Dozens of Legends Say this 1987 CLASSIC is the 1 SONG They WISH They’d Written! | Professor of Rock

[@ProfessorofRock]

Poll: What is your pick for the GREATEST ANTHEM of the Rock Era?

[@Sweet--Richard.4981]

Fire Woman

[@Code.Name.V]

Joan Jett - I Love Rock n' Roll

[@TerrickTerran]

We Will Rock You Queen

[@surlechapeau]

Born To Run - Springsteen. runnerups: "Won’t Get Fooled Again"- The Who; "I Love Rock 'n' Roll"- Joan Jett/Blackhearts.

[@Whisper_292]

Mr Blue Sky--ELO Thunderstruck--AC/DC Dont Look Back--Boston We're Not Gonna Take It--Twisted Sister Rock and Roll All Night--KISS I Love Rock and Roll--Joan Jett & the Blackhearts

[@markphillips3186]

Here in Australia and New Zealand neither Split Enz or Crowded House were one hit wonders. Both bands had successful careers Down Under. There were hits from the first four Crowded House albums and their last confer on the forecourt of the Sydney Opera House came close to a spiritual experience for the tens of thousands that attended.

[@gregstaples9717]

Totally agree. It was funny listening to the intro before he said the band’s name I was trying to guess who it was (as I always do on here) and I swear I got whiplash when I did a double take when he called them a “2 hit wonder”. I suppose it’s all about perspective- as an Aussie, Crowded House and Split Enz, were always a staple of the 80’s charts. I’m glad I was in Australia if it meant I may have otherwise missed out on them.

[@patricktoko6130]

Exactly 💯 true m8.

[@tduhpohylnvrz]

Crowded house were the most boring band I ever saw. A couple of catchy riffs but boring as f!

[@markphillips3186]

@ sorry you feel that way. I guess not every band is for everyone.

[@andrewandkaryntoulson1803]

Just w

[@petertseglakof4568]

SUPER IMPORTANT. Much of Split Enz was from New Zealand not Australia. I say this as an Aussie.

[@ThelSuperlKing]

An honest Aussie?

[@davidbrooksbank2094]

Thanks from Auckland

[@ry8102]

@@ThelSuperlKingsettle down cuz 😂

[@bucketree]

Kia ora 😊

[@neilcasey4129]

correct, New Zolland not Ostraya

[@_alifeallmine_]

It matters little to Australian and New Zealand Fans that America couldn’t recognise great Music when they hear it with that first, and every subsequent Album. Popularity in America is not the measure of Artistic success, and ‘Crowded House’ has achieved that over many Albums, they are Legends.

[@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980]

I would love it if I moved to Australia.

[@TheWorldTeacher]

Skyhooks, Cold Chisel, Australian Crawl, et cetera.

[@_alifeallmine_]

@ Indeed, re: Cold Chisel ‘You Got Nothing I Want’.

[@shuntguy]

Crowed House are kind of the Aussie version of Tragically Hip or Golden Earring. Super popular in their home country, limited success elsewhere.

[@_alifeallmine_]

@ Yes, sometimes by choice, sometimes by circumstance and opportunity, but still adored with great success at home.

[@haydengoodall6767]

Australian!!!..... Faark... Splitenz Founded in New Zealand mate. ( yeh I know it's a sore point, it's an age old battle between us and the West islanders.)

[@johnbenias5090]

It’s not even a battle issue, Hayden. Just get it right, Prof!!! Simply out of respect to NZ, he ENZ and good journalism. Sheeeesh….New ZEALAND is even in the name of the band, Split e”NZ”. FYI: I’m Australian. Like so many Aussies and Kiwis, I love the ENZ, The Millanes and Crowded House.

[@SM-eq2py]

As soon as he said, "...Australian band, Spiltenz..." I thought, he didn't just say that. I don't know any Australian that would deny that they are a NZ band, or they must be ignorant.

[@1Wilful]

Crowded House, formed in Melbourne with 2/3 Australian members. Yes of course Split Enz were kiwi.

[@lowannakeira683]

I guess you are from that little island off the coast of Tasmania.

[@behemothsbaby]

@@lowannakeira683, which island? North or South?

