I sought this particular performance out because someone in the comments of another video said this was one of the best live performances ever, and I was not disappointed.
Little bit of something for everybody..If you don't like their early, fast paced punk style, their later music is a depature but still amazing in it's own right.
How many of us were introduced to this song from the the 1996 movie twister? I was only 9 at the time but I always thought it was badass. This is the most raw and energetic version that exists live.
the way he hits the high note in "i don't wanna live in here alone" is amazing this video makes me so reminiscent of the 90s and rock and music and my own life and surroundings at the time, i don't think ill ever forget that
Used to watch these guys in the mid 80s at the Continental in downtown Buffalo NY. They were more of a punk band then running around like idiots on the stage. Glad to see that they have become successful. Rob Takac is a great guy too as is his whole family. Graduated 2 years behind him at West Seneca East HS.
Probably the best live video and performance of this song..The audio, timing, vocals and instruments are all on point operating as one well oiled machine...Especially as far as the 1990's late night performances go. Johnny has such a great, natural rock voice..Auto tune not included.
I revisit this video every so often, it's a touchstone for me. Imo one of the best ever guitar tones, power sounds like this. I'm sad to say I don't know his name but the guy playing the Strat rules.
I can't beleive it took them 10 years and 5 albums to just get on national TV, also Robby was really chubby back then, he really shed off the pounds over the years. There old old stuff when Robby was then lead singer, they were pretty much early grunge/punk, nothing like they are now.
One of the best rock songs of all time.....and excluding this song, i wouldn't even consider myself a fan of the band. This is a utterly captivating performance of a timeless classic rock song........i really should go back and listen to the album this is from. :O
Submareefa It's really good, it's called a Boy Named Goo. Got the tape when I was about 6 or 7 (?) From my uncle. Now I own it on CD, tape and vinyl and it's one of my favorite records ever. Their last amazing record.
I love whatever they do. Ballads, heavy stuff. I don't care. I love them. And Johnny Rzeznik can do whatever the hell he likes as far as I'm concerned!
I was only 1 when this song came out, but i appreciate all of their music. A true fan loves all of an artists music. There is one thing i can say though, about things which get better with age- Johnny Rzeznik! ;)
Their current music fills the world with the class, compassion, sympathy, and peace that it lacks. Has anyone ever had the misfortune of hearing meaningless, worthless "music" written to show the sexual mood of the "singer" or some other thought of equal unimportance? Johnny does whatever he wants and he does so CLEVERLY. HIS lyrics that HE WRITES are some of the most meaningful lyrics in the history of music and even if someone encouraged him to switch his style to his current style, they sho
That solo had a total Neil Young sound to it lol..........or even if Chuck Berry had come from the grunge/post-grunge/alternative "sound" at the time :D
listening to their newer material, namely because it is so raw and honest and by hearing that in the music you can easily tell that they are writing and performing from their hearts, and by doing that you cant say that they have sold out, or that they've only done "what needed to be done in order to remain united as a band" or that they just became successful because "they chose to give the masses that they wanted to hear". obviously if they didn't mean what they were writing, than not as
They had the guitars & drums up way too loud so John had to go up a couple notches on his vocals. Not gonna lie, it sounded even better, felt like more emotion was pouring out Johns vocals. Classic GGD right here!
Long Way Down is one of my favs! I can't wait for their CD, Magnetic. Ignore Rebel Beat. They have some great songs coming out. I've been able to hear 4 or 5. Each one was awesome! One of them is Keep the Car Running. It sounds great!
@@davecarsley8773 he also used to hang out with his sister after school too! I partied w/whoever is code for we both were near a party at the same time and possibly made eye contact.
I think Dizzy Up the Girl was their peak. A Boy Named Goo is what put them into the mainstream. This is the best song on the whole album in my opinion, go GOO GOOs! %%
I like them very much! I mean "Iris" and "I Don't Wanna Miss A Thing" are the songs that turned me over to Rock, but after going back to their first album and listening to their latest albums, the Goo Goo Dolls started off as a rock band and yes I would like them to do more songs like this every now and then! Great song this is!
All of us either grow up, grow stagnant -or die. There are some bands that have made hits while they've grown stagnant but I think very few bands made bad music while they've grown up. The fans of the youthful incarnation may have grown stagnant. And that is a real shame.
