Dragon - young years (1988)

[@truespyfan]

Someone get me a 1 way ticket back to the 80s... Who wants in...

[@robb5681]

ME SAY WHEN I AM THERE

[@cindygirlification]

I’ll take us back to Cramer’s Nightspot Preston for a Dragon gig 1984 in my LX Torana 🙏💋

[@edwardpootchemunka2061]

Me those where my young years 1980 I was 15 years old now in 2020 I'm 55 years old wow wish I could turn back the time

[@truespyfan]

@@cindygirlification Bet you wish you still had the LX!!!!

[@lynettebaxter2101]

If only we could ❤️

[@b.manowar3692]

When there was no traffic on a Sunday . Kids roamed streets, cricket, bmx's ... it's not cox i'm older , it really was a better time. And music like this just added to it .

[@1sydman1]

Yep, when men were men and women were women and oz was oz

[@roo1773]

Couldn't agree more now we have card I B God help us

[@gerardedwards1980]

I was born in 1976..so i know what you mean.. The 80s were special..thank you for your comments its made my night..⛤✌

[@b.manowar3692]

Gerard Edwards cheers mate . Today's youth miss out so much on what it means to be young and free . No distractions , no social media , Hey hey it's Saturday - family and friends night . I could go on and on reminiscing the good ol days . 👍🍻

[@michaelhart5886]

@@b.manowar3692 how good was daryl and ossie ostrich

[@manuelastorga2493]

So many great bands in Australia/NZ in the 80s. We had no idea how lucky we were.

[@Arev1978]

100% grew up in the best years. My kids have missed out on a youth I cherish.

[@johnrusanow3494]

Extremely lucky 🙏

[@Arev1978]

A.D mum I'm not missing out on anything, I love commenting on your phone

[@stevenwebb3634]

Absolutely. Wish I realised I grew up in the best era .

[@peterhiggins7563]

Yes, standing half metre from Jimmy Barnes, Richard Clapton, now looking back I had no idea how great these bands were.

[@MarcoReviews745Cameras]

Amazing stuff. Massive in Australia then. Thanks NZ,

[@1sydman1]

We will never hear songs like this again. RIP Marc Hunter

[@paulkaredis6713]

Takes me back to a different time, when life was better. Me and my bro on the beach as young boy's take me home. Miss you bro. BATOS LOCOS 4Eva Bro

[@TheBeachcomber100]

@drew sale Alan Mansfield, Sharon O'Neill wrote The Young Years :)

[@TheBeachcomber100]

@drew saleThey also wrote, Runaway. Not many people seem to know this. :) I do a lot of research on Kiwi/Aussie music . I come across lots of unknow facts.

[@laurencecooper7476]

true Donald:)

[@craighumphries7761]

It's sad ay

[@mel16474]

This has to be one of the greatest Kiwi songs of all time, a testament to the depth of talent in our little country at the bottom of the world. RIP Marc Hunter, taken from us far too soon like so many others 😔😔 but their magical tunes will be in our minds & hearts forever! 🎤🎸🎹🎧🇳🇿

[@angryhorse36]

Great Music

[@gmanning8771]

love that so much as a Kiwi as well as a Bass player born in NZ always a kiwi

[@johnbullock8235]

Spot on. It is huge for its sentiment and sentiment.

[@Wedget]

Great kiwi song and as an Aussie I bloody love it as well, brings back memories of mateship and loyalty as 18 year old mates sitting around a fire drinking too much grog and listening to cassettes,thanks for sharing this video as so many awesome memories come back 💯💥🤣🤣

[@Bettyfriday44]

Love.this..sogns❤❤❤❤

[@edwardpootchemunka2061]

Those where my young years Back 1980 I was 15 years old now 2020 I'm 55 years old still Listening to the 1970s & 1980s songs wish I could turn back the time

[@dombarton2483]

You said it so well!!

[@edwardpootchemunka2061]

Thanks Dom Barton thanks for the comment mate

[@edwardpootchemunka2061]

@@dombarton2483 thanks for the comment mate take care N stay safe

[@dombarton2483]

@@edwardpootchemunka2061 You too bud!

[@tonymellow9578]

Totally agree.I was 18 in 1980 now 2021 I'm 59 and this song takes me back to the days of Countdown with Molly Meldrum and the great aussie and N.Z bands around that time.

