Tears For Fears - Ideas As Opiates (Live 83)

[@Butterflyneverlands]

And to think that Roland's father thought his voice wasn't good... thank goodness, Roland didn't listen and kept going. His voice gets me through the day, every day.

[@ria9874]

EVERY DAY

[@worldsbest91]

wow, he possibly even sang that better than the album version

[@SwiggyG]

same

[@Butterflyneverlands]

IMHO, Curt has a nice, soothing, but sometimes almost sorrowful, voice, while Roland's hypnotic and powerful voice reaches one's soul in a way that very few can. Again, opinions vary and that is what is wondeful about having a venue to express what you think.

[@ria9874]

I feel that way exactly. Roland is a master of lyrics of voice and of talent

[@sitazin]

i feel similar way, i feel like Curt gives me a very melancholic and deeply soothing sound that i love and then Roland provides that powerful upbeat and rangeful sound that makes this a perfect balance of emotions 🥰

[@sitazin]

but i have to say both of thier voices are hauntingly good i can’t stop listening esp w Roland’s voice like on the working hour

[@bubblevision]

A lot of people at the time thought that Curt did all the singing because his face was always promoted more and people saw him as the singer in the "Mad World" and "Change" videos etc.. But for me, Roland's voice is in a different league. So much range and so much power as he switches out of the falsetto. And yeah, Ian Stanley totally missed that note in the sax at the end lol

[@kane00000]

He just shrugs too haha. He's like.. well.. oh well.

[@Laura......]

10 years ago you wrote this. I agree totally. 😊

[@jpalvarez4972]

Roland was interviewed by Radio 5 in 2014 and said that Curt was the better singer in the early years, considered his own voice strained and unrefined. I tend to agree with him: Curt had a sweeter tone that was better suited to radio.

[@Quietstormusic]

TFF would not have made without it without CS.Get off your high horse. You probably wasn't even there anyway.

[@timcoe82]

Incredible vocal performance from Roland.

[@rgano1962]

Roland‘s voice is always on point.

[@elevenart]

Orzabal's voice range is phenomenal!

[@ria9874]

Yes I agree 🎉

[@xxjuiciixx]

He sings even better than on the album, so much raw emotion!!

[@sararodrigues1764]

Roland singing looks like an angel *-*

[@BakaGameplay]

Sara Rodrigues verdade

[@CamilaPradaTV]

To watch him sing is an honor, a pleasure. You can hear/feel The Passion (for his art).

[@jessiemorgan0510]

Roland what an amazing voice i'm in heaven when listening to tff

[@ria9874]

Absolutely

[@Sunchild714]

I keep coming back for Roland's voice

[@CeliaSaavedra-u9l]

Best album off the 80s ❤❤❤❤❤

[@bassatnight]

I remember seeing them in Bath mid 1982 before fame took over they were very committed and serious about their music and I was so glad it worked out for them. The rains still falling Roland ;-)

[@CeliaSaavedra-u9l]

🎉 Roland so gorgeous and handsome and talented ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@CeliaSaavedra-u9l]

Roland is look like angel 😇😇😇 is so gorgeous and handsome ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@auditoryarmory]

Yes, amazing. Roland...one of the best underrated songwriters ever.

[@detodounpoco37]

Those "off" chords and instrumental lines are fantastic!

[@glyn6170]

Starter for 10, brought me here. 80's/90's was my time. Teens - 30's. Never forget them.

[@CeliaSaavedra-u9l]

Roland is so gorgeous and handsome and cute 💕 ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@CeliaSaavedra-u9l]

Roland is so gorgeous and handsome hi look like a angel 😇😇😇❤❤

[@webwezal]

cometoanend, You hit the nail on the head about both Roland and Curt. I love Curt's lower range. When he sings like "mad world" EWTWTW he really grabs you. He still has that range and it sounds great!! I just think he working and playing with his voice most singer do. Roland has done the same thing too. He does not sing as low as he used either. I like Roland's mid-range. For me that is Roland's butter zone. In the video you could tell that not only he could sing but U knew he would last.

[@truthaintpretty]

This needs to be released on DVD (or was it already?). Hard to believe this was almost 30 years ago. Still love The Hurting and Big Chair. Roland is so underrated as a musician! Way too much talent to be merely categorized as another "80's band". Love 80's bands too, but these guys are more than that. Love Tears For Fears! This footage is a treasure!

[@kane00000]

Fuck tears for Fears is amazing. So is Donnie Darko if you haven't seen it.

[@bnmn6036]

I've seen them 3 times live what an amazing vocal range Roland has, wish you would tour UK one more time lots of fans still believe . Simply the best band of all time

[@steviehawkins1697]

You're so right. I'd love to see TFF live again, as only seen them twice, in '85 and 2005. Roland's voice is amazing.

