@@michaelwalker5102 I agree but do think piano at end feels same. I still remember the scene in the movie with the actor playing that part. Im 47yrs old so i was like very little and still remember it.
Not on my song list-- it is neither underrated nor underappreciated-- I listen to it quite frequently-- the WHOLE album is awesome!! One of the most memorable and NEVER forgotten. I have the soundtrack.
Rhode Islander here. In the 80's. My friends n myself followed beaver brown. Viewed them at so many different venues. Great band great sound 69 yrs old here. I never tire of their music. Dark side. Tender years. Rock on. 2024
I watched Eddie and the cruisers about a million times .. not so much because of the storyline but because I loved the music.. then i bought the album ❤
Check out the music from Eddie and the cruisers 2 Eddie Lives. Music is just as good.. never got any air play. Movie is also good. I think you will like the sequel
People wrongfully compared them to Bruce Springsteen, saying that they were trying to copy him. This guy (John Cafferty) had a far greater voice, imho! He sang on the Rocky IV soundtrack 'Heart's on Fire.'
My mom passed back in March and this was her favorite song. We send her off while we played this song. One of those songs that calms you down and think of life...RIP MAMA.
Saw them live last night at the Stone Pony in Asbury Park. Still every bit as good as they were almost 40 years ago. A real treat. Catch ‘em if you can.
One of the best rock 'n roll saxes ever! These guys rock. My wife calls this "beach music" and she's always hounding me to go to the beach when she hears this. One of the best sounding "oldies" bands of all times.
Beach music or Carolina Beach music originated at Myrtle Beach and Folly Beach in the late 1950's. It is basic R&B taken to the next level. Being from Charleston, SC I'm just a little bit biased about my beach music....haha.
Someone used to play this loud out their window on Friday afternoons in a UW-Madison neighborhood back in the 80''s. Even then we knew...brings fricken tears to my eyes.
This song reminds of a more innocent time in our lives...the excitement of early Rock N Roll, the dances, the crusin' down the main drag, the slumber parties and sneaking out late to be with friends...love those days and those times. Thanks to you John for this song.
In my honest opinion this has to be a underrated song and doesn't get due credit, does that make sense to anyone? I am 54 and have listened to a lot of music over the decades, it just has a pure and simple sound, great voice by John, not overdone in any way, just a glorious song.
It is fantastic it comes on and I find myself lost in jr high school again and the music just takes me away and the next thing you know its hours later
I watched Eddie and the cruiser as a kid and for the longest time I thought they were a real band. I still see Michael Paré singing these songs. John Cafferty and the beaver brown band love them❤
John is where springsteen started sticking his jaw foreword and started doing the shoulder shake , it looks natural when John does it , kinda stupid looking when bruce over-does-it
I do not think that any other song, that has ever ever existed, or ever will exist, can satisfy my feelings the way that tender years always has, and always will
The sad thing is, they cut off the ending of this video. I saw it on MTV back in the day, and at the end, the piano player trails off, then takes the cigarette out of his mouth and blows a cloud of smoke out. That one gesture manages to capture all the nostalgia, regret over lost youth and innocence, the bittersweet feeling of an adult looking back on youth that this song is all about.
I was watching the video, and all of a sudden a memory came rushing back of having seen that scene you described. I used to catch this song all the time from the movie until I saw it on VH1 for the first time so many years later. I DO remember what you described! Awesome! Thanks for bringing that back! Love and music, bro! Find a sweet lady for the beach!
Tremendous songwriting. Used to see these guys at the Jersey Shore late 70's, early 80's. THE best bar band I've ever seen. They'd get the place rockin'...everyone involved...and when the night was over you'd leave with your soul renewed! They were that great.
The Fastlane Shows from 79-81 were some of the best live gigs I've ever seen. They played most every holiday weekends. Special guests that joined them included Joe Jackson, Bruce, Gary Tallent, Mad Dog Lopez, Southside, LaBamba, Kevin Kavanagh.
I don't care who you are you listen to this song it will make you think of past moments and forgotten times that you've had and maybe even times that you're going to have ..truly a Emotional roller coaster.
Saw them in concert back in 88. This was the last song. The lead singer told the audience that if they believed in themselves that they would go far or something to that effect. But it meant alot to me as a person. Then they played this song and it was very emotional, to me at least.
