I saw Colin in concert on April 11th of this year in Northampton, MA. When he sang this song, there wasn’t a dry eye in the house. Such an amazing talent!
This song means everything to me, I crank it up on my way to chemotherapy it inspires me to keep fighting. I’m 70 and have followed him since Men @Work. He is one the great voices of my time on this earth.
This song means a lot to me.- As we get older this kind of message begins to make a lot more sense. We (as any young person) used to feel there's no end to being young and having all doors open in front of you and waiting for yourself to make your move. Well, it has taken me a painfully long time to make some moves and it was only me who was keeping me from taking that next step.-
Always loved the music from Colin. For me, what makes this so interesting is that Colin wrote the song about what he mentioned in the intro: He was waiting for his 2nd rise to stardom. As Kami indicated, the message takes on different and more meaningful significance the older we get. For me, the lyrics hit home as I wait for my wife to beat cancer. We are waiting for our real (second, cancer free) life to begin. Bravo Colin. PS- I watch you for your excellent and subtle guitar playing and techniques.
I saw him in a very small venue in Baltimore years ago. Looked very much like this. He spoke directly to me and much of the small audience like we’d known each other for years. I’ll never forget it. What a wonderful human being to put his feelings on display for all the world to understand.
Hell of a writer and singer/musician. In the last three years I've fought cancer and lost my mom and dad. Turning 60 in November.... this song hits me in the ❤️.
Glad the universe sent you a message. 63 years old. Enjoy every minute you can. It's all too short. Experiences of depression, sad times come and go along with the good. No one has it figured out. Just hang in with the rest of us survivors as long as you can! ❤
Hey. Just came across this while dicking around the 'tube'. Thanks for sticking around. I am glad you are still here, cause Colin still tours and his shows are great. But stay. Just stay. Don't go sooner than you need to. Rock On!
I remember finishing army basic in mid September 2001, going to the PX and buying a portable CD player and the “new” Ben Folds album. That was a sacred time in my transition from being a boy to becoming a man. Thanks for the memory!
Colin Hay is an incredible artist because he writes songs that everyone can connect to. Not everyone was apart of a world famous band that fell apart, but everyone no matter what is always waiting for that next chapter of their life where things get better.
If Colin had never been dropped and forgotten, he never would have felt the pain that gave birth to this beautiful, beautiful song. Life is a journey, friends.
My Sister Send me this song to me when i was in a very dark place in my life. She Realy Nailed it ,pffff .There is no one who knowes me as well as she does
Absolutely love this song. I went to see the Barenaked Ladies in Glasgow last year and noticed Colin was playing support. I knew he sang with Men at Work and thought it might be worth getting in early to check him out. Well, his set was the highlight of the night for me. Looking forward to seeing him again.
Ahh the BNL were brilliant as usual. Great energy, great music and lots of humour. Always leave their gigs feeling like I had a great time and got my money's worth. They do really well as a 4 piece I think. It's just not quite the same tho.
Got to meet the BNL crew at Daytona Spring Break in 91 or 92. Had just played Twister with the hawaiian tropic girls for Much Music and ran into them on the way out. AWESOME GUYS! One of my roomates was Canadien and a big fan so we were listening to them a lot then. Super cool experience!
Best version for me 👍🏽 The intro, this particular version of the song with the higher backup vocals kicking in, the audience and live atmosphere. Mmmmmmmm 🤤 Edit: Forgot to mention - I love the smile he does during the solo 😁
You sound like the nitwits that complained and whined about Dylan going electric. You're not a folkie are you ? Acoustic is how you play when there's no power available..
Ok. I had no idea he was still doing music. I remember Men at Work from the 80s. I still have the vinyl record. I heard this song today and immediately loved it. I thought it was Peter Gabriel, Or maybe Marillion, or even Blue October. What a fine surprise! Cool. Xoxoxo
Colin's done the superstar thing, and he was brilliant at it. Just give me him and his guitar and his amazing songs any day of the week. What an incredible talent the man is.
