Colin Hay - Norwegian Wood (Rolling Stone RS Live - June 20th 2011)

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  • Опубликовано: 11 дек 2011
  • Colin Hay performing "Norwegian Wood" of the Beatles, during a RS Live session for Rolling Stone web site.
    ©Lennon/McCartney -- All Rights Reserved.
    #ColinHay #TheBeatles #MenAtWork #JohnLennon #PaulMcCartney #GeorgeHarrison #RingoStarr
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  • @schlonzschuppe4516
    @schlonzschuppe4516 2 года назад +11

    well i cried like a baby. 53 years old and love that song since first day. thank you colin.

  • @kimthompson5871
    @kimthompson5871 5 лет назад +192

    The more of his solo stuff I see the more I realize how talented he really is !!! Brilliant !

    • @elijahmonn3757
      @elijahmonn3757 5 лет назад +10

      I would agree. I have seen other stuff on here. He is very funny as well. Colin told about a guy at a wedding gig Colin was playing at. The guy said "Nice cover of that song" Colin replying I wrote it. The song was "Down Under. Legendary Australian song.

  • @kaisersozay2217
    @kaisersozay2217 8 месяцев назад +10

    One of the best cover versions of one of the best songs. 👌🏻

  • @nipissing19
    @nipissing19 4 года назад +107

    That Dropped D tuning gives the song a Drone Sound resembling Bagpipes ... Very Haunting.

    • @theselector4733
      @theselector4733 4 года назад

      Would u know the chords by any chance? Cheers

    • @MrEskiedogs
      @MrEskiedogs 4 года назад +1

      @@theselector4733 google for the song chords then drop d tuning. He's playing mostly in majors but if you try to play a full G chord, the low E is biatch to reach.

    • @Hughami
      @Hughami 3 года назад +8

      Actually, I think this is in open D tuning, not drop D. If it was, he wouldn’t be playing the the open top strings, to play the D. I might be wrong of course. 😁 Have a good one.

    • @zlanderous
      @zlanderous 3 года назад +16

      @@Hughami I think its DADGAD tuning

    • @Hughami
      @Hughami 3 года назад

      @@zlanderous Good call zlanderous. The difference to open D is the F# to a G, right. Thanks for the suggestion. 👍 Have a lovely rest of your weekend.

  • @marklhcvt
    @marklhcvt 10 лет назад +273

    Went out to dinner and decided to go to the Canyon Club near LA a few years ago. The bouncer told us Colin Hay was playin that night. We were like "who". He said "The guy from Men at Work". We decided to go in anyway.. haha.. Colin fricken blew us away. He is one of the greats with lyrics to match. If you are ever near one of his gigs pay top dollar up front.

    • @GenXstacker
      @GenXstacker 4 года назад +10

      Yeah. Business as Usual was one of my first cassettes back in the 80s, but I wasn't dying to hear more from the guy until a few years ago when I listened to some of his newer stuff on Amazon and was blown away. Ended up buying a dozen or more downloads. This is one musician who has become better with age.

    • @maddymud
      @maddymud 4 года назад +3

      Sully - yep - saw him in tiny venue - The Mint. I was dragged by a friend. We got invited backstage after and shared cake with him. He was super generous. People were pogoing to Land Down Under.

    • @Robin-cf9ts
      @Robin-cf9ts 4 года назад +1

      Sully it’s a beautiful world for sure 😉

    • @markstevens5573
      @markstevens5573 2 года назад

      You were so lucky to walk up to a Club and see a guy like that play. Envious.

    • @alexanderbreeding1830
      @alexanderbreeding1830 2 года назад +3

      Saw him last night at the beautiful Majestic theater in Dallas (celebrating its 100th year). I don't know how many concerts we've been to (way too many to count) and this was easily top 3, maybe the best. His musicianship and true wisdom in crafting lyrics - not just "story telling" - continue to mature and improve every year. Colin Hay is truly a Scottish / Australian / AMERICAN treasure. And even though we had to wait for over 2 years after purchasing the tickets until the concert finally happened, I can say it was well worth the wait and that we thoroughly enjoyed every minute of it and will take advantage of every opportunity to see him again in the future!

