I don't understand how this song isn't more well known. In my opinion, this is one of their best songs ever. The guitar solo and the sound in the end is just infernal.
detonator2112 if you listen To The original versión at the beginning in the part where the guitar distortion beggins, eddie makes a special effect right left try it with the earphones
Probably because Sammy Hagar sung it and not DLR. I’m not saying Sammy sucks. He made EVH a better guitar player. But Diamond Dave is what made Van Halen, Van Halen.
@@lotlum4343 I never liked Diamond Dave. Not as a singer, not as a showman. It's just a matter of opinion. Debut, Fair Warning, 1984 and even A Different Kind of Truth are still good albums though.
This is Sammy's finest vocal performance on UA-cam right behind Eagles Fly in Toronto live. Please celebrate this guy before he's gone. There will never be another Sammy Hagar.
Yep, totally true. And his recent activity as the ultimate interviewer with other musicians - ones you might think he might not have anything to do with - is totally awesome. Sammy is the Joe Rogan of the music world. His personality is simply inspiring. Always upbeat and looking forward.
@@deebop4904 I had to laugh, but yeah, Eskimos are the toughest people on Earth to be looked up to. Helped us win WW2 in the Alutians. Duct tape is also important, but I don't use it. But those that do keep me employed. LOL
Best Van Halen song ever? That's begging for an argument, but this is one of their best for sure. And no one knows about it. That makes it even better.
@@teamrecon2685 I do remember when that album came out. It was a sudden change for Van Halen, but that album held a new energy and uplifting feel. So long ago, yet I can still remember that.
The thing I loved about VH with Sammy is that there was no bullshit. Sammy sang songs from all the albums. They got on stage and played amazingly every show. Can you imagine Roth singing one of the Hagar songs? Hahaha. Not a chance. He couldn't now anyways. Actually, he couldn't have back in 86!!!
Paul Greenwell Take it from someone who grew up listening to Van Halen with DLR, and saw them in concert a half a dozen times. This does not even come close to the original van Halen live, think what you will but I was there for both and there is no comparison.
@@PoollShark -- You claim to be a VH "expert" or are you tone deaf? Sammy kicks Dave's ass back then and NOW! Dave is a washed up lounge act singing DLR karaoke. 😂
When I bought balance on cd.. I listened to it over and over.. day after day week after week.. I was lucky to get to see them live on this tour.. it was awesome..
❤❤❤ I dedicate this song to my husband who recently passed away..this was his favorite VH song...41years years baby .....I love ❤️ you!! RIP Patrick 🙏 I miss you!!
Arguably my favorite song they have ever written. So much heart and emotion sopping wet with all of them confident in each other. Salude to you gentlemen for this masterpeace indeed. thank you.
This song to me is without a doubt the most meaningful work of art they have ever performed. You can almost feel a sense of urgency in this song. I think Sam kind of knew that the end of a dynasty was coming. This song projects this in every way and in the end you can here a little Zeppelin, Kashmir? What better way to bow out gracefully. Eddie is wonderful and it shows in his face and smile that he is content. Losing Sam was like losing a brother, but hopefully in the end they will reconcile. How can you deny the energy and talent in this song? They are all doing there own thing right now but , I hope they will return to there roots and end this thing peacefully. Long live these gentlemen and may there futures be as bright as they once were. Cheers to you Sam and VH!!!!!
You're right. It's crazy how underrated song this is. Best song they ever made. Period. The studio version in Balance is even better. The solo and that hellish guitar sound in the end is out of this world.
I loved this song from the very first time I ever heard it. Now it seems so appropriate that it was the last song on the last album with SH. Not sure why, but that just feels right for some reason.
I am definitely partial to the Roth-Era VH. However, this is right up there with their all-time greats. Sammy’s vocals along with what could be Eddie’s most underrated guitar solo. Truly incredible, gives me goosebumps. The best band, both eras had kick-ass songs.
Wow, just rediscovering my love for Van Halen. I had forsaken the Sammy era. My god, some amazing songs! Specially on Balance! I am so glad i decided to listen to them. This song just tears at your aoul. If you can't feel this, you are a psychopath!