It’s amazing to see so many comments about how Colin’s music has helped so many people through dark times. I’m one, too. From all of us you will never meet, thank you.
God Colin! You inspire so many people with your beautiful simplicity that I hope you live on forever because you have always been at the top of my "lofty peeks of super-stardom" playlist.
Just recently joined the crowd . I am really enjoying his later stuff. I’m soon to be 62 ,so maw came out at my time. Colin a lot of your music will be on my playlist at the lake. Salute!
Harlan Howard once said, “All you need to write a song is three chords and the truth.” Colin Hay writes the truth like no one else. I’m almost 67 years old, and he makes me realize how much of my life I spent sitting here waiting for something else. I don’t know who needs to hear this, but your real life is moving faster than you know. Stop waiting for something else and live like you mean it.
Just had the pleasure of Colin Hays company in Komedia Brighton November 2013. What a lovely honest self effacing chap !!....Who plays guitar effortlessly and sings so well. Like all acoustic guitarists with real talent he deserves perhaps more coverage than he gets because his songs are really that good. I take my hat off to you sir
@@nickbonzer I can't wait, Thanks for all your support. I feel overwhelmed and honor.. It's a great privilege, Have you ever received an autograph from me before ? Stay Safe!
I saw Colin open a show at Red Rocks 2 years ago. People around me were talking and carrying on not paying attention, and I was like "STFU PEOPLE! Do you not hear the greatness going into your ears right now!!"
I remember a programme called Judging Amy was on my TV in the background many years ago and I heard this track playing. I stopped in my tracks as I couldn't believe the words. It was as if they were meant for me. I was feeling very low at that time with life. I felt everything was not going well. I started listening to this song at night and I found it so comforting and healing. I used to tell myself that my ship was coming in soon. It was on the horizon etc etc and all would be alright Overkill and many other songs helped me get through this not nice period. Been listening tonight to this great music. Thanks so much Colin Hay 😍
I was a kid in the days of Men at Work, and seldom wondered what became of Colin Hay, but it is so AWESOME to hear his later music, and be able to appreciate his positive energy on stage. Sing on, Colin. I am catching up.
Such a beautiful and heartfelt song. Reading the comments, you can see how this song (like so many of other Colin's songs) touches so many people. "Waiting" helped me through a difficult time too, although looking back, I realize that my real life had already begun, I just didn't know it then. Thank you, Colin Hay.
one of the most under-rated songwriters of our time.a truly moving song like so much of his other work.just wish he could get the recognition he deserves.this video is from his live at the corner dvd which is an absolutely brilliant show by colin at his very best.highly recommended.
Mad, that those bastards that throw away all of these talented artists but grateful that they keep on creating and that we still have opportunities to see and hear them.
Had the distinct pleasure of hearing him perform this live in Pittsburgh, PA. (Of course, I knew Hay from Men at Work) Had never heard this song before but was immediately captivated by it, and bought the cd chiefly for this song but was introduced to the real brillance of the man. Thank you for sharing that night.
I heard this song at pandora at first and wondered who could write this candid lyrics and I see a very humble man who loves what he does. I'm also waiting nowadays and if it begins in next one or two years I'll be back here and leave another comment. Lots of love from Turkey
I genuinely hope that Colin Hay looks up his music on UA-cam. Not to listen to his music, but to read the comments. And by slim chance you happen to read this comment, thank you for the music! It's gotten many of us through the dark days!
I'm here again to say this is the best bloody version. THANK YOU (again!) for sharing. I come back to it time and time again. Much love to all you beautiful people sharing this with me ❤
My brother- who made his go at show business- shared with me that this song touched him and made him relate to the always present let-downs. He died too young and I played this at his graveside. Powerful song. REAL soul and REAL talent there by Colin Hay.
I was fortunate to discover by fluke chance that he was playing near me on that day when I was in Australia. I didn't waste time purchasing tickets and made the trip to see him. 5 years and many concerts later his show ranks as one of the best. I got to meet him afterwards and he was such a genuinely nice guy. If you enjoyed this and his other work then do go see him if you get a chance, you will not regret it.
