Don Henley “The Boys of Summer” Live on the Howard Stern Show (2015)

[@richardoki8320]

35 summers later this song still gives me the chills.

[@gaiabeleza]

This version was mind blowing!!!!!!

[@mariolessenich3140]

I love this Song.... Wonderfull Version.

[@Crystal-ge9gh]

Same

[@PatMcAnn]

Classic. It's aged way better than HS.

[@joshuawhite4537]

72+35=??

[@Fast_Eddie_]

Some days I wish I could go back in life. Not to change anything, but to feel a few things twice.

[@kamuelalee]

Nice comment, peace!!

[@MissionFreiheit]

Music makes this possible for me sometimes...

[@MrBillcale]

me too brother there are so many young girls i'd lve to feel again just send me back 40 years for one weekend, i'd give up al my days just for one last view of san francisco from the roof of the hamms brwery

[@roadbellator19delta]

Well said brother!

[@samandjennysambrook]

Wow if only.. Me you and countless millions more dear friend. This is no dress rehearsal, live +make memories, its all we can hope for. ☺

[@bkkphoto]

Why did the summers in the 80’s always seem to last forever ? One of my all time favourites.

[@JoAnnChamness-xf8lq]

Indeed.

[@davidyoung8120]

That’s life 👍

[@rosiep3209]

Because you were younger🙄

[@bkkphoto]

@ 🥰

[@peter12246]

Beautiful song! Whoever is reading this, have a great weekend!

[@maengun2091]

You as well Peter. Thanks

[@tomunderwood6367]

You to man

[@legin3753]

u2 man

[@ProjectPhenix]

right back atcha

[@dannycrockett9878]

Peter ... You too, Pete. Happy Labor Day at ya, brother.

[@mariacastillo5625]

Being old hurts. Too many memories. Thanks, Don.

[@tb9489]

Wow, what a great way to put it..very true unfortunately

[@tientrinh943]

It hurts ?

[@roadrunner7218]

No, no, no. You gotta love those memories. Growing old is a gift which is not bestowed on everyone.

[@phlhoran12396]

@@roadrunner7218 Nice.

[@heycarter]

Being old is a beautiful luxury, but definitely hurts at times. I agree.

[@benpierce2202]

How does Don Henley keep from crying when he sings this song this way? I can't.

[@kevbhoy05]

Listen to david fords cover.🤔

[@LostinMIA]

guilty

[@dman9582]

The part where he sings “but sometimes I miss you babe “ kills me every time.

[@LostinMIA]

@@BBPalmer420 lol

[@atravelerofbothtimespace4172]

Bcuz he's a psychopath.

[@druchumley4571]

Can we get some love for the incomparable Mike Campbell? He has written some of the greatest guitar parts in history. He NEVER wastes a note.

[@georgejungle2255]

The dirty knobber

[@stephenhatwell8607]

A legend👍😎

[@mr.smithgnrsmith7808]

Top 10 all time rock guitarist

[@lostboys-niagarapartyband1915]

Mike always payed the most tasteful parts, always served the song. A great but under-rated musician!

[@rickniemeyer6935]

TruDat!

[@robertholland9651]

One of the best voices to ever sing any song Don Henley.

[@jacobdueholm9855]

Dear Lord, this version is magnificent🤩

[@marihall5005]

I know!!! Hearing this for the first time❤❤❤

[@johnsmart964]

​@@marihall5005Exactly, we can only concur.

[@ghostwriter1415]

@@marihall5005 what time is it now (how many umpteenths? LOL!)? I've heard it at least ten time now, and it's only getting better. L/R

[@johndundis3271]

😊

[@TheSpud1129]

And he's only doing it because his voice has lost some of the upper register. Utterly brilliant.

[@time2chill121]

As a kid in the 80's we were blessed with hits every week. This was one of them.

[@Underhills]

I hear'ya!

[@donnaeast4845]

The 60's and 70's were some of my best days in life. And I'm not forgetting the 80's. I'm 71 now. How I miss those days.

[@jamesgunther3201]

Me too. I'm 60 this year. Born in 1964. I've lived in 7 states. Love this music.