[@markschollum1025]

I'm okay with getting older now because it meant I lived through the 70s and 80s, and I got to listen to fantastic music like this everyday

[@TheMindscaper]

Such a kind gentle soul. I delivered bread to his home in the early 90’s, shortly before he passed. I’d always tell him of my love of his and Dragon’s music, his gentle smile is forever etched upon my mind.

[@seekah1]

Nice

[@timedison6687]

He lived up at Avalon I think!? 👍

[@TheMindscaper]

@@timedison6687 Yes! He wasn't very well, but still ... he was very kind and spent a little time telling me hilarious anecdotes of his time in the music industry. In fact, I visited his grave down in Gerrigong, close to where THIS film clip was made! I pray he rests easy.

[@pauljordan4452]

Seemed a lovely man.

[@andrewreed1329]

@@TheMindscaperoh sweet

[@kymba9587]

Ive loved this song since I was a kid, but once you get to a certain age the lyrics really hit home 💕

[@danielbasford5748]

So true Kymba.

[@benhockings1045]

Same. I’ve know about Dragon since I was young, but it’s only now that I’m “discovering” them.

[@juniornutshell]

What an awful awakening.

[@benhockings1045]

@@juniornutshell lol good one

[@joejons8304]

No argument here, and certainly the best era for music.

[@jagworthm8611]

It doesnt matter to me, I am not a Kiwi, I am 78 now & it still rates as one of my all time favorites ...

[@totalmynamejeffharry9053]

When these legends wrote this song, they probably didn't realise what it would mean to us now.

[@larrybellshaw1467]

Legends they are, and it's a generation-defining song, but credit to Sharon O'Neill who co-wrote this 80s anthem. Thanks Maxine.

[@ed2345]

The way those brothers look at each other is so beautiful Poor Todd must miss Marc so much

[@tracyparker129]

He certainly does miss him…they had a great affection for each other

[@petaclack4646]

Yes he would. Very sad having have your 3 brothers all die so young & yourself only living one .

[@tracyparker129]

Hé certainly does mate

[@ed2345]

@@tracyparker129 do you know him?

[@pauljordan4452]

​@@petaclack4646 Same thing happened to Sir Barry Gibb of course.

[@horseshoe182]

great to see the brothers in this clip, condolences

[@worland322575269]

This song was released just after my dad went into hospital for the last time. It makes me think of him. I miss him immensely.😢😢😢

[@Wedget]

Hold on to your memories mate and when times are tough listen to this song, I often replay it when times r tough for me👍👍

[@butchbortic5115]

So So TRUE Bro Never Forget Our Loved Ones @@Wedget

[@bradteddy3645]

I'm sorry for your loss my brother. My dad also loved this song, he passed away listening to this song.😢

[@carlywarly4853]

Can’t help the tears when I hear this beautiful song❤️🎵❤️

[@gerardedwards1980]

I know what you mean ❤❤❤❤❤

[@dombarton2483]

One of the best songs ever !

[@noelmurphy406]

Nostalgia overload 👌 Happy Xmas all 🇮🇪

[@catalindanutvasile4953]

O voce buna

[@ollo7711]

Absolutely love this song and have tears too thinking of those golden days at boarding school in Brisbane. Best days!

[@asherouk7308]

Australia in 1988 was a paradise.

[@acidscar815]

It still is paradise, Have you left since 1988

[@jasonlee7816]

@@acidscar815 the paradise disappeared in the early, mid, late 1990’s or 2010’s

[@peterbozich4433]

It was paradise, not now.

[@rossyeaah]

Still is a paradise for us in our young years, too bad you don't feel the same!

[@lynburt6414]

🌏

[@peterjames174]

I remember Mark doing an interview I thing aca , he struggled to talk because of his cancer , it was heartbreaking, dragon had some really good songs that will be listened to twenty years from now, classic.

[@yogadork3943]

Felt abit teary listening to this.Wish sometimes I could zap myself back in time.

[@Nitewatch-xc9yz]

Me too ,, me too,,, simple great times

[@iwillnotcomply2002]

God bless u mate ...me too lets go !!

[@iwillnotcomply2002]

@Giorgi V onya mate so good to know I'm not alone 80's rocker.god bless

[@kymba9587]

Worrrrddd 👊🏻😔

[@Chartastic7806]

So do I so much!!

[@rubytuesday1345]

Just a fantastic track. Makes me feel so nostalgic. Check out their album Bondi Road.

