You're spot-on Bro. This one is just an unbelievable piece of music, and song-writing. This song changed everything for me. 5150 changed everything. And this was my favorite tune off of it. Probably my favorite song of all time. What Edward came up with here, is just mind-blowing - still to this day. Rock on Bro.
Being a musician, and doing it professionally we notice the talent in other players and notice the not so talented and critique. I've had the privilege of traveling all over this wonderful world all while playing music, so I seen many of the best players in person. I'm now including you on my personal favorite guitarists. Not just because you're talented with your playing, it's that you have technique correct to the way it's composed. Yeah could shred and change things on the fly, lots can. But doing covers accurate and tasteful, that's why I would put you on the list
Ugh I know, I was devasted when I heard he passed. It's so weird to think, people all around the world are so sad to hear when a celebrity dies, such as Eddie, when they barley know the person in general. Random thought there, lol. I guess that just proves how talented he is! I hope I can tour around the world one day, like he did. That'd be cool.
@@drumstixx1976 If we don’t care about anything in this world, nothing makes us happy, what’s the point of life at all? Still trying to figure that out. I’ll let you know if I ever acquire that knowledge. Do the same for me please.
Now that EVH is gone...my soul just hurts. I'm not really knowledgable in music. But I grew up with him. Just a huge fan. I always LOVED this song. So inspiring. And Sammy is great on vocals.
Man you made this look easy. The fact you even tried to replicate EVH's tone and technique is amazing in it's own right. The cool thing is you did an outstanding job. Well done!
This song always reminds me of just how happy and how much I enjoyed the power rangers movie as a kid. Rest in power Jason David Frank. Gone but most definitely not forgotten.
6 years later I still listen to this cover when I want to hear an instrumental cover, I even prefer it over the original. Eddie would have been so proud to see this and hear that tone.
Wow, you amaze me again, specially because you read my mind, and pick all the songs I like the most. Thank you once more, you nailed it , Bravo, maestro.
I often wonder if guys that play like you so effortlessly, went through the same obstacles that the rest of went through, like getting your fingers trained to for a G-chord or D-Chord, or did your finger just automatically feel comfortable in those positions. I remember when I first started playing, dang near forcing my fingers to form a D-Chord, and G-Chord, then moving from those 2 positions back and forth for what seemed like hours before It felt comfortable. F-Chord still doesn’t feel as comfortable as it should. Anyway, great playing.
@@themurphrees3795 of course, it’s all muscle memory and it takes time to get your fingers used to doing things they’ve never done before. As much as it’s important to keep practicing, it’s also important to have breaks when building it up.
This dude is a phenomenon. Crazy gifted and rare. I love him but he makes me want to burn my guitars. I can’t make them sound anything like he makes his. Lol.
There are a lot of covers of this song on YT. This one is my favorite because you play the keyboard chords instead of constantly barre chording through the verse and chorus like everyone else. It sounds much fuller and brings it to life. I don't think Eddie even did that live. The effortless but restrained wizardry is also inspiring to watch! Nice Job!
I see a lot of talented guitarists covering songs but unfortunately they just dont have "the look". Metal/rock to me is very much a visual art as it is a performance art. You have the gift of both kid. You really should pursue this.
I've gone down possible an inescapable rabbit hole on your page ..... wow this is so good. Kudos .... major kudos to you, you make it look so effortless. Well done.
One of my favourite Van Halen tracks beautifully done in your usual precise guitar playing, this and Panama are great Van Halen tracks to play, unfortunately I am not near as good as you but you have a great choice of many of my favourite tracks of all time. Superb job, well done my friend!!!
Dude that's fucking awesome! Sammy's voice is incredible on this track. I've covered some hagar vocals but this song jumps out of my range at least 3 times.
I'm glad I found your channel bwm5150.One thing about the music I loved during the 80s,it always put a smile on my face.Watching you play these awesome songs makes me smile and remember a time in my life that was incredible to live through.Thanks man,you truly are a gifted guitarist.