[@ria9874]

Yes they are the best band of all time. It must’ve been fantastic to see them three times live. WOW

[@nancywarren]

Only a very talented person could pull this off!!!

[@badgyal9191]

Roland's hairstyle 😍

[@bgierat]

Such a powerful voice with great range and he still sounds great today!

[@ria9874]

Totally agree

[@toddmorris1858]

Such a wonderful song.

[@CeliaSaavedra-u9l]

Roland is so adorable and handsome and talented Man

[@alessialeoni808]

In 83 he was already married... AHHH I’M SORRY FOR ALL THE YOUNG GIRLS AT THE TIME THAT WERE IN LOVE WITH HIM !

[@raquelvega6288]

I know right!!! That's onr of the things that i love the most cause he got famous and all that but that didn't got on his head. There's even a interview where he saids that making his marriage work was his top priority. RIP Caroline Orzabal

[@240ups]

they get the most out of such small things, and they build upon it more and more. (ex.) the sax is used so sparcely yet giving us so much with what is given. Arrangent is the same way. Lyrics are the same way. It forces you to listen more carefully.

[@danielhoving4948]

that voice!!

[@seanconnors1613]

This performance needs to be seen by every single vocalist/ vocalist coach reactor.

[@aaron60aaron74]

I LOVE HIM SO MUCH DEEP IN MY HEART! I DRAW HIM EVERYDAY AND NAMED A LOT OF STUFF AFTER HIM! LOVLY JUST LOVLY I LOVE HIM SO MUCH!

[@ria9874]

I think this song is hard to find however I know for a fact it is my very favorite 🌺

[@hhokett]

This song is a musical work of ART!!!!

[@hamishdrake6166]

Still one of my favourite albums, almost 30 years later.

[@gummyworld6606]

A beautiful song with beautiful meaning.

[@chloebowiex]

probably my favourite Tears For Fears song, either this or Badman's Song. good band they were!

[@webwezal]

I love how raw and rare this video is. Good to see.

[@eminuspier5041]

love the lyrics on this song

[@CeliaSaavedra-u9l]

Roland look like angel 😇 and so gorgeous and handsome ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@nigel2568]

Thanks for posting. Just found this after getting my 12" of "Mad World". I had never played the ?B-side until today. What a great tune !

[@CeliaSaavedra-u9l]

Roland is so gorgeous and adorable and handsome

[@Jaime_Orzabal]

This song made me little emotional but im proud of that because i always move on with my life easier with these songs. The hurting is my favorite album because these songs from there makes me think back to my abusive childhood, im thankful for that because its therapy, with all these deep lyrics and meanings it helps me. I bet many people didint like this angel voice but this is amazing im obsessed and im proud that he didi'nt care and still followed his dream. I love Roland so much, he is my role model fr, i alwyas look up to him when i feel down. His voice and vocals are everything to make me feel loved. I just love him so deeply. He is special with a warm and lovely heart i hope he knows it❤

[@mkla_19]

@@Jaime_Orzabal you are so correct!🥺❤️‍🔥

[@Jaime_Orzabal]

@mkla_19 hii babe!!❤️❤️❤️

[@mkla_19]

@@Jaime_Orzabal hey bestie!

[@Jaime_Orzabal]

@mkla_19 hihi

[@newtothis0001]

have been searching 4 this since all my dvd,s got lost in house fire thanks 4 this

[@ria9874]

Sorry to hear about your albums

[@mightyjavy]

one of the best bands eva...

[@SIZZLEBIZZLE1982]

@DJTigerPaws He took the drum loop, Kayne West literally TOOK "Memories Fade" too. Hip-Hop today loves TFF.

[@davedzone]

I'm pretty fond of The Working Hour and from this album, Memories Fade

[@habana999]

not heard this for about 25 years - tears for fears were awesome great lyrics and music

[@bassatnight]

At 17 isn't Roland a little old for you? ;-) I think it's great that someone your age appreciates this music - it's very refreshing. Shame your not my age as there were tons of Roland lookalikes walking around England in 1983...

[@kimberlytuten8207]

So good. I want him to awake tomorrow and have it back just this good. Love them.

[@ellenfrantinnytaina]

Adoro essa música!!

[@The.Last.Guitar.Hero.]

My mates bird was chatted up by a guy in an airport once. She said "the bloke said he was in a band...Roland Orlazabal his name was...never heard of him" My mate and I nearly fell off our chairs

[@YamFZR93]

great song, i saw them in the 1993 Seeds of Love concert

[@CeliaSaavedra-u9l]

Roland is so gorgeous and handsome and talented ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@Laura......]

