one of best songs of the 80s

@timmoore8773

2 жыл бұрын

GD right it is

It took me many years to fully appreciate this song. It's as haunting and it's catchy and took this band to a whole new level. It was flogged to death on the radio in the 80's, Molly Meldrum said back then this song was one of the greatest. You know what he was correct.

@AdamSandaver

3 жыл бұрын

Molly was ahead of his time with his taste and knowledge. Split Enz were from another dimension in time....

@jeffsulman3558

2 жыл бұрын

The original MTV video was pretty awesome. I lived the way the picture came to life for the chorus.

The contrast between the verses and the hook is but one reason this song stands the test of time. Love X

@rommix0

4 жыл бұрын

I think the other reason it stands out is it's a dark song. Not overly dark, but the lyrics seem to be about a man stuck in a abusive relationship.

@lilyfield2040

4 жыл бұрын

@@rommix0 .

@waynekasmar4401

2 жыл бұрын

Neil Finn wrote the two parts separately. A friend had to point out the two actually went together

@FlagpiesTwenty3

Жыл бұрын

@@waynekasmar4401 that’s so sick, i never knew that. thanks for sharing

That was freaking outstanding.

That haunting synth gives me chills!

Always loved this song but never fully appreciated the insturmentation before. The bassline is life.

That just made me happy. Great job lads.

Brings back the memories of my happy teens and well a bus full of girls going to do sport were singing along to this song as it came on the radio

as they say, the boys can still hit the high notes, after all these years.

So cool all these years later seeing this whole band together playing . Pretty cool.

Neil has always hit the beat, i would spend 6 months in a leaky boat to hear him jam !!

Great song great band,Finn brothers are immensely talented musicians.

Wow,Neil Finn has really aged well and he sounds just like he did in his heyday...Keep it going Mr.Finn...🎤🎤🎤🎸🎸🎸

@professornuke7562

Ай бұрын

Both of them? Tim's standing right next to him.

This whole album is amazing.

They’re playing in the same key as it was recorded. Very impressive!

@flynnlizzy5469

Жыл бұрын

What, major or minor, or ..... ???

@RFXLR

Жыл бұрын

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@redlabel69

Жыл бұрын

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@redlabel69

Жыл бұрын

It is indeed impressive that so many years later he is able to sing in the original key. Most of yesteryear's artists need to tune down half a step or lower. His vocal melodies aren't super high like most the artists in the 70s and 80s. But still... it's nice not to hear a key that is slightly off from the original one. Even those with "tin ears" can often tell that something's not quite right when an artist sings in a lower key than the original.

@flynnlizzy5469

Жыл бұрын

@@redlabel69 Which 'key', major or minor ? I think you mean 'register', no? I you can sing a half between 3 and 4 and 7 and 8 then you can sing a major 'key' and same for 2 and 3 and between 5 and 6 then you can sing in a minor key. Unless you want to get into more exotic keys, thats about it -the major and minor keys. OK, no doubt you've figured out that I'm kinda messin' with ya. I'm just pointing out how people say that they can sing in this and that key - meaning register or how far up the keyboard they can handle rather than 'key' which just tells ya where the 1/2 steps are. Get it ? And like I said,its not just you, just about EVERYBODY says it but its technically wrong and I like pointing it out from time to time. 🙂

The first time I saw Spilt Enz was on the 80's show Friday's, they had me hooked from the start!

The best version of this song. OMG! It's soooooo good!

How the hell does Neil Finn looks and sounds exactly the same as in the 80s?! He must have invented a time machine....I love him!!

@dorissmith2576

2 жыл бұрын

Tim and Neil both singing that is one of the reasons both brothers together makes stronger performance, they are both unstoppable when together

@johanna5688

Жыл бұрын

You need glasses. He doesn't look the same. He's much older here.

@dorissmith2576

Жыл бұрын

@@johanna5688 you have to admit they are great

@johanna5688

Жыл бұрын

@@dorissmith2576 Of course! I'm a long time fan of theirs. I always thought Tim Finn was the sexiest man alive. I always considered all the band members gorgeous looking. I loved their make up, this is what made them look so handsome. Did you know it was Noel Crombie who designed & made up all the band's outfits? He did a wonderful job there. Truly unique & beautiful costumes. But for someone to say Neil looks the same as in his youth, well...... Time waits for no man. It marches on for all of us. It's scary how the years really do fly past.