[@traelmate37]

Just because the songs didn't chart in America doesn't mean they flopped. They were huge in Aus\NZ - staples. For me Message to my Girl from the ENZ is sublime

[@arturbomert9877]

Love it. Ten Sharp made a great live cover.

[@brettrogers8482]

This. So much this.

[@AlanPhillipshere]

I was thinking exactly this. All these “flops” were big hits and also great songs. America is not the only benchmark for success

[@Dawn901]

Message To My Girl is a hot summer day in Regional NSW in 1990 played by the boy I'm still with. It's such a beautiful song. For Crowded House, 4 Seasons in One Day is just as beautiful. I also remember Neil Finn did an accoustic version of Billie Jean on the Andrew Denton Breakfast Show that was just gorgeous. I could go on and on because Neil Finn is a genius!

[@NicoleTunis]

My thoughts too! I'm Australian and love Split Enz, then and now. Tim also had success as a song writer prior to the mid 80s with the Puberty Blues soundtrack

[@dougwarner5647]

I was going thru cancer treatments in 2023. Every time I was strapped in at 2pm daily this song came on the radio overhead. Every day. I really attached myself to it and used it to remain positive. I put this song to pictures of my journey and it worked out real good. Loved it in 1987-needed it in 2023.

Great story, hope you are doing well.

[@dhh488]

How are you? Take care.

[@migglemaggle9500]

I hope you are better 🌹

[@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980]

Couldn’t have picked a better song!

[@brianamback578]

​@@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980 I agree. Played at a lot of Greek Parties in 87.

[@matthewashman1406]

Neil Finn is a national treasure here in NZ. He has written so many great songs. In Split Enz and Crowded house. True Colors was a new wave classic in 80. Then crowded house so good, uplifting, joyous songs

[@2damnoldforUtube]

I have several copies of True Colours on vinyl. None of them are the same colour. Those crafty bastards....I still don't know what true colours are, but I'm pretty sure it has nothing to do with whatever Cyndi Lauper was singing about.

[@AndrewinAus]

Definitely, glad that Kiwi Land shared the Finn brothers with us across the Tasman in Oz and with the rest of the world. This was a classic song and album from my teen years.

[@andrewd7586]

Being your cousin from “Across the ditch”, I’ve forever loved Split Enz! Ironically I’ve put many people onto The Enz, when they had no idea Crowded House had a previous life! 🇦🇺🤝🇳🇿

[@matthewashman1406]

@andrewd7586 beauty bonza grouse mate

[@erikalesi7603]

I grew up in Southern California and whenever I have the pleasure to encounter a Kiwi, I wear it like a badge that Neil is my most revered songwriter of all time. I’m always like “you ever spend time in Te Awamutu?” Them: 🤯🤯🤯

[@taliesinllanfair4338]

Definition of a humble genius - Neil Finn. Great interview! Crowded House and Split Enz were a big part of many New Zealanders and Australians in the 70s-90s.

[@hikosaemon]

“The Australian group Split Enz”…. I’m not crying. It’s just been raining… on my face…

[@colinlatham7905]

Always loved the Finn brothers. I don't know of a more moving song than " I hope I never". Split Enz were always fun.

[@flippy_11]

I hope I never and Message to my girl from their ENZO album are just incredible

[@peterthomas6486]

Loved Split Enz growing up as a teenager in Oz, Neil Finn is a genius. Fall at your feet, is also sublime.

[@genecase9464]

"Message To My Girl" Just a beautiful song.

[@DougieFrank]

My favourite of all their songs.

[@beholdmessiah6526]

Yes, awesome song

[@steveberkery6128]

His best…

[@darkartsteacher]

True Certainly up there

[@bluegold6682]

Stunningly beautiful song, very meaningful to me.

