Wasted Years. Iron Maiden.

[@DroningFunduro]

I made this comment so that every time I get a like and get a notification, I come back and watch this masterpiece again.

[@pass_the_potatoes5629]

I gave you a like just so you could watch it again. It's worth it 😊 Enjoy!

[@obiwannut]

C'mon back & watch!

[@foxopoly]

🤘🏻

[@miltonrocha597]

venha!!

[@bambino100011]

Go ahead and click again :)

[@ryanmartin5668]

Lifelong Maiden fan here. I clicked on this because I expected a train wreck. What I got was the purest essence of that song I’ve ever heard. You, sir, have my apologies and my respect.

[@acmaiden5236]

Not gonna lie, I did the same... I changed my mind as soon as he started singing

[@ryanmartin5668]

@@acmaiden5236 dude has a tutorial on how to play this version. It’s my new obsession.

[@jacoblloyd3049]

same lolol this was beautiful 😅🥹

[@A.D.D.O.C.D.T]

Look at his wall ,it was always going to be a bullet train 🚄 🤘

[@theycallmehoz]

Couldn't have put it better myself. Beautiful rendition.

[@martindavd]

You don’t realize that metal songs can be converted acoustically, until it’s delivered by the right person.

[@lelin70]

A good song is good or even great in all settings🙏🙏🙏

[@erishkigal1]

I love Stuart's voice and the message he carries with his age. Perfect for this song!

[@briantrend7401]

Man this is great thankyou

[@echoesvayne9790]

.... I generally judge a song based on its ability to be transferred to another style and still have an impact

[@KohleKless]

Yeah,this is very cool,Bruce would be proud!!

[@thevaultedstate8876]

If i was a Maiden band member,i would put this man on the stage.He would have silenced a whole stadium.

[@thefitgm335]

Look at how many grown men are shedding tears in these comments (I'm one of them). This hit so hard.

[@stuartclifford8795]

❤

[@Earthangel63]

That’s cause we old people Wasted our Years and Money and now it’s really hitting home ( at 53 )😢

[@Rockett77]

❤

[@ricklivingston3774]

Stopped st :40. I'm at work.

[@scottsparks5214]

I may have got a bit misty listening to this. But I'll never admit it

[@skytrip5273]

The acoustic version with him singing really brings the wisdom out of the song.

[@juniordaddyman]

I can just picture a man that is a widower that lost his soulmate and is playing this song as a reminder to us all to enjoy everyday and not take it for granted😢😢

[@bcelgato2908]

​@@juniordaddymanI agree. I just lost my wife last year after 30 years together. So yeah, don't take people for granted, don't waste time arguing, and appreciate every moment you get to spend together with your soul mate while you can. I miss her more than words can describe, especially during the holidays.

[@kostaskarachalios-jt1wd]

@@bcelgato2908 You broke my heart man. Wish u to find the strength you need.

[@newcastlemusicstudios]

Same thought...

[@audieconrad8995]

Reminds me a little bit of Johnny Cash's version of Hurt...

[@Supe-for-the-soul]

At 51 and undergoing a mid-life crisis, these lyrics have finally taken on a hitherto unseen depth of meaning. And a large part of that is owed to how you delivered this cover. Thank you, sir. I realize these are my golden years. Love from 12,000 feet in the mountains of Bhutan.

[@stuartclifford8795]

Welcome to England Bhutan! 🙂

[@theGENIUSofART-understood]

bhutan! can i come visit. add me on line. geoffreycurrie

[@mikekolokowsky]

Did you come from Bhutan? I ask because running out to the mountains of Bhutan is what someone in a mid-life crisis would do to cure themself. If you start from there and have a mid-life crisis anyway... I don’t know. Run to a mid level city and get a meaningless desk job to find yourself?

[@Monomate360]

Ive had a midlife crises my entire life lol This is an excellent performance of a really life changing song 😎

[@thomasschuldt4557]

Love and light to you, brother 🙏🌞❤

[@jimshively1920]

I haven't cried in years...until today.

[@strangelet4588]

As a die hard maiden fan, this interpretation blew all the covers I’ve heard right out of the water. Well done.

[@kaihendriks9075]

same

[@NInjaTunazier]

Yes sir. Well done Stuart!

[@robertbarnes8327]

Same for me too.

[@groundbeef662]

Ive always felt that is a beautiful song and probably overlooked by most non metal and hard rock people as it's maiden, your version shows how delicate and beautiful it is.

[@Raphaelhigginbotham]

Same here

[@gcopp81]

LADIES AND GENTLEMEN: This man understands the essence of rock 'n roll .

[@dwad3ify]

That’s bc he’s old enough to have been there for it all 🫡

[@pistonport70ssm24]

Essence of life !!!!!! Not rock and roll🙄

[@pistonport70ssm24]

This is a folk version, learn your music .........