Colin is a superstar and always will be. The world is a better place because he is in it. The crowd size most certainly could never reflect how much his music has meant to so many people.
Such a beautiful beautiful song! In this day and age when there is so much meaningless trash on the radio being endlessly thrown at us a true genius like this is true salvation
Any minute now, my ship is coming in I'll keep checking the horizon I'll stand on the bow, feel the waves come crashing Come crashing down, down, down, on me And you say, be still my love Open up your heart Let the light shine in But don't you understand I already have a plan I'm waiting for my real life to begin When I awoke today, suddenly nothing happened But in my dreams, I slew the dragon And down this beaten path, and up this cobbled lane I'm walking in my old footsteps, once again And you say, just be here now Forget about the past, your mask is wearing thin Let me throw one more dice I know that I can win I'm waiting for my real life to begin Any minute now, my ship is coming in I'll keep checking the horizon And I'll check my machine, there's sure to be that call It's gonna happen soon, soon, soon It's just that times are lean And you say, be still my love Open up your heart, let the light shine in Don't you understand I already have a plan I'm waiting for my real life to begin
Gosh, he's getting up there in years. I really hope I'm able to see him live before he goes. He'll be missed, such an intelligent man with amazing talent to create such beautiful music.
Check his tour dates. He's a great night out, and he seems to always hang out after the show to have a chat with those who want. When I saw him last year, he was there more than an hour and a half after the show to sign stuff and talk with people.
Wow... how I hadn't heard about Colin Hay before I don't know! Such a honest and powerful song that goes straight to your heart... awesome band too, beautiful music!!! ❤🧡
Good to read the comments and see how great music can support people. To me, Colin Hay songs made good moments in my life even better. Great composer, lyricist, incredible voice. What a unique musician
Life had transformed this man to a beautiful beautiful person. He is on such a special place in his life that you cannot skip the intro. Because he believes and feels every word he says and sings. Thats special.
Absolutely a super star and master musician + storyteller! Saw him at Terrapin Crossroads last year in Marin and he sounded better live than on the recordings. Really a special night that I won't soon (ever) forget.
My wife and I danced to the studio version of this song at our wedding. It was the perfect song. But I would suggest a shorter first dance song for your wedding. Your first dance feels like an eternity. Very fitting.
THIS IS IT! IF you want real music, this is THE guy to see. A man singing his songs for his fans. It doesnt get any better than this. Ive been at Shawn Mullins, Glen Phillips, Marshal Crenshaw and Glen Hansard concerts when they said that Colin Hay is GREAT. That's all I need to hear
To quote Les McQueen, from league of gentleman: "It's a sh*t business, you'll see". Clearly very true if the likes of Colin Hay can be dropped from record labels and Justin Bieber's face is plastered all over the media for a decade. These record labels don't deserve to be in business and I'm glad I don't give them my money.
I saw Colin in concert on April 11th of this year in Northampton, MA. When he sang this song, there wasn’t a dry eye in the house. Such an amazing talent!
This guy , even though he didn't know it, helped me through some very hard times. X
Ditto.
It's true. He is so underrated. Such an incredible depth of emotions in his songs. I too have been helped by his music.
John Stevens same here man
He is the real deal . Top musician and person ...
As he did me. This and Leonard Cohen's "If It Be Your Will." Grateful.
This song means everything to me, I crank it up on my way to chemotherapy it inspires me to keep fighting. I’m 70 and have followed him since Men @Work. He is one the great voices of my time on this earth.
You’re absolutely right. This heart felt music and lyrics gives us strength , courage, and hope.