[@colelauber6670]

I was very lucky to have had the chance to spend the day with Crowded House in 1988. I was stationed in Mainz, West Germany and Crowded House came to play at a local music hall. I was given a day's leave, so I went down to the music hall in the morning. I had only waited a few minutes before their truck pulled up. Their road crew manager allowed me to help them out. Neil, Nick, and Paul arrived about 1:00pm. I was awestruck and tongue-tied when I was around Neil. They were touring for their second album "Temple of Low Men" at the time, and I had memorized every note and lyric, so I believed at that time, (and I still hold this belief), that Neil was one of the greatest songwriters of all time. His guitar playing was fascinating and mesmerizing. I remember talking to Nick Seymour for hours about music, growing up in America versus growing up Down Under. I remember wrestling with Paul Hester, until their manager came running up and screamed at me not to hurt their drummer. I got to harmonize with Neil during their rehearsal before the show, and was aloud to see them backstage just before the show. Their roadcrew manager told me that if I could get myself down to Australia after my gig with U.S. Army was over, I could work with their crew full time. That never happened, but I often wonder what would have happened if I had taken him up on the offer!

[@VanillaMacaron551]

Great story, thanks!

[@eldoroonie]

Great story!!!

[@alpeach9480]

I don't normally do jealousy, but, Jeez, Dude !!!

[@jessicamacfarlane6226]

Just saw Crowded House in concert. Crowd were on their feet singing, dancing. Crying. Beautiful.

[@markleon411]

Don't Dream It's Over was just another outstanding hit in a string of hits. All of the songs you mentioned made the top 10. They had hits from all of their albums. Both Neil and Tim are great songwriters.

[@BeauOnTheGo_DC]

Neil Finn was, is, and will always be my absolute favorite lyricist, songwriter, and artist. Crowded House is timeless.

[@karamia1392]

Love our Kiwi cousins … Neil Finn’s sublime voice and some beautiful songs. ‘Better be home soon’ is just dreamy. The Enz and Crowded House are beloved in Australia and their home NZ.

[@ProfessorofRock]

I love Fall at Your Feet!

[@jefp65]

Correct, their home is Aotearoa NZ.

[@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980]

I met some Kiwis while vacationing in Australia last year!

[@deepsouthNZ]

Splitenz was a new zealand band

[@AndrewinAus]

@@ProfessorofRock Agreed, Fall at Your Feet has a sentimentality that just hits hard. Love the channel by the way mate.

[@ChicaG-vg7pj]

Split Enz/Crowded House are so underrated. So many great songs, so original, so melodic and thoughtful lyrics. TY for featuring this song. It always gives me goosebumps.

[@mournblade1066]

"Don't Dream It's Over" is such a great song.

[@ProfessorofRock]

Perfect with a capital P!

[@fivestring65ify]

And something so strong was a great follow up.

[@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980]

So classic.

[@TheWorldTeacher]

If you like "Don't Dream It's Over", IMMEDIATELY copy the following text and search for it here in KZbin (or your chosen music streaming service): "I Hope I Never" by Split Enz It was composed by Neil's more talented elder brother, Timothy, and performed by their first band.

[@BarneyRq1d]

Masterpiece

[@pageup213]

Split Enz/Crowded House, are national treasures that we Australians know are from New Zealand, but also claim as our own (we have a habit of doing that). So many good songs, there's a reason Neil is now part of Fleetwood Mac (not to forget the rest of the bands members, they are all amazing musicians). Message to my Girl, also another great tune. Such a great love song in every sense, is easily one of my all time favourite love songs.

[@patrickkaye9734]

I love how Professor looks star struck in all of his interviews, smiling from ear to ear, a giddy fanboy :)

[@peterthomas6486]

Totally agree

[@Nonayabizness360]

I just found this CD in a resale shop and bought it again after many years. I used to cry myself to sleep after my divorce because everything was falling apart and now I’m remarried coming up on 16 years to a man who was madly in love with me since the 6th grade. He was too shy to ask me out but he walked me home and carried my books, he asked me to our 20 year reunion and we were both newly divorced going with him was the best decision I ever made. Now when I listen to this song I hear nothing but determination and love funny how things change. Thank you for such a beautiful song that can evoke such emotions.

[@cathylindeboo.9598]

Sweet story, I'm glad for you both! Reminds me of "My Eyes Adored You" by Frankie Valley...

[@spamwagon]

This is a lovely story, thank you for sharing.

[@jimwerther]

That's amazing! So beautiful!

[@harryscarry6064]

So sweet. This old man just got the tears.

[@paulo49252]

As a New Zealander I grew up with this music, still play it today. It remains timeless.