[@jgrn43]

Just lost my father. Life long maiden fan. This is amazing. I understand this song now. Stuart, you are a gift. Thank you sir.

[@stuartclifford8795]

❤

[@jupitercyclops6521]

Bro! Lost my dad (& my hero) 7 yrs ago. My experience has been this; It gets better with time for the most part. There are times when the sorrow is just as bad, but they're way less frequent & the duration isn't as bad. I focus on how fortunate I was to have him in my life at all. PEACE!!

[@mertbatuaktas6090]

I lost my dad 28 days ago and he is die hard iron maiden fan. Time heals I get it now. I'm feeling better and better.

[@BrunoHenrique-jr1uj]

Great great cover in accoustic! Your voice suits very well on that! Stay tuned mate Stuart! 👍🏻 🙂​ Yeahhhh@@stuartclifford8795

[@UnclePorkchop]

this is wholesome

[@stevecraig-ug3ec]

Tear jerker. We get old and think it's over, but every day is an opportunity to work our way out of the pain and into something better. Dang...heart breaking, but encouraging.

[@stuartclifford8795]

❤️

[@Patriot-up2td]

I’m 51 now and have been playing this song since I was 13. I’ve never thought to play it this way. You did an excellent job with it. Iron Maiden would be proud.

[@jimlahey5623]

This is shit.

[@TGSamantha091]

I'm 53. Maiden Fan Since early 80's. Love this version

[@chaz-mi1ch]

Me too! We must be about the same age! Rock on!!!

[@chaz-mi1ch]

Priceless! Thank you for inspiring! ROCK ON!!!!

[@alexandremagno6813]

Up the Irons! Bravo! Magnific! True!!! 😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮

[@slavisakovacevic5575]

I just hope Bruce himself, hear this somethimes in his life.

[@craigbrown1672]

Adrian’s song my bro

[@ketapillar]

Needs more cowbell!

[@michaelinnes992]

Brilliant song; Brilliant,heartfelt, inspirational performance. I listen over and over again. For those who seek😅 a better place and time. That lies ahead, not in our cherry picked imaginations of days gone by. Thank you for the time and persistence in developing your gift to share later in life. You inspire me to look ahead and achieve again

[@1001SHAD]

Air Raid Siren!

[@BigJiggles907]

Im 50......It hits harder at our age....and you sir....are amazing...

[@johnleachjr5610]

My thoughts exactly. Well spoken.

[@drewolm]

53 here and you’re right.

[@stillhuman4662]

Totally agree, a bit of experience adds real weight 👍

[@lgd1974]

I also turned 50 in 2024. Iron Maiden has been with me since 1988. This cover brings tears to my eyes.

[@JorisvanBeers]

@@drewolmme2

[@dandoolittle9685]

You're delivery is too perfect, I had to come back. This cover hits me emotionally like no other has. Well done sir, I hope you see how many people you have touched with this

[@stuartclifford8795]

Hi Dan. Yes it's very humbling and unexpected. It's so rewarding for me to share my love of music and receive comments like yours 🙂. Thanks for listening and commenting, it means a lot to me 🙂🎸

[@tiagorada]

I have cried only twice while listening to "Wasted Years". One of them watching Iron Maiden live, in the chorus, thousand people singing together. The other one was few seconds Ago. Thank you, man!

[@stuartclifford8795]

❤

[@ripwreckraceway]

@@stuartclifford8795 Amen to that

[@michaelsiciliano1253]

This is one of the greatest things I've ever experienced

[@stuartclifford8795]

@@michaelsiciliano1253 ❤

[@kainenunyabiz3525]

I didn't think I could hear someone make my favourite song even better with a cover... You fucking nailed it sir 🙏

[@LovingGoodContent]

This is what KZbin was made for. I adore humanity. I aspire to be this man's energy.

[@grunsfeldband777]

His soul is pure cried my eyes out

[@unijaggerflax2975]

KEEP THAT SAME ENERGY IS WILD

[@BahbahKaduche]

no..... this is what KZbin should have been made for..... KZbin was made for exactly the decisiveness it is!

[@birlupis]

I'm a 54-year old lifelong Maiden fan from Buenos Aires, Argentina, and I am bawling my eyes out. Holy. Shit. What a masterful rendition.

[@stuartclifford8795]

Thanks from England 🙂

[@jenniferk507]

Same here.

[@collinhall6583]

🥲

[@derivicus]

I'm 58

[@clappagemcphee]

Abrazos para ti desde sudáfrica, hermano

[@hopper1]

Sir, your performance of this song is fantastic. Thank you for sharing this with us.

[@NaamWaann]

I've been listening to this song for over 20 years, but it's only now that the lyrics have finally showed themselves and touched my soul. Thank you

[@1878reddevil]

I felt the same about the lyrics 🤘

[@mareker]

Same here

[@timothymelbinger4089]

Agreed

[@TomRamsayMusic]

Totally agree 🙌🙌

[@emmanuelbisson8978]

Very right indeed.

