Don Henley “The Boys of Summer” Live on the Howard Stern Show (2015) 

Why did the summers in the 80’s always seem to last forever ? One of my all time favourites.

As a kid in the 80's we were blessed with hits every week. This was one of them.

35 summers later this song still gives me the chills.

Some days I wish I could go back in life. Not to change anything, but to feel a few things twice.

The 60's and 70's were some of my best days in life. And I'm not forgetting the 80's. I'm 71 now. How I miss those days.

Longing, pining, wistful, yearning ..this song always invoked some deep emotions within that I didn't even know was there. I've always loved it...this version is as hauntingly beautiful as the original..

The older you get the more this song punches you in the gut.

One of the best voices to ever sing any song Don Henley.

130am central time. Laying in bed wide awake. reminiscing about life.

Beautiful song! Whoever is reading this, have a great weekend!

Being old hurts. Too many memories. Thanks, Don.

Dear Lord, this version is magnificent🤩

How does Don Henley keep from crying when he sings this song this way? I can't.

Still gives me the goosebumps all these years after. Transcendent

Who else fell in love with this again , Listened to it again at least 10 times and shed a tear or two..... LOL FUCKING BRILLIANT , ... for a lack of a much better word who else misses 1985 .........Ohh man... the good ol days

In the tail end of the 80's I met a woman that was beyond anything I could ever dream of. She was older, very mature and she kept herself very well... and I was a shy, skinny 24 year old that wore glasses. On the very last day of our acquaintance, it was a sunny day in Florida and I was on my way to see her. I drove my car across the long suspension bridge that has a steep rise to allow ships to pass underneath. As my car started up the bridges elevation, everything seemed to disappear, and it was only me flying into the sunny blue sky. And to this day, when I hear "The Boys of Summer"... I reflect on that moment and smile.

Can we get some love for the incomparable Mike Campbell? He has written some of the greatest guitar parts in history. He NEVER wastes a note.

Best version of this tune. Beautiful, poetic, I go back to it often. Dropping the synth ‘80’s mix is just what this masterpiece needs. Hallelujah

1984 I was 20 and starting college. Fell hard for a 29 year old who became my 1st. She had an apartment with a pool and I always picture her laying in the sun when I hear this song. Days gone by.....

The original version makes me feel a haunting feeling This version gives me an ache in my chest and makes me want to cry

One of the greatest songs of all-time. Thank you Don Henley and Mike Campbell.

I don't know exactly how a song can be so hauntingly beautiful but this one is. The feelings and memories it evokes are priceless. Thank you Don Henley.

One of the greatest singers of all time. Never disappoints

I turned 3 at the end of 1984 and even at that young age I freaking loved this song. It’s of the biggest songs of my childhood.

Just lost an old friend from HS (graduated in ‘86) cannot stop listening to this song and can’t stop thinking of him. This song is brilliant and Don is a genius and this song is helping me with my grief.

Love this song. The only song I ever drove an extra round around the block for when it started playing on the radio when I was almost home.

🖤 this! "It's about baseball, it's about nostalgia, it's about life." ⚾

I'm 53 now. This song has so many memories attached to it. Add another one. Thanks.

This may be the best version of this song that I've ever heard.

Stern’s audio engineer deserves accolades (again) as well as Henley & the band...just phenomenally mixed. Incredible job.

I have watched this probably 25 times just this Spring.

I wasn't expecting tears, but damn, they killed it. I have a lump in my throat.

Amazing, what a treat.. Can’t believe I’m only hearing this now.

Hurts to listen to this. Those days were amazing.

Back in the 80s I didn't speak English just understand few words of this liric, but the vibe and message it's straight to your hearth. . ☺️

So beautiful, great memories growing up with nothing but hope for my future.

Those days are gone forever. I should just let them go, but I can see you…..

Holy Smokes that was beautiful. I was not expecting that.

I’m 47 and have loved this song since it came out in 1984…it’s my all time fav 😍

Don's got a thing about looking back. That explains everything. That's why I'm always tuned in to Mr. Henley. We share the same nostalgia.

Great song. Gives me chills whenever I hear it. This is a great contemplative version. The original is one of my favorite road trip songs

Such a beautiful song done this way my song for life the great Don your back up ladies are so smooth

I used to play Boys of Summer driving to school in LA with the top down on my MGB. It will always be my favorite. I’m grateful for the artists like Don Henley who can make me feel so happy ... and so sad. Great comments left by so many here. Makes me feel the human connection I’ve been missing for 3 years.

Damn. This hit me like a rock. Totally didn't see it coming. That's what music can do people. Made me fuckin' weep.

One of the best songs of all time

This is the only comment section I’ve ever read where every comment is a home run. Amazing so many people I don’t know can feel exactly how I feel when I hear this song. TBoS takes me back to some of the happiest days of my life. And isn’t it incredible that a song about looking back can take you back in such a powerful way? “Those days are gone forever, I should just let ‘em go but...”

1984. This thing was on the radio ALL the time. I was 11. It’s still on classic rock stations today. I’m 45. Saw him sing it live with the eagles in 95. Great song and this version is good too

この曲聞くたびに50年以上前に読んだレイブラッドベリーの短編の湖が重なります。自由という名の縛りの中で自由という名の幻想を追いかけていた、愛していた青春時代。洋の東西を問わず過去は甘くて切ないものですね😢

Probably one of the best renditions of this song I've ever heard.