[@paulwalker5221]

Crowded House had many hits in Australia and the UK. Great band i was fortunate to be at their last concert at Sydney Opera House and the last song as i recall was 'Dont dream its over' and almost the whole crowd started crying, a magic moment.

[@dwboston1]

1987 was my senior year in HS. Every time I hear it, it's like I'm driving around in my hometown in my dad's car. Such an underrated band - their greatest hits album, Recurring Dream, is fantastic.

[@ProfessorofRock]

I agree. So many great songs. Including Fall at Your Feet!

[@mikebuck1897]

They play this song A LOT in the Menendez Brothers Netflix series. I forgot how great it was. Series is good too.

[@dwboston1]

@@ProfessorofRock Better Be Home Soon is another great one.

[@SpiritualPsychotherapyServices]

I prefer Split Enz.

[@blazerhawkdarren68]

I also graduated in 87 and even though I didn't have the album there was a lot of great songs from it

[@frogsforsusan]

In its infancy, MTV played Dirty Creatures, I Got You, and Six Months In A Leaky Boat. I've loved Neil and Tim Finn since then.

[@stevefurcinito3785]

I got you, History Never Repeats, One Step Ahead all heavy rotation early MTV. Great songs.

[@gadgetman_nz4092]

Six months in a leaky boat came out at an unfortunate time. They were hoping to break into the UK, but the UK went to war with Argentina over the Falklands. That song was deemed not appropriate for airplay in the UK with the Royal Navy's involvement in the conflict.

[@fluttergirl75]

He writes the most beautiful melodies.

[@11henger]

Dirty Creature is a Masterpiece

[@5046dgmo]

​@gadgetman_nz4092 that does happen. I reckon I have at least 6 different versions of "Six Months in a Leaky Boat" on various CD's including the Enzso version. One of Tim's best songs for Split Enz. The Finn Brothers have such a great back catalogue.

[@williamrichter410]

Epic song from one of the greatest music artists of all time. Most people aren't even familiar with the ubelievable catalog between Crowded House now incuding his sons, Split Enz, Neil Finn solo albums, The Finn Brothers, and if you haven't seen or listened to 7 Worlds Collide you are really missing out. Let's also not forget a one time member of Fleetwood Mac and on stage for their last ever tour! Maybe a multi-part special featuring all of that history? I'm 55 and to me, Neil Finn is the John Lennon of our generation. Also thanks for showing his charity So They Can as we will be donating. Any project he would be a part of would be top notch, I know that. Thanks, Prof for highlighting this epic song and the beautiful artistry behind it. You are truly a "rock" for us during these challenging times.

[@olivegrove2615]

Loved every song they have released, I've still got their tapes. Aussies & Kiwi's have great taste in music 🎶

[@jstnxprsn]

One of the best songs to come out in the late 80s. Thanks Adam.

[@ProfessorofRock]

Indeed!

[@jaymiles81]

One of the absolute greatest song's of all time. Love it.

[@JoanieBC]

That whole album is fantastic. Don't Dream It's Over is just...perfection.

[@Ticonderous1]

Best Rock Anthem Kiss... Rock and Roll All Nite.. everyone sings along to that one for sure.

[@DanieVargas]

I’ve loved Crowded House ever since the Split Enzs! I LOVE a good Neil Finn song. One of the BEST Lyricists!! My fav song by Crowded House is Better Be Home Soon. GREAT FRICKEN SONG!

[@ProfessorofRock]

Indeed. One of the best of the 80s!

[@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980]

Neil is a songwriting master.

[@edwardmorehouse1424]

Neil and Tim are very talented brothers.

[@LouLou-jo5ln]

I'm Aussie, this song is still part of the soundtrack of my life. I was a teenager in Brisbane when Crowded House came on the radio. Still play them and love them 💕💖 Neil's a genuine genius thank you 💖 from Australia xx 🦘

[@philiphalpenny9761]

Masterpiece. The song has a hymn-like healing quality like McCartney's 'Let it Be'... great songwriter all round...

[@pauln420]

This was such a great episode. That song is so timeless - so many songs get “old”, but this always seems new. Such a beautiful song. Loved to hear Mr Finn talk about it.