[@jojotheicb5138]

Thanks for showing the next Gen how it's done fellas. Much respect 🙂

[@Blacklist324]

​@@jamesgunther3201 Me too. I've said those of us born in the mid 60's are the last generation to remember how things use to be.

[@HiLux22r]

@@Blacklist324Fact

[@jodyc3932]

Same here friend ❤

[@stevefisher1036]

I cant believe it's been three decades.

[@vaughanbranch8376]

Actually it’s been four … but feel the same sentiment. :)

[@synthogd808]

One of the greatest singers of all time. Never disappoints

[@jojopimentel2948]

And justin beiber!! Lols

[@josephkelley8641]

Don and Howard have something in common: They're both 'anointed' as they say in the Christian world. .

[@xavieryates9782]

Really? Of all time? Get a grip, and a bunch of perspective while you're at it. He's only an average singer, although he does have a distinctive voice, but in terms of technique and range he isn't really much above average, and, of course, light years away from classical/lyric singers. Don Henley's talents lie more on his songwriting, although he does manage to express his emotions quite clearly in his interpretations of his songs..

[@maryaustria3927]

@@xavieryates9782 he's better than the crap of today's music

[@jasonrflash]

Golden Throat as Geffin calls him

[@stardustlizzie]

The original version makes me feel a haunting feeling This version gives me an ache in my chest and makes me want to cry

[@beecee9681]

Yes. Very discerning.

[@hectoromarcarrillo5802]

Increíble versión, thanks a lot

[@Ordinarymatter]

Perfectly expressed

[@allisnotwhatitseems.]

Me too

[@ragoflex]

This is exactly it

[@MrLuigiFercotti]

The older you get the more this song punches you in the gut.

[@bobbyscalchi4013]

No $Hit! Once you cross 40 your start looking backwards.

[@MrLuigiFercotti]

​@@bobbyscalchi4013 Missed opportunities and loss.

[@johnht79]

@@MrLuigiFercotti so many miss opportunities

[@paulletchworth2036]

No shit!!!!

[@paulletchworth2036]

Why can’t we just hit rewind

[@97marqedman]

Stern’s audio engineer deserves accolades (again) as well as Henley & the band...just phenomenally mixed. Incredible job.

[@escapist502]

Word

[@98Demon]

Yessir. These sessions are always on point and the conversation is so organic it just makes it even better.

[@mebeasensei]

Beetlejuice was engineer on this one.

[@beecee9681]

Yes.

[@SpinDoctor91]

He has the best sound stage

[@capnramsey68]

This may be the best version of this song that I've ever heard.

[@robinr22]

The Ataris version tops it for me.

[@EL-LED]

Wersja z 84r jest genialna,ale ta wersja jest po prostu rewelacyjna.Don już starszy więc tempo zmalało ale to właśnie jest rewelacyjne.Zrobił taka super balladę...Do przytulania.Oglądam to dzisiaj kiedy Don Henley obchodzi 75 urodziny...

[@kykrazy6050]

IMHO I believe it is.

[@kykrazy6050]

@@robinr22 ABSOLUTELY NO WAY!!!! THIS is the BEST version I've ever heard.

[@CrazyLocoInsane1]

Original is better

[@imonlydancingsal1509]

Still gives me the goosebumps all these years after. Transcendent

[@txmoney]

Still one of my favorite songs. I remember when this song first aired on the radio. My life had barely begun with the promise of experiences yet to come. Now, I’m approaching the twilight of my life and I can only look back at the loves, the heartbreaks, the joys, and the regrets. This version is simply...sublime

[@ronnietoots6797]

this guy and a few others...maybe throw Petty and Bob Seger in that group...what say ye?

[@scubasteve7303]

Very well written tx! I must be the same age as you, life had so much possibility. Now older, we’ve lived and learned and I’ve come to believe that anticipation of growing older is far greater than the reality in most cases.

[@fredtedstedman]

you and me both ! greetings from Wales .

[@joshbeatty1680]

Yes, a beautiful version of this song

[@31SexyDawn]

Very poewick, very humbley and to the point. I think we've might have a similar life.

[@LucOggel]

Damn. This hit me like a rock. Totally didn't see it coming. That's what music can do people. Made me fuckin' weep.

[@scrimmy45]

I'm sharing those tears brother..