Baby Roland with hair that every teenage boy now wants.

[@YeshuaKingsKid]

Kirk and Roland really had the vision when they first started out....Totally Powerful! The record company wanted them in a small tight box...and it was downhill from there...

[@courbiselodie5829]

I love you guys tff ! Miss U so much

[@minerlito]

gret voice........!!!anthony de borja

[@cynthiaseraa]

Amazing❤

[@nesplayer94]

No one should fight about the video, why can't we just appreciate the music and if you don't like it, listen to your music.

[@melissastrawbridge]

I agree with everything that you've said. :D Roland woot! :D Gosh he's got a fantastic voice range! :)

[@Slightly_Bedraggled]

Happy Christmas 🎄⛄️

[@johnnycab8986]

dat sax solo

[@Gencoil]

He really played the hell out of that one note.

[@minily]

@twistedmahogany This performance made me fall in love with them.... I mean, become obsess because I liked them before but it wasn't as much as now. And I don't mind the audience. I think this was one of their best live performances, so emotional, so different, so new. Such a shame it wasn't released on dvd or something.

[@Slightly_Bedraggled]

2:20 goosebumps 😬

[@esmielawrence]

This was on 'Ashes to Ashes' last night, so cool.

[@mza1976]

Gary Jules might very well remake this song. He was at my house and it was suggested to him... Really nice guy, great singer.

[@CelesteK]

It's amazing that he went from this to well tamed married man with 2 boys. :)

[@SwiggyG]

love this

[@freekcerutti3926]

Roland delivered!!

[@ria9874]

AGAIN

[@Slightly_Bedraggled]

As always!

[@wbneo123]

Just pretend you don't see the clothes....fashion of the 80's is one thing I do not miss lol........once you just listen - pure bliss

[@seedsofluv]

wow...

[@Slightly_Bedraggled]

I saw somewhere that ‘ideas as opiates’ was almost the band name

[@KimNorko]

Totally awesome 😅❤!!

[@BakaGameplay]

cabelo do roland era muito foda, slk e o do curt tbm

[@RandomJane104]

@ria1313 I'll agree that he isn't the best singer of the two but damn he's a good bass player and I can't help but watch him when he's on screen, even when Roland is singing.

[@DefCutie]

TFF4LIFE!

[@Aprilsmoonchild]

2024 anyone?

[@dillpickledoe]

The Americans brought me here. I'm glad.

[@kbsmoka]

Yesssssss

[@brianhipol6651]

Me too lol

[@jbuth31]

Me too

[@MRH612]

Still are Chloe!!!!!

[@TheArrow1987]

lol I like your username "darkware" whenever I see a video from you I always read your username as darkwave. 🤣

[@TheDigitalslayer]

I think Roland's hair is just strange, but he does have good vocals and hits keys that Curt doesn't. They should play this on the radio because I have not heard this song before.

[@metalero1508]

@SIZZLEBIZZLE1982 yeah that song is Lust for Life

[@tylersragdoll]

I have to say Roland's hair styles improved with time. I do like this song though. Not much at first, but like duranduranbiggestfan, it's grown on me.

[@404UsernameNotFoundX]

he isn't gonna hit the high notes, is he? oh fuck he just did

[@batatatmbamam3264]

😢😢😢😙😙😙😙😙

[@SIZZLEBIZZLE1982]

@JEllismusic215 Please explain

[@SIZZLEBIZZLE1982]

I know Drake used this in a song, please leave those comments for HIS song, thank you.

[@lukkreung]

BELIEF IS OUR RELIEF WE DONT CARE

[@J222333]

@tfand23 Yes, a very appropiate sample for the song, in my opinion, and Drake and 40 did justice to it.

[@stoolpigeon4285]

Is that Ian Stanley on sax?

[@Slightly_Bedraggled]

Yup 😂

[@mza1976]

Such an incredible voice; like chocolate ambrosia drenched in honey. Like a fig in the thick of the tongue.

[@SwiggyG]

some people are born to sing

[@drinkallthesunshine]

Hair makes me think of Duckie-Pretty in Pink (when Jon Cryer didn't look like a boring turtle.) hahaha

[@jpalvarez4972]

Funny, the minimal arrangement and sax solo is very early OMD, before they soundtracked Duckie...

[@YM4EVR]

just the beat tho

[@firecracker187]

2024 ♡

[@nancywarren]

It's called FORM, ABACABA Ever hear of sonata form?

[@iArieeee]

@L0nghornfan25 yes lol.

[@jayman691]

Drake- Lust For Life!!!! :D

[@Butterflyneverlands]

What does papichulo mean? I had a friend years ago who used to call her boyfriend papichulo but forgot what she said at the time.