[@robertkay9871]

As a 58 yo Iron Maiden fan, I love how this guy has his own take on the song 😄

[@Octane_73]

Never too old to be cool. Great version of the song.

[@thelastrebelshow1627]

Something tells me he was cool long before he go old.

[@Marty-z1y]

NEVER underestimate an old man 🤘

[@allisonmackay3818]

How old do you think Iron Maiden are? 😉

[@alexdodson5545]

I’ve heard this a hundred times… it gets better each and every time!!! Iron Maiden should be so proud of this gentleman covering their song in such a beautiful way!!

[@mstevinson1568]

I'm almost 60 years old, an old Iron Maiden fan. Curiously click on this video. Brought me to tears. You are AWESOME! Please do more.

[@Lllllll76540]

Me the same...

[@Waltorian]

Me too. They were one of the bands that saved my life through high school in the early 80s.

[@CharlesFish-y8r]

Dude, RIGHT?!

[@shaynewest8757]

Or Adrian Smith who actually wrote it

[@grunsfeldband777]

Just cried my eyes out best performance I ever heard on KZbin . His soul shines through this

[@slawomirlitwinowicz6694]

Few years ago, while I listened that song, I was depressed. Time passed, and now I understand the meaning of this masterpiece. Greetings from Poland

[@JohnDoe-fz7hz]

Polish guy depressed? no cars to snitch 😉Just Kidding. Hope you solved it and being well🙌🙌

[@erishkigal1]

to jest w ogóle genialny kawałek, pozdrawiam!

[@stuartclifford8795]

Thank you so much and welcome to England. I'm glad you like my acoustic version of this brilliant song. Hope you're no longer depressed 🙂. Thanks for listening and commenting it makes my day 😊 🎸

[@carlgreen7981]

Really enjoyed this Stuart. I play guitar myself and this has inspired me to try and improve. Keep up the good work. 👍🏻

[@jasonbecker7899]

Beautiful cover. Greetings from Chile

[@navaskin]

I heard this at 14. I'm 51 as well. What a ride. This version brought me to tears. At 14 it was a warning. At 51 it's a beautiful reflection. Lots of crazy. So many beautiful moments! I'm celebrating life at this tender age. Thank you for sharing. This is in my rotation.

[@IDAddicts]

Well Said

[@michelleisaacson6069]

Same here. Was 15 when I heard it and 52 now....perfectly said

[@sjnix7044]

Somewhere in Time was my first Maiden show at (Scream for me) Long Beach Arena. What you just said is the PERFECT encapsulation of what this song represents both the original and this version for me at 52. I'm a little teary thinking about it but it's a good teary. :)

[@jongreen6422]

I also listened to this when I was younger this is a beautiful version

[@John-l1f4m]

Well Said,.... AMAZING Version,..I Was Automatically Drawn in somehow,👍 Thank you,I'm Grateful

[@leedobbs4973]

People saying metal can't be converted to acoustic, no BAD metal can't. Metal is such an amazing genre and this cover proves it, it proves that people dismiss metal at face value.

[@MrPauloteixeira21]

Congratulations Stuart, today you made a 38-year-old grown man shed a tear on public transport on the way to work with your brilliant interpretation. I've been listening to Maiden since I was a child, influenced by my brothers and whenever I feel sad, wondering if I'm living my years well, this song reminds me that yes, I am. Big hug from São Paulo, Brazil. Keep rocking!

[@stuartclifford8795]

Big hugs back from England. Thanks for your kind words and thanks for listening and commenting 🙂 🎸

[@willc8755]

Put a tear in my heart also🤙🤘

[@ProphetTomas]

I too shed tears.

[@ronenos2396]

Im not sure why but your comment brought me to tears…Life huh 🤍respect🤘🏼

[@stuartclifford8795]

@@ronenos2396 it's very heartwarming for me to know that my passion for the music and the words gets through to people. Thank you for listening and commenting it makes my day 🙂🎸

[@TheDudeAbides369]

I'm 60 and Iron Maiden is my favorite band of all time. Your amazing acoustic rendition brought tears to my eyes! Well played, man. well played...

same here man

[@TGSamantha091]

Indeed same

😶@@TGSamantha091

[@jeroendekker1053]

Same here man 👍😢 That was really the golden years

[@winx4930]

😫😫😫😫😩😓😯😄

[@stephanedorion992]

It's absolutely perfect. I was 20... doesn't feel the same 37 years later... Rock will never die.

[@AlexS-wv4ur]

I truly feel like this is one of Maidens most underrated songs. It never gets talked about but it's such a gem.

[@1REDRoCKER1]

Sounds like there’s a lot of us Maiden fans in our ‘50’s.

