It took years for Dweezil to perform this piece in public. He said he considered this to be father's best guitar piece. Before he died, Frank told his wife Gail to get out of the music business altogether and sell his entire catalog, with one exception. She was not to ever sell the rights to Watermelon in Easter Hay. This piece meant something special to Frank. Considering the sheer volume of his work, and how seriously he approached his music it is very telling that this was the one piece he apparently cherished above all others.
This one and Black Napkins. But Ahmet and Diva (who held 60% of the trust) had the lot sold to Universal. So I can expect covers coming up the grand wazoo.
The kid turned out to be a Zappa. This is devastating. He is so brave to play this live, exposing himself completely. He plays this so beautifully. You gotta love this guy.
I’m a high school music teacher and will never forget working supply at a school in Clitheroe in the northwest of England. I was teaching a class of year 7 kids and was taking the register, I was calling out the names and came down to the last name and the girls surname was Zappa. I flippantly said, “ no relation to Frank Zappa?”, to my utter amazement she said yes, he was her uncle, her dad was his brother. I asked if she’d met him and she told me she had but didn’t like him as he was a bit “weird”. None of the other kids had a clue who he was and i didn’t want to embarrass the girl more than she already was, but I said that he was a modern day Mozart.
How on earth could she ignore the figure his uncle was and is...? She had to know. Unless there were family issues. Otherwise makes no sense. Or maybe we’re talking very young kids.
Back in 70 I was in 7th grade also, played E flat Alto sax. My band teacher was named Mr. Fryer. Definitely not a fan of FZ. I don't really think he had a clue who Zappa was, then or now. My 1st grade teacher had more freckles than I thought possible, her name was Ms. Fryer. Still is, almost. You see Ms. Fryer married [yrs. latter] Mr. Fryer, to become Mrs. Fryer. I always thought it was a slightly strange coincidence, like you teaching music to a Zappa. This has nothing to do with Frank Zappa really, but reading your comment made me lament that my 7th grade music teacher wasn't hip to Zappa's music, like you. I just wonder what effect it might of had on our school band in those yrs. Imagine the possibilities. Your students are lucky. Maybe Mozart was a latter- day Zappa? lol
1:54 To see Dweezil with tears & emotions welling up playing his father’s beautiful WIEH the LAST imaginary guitar solo for ‘Joe’ is so amazing and moving. I really love & admire what Dweezil is doing with his father’s music and bringing it all over the world to we the fans who NEED it. 😢
Totally agree. A masterpiece because it touches our hearts again and again ... It has deeply touched me for 35+ years now and still does. A gift that keeps giving. Truely amazing.
It's also Joe's final moment of expression, before he goes to work in the utility muffin research laboratory putting out little green rosettas. Just remembered that I have another counter-culture impulse owed to FZ.
At this point poor Joe is getting sick & tired of being stuck inside his ugly prison cell with all the other wanna be rock stars & also along with the record company executives. There's no more cocaine to shove up their noses nor VD riddled groupies to share with each other so they are forced to pass off their constant boredom snorting laundry detergent & satisfying their sexual urges by plooking each other. Every once in a while Joe must escape this never-ending hell by slipping into the Twilight Realm where he composes imaginary guitar solos & imaginary vocals for imaginary songs wondering if he'll ever get to see the outside world again. But until that time comes, if ever, poor Joe is relegated to dreaming of how much different he'd do things if ever to be released to the outside world. But for now, he's relegated to the sad reality that imaginary guitar notes & imaginary vocals only exist in the imagination of the imaginer!
This is possibly my favourite Frank Zappa piece. Really hits me every time I here it. To see his son playing it with so much emotion is really beautiful.
Any musician that can compose a 9 minute piece that's essentially so simple but keep it interesting and emotional obviously has massive talent and skill.
Tears rolling down my face now. My mum died 3 weeks ago. This song made it all come out. RIP Frank and RIP my wonderful mum Joyce 27th August 1933 