@dunivant66

Жыл бұрын

That’s because that’s Neil Finn, that’s his older brother Tim Finn. ❤

Que buen tema de los 80, escuché este tema, a los 15 años, hoy 59, y me sigue gustando, muy buena banda

Saw Crowded House last night (5/15/23) in downtown Minneapolis. Neil Finn sounded as good on this song as when it came out. Don't Dream its Over, sounded better last night, than any recorded versions. His voice was amazing for a straight hour and a half!

the drummer is brilliant!

Fabulous Performance of a ABSOLUTE Underrated Song along with Enz's "One Step Ahead"....🎼 🎤 🎸 🎹 🥁 🤘

I was there..sound relief 2009 to raise money for Black Saturday bushfire victims many famous bands played at this event..hunters and collectors played here too

@mop714

4 жыл бұрын

Fantastic to hear this ... all bands should do this kind of charity gigs.

loved this song first time saw the video on MTV..long time ago :)

This is still the only Split Enz song I really know. I remember seeing and loving the video when I saw it on MTV waaaayyy back in the day.

@Daveglorious

3 жыл бұрын

Woh, lots to discover then. This is just one of many one of a kind tracks. Best kiwi band!!!!

@pfdtx

3 жыл бұрын

Message to my girl and better the devil you know still come up in my brain randomly.

Great performance!

These guys are great live. Dr. Drew on keyboards 😂 Awesome bang that ever hit the charts 💙 love this,tyvm for posting xx

I always liked the bass player's playing...and he seems such an affable guy too...

@Rickenbackerglory

3 жыл бұрын

My brother

@benjaminhatcher9846

3 жыл бұрын

👍✌

I was 19 in my 69 Mach 1 in 1980 w my gorgeous Girlfriend when this came on and remember even the street. We loved it and it was a wonderful time in my life... Takes me back every time I hear it..

Wow! Excellent rendition! Proof that you can get old and still deliver, unlike a lot of bands that reform just for the nostalgia dollar and don't deliver. Great look, great mix, great vocals! Very touching to see the two brothers onstage again after all these years (although I know this is 12 years ago - I haven't kept up with their fortunes since I left Aus in 1992)...

One of, if not the first song I ever remember hearing :) still love it

great song

Genius record..40 years old and fresh as a daisy.

LOVE IT!! STILL SOUND KILLER!!!!!!

I'm in heaven listening to this

Wow! Just stumbled on this clip. Had no idea it existed. I've only ever heard the original from what...1980?? They sound incredible!!!

Talented 👍

Excellent love this music and in 1980 I was 20 I’m now 61💙

UNBELIEVABLY GREAT--AND ORIGINAL CELTIC MADNESS --

I was in 11th grade ...ah great memories MTV just got started

Playing along with this on my gold top Gibson Les Paul brings a smile to may face. :D

awesome they sound just like their record after all these years

Ive listened to this song all my life, from everyone that redid it but the master is peter green ,rocked it when i was young and still on top of it ,

Some songs and bands just seem to last forever.

Keyboard riff is a work of genius. Kiwis who put the Punk in Rockers !Best band ever ! 😎🙏

The contrast between the verses and the hook is but one reason this song stands the test of time.

@RSLucky204

2 жыл бұрын

I agree 100 percent!

Awesome bang that ever hit the charts 💙 love this,tyvm for posting xx Neil....we love you❤

These guys are great live.

Brilliant like 40 years ago but better wow wow what a voice well done

jeezus what a great song

Amazing!

Cool sound. Still remember this. Great sound back than..

One of the best songs

Awesome bang that ever hit the charts 💙

WHOOOAAA!! The live intro arrangement sounds like Bryan Adams. IGY is one of my all time favourites.

love this,tyvm for posting xx The first time I saw Spilt Enz was on the 80's show Friday's, they had me hooked from the start! Cool sound. Still remember this. Great sound back than..

When you examine the lyrics dispassionately this song is a little weird. But when you inject the emotions involved in a relationship it makes perfect sense. Cool and fascinating song. And just downright awesome!