That's what music did for many of us kids who were teens and older in the 80's.It was a release valve for us to blow off steam.I never learned to play,but always used music to brighten my day. You have a gift bro,you're playing is spot on.I look forward to more videos from you.
I also have to say, Eddie has done some of my favorite guitar solos in rock in the whole of the 1980's! They have a "wow"quality that is uniquely his and always blows me away. He is one f*** of a player! 😀😀
That is so incredibly solid. Eddie is a hard artist to replicate and do justice to, but you did amazing. Just goes to show how good the top rock guitarists really were when it leaves you with calluses.
When I hear the part at :45, to my ears you are doing the song not only justice but the right way. Other versions I've heard, pass over this part of the song. Thank you brother!
I mention in the description that I play some of the keyboard parts just for some variation and a bit of fun. So yeah, that part there is just an added extra. :)
Now that you mention it, you are correct about the keyboard part on the guitar. Gives the song a different spin....all the same, I like the way you do it. Peace Brother!
love it man & great job ! hearing the original play in the background with you playing just added more to the gutar i loved it., Eddie was my favorite guitarist the reason I became obsessed with guitar, this was my favorite van halen song even above any David songs, mainly due to Eddies mastered art of guitar in every song but this specific song even the harmony has a meaning behind it. it suited perfectly for the ending of power rangers back in the day. seeing this makes want to pick my axe back up. been listening since I was young and in this song it still hits me hard when sammie sings out "because we belong in a world that must be strong" those words will always be true.
Well done. I played this song with my band back in ‘87. Pretty much the same way I played it. Amazing song on my favorite VH album. Sammy really brought the rock to that band. Glad they got rid of the spandex clown.
Brilliant cover! I love this and all your videos. Van Halen is by far my favourite band ever but I love your Def Leppard covers too. Keep up the great playing 👍👍
You are just mind blowing in your ability. Thank you so much for your uploads. I’d give (almost ) anything to have your gift. Super duper ability to replicate but my personal favourite facet is that you on occasion enhance with your own input Just great stuff. Cheers!
World turns black and white Pictures in an empty room Your love starts fallin' down Better change your tune Yeah You reach for the golden ring Reach for the sky Baby just spread your wings We'll get higher and higher Straight up we'll climb We'll get higher and higher Leave it all behind Run run runaway Like a train runnin' off the track Got the truth being left behind Falls between the cracks Standin' on broken dreams Never losin' sight Oh just spread your wings We'll get higher and higher Straight up we'll climb We'll get higher and higher Leave it all behind So baby dry your eyes Save all the tears you've cried Oh that's what dreams are made of Cause we belong in a world That must be strong Oh that what dreams are made of Solo Yeah we'll get higher and higher Straight up we'll climb Higher and higher Leave it all behind Oh we'll get higher and higher Who knows what we'll find ? So baby dry your eyes Save all the tears you've cried Oh that's what dreams are made of Oh baby we belong In a world that must be strong Oh that's what dreams are made of. 2nd solo And in the end On dreams we will depend Because that's what love is made of.
I immensely enjoyed your Solo Tips video of this song! This cover is most incredible. One thing I really, really enjoyed was the way you changed the chord phrasing throughout the song!! Your fills and leads were spot on target as well. I’ve probably watched this video 20 times at least. Doing my best to duplicate your phrasing.. slow progress though😂. Thanks again for this awesome contribution!
All your playing is sooo accurate. Never heard anyone play them better. Really enjoy listening to you. Wish I could play. I can't seem to even play 2 notes, let alone any song.
Ouch !!! A stellar performance once again....... You perfectly nailed Eddie's personal sense of time, as you described. That's what makes it sooo groovy... Kudos, and above all, inspiring. Your videos made me take my guitar to dig further more all these obscure Toto songs...
This guy can play...I think I have watched every cover because Def Leppard is my all time favorite. Very very talented and I wish I could play 1% as good so I have nothing but praise for his awesome talent. And with a lot of these covers u can't necessarily find them on RUclips so he is figuring it out on his own. Heck, half his Def Leppard covers I am guessing Phil doesn't remember off the top of his head how to play himself...
