Cold Chisel - When The War Is Over [LIVE] 

Hard to believe that anybody, anywhere, anytime could have ever called Cold Chisel “just a pub rock band”. This is a musical masterpiece!!!

This old veteran cannot listen to this great classic without having an emotional moment or a tear or two. Memorial Day is coming up soon, here in America. I served from 1966 til 1969. Many soldiers came home to nothingness , many never came home. All our well laid plans prior to serving were totally changed , but our love and our hearts remained in tact. We were just kids who had to adjust and start our lives over. God Bless the Aussie 3rd Brigade. You were and are special in my heart and mind.

Great song. Great Memories. And I am a New Zealander. We may disagree, we will fight on on the sports field, but come for us, pick a fight, we will stand together. Kia Kaha, Australia, New Zealand.

This song hits so deep in 2024. “All around this chaos and madness. Can't help feeling nothing more than sadness. Only choice to face it the best I can”. Powerful words.

New Zealand and Australia...we will always stand together..

My twin daughters found out on Friday the 4th of November 2022 that their best friend Seth committed suicide in his back yard. At 19 he had his whole future ahead of him, charitable, nice to a fault and handsome. He was paying of his first house, worked hard and we all loved him, I even called him my mate. We used to listen all the same music for Gods sake. There was no sign that he was contemplating this, even had plan to go to Good Things with my daughters in December. As I sat around consoling my daughters and their friends while drinking my sadness away, this song comes up in my feed and it felt so right, like a sign from God himself. I heard this song many times over the decades but that day last week, these lyrics hit me like a thunderbolt and now I'll never be able to play this song without seeing him. Once this war is over, we'll keep going starting a new chapter in our lives without him. But no one will ever steal the love he gave to my daughters and he will remain forever in our hearts. Please, if you're in bad place and don't think you can make it, just remember there are people out there who will grieve for you. Talk to someone, there is no shame in feeling this way, reach out and share the burden and you will find a way to break free from that chain. We can't do this world alone. No matter how dark it gets in life, there is always a sunrise not far away. We will all miss you very much Seth.

I've been a Chisel fan my whole life. This is one of the best versions I have heard. Made me tear up.

I had the Honour of playing Rhythm Guitar for Mossy on the 1989 "Tuckers Daughter" Tour. An Incredible Talent, and a moment I will never forget. Dave Dwyer 😬

No auto tune, no theatrics just raw talent.

It's a disgrace that these guys were not internationally famous. They could have blown most bands off the stage.

When Barnsey's vocals kick in. Chills. literal chills. Mossy and Barnsey national treasures.

Rest In Peace uncle Steve, 9 years today since you went to the heavens. ❣

Ian Moss doesn’t get the credit for how much of a great guitarist and vocalist for his guitar work and a playing one of our greatest guitarist of our country

After a motocycle accident,I was in a deep,deep coma for over three months.Doctors said I was Brain dead,yes there is live on the other side.I have being there and back,making a wonderful recovery.Even if it took me twenty years.Thanks for this wonderful music,giving me strength when I needed it most.

This kiwi grew up listening to these boys. I live in the USA now. I flew to Aussie about 9 years ago to catch up with friends & do some business. Unbeknownst to me our buddy had bought tickets to to see Cold Chisel at the Brisbane Entertainment Centre. One of the most memorable concerts I've ever experienced.

I love how Mossy and Barnsey's voices are so different but they work together so well

Don't you just hate that single effing tear that manages to work its way out when listening to this? Asking for a friend of course.

Songs like this have no expiration date This song will be played for the rest of time. Timeless

This is a phenomenal performance!! Long Live Cold Chisel! Much respect from East Coast USA!!

It always blows my mind how much the Americans missed out on. Not just Chisel but so much Aussie talent. Its a Flavour all it's own.

This song needs to be sung more now then ever

i'm an ex-pat 80's kid and this song makes me cry, i wish I could go home....

the high water mark for chisel. What an amazing and deeply moving song. The vocal contrast between Jimmi and Ian is just amazing. One of the greatest songs ever written by one of the greatest bands ever.