This song holds a few deep seeded memories for me beyond just the movie. Every time I hear it, I still cry to this day thinking about how much the memories mean to me. Thank you John
I never get tired of hearing this, no matter how many years have come and gone. I had the pleasure of sharing a stage with John and his band and ended up befriending his sax player 'Tunes', best damn sax player I ever met but above all, an amazing human being. I melt every time I hear his solo, such a talent. How lucky was I? Love You Guys, Much Respect, Love, Mama Dee
This was put on the Eddie and the Cruisers soundtrack, this guy and his band called John Cafferty and the Beaver Brown Band. They did all the songs on and that soundtrack, if you look up Eddie and the Cruisers, you'll see the whole soundtrack, that whole soundtrack, and movie was great, and part of my childhood growing up in the 80s, born in 78. I'm a metal head, but I like good rock bands no matter what. These guys were great. They should have been bigger than they were.
Played some saxophone in gradeschool and middle school. This solo was the dream for me. To be able to play like that let alone write it would have been the crowing achievement.
This is a long-standing favorite of mine. I had the DJ play it while my wife and I danced to it at our youngest daughter;s recent wedding. The sax is really special.
John,, I owe you an apology,😟, you and the band played for us all night at our senior class trip to geauga lake amusement park,, I wish I could go back soo much. I went to school with the most spoiled brats of privilege in country. The graduation class of Port Clinton oh, 1989. I am sorry ,, so regret not trying to hang with you guys. I had mabey 2 or 3 friends in the whole class. We always rocked, and just wish I would have taken the time to hang
I have always loved this band. They’re originally from my state of Rhode Island. When I graduated high school in 1977, they played at our Senior Banquet.
Still listening in April 2022!! This song never gets old. I love John Cafferty and the beaver brown band! What an awesome and huge catalog of great songs they have. Truly talented!
Can’t hear this song without having so many great memories flash through my mind. Can’t hear it without dancing to it !!! Forever a great song ! ❤️👍👏👏👏🙏
I used to watch this movie with my dad and uncle. I have been playing music for 20 years. Looking back, I think Eddie and the cruisers inspired me to play music and pick up a guitar. I miss you, Dad and Uncle Brian life sure goes by quickly. I have to say that's one of the best damn saxophone solos I've ever heard every note I can feel in my soul, and my heart hurts, but I can't help but listen again and again.
Growing up in RI and seeing him on the beach chillin at Roy Carpenters Beach where he owns a cottage and I spent many summers as a teen in the 80's at the same beach and my grandparents owing a cottage was awesome. He plays locally all the time. Amazing song!
The vocals and the music come together to carry you away on your own fond memories of your personal Tender Years. John's voice and the band's music were the Perfect Storm of perfection.
I had a business and lived in Key West from 1993 - 2006 The Conch Republic Seafood Company, right next to Key West Bight at the end of Greene St, booked The Beaver Brown Band one weekend night. My employees and I thought it was Christmas!!!! At no point were there more that 20 people in the bar that evening though.....? I stayed, as they played all night, several sets, and no cover charge. Duval Street however, was packed with Tourons watching yet another guitar player bang out endless Jimmy Buffet songs, whilst 20 or so of us, enjoyed a treat of a lifetime a few hundred yards away. A great band, with great songs!
I agree with you ! This song is Eddie 😢 if it doesn’t bring you a tear in your eye when you hear it & listen to it then you’ll never know how impacting this song is we all are great fans brother 👍
When I first heard this, it was in college in the early '80's. Just thought it was a good song. Didn't give any thought to the true meaning. Had my whole life ahead of me. Now, in my early 60s, the sentiment just slaps you in the face.
John cafferty and the beaver brown band is coming to my work tonight at PPAC..(The Providence Performing Arts Center)..one night looking forward to work...lol
If that sax player doesn’t give you chills,.. you’re quite possibly broken
or dead
Yes!!
@@michaelwalker5102 I agree but do think piano at end feels same. I still remember the scene in the movie with the actor playing that part. Im 47yrs old so i was like very little and still remember it.
then I'm definite;y not broken, lol.
This is one the most underrated and underappreciated songs ever...