  • @counciousstream
    @counciousstream 3 года назад +14

    We saw Colin's "one man show" at a local theater where big name acts perform but not always sell out. The tickets flew out of the box and we missed getting our typical floor seats. The place was packed. Wow what a show! It was just like (along with the other 1800 people) were sitting in our living room watching and listening to a master story teller who would every so often play a song. Mr. Hay connects with an audience like he knows every one of them. I don't recall ever seeing such an intimate and enjoyable show. We very much look forward to seeing him again.
    This video is so reminiscent of that show. A story followed by a song followed by a story by a song for two hours.

    • @littlespacesuit
      @littlespacesuit Год назад

      I had the same experience seeing him live a few years ago--it was absolutely a magnificent evening. He's completely in a league of his own; a master craftsman and storyteller. He commands the space with such a powerful, peaceful energy. So glad I was able to experience his work in person.

  • @jenlambert1259
    @jenlambert1259 3 года назад +28

    This is probably my favorite version of this song. Much admiration, Mr. Colin Hay 💜

  • @golden61
    @golden61 10 лет назад +421

    This guy comes from my hometown in Ayrshire, his Dad had a music shop in the town and often came to our house to tune our piano when I was a kid. I can't believe Colin still has his Ayrshire accent after leaving here over 40 years ago.

    • @venderstrat
      @venderstrat 6 лет назад +19

      He also speaks Australian like a native.

    • @smwrbd
      @smwrbd 5 лет назад +18

      My parents kept their Glasgow accent till the end

    • @stephenformosa471
      @stephenformosa471 5 лет назад +15

      Him , Jimmy Barnes, John Swan , Bon Scott all come from Glasgow

    • @andersojj
      @andersojj 5 лет назад +14

      @@stephenformosa471 Bonn Scott is from Kirriemuir (near Dundee) but the other boys from ACDC are from Cranhill. (2 miles from where I live) :-)

    • @FredmChoice
      @FredmChoice 5 лет назад +18

      I thought I knew him(you know after seeing so many times on telly) anyway one day way back in the early 90's he was walking down Chapel St Near Toorak, I said hey stranger and Colin said, do i know you? I said, " as if you don't! Your my brothers mate, who's ya brother, I said , Tom and besides ive made you heaps of coffees at my Mothers place..,anyway after talking for 15mns the penny dropped and I apologised profusely and also said...your Colin from Men at Work and I thought I knew you, so sorry...he walked off laughing

  • @TranzparentMethods
    @TranzparentMethods 7 лет назад +104

    Colin does a GREAT Ringo impression. "Hey, what's goin' on in heer?"

  • @PhilDnz
    @PhilDnz 2 месяца назад +2

    Love to hear a guitar that's beautifully in tune, toned to perfection, with a powerful and unique male voice fronting a superb Beatles song - Colin Hay at his SOLOIST best.

  • @stephencarlsbad
    @stephencarlsbad 5 лет назад +26

    Colin Hay comes from an era when smiling BIG was of value and important!

  • @donnaschmidt2597
    @donnaschmidt2597 13 дней назад

    One of the most beautiful songs and Colin you did it beautiful justice. Tears are rolling down my cheeks as I type this. Your voice is a major part of the soundtrack of my life. Thank you for all that you have given and inspired.

  • @neurofire
    @neurofire 5 лет назад +11

    He's a natural storyteller - and what a great V of Norwegian Wood. Good clip - thanks.

  • @paulmsheppard72
    @paulmsheppard72 5 лет назад +11

    I love watching Colin's stories and accoustic play, he always seems so humble and just enjoys performi g no matter the size of the audience

  • @patrickbrowne3947
    @patrickbrowne3947 Год назад +5

    Beautiful Colin … I open my ears to all kinds of music but this is the tune that I will compare everything to and ‘ in my life’ nothing comes near … love your version 👍

  • @TJ-eq6dl
    @TJ-eq6dl 4 года назад +6

    I could listen to an album collection of Colin’s stories,Brilliant Geezer.