Very kind of you to say, thanks! There is no doubt a lot of stuff I get wrong, as over time I've heard new things and realised that I could play things differently. But that's the fun of it and that will always be the case when these videos stretch back to 2012.
I know I'm late to this party, but Dreams kicks so much ass. 5150 is the album I play the most, always start to finish. Great job!
Never too late for van halen! Party goes on
@MAXIMUM if you dig this, there are six previous records which will blow your mind. One of my faves is a little tune called “Girl Gone Bad”
So true. If there’s one song that sums up all of van Halen I believe it’s this one
You're spot-on Bro. This one is just an unbelievable piece of music, and song-writing. This song changed everything for me. 5150 changed everything. And this was my favorite tune off of it. Probably my favorite song of all time. What Edward came up with here, is just mind-blowing - still to this day. Rock on Bro.
Best album in their discography by a wide margin in my opinion. There’s no skips on 5150
When you see someone play this you see the genius of EVH can't believe he's gone
He may not be with us physically, but this video is proof that he’ll never be gone. Great music lives forever.
RIP Eddie. Your music goes on. Excellent cover.
Natural talent. Playing the guitar is like breathing for you. You make it look too easy.
Very kind Dan, thanks!
Agree with you
Being a musician, and doing it professionally we notice the talent in other players and notice the not so talented and critique. I've had the privilege of traveling all over this wonderful world all while playing music, so I seen many of the best players in person. I'm now including you on my personal favorite guitarists. Not just because you're talented with your playing, it's that you have technique correct to the way it's composed. Yeah could shred and change things on the fly, lots can. But doing covers accurate and tasteful, that's why I would put you on the list
Very kind of you to say Troy, thanks!!!
@@bwm5150 ,
Such an awesome cover !!!! 👍 😎
I agree entirely. Love listening to your stuff. Sammy Hagar, are you listening???
Eddie's death took a huge chunk out of mine and my son's lives. Your cover gives us hope in a cruel and unforgiving world. Thank you.
Ugh I know, I was devasted when I heard he passed. It's so weird to think, people all around the world are so sad to hear when a celebrity dies, such as Eddie, when they barley know the person in general. Random thought there, lol. I guess that just proves how talented he is! I hope I can tour around the world one day, like he did. That'd be cool.
@@drumstixx1976 If we don’t care about anything in this world, nothing makes us happy, what’s the point of life at all?
Still trying to figure that out. I’ll let you know if I ever acquire that knowledge. Do the same for me please.
Great music defies time and death. A piece of him will live forever, so long as there are willing ears.
I still find it hard not tear up when I listen to anything EVH. That solo was on point. Same with the end solo. I'll keep coming back.
Fav Era of VH
Now that EVH is gone...my soul just hurts. I'm not really knowledgable in music. But I grew up with him. Just a huge fan. I always LOVED this song. So inspiring. And Sammy is great on vocals.
Man you made this look easy. The fact you even tried to replicate EVH's tone and technique is amazing in it's own right. The cool thing is you did an outstanding job. Well done!
This song always reminds me of just how happy and how much I enjoyed the power rangers movie as a kid. Rest in power Jason David Frank. Gone but most definitely not forgotten.
6 years later I still listen to this cover when I want to hear an instrumental cover, I even prefer it over the original. Eddie would have been so proud to see this and hear that tone.
Incredibly kind, thank you!
WOW......Thanks, buddy. Made my day !!!!!!! R.I.P. Eddie. Gone, but NEVER to be forgotten.......
Wow, you amaze me again, specially because you read my mind, and pick all the songs I like the most.
Thank you once more, you nailed it ,
Bravo, maestro.
Thanks Patricio!
Outstanding!! God 🙏✝️ bless you Edward Van Halen ✝️🙏❤️
RIP Eddie
Wow, especially the solo is played really nice and relaxed. Well done 👏👏👏
Listen man, your hard work and dedication through the years, has NEVER stopped amazing me! Thank you from AMERICA
Very kind, thanks from Scotland!