Not on my song list-- it is neither underrated nor underappreciated-- I listen to it quite frequently-- the WHOLE album is awesome!! One of the most memorable and NEVER forgotten. I have the soundtrack.
Sadly yes
Yes it is! Awesome
Not by me
It's a beautiful tune, and always should be played to the end, like "purple rain"
2024 who’s here rocking with me and thinking bout the 80s and 90s and fighting away the tears cuz nowadays things are so different
Since 6am I been crying them tears. It's now midnight
One of those days ...
@@klyred76 today is now Sunday and I’m sure you’re feeling much better…. You got through it, and now you’re stronger
Words & Music 🤞
@@124BILLION no,but by Monday morning i was.
I'm here with
Rhode Islander here. In the 80's. My friends n myself followed beaver brown. Viewed them at so many different venues. Great band great sound 69 yrs old here. I never tire of their music. Dark side. Tender years. Rock on. 2024
I watched Eddie and the cruisers about a million times .. not so much because of the storyline but because I loved the music.. then i bought the album ❤
Check out the music from Eddie and the cruisers 2 Eddie Lives. Music is just as good.. never got any air play. Movie is also good. I think you will like the sequel
this 1 of my favorite songs
Marisol. The music is one of a kind. Not to forget! Beautiful music. Beautiful sound!
It's too bad you never saw the band play live at the beach in Narragansett. Best bar band ever saw.
great song
Eddie & the Cruisers is one of my all time favorites! In my Top 10!
Hello 👋 friend how are you doing today 😃 hope am not bothering you??
@@RandyC.McBride get lost loser.
Perhaps the most underrated and overlooked rock and roll band ever.
Quite possibly the most under-rated band of all time. True musicians. Fantastic songs. God bless JC & BBB.
People wrongfully compared them to Bruce Springsteen, saying that they were trying to copy him. This guy (John Cafferty) had a far greater voice, imho! He sang on the Rocky IV soundtrack 'Heart's on Fire.'
The Ron Paul Liberty Report.
THE most underrated band was Eddie and The Cruisers
Spoken like a true Rhode Islander
That's definitely your opinion. You should state it as that.
I freaking love this song and God bless John Cafferty and the Beaver Brown band
Missed the 80's, this song brings back good memories..Hate the world we live in now..😢
Same here
This is real rock. Bunch of blue collar guys jamming.
Words & Music.. 🤞
My mom passed back in March and this was her favorite song. We send her off while we played this song. One of those songs that calms you down and think of life...RIP MAMA.
Sorry for your loss, Erica. What a nice memory to have. Love this song, too.
What a sweet thing to do. His singing Is pure soulful hard rock. I love him.
The Ron Paul Liberty Report.
Sorry for your loss
Bless your heart
This song will NEVER die. It’s as timeless as any with very little acknowledgment! This is what music is meant to be
Still listening brother. 40+ years and counting!
Saw them live last night at the Stone Pony in Asbury Park. Still every bit as good as they were almost 40 years ago. A real treat. Catch ‘em if you can.
I loved living here till my girlfriend ODed
One of the best rock 'n roll saxes ever! These guys rock. My wife calls this "beach music" and she's always hounding me to go to the beach when she hears this. One of the best sounding "oldies" bands of all times.
Michael “Tunes” Antunes was the only band member featured in Eddie and The Cruisers. He played Wendell.
Have you gone to the beach with your wife yet?...GO!....Life is short.
Beach music or Carolina Beach music originated at Myrtle Beach and Folly Beach in the late 1950's. It is basic R&B taken to the next level. Being from Charleston, SC I'm just a little bit biased about my beach music....haha.
@@alarmfannh i didn't know he was really in the band wow!
@@alarmfannh Yeah, his name fit him well. I really love his style of sax.
Someone used to play this loud out their window on Friday afternoons in a UW-Madison neighborhood back in the 80''s. Even then we knew...brings fricken tears to my eyes.
Brings back so many memories of high school days, family members lost, days gone by but NEVER forgotten.
This song reminds of a more innocent time in our lives...the excitement of early Rock N Roll, the dances, the crusin' down the main drag, the slumber parties and sneaking out late to be with friends...love those days and those times. Thanks to you John for this song.
Hello 👋 friend how are you doing today 😃 hope am not bothering you??