  • @jackieguccione94
    @jackieguccione94 2 года назад +10

    He makes it sound like there is a whole band around him excellent

  • @darrenjray
    @darrenjray 4 года назад +9

    Anytime I've seen or heard Colin performing or heard him in interview, I'm in awe of the guy's talent.

  • @TheMrBennito
    @TheMrBennito 2 года назад +11

    Wow. I am ashamed of my own guitar play, yet today you made me overcome that feeling. Thank you, this is truly inspiring.

  • @steves1588
    @steves1588 Год назад +3

    Colin...thank you for some many years of beautiful music!

  • @chrsrans1
    @chrsrans1 2 месяца назад +1

    Brilliant cover, Colin has definitely put his own stamp on this already fine tune, awesome 👍

  • @RoyoSker
    @RoyoSker 4 года назад +36

    His guitar playing sounds dark and powerful. Very rich.

    • @MorsDengse
      @MorsDengse 4 года назад +4

      Colin often plays in D tunings. This might be an open D, and it - as we all can hear - sound just amazing.

    • @bobfrost4134
      @bobfrost4134 4 года назад +1

      His guitar sound is epic.

    • @bloozedaddy
      @bloozedaddy 3 года назад

      Plain ol drop d tuning. Great sounding guitar and perfectly tuned.

    • @______ai5158
      @______ai5158 2 года назад +1

      This is DADGAD tuning, very beautiful.

  • @assestokick
    @assestokick Год назад +2

    I love this guy! He is one of the most humble and genuine person I have ever seen...🙏

  • @finnibertlunchiken7792
    @finnibertlunchiken7792 5 лет назад +3

    Every time I see this guy im more and more impressed. There's so many layers and dimensions to this guy and his music.

  • @hstep8715
    @hstep8715 2 года назад +3

    The guitar is spectacular. I love everything about this version Colin. You too.

  • @trublgrl
    @trublgrl 4 года назад +13

    If you can catch Colin on a podcast or interview, you'll find him incredibly personable, fascinating, and funny, and then when he picks up a guitar, especially these days, his musical storytelling is mind boggling.

  • @marksc1929
    @marksc1929 5 лет назад +6

    ...Colin's a special guy ...great songwriter.... cheers

  • @jillianclark4076
    @jillianclark4076 4 года назад +1

    I was PRIVELEDGED to see Colin Hay as he performed at our Saugus High School fundraiser. He sang with many greats alongside him. The evening was a bittersweet fantastic night of music to help us forget a horrid time for us last November.
    THANK YOU TO ALL THE GREAT, GREAT MUSIC CELEBRITIES ON STAGE THAT NIGHT at the Canyon in Santa Clarita. Your performances took us away for those few hours!

  • @philopalski1141
    @philopalski1141 2 года назад +2

    He is so talented. Appreciate all of his work.

  • @ARichardP
    @ARichardP 4 года назад +3

    The more I listen the more I like this version. On the strength of it I’ve gotten tickets to see Mr. Hay in Tarrytown, NY next April. Saw him perform with Ringo’s band in NYC this year. They were all great and definitely worth the price of admission. Can tell Colin is a great ol’ Scotsman and Aussie storyteller.

  • @musiconlyplease98
    @musiconlyplease98 6 лет назад +6

    As many versions as I've heard I like this the best!!

  • @AlexPittendreigh
    @AlexPittendreigh 4 года назад +3

    I saw Colin a few years ago at the Fly By Night Club in Fremantle, Western Australia. Great concert. Along with his musical talent, he had the whole place in stiches with his story telling.

  • @ChimeraAZ
    @ChimeraAZ 5 лет назад +7

    I love this song.
    That smile just melts my heart.:}

  • @MyCleverHandle
    @MyCleverHandle 3 года назад +10

    How brave of him to tackle this song. It's almost an anthem, a call to prayer. I love that he had his accent even when singing! Look at Colin as a guest on Craig Ferguson's late night talk show - they bring out the best in each other!