[@GonlinNocturno]

And 30's

[@JMat-wv5rf]

Mid 40s and hell yes

[@jayglanville8585]

And 60's.

[@damathequeen6434]

Mid 30s 😊

[@garymensurati1631]

70 yo here

[@reubensane5539]

I never thought an Iron Maiden metal song would make such a perfect melancholy, folk song ,beautiful.

[@The-Real-Blissful-Ignorance]

Check out Beth Patterson, she has a terrific cover of Wasted Years.

[@mikespearwood3914]

@@The-Real-Blissful-Ignorance Exactly what this reminded me of!

[@ShedDwellerMakerandRepairer]

Thats exactly what every iron maiden song is, just with a metallic twist.😂

[@joelsero]

Great songs with melodies do, regardless of the instrumentation. This concept seems to have been lost on at least a generation of popular and metal music.

[@jordanleblanc1379]

Lovely!🤘

[@JV-df9em]

It’s funny, I’ve been listening to Maiden my entire life, and I don’t think I ever truly LISTENED to the lyrics. Wow.

[@allisonmackay3818]

Oh I don't believe that. But some of their songs are sleeper gems, I agree. They hide behind the Powerslaves and Troopers...

[@LearnCompositionOnline]

This is their best. I don’t hear it for their e C D

[@pierregabiache4397]

Gentleness, sobriety, are rare in this society. Thank you for that moment of grace.

[@stuartclifford8795]

❤️

[@alan220781]

As a Maiden diehard I never realized how emotional and powerful the lyric is until I heard this magnifique cover. Well done Sir. Up the Irons.🤘🏻

[@whaackjob1]

That's exactly what I thought.

[@johnwagg1538]

This really puts a total different perspective on the song for me. It does seem like the lyrics hit harder. Great cover

[@mangdiddlesDOTcom]

Same here

[@johnoreilly9827]

😅😅😅😅😅😅😅😅😅😅😅😅

[@johnoreilly9827]

😅go😅d bless hi😅m he is correct 😅😊😅😅😅😅😅th😅e golden years😅

[@richporak]

I’m 51 and that was one of my all time favorite Maiden songs and this guy brought a tear to my eye. Amazing !!!!

[@cdbig9er]

Same here brother.

[@TimothyHuffGuitar]

52 here and yes...this was very emotionally captivating and moved me.

[@iraevans2013]

47… somewhere in time was my first maiden album. Ty

[@charliepearson1678]

Yup

[@pumpalBo]

48, same thoughts

[@451dskots88]

Wasted Years has always been my favorite Iron Maiden song... Sir you did this song some serious justice.

[@hieroglyfiharri4601]

This version is the best

[@danielcraveneri9269]

🤙😈🤘💜

[@planttrees2238]

My father listens to iron maiden religiously to this day. This has brought me closer to him in deep way. I've always rocked out to this song with him. He's not that much older than me, so we've grown a lot together as well. But this masterpiece really touches my soul. I'm gonna go visit my dad today.

[@stuartclifford8795]

❤️ hope he's OK today. Thanks for listening and commenting it makes my day 🙂 🎸

[@m_tal939]

Never heard any one do an acoustic version of a Maiden song. Makes you realise how great the lyrics are. Brilliantly done.

[@stuartclifford8795]

Thanks Steve. Yes indeed beautiful lyrics I agree. I'm just learning another Maiden song "Como estais amigo" which I hope to upload in a week or two.🙂 Thank you for listening and commenting it makes my day 😊 🎸

[@pedroteran5885]

There is a Maiden acoustic cover project with multiple albums called Maiden United. It had a couple of Within Temptation musicians and Damian Wilson on vocals, who was (or is said to have been, anyway) shortlisted to replace Bruce Dickinson when he left the band. For instance, their take on The Evil That Men Do is really good. Btw, great cover, Stuart! 😊 I'm very much expecting your Cómo Estáis Amigos.

[@frostillicusband]

​@@pedroteran5885there's also Nylon Maiden but those are mostly classical guitar instrumental covers, with occasional guest vocals

[@kevinmacleod6761]

Hi from up here in Alness in the Highlands of Scotland. That was a fantastic cover version. Very impressive.😊

[@Duncan8er]

If you watch the movie Spun, it has an acoustic version of Number of the Beast. I think Billy Corban was the music director for the film.

[@SavDog262]

I realize he’s living in his golden years like a boss!! Well done sir!

[@mediumdoubledouble9012]

This is what happens when you take away everything away from a studio version and see the skeleton of a song. Truly well written songs will always last no matter how basic it’s covered. This is a perfect example. I love it, this is the best way to learn any song. Break it right down to this, then build on it.

[@natmanprime4295]

this guy and ryan adams show me that acoustic is better version

[@cleberasilva1994]

I wouldnt say skeleton of the song, but the core, the soul.