This song means a lot to me.- As we get older this kind of message begins to make a lot more sense. We (as any young person) used to feel there's no end to being young and having all doors open in front of you and waiting for yourself to make your move. Well, it has taken me a painfully long time to make some moves and it was only me who was keeping me from taking that next step.-
Always loved the music from Colin. For me, what makes this so interesting is that Colin wrote the song about what he mentioned in the intro: He was waiting for his 2nd rise to stardom. As Kami indicated, the message takes on different and more meaningful significance the older we get. For me, the lyrics hit home as I wait for my wife to beat cancer. We are waiting for our real (second, cancer free) life to begin. Bravo Colin. PS- I watch you for your excellent and subtle guitar playing and techniques.
So true we all experoence it but u have to be brave and admit it but lets face it is gureat to be honest and know uou have lived yhtough it.
@@pzguitar My heart is with you and your wife
@Sassie Newf thank you for your long distance wishes
@@paulzagorsky I hope you two are hangin' in there :)
I saw him in a very small venue in Baltimore years ago. Looked very much like this. He spoke directly to me and much of the small audience like we’d known each other for years. I’ll never forget it. What a wonderful human being to put his feelings on display for all the world to understand.
Thank you for sharing this. I've heard this song so many times and liked it but never got it. A gem. A real gem.
Pretty dame cool he made his way to Balmore as some call it.
❤ Your words are wonderful..Thank you!❤
Hell of a writer and singer/musician. In the last three years I've fought cancer and lost my mom and dad. Turning 60 in November.... this song hits me in the ❤️.
God bless you, brother. May the Universe smile at you sometime soon.
You gave, I found
Turning 60 ain't so bad, just turned last month. I survived!
Congrats on the C , bummer on the parents. Hang tuff you already know how to do that.
I am so happy you survived your Cancer. As I am going through Cancer Treatments myself. As again you give me Hope. God Bless You too.❤
Was in a dark place a few weeks ago and came across this tune and the documentary. Sounds mad but probably saved me for checking out 👏🙏❤️
Glad the universe sent you a message. 63 years old. Enjoy every minute you can. It's all too short. Experiences of depression, sad times come and go along with the good. No one has it figured out. Just hang in with the rest of us survivors as long as you can! ❤
Hey. Just came across this while dicking around the 'tube'. Thanks for sticking around. I am glad you are still here, cause Colin still tours and his shows are great. But stay. Just stay. Don't go sooner than you need to. Rock On!
if this song doesn't hit you, you are not human. One of his best songs ever.
Each and every time I listen to a Colin Hay song I cry from the sheer beauty and humanity in his music.
Me too
Exactly, so honest and pure
Right?
...what a storyteller...what a guitarist...what peace he brings...
A beautiful comment….
I started really following Colin Hay beyond Men At Work because of Zach Braff and Scrubs and I never have regretted a moment!
Jennifer Thompson Same here brother.
I did, too. I've been following since I saw a video of him on Scrubs.
I appreciate your love, guidence and companionship ..Your love and support has been the greatest gift.
@@colinhay6322 Well, Mr Hay, you deserve all the thanks
@@jenniferthompson3340 How long have you been a fan ? And have you ever received an autograph from me before ?
It means alot to me. Colin. I am a scottish lass and I took my American so to see you you and he loves you! God bless
Be still my love.
Thank you Colin Hay, just thank you for writing, playing and singing as honestly as you do.
Boy, you nailed here! Exactly right!
I never skip the intro on this song. It's so calming.
Same as you Jamesington, so genuine this is one of my go to songs when I'm down, another one is Zucheero + BB King Hey Man
The honesty is second none
Im sitting here after my first night of finishing Navy Bootcamp listening to all my favorite songs... Thank you Colin!
I appreciate your love, guidence and companionship ..Your love and support has been the greatest gift.
I remember finishing army basic in mid September 2001, going to the PX and buying a portable CD player and the “new” Ben Folds album. That was a sacred time in my transition from being a boy to becoming a man.
Thanks for the memory!
This song is in my top 5 favorite songs ever. The older you are, the more you’ll understand it.
He will always be the highest peak of stardom to me.
and rightly so.
Colin Hay is an incredible artist because he writes songs that everyone can connect to. Not everyone was apart of a world famous band that fell apart, but everyone no matter what is always waiting for that next chapter of their life where things get better.