[@boomcrashbaby]

Jesus. Almost 30 years have gone by. This beautiful, soulfull song is way too close to the bone now.

[@cloudattack3279]

Well said mate. Marc was truly unique. Superbly written by Sharon and Al, thank god Farnham didn't catch on to this one when they were writing it...I feel what people say...so many musos have passed away...but only Marc do I weep for and miss...cheers

[@Chartastic7806]

I know, I'm so sad about him being gone, I was upset when I found out! I get upset also for Michael

[@denisbellars9260]

Charleen , agree about Michael he was one of best ever !

[@1971RobM]

All I can say boomcrashbaby, is yep.

[@jamcofec]

Really resonates doesn't it. Beautiful, prescient lyrics and melody. And it must be very special for Todd to have this.

[@adambess8]

There’s just something about this song that causes a deep feeling of nostalgia in me. Like dwelling on the past, knowing that the best days of your life are most likely over, but carrying on anyway ... 😔

[@VincentItta]

Was 16 when I first heard and loved it,now I'm 50 and it still brings back the best of my young years.

[@BigJohn616]

On this day in 1989, the Dragon single “Young Years” debuted on the Australian charts (April 17) The song was from Dragon’s ninth studio album “Bondi Road”, which was the last album of new material to be released during Marc Hunter's lifetime. It was also Dragon’s final Top 40 hit, peaking at #13 in New Zealand and #18 in Australia. The song was written by Dragon keyboard player Alan Mansfield, and Sharon O’Neill. In the context of Marc Hunter’s death less than ten years later, the poignant lyrics looking back carry an extra emotional layer, which struck a chord with many fans… That’s Wendy Matthews on backing vocals, and Tommy Emmanuel on guitar.

[@Mike-sh2cb]

Cheers John for this great info! Marc Hunter was unique. Dragon was Marc. Legend!

[@andrewreed1329]

Yeah it’s like an epitaph on his career

[@dalefisher1316]

Awesome song awesome group Marc was a very talented singer sadly he passed away well before his time. This song evokes so many memories of some great times in life, I know the band has soldiered on with Mark Williams on vocals and I'm glad they have but Marc Hunter will never forgotten.

[@paulcooke5241]

I've watched this a thousand times such a strong powerful voice 😇😃

[@sammmeasles6231]

Love Marc & Dragon so much. I met him back in the early 1980's in Kings Cross. My sister & I were in a coffee shop & in walked Marc with a friend. Nowhere to sit so he asked if he could share our table!! I calmly said yes but was so excited at age 16. Marc was so lovely. We talked for hours !! And he bought us lunch. When we parted ways my older sister asked me "who the f*** was that". Yes, true story. My sister committed suicide December 27th so I am in tears when I watch Dragon vids as they take me back to that amazing, funny & beautiful memory. Love them both & miss them so much.

[@elizabethcowden9162]

My Son used to serve him in a bottle shop in the Cross.

[@johnivi6480]

2 years today Dad. Love and miss you.

[@johnperks8620]

One of New Zealand's finest, Marc you were taken far too young, RIP. Greetings from Oz.

[@swalke]

Time takes it’s toll, and it took it fast! Awesome line

[@nickbanhidy7262]

Timeless Music. Marc was an exceptional artist.

[@truespyfan]

Extremely underrated I'd say... his voice is so unique and awesome.

[@danielgurney5264]

Remember buyn the cassette tape Early teens. Something bout em. Still feel it, late 40s ♡

[@philglobalnomad]

I remember cruising the strand in Townsville in the commodore boot full of beer partying with my mates, I miss the eighties send me back, please!

[@zaklinasosa5821]

What a great song from a great band! Still ROCKS! Miss you madly our late great Mr Marc Hunter❤

[@roypeterson9793]

This touches every part of my soul. So grateful for music like this 😉

[@josephhona1626]

"Sometimes the good cannot die young". But they do unfortunately. We lost Mark Hunter way too soon. Rest in peace bro! 💙😔

[@serenawoodleigh3059]

May2019 lost my dad back in 2005 this song reminds me of him miss him so fucking much

[@DavidandAntheaFryar]

This brilliant song along with Springsteens Glory Day and Mellencamps the real life take me back to the 80s and a better life.

[@tonyitalia1411]

Brings a tear 😢to my eyes remembering the good times of the 80’s and 90’s

[@jamcofec]

Magnificent, prescient, soulful song. Thank you. Rest in Peace Marc.

