Legendary Eagles co-founder Randy Meisner died Wednesday at the age of 77 from complications of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, the band announced.

Mr. Meisner eagles After teaming up with Glenn Frey, Don Henley and Bernie Leadon and singing lead vocals on the hit “Take It to the Limit” in 1975, he debuted in 1971.

“Randy was an integral part of the Eagles’ early success,” the Eagles said in a statement. “His vocal range was astounding, as evidenced by his signature ballad ‘Take It to the Limit’.” (Related: Eagles announce farewell tour)

Meisner left the band in 1977 after internal strife. Meisner, whose marriage had broken down and had a stomach ulcer, sparred with Frey about singing “Take It to the Limit” while struggling to hit the high notes. Meisner was replaced by Timothy B. Schmidt. Schmidt also stood in for Meisner in The Guardian newspaper, Poco. report.

According to Meisner, Meisner told People magazine in 1981 that if he had stayed in the band, his money would have “tripled”. fox news.

“But I’m tired of touring. It’s crazy life to live at twice the normal speed. When it came to sanity or money, I’d rather stay sane.” .”

Rest in peace Randy Meisner
Challenge yourself to the limit.
Vocals at their purest.

You can spend all your time making money.
You can spend time with all your love…https://t.co/dOIUmdkfEn

— Larry O’Connor (@LarryOConnor) July 27, 2023