  • @greasyflight6609
    @greasyflight6609 Год назад +2

    I remember well...when the sky smiled and life was forever

  • @Pogue4
    @Pogue4 11 лет назад +11

    Colin Hay is amazing...

  • @ARichardP
    @ARichardP 4 года назад +6

    Saw Colin Hay perform with Ringo in NYC a couple months ago. His lead guitar work, vocals harmonies and presence were awesome to watch and hear.

  • @alexmorris452
    @alexmorris452 3 года назад +4

    This man is MAGIC

  • @davidsuttie4192
    @davidsuttie4192 4 года назад +4

    OMG.. This is the first time I knew Colin was Scottish... As a scotsman that is embarrassing.. Have to say his distinctive voice is perfect for this song.. Love it

    • @KRW1612
      @KRW1612 4 года назад +1

      He emigrated to Australia at 14 years of age.

  • @ferdzinezextra8759
    @ferdzinezextra8759 11 лет назад +13

    Colin Hay of Men at Work still do his thang very very good!

  • @limulus61
    @limulus61 8 лет назад +16

    One of my favorite songs to play on acoustic and Colin's version is beautiful! Love the sound of that Maton guitar. I got to see him with Bare Naked Ladies and The Violent Femmes last summer in Alpharetta, GA.

  • @markrush5013
    @markrush5013 4 месяца назад +1

    l saw Mr.Hay with Sir Ringo and he was amazing...l was blown away by Mr.Hay.

  • @PabloCruise1
    @PabloCruise1 5 лет назад +4

    My favorite Beatles song.

  • @stratocat
    @stratocat Год назад +1

    Thanks Colin, love your music!

  • @markrush5013
    @markrush5013 4 года назад +3

    i recently saw him with Ringo....Colin was AMAZING!

  • @steelydan1242
    @steelydan1242 9 месяцев назад +1

    Playing in a band with Ringo would be a dream come true for any Beatle fan.

  • @TheDavidtk240
    @TheDavidtk240 4 года назад +2

    Very well done. A top 10 Beatles song. SUPERB version.

  • @susquahallasmiley3262
    @susquahallasmiley3262 4 года назад +3

    My favorite Beatles song since I was a kid

  • @sonorstudio1
    @sonorstudio1 5 лет назад +3

    Great song and a great performance from Colin ! Peace !

  • @becool1967
    @becool1967 9 лет назад +12

    Thanks Colin - love you man!

  • @josephr.lejeune4539
    @josephr.lejeune4539 Год назад +2

    He could be a Beatle. He’s always amazing and beautiful! Thank you!

  • @GrafindeKlevemark
    @GrafindeKlevemark 3 года назад +4

    Love your interpretation of "Norwegian Wood" - you really told a story (and perso I had a friend who had to sleep in my bath!!!)

  • @jucklowe
    @jucklowe 4 года назад +8

    Gotta love Colin Hay,,, I've seen him live a few times over the years and he always tells a story, anecdote or joke before every song.

  • @RangKlos
    @RangKlos Год назад +1

    Such an excellent showmanship. He makes you feel he's genuinely enjoying entertaining you.

  • @midasbrain
    @midasbrain 5 лет назад +1

    I love this guy!! I was a little boy in the early 80s but remember Men at Work and i loved them

  • @mathbrown9099
    @mathbrown9099 2 года назад

    Clicking “Like” on a musician’s work such as this is like as if he were a busker and I threw in a penny! He’s just wonderful.

  • @markmarsh27
    @markmarsh27 2 года назад

    Nice to see Colin BACK IN THE BUSINESS! .... I was NUTS for Men At Work when I was about 20 because they were a truly and TOTALLY AMAZING BAND! .... thanks to the Genius that is HIM.

  • @samuelvalenzuela4541
    @samuelvalenzuela4541 4 года назад +7

    Colin James Hay, the man from land down under has one of the greatest voice of all time in the rock and roll scene

    • @gettingkilt
      @gettingkilt Год назад +1

      And yet he's actually from Ayrshire, Scotland. He just moved to Australia.