[@energy.poleriser]

The Hunter boys and the Finn brothers. Not bad for a little country like New Zealand ♥️

[@brucebird133]

I'd say outstanding really!

[@annekerr1729]

Here here!!!!! 👍💖

[@victorsmith5699]

Yeah and both of those bands only had success and only known because of Australia. NZ was, is,and always will be a sihthole. If they didn't move to AUS and play here they would be unknown.

[@cascade3769]

Please don't forget the super talented Hume brothers.

[@cascade3769]

​@@victorsmith5699A shithole? NZ is always rated a more beautiful country than Australia. Heard of the Southern Alps or Milford Sound?

[@DriXXXoN]

love this song makes me think of days gone by

[@truespyfan]

agree

[@lynburt6414]

🌏

[@susiemc23861]

Brilliant time when music was MUSIC...and meant something...love this song and lyrics...and of course means alot more the older you are ;)

[@gordonwaye4186]

I'm 58 now and still love Dragon

[@LoomFactor]

I am still loving these tunes so many years later. Thank you Dragon.

[@CraigHumphries-d9v]

Awesome song awesome singer rip brother

[@jacquelinepalmer9455]

nothing better to do during lock-down in NZ than playing good music taking me back to my young years

[@claytonpascoe480]

I love Dragon. Long live the Hunter Brothers and their band. They rock.

[@aximusroh6453]

Indeed those where our young years. Ahhhh the memories 🤗 The 80's, what a blast 🔥..... Thank you Todd. Rip Marc 👍

[@daylerichards1420]

Sun, sand, great songs like this wanna make me go back in time and re live the youth

[@jasedc958]

Such a huge loss on the Australian music scene, lucky enough to see Dragon play live in 1988 at the Patch beachclub Gold Coast when I was 15 and they went off

[@cascade3769]

NZ band.

[@Whatever4566pp]

Listened to this song about 30 times already and still not sick of it.👍

[@cherylhowell7534]

Time takes it's toll Took it fast secret meetings at the river river's bend simple days when I called you friend. Came a time We went separate ways Those were our young years..miss you RR x

[@ericharrison7]

What a beautiful song. How are you doing. Good to meet you here. Hope your days been good?

[@cherylhowell7534]

@@ericharrison7 thank you! Tomorrow will be better day...always posative im learning that much in my older yrs.☮

[@ericharrison7]

@@cherylhowell7534 you are welcome Cheryl. Greeting from New York. Where are you watching from.?

[@stephaniepowell2270]

I adore this song - takes me back to my young years!!!

[@edwardpootchemunka8027]

This song brings back good memories 👍

[@666theninja]

Love this Song, used to give this song a beating on the Jukebox in 1989 to the 1990's in Hunters Hotel, Oh them Young Years. RIP Marc Hunter

[@susanabra3995]

He was a great singer wish I was young again

[@ericharrison7]

You are right. Absolutely one of my favourite. How are you doing. Good to meet you here. Hope your days been good?

[@michellelittle9184]

Dragon were my favourite band when I was a teen. Had all their albums, & knew every song. I had the biggest crush on Marc, & was so sad when he passed away. The music lives on as his legacy.

[@adrianbarney9975]

I grew up with this deadly song,I still play IT today

[@erikamccormack9563]

Absolutely loved this song and still do. It's a forever one for me and still keep listening to it over and over

[@shankphadke]

Was in my early 30s when this song was on the top of the charts in Sydney Australia. I was so happy.

[@paulgore1237]

Brilliant.

[@davidpearce6375]

Every time I hear this song I think I'm back in the 80's & I enjoy my era

[@jojenssen1868]

Awesome band with Mark and his brother the songs live on 2023 and have been to two of the concerts recently. Awesome as 👌

[@dj7476]

I'm currently learning this classic to do a playalong on the Bass, such a powerful song that hits close:-) RIP Marc Hunter

[@gwb2012]

Thank you again Sharon O''neill and Dragon!!

[@deekaye25]

Great song from a simpler time in Oz!

[@alexhodge9914]

Thanks, words want’t explain; only kiwis and Aussies get it; turn it up and send it back

[@damiandaly8552]

Just loved Marc Hunters performances. Saw Dragon at the Palace St Kilda a long time ago and never forget the energy that night. Gone too soon...

[@MattyFromAustralia]

what a beautiful song.. I'm 43 and the 80s and 90s were an amazing time to grow up. Wish we oould go back

[@Darbymitch101]

Yes sir!

