[5] Jesse Ed Davis played the electric guitar (including a much-lauded solo) in the track, while David Crosby and Graham Nash sang backing vocals.

Now, 'Doctor My Eyes' was the statement of a man who had stoically endured life's hardships, but having done so, now worried that he had been rendered unable to feel anything.

A lively 4/4 beat, played on drums and congas, and supported by piano, set up a catchy underlying riff before the lyrics even began.

Browne's singing was supported by Graham Nash and David Crosby's harmonies, giving the lyrics an emotional edge.

The three lived in adjacent downmarket apartments; Frey would hear Browne, through the walls, at work on his piano every morning.

"[9] Cash Box described it as "the eye-opener to bring talented singer/songwriter to AM attention'" going on to say that "harmonies are great, but it's Browne tune and show all the way.