[@cindypowers4993]

Me too

[@derekstegall9811]

I'm crying now

[@coriannm318]

🤗

[@vickyallen501]

Wow were did the time go ⚘

[@ReginatorNet]

In the tail end of the 80's I met a woman that was beyond anything I could ever dream of. She was older, very mature and she kept herself very well... and I was a shy, skinny 24 year old that wore glasses. On the very last day of our acquaintance, it was a sunny day in Florida and I was on my way to see her. I drove my car across the long suspension bridge that has a steep rise to allow ships to pass underneath. As my car started up the bridges elevation, everything seemed to disappear, and it was only me flying into the sunny blue sky. And to this day, when I hear "The Boys of Summer"... I reflect on that moment and smile.

[@goranadamson906]

What an elegant note....

[@carlafochs1745]

*I tell him I will always love him

[@carlafochs1745]

Such a beautiful soul he was. I miss him ..I miss my friend.

[@jaredgarrison4386]

Thanks for sharing that glorious moment

[@ReginatorNet]

@@jaredgarrison4386 ☺

[@ChrisJKing-se4dp]

Sweet Jesus it gave me the shivers back in 84 still the same stunning haunting song performed by the brilliant Don Henley

[@phlhoran12396]

Amazing.

[@ronnietoots6797]

same here, have listened to this song probably 300 times, I took the album with me when I moved to some islands in the Pacific for a few years...one of the best ever for tension and release, memories...lots of stuff that remain in a bit of conscious and unconscious.

[@deegee8194]

Like yesterday.

[@markj2838]

This version is just crazy.... in a good way.. dec31 , 2019

[@ScreamingEagleFTW]

Chris I used to lay on the floor in the basement (finished rec room) and turn up dads high fi and listen to the 45. The sound was amazing!! Ill never forget that. That was the first time I ever actually 'listened' to music.

[@doubles7533]

This is timeless music. They just dont make it like that anymore.

[@TaylorSwift1337]

Have you heard the ataris version of it btw?

[@debbieduplessis2337]

So true took me back exactly where I wanted to be

[@haywoodjablome234]

So true, rap rap sux and music died about 30 years ago....

[@thetalkingnerdz5347]

Yes they certainly do.

[@scottthompson4193]

@@TaylorSwift1337 No thanks, who cares about a fuqing cover of a great song? How about writing your own great song? Thats what is missing today.

[@DetroitNinja]

WOW!!!! I need to sing this song for karaoke next.

[@tColorsinspacerecordings]

Hurts to listen to this. Those days were amazing.

[@CickyMainMTC9]

Well put my friend.

[@johnutley2132]

goddd man i got tears in my eyes thinking about those days man i miss the 80s so much

[@joescarcella5957]

Brother don't hurt because it's over. Just Smile because it happened.

[@johnrambo6302]

Made me tear up....

[@Cheek1969]

I was 16 when this came out .....amazing song

[@Enviros]

I'm 53 now. This song has so many memories attached to it. Add another one. Thanks.

[@neilmccomsey9550]

Me too

[@hotrodvan]

Enviros I’m close to that age, part of my coming of age soundtrack

[@Steaks652]

F..k my old boots this is cool. 58 next month and not matured one day. Is that good or bad. ? Who gives a flying f..k.

[@greenidguy9292]

Enviros Ditto...53 here too.

[@MudGod1969]

Hear ya buddy...fifty is rough...

[@martinkuliza]

Who else fell in love with this again , Listened to it again at least 10 times and shed a tear or two..... LOL FUCKING BRILLIANT , ... for a lack of a much better word who else misses 1985 .........Ohh man... the good ol days

[@SonnyGTA]

I LOVE THE LYRICS TO THIS SONG! It really makes you think of summer, youth, regret and missed chances and opportunities.

[@jacobl6943]

I feel depress now thanks lol

[@Roberob1189]

Yup. Every time I hear this song that’s exactly what I think of. Exactly....

[@timothybruneau4173]

Aka a real downer, nice!

[@theraylan1002]

I was going thru a divorce at the time that I didn't want so needless to say this song has played in my head over & over again ever since. Still does when I hear it, but I still love it.