Why is Mossy overlooked as one of the Greatest Strat Men ever, an amazing vocalist that knows harmony and sings it well. Don tied it all together for the perfect storm of WOW, emotion on all levels. Always cry listening to their true musicianship.

never get tired of this song, especially after 6 cans of VB !!!

This song hits REAL close to home for this combat vet.

This song hits REAL close to home for this combat vet. never get tired of this song, especially after 6 cans of VB !!!

Two Daughters were in the Army....Both grunts....I'm so proud.

This is a very, moving song and one of the greatest songs of Aussie Rock. I'm so sorry that its writer, Steve Prestwich, died from a brain tumour..may he RIP. And to all those Vietnam vets - you are the pride of your country!

seeing members of the audience - Gen X and Gen Y - wipe tears from their eyes, speaks volumes about what a great rendition this is.

Grew up on chisels and that young woman in the crowd singing along in tears is everything

I saw this song live in Brisbane a few years ago. They dedicated it to the drummer who passed away recently at the time. A drunk idiot started yelling out, "booo play your faster stuff, this is shit" My cousin, had the balls to put him in his place, tell him to shut up and have some respect. He shut up after that. I was so proud to call him my cousin.

Born a kiwi, I lived in Australia for many years, Now living in the US, I Thank God for RU-vid...Amen

I'm amazed at who would give this song a thumbs down. Can't be Australian.

ian moss is so underrated. such an amazing voice.

I just love how to young girl in the audience is feeling the song. ,♥️

While Khe Sanh is regularly voted one of the best songs, to me this will always be Cold Chisel at it's best. This version just cements that and never fails to move me.

who the hell is the young woman with tears in her eyes over this song . i feel her pain and suffering and love . please show yourself

I'm so sorry that I just found this band,I'm so happy I just found this band .

One of the most beautiful songs ever written.

What is WRONG with people? THIS has got to be one of CC's BEST!

I never tire of this particular version of Ian, Jimmy and the fellas. Moves me everytime! It's got to be up there with the greatest performances of all time. So easy to feel drawn in and am so thankful to be able to enjoy this song in this version when ever I want, I'm happy. The beauty of the individual voices plus the harmony of the blend of both Ian & Jimmy - PURE MAGIC!

Very Australian and extremely proud of this ~ What a Masterpiece !!!

WOW..................i just have 3 major comments to make. 1. To those who worry/comment about the 'thumbs down' to this song ..........Don't........you do NOT have to justify this song in any way. We know what a classic it is and how it re-ignites those 'old school' memories, in a time much forgotten and what it truly means to us. And in the end, that is all that matters. 2. In talking about 'old school memories'..........and those who appreciate will truly understand.........It takes us back to a time when life was so much simpler. Our biggest worry was what to wear on Saturday night to impress the ladies. We lived from payday to payday and our most stressful moment was.........would our favourite song be number 1 on the weekly countdown. 3. It is our escape from what total crap the world is now in.......................hatred, pandemic, global warming and prejudice.......something we dont understand and shake our heads at ...............what went wrong!!!! This music is our 'escape' our 'salvation' and one of the few things that still bring a tear to the eye....and we wonder .......if only................. So in being totally honest..................screw you - who dare to even try to take these moments from us and try to disrespect the few things that bring us so much joy. you

One of Chisel's finest. Still makes me cry - after all these years.

Jimmy singing the high notes in the background still gives me shivers 34 years after i first heard this .

Even being a kiwi, i have no problem in saying......best Australasian band ever. There is NOTHING like waking up in the morning, taking the Holden for a long drive with Cold Chisel for company. These guys helped me through the best and worst days of my life and ........in one word..........CLASSIC!!!

When Ian and jimmy are singing about chaos and madness if you don’t get a shiver or feel like crying you don’t know music your prob hearing them not listing to them

I'm watching this on an emotional 11 day of the 11month. Moss and Barnes. Brilliant, but let us not forget the song writer and the many fallen warriors.