[@keithpye2701]

Brilliant my friend

[@TortfeasorRedmob]

Brilliant, for sure. Cheers to this man.

[@briancolman4142]

Truth

[@venom6608]

My goodness, this is fantastic!! Iron Maiden lifer here and I'm blown away!

[@innocentvictim9920]

Probably the absolute best cover of this Iron Maiden song I’ve ever heard, cried all the way through it. Magnificent in my opinion.

[@ThomasCombs-zm8cs]

This is the best cover i have heard. I don’t mean the best cover of “Wasted Years”, but the best cover of any song ever.

[@stuartclifford8795]

❤

[@surfnslut67]

Yes it is by far

[@peatmarshnotfound]

I lost my father in November 2023 at 58 years old. I'm 31 and I never realized how our lives had been spent so beautifully until I didn't have him anymore. Thanks for this.

[@stuartclifford8795]

❤

[@Samurai78420]

Not comparing, but I lost mine in 2017. He was 62. My best friend and band mate since I was a kid. I'm still in the late stages of denial. My heart goes out to you my friend.

[@peatmarshnotfound]

@@Samurai78420 My father had lost his only 2 years before. I'm not sure he ever made it past denial. I'm learning to do what makes us happy. No point in us being unhappy if this is all we get. It is nice to know people understand. Thank you.

[@realjoakim1337]

Lost mine when he was 49. I was a bit over 20, now 38. He was a huge Iron Maiden fan. Love this version, many thanks for the upload.

[@steveraynor275]

Respect.

[@tomazpestotnik6906]

Sir, this is beyond perfect 🙏

[@stevebeck57]

I’m 65 years old and sat with my jaw dropped. I sent this video to my grandson who has 2 bands. He was amazed at the acoustic version.♥️👍🏼🙏 Great job!

[@MisterMeEu]

Me too

[@barrieprice7073]

Fantastic mate love the feeling you put into it

[@Lee-pf3bw]

Stolen arrangement but great result

[@Sixril]

@@Lee-pf3bw do you have the original arrangement please ?

[@Chrishagen]

@@Lee-pf3bwbullsh!t. Stolen from whom? Always one hater.

[@waynebeard4605]

I'm not sure what I expected, but this has me fighting back tears.

[@LiamGoodison]

glad it wasn't just me

[@lvonankel6152]

I lost that battle....

[@StillLivinginthewoods]

@@lvonankel6152 Me too!

[@patricemoniez]

I'm French, 55 years old... And I cry with this so emotional version... Thank you so much 🙏😭❤️

[@andreasasengard]

Same here

[@pawelmatus]

Just a fantastic rendition, truly amazed!

[@ScarbadosSlim]

As a 56 year old and life long Iron Maiden fan, can I say what an absolutely wonderful cover this is. As a long time sufferer of depression, this song helps me to focus on the positives and the love that surrounds me today and to let go of the negatives of the past. The original version and this beautiful 'calm' version echo the opposing states of mind I find myself in. From the bottom of my heart, thank you.

[@mystifyme7328]

I hardly know what to say !! 56 years, a guitarist for 35 of them. Wow memories..An excellent track, and brilliant version both in style and vocal. A treat Stuart. I salute you.

[@pacoonate2034]

What you said!! Pure talent

[@georgelaird8703]

Absolutely I love this version, Stuart you need a Ivor Novello for this pal 🎉

[@georgelaird8703]

Hopefully the band will reach out, knowing them they will,the humblest of metal bands 🤘

[@NewSlaveAge]

Ik geniet. 🥰

[@edufxwrc10]

I would do anything to have a father or a grandpa just like him. What a treasure you are, sir Stuart.

[@stuartclifford8795]

Thanks so much Eduardo. Yes it's nice being a grandpa 👍. Thanks for listening and commenting it makes my day 🙂

[@dextarantino9941]

@@stuartclifford8795 Seeing you say making comments makes your day just made my day. Thank you Stuart, for all the happiness you spread. Much love

[@albertoserra9313]

Grande interpretação! Forte abraço e boa noite

[@meraharjuna5049]

I use to perfom this song in a full version of. I. Maiden and givin all out as its very power melodic heavy metal tune... But just realize that its more than heavy metal - its full of calmness when heard u did with your soothing voc & guitar work... Simply amaizing sir...love & respect from 🇲🇾❤

[@stuartclifford8795]

@@meraharjuna5049 ❤

[@lacuevadeplissken3996]

Simply. I'm crying

[@oldsniper3322]

Brother as a 60 yr old metalist from the 80-2014 I must say this is the best damn acoustic version I have ever heard. And one of my old favs to boot. Well delivered and well played. This will bring a lot of meaning to many of our generation, that failed to understand it then. Bravo As a musician I'm touched, Thank You.