[@josephkelley8641]

Me it brings me back to South Orange Blossom Trail, Orlando, Disney World (where I once drove a transportation van), waiting on tables and beer that was very, very cold.

[@martybrammer2257]

1984 I was 20 and starting college. Fell hard for a 29 year old who became my 1st. She had an apartment with a pool and I always picture her laying in the sun when I hear this song. Days gone by.....

[@ronnyparker]

Life is so good

[@rightuppercut1426]

Love this song. The only song I ever drove an extra round around the block for when it started playing on the radio when I was almost home.

[@billofrightsamend4]

Lol... you do that to. 😊

[@steve4nj]

I'm 51. I've seen and dished out death on foreign shores. I have seen things that would break most men. But my God, this song broke me. The tears are flowing like a rainstorm down my face as I write this. God I wish I could go back to the 80's...I would take any of you who wanted to go with me.

[@Brandon-ch2ot]

Don't regret.

[@kobold7763]

What’s crazy is this song is about late 60’s nostalgia from the perspective of the 80’s.

[@bink]

@@kobold7763 I've heard so many different stories of what this song's actually about (a past relationship, The Eagles, baseball) but apparently it's not about anything specific, according to Don anyway.

[@jasonkeith9317]

I'd go with u brother.

[@derektalasek795]

I'm currently going through a Tom Petty faze, they come and go, and it led me here. This music will always be a comfort, I hope.

[@Underhills]

Don's got a thing about looking back. That explains everything. That's why I'm always tuned in to Mr. Henley. We share the same nostalgia.

[@scrimmy45]

Amen.

[@KitKat-1975]

I do too. I miss day's gone bye, and the memories are both great, but it also hurts too.

[@camilocuervo6046]

Back in the 80s I didn't speak English just understand few words of this liric, but the vibe and message it's straight to your hearth. . ☺️

[@MrAllstar]

Don Henley's taste in backup singers is fantastic!!

[@paulthompson6745]

they looked like sisters...maybe his daughters?

[@larryjohnson8687]

Don Henley is just like God behind the microphone he's so amazingly talented, and this version is fantastic along with the original. Great performance by the band also.

[@roadrunner7218]

They are enchanting. I wanted to hear their voices more. A youtube search is on order.

[@kamuelalee]

@@paulthompson6745 They do look like sisters...the Henley Sisters!?

[@skogen_takeheimens]

Cavan O'Grady are they his daughters then? I know he has a couple, and then a son I think

[@ROGERKUE]

130am central time. Laying in bed wide awake. reminiscing about life.

[@meldridge51]

Don Henley has had such a fantastic career! There’s not many singers out there that I would compare him with or to! He’s really in a class by himself! Just Fantastic!

[@ediezambrano2793]

Just lost an old friend from HS (graduated in ‘86) cannot stop listening to this song and can’t stop thinking of him. This song is brilliant and Don is a genius and this song is helping me with my grief.

[@direwolf47]

It's one of those songs that takes you back to the one that got away and really hits in the feelings. Just about every human can relate to that feeling of loss and not wanting to let go

[@JoeMac1983]

100%

[@biggi934]

Wahre Worte

[@ramonarellano4988]

I hear you bro.

[@Inazuma68]

Still giving me shivers after all these years - what a song, what a masterpiece 👌

[@kevingamble9050]

Time is a devouring beast, live life peacefully, help those in need, be happy

[@garyjones9221]

Helping those in need requires violence sometimes.

[@normanrichardson5183]

What a great little summary of how to live one's life.

[@johnwalls7170]

Words to live by...thank you

[@goranadamson906]

Deep and so true.

[@phyllyirl]

Here’s to the days when everything and everyone felt young and beautiful and new.

[@randolphpatterson5061]

I wasn't expecting tears, but damn, they killed it. I have a lump in my throat.

[@ronneetoots2458]

same

[@jeffheck5559]

Getting older day by day. At least I can still reminisce, for now... thanks Don.

[@kevindarrell3500]

Jeff Heck You stole my thunder brother. I agree

[@illiamdeebe7579]

Lots of people say lots of things about Don Henley, but you always know you're getting absolute perfection out of a performance with him.

[@fluthyhehim66]

that's true. I think his talent should be undisputed. However, his personality is.