The Goo Goo Dolls blow away all other power pop rock bands because they're honest and actually struggled against all odds to make it on sheer talent and undying will....unlike the corporate fake bands like Nickleback and Matchbox 20. I've been a fan of the Goos since '93.
i agree with you skiliznki, personally, i prefer their older material just because i prefer that type of music to some of their newer material, but that does not mean their newer material is bad, on the contrary, the songwriting is undeniably better and although they are making different music now, i believe like you that it is because they have grown up and matured, and so they aren't necessarily going to make the same type of music they made over 20 years ago. i still enjoy
This is the only song that I like from them, I saw them in concert about a few years ago at some car show and they were really good live! This is still the only song I really like from them, and I really LOVE THIS SONG!!! But you can't take away they sound great live!
One thing i would like to know from the people that dont like the goo goo dolls after "Selling Out" is, if they hadn't "sold out" would you like there music,because if you only dislike them just because they are big is bullshit reason. They write great music, whether its the 80s, the 90s, or today. It almost seems that the fans dont want there to be any new fans, which only makes them what? a bunch of selfish jerks.....yeah i think it does. Goo Goo dolls are epic hands down,stop hating on them!
I don't understand the hate. They used to be young and crazy, and made fun music. But as they got older they wanted to sing about real things, and a lot of that came from life experience. Their new album (SFTROU) discussed some harsh topics and they wanted their message heard. In the words of Johnny that album was "commercial suicide". So no way in hell are the Goo's "sell-outs". THEY'RE STILL FUCKING AWESOME.
The reality is that all of you would also sell out for the "payday"! Great band in the day who made it. Good on them. Can always go back and listen to the better days.
Remember when him and Johnny took turns singing tunes? Wow that was way back when....they were so cool for not sounding like one long love song like these days*lol*
@reenactor19th Very well put. It is rare to see someone as yourself posting as you have, especially when 99.9 % of the people are never going to put their pride aside, and see things for what they are from a bird's eye, not just front row. I'd always envisioned the last concert they do, going through all the albums and putting on the show of their lives. And I'd hope to be there to see it as well.
His voice actually sounds like what it sounds on their albums. Imagine that. Not having to use auto tune.
It actually sounds better in this live version for this song.
Totally unknown by most, but this is an all-time great live performance of any song by any band
So true man well said!! You can tell they are in the pocket!
BIG facts
I sought this particular performance out because someone in the comments of another video said this was one of the best live performances ever, and I was not disappointed.
When live performances were actually Live.
I was like ?? about the guitar tone at the very beginning and then !!!!!!. Love this song too.
@@Rattles02 the guitar sounds incredible
miss this shit!
Johnny's voice in 1996 was pure power...What a great performance!!
who woulda thought this pop band used to be respectable punks. Love both their genres.
So True ...
He's right outta Paul Westerberg's ass. This song rips..
Edit: I indirectly made a fart joke
Little bit of something for everybody..If you don't like their early, fast paced punk style, their later music is a depature but still amazing in it's own right.
Love the exaggerated head-hanging-down pose with the long 90s hair flowing
They totally owned on this night.
I remember watching this episode live. When music was real.
I want to go back to a world where this song is brand new.
1996 was peak human existence so far, it’s been downhill ever since.
How many of us were introduced to this song from the the 1996 movie twister? I was only 9 at the time but I always thought it was badass. This is the most raw and energetic version that exists live.
I actually remember hearing it first time on 90210
One of the most underrated songs of all time from one of the most underrated bands of all time
Such a freaking banger and underrated song. This song is the epitome of 90s
This is the most 90s thing I have ever seen.
Just need to see a bunch of kids with dyed hair, baggy pants, and wallet chains, lol. Good times.
so sick, so raw
TWISTER is on my mind when I listen to this... Good old 1996.
the way he hits the high note in "i don't wanna live in here alone" is amazing this video makes me so reminiscent of the 90s and rock and music and my own life and surroundings at the time, i don't think ill ever forget that
WhaleCock212 nice comment
Used to watch these guys in the mid 80s at the Continental in downtown Buffalo NY. They were more of a punk band then running around like idiots on the stage. Glad to see that they have become successful. Rob Takac is a great guy too as is his whole family. Graduated 2 years behind him at West Seneca East HS.
Probably the best live video and performance of this song..The audio, timing, vocals and instruments are all on point operating as one well oiled machine...Especially as far as the 1990's late night performances go. Johnny has such a great, natural rock voice..Auto tune not included.
Solid drummer. Great time keeper.
This defines the 90s.
dude i'm 21 as well and i would kill to have the 90s back... goood good times
How are you dude? Its been 12 years since you wrote this comment and I hope life is treating you well
This song has been my favorite song since i was 13! I'm 31 now. GGD 4EVER:)
me, too!
Reginald Marshall Right on, brother!
I'm 51 and I love this song.
Me too and I'm 39!!