Been a VH fan all my life can’t believe this song somehow escaped me! What a masterpiece maybe it’s because we are feeling this more now he is gone , and EVH was already feeling it then :) Ether way it sure hits home and fits today 👍
Best concert ever!!! Saw them at Los Angeles Forum 1995 tour. 14th row floor seats, bought tickets from a Scalper outside on the walking path leading up to the entrance.
just squash it....all parties involved....get together hash it out and put the pride aside....fix it. This is the best Van Halen will sound.....do it now, before everyone is to old to put on a good performance. Sammy's voice is still decent at his age....get together, practice and put together one last tour.....please.....I miss this....
This was on the last tour I got to see Eddie and the boys in concert. My wife and I watched Van Halen @ San Diego Sports Arena in 1995. #RIPEddieVanHalen
One of the musical greats of my generation has left us. Eddie Van Halen is gone and we shall never see another like him. Condolences to his family! Rock on for all eternity, EVH! Mad respect!
Along with Seventh Seal my fave off the Balance album and really done well here although Ed and Sam might as well be in separate rooms here.Once again Mike’s b/u vocals are awesome.Imagine if Brad Delp(R.I.P) and Mike shared the stage.
Judas Priest that is a f'n guitar player, a songwriter, vocals off the chart. It's easy to feel sad when you watch this. What you should feel is pure joy that we were here to witness it. This kid is the finest musician rock has ever seen. Sammy throws out a killer vocal too. Thank God I was a kid in the 60's 70's and 80's. Probably seen 300-400 live shows, thanks to my uncle in the security business. I feel so bad about what kids are forced to listen to today. The excitement when the lights went out was palpable. Rock needs a comeback, where musicians show their talents. All you need today is a drum machine, filthy lyrics & Pro Tools. Will we ever get that magic back? It's been 30 years!
My God! The passion! Just magical! Oh, how I wish Eddie and Sam could have worked through their differences. They truly were at their musical best together.
I have to say I love this song off the balance on but this live version is Kick-Ass hopefully someday Alex and wolfy will release this live performance on Blu-ray someday I like to say God bless you Edward you are loved and never forgotten rest in peace❤😊
I saw the 2004 tour on the first night and it was my favorite concert ever. My favorite band in my favorite incarnation. However, if I had to complain about one thing it would be that they didn't play ANY songs off of Balance. To me, Balance was top to bottom an incredible album and the last truly great album VH did.
The amazing thing about all this... is that if you listen to Eddie on record and live!! it's amazing how he sounds the same in all the songs!! unlike other great guitarists who sound different live... for a reason he is the best in history!! EVH 🔥🔥🔥
Best song Van Halen have put together so much soul and feeling, musically at the top of their game even though they had personality issues. I pray they play again in my lifetime and theirs. And they have a good time doing it, what ever is worth doing its worth doing for fun.
I remember when this was one tv when it came out! I was 11 years old! I grew up with this band! Still love the last VH record {Balance} with Sammy. Both eras rock!
I don't understand how this song isn't more well known. In my opinion, this is one of their best songs ever. The guitar solo and the sound in the end is just infernal.
detonator2112 if you listen To The original versión at the beginning in the part where the guitar distortion beggins, eddie makes a special effect right left try it with the earphones
Probably because Sammy Hagar sung it and not DLR. I’m not saying Sammy sucks. He made EVH a better guitar player. But Diamond Dave is what made Van Halen, Van Halen.
@@lotlum4343 I never liked Diamond Dave. Not as a singer, not as a showman. It's just a matter of opinion. Debut, Fair Warning, 1984 and even A Different Kind of Truth are still good albums though.
agree
@@lotlum4343 🤣
This is Sammy's finest vocal performance on UA-cam right behind Eagles Fly in Toronto live. Please celebrate this guy before he's gone. There will never be another Sammy Hagar.
Yep, totally true. And his recent activity as the ultimate interviewer with other musicians - ones you might think he might not have anything to do with - is totally awesome. Sammy is the Joe Rogan of the music world. His personality is simply inspiring. Always upbeat and looking forward.
I agree with you 100%. And unfortunately, there will never be another Van Halen anymore.
@@Jonno2summit lulz, nobody wants to be compared to JR bra. JR is a dust turd blowing around on Sammy Hagars hardwood floors.
Here here ❤
That's a great rendition of Eagles Fly. I thought it was just me that thought that.