    • @joycerichardson1810
      @joycerichardson1810 9 месяцев назад

      Just a fantastic musician and songwriter. Seems like a very nice bloke, too.

  • @musiconlyplease98
    @musiconlyplease98 9 месяцев назад +1

    just came back for my fav version 🎸🎸😎

  • @corycastleman6351
    @corycastleman6351 3 года назад +4

    Colin Hay's impression of Ringo is hilarious!

  • @cs5384
    @cs5384 2 года назад +1

    What a wonderful smile this man has. I have loved his singing for a long time but that smile. :swoon:

  • @newwavepop
    @newwavepop 2 года назад

    Dude, if i could have a brunch with Colin and Ringo. OMG, best day EVER!

  • @TheBeatles..
    @TheBeatles.. 9 лет назад +20

    excellent cover..and nice words about Ringo!

  • @alexandrevanhannigen7821
    @alexandrevanhannigen7821 Год назад +1

    Beautiful Colin. You're great!

  • @WeirdoowithABeardoo
    @WeirdoowithABeardoo 5 месяцев назад +1

    Love this guy.

  • @nervo6321
    @nervo6321 5 лет назад +2

    Great story and a great laid back version of a true classic...

  • @angel83119
    @angel83119 4 года назад +3

    So charming and SO talented

  • @TheDuckmonk
    @TheDuckmonk 11 лет назад +11

    Man, this guys voice and play style are incredible. He needs to hit up the folk scene more.

  • @freddiemercurious
    @freddiemercurious 2 года назад

    That CRASH in the last bar of a few of the progressions was very effective, resolved the verse very well. You're a good man, Colin!

  • @bobtausworthe2671
    @bobtausworthe2671 3 месяца назад +1

    Most of us think Ringo Starr's Allstar band is for fans like us to listen to all of our musical heroes. But it's not. The Allstar band is so all of the great musicians who got their spark listening to The Beatles can play with one of them. That was a beautiful and unique rendition of Norwegian Wood.

  • @jorgealbertofloressosa3452
    @jorgealbertofloressosa3452 5 дней назад

    The unmistakable Colin

  • @cathalmacsiurdain7762
    @cathalmacsiurdain7762 4 года назад +2

    Lovely cover...I can't even imagine the number of times this song has been played in mixed company...what a beautiful moment.

  • @bodeghost
    @bodeghost 4 года назад +2

    Props to the sound engineer! Of course, Colin is always brilliant! 2020 anyone? Happy New Year! 😉 💜 🍀 🎶

  • @TranzparentMethods
    @TranzparentMethods 7 лет назад +1

    This was the first Beatles song I ever know for sure... My Dad and my uncle used to play this song in a duet with them, two guitars and some microphones, in between covers of Bill Monroe and Hank Williams Sr. Kind of a weird intermission. I now know that's a bit weird, but they LOVED to play this song. So that was my first real memories of the Beatles. I was so young I didn't know who the Beatles were at the time, but I'll always love this song more than other Beatles songs. My dad was around 18 when the Beatles broke, but he had a whole library of vinyl that I later discovered.

  • @kingshearer2
    @kingshearer2 9 лет назад +5

    Great folky version and I love that record collection in the background.

  • @glennknowles454
    @glennknowles454 4 года назад +1

    Love this track...one of my favourite Beatles songs.

  • @russellnorth1418
    @russellnorth1418 2 года назад

    That was awesome, what a great rendition. Thank you John and Paul and George and Ringo and Colin.
    Nice tone on the guitar 🎸

  • @joesmith-wr8vw
    @joesmith-wr8vw 4 года назад +1

    One of the reasons I love this version is the incredibe sound of that guitar. Great singer and musician.

  • @emilyaichele9527
    @emilyaichele9527 2 года назад +1

    Wow. That was phenomenal. 🙏

  • @dougpeters1625
    @dougpeters1625 6 лет назад +7

    what a lovely bloke

  • @valitozanitto5346
    @valitozanitto5346 Год назад +1

    Il n'y a rien de plus beau que d'écouter un titan jouer la musique d'un autre titan !!!