In my honest opinion this has to be a underrated song and doesn't get due credit, does that make sense to anyone? I am 54 and have listened to a lot of music over the decades, it just has a pure and simple sound, great voice by John, not overdone in any way, just a glorious song.
67 years young here, one of the best...absolutely!
I agree all the way and I am in my 50s as well.
And I'm 70.
It is fantastic it comes on and I find myself lost in jr high school again and the music just takes me away and the next thing you know its hours later
I'm 63 and only found out about this Great Band by watching the movie Eddie and The Cruisers 1 and 2.
Brings me to my knees, my sister's favorite song. She died in a car accident and I'll never stop cryin! So beautiful!!
Am sorry for your loss
All my prayers
I am sorry
I watched Eddie and the cruiser as a kid and for the longest time I thought they were a real band. I still see Michael Paré singing these songs. John Cafferty and the beaver brown band love them❤
How about a request. Just a matter of time was a great song.
I hope you also caught part two EDDIE LIVES !
Why don’t they make bands like this anymore!!! Amazing talent!!!
Because....there is no true talent left. It disappeared in the 90's
i blame JayZ
Because the heart and soul are gone replaced by the machine
It's all Algorythms and Auto Tune now, No actual Talent. Sad really how Music has gone down the Shitter.
John is where springsteen started sticking his jaw foreword and started doing the shoulder shake , it looks natural when John does it , kinda stupid looking when bruce over-does-it
The movie Eddie and The Cruiser’s was a really good movie. I woke up with this song and the Dark side playing in my head this morning.❤️🖤❤️
My name Eddie too I watch this movie over and over again 🤣 my brother and mom used to be like anything else 🤣 brings back memories
Done this a few times hard not too With true soothing music for the soul
I do not think that any other song, that has ever ever existed, or ever will exist, can satisfy my feelings the way that tender years always has, and always will
Oh my that voice is so very sexy
The Ron Paul Liberty Report.
yeh, this song holds a very special place in my heart
Fuxk yeah brotha
Truth, big man.
The sad thing is, they cut off the ending of this video. I saw it on MTV back in the day, and at the end, the piano player trails off, then takes the cigarette out of his mouth and blows a cloud of smoke out. That one gesture manages to capture all the nostalgia, regret over lost youth and innocence, the bittersweet feeling of an adult looking back on youth that this song is all about.
Thank you for sharing brotha.
I never saw that... thanks for filling us in on that aspect of the video!
I was watching the video, and all of a sudden a memory came rushing back of having seen that scene you described. I used to catch this song all the time from the movie until I saw it on VH1 for the first time so many years later. I DO remember what you described! Awesome! Thanks for bringing that back! Love and music, bro! Find a sweet lady for the beach!
Well said
Can we not find a version that has that last scene?
Man could John cafferity sing.
Still can.
Yes he could
When this came out everyone thought it was Springsteen.. both bands from Jersey
@@Walter6078 Cafferty is from Rhode Island. In 2012 they were inducted into the Rhode Island Music Hall Of Fame.
@@geerterri i never knew that... i was told he was from Jersey. Sorry
Tremendous songwriting. Used to see these guys at the Jersey Shore late 70's, early 80's. THE best bar band I've ever seen. They'd get the place rockin'...everyone involved...and when the night was over you'd leave with your soul renewed! They were that great.
They still tour.
I saw them at Tony Mart night club in Somers point, used to hang out in Ocean City.
I believe it!!! You can just tell.
The Fastlane Shows from 79-81 were some of the best live gigs I've ever seen. They played most every holiday weekends. Special guests that joined them included Joe Jackson, Bruce, Gary Tallent, Mad Dog Lopez, Southside, LaBamba, Kevin Kavanagh.
David. Nailed it! Those shows at the FastLane were truly epic. Best rock n roll in a venue like that , that I've ever seen! 🎶
Makes me wish for those beautiful years now long gone.
So much life,aremembered like mist.
Tunes on the sax really hits me deep in the feels every time!!!
If I could take my family back to 1984 I would do it in a heartbeat!
I’m 65 and grew up up with so many incredible bands my hat goes off to all
I don't care who you are you listen to this song it will make you think of past moments and forgotten times that you've had and maybe even times that you're going to have ..truly a
Emotional roller coaster.
Absolutely!
@@natalierampone9750 some sense it can make you sad then a little bit of spark of embracing memory..