[@thomasjensen3214]

@@fluthyhehim66 do you know him personally or is it just rumours???

[@THXx1138]

@@fluthyhehim66 and then there's the rape stuff. :O

[@scrimmy45]

@@fluthyhehim66 of course - you know him personally I take it ? Thought not.

[@ronnietoots6797]

read a few books about Eagles etc etc...., Don H was an artist and perfectionist...bit of arrogant but good for us audiences.....

[@michelle_m4446]

I don't know exactly how a song can be so hauntingly beautiful but this one is. The feelings and memories it evokes are priceless. Thank you Don Henley.

[@jonas5699]

The man is a legend. I love a lot of his music, but “The End of the Innocence” is probably my favorite.

[@johnnycashblacknc]

One of my favorites

[@HEllis-qu5nn]

Great song

[@Asphaltsquadron]

Holy Smokes that was beautiful. I was not expecting that.

[@stk6mkt]

I was; this is Don Henley.

[@gregwebb7530]

Not surprised at all. Don Henley is an artist supreme. Love this song. Brings back many memories, good and bad.

[@ronnietoots6797]

maybe a top 100 of all time....65 years here..this is one of the best ever.

[@markdansack4350]

Great song. Gives me chills whenever I hear it. This is a great contemplative version. The original is one of my favorite road trip songs

[@squamish4244]

"Don't look back, you can never look back." But of course, everyone always does.

[@williampatterson5067]

If Don hadn't looked back we would not have this great song. Those lyrics are so true and like you said everybody does it, but thats what makes it a memory and brings inner peace to us. Peace!

[@shawnsokol3546]

Yes we do, that line is ironic as that's what the song is about! Looking back.

[@fluthyhehim66]

yup

[@squamish4244]

Well, not always peace...sometimes pain...lost youth, missed opportunities and whatnot. The rest of my family got to have a youth, I didn't due to mental illness, social anxiety and prescription drug addiction. I'm better now, but I am 40. I heard this song when I was still very young and was determined to not have these regrets burdened on me, but they happened anyway. Ah well it could be much worse in retrospect. Never had to suffer through war, poverty or early death of family members, and am younger than a lot of people when they finally get a handle on this stuff. Peace!

[@rubixmantheshapeshifter1769]

The true time machine is ya brain

[@shreddievanhalen1]

Why am I 20 years old and this song already makes me so nostalgic. I feel old. I can only imagine what it’s like looking back on a lifetime of memories when you’re 50. But it’ll be here before I know it. Time slow down please

[@brupem]

Enjoy it while you can, bud...

[@bellasmom3895]

50? Surely you jest! 50 is young when you’re in your 60’s, 70’s, 80’s or beyond.

[@sam1174]

Listen to "Time Stand Still" by Rush.

[@BLTV_Photoshop]

Got chills, a lump in my throat, and a tear in my eye.

[@richiesay2824]

I have watched this probably 25 times just this Spring.

[@daedalusjones3804]

It evokes so much peaceful calm that comes with surrender and acceptance.

[@lindapearce5699]

Yes it does

[@loriburke7856]

He has one of the best voices in my opinion ♥️

[@Seether1975]

This is such a soulful version! Goosebumps

[@hajimesaotome5261]

この曲聞くたびに50年以上前に読んだレイブラッドベリーの短編の湖が重なります。自由という名の縛りの中で自由という名の幻想を追いかけていた、愛していた青春時代。洋の東西を問わず過去は甘くて切ないものですね😢

[@bws1billsimpson362]

One of the greatest songs of all-time. Thank you Don Henley and Mike Campbell.

[@nickbonzer]

its funny i watch youtube comments full of hate and teeth grinding and then I come here and read such thoughtful comments .....such a pleasant change ....and heart warming ....I knew there were sensitive people out there from all over the world !

[@piotrwojcik1127]

After 40 years sounds even better 😊

[@mikestansberry2720]

I bet I’ve watched this 100 times and never commented. Really takes me back. One of my all time favorites!

[@jeremyfowler2169]

1984. This thing was on the radio ALL the time. I was 11. It’s still on classic rock stations today. I’m 45. Saw him sing it live with the eagles in 95. Great song and this version is good too

[@barbaravyse660]

Jeremy Fowler I was 11 when the Eagles released Hotel California. Still a fan to this day. I saw the Eagles at the Orange Bowl in Miami in 95 and have seen Don a couple of times as a solo artist.