[@NickColameo]

When a heavy song is performed acoustically and sung with pure emotion, it shows how powerful the lyrics can be. Beautiful rendition.

[@dougjoha]

As a 52yo Maiden fan you sir brought a tear to my eye also with the beauty you bought out in this classic track.

[@simonecani9194]

Thanks for this Absolutely amazing 🥹

[@Idkwhtpsipto]

I am a 117 year old Maiden fan and I’ve never cried like this before

[@blackerpanther3329]

Lololol!

[@pasousam]

Alright Johnny, your time with Mommie's phone is up now.

[@timothyfavorite1875]

Noob, Im 147. I heard Iron Maiden perform at Queen Elizabeths inauguration.

[@HenriqueMinuzo]

Bilbo Baggins

[@tlowride2000]

Great job!

[@mosherj666]

I've been a Maiden fan 44 years, and this interpretation of Wasted Years is magnificent. 😁🤘

[@timopper5488]

This guy took an already great, introspective Iron Maiden song, and made it even more so by turning it into a melancholy folk ballad on acoustic guitar. Really beautiful work!

[@atsstockburn]

Been listening to Maiden Since 1980. My hat is off to you sir. I applaud you. If I could give a million thumbs I would.

[@Dav_Rock]

Im a 61 year old Maiden fan gotta say this was magnificent! Total respect to you Sir. 👏

[@pest5547]

I'm a veteran that has been searching for my wasted years. This hit home. Thank you.

[@Lllllll76540]

Same me.. 😢

[@jarenkiser8050]

Your a veteran, you wasted nothing my man!!?🇺🇸

[@VlogsNiKuyang]

@@jarenkiser8050❤

[@AlexJuanOrtiz]

Both my sons are Marines and we are proud of all of you

[@Indylimburg]

I feel ya. Listened to this one and These Colors Don't Run many times over there. OEF

[@boseidono]

i could've never imagined this version of the song would sound so original, comforting and nostalgic(?). this really is a once in life experience.

[@jymesbynd4931]

I taught myself to play metal guitar when I was around 12 years old. Used to know every Maiden song on guitar through like '92. Eventually went into live Production for a living and still do that. Hearing this non produced pure guitar and voice in this interpretation is just magical. THANK YOU FOR SHARING

[@thearchitect817]

One of the best Maiden songs. Beautiful and sad rendition. I appreciate your take on this. I just turned 50 and I’m learning just how wonderful life is now that I have wisdom to guide me. Songs like this cut into the soul and affect the listener in more ways than I can put to words.

[@jamesschmidt5813]

I wish there was a double like button. One like isn't enough.

[@MisunderstoodAnimals]

Thought something similar , I just couldn’t find the words , you got it

[@rhesreeves5339]

Well put. I agree totally

[@DarioMicheals]

Truth 🤘🏻

[@B0nezee]

You forget how beautiful the lyrics are to this song with how great the guitar in it is. This is absolutely beautiful.

[@kenduffy5397]

It’s a beautiful song because it’s the absolutely true! The older you get, the more you realize how you wasted so many of your years over worrying, thinking, if I could, I should, I can’t, I shouldn’t, am I good enough, I was wrong, she was right, all those years wasted away while you could have been living life!

[@brettluster7967]

Great adaptation! 1st time I really HEARD the lyrics. It's a KEEPER'. 😎👍🏼👍🏼

[@styxxtheanimal5720]

@@kenduffy5397 Well said, and yes my thoughts exactly

[@kenduffy5397]

@@brettluster7967 I’ve heard the song a million times; both on the album & live. However, I never really could make out the lyrics. There’s a lot of great songs that tell a story. (Storytelling through music, has been around since the beginning of mankind) After hearing every word in this lyrical masterpiece? I have zero problems with putting it in my top FIVE! Because I’m 51 & I’ve always been a worrier! (Not a doer) Had I taken the time out in my 20s & 30s to realize how INCREDIBLY short our lives are? (I didn’t start school until late) I’m a history major & it opened my eyes that our lives are nothing more than a nanosecond in this universe!

[@jimrausch6059]

I enjoyed it Stuart bravo

[@HD-Tech]

As a long time Maiden fan this was absolutely the most beautiful rendition of this song Ive ever heard. Bruce must hear this! Well done Sir, well done!

[@Terk131]

Go check out the new one posted from yesterday he Blaze era 😉

[@HD-Tech]

@@Terk131 That's gotta be my least favorite of all of them. That's putting it politely

[@Terk131]

@@HD-Tech I love the he 1st 2, the Killers tour was phenomenal

[@markhansjahrling5648]

This is A Gem !! 🇺🇸

[@CBT5777]

I believe Adrian Smith wrote this song. He should hear it too!

[@KrispyChickenGaming]

I'm not kidding when I say I listened to this with tears in my eyes. It was beautiful.