How’s 35?
I revisit this video every so often, it's a touchstone for me. Imo one of the best ever guitar tones, power sounds like this. I'm sad to say I don't know his name but the guy playing the Strat rules.
This is their best song ever
Been a fan since 96
I can't beleive it took them 10 years and 5 albums to just get on national TV, also Robby was really chubby back then, he really shed off the pounds over the years. There old old stuff when Robby was then lead singer, they were pretty much early grunge/punk, nothing like they are now.
One of the best rock songs of all time.....and excluding this song, i wouldn't even consider myself a fan of the band. This is a utterly captivating performance of a timeless classic rock song........i really should go back and listen to the album this is from. :O
Submareefa It's really good, it's called a Boy Named Goo. Got the tape when I was about 6 or 7 (?) From my uncle. Now I own it on CD, tape and vinyl and it's one of my favorite records ever. Their last amazing record.
@@JayZombie1216 Gutterflower is pretty good
An ex-boyfriend of mine bears a striking resemblance to John and he was a musician. So this brings back many memories. I love the Goo Goo Dolls.
This song is fuckin awesome. Great performance. They sound so good here. Love those guitars. Great vocals too.
From UK seen few times ! Prefer earlier stuff! Still have original cover ! Bit with jam in his face!
I went to West Seneca East High School near Buffalo NY with Robbie Takac. Great down to earth guy.
what a stunning n crackin voice he had earlier now is soft
still they are awsm
Johnny sounds GREAT here...best live performance of Long Way Down that I've heard by far
I love whatever they do. Ballads, heavy stuff. I don't care. I love them. And Johnny Rzeznik can do whatever the hell he likes as far as I'm concerned!
There's just so much pain in this song. I wish I had the creativity to relay it as well as these guys do.
Greatness that echoes in the vastness of eternity.
Once awesome will always be awesome! ;-)
OMG what a beauty Reznick is
I was only 1 when this song came out, but i appreciate all of their music. A true fan loves all of an artists music. There is one thing i can say though, about things which get better with age- Johnny Rzeznik! ;)
We didn’t know what we had.
I remember watching this on TV. Always loved this song and this album.
Johnny hits a couple bad notes in the into..... which makes this even more badass!
Nothing sexier than 90s Johnny! Oh my gosh, Judy the way he plays the guitar is too much to take
This always has been and always will be the only Goo Goo Dolls song that has mattered to me.
Absolutely love this version.....💯
I like ALL of their stuff, old and new...loud and sappy. Just great and versatile musicians!
His voice is unique
great song. Awesome Band!
Their current music fills the world with the class, compassion, sympathy, and peace that it lacks. Has anyone ever had the misfortune of hearing meaningless, worthless "music" written to show the sexual mood of the "singer" or some other thought of equal unimportance? Johnny does whatever he wants and he does so CLEVERLY. HIS lyrics that HE WRITES are some of the most meaningful lyrics in the history of music and even if someone encouraged him to switch his style to his current style, they sho
Naked is awesome. I really like "Ain't that Unusual"
"We're gonna keep goin' until this shit stops."
Love this....He has such an awesome voice!
Mitch Hedberg is a fantastic singer!
they are still awesome just saw them !
haste the day lead me here
My favorite Goo Goo Dolls song! They sound and look awesome!
Damn Johnny is SOOOOOO HOOOOOOT!! (screaming my lungs out)
NOW, this is energy...luv the guitar solo
Amazing
LOOONNNGG WAYYY DOWNNN
I DON'T THINK I'LL MAKE IT ON MY OWNNNNN
That solo had a total Neil Young sound to it lol..........or even if Chuck Berry had come from the grunge/post-grunge/alternative "sound" at the time :D
With body language of kurt, that shit was dope af tho
dam they fucking rocked , i miss the 90s long live the 90s
He's got an awesome haircut.
John Rzeznik has said he is proud of every song he has every written and doesn't bash his own music.. unless he's kidding around.
best song ever
listening to their newer material, namely because it is so raw and honest and by hearing that in the music you can easily tell that they are writing and performing from their hearts, and by doing that you cant say that they have sold out, or that they've only done "what needed to be done in order to remain united as a band" or that they just became successful because "they chose to give the masses that they wanted to hear". obviously if they didn't mean what they were writing, than not as
I'm 21 all I had was my brother's albums when I was little cause I didn't know shit about music. Thank god my brother did, he had this album.
They didn't sell out they evolved!!!!!!!!!!!
I didn’t think Robby owned shoes😅. Great song!
One of my all time favorite songs by them...Love that CD!! Boy Named Goo rocks!! Man...they sound great here...