[@lynburt6414]

🌏

[@cascade3769]

Na I don't want to be a virgin again.

[@balgowlahsportsinjuryphysi5662]

This is Dragon at its best. It was a great time in Australia to be young

[@nancynewman8928]

When I was a teenager Marc Hunter used to dance with me at Blacktown RSL 😉♥️

[@b-dogs1038]

crikey, that’s some memories. I’m sure he was a character

[@lynburt6414]

🌏

[@mascmedia_]

I love this song so much. Always have to turn this one up, and sing along rather badly

[@iwillnotcomply2002]

Your not alone!! 1980's soul music now

[@lynburt6414]

🌏

[@moscato9744]

Bloody GREAT Song, Miss you Mark.

[@deannewoodman7317]

Grew up with your music R I P gone but not forgotten

[@carolinecochrane4872]

So love dragon love all the songs will always keep playing these. Hits

[@Lee_Sunny_74]

This is such an epic song ❤ Marc Hunter what a legend!!! Love, love, love this!!! ❤

[@JH-ye9bw]

Remember those young days. Oh I do. Miss your music. RIP Your music lives on.

[@ollo7711]

Absolutely love this song and have tears thinking of those golden days at boarding school in Brisbane. Best days!

[@michaeljackson7197]

Brings it back doesn’t it guys.👍

[@dragan3290]

I remember listening to this song as a young man, I'm 50 now and just when this started playing. I'm looking at my 20 year old son and instant memory of being a young man!!! Doesn't help the fact he is a splitting image of me! Lol 😂.

[@michaelwilson8760]

Sums up a genre, an epoch, a synergy of freedom, love, lust and epic drum beats! Bravo, live on, do it all again

[@cloudattack3279]

When Santo from the d-gen ripped this in 5 in a row it was comic genius. Mick Molloy nailed Marc's flaring coat actions..with the gap in his front teeth you could fit a dollar full of two bobs in, but Santo with Todd's grey hair, trenchcoat and munching on a chiko roll it was the funniest shit I had ever seen. They both jumped and a huge piece of tree fell 😂😂😂 No offence, RIP Marc you are missed every day by many...💔

[@jacquelinepalmer1630]

Such a great song -special memories of our younger years I would do it all again

[@nickskops7685]

Will always be one of my favourite songs. Rip Legend 💙

[@balgowlahsportsinjuryphysi5662]

it was just the best time ever when I was kid. You could see Dragon Mondo Rock Crowded House, the Oils. Ever Friday and Saturday night was band night. Your eyes would still be ringing till Sunday morning. As Richard Clapton sang..don't waste time these are the best years of our lives.

[@cristinesavvas4700]

Beautiful song reminds me of my child hood day s

[@matthewcruett5061]

Absolute legends !!!

[@markgrech9512]

Song that make you reminisce like this one make you feel happy !!

[@jammski64]

So sadly missed.

[@oliviarusso128]

Another great song from Dragon.

[@timothywinch2694]

What a great band & to see them live was even better

[@EdgarRavizzoni]

Grande Música muito Show

[@kris4362]

Always brings a tear to the eye (FF cse at Nowra) ...... RIP Mark 😢

[@gabbiejeffrey5313]

Miss Marc hunter loved Dragon, this was one of my most favourites songs growing up and forever xxx

[@darrendobson2442]

I can still remember when this was first released.

[@andrewreed1329]

Epic song, great vocals and musicianship

[@kiwilonewolf]

One of the great Kiwi bands!

[@sunflowerguy5314]

Pavlova,Great Aussie dessert;)

[@victorsmith5699]

Who are only famous because of Australia. NZ was, is, and always will be a sihthole. If Dragon didn't move to AUS and play here they would have been unknown.

[@kiwilonewolf]

@@victorsmith5699 way to live up to a stereotype

[@victorsmith5699]

@@kiwilonewolf The truth is a dirty thing to grasp. 💯%

[@SandraGlover-f1e]

Takes me back, too a time! "Sweethearts, Cabramatta".. Celebration, good times, good memories, before, life, got jaded... R.I.P. Marc Hunter

[@peterbozich4433]

I always enjoyed seeing Dragon when they came to Perth, remember seeing them on a cold winter's night at Christie's Scarborough, a memorable gig.

[@Ash8631]

Still brings tears 😭 listening to this