[@MARKIEBANUNCE]

Same here

[@apollo2010ism]

Me too!@@MARKIEBANUNCE

[@juliodavila424]

What a beautiful rendition of this Maiden classic. The song was always melancholy, so this acoustic version hits just right.

[@jasonlemere1683]

Well said.

[@TheFunkyKingston]

Category: When the cover surpasses, the original version. With much respect to Iron Maiden!

[@dandannerson5925]

I'm 49. Listened to this song a thousand times. First time I ever shed a tear. Thank you sir.

[@Lizrd46]

I'm 58 and same hear.

[@okcdan69]

same.

[@brunoramos4434]

Maybe the purest form of emotion in this version. My eyes are wet too

[@DM.98]

How much power with only an acoustic guitar and a beautiful voice...Thank you Sir you have my respect. Greetings from Italy

[@stuartclifford8795]

Thanks from England 🙂

[@hildebrandosantos3325]

U made me understand why Iron Maiden has millions of fans. You are a star shining in this planet sir. Greetings from Brazil!

[@stuartclifford8795]

And thanks from England 🙂

[@rotaesalq]

Stuart: - Thank you Iron Maiden. I love this song. Me: - Thank you Stuart Clifforrd. I love this song.

[@ІринаМамець]

The best acoustic cover of Iron Maiden 🎉🤘👏

[@stuartclifford8795]

Wow thank you so much. It gives me great pleasure to share my music, and warm comments like yours make my day. Thanks again 🙂 🎸

[@peterbos3487]

For an also great acoustic version of this song see the Dutch Artist Anneke, kzbin.info/www/bejne/qYK3hZybbpVmq5Y

[@TabuRobo]

Indeed!

[@PestreiterT]

My 14 year old me was blown away by the original version. My 40 year old is blown away by this! Amazing cover!

[@ryanharrison8412]

I JUST CALLED MY BEST FRIEND AND SAID THIS WILL BE PLAYED AT MY FUNERAL 🤘🤘

[@troutslayer3510]

My hardheaded sixteen year old self would have never given this the time of day in 1986...I'm ever grateful that as we age we evolve...I have been sending this vid to all of my ol runnin buddies....it is truly a work of beauty...and i listen to it as often as i surf youtube....

[@Lonederanger]

Got to agree with all the comments, I got my first Maiden album at 7 which was Killers and Number of the beast and been a super fan since, never have I heard a cover like this, gives a completely different feeling for the song. Nice work mate!

[@user-ii4vn8hw7z]

I didn’t know what to expect when I played this. It blindsided me and left this grown man in tears. I felt this in my soul. Thank you sir. Thank you.

[@shermanclark9757]

I heard that Bruce wanted to take the band in a different direction and do an acoustic album. Or maybe even go acoustic, I can’t remember. And as glad as I am they never did that, I am also glad you did. Holy crap that was an incredible cover.

[@MD71061]

Ain’t it funny that most of us would just brush past this video but I’m so glad I watched this. It was bloody fantastic. Well done mate.🤘

[@PacAnimal]

These lyrics are so much more impactful when they're recited by an older performer. Beautiful interpretation. Reminds me of how what Johnny Cash did with "Hurt".

[@scowlistic]

💯

[@DalePickett-d7c]

When he sings it, it's like wisdom being passed down to those who are just starting out on the road of life

[@luismarinosa4201]

Stuart, congratulations for your cover. It's great, I love it. Regards from Spain.

[@stuartclifford8795]

Thanks from England Luis. And thanks for listening and commenting 🙂 🎸

[@ErWo75]

The fact that he enjoys Maiden and learned the song is very admirable.

[@watnoudan]

Just a reminder, they started about 40 years ago. Its more of his time then most here at this point

[@euricorato1653]

The song came out when he was young

[@ErWo75]

@@euricorato1653 How could I know that he listened to metal in the past? No offense, but he was already middle aged 35 years ago. It’s more likely he was young when Ted Nugent and Aerosmith started. I’m 47. Maiden was in their prime when I was a kid. Most metal fans (in it’s heyday) were probably between the ages of 13 to 30. Maybe Stuart was the exception and loved some metal… although it was still just barely outside of the “classic rock” era.

[@stevebeck57]

I’m 65 and know every Iron Maiden song word for word. That’s why I was so shocked to hear it played acoustic. Well done fine sir.♥️👍🏼

[@miguelartziniega3356]

​@@ErWo75 Yo tengo 50 años. No hablo Inglés. Soy de Barcelona. Cuando tenía 10 años (1983), recuerdo a mi Primo - Hermano (con 14 años) correr por la calle con el Lp "Piece of Mind". Era el 2° Lp con Bruce Dickynson.....mi Primo estaba Eufórico. Recuerdo que tenía toda la Habitación llena de "Pósters" de Judas, Saxon, Motorhead, y uno que media 2 Metros, con Eddie en un Campo de Batalla y un Sable en la mano. Un día mi Primo tenía una Foto (tamaño?..revista....40x20Cm..?) y no sé porqué, me llamo la atención... Sólo eran 4 Heavys en un escenario, pero de fondo, en letras Azules, ponía: METALLICA Yo no lo sabía....pero ya no había vuelta atrás, mi futuro estaba escrito.....