Beautiful song. Played at my brothers funeral, he loved the ocean. He fought a horrible illness and this song was so beautiful to listen to .
If Colin had never been dropped and forgotten, he never would have felt the pain that gave birth to this beautiful, beautiful song. Life is a journey, friends.
❤
This man doesn't know what he has done for me with this music
Colin is a superstar in my eyes. Don't know why he's not bigger than the talentless people who get talked about
He was huge but outside issues intervened. and then the lawyers and the record company.
My Sister Send me this song to me when i was in a very dark place in my life.
She Realy Nailed it ,pffff .There is no one who knowes me as well as she does
rabuu2 I'm absolutely delighted to hear how powerful it became for u .best wishes
Amazing good luck to you and your family :)
Beautiful
That gave me Hope ! Thanks for Sharing youre Story. God Bless youre beautiful Family.
rabuu2 Love your story..My real life began several years ago and we have a little girl Stella, too.
Absolutely love this song. I went to see the Barenaked Ladies in Glasgow last year and noticed Colin was playing support. I knew he sang with Men at Work and thought it might be worth getting in early to check him out. Well, his set was the highlight of the night for me. Looking forward to seeing him again.
How was BNL? They haven’t come to Boston in quite some time miss the oldays ❤️
Ahh the BNL were brilliant as usual. Great energy, great music and lots of humour. Always leave their gigs feeling like I had a great time and got my money's worth. They do really well as a 4 piece I think. It's just not quite the same tho.
Got to meet the BNL crew at Daytona Spring Break in 91 or 92. Had just played Twister with the hawaiian tropic girls for Much Music and ran into them on the way out. AWESOME GUYS! One of my roomates was Canadien and a big fan so we were listening to them a lot then. Super cool experience!
Best version for me 👍🏽
The intro, this particular version of the song with the higher backup vocals kicking in, the audience and live atmosphere. Mmmmmmmm 🤤
Edit: Forgot to mention - I love the smile he does during the solo 😁
Here we are again. God I love this version. Thank you for sharing this. Just brilliant ❤
this guy not only helped me through hard times but made me a better man and a better song writer
Me too! I survived for three years on Colin and Peter Gabriel!
Wow
Could play some mean pickle ball with that guitar.
said it before and will say it again ... Colin and his guitar - anything more is less
I think even the older Men at Work songs are at the best when just stripped to it's core of guitar and voice
Absolutely right, after all that's how they were written 😎👍
You sound like the nitwits that complained and whined about Dylan going electric. You're not a folkie are you ? Acoustic is how you play when there's no power available..
Don't bother no one listens, no one really cares.
Agreed. 4:49 is testament to that I reckon.
What an incredible monster of a songwriter he is!! Wow. And sings his heart out. Well done Mr. Hay. Chapeau.
Ok. I had no idea he was still doing music. I remember Men at Work from the 80s. I still have the vinyl record. I heard this song today and immediately loved it. I thought it was Peter Gabriel, Or maybe Marillion, or even Blue October. What a fine surprise! Cool. Xoxoxo
Real talent never dies. Like his voice, it just gets sweeter.
Who would thumbs down this? Not only is the song beautiful, but his humility and yet persistence to do what he loves, is beyond beautiful.
Let's not spend 1 second thinking of such people. Life is short.
Some people are just sad arseholes that can’t see past the end of their own noses
I think alot of the thumbs down are for his wife (to his left). A tad distracting according to some.
@@fuelerr I think that she added a lot to this more dynamic version.
No-one else with just a voice, his lyrics and a guitar, can make me cry in both sadness and happiness. Thank you, Colin.
It's Phil. And it's plural. But you're welcome.
My 15yr old grandson has re introduced me to this genius. Love you Colin Hay.
I appreciate your love, guidance and companionship ..Your love and support has been the greatest gift.
Wow I was in that audience. What a night, what a performer, what a musician!