  • @leapingjoseph8462
    @leapingjoseph8462 Год назад +1

    Just heard of him for the first time even though I am a big music fan. Incredibly talented fellow.

  • @CrystalTwinStar
    @CrystalTwinStar 4 года назад +2

    Omg I was listening and wondering "why do I recognize this voice?" Then...i went to your page!
    Omg !
    Love Men at Work! ❤

  • @stack544
    @stack544 2 года назад

    Saw Colin at a small theatre in Jersey (600 seats) knew his work with Men at Work but never heard his solo stuff. What a lovely interesting evening we had. Colin told stories and played music.A fan am I after that night. If you get the opportunity to see him go for it You’ll be satisfied I’m sure.

  • @conniem9189
    @conniem9189 4 года назад +1

    love this song and this version in particular

  • @dianecattell4254
    @dianecattell4254 4 года назад

    So talented. Fond memories of the 80s. Thanks colin luv ya

  • @venderstrat
    @venderstrat 7 лет назад +5

    I love the whole thing, including his shirt.

  • @robertlorenz6475
    @robertlorenz6475 4 года назад +3

    THE BEATLES ARE AND ALWAYS WILL BE #1 PEACE ✌AND LOVE 💘💘THANKS

  • @josephobenauer3093
    @josephobenauer3093 5 лет назад +3

    Big time talent. The guitar booms. Wonderful.

  • @scottlutz2311
    @scottlutz2311 4 года назад +5

    Hey, Colin Hay, please come to Sandy Utah, USA and play at our beautiful amphitheater. We will love your music till the sun settles beyond the Great Salty Lake and beyond. The Wasatch Mountains will revive you and bring you peace on a sweet and salty Utah Summer eve. God’s peace to you!🌞

  • @Dev9172
    @Dev9172 9 лет назад +24

    Very good . People dont know how hard that sound is to sing . And he is playing it in open cords . I play this song on guitar . I love it .

    • @jackwezesa1081
      @jackwezesa1081 Год назад

      Capo on 2nd fret!

    • @taperry326
      @taperry326 Год назад

      @@jackwezesa1081 you see a capo on his guitar? Cause I looked, and I don't see one.

    • @jackwezesa1081
      @jackwezesa1081 Год назад

      @@taperry326 It’s how we played it and it’s actually been taught this way by many instructors on standard tuning.

  • @marc5117
    @marc5117 4 года назад +1

    gOT LOVE THIS GUY - i LOVE HOW HIS GUITAR SOUNDS AND HE HAS THE GREATEST VOICE!

  • @nev7711
    @nev7711 4 года назад +1

    Fantastic performance. Just a voice and a guitar.

  • @liquidbraino
    @liquidbraino 2 года назад +4

    I honestly think this is the greatest song ever written. I don't care who's playing it or how.

    • @elliegonzales8212
      @elliegonzales8212 Год назад

      It's The Beatles. Picking the greatest song from them is like looking into the face of the sun and picking out the brightest spot.....can't be done.

  • @adambell3615
    @adambell3615 4 года назад

    Never been more envious of a wonky eye. Bless Colin

  • @devilfan2k
    @devilfan2k 5 лет назад +2

    amazing musician awesome storyteller good man

  • @xenmasterxenon
    @xenmasterxenon 4 года назад +1

    This is the best Beatles cover ever! 😍

  • @tbeau6663
    @tbeau6663 4 года назад +55

    Check out his solo material - you really won't be disappointed. His gigs are laden with anecdotes and humour. one of the funniest raconteurs ever!

    • @lancerx1759
      @lancerx1759 2 года назад

      You may enjoy this my friendruclips.net/video/TkzVQeaHQpg/видео.html

    • @leonardramirezjr
      @leonardramirezjr Год назад

      Truth.

  • @timmorris5723
    @timmorris5723 5 лет назад +9

    One of the great artists....he's far more than Men at Work.

  • @davide.gabert8458
    @davide.gabert8458 10 лет назад

    The very best of the Beatles and Hay. Thank you-Tube for this, deg