@@bwm5150 your very welcome! My father( Thompson ) was born in Scotland, I just found that out this year! “”BELTER”.
Dude it doesn't even look like you're trying. How long have you been playing guitar? You're crazy talented, my guy.
Very kind thanks, 14 years at the time of this vid.
Been listening to this several times in a row. Such a great cover, mate. My fave Van Hagar song!
I often wonder if guys that play like you so effortlessly, went through the same obstacles that the rest of went through, like getting your fingers trained to for a G-chord or D-Chord, or did your finger just automatically feel comfortable in those positions. I remember when I first started playing, dang near forcing my fingers to form a D-Chord, and G-Chord, then moving from those 2 positions back and forth for what seemed like hours before It felt comfortable. F-Chord still doesn’t feel as comfortable as it should. Anyway, great playing.
@@themurphrees3795 of course, it’s all muscle memory and it takes time to get your fingers used to doing things they’ve never done before. As much as it’s important to keep practicing, it’s also important to have breaks when building it up.
This dude is a phenomenon. Crazy gifted and rare. I love him but he makes me want to burn my guitars. I can’t make them sound anything like he makes his. Lol.
One of the best I've seen! Never stop playing bro
Your bloody great your videos make my day every time I watch then loved the Chesney hawks respect man
Friggin’ awesome, buddy! Hella job! My favorite band and guitarist and you killed it!
There are a lot of covers of this song on YT. This one is my favorite because you play the keyboard chords instead of constantly barre chording through the verse and chorus like everyone else. It sounds much fuller and brings it to life. I don't think Eddie even did that live. The effortless but restrained wizardry is also inspiring to watch! Nice Job!
Very kind, thanks Sonny!
Nailed all the solo's, outstanding!
Why the heck did it take me 40 years to discover this band? I guess all it took was the suitable guitar cover. You're one hell of a talent. 👍
You mean you've not heard of Van Halen?
@@robeddy3722 I can NOT imagine life without the mighty Van Halen. It just wouldn't be the same.
😂 I just knew the band by their actual name, never gotten the chance of really listening to them, though. 😅
@@MissMoon-Meedang Better late than never you have alot of music to listen too i recommend starting from the Dave years lol
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Just simply awesome, Ben!!! One of my all-time favorite Van Halen songs and you nailed it in every way!
Thanks again Jeff!!! :)
I'm not one to push hyperbole, nor am I one to accept it. Hands down, this is one of my favorite RUclips videos. Well done ninja!
Absolute beast on that guitar fella. Loved the cover!
Just how man, I have been trying this song for the last 2 years but u nailed it bro
It’s certainly a challenge, keep at it! Thanks!
I like the second turn of the intro and after solo when you switch the keyboard chords. As always awesome!
I see a lot of talented guitarists covering songs but unfortunately they just dont have "the look".
Metal/rock to me is very much a visual art as it is a performance art.
You have the gift of both kid. You really should pursue this.
I've gone down possible an inescapable rabbit hole on your page ..... wow this is so good. Kudos .... major kudos to you, you make it look so effortless. Well done.
Nailed it! Everything, all of the nuances, great touch!
Absolutely fantastic playing. Love these VH songs. Sammy is such a great singer.
One of my favourite Van Halen tracks beautifully done in your usual precise guitar playing, this and Panama are great Van Halen tracks to play, unfortunately I am not near as good as you but you have a great choice of many of my favourite tracks of all time. Superb job, well done my friend!!!
Cheers Paul! I hope to get back to more VH soon
Dude that's fucking awesome! Sammy's voice is incredible on this track. I've covered some hagar vocals but this song jumps out of my range at least 3 times.
Great job one of my favorites Eddie would be proud RIP King Edward.
Very impressive chops!! Thanks for sharing!!
very nice. just had this cranking through the speakers in the garden!
I'm glad I found your channel bwm5150.One thing about the music I loved during the 80s,it always put a smile on my face.Watching you play these awesome songs makes me smile and remember a time in my life that was incredible to live through.Thanks man,you truly are a gifted guitarist.