I bet I’ve watched this 100 times and never commented. Really takes me back. One of my all time favorites!

What an absolute legendary performance ❤

I cant believe it's been three decades.

Still one of my favorite songs. I remember when this song first aired on the radio. My life had barely begun with the promise of experiences yet to come. Now, I’m approaching the twilight of my life and I can only look back at the loves, the heartbreaks, the joys, and the regrets. This version is simply...sublime

Don Henley has had such a fantastic career! There’s not many singers out there that I would compare him with or to! He’s really in a class by himself! Just Fantastic!

The kids today will never appreciate music like this. No auto tune , just clean good music God Bless.

its funny i watch youtube comments full of hate and teeth grinding and then I come here and read such thoughtful comments .....such a pleasant change ....and heart warming ....I knew there were sensitive people out there from all over the world !

Don is such a great storytelling singer. It makes me wish the narrator gets this woman back because you know he is going to love and appreciate her for the remainder of his days. 😢❤

It's been 47 years, and my love for you Don Henley is still strong. That's a lot of summers........😍

Don Henley one of the greatest performers/song writers of all time!! I think Howard is one of the best interviewers and people seem to be at ease with him. Which allows him to create an environment that is entertaining to watch and listen to.

a beautiful song - it's remarkable how personal music is - unique for each one of us

It evokes so much peaceful calm that comes with surrender and acceptance.

He has one of the best voices in my opinion ♥️

Masterful! A fantastic voice and a haunting song.

This is such a soulful version! Goosebumps

This is timeless music. They just dont make it like that anymore.

I love the reverence his band has for this living legend. Wonderful.

Just an unbelievable rendition of that song. Beautiful. I wish he would release that same version as a single

It's one of those songs that takes you back to the one that got away and really hits in the feelings. Just about every human can relate to that feeling of loss and not wanting to let go

I was 14 the summer this came out. Turning 48 in a few months... where did the time go ? Part of the soundtrack of our lives... beautiful.

The man is a legend. I love a lot of his music, but “The End of the Innocence” is probably my favorite.

Forgot I was sitting in my room at 2am watching RU-vid. My God, this was gorgeous.

Sweet Jesus it gave me the shivers back in 84 still the same stunning haunting song performed by the brilliant Don Henley

I LOVE THE LYRICS TO THIS SONG! It really makes you think of summer, youth, regret and missed chances and opportunities.

I heard a cover of this song today which it's why I'm here. This is so nostalgic for me (which is the word I'm sure Don was about to say) of the 80s but also of the lost love of my most beautiful friend in the 90s

One of my all time favorite songs! My father gave me the gift of this song on the album 'Building the Perfect Best' by Don Hendley. It was a Christmas gift in 1985. I have never forgotten gesture from my father. How did he know that this was an album I truly desired? My father passed in 2009. Ever time I hear this song I think of him and shed a tear :'( Godbless

Wish my dad was still alive to here this performance! He would have loved it! Miss you old man! And miss that place and women of my past!

Enjoy every single minute people, god bless you all 😘

Lots of people say lots of things about Don Henley, but you always know you're getting absolute perfection out of a performance with him.

I keep watching this back to back to back. Huge Henley and Eagles fan.

Always the consummate professional, thank you Don for all the memories.

I'm 51. I've seen and dished out death on foreign shores. I have seen things that would break most men. But my God, this song broke me. The tears are flowing like a rainstorm down my face as I write this. God I wish I could go back to the 80's...I would take any of you who wanted to go with me.

I love Howard says "Here we go, the Great Don Henley"

You make me dream. Thank you... this is music

Time is a devouring beast, live life peacefully, help those in need, be happy

"I saw a Deadhead sticker on Cadillac....you can never go back" Great line.

This has got to be one of the best written songs, so many emotions that it brings up. Young love, life long friends that you don't see any more, hopes and forgotten dreams from the past. This acoustic version by Don Henley is next level - just so emotional and soulful. Brilliant.

I love how he says the song is about nostalgia, and looking back. That’s exactly the type of feeling they capture.

Don Henley's voice is still so amazing!!

One of the most beautiful songs....ever. Peace.

Holy hell I didn't know I need to hear this version until now. This is heartbreaking...in the good way.

wonderful arrangement - Mr. Henley's voice never fails....one of my all-time favorites!

These were the Best Days of our lives Don Henley and The Eagles. I am very grateful to have lived through this era. Rock and Roll. 60s 70s 80s creative geniuses

Don Henley is my favorite artist, he has so many songs, solo and Eagles. I actually drove for like 12 hours between Orlando, FL to Memphis, TN listening to his solo tracks and Eagles tracks never repeating a song. Yes, I was averaging 90 mph but I successfully managed it with the assistance of an Escort. The radar detector.

Henley is masterful in working a lyric. Perfect diction, inflection, tone and expression.

Oh my G-d, this is BEAUTIFUL...very impactful version.

This truly proves that class is class and always will be.

Beautiful.. hauntingly beautiful with a feeling of freedom, sentimental..

Captivating from beginning to end. What a magical reimagining of an all time standard.

His passion for music, his love and dedication in writing songs, the articulation, the emotions when he performs, makes him a great singer. The one and only Don Henley. Thank you Don for the music, The Boys of the summer are just one of the best songs that I keep on listening. Another one of my favorite songs of yours- "Heart of the Matter" its lyrics are full of life, which in one way or another touched my life.

The official song of 2020. Nobody on the road, Nobody on the beach