Joe Walsh - A Life of Illusion Lyrics

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Who wrote 'A Life of Illusion'?

   'A Life of Illusion' was written by Joe Walsh and Kenny Passarelli. Walsh is an American singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist, while Passarelli served as the guitarist for the song.

2. When was 'A Life of Illusion' originally recorded?

   The majority of 'A Life of Illusion' was originally recorded in 1973 during the sessions for the album 'The Smoker You Drink, the Player You Get,' although it was not released until 1981 on Joe Walsh's album 'There Goes the Neighborhood.'

3. Has 'A Life of Illusion' been featured in any films?

   Yes, 'A Life of Illusion' is featured in the opening scene of the film 'The 40-Year-Old Virgin' (2005), and it plays as the first track on the movie's soundtrack album. It also appears in the 2010 movie 'Grown Ups.'

4. Did any other artists cover 'A Life of Illusion'?

   The Foo Fighters recorded a cover of 'A Life of Illusion' as a B-side in 2002, which was later included on their covers album 'Medium Rare' released in 2011.

5. What makes Kenny Passarelli's contribution unique in 'A Life of Illusion'?

   Kenny Passarelli's unique contribution to 'A Life of Illusion' includes playing the guitarrón, which received praise for blending well with Joe Walsh's existential lyrics. Passarelli also played Mariachi trumpets in the recording, which Joe Walsh described as perfectly nonsensical for the song's theme.

6. Are there any notable references to 'A Life of Illusion' in literature?

   Yes, the song is referenced in Rick Riordan's book 'The Burning Maze,' which is the third installment in 'The Trials of Apollo' series.