[@michelleeverett1535]

I was lucky enough to see Crowded House last weekend in Adelaide, they were absolutely fantastic, Neils voice has got better with age. Just brilliant ❤

[@reginabutler5214]

I’m from the United States, and Crowded House has been my favorite band since 1987. I’ve lost track of how many times I’ve seen them, and Neil Finn solo, from the original tour all the way through the current Gravity Stairs tour. I would never dismiss them as a “two hit wonder”. To me, their music is sublime and Neil Finn is the most talented songwriter going. I hope the new renaissance of the song will encourage a new generation to give their entire catalogue a listen. At the most recent shows, it was wonderful to see fans from all generations. Long may they continue to put out spectacular music.

[@robertorojasbalarezo]

i can´t put into words how much i love "fall at your feet" i was head over heels for this girl back then and that song hit me like a ton of bricks, and chocolate cake was such a banger, love crowded house

[@OkinInc]

Such a great song and my favourite of theirs with DDIO a close 2nd.

[@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980]

Great song.

[@liseb8360]

Thank you. Crowded House is my absolute favourite band of all time, and I have seen them a couple times in the eighties and early nineties. My friends and I waited outside after one of their concerts, to meet them. We did, they were the nicest men. They signed autographs and shared their pizza. I was so thrilled to talk to Paul Hester ( RIP), he had a wonderful sense of humour and called me Red😊 This was my very best memory from my high school years

[@petewgorman]

Great interview. Finn Brothers, The Enz, Crowded House . . . say no more. What is also spectacular is that Dad Neil, can stand up and play Glastonbury with his two sons . . . . and every song will and does resonate with a huge international audience joining in with chorus, vibe and appreciation. Hats off to you both, Tim and Neil for wonderful songs, concerts, albums and I am hopingthat your world continues to shine. Thankyou.

[@tqminnz1405]

Saw Neil and the band in concert this week in Christchurch NZ, such a rich catalogue of songs, great concert.

[@Smedleydog1]

I like the way Neil Finn constructs a song. From the first time I hear "I Got You" by the Spit Enz I've been a fan.

[@ProfessorofRock]

So good!

[@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980]

And that was a wonderful start!

[@gioknows]

I really liked that band...but I loved Split Enz. DDIO is a great tune...all of those great songs hit #1 up here...what a great era for music. I'm so glad I was born in 1964 that I got to hear all of these great songs when they first came out. Cheers from Ottawa, Canada🍁

[@pauln420]

I’m with you - I was a huge fan of Split Enz.

[@markhernden9472]

I Got You by Split Enz never gets old.

[@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980]

Canada gets it right!

[@AZ-vt7dt]

I don't know why sometimes I get frightened....

[@timmoore8773]

I always loved Something So Strong, but Dream has really grown on me over the years. Those lyrics are phenomenal.

[@DukesMusic84]

As soon as you said Split Enz I knew, it's Don't Dream It's Over. When you hear "There is freedom within" you know that EPIC chorus is coming.

[@ProfessorofRock]

It's such an epic chorus! One of the best ever!

[@dukecraig2402]

I Got You Better than any of their Crowded House music. Cool name by the way, not many of us out there.

[@DukesMusic84]

@@dukecraig2402 YESS. I got You is an awesome song too, I discovered it through the Simpsons.

[@dukecraig2402]

@DukesMusic84 I discovered it in high school in 1980, which makes me, OLD!!!

[@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980]

Also I love the line “trying to catch the deluge in a paper cup.”

[@simonroebuck4006]

went to a Crowded House concert last night, brilliant as always.

[@cherylreichardt]

That is an absolutely beautifully done song! Regardless of how it's presented, it'll always touch me. Full of positivity. Don't ever give up! Loved the interview Professor!

[@ProfessorofRock]

Thanks Cheryl! Glad you enjoyed it!

[@PdaMack]

Neil and Tim Finn zre cultural icons in NZ, Their contributions in the landscape of NZ music alone are legendary. Absolute treasures.

[@cmorales932]

It is a timeless song. Every generation has a precious few d so songs that speak to us time and distance. Thank you for your interview. His reflections only add to his creation.