Rest In Power
Eddie Van Halen.
1955-2020.
Him and jimi dueling solos In heaven ..
@@dasnyder31 Jimi and Eddie the true geniuses of the guitar ..
@@ratter531 Eddie and Iommi.
My favorite Van Halen song.
A true masterpiece Sammy's impeccable performance
If I was at this concert, my heart couldn't take it ...
I'll sing thus to u
This and Judgement Day, most underrated but great Van Hagar songs.
Underrated by you???
Air is underrated too......dont forget air. And eskimos. Eskimos lives matter,and they are highly fuckin underrated man. And duct tape
@@deebop4904 yep, can’t forget duct tape.
@@deebop4904 I had to laugh, but yeah, Eskimos are the toughest people on Earth to be looked up to. Helped us win WW2 in the Alutians. Duct tape is also important, but I don't use it. But those that do keep me employed. LOL
Don’t forget 5150
Best Van Halen song ever? That's begging for an argument, but this is one of their best for sure. And no one knows about it. That makes it even better.
Glad the Roth retards aren't here (and that's no offense to Roth, just the fans).
And 5150.
@@teamrecon2685 I do remember when that album came out. It was a sudden change for Van Halen, but that album held a new energy and uplifting feel. So long ago, yet I can still remember that.
I agree. This is up there. The dynamics of this song are off the chart!!!
No question one of their best
The thing I loved about VH with Sammy is that there was no bullshit. Sammy sang songs from all the albums. They got on stage and played amazingly every show. Can you imagine Roth singing one of the Hagar songs? Hahaha. Not a chance. He couldn't now anyways. Actually, he couldn't have back in 86!!!
Paul Greenwell Take it from someone who grew up listening to Van Halen with DLR, and saw them in concert a half a dozen times. This does not even come close to the original van Halen live, think what you will but I was there for both and there is no comparison.
i don't like what i'm told i'm feelin'
Paul Greenwell... Sammy is a real musician and song writer. Roth was not. Roth couldn’t touch Sammys vocal range and melodic brilliance.
Great point.
@@PoollShark -- You claim to be a VH "expert" or are you tone deaf? Sammy kicks Dave's ass back then and NOW! Dave is a washed up lounge act singing DLR karaoke. 😂
That was Eddie...
Classic Underrated tune.
R.I.P EVH
When I bought balance on cd.. I listened to it over and over.. day after day week after week.. I was lucky to get to see them live on this tour.. it was awesome..
Midnight madness the night before!
Up til 2am cranking it on a work night!😂
Hard to believe Eddie's gone...way too soon...but his playing will live on...this was one of, if not my favorite pieces he played...Duces E.V..
Van halen grandissimi. Cia eddie ci vedremo in cielo..
Eddie Van Halen Always Loved, Never Forgotten, Forever missed.
Pay attention youngsters...this is a tutorial on how real music is played live.
Dear God this is great. I put this up against any Dave song. They grew so much with Sammy. Miss this line up!!!
Incredible. In many ways, better than the album cut. It's great to see a live performance that is equal to or better than studio version.
How Eddie thought it was the thing to do to lose Sammy Hagar and Mike Anthony is beyond me. VH will never sound this good again.
Paul Young AGREED
Paul Young three words: drugs
That and you gotta keep in mind. Sammy was way older than they are.
Paul Young He was tired of Van hagar
$$ & drugs
❤❤❤ I dedicate this song to my husband who recently passed away..this was his favorite VH song...41years years baby .....I love ❤️ you!! RIP Patrick 🙏 I miss you!!
Arguably my favorite song they have ever written. So much heart and emotion sopping wet with all of them confident in each other. Salude to you gentlemen for this masterpeace indeed. thank you.
AVH has the best snare drum sound ever
Damn straight my man!!
How true.AVH is one of the best rock drummers ever but I feel is overshadowed due to little brother's guitar playing. JMO
Yeah. The snare sounds like a tom. Ha.
You are spot on
Facts.
This song to me is without a doubt the most meaningful work of art they have ever performed. You can almost feel a sense of urgency in this song. I think Sam kind of knew that the end of a dynasty was coming. This song projects this in every way and in the end you can here a little Zeppelin, Kashmir? What better way to bow out gracefully. Eddie is wonderful and it shows in his face and smile that he is content. Losing Sam was like losing a brother, but hopefully in the end they will reconcile. How can you deny the energy and talent in this song? They are all doing there own thing right now but , I hope they will return to there roots and end this thing peacefully. Long live these gentlemen and may there futures be as bright as they once were. Cheers to you Sam and VH!!!!!