Those guys keep jumpin around like that somebodys gunna put an eye out. Outstanding performance :)
Epic !!!
holy shit i just realized this song was in the movie TWISTER. ive watned to know what this song was for the longest damn time!
These guys rocked back then. :D And contrary to what people are saying around here, they STILL ROCK NOW!! :D
They had the guitars & drums up way too loud so John had to go up a couple notches on his vocals. Not gonna lie, it sounded even better, felt like more emotion was pouring out Johns vocals. Classic GGD right here!
Long Way Down is one of my favs! I can't wait for their CD, Magnetic. Ignore Rebel Beat. They have some great songs coming out. I've been able to hear 4 or 5. Each one was awesome! One of them is Keep the Car Running. It sounds great!
Love Letterman and really love the Goo Goo Dolls and love this kick ass song!!!💞💋💞
that's Johnny's real nose...went to high school with him..partied together
When telling a lie to make yourself appear cooler than you actually are, you nearly always end up looking worse than when you started....
@@davecarsley8773 he also used to hang out with his sister after school too! I partied w/whoever is code for we both were near a party at the same time and possibly made eye contact.
This was my song back in the day....and had their CD.
I think Dizzy Up the Girl was their peak. A Boy Named Goo is what put them into the mainstream. This is the best song on the whole album in my opinion, go GOO GOOs! %%
This song is beautiful...
This song and The Band FKN Rock, HELL YEAH..
I like them very much! I mean "Iris" and "I Don't Wanna Miss A Thing" are the songs that turned me over to Rock, but after going back to their first album and listening to their latest albums, the Goo Goo Dolls started off as a rock band and yes I would like them to do more songs like this every now and then! Great song this is!
All of us either grow up, grow stagnant -or die. There are some bands that have made hits while they've grown stagnant but I think very few bands made bad music while they've grown up. The fans of the youthful incarnation may have grown stagnant. And that is a real shame.
The Goo Goo Dolls blow away all other power pop rock bands because they're honest and actually struggled against all odds to make it on sheer talent and undying will....unlike the corporate fake bands like Nickleback and Matchbox 20.
I've been a fan of the Goos since '93.
Hell yeah I miss the 90's!
twister movie
i agree with you skiliznki, personally, i prefer their older material just because i prefer that type of music to some of their newer material, but that does not mean their newer material is bad, on the contrary, the songwriting is undeniably better and although they are making different music now, i believe like you that it is because they have grown up and matured, and so they aren't necessarily going to make the same type of music they made over 20 years ago. i still enjoy
These guys are like the pop version of drivin n cryin
This is the only song that I like from them, I saw them in concert about a few years ago at some car show and they were really good live! This is still the only song I really like from them, and I really LOVE THIS SONG!!! But you can't take away they sound great live!
One thing i would like to know from the people that dont like the goo goo dolls after "Selling Out" is, if they hadn't "sold out" would you like there music,because if you only dislike them just because they are big is bullshit reason. They write great music, whether its the 80s, the 90s, or today. It almost seems that the fans dont want there to be any new fans, which only makes them what? a bunch of selfish jerks.....yeah i think it does. Goo Goo dolls are epic hands down,stop hating on them!
Kick ass song.
I don't understand the hate. They used to be young and crazy, and made fun music. But as they got older they wanted to sing about real things, and a lot of that came from life experience. Their new album (SFTROU) discussed some harsh topics and they wanted their message heard. In the words of Johnny that album was "commercial suicide". So no way in hell are the Goo's "sell-outs". THEY'RE STILL FUCKING AWESOME.
love the whole band but i like the bassist, dude has style.
Fuck Yeah! They still rock my world!
Real deal rock and roll band.
The movie Twister helped push this song more mainstream!!
Maybe I was just able to put in words what a lot of thinking rock fans feel. Thanks for the compliment!
god! how great can a rock band get? thanks for this video and thanks to letterman for showing rock'n groups like this!
The reality is that all of you would also sell out for the "payday"! Great band in the day who made it. Good on them. Can always go back and listen to the better days.
I didn't realize that this song came from them.. I liked it the first time i heard from the movie Twister?
Remember when him and Johnny took turns singing tunes?
Wow that was way back when....they were so cool for not sounding like one long love song like these days*lol*
@reenactor19th
Very well put. It is rare to see someone as yourself posting as you have, especially when 99.9 % of the people are never going to put their pride aside, and see things for what they are from a bird's eye, not just front row. I'd always envisioned the last concert they do, going through all the albums and putting on the show of their lives. And I'd hope to be there to see it as well.