[@wayneharris1361]

I’ve been a Maiden fan for 44 years, Dave is a dear personal friend. I’m sending this to him tonight. This is totally on point. I get it. Bravo🔥🤘🏽🔥

[@wayneharris1361]

i sent your version off to Dave Murray last night, he responded right away, he Loved it, Cheers!

[@chrisw5742]

@@wayneharris1361 That is super awesome. :-) This version is breathtaking.

[@Barbarosa1234]

@@wayneharris1361 wow that’s so cool of you to send this to Dave and awesome of Dave to respond and give the thumbs up - which this amazing rendition definitely deserves. So cool all the way around 😊 Up the Irons! 😎👍🏻

[@wayneharris1361]

i dont know Adrian, we've never met, but I've been a fan for decades@@NoName-sn3fq

[@tonypasma1707]

❤❤❤

[@zerozerohero7189]

As a man of 51 years, having loved this song since its release and now watching an older gentleman play it, there's something very profound about it all

[@joevallone7313]

I feel the same way. it kinda hits harder than the original.

[@9HNR]

That was beautiful, Mr. Clifford. Thank you for sharing. I wish you all the best for the holidays and a great 2025. Warmest greetings from Brazil! God bless you.

[@stuartclifford8795]

Greetings back from England. All the Best for 2025 and thanks for listening and commenting 🙂 🎸

[@Joe-tr4oh]

I'm 60 years old iron maiden rocks forever

[@RH-xs8gz]

I’m sitting here with my jaw on the floor. This is truly one of the best covers of any song I’ve ever heard. I applaud you sir for taking a great song and interpreting it in such an unexpected way. 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

[@stuartclifford8795]

Wow, thank you! 🙂🎸

[@ronwalker392]

This is a cover of Ryan Adam's cover: kzbin.info/www/bejne/Z5qllmhpp9p4Z8k

[@weeniehutjunior]

Im a huge Maiden fan, and I just randomly found this video. What a fantastic interpretation! I love it! You're awesome Mr. Clifford!! Much respect. oh......and one more thing: up the irons! wooooo!

[@crespincortez3945]

I have heard this song a million times and once I heard an acoustic version of this song while an aging Gen X, The song had a different feel and meaning. When your young you have all of this excitement and energy about life, this song rocked, now that things are slowing down and entering old Golden Years, the song has matured with life and the acoustic version makes it fit well. I will try to learn this version, awesome job my friend.

[@stuartclifford8795]

If you look in the description notes there is a link to my tutorial. Good luck and thanks for listening 🙂

[@jtig75]

Well said! I'm right there with you...

[@metal-marco]

My wife just came in to hear who is singin so beautifully (She's a singer herself). Thanks for an emotional moment. It sounds very honest.

[@stuartclifford8795]

From the heart 🙂 Thanks for listening and commenting and thanks to your wife too. I'm so glad my music is shared in this way 🙂🎸

[@chubbrock659]

What does that mean? “Sounds honest”

[@stuartclifford8795]

@@chubbrock659 from the heart ❤ 🙂🎸

[@metal-marco]

@@chubbrock659 Thats what it says: If he was a 14 year old upperclass insta-addict singing about "wasted years" i wouldn't believe him....;)

[@chubbrock659]

@@metal-marco gotcha, that makes sense

[@jst928994]

I'm 56 years old and have played guitar since I was a child. I was also a huge iron maiden fan during my youth. I do believe this is one of the best covers that I have ever heard, not only of an iron maiden song but of covers in general. Your arrangement and vocal Harmony are truly superb on this Sir. Thank you for this you have made my day a lot brighter.

[@frankpfau9054]

a good song stays a good song even with other instruments and arrangements… very great job btw… catches the deepest essence of this tune…

[@david894]

I am a Maiden die hard fan. I saw them live in 1986 with the Somewhere in Time album, and of course love Wasted Years. I am a bit of a purist, but I have to say this version is an absolutely beautiful rendition of a great classic. Well done sir!!! I enjoyed it immensely. Thank you.

[@torreyamrhein4089]

I saw them same tour. Market Square arena in Indianapolis. They truly gave us their best in my opinion.

[@thorstenm4119]

i see it Ruhrstadion, Bochum, Germany on August 28, 1988 from the Seventh Tour , i was 17 years old , greats germany

[@ROBSWEENEYII]

Can u imagine this old guy with clive burr