Wow!!!.... I love the way you said everything.
Yeah, I miss Van Halen with Hagar, too.... I miss those days.
Jeezuss! You must love to hear yourself talk!
You're right. It's crazy how underrated song this is. Best song they ever made. Period. The studio version in Balance is even better. The solo and that hellish guitar sound in the end is out of this world.
That outro is hauntingly beautiful
Those riffs Ed plays give me chills
I loved this song from the very first time I ever heard it. Now it seems so appropriate that it was the last song on the last album with SH. Not sure why, but that just feels right for some reason.
Kinda like Queens Show must go on and was it all worth it on Queens last two LPs
I am definitely partial to the Roth-Era VH. However, this is right up there with their all-time greats. Sammy’s vocals along with what could be Eddie’s most underrated guitar solo. Truly incredible, gives me goosebumps. The best band, both eras had kick-ass songs.
Just heard the news about Eddie and this is the first song I wanted to listen. RIP legend!!! Guitars are sad tonight!
Possibly the most beautiful VanHalen number ever. Never old.
Folks this is a great song.
Sammy was struggling through a major flu weeks before this tour started, but he still sounds better than most..
TheEarlymtv did you read that in "Red"?
Thanks Van Halen, this song helped me get through my divorce......Magic!
This song seems hyper relevant right now. Eddies body may be gone but the dude transcended physical reality long before. Absolute God.
His guitar, music kind of therapy.
I think this is one of the most beautiful songs from VH.
The Best Song They Ever Recorded ! Killin' It On This Performance..
Wow, just rediscovering my love for Van Halen. I had forsaken the Sammy era. My god, some amazing songs! Specially on Balance! I am so glad i decided to listen to them. This song just tears at your aoul. If you can't feel this, you are a psychopath!
I was so fortunate and lucky to have seen this tour.....I can clearly remember this song.
that scream... it makes me want to scream my heart and my lungs out... one of the best songs EVER.
This is a masterpiece (y)
The last minute of this song I could listen to it forever.
Been a VH fan all my life can’t believe this song somehow escaped me! What a masterpiece maybe it’s because we are feeling this more now he is gone , and EVH was already feeling it then :) Ether way it sure hits home and fits today 👍
Damn this tune live is absolutely pure 🔥.
Best concert ever!!! Saw them at
Los Angeles Forum 1995 tour. 14th row floor seats, bought tickets from a Scalper outside on the walking path leading up to the entrance.
That was a tight solo, man. Incredible articulation on the frets, etc. Wow.
Yeah he was 1 of A kind for sure
Sammy with Van Halen equals lightening in a bottle!!!!
Grow it long ,Shave it off , You will be sorely missed EVH
One of my VH song since 90's and it's very underrated... Anyway it's one of the best 💪🤘🤘🇵🇭
Incredible song and performance! Extremely underrated!
Back when bands had NO BACKING TRACKS!! 💯🤘🏻🤘🏻🤘🏻🤘🏻🤘🏻❤️❤️❤️
just squash it....all parties involved....get together hash it out and put the pride aside....fix it. This is the best Van Halen will sound.....do it now, before everyone is to old to put on a good performance. Sammy's voice is still decent at his age....get together, practice and put together one last tour.....please.....I miss this....
I feel you. I agree. You said it perfect.
4 years later, still nothin.
& yet, tht's exctly how creative stuff works: when it's not right, it doesn't work, period.
Eddie, keep playing in Heaven!
This song is my havorite of Van Halen songs
This was on the last tour I got to see Eddie and the boys in concert. My wife and I watched Van Halen @ San Diego Sports Arena in 1995.
#RIPEddieVanHalen
Pure jewel.
Sammy is absolutely fantastic!
What to say about Eddie?
Absolute beauty.
One of the musical greats of my generation has left us. Eddie Van Halen is gone and we shall never see another like him. Condolences to his family! Rock on for all eternity, EVH! Mad respect!
Still mourning the loss of this beautiful soul... Rock In Peace Eddie. Feelin' a little sad.