[@catherinezenovich5483]

The Finn Brothers are from Te Awamutu in NZ. The band was Australian based but the creative genius behind them is all Kiwi! Split Enz were very experimental and its definitely worth hunting out some of their videos. Noel Crombie amazing playing the spoons. Crowded House have long been a favourite of mine. We are very proud of them here

[@TreLeoni]

Great track. And of course should not be forgotten that the other founding member of Crowded House, Paul Hester was only 46 when he took his own life. He was also a big part of this song and the band''s success.

[@gailstevens6831]

It was hard watching Paul in the videos looking so happy, knowing what was to come

[@penelopealizarin234]

This song is a doorway to my heart. I fell in love with Crowded House as a child and have followed them since as well as Split Enz. Neil is a treasure

[@IsraelElkington-kt4ur]

Hearing Neil say that at the heart of the demo was the Māori strum, blew my mind. Even though in the song it’s so obvious, I just didn’t expect it. So dope! 🖤🤍❤️

[@mymai5859]

Agree. As a NZer the strum felt so familiar. Now I know why - Maori strum.

[@laurabireley2427]

I was a big fan of Split Enz in the early 80s and liked Crowded House in the late 80s. As an American, I hadn't realized Crowded House was connected to the Split Enz. Neil is so modest and genuine. Thank you for letting us hear about his songwriting. I agree with him that his voice is actually richer now than as a youngster.

[@positivelybobby]

My favorite band, and Neil is my personal Music God. The man is songwriting gold. AND reportedly THE NICEST man in music.

[@TheWorldTeacher]

I prefer Split Enz myself.

[@hoozleup]

Just saw him and Crowded House a few days ago in Dunedin. 👍

[@kachdragonfly]

I admire Neil Finn's work. His arrangement, voice and lyrics on Split Enz "History Never Repeats" is just brilliant.

[@littlecatfeet9064]

Wow, hearing this again gave me nostalgic tears for the 80s, living overseas and listening to Aussie music, which of course had to be imported. I love both Split Enz and Crowded House.

[@bicyclist2]

I love Crowded House! Such a great band. I like "World Where you Live" and "Something So Strong" as well. I had this album on cassette tape in the 80's. So many Great memories dancing to these songs at High School, and summer camp dances. Thank you.

[@MedalionDS9]

One of the most enduring songs from the 80's, I can see why people would wish they had wrote such a classic

[@ProfessorofRock]

Amen!

[@musickrayz]

Absolutely Loved this interview, so awesome getting to hear right from the artist. SO Glad you and your team do what you do.Thank you Adam! What an amazing nonprofit to be a part of❤❤❤

[@Ranger670]

Neil's a genius and obviously a legend in this neck of the world. Thank you for highlighting his huge talent and the great band that Crowded House was - and in it's new form, still is. 🙏

[@scannon4492]

Interesting as an Aussie to hear them described as a "2 hit wonder". They were part of the soundtrack of my childhood and their music is timeless. They were part of a great time in Australian music

[@tchocky71]

Prof, I can't talk about Crowded House or Split Enz in this small space. They've had too great an impact on my life. I'm just grateful for it. Thank you, Professor. This may be my most beloved of your videos.

[@desireecrossing]

I totally agree!

[@grene1955]

I loved Split Endz! So many great songs! Neil Finn is a great songwriter!

[@Leftfield71]

Listening to music as a kid in Australia in the late 70's and 80's was such a great time, we would not only get the "good stuff" from the States, Canada and the UK, but we would get a lot of great music from home and the Kiwi's that the rest of world seemed to miss out on. Split Enz was one of those amazing Kiwi bands that should have dominated the world in the early and mid 80's yet it never came together for them, but from the ashes of one great band came another, and they were able to achieve some international success with an amazing song and album. 'Don't Dream It's Over' is a masterpiece, one of the very best songs from a great decade of music and it's great to hear that it's loved and appreciated nearly 40 years later. Congrats Neil.

[@LisaPappin]

I agree with everything you just wrote I’m from Australia grew up in the 80s their lyrics gave support and hope and message “ keep trying “. LW

[@kmsldz5425]

Great song, which lends itself to gorgeous interpretations. The Stan Walker version is so good, I'm physically held in place while it's playing!

[@alpeach9480]

Stan Walker, a Kiwi ( Maori ), phenomenon !!