Just more proof that every member of the band are pure heartfelt genius. Steve was no exception.

This song highlights the brilliance that was Cold Chisel in a way that no other song does. They use the contrast between (and amazing harmonization of!) the two voices to absolute perfection.

Worst war is inbound folks... Sorry to say. Make your peace with God and bring others into the Faith. Stay strong moving forward. Bless you all.

Concerts before everyone felt the need to record it instead of just living in the moment .

1:32 The audience shots are great, i hope that lovely emotional young lady is doing well.

Jimmy Barnes is the only Singer who can sound like Aretha Franklin at Church & a hungover Joe Cocker in the same song.

Ain't nobody gonna steal this heart away Ain't nobody gonna steal this heart away When the war is over Got to get away Pack my bags to no place In no time no day You and I we used each other's shoulder Still so young but somehow so much older How can I go home and not get blown away You and I had our sights set on something Hope this doesn't mean our days are numbered I've got plans for more than a wanted man All around this chaos and madness Can't help feeling nothing more than sadness Only choice to face it the best I can When the war is over Got to start again Try to hold a trace of what it was back then You and I we sent each other stories Just a page I'm lost in all it's glories How can I go home and not get blown away Ain't nobody gonna steal this heart away Ain't nobody gonna steal this heart away Ain't nobody gonna steal this heart away Ain't nobody gonna steal this heart away Ain't nobody gonna steal this heart away Ain't nobody gonna steal this heart away For hubby RIP

👍🇦🇺🇳🇿I’m half n half breed, every ANZAC day, or when I hear this timeless song, I join forces with myself and remember those who gave the ultimate sacrifice so that I can live naturally bountiful under the southern cross

Back in the 80's Cold Chisel should have been huge, but here in the UK, and in America everyone was obsessed with made-up pretty boys and electronic crap. Sadly for Cold Chisel they were the right band at the wrong time. Australia was lucky to have them, and the rest of the World should be ashamed at ignoring them.

Wiping tears from my eyes… I will never forget the sacrifices made by our diggers,ever! Dad and Grandad Frank your service came at a cost and I will forever be in you debt xx Love Mish

One of the best Aussie songs....I never get tired of it....❤️ I love how Mossy and Barnsey's voices are so different but they work together so well

Chisels are more relevant today than ever before. They had soul, every word meant something. Bleeding for every person. Absolutely timeless and borderless band. Long Live great rock bands like the Chisels.

What is WRONG with people? THIS has got to be one of CC's BEST! I love how Mossy and Barnsey's voices are so different but they work together so well

Hands up if you remember Chisel at Cardiff Workers and Doyalson RSL. Great times in our young lives indeed . Take me back please .

Was at Oktoberfest many years when the Poms started signing,challenge accepted, must have being at least 100 Aussies with a sprinkling of Kiwis.We belted out Khe Shan shut the Poms up for a while, great memories.

Every Vets Day I come here. Miles between us, but the music brings us home together. Don't be such strangers down south, we need you in ways we don't even know. West Coast, US

Jimmy barnes' voice gives me chills every time I hear this

As a Brit,wish I was born Aussie,Jimmy Barnes voice has got to be one of the best ever?

WTF! Chills! These are two of the most perfect combination of Vocals to ever Grace this Planet. God Bless.

What a great simplified version of this beautiful song. RIP Steve Prestwick.

that's one way to floor an audience and make em cry. That was amazing, and Jimmy's voice, Ian's playing and voc just - wow

To the day I die this will be the best song written by an Australian

My mother grew up listening to these guys and is obsessed with them. Three months ago we went and saw them together live at a day on the green in pouring down rain and loved every minute. A memory I will always have of her when she goes. I might only be in my mid twenties and missed the era but thank you Cold Chisel for still rocking it out and creating memories!

When legends get together and create a masterpiece that sends whispers to your heart...Thankyou Cold Chisel

How could this not have more view than 4.8 million, it's a stunning performance. Millions more deserve to see it. Awesome Bransey & Ian Moss.