Along with Seventh Seal my fave off the Balance album and really done well here although Ed and Sam might as well be in separate rooms here.Once again Mike’s b/u vocals are awesome.Imagine if Brad Delp(R.I.P) and Mike shared the stage.
Wow..soulfull n dark..
this song for all times!
The End of Van Halen era with Sammy Hagar... It was sad seeing this happen right in front us all. The End is always the End...
This is one of the best songs out of the Van Halen catalog, and it does not get anywhere near the attention it deserves.
What a great 👍 band 🎸
RIP Eddie...Rock n fuckin' roll!!!
what a huge song
This is a wicked one and one of the best songs of ever.......
❤❤❤ Happy "would have been 69th Birthday" EVH. Just like this song, you are still one of the greatest ever. R. I. P.
Rip Eddie Van Halen
Judas Priest that is a f'n guitar player, a songwriter, vocals off the chart. It's easy to feel sad when you watch this. What you should feel is pure joy that we were here to witness it. This kid is the finest musician rock has ever seen. Sammy throws out a killer vocal too. Thank God I was a kid in the 60's 70's and 80's. Probably seen 300-400 live shows, thanks to my uncle in the security business. I feel so bad about what kids are forced to listen to today. The excitement when the lights went out was palpable. Rock needs a comeback, where musicians show their talents. All you need today is a drum machine, filthy lyrics & Pro Tools. Will we ever get that magic back? It's been 30 years!
Eddie, MASTER of master's guitar's player's of the world, gracias por todo!!
Still grieving for Eddie, love and miss you man, you'll always hold a special place in my heart. The lyrics just about sum up how i'm Feelin'
This version blows away the studio version
Miss u Eddie.
This vocal tells the story about Eddie. VAN HALEN FOREVER
Saw them on the Balance tour, EPIC!
Love the song and the album. Always thought both were underrated.
My God! The passion! Just magical! Oh, how I wish Eddie and Sam could have worked through their differences. They truly were at their musical best together.
Van. Halen is the best
Best live band ever!
That’s what’s on my mind.... ❤️
Bad ass song!
what a great song!
Enough said EVH imitated but never duplicated is the greatest guitar player of all time
One of their best imo .x
One my favorite hagar era van halen songs
On Fire!!!!!!! All 4!! 🔥🔥🔥
I have to say I love this song off the balance on but this live version is Kick-Ass hopefully someday Alex and wolfy will release this live performance on Blu-ray someday I like to say God bless you Edward you are loved and never forgotten rest in peace❤😊
Expanded edition of Balance coming!
Hopefully this will be part of it!
That snare
One of Ed's best solos. He plays most of the solo with off the neck pickup which gives the tone a tight smooth sound. Outstanding!
I saw the 2004 tour on the first night and it was my favorite concert ever. My favorite band in my favorite incarnation. However, if I had to complain about one thing it would be that they didn't play ANY songs off of Balance. To me, Balance was top to bottom an incredible album and the last truly great album VH did.
The great Eddie Rest In Peace ❤️❤️❤️
Holy shit !! Mr.Edward Van Halen!! Wow There was no one better!! RIP!!!!!!!
For me, my favorite EVH tone......lush and ballsy
What a voice!!
one of my all time fav songs in any genre :) makes me "feel" so much ! goosebumps @
i listen this song all days...EVH all days of my life
love the scream at the end awsome
The amazing thing about all this... is that if you listen to Eddie on record and live!! it's amazing how he sounds the same in all the songs!! unlike other great guitarists who sound different live... for a reason he is the best in history!! EVH 🔥🔥🔥
When people ask me “Sammy or Dave?”, my answer is always “Eddie”. I am praying we will hear him play again.
ed is really on top of it in this song,,,,,,,was the pinnicle of his rule.
Best ever EVH
Best song Van Halen have put together so much soul and feeling, musically at the top of their game even though they had personality issues. I pray they play again in my lifetime and theirs. And they have a good time doing it, what ever is worth doing its worth doing for fun.
Eddie focusing all his power here both joy and pain i can see in his face.
I remember when this was one tv when it came out! I was 11 years old! I grew up with this band! Still love the last VH record {Balance} with Sammy. Both eras rock!
One of my favorite Albums.
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