[@rogerdeahl9629]

CROWDED HOUSE!!! Another super song from the 80s. Very sublime lyrics. Running late today, but grateful to get another cancer-free visit today. Thanks for this forum Professor. ❤️

[@ProfessorofRock]

Amen! Thanks Roger!

[@LaManteca76]

That's good to hear! Congratulations! 😄

[@dtrisml]

Very glad you covered this, Adam. This song was kind of the unofficial theme for my senior year in high school. Always conjures really great memories.

[@chrishowe2935]

One of the greatest songwriters ever. Distant Sun is my favourite of his and in my top 3 or 4 of all time, but Don’t Dream It’s Over is right up there.

[@ladybayside7547]

Brook Fraser did a superb version of Distant Sun on the album She Will Have Her Way ❤

[@rachelmckell423]

As an Aussie you can't find a better band that crowded house loved these guys since the 80s. Don't dream it's over us my all time fave song. The guys are still going strong today. Proud Aussie. Love these guys. ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@ivydickson7596]

Aussies taking credit for Kiwi guys. Neil Finn is a New Zealander.

[@rachelmckell423]

@ivydickson7596 indeed Neil is a new Zealander but we adopted him in Australia 🌏

[@darrenbolger1521]

@@ivydickson7596Crowded House is more than Neil Finn.

[@roblange1445]

Calm down people. Let’s just say ‘US’ kiwis and Aussies. Jesus were a competitive bunch😅

[@pjn934]

@@ivydickson7596but Crowded House was fined in Melbourne with two Aussies so they started out as an Aussie band.

[@thetitleisours1]

Highly listenable songs. Perfect to play at work

[@ProfessorofRock]

For sure!

[@PhillipHogg-n5h]

Well impressed with your content mate, keep them coming. 👍😊🌏🐬♥️

[@jdw242b]

I was in love with Split Enz in my school days, and am pretty shocked they didn't chart higher. Just listened to "Message to my Girl" picking up my son from band practice...

[@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980]

Or “History Never Repeats.”

[@jdw242b]

@@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980Right!?? How about 6 months, I got you; One Step Ahead... they had hits for all us fans, for sure! MTV was favorable to them in my eyes!

[@karenglenn6707]

I saw Split Enz a few times in the mid 70’s with all of their weird make up, along with the amazing AC/DC with Bon Scott and also Skyhooks at Festival Hall in Melbourne Australia when I was 14. Mind was blown and it started a love affair for me with AC/DC and Bon, but later Crowded House came out with Message to My Girl, still one of my favourite songs of all time. Gosh we were so lucky!!!

[@bradspringer2372]

I still have Message to My Girl in heavy rotation on my computer.

[@freespeech1859]

@@karenglenn6707 Message to my girl was a Split Enz song off their Conflicting emotions album in 1984, not Crowded House

[@doctorf7501]

Both bands had a huge anthology of great songs.

[@terrybear5398]

THANK YOU SO MUCH!❤ Just when I thought I couldn't go higher, when you had Benny Mardones on, and Into The Night, brought me to tears of Joy...You hit it out of my park's heart, with Neil and Crowded House❣️ I am years older, but I swear to you, not only me, but millions of us instantly feel as strong in our hearts and soul, as we did first hearing Neil and Benny. THANK YOU SO MUCH ❤

[@philpaine3068]

This song will always mean a lot to me. It not only reached #1 here in Canada, it became a perpetual standard. We've never stopped playing it.

[@BaddogSports]

Crowded house is one of those great 80s bands that people often forget about

[@ProfessorofRock]

SO true. the best two hitter ever

[@markbeebe125]

​@@ProfessorofRock there's a great idea for a future video brother! The greatest two hitters of all time and you could even do two of them or maybe a comparative list comparing two hitters from the same album versus the Oh-so rare, two hitter from different albums.

[@ProfessorofRock]

@@markbeebe125 I've already done it!

[@enriquemireles8947]

When I listen to that song I always hear Beatles lyrics. Would have made a great Beatles song. Freedom, in the paper today , Paper cup, long road.

[@KtotheG]

"Something So Strong" and "Don't Dream It's Over" both live in my head to this day... I often burst out in song singing both of these tunes through random times of the day.