Easily one of the 10 most underrated band of the 80s
Absolutely true man.
This was my class song in 1985
Saw them in concert back in 88.
This was the last song.
The lead singer told the audience that if they believed in themselves that they would go far or something to that effect.
But it meant alot to me as a person.
Then they played this song and it was very emotional, to me at least.
This is simply an awesome song sung by a great singer and band. The sax player Michael "Tunes" is just incredible...
I have 57 chevy. Took my 2 boys to this movie, in the 80s...classic
This song makes me cry for my tender years. He has the best voice.
What a great song. It stands the test of time.
Damn if that doesn’t mellow you out and take you away to that place we dream of nothing will
I'm sitting here reminiscing Doug. Then I read your comment. You took the words right out of my mouth. Could not have said it any better.
This song holds a few deep seeded memories for me beyond just the movie. Every time I hear it, I still cry to this day thinking about how much the memories mean to me.
Thank you John
Eddie and The Cruisers brought me hear 🤘🏽
Love that movie!
I never get tired of hearing this, no matter how many years have come and gone. I had the pleasure of sharing a stage with John and his band and ended up befriending his sax player 'Tunes', best damn sax player I ever met but above all, an amazing human being. I melt every time I hear his solo, such a talent. How lucky was I? Love You Guys, Much Respect, Love, Mama Dee
I totally fell in love with this song the first time I heard it. I've strummed it thousands of times. Thank you John Cafferty.
👍👍
Absolutely one of the greatest bands ever and criminally underated so bad . These songs brings back so many 80s memories .
🤘I love you John Cafferty and the whole BBBand !! You make us Rhode Islanders so proud ⚓️⚓️⚓️⚓️⚓️⚓️⚓️
NEVER heard this but I'm blown away.
This was put on the Eddie and the Cruisers soundtrack, this guy and his band called John Cafferty and the Beaver Brown Band. They did all the songs on and that soundtrack, if you look up Eddie and the Cruisers, you'll see the whole soundtrack, that whole soundtrack, and movie was great, and part of my childhood growing up in the 80s, born in 78. I'm a metal head, but I like good rock bands no matter what. These guys were great. They should have been bigger than they were.
Omg, did you miss out
Loved the movie! DIG THAT SAX!!!
Yes yes!!!!
I graduated with Pat Lupo. Found out he just past away, god bless you my friend. Rest in peace.
This guy has a real nice voice I love all his songs
That was the dopest endings to a music video, ever.
Played some saxophone in gradeschool and middle school. This solo was the dream for me. To be able to play like that let alone write it would have been the crowing achievement.
This is a long-standing favorite of mine. I had the DJ play it while my wife and I danced to it at our youngest daughter;s recent wedding. The sax is really special.
That saxophone solo *sigh*
1/14/2024 stilling loving this gem
John cafferty knows how to write some good songs man, tender years, dark side and going to new york city.
This song is a masterpiece.
What a great song!!! Timeless!!
The best memories to the best music, thank you ❤
Hello 👋 friend how are you doing today 😃 hope am not bothering you??❤
I’ve been waiting my whole life for another human being to make me feel the way the last 45 seconds of this song does.
John,, I owe you an apology,😟, you and the band played for us all night at our senior class trip to geauga lake amusement park,, I wish I could go back soo much. I went to school with the most spoiled brats of privilege in country. The graduation class of Port Clinton oh, 1989. I am sorry ,, so regret not trying to hang with you guys. I had mabey 2 or 3 friends in the whole class. We always rocked, and just wish I would have taken the time to hang
I have always loved this band. They’re originally from my state of Rhode Island. When I graduated high school in 1977, they played at our Senior Banquet.
Oh my! The piano at the end...
Agreed
incredible
Still listening in April 2022!! This song never gets old. I love John Cafferty and the beaver brown band! What an awesome and huge catalog of great songs they have. Truly talented!
This song for its time sounds like something a band would play at a prom from the same time
How many of you out there use to go to see them at the Stone pony 🐎 in the glory days
Such a damn good song, and so many people are unaware of it.