[@suzannethomas5722]

Probably one of the best renditions of this song I've ever heard.

[@purple2275]

I’m 47 and have loved this song since it came out in 1984…it’s my all time fav 😍

[@robschwartzenberger8337]

I love this song. It's amazing. "Happy Easter" to everyone out there. Still listening in April 2020!

[@johntucket9221]

Happy easter to you too, friend

[@ronnietoots6797]

the piano intro, the acoustic voice and strings.....the chorus singers.

[@josephkelley8641]

Happy next Easter, dude (2021). .

[@patrickharrington1022]

One of my all time favorite songs! My father gave me the gift of this song on the album 'Building the Perfect Best' by Don Hendley. It was a Christmas gift in 1985. I have never forgotten gesture from my father. How did he know that this was an album I truly desired? My father passed in 2009. Ever time I hear this song I think of him and shed a tear :'( Godbless

[@beecee9681]

Maybe he heard this song and it affected him the same way it affected you.

[@Gskenejhh]

I love the reverence his band has for this living legend. Wonderful.

[@christopherdolce4636]

The kids today will never appreciate music like this. No auto tune , just clean good music God Bless.

[@PaulHeagen]

Henley is masterful in working a lyric. Perfect diction, inflection, tone and expression.

[@scrimmy45]

A leader in a field of one....

[@Lilblue1982]

Paul Heagen perfectly said!

[@zeppelinfighter3281]

Masterful! A fantastic voice and a haunting song.

[@terrytitus3347]

I used to play Boys of Summer driving to school in LA with the top down on my MGB. It will always be my favorite. I’m grateful for the artists like Don Henley who can make me feel so happy ... and so sad. Great comments left by so many here. Makes me feel the human connection I’ve been missing for 3 years.

[@Adrian1981]

When people ask why this song is my favourite of all time my answer is simple, even after listening to it thousands of times it still gives me goose bumps every single time Haunting, beautiful, provocative, wonderful

[@ronnietoots6797]

same here, listened to this hundreds or more times....still grips me

[@matthewjames1707]

I agree. I like a hell of a alot of songs and this one is in my top 3. New Years day by U2 also a favorite of mine.

[@cindypowers4993]

It's been 47 years, and my love for you Don Henley is still strong. That's a lot of summers........😍

[@jenibfb]

Love Eagles and Don H. Miss Frey.

[@jenibfb]

@don henley Swoon

[@Michael-rq7ov]

Great performance, hope your doing okay Cindy :)

[@michaelpapini1434]

Wish my dad was still alive to here this performance! He would have loved it! Miss you old man! And miss that place and women of my past!

[@shanecroftpodcast]

Just an unbelievable rendition of that song. Beautiful. I wish he would release that same version as a single

[@donpablohenley]

Don Henley is my favorite artist, he has so many songs, solo and Eagles. I actually drove for like 12 hours between Orlando, FL to Memphis, TN listening to his solo tracks and Eagles tracks never repeating a song. Yes, I was averaging 90 mph but I successfully managed it with the assistance of an Escort. The radar detector.

[@mikebunner3498]

I want to extend a "merry Christmas" to everyone.... This song is so wonderful!!!

[@tuliocano8468]

Same to you Mike.

[@jonsmith9379]

Beautiful.. hauntingly beautiful with a feeling of freedom, sentimental..

[@Nothinbutdafrontrow]

The official song of 2020. Nobody on the road, Nobody on the beach

[@annb1]

He is a perfectionist and demands it in everyone.....and this is the result....perfection.

[@ronnietoots6797]

you nailed it, I read a lot of Eagles bio's etc...he never quit until whatever song was perfect as he could get it..! The results are that are here we are 30+ years later...

[@MillennialBro]

Holy hell I didn't know I need to hear this version until now. This is heartbreaking...in the good way.

[@kelsiegale]

Same

[@christopherstone2546]

That was amazing to hear.

[@chrisnorman5659]

Weeping when I heard this. 😢

[@canadiantraveller281]

I was 14 the summer this came out. Turning 48 in a few months... where did the time go ? Part of the soundtrack of our lives... beautiful.