[@SPQRTempus]

So timely this video popped into my feed because I drove through Te Awamutu yesterday, where Tim and Neil Finn were born.

[@laurelmay8641]

I was 17 when this song came out and I've been a fan ever since. My children have been brought up on Crowded House. ❤

[@carolerooney407]

I love both Split Enz & Crowded House and have many of their songs (including World Where We Live) in my playlists

[@popselias]

That song was so hopeful in a dark time for me... it helped me think about what's ahead... thank you

[@inisolation6582]

Split Enz True Colours was the first cassette I ever bought, I played it over and over for years. 'Poor Boy' was always my favourite.

[@rogertemple7193]

Split Enz is one of my favorite new wave bands of the 80's and Crowded House became a favorite band as well especially with Don't Dream it's Over which was used in the the original mini series of the Stand and evey time i hear it i think of the Stand thanks Professor.🎶🎤🎸🎸🎹🥁🎶

[@cathycallaghan3744]

Neil Finn is my lyrical hero. A resounding yes to Don't Dream It's Over being a firm favourite. One line in his song, Fingers of Love is my absolute fave..."Colour is its own reward." Magic.

[@countessb]

OMG Professor! I have always loved this song. As a child of the 70s and 80s it’s one that resonated with me very strongly and still does.(I actually have tears in my eyes, listening to your entire segment and had to keep going back.) Andand bravo getting this interview!😂

[@wayneo1269]

Great interview great song

[@MikeeH626]

One of the 80's greatest songs and a consistent selection in all of my playlists. Oh do I miss 80's music.

[@piwaka50]

I watched Crowded House live in Christchurch, NZ just four days ago. This is one of my favourite songs of all time. When Neil, now with his two sons Liam and Elroy in the band (How cool is that!) sang this it brought tears to the eyes, not through sadness but through the thrill of hearing it live in 2024, sung just like the original. Neil Finn and Crowded House are timeless.

[@01FozzyS]

Such a timeless song. One of my favorites back when it came out and more so today in these times. So many generations embrace this song.

[@ProfessorofRock]

I agree!

[@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980]

For sure.

[@We.dont.snitch.X]

Had the opportunity to watch Crowded House last Wednesday down here in Christchurch NZ, an amazing experience that I recommend to anyone who gets the chance, peace

[@Firenutz]

Temple of Low Men is a killer album. “Into Temptation” still gives me chills.

[@winterautumncolours-tt8fw]

One of my favourites too ❤️

[@Haylo545]

Better be home soon always hits inside for me.

[@thenuclearsandwich]

Always loved that song since I heard it. The imagery in it is fantastic.

[@TheMars0078]

Wow great interview, I love Neil finn’s voice, so much melancholy, feelings and tone. They have plenty of great classics but don’t dream it’s over is one of my perfect songs! I can listen to it every day and feel the same thing I did back in the 80s in Honduras my home country!

[@roguewriter2000]

Oh my goodness, this song brings me right back to '87. Fantastic and moving to me to this day.

[@bradmodd7856]

I feel a bit sad that we are looking at songs from 50 years ago, not just from boomer sentiment but for the fact that today's music is kind of a mess, there are still gems today but its amid a tsunami of mediocrity, decontextualized and recycled

[@roguewriter2000]

@bradmodd7856 You and I could talk about this all day long. What is made now is very depressing and ugly on many levels.

[@MrSpudda]

I do like this song very much. My go to Crowded House song has been Better be Home Soon but this is my second fave.

[@The_Ubatron]

Neil Finn is one of the greatest and most humble songsmiths of our time. I was a childhood fan of Split Enz and was saddened by that band's break-up. While a very different type of outfit, Crowded House quickly became another favourite of mine. Sadly, I'm yet to see them play live. I wish I'd gone to their Festival Hall concert in 1988... Much, much sadder was the tragic loss of drummer Paul Hester. I'm still yet to see Crowded House play live, although their farewell concert from Sydney Opera House was great on the telly! To see Neil reform the band with original bassist Nick Seymour, the original keyboard/organ player from the debut album recording, their brilliant producer and collaborator Mitchell Froom as well as Neil's two sons Liam and Elroy is such a beautiful thing. So many superb songs. One day, I will see them live. x

[@alpeach9480]

Stay positive, Bro !!