One of the great ballads of the 80s,brilliant and beautiful song
Can’t hear this song without having so many great memories flash through my mind. Can’t hear it without dancing to it !!! Forever a great song ! ❤️👍👏👏👏🙏
Oh to be a teenager again and experience that first love 😢 so innocent
He was my favorite part of the movie.. I wish they still made movies like this. Back when ROCK N ROLL was still ROCK N ROLL.
❤️🧡💛💚💙💜
My favorite band who gets none of the respect they deserve
I used to watch this movie with my dad and uncle. I have been playing music for 20 years. Looking back, I think Eddie and the cruisers inspired me to play music and pick up a guitar. I miss you, Dad and Uncle Brian life sure goes by quickly. I have to say that's one of the best damn saxophone solos I've ever heard every note I can feel in my soul, and my heart hurts, but I can't help but listen again and again.
This is one of the Greatest bands out there. LOVE IT.
The sax player and the whole band is awesome!!!!!!😄😄😄😄
NOTHING LIKE THE 80's!! These guys have so many AMAZING SONGS!!! Under-Rated for sure!!!
🌷💕🌸💗
WOOOOOOW such an AMAZING saxophone player.....the most bad ass Romantic solo sax I've ever heard. My heart is melting right now 💕💕💕💕💕💕 just WOW
I went on my first date with my ex-husband to the Stone Pony and watched the Beaver Brown band, it was a magical night
...closer and closer
There was magic in the night... ;-)
Gotta love the sound coming outta that saxophone 🎷 major under watered band
"HAPPY BIRTHDAY IN HEAVEN MY HUSBAND;gOD KNOWS HOW I MISS YOU!LOVE;HUGS&KISSES SENDING HEAVENBOUND"
3:10..just close your eyes and listen.... perfection!
When the moon hung soft and low catching star dust in the light.....absolutely brilliant!
That song is so beautiful makes you want to cry 🇺🇸🤙
Growing up in RI and seeing him on the beach chillin at Roy Carpenters Beach where he owns a cottage and I spent many summers as a teen in the 80's at the same beach and my grandparents owing a cottage was awesome. He plays locally all the time. Amazing song!
Wistful nostalgia right there. The only reason I would want to relive my meloncholic teen years would be for the music.
The vocals and the music come together to carry you away on your own fond memories of your personal Tender Years. John's voice and the band's music were the Perfect Storm of perfection.
Hearts filled with fire, please don't go tender years ❤️
I think so many love this because of an young love without an ending .. Tender years & tender hearts.. Not to mention John's voice is perfection
One of the most underrated bands of all time.
It doesn't get any better than this band and songs
Absolutely some of the best music around even now!
Words and music. Great band. Great writing. Great singing.
Dats classic 100% soulful
彼らに伝えたい。遠くはなれた日本で1984年から2024年もの間、この曲がずっと心にあり続けた日本人がいたことを。
I had a business and lived in Key West from 1993 - 2006
The Conch Republic Seafood Company, right next to Key West Bight at the end of Greene St, booked The Beaver Brown Band one weekend night. My employees and I thought it was Christmas!!!!
At no point were there more that 20 people in the bar that evening though.....?
I stayed, as they played all night, several sets, and no cover charge.
Duval Street however, was packed with Tourons watching yet another guitar player bang out endless Jimmy Buffet songs, whilst 20 or so of us, enjoyed a treat of a lifetime a few hundred yards away.
A great band, with great songs!
I love this band they are just amazing and his voice just wowww 👍👍🤘
I love this song and I listen to it over and over and over and over again I never get tiered of songs by J.Caff
It’s hard to listen to this song and not think of Eddie and the cruisers
Eddie lives!
I agree with you ! This song is Eddie 😢 if it doesn’t bring you a tear in your eye when you hear it & listen to it then you’ll never know how impacting this song is we all are great fans brother 👍
It's hard to think of Eddie and the cruisers and Not this song .. Michael Pare lip synced it well
When I first heard this, it was in college in the early '80's. Just thought it was a good song. Didn't give any thought to the true meaning. Had my whole life ahead of me. Now, in my early 60s, the sentiment just slaps you in the face.
Then from our perspective now, please check out their new song Blue Moonlight Drive.
Gosh !!! This brings back so many memories from my younger days .
Oh my! Loved those tender years.
John cafferty and the beaver brown band is coming to my work tonight at PPAC..(The Providence Performing Arts Center)..one night looking forward to work...lol