These guys look great and they sound good too

I got you, that's all I want I won't forget, that's a whole lot I don't go out, now that you're in Sometimes we shout, but that's no problem I don't know why sometimes I get frightened You can see my eyes, you can tell that I'm not lyin' Look at you, you're a pageant You're everything, that I've imagined Something's wrong, I feel uneasy You show me, tell me you're not teasin' I don't know why sometimes I get frightened You can see my eyes, you can tell that I'm not lyin' There's no doubt, not when I'm with you When I'm without, I stay in my room Where do you go, I get no answer You're always out, it gets on my nerves I don't know why sometimes I get frightened You can see my eyes you can tell that I'm not lying I don't know why sometimes I get frightened You can see my eyes, you can tell that I'm not lyin' I don't know why sometimes I get frightened You can see my eyes, you can tell that I'm not lying

ABSOLUTE PURE TALENT‼️💯%

Few songs rate a "Beatlesesque" title but this one does

Awesome bang that ever hit the charts 💙 love this,tyvm for posting xx

QUALITY CLASSIC GREAT

☆LONG LIVE THE 80'S☆

Grazie per le Emozioni a Noi Concesse....con rispetto e gratitudine oltre al mio plauso alla Vostra Bravura e Professionalità unità a una Tecnica Superlativa! Siete Fantastici! Grazie !

Fu.kin love this song

Power pop....first of my old vinyls to play on my new bluetooth record player (2023)!

First saw them at a free street concert by 2JJ radio at The Rocks in the shadow of The Sydney Harbor Bridge. I was impressed by their stage antics and knocked out by their musical ability. Still knocked out by their music about 45 years on. Keep Rockin'!

Well...this is magnificent...I would pay any sorta money 2 see these guys!!

Can we just take a moment to appreciate that fantastic driving bass ? 😊

I, Love it raw It's how kids learn I love my turntable, equaluzer, studio sound better than digital We won't get better than hard work and sacrifice Peace and love from south Australia xo

fantastic

Straight out of the 80's archives, just fun to hear and listen....gg, Tampa Florida

best song of 1980, my op.......LOVE IT...

Love it!!

love it......its like mega 80s meets mega 60s.....

Love this song

love this,tyvm for posting xx

@petergreen2534

7 жыл бұрын

glad you enjoyed it.

Love this remember Split Enz. And video😊

Thanks for putting this hear Peter brings a !ot of happy memories back cheers stay safe man.

This takes me way back 2 a girl I've lost beautiful song 😥

I have the laser etched vinyl record of "True Colors". Got it at a garage sale for $4. I thought it was the coolest looking album ever when I was a kid.

There is nothing like live music. Absolutely blinding performance.

awesome version!

I LOVE THIS SONG!!!!!!!!!!!!

Hard to believe that was over 8 years ago, and I do not believe they have performed as Split Enz since. This despite sounding good and playing very well.

@petergreen2534

7 жыл бұрын

Time flies by and yes true, last performance- there was a "possible" recently but it didn't eventuate, saying that request to reunite come in at a regular rate. Lets hope it's not another 8 years till they reform.

@kenclark9888

6 жыл бұрын

That was three years ago that date is in March of 2014

fantastic Awesome bang that ever hit the charts 💙 as they say, the boys can still hit the high notes, after all these years.

Neil still has it after all these years

Excellent.

Brilliant takes me back to a kid

Its gets on my nervous💛💙💜💚😎😇💋

The best version of this song…ever!

This is the coolest. Most people aren’t fortunate enough to be in one good band. Neil is in Split Enz, Crowded House, Fleetwood Mac. There music reminds me of The Rembrandts quirky chords.

Genuine fucking wow!! as good as it was in 78

This takes me way back 2 a girl I've lost beautiful song 😥 Awesome bang that ever hit the charts 💙 Awesome bang that ever hit the charts 💙 love this,tyvm for posting xx

@davesampson4634

4 жыл бұрын

Why did she leave you?

Que hermoso tema de los 80

They are so fucking cool! I love-em!

He's fantastic.

Verry Great Band Nice Musik

Brilliant!!!