You dont cry to this tune , you not human sorry...GOOSEBUMPS

What is WRONG with people? THIS has got to be one of CC's BEST! RIP Steve Prestwich

The girl singing along and maybe wiping her tears at 1:32 (and several other spots in the clip) gets me choked up EVERY TIME I watch this - and that's often!!! It's a beautiful, raw and honest moment... I love it!

How can I go home and not get blown away this song has become a treasure of master peace to be I'm back again❤🤍❤❤💯

One of the greatest songs by the greatest band from Australia. Nuff said

On my own and so lonely since you’ve been gone mMy heart can’t stand this pain ,I’ll love you forever and ever my angel watching over me in heaven .

Saw this live in 2011 and shed many a tear. They used it as a tribute to Steve Prestwich and it was extremely powerful.

Magnificent! Brings me back to Oz in a heart beat!

I dedicate this song to a beautiful Australian James Douglas Packer,you have won the war and silenced your critics.You are a national treasure, thankyou yours fondly Emma Charles

saw Ian moss in glasgow - in a place called stereo. loved every minute, and he spoke to me for about 40 minutes after the gig. Damn Ian you made my absolute childhood. I met the whole band in Glasgow a few years before. imagine standing outside the o2 in glasgow and your the only aussie surrounded by the whole band - i think i almost pissed myself

My favourite Cold Chisel song.

One of favourite songs of all time. Mossy is one the best guitarists Australia has ever produced. Jimmy is just Jimmy. Don Walker lyrics and tune. Great version and will never grow old on me.

My favourite band of my life!!! My kids got it on every long road trip. N do they appreciate it now??? Of course they listened the best Aussie musicians. N Mossy n Barnesy just age better than most. Chisel, nothing is better!!! Just sayin.....

No idea why, but for several years after my Dad passed I couldn't listen to this song without tears... he didn't know the song, but I did, and it affected me hugely, emotions are strange...

I saw Chisel in a dozen pubs back in the late 70s/early 80s, but the gig that sticks out was at the infamous Stagedoor Tavern in Sydney. The Angels, Midnight Oil and Cold Chisel on the same bill for $10. Other than Birdman - *the* killer Sydney live band IMO - no band conjures that era more than Chisel for me. We didnt know how good we had it, sadly.

Rest In Peace uncle Steve, 9 years today since you went to the heavens. ❣ I'm amazed at who would give this song a thumbs down. Can't be Australian.

A great song. It was written by Chisel's drummer, Steve Prestwich. RIP. A Scouse boy from Westvale, Kirkby.

No auto tune. Pure talent. Goosebumps. ♥️

I was one of the camera guys on this, what a test! It was the rotating stage, constant focus pulling, reposition every rotation of the dias (i was one of two pit cameras) to get the incoming artist was hell fun we did it twice and someone did a mammoth edit job, great band excellent production and here it is on YT in glorious 240k well done! guess we will have to buy the dvd.

This live version of the song is just glorious. It is made even more beautiful by the camera work taking in the emotional response of 2 particular women in the audience.. one with tears, one with her eyes closing in bliss. I watch this a lot. It gives me ALL the feels

I think a lot people mistake this for a song about war, however it's actually about the break down of a marriage and eventual divorce... Cold Chisel was known for their songs about contemporary Australian culture, something no other Australian band has ever really done. Divorce was a dirty word in our country up until the mid 70s - early 80s. This is what this a song is about.

Ian Moss and Jimmy Barnes just compliment each other so damn well.

this is relevant right now! 🙏

never get tired of this song, especially after 6 cans of VB !!! What is WRONG with people? THIS has got to be one of CC's BEST! Rest In Peace uncle Steve, 9 years today since you went to the heavens. ❣

Never prouder of where I'm from then when I listen to Chisel, R.I.P Mr. Prestwich

PLAYED THIS ALL THE WAY BACK HOME FROM MY SECOND WAR IN 1991 PERSIAN GULF. AND ARRIVED HOME AND GOT BLOWN AWAY! MOOSE MAGGS.