What a brilliant songwriter- tells it just as lt is ,an inspiration to so many . Don’t stop- the people of the world need your voice and message.
Colin's done the superstar thing, and he was brilliant at it. Just give me him and his guitar and his amazing songs any day of the week. What an incredible talent the man is.
It’s amazing to see so many comments about how Colin’s music has helped so many people through dark times. I’m one, too. From all of us you will never meet, thank you.
THIS is the definition of music. I can't believe he's got a documentary coming out - he deserves one!!
If it's not produced and directed by Zach Braff, they got it wrong...
Malena Lloyd documentary?
As much as I love Men At Work (and have since 1982), I've enjoyed his solo work so much more.
Love this song!!
Magnificent. They will play this at my funeral one day. Just so uplifting.
God Colin! You inspire so many people with your beautiful simplicity that I hope you live on forever because you have always been at the top of my "lofty peeks of super-stardom" playlist.
Beautiful simplicity. You've absolutely nailed it Able Talk Radio
Just recently joined the crowd . I am really enjoying his later stuff. I’m soon to be 62 ,so maw came out at my time. Colin a lot of your music will be on my playlist at the lake. Salute!
My god what a powerful song , I totally dig it , man , makes me cry for some reason
So beautiful
i am lost in colins words and world . what a warm coat to wear. thank you man, my love is thy love. we will never surrender.
Harlan Howard once said, “All you need to write a song is three chords and the truth.” Colin Hay writes the truth like no one else. I’m almost 67 years old, and he makes me realize how much of my life I spent sitting here waiting for something else. I don’t know who needs to hear this, but your real life is moving faster than you know. Stop waiting for something else and live like you mean it.
thank you
Heard this first on an episode of Scrubs. Very touching and emotional presentation for a sit-com.
Scrubs was always so much more than the average sitcom. They did not hesitate to throw some feels at you.
sit coms are the ultimate revelation of life
@@werk62 I appreciate your love, guidence and companionship ..Your love and support has been the greatest gift.
Just had the pleasure of Colin Hays company in Komedia Brighton November 2013. What a lovely honest self effacing chap !!....Who plays guitar effortlessly and sings so well. Like all acoustic guitarists with real talent he deserves perhaps more coverage than he gets because his songs are really that good. I take my hat off to you sir
I appreciate your love, guidance and companionship ..Your love and support has been the greatest gift. Hugs
@@colinhay6322 thanks Colin......Hope to see you in the UK again after this madness. BTW check out my music on Spotify Nick Keats
@@nickbonzer I can't wait, Thanks for all your support. I feel overwhelmed and honor.. It's a great privilege, Have you ever received an autograph from me before ? Stay Safe!
@@colinhay6322 hi no :-)
@@nickbonzer Okay, You can write me on this Email address: Colinhay209@gmail.com. Love & Hugs
I saw Colin open a show at Red Rocks 2 years ago. People around me were talking and carrying on not paying attention, and I was like "STFU PEOPLE! Do you not hear the greatness going into your ears right now!!"
just when you think it cant get any better... here comes a band to take it beyond... the guitar solo.. even colin couldnt believe it
I’m walking in my own footsteps once again- hallelujah brother!!!
One of the best voices ever. Men at work will always be part of my life. Tks for your music.
I remember a programme called Judging Amy was on my TV in the background many years ago and I heard this track playing. I stopped in my tracks as I couldn't believe the words. It was as if they were meant for me. I was feeling very low at that time with life. I felt everything was not going well. I started listening to this song at night and I found it so comforting and healing. I used to tell myself that my ship was coming in soon. It was on the horizon etc etc and all would be alright Overkill and many other songs helped me get through this not nice period. Been listening tonight to this great music. Thanks so much Colin Hay 😍
I was a kid in the days of Men at Work, and seldom wondered what became of Colin Hay, but it is so AWESOME to hear his later music, and be able to appreciate his positive energy on stage. Sing on, Colin. I am catching up.