Thanks for the kind words Ed! It's always humbling to hear that these videos can be enjoyed by others on that level. :)
That's what music did for many of us kids who were teens and older in the 80's.It was a release valve for us to blow off steam.I never learned to play,but always used music to brighten my day.
You have a gift bro,you're playing is spot on.I look forward to more videos from you.
Thanks again Ed!
Love that guitar and the charvel . 24 frets is the way to go. I've seen all your videos, several times each.
I also have to say, Eddie has done some of my favorite guitar solos in rock in the whole of the 1980's! They have a "wow"quality that is uniquely his and always blows me away. He is one f*** of a player! 😀😀
The beginning of the Song is so powerful
Your Jackson screams ... Very special and wonderful Cover
This song has amazing melody. Great cover!
You know the EVH rhythm. Few people know that. Wow, bro. 👌
Dude, you pick the BEST tunes to cover. Between this and your Animal demo cover, I love them. Always great work.
By far the best cover Ive seen yet
Very kind, thanks!
It is the BEST cover. No question.
One word....WOW!
Bravo! As always, extremely well done.
Holy crap man, get out of the bedroom and get on stage!! Bravo!!
I listen to your play every day. I like Steve Lukaser play however through your play I could recognized Eddi Van Halen’s talent. Thank you very much !
Very kind, thank you!
That is so incredibly solid. Eddie is a hard artist to replicate and do justice to, but you did amazing. Just goes to show how good the top rock guitarists really were when it leaves you with calluses.
One of the best Eddie's composition!!! It's simple amazing, congratulations, u r a great guitar player
Great job again! Love this cover👍👌
My favorite Van Halen song! Love to hear you playing
OMG YASSSSSS THIS IS MY FAV VAN HALEN SONG
Josef Campos Hey, I think I know you :-)
Mackenroll nope
Josef Campos love this song but i love humans being also
This is do awesome. Rhythm and lead are crunchy, fluid and precise. Good work my man 🎸
Dude, nailed it once again. Bloody brilliant job now lets have a crack at 5150 from Live without a net! You would kill that bad boy
I’ve been counting… sort of😂 I’ve watched this video over 100 times! Love it!
When I hear the part at :45, to my ears you are doing the song not only justice but the right way. Other versions I've heard, pass over this part of the song. Thank you brother!
I mention in the description that I play some of the keyboard parts just for some variation and a bit of fun. So yeah, that part there is just an added extra. :)
Now that you mention it, you are correct about the keyboard part on the guitar. Gives the song a different spin....all the same, I like the way you do it. Peace Brother!
Beautiful . I love that song, you play awesome congrats
Such an amazing cover to a great song. Thanks again and keep them coming!
love it man & great job ! hearing the original play in the background with you playing just added more to the gutar i loved it., Eddie was my favorite guitarist the reason I became obsessed with guitar, this was my favorite van halen song even above any David songs, mainly due to Eddies mastered art of guitar in every song but this specific song even the harmony has a meaning behind it. it suited perfectly for the ending of power rangers back in the day. seeing this makes want to pick my axe back up. been listening since I was young and in this song it still hits me hard when sammie sings out "because we belong in a world that must be strong" those words will always be true.
You’re unbelivable
Man this song brings back some memories. Sounded perfect!
Great guitarist, particularly love your def leopard stuff but your effects are always spot on and I don’t know how you do it haha
Very kind Ben, cheers!!!
Well done. I played this song with my band back in ‘87. Pretty much the same way I played it. Amazing song on my favorite VH album. Sammy really brought the rock to that band. Glad they got rid of the spandex clown.
Great as always and very smooth
Very accurate! RIP Eddieㅜ.ㅜ
Well...that was freakin' perfect!
Boy got skills,nails Leppard down pat,another GREAT video,keep em comin' brother from down under!
Brilliant cover! I love this and all your videos. Van Halen is by far my favourite band ever but I love your Def Leppard covers too. Keep up the great playing 👍👍
I ve Always loved this track.
Just nailed it!!!! Great playing there :)
I never get tired of this VH song! Great cover.