[@johnbarton1339]

Henley is such a perfectionist, he brought in an army for this performance when a pianist and guitarist were only needed! Don is a legend love him or hate him !!

[@highlovevibration]

Longing, pining, wistful, yearning ..this song always invoked some deep emotions within that I didn't even know was there. I've always loved it...this version is as hauntingly beautiful as the original..

[@scubasteve7303]

This is the only comment section I’ve ever read where every comment is a home run. Amazing so many people I don’t know can feel exactly how I feel when I hear this song. TBoS takes me back to some of the happiest days of my life. And isn’t it incredible that a song about looking back can take you back in such a powerful way? “Those days are gone forever, I should just let ‘em go but...”

[@ejmoscato366]

A song about nostalgia....written during a time that I'm now nostalgic for... brings me right back to the 80s...

[@joaomanno8368]

Beautiful song. Sung at a slower pace allows total immersion in the beautiful lyrics and the rhythm dictated by the piano is spectacular. Congratulations to Don Herley for this magnificent acoustic version.

[@jonathan-livingstone-acoustic]

It's not acoustic!!!

[@aceronaldomunozcalaguio5487]

His passion for music, his love and dedication in writing songs, the articulation, the emotions when he performs, makes him a great singer. The one and only Don Henley. Thank you Don for the music, The Boys of the summer are just one of the best songs that I keep on listening. Another one of my favorite songs of yours- "Heart of the Matter" its lyrics are full of life, which in one way or another touched my life.

[@jamesburroughs2417]

These were the Best Days of our lives Don Henley and The Eagles. I am very grateful to have lived through this era. Rock and Roll. 60s 70s 80s creative geniuses

[@kavousniamir2375]

Happy to hear Petty passed on it. It's a beautiful song and suits Don Henley best.

[@jjosephp3636]

Maybe it reminded Petty too much of Runaway Trains?

[@timjoseph887]

Would have loved to hear Tim sing this

[@skogen_takeheimens]

Tim Joseph *tom

[@mungofinalfi4480]

@@jjosephp3636 The Boys of summer was released three years before Runaway trains.

[@Rasmuth]

When Petty heard this song, he told Mike, to never let him pass on a track again, lol

[@rickb4806]

"I saw a Deadhead sticker on Cadillac....you can never go back" Great line.

[@Marlondurran]

Well spotted .. totally understand!!

[@ronnietoots6797]

little voice inside my head said dont look back you can never go back......this guy paints a picture of images...

[@kdkd693]

Some stuff in life you cannot unsee

[@gypsygirl-uf8cl]

Rick B I know the back story to the sticker.

[@joefilter2923]

I should just let em go - BUT - my love for you will still be strong after

[@UncleBooBoo]

Captivating from beginning to end. What a magical reimagining of an all time standard.

[@markdillard4422]

One of my favorite all time songs. Takes me to a different time...a better time.

[@iseektruth7435]

Don Henley one of the greatest performers/song writers of all time!! I think Howard is one of the best interviewers and people seem to be at ease with him. Which allows him to create an environment that is entertaining to watch and listen to.

[@richardhardy4243]

wonderful arrangement - Mr. Henley's voice never fails....one of my all-time favorites!

[@ireneruthfox]

Timeless song....Don is a true legend .

[@SaySay9014]

best version

[@davidmohr1920]

The piano is haunting and sweet you wrote the perfect lyrics for it everyone was incredible :-)

[@AKpelmeni]

Forgot I was sitting in my room at 2am watching KZbin. My God, this was gorgeous.

[@neil2me9]

I can only listen to this song once every ten years or so because something so beautiful can hurt so bad! Guess that makes me weak huh? Don you're a legend!

[@okidoki2479]

Same here

[@jeremyacton4569]

Mr Henley's 'Dirty Laundry' album is still one of my all time favorite albums. I have it in treasured vinyl. This slower version of Boys of Summer really hits the feels.

[@rogerdettorre7647]

Jeremy Acton that was a great album that song was on but its not dirty laundry title of the album. One of my favorite albums ever.

[@RichyCR1]

Was it not " building the perfect beast" album this was on?