I'm the same way. He's helped me through some hard times.
this song spoke to me today...and brought so much emotions and I just broke down...cause that's how I feel..
Brotha...been feeling like that for many years...on a clear day, it comes for us all...
Broke down, listened to it 80 times or more. Fell asleep to it. Slaying dragons in my sleep...
Such a beautiful and heartfelt song. Reading the comments, you can see how this song (like so many of other Colin's songs) touches so many people. "Waiting" helped me through a difficult time too, although looking back, I realize that my real life had already begun, I just didn't know it then. Thank you, Colin Hay.
one of the most under-rated songwriters of our time.a truly moving song like so much of his other work.just wish he could get the recognition he deserves.this video is from his live at the corner dvd which is an absolutely brilliant show by colin at his very best.highly recommended.
Love this man. Complete integrity. What a voice. What a lyricist.
Mad, that those bastards that throw away all of these talented artists but grateful that they keep on creating and that we still have opportunities to see and hear them.
This man consistently reminds me in his fatherly way... that I will make it some day.
It's the first time I am listening to your music and I must say I love it... Fantastic voice, fantastic lyrics,... Your music is real, you are real..!
I saw you last week in Dublin and it made my ship come in, thank you Colin.
Had the distinct pleasure of hearing him perform this live in Pittsburgh, PA. (Of course, I knew Hay from Men at Work) Had never heard this song before but was immediately captivated by it, and bought the cd chiefly for this song but was introduced to the real brillance of the man. Thank you for sharing that night.
I heard this song at pandora at first and wondered who could write this candid lyrics and I see a very humble man who loves what he does. I'm also waiting nowadays and if it begins in next one or two years I'll be back here and leave another comment. Lots of love from Turkey
I appreciate your love, guidence and companionship ..Your love and support has been the greatest gift.
I genuinely hope that Colin Hay looks up his music on UA-cam. Not to listen to his music, but to read the comments.
And by slim chance you happen to read this comment, thank you for the music! It's gotten many of us through the dark days!
The super stardom transcends to me now. Much more now in 2023 than when I first heard him. Such a talent..
Such a beautiful soul
I'm here again to say this is the best bloody version. THANK YOU (again!) for sharing. I come back to it time and time again. Much love to all you beautiful people sharing this with me ❤
A true raconteur leading w his heart. Thank you Colin!
I'd never heard this version. Superb. Colin's songs got me through a hard patch about 20 years ago, I'm forever thankful.
My brother- who made his go at show business- shared with me that this song touched him and made him relate to the always present let-downs.
He died too young and I played this at his graveside.
Powerful song. REAL soul and REAL talent there by Colin Hay.
Undisputed talent. Amazing lyrics.
This song means alot to me as does all his music.Just been diagnosed with alzhìiemers.want it at my funeral
Colin is such a talented musician, I love his music, so inspiring, great lyrics in all his songs !!!!!!!
I love you man. You will never know. But you are amazing and my best moment in my pointless life included a song by you.
I was fortunate to discover by fluke chance that he was playing near me on that day when I was in Australia. I didn't waste time purchasing tickets and made the trip to see him. 5 years and many concerts later his show ranks as one of the best. I got to meet him afterwards and he was such a genuinely nice guy. If you enjoyed this and his other work then do go see him if you get a chance, you will not regret it.
Who would not like to sing like that?
I’m not crying ! ......... You’re crying !!
I agree with Colin. He didn't get the recognition he deserves for his musical talent. What a great singer/songwriter Colin is...
I appreciate your love, guidance and companionship ..Your love and support has been the greatest gift.
I saw him with my son last year. It was brillant . He is an amazing artist.
Colin is a superstar and always will be. The world is a better place because he is in it. The crowd size most certainly could never reflect how much his music has meant to so many people.
This guy makes me cry,. I'm detoxing and playing Overkill and Norwegian wood
Such a beautiful beautiful song! In this day and age when there is so much meaningless trash on the radio being endlessly thrown at us a true genius like this is true salvation
I appreciate your love, guidence and companionship ..Your love and support has been the greatest gift.