Oh ok thanks I'm going too keep listening too you your very good. I love 5150 and the song Dreams
You are just mind blowing in your ability.
Thank you so much for your uploads. I’d give (almost ) anything to have your gift.
Super duper ability to replicate but my personal favourite facet is that you on occasion enhance with your own input Just great stuff. Cheers!
World turns black and white
Pictures in an empty room
Your love starts fallin' down
Better change your tune
Yeah You reach for the golden ring
Reach for the sky
Baby just spread your wings
We'll get higher and higher
Straight up we'll climb
We'll get higher and higher
Leave it all behind
Run run runaway
Like a train runnin' off the track
Got the truth being left behind
Falls between the cracks
Standin' on broken dreams
Never losin' sight
Oh just spread your wings
We'll get higher and higher
Straight up we'll climb
We'll get higher and higher
Leave it all behind
So baby dry your eyes
Save all the tears you've cried
Oh that's what dreams are made of
Cause we belong in a world
That must be strong
Oh that what dreams are made of
Solo
Yeah we'll get higher and higher
Straight up we'll climb
Higher and higher
Leave it all behind
Oh we'll get higher and higher
Who knows what we'll find ?
So baby dry your eyes
Save all the tears you've cried
Oh that's what dreams are made of
Oh baby we belong
In a world that must be strong
Oh that's what dreams are made of.
2nd solo
And in the end
On dreams we will depend
Because that's what love is made of.
I immensely enjoyed your Solo Tips video of this song! This cover is most incredible. One thing I really, really enjoyed was the way you changed the chord phrasing throughout the song!! Your fills and leads were spot on target as well. I’ve probably watched this video 20 times at least. Doing my best to duplicate your phrasing.. slow progress though😂. Thanks again for this awesome contribution!
Very pleased to hear! Thanks! Keep playing and it will come. Just takes a lot of muscle memory.
Thanks for the kind response. I appreciate the encouragement! ❤
Dude, one of my most favorite Van Halen covers on RUclips right now. Definitely looking forward to more covers by YOU.
Very kind thanks! I've done a handful of Van Halen over the years, and hope to do more.
All your playing is sooo accurate. Never heard anyone play them better. Really enjoy listening to you. Wish I could play. I can't seem to even play 2 notes, let alone any song.
My favorite song off 5150!
Man, this brings me chills on my neck amazing tone, techniques, and attitude! Certified Badaxx love your beautiful Jackson ax too
Ouch !!! A stellar performance once again....... You perfectly nailed Eddie's personal sense of time, as you described. That's what makes it sooo groovy... Kudos, and above all, inspiring. Your videos made me take my guitar to dig further more all these obscure Toto songs...
💥 There’s Guitarists and Then There’s Great Guitarists 🎸 You Are Very Gifted💥
Nice job! I just got the keys part down and memorized. Now to get this part and move on to the next song…maybe Jump or Panama. Thanks for sharing!
that feeling like the cover is better than the original.👍👍👍
This guy can play...I think I have watched every cover because Def Leppard is my all time favorite. Very very talented and I wish I could play 1% as good so I have nothing but praise for his awesome talent. And with a lot of these covers u can't necessarily find them on RUclips so he is figuring it out on his own. Heck, half his Def Leppard covers I am guessing Phil doesn't remember off the top of his head how to play himself...
Very kind of you to say, thanks! There is no doubt a lot of stuff I get wrong, as over time I've heard new things and realised that I could play things differently. But that's the fun of it and that will always be the case when these videos stretch back to 2012.
Best anything on RUclips. You're a badass who appreciates great music. God Bless You sir!!!
One of my all time favourite tunes. Love this version. Check out the version with the Blue Angels....... So cool
Super tight cover man
Love this song got a great feel and perfect solo
That tone! 😍
Love Van Halen, Eddie played with heaps of feel, even in his rhythm parts....
Incredible version best I've heard and I'm from the start of Van Halen great job My friend 🤟🤟
It’s awesome!!! My deepest respect to you man!!!
The type of songs your playing are my generation man...college and post-graduate years
Blown away. Wow💣