I love that scrubs really championed Colin's music. so many songs really changed my life
cant believe its 10 years since my comment, sentiment still holds true, love the guy and listen to scrubs where his music is played
This man is an amazing story teller
Any minute now, my ship is coming in
I'll keep checking the horizon
I'll stand on the bow, feel the waves come crashing
Come crashing down, down, down, on me
And you say, be still my love
Open up your heart
Let the light shine in
But don't you understand
I already have a plan
I'm waiting for my real life to begin
When I awoke today, suddenly nothing happened
But in my dreams, I slew the dragon
And down this beaten path, and up this cobbled lane
I'm walking in my old footsteps, once again
And you say, just be here now
Forget about the past, your mask is wearing thin
Let me throw one more dice
I know that I can win
I'm waiting for my real life to begin
Any minute now, my ship is coming in
I'll keep checking the horizon
And I'll check my machine, there's sure to be that call
It's gonna happen soon, soon, soon
It's just that times are lean
And you say, be still my love
Open up your heart, let the light shine in
Don't you understand
I already have a plan
I'm waiting for my real life to begin
These kind of comments should always be a thumps up
Gosh, he's getting up there in years. I really hope I'm able to see him live before he goes. He'll be missed, such an intelligent man with amazing talent to create such beautiful music.
Check his tour dates. He's a great night out, and he seems to always hang out after the show to have a chat with those who want. When I saw him last year, he was there more than an hour and a half after the show to sign stuff and talk with people.
I'm in Florida... he's not coming anywhere near me. :(
He tours a lot. He'll be back around in a year or so.
Roussell Rochester
He is touring right now with the Bare Naked Ladies. It's a worthwhile show....
Wow... how I hadn't heard about Colin Hay before I don't know! Such a honest and powerful song that goes straight to your heart... awesome band too, beautiful music!!! ❤🧡
That is just an awesome song, by a great singer songwriter. That is my favorite version of this song.
I appreciate your love, guidance and companionship ..Your love and support has been the greatest gift.
Singing my life back at me...Brilliant!
Strumming my pain with his fingers...
Colin Hay is a goat. His attitude and appraoch to music is chill and true to himself
Always makes me cry, his music touches the heart and soul. Beautiful love you , Colin!
Good to read the comments and see how great music can support people. To me, Colin Hay songs made good moments in my life even better. Great composer, lyricist, incredible voice. What a unique musician
Pure power of talent, power of music and wisdom .
Still loving this..
Life had transformed this man to a beautiful beautiful person. He is on such a special place in his life that you cannot skip the intro. Because he believes and feels every word he says and sings. Thats special.
Absolutely a super star and master musician + storyteller! Saw him at Terrapin Crossroads last year in Marin and he sounded better live than on the recordings. Really a special night that I won't soon (ever) forget.
My wife and I danced to the studio version of this song at our wedding. It was the perfect song. But I would suggest a shorter first dance song for your wedding. Your first dance feels like an eternity. Very fitting.
I appreciate your love, guidance and companionship ..Your love and support has been the greatest gift.
THIS IS IT! IF you want real music, this is THE guy to see. A man singing his songs for his fans. It doesnt get any better than this. Ive been at Shawn Mullins, Glen Phillips, Marshal Crenshaw and Glen Hansard concerts when they said that Colin Hay is GREAT. That's all I need to hear
absolutely true!!!
And Martin Sexton
Colin this is your best and one of my all this favs...you might have the Scottish accent, but you'll always be an Aussie Gem to me. 💽🎸💎🇦🇺😊
To quote Les McQueen, from league of gentleman: "It's a sh*t business, you'll see". Clearly very true if the likes of Colin Hay can be dropped from record labels and Justin Bieber's face is plastered all over the media for a decade. These record labels don't deserve to be in business and I'm glad I don't give them my money.
I love the League of Gentlemen especially the episode with the ex Cream Brûlée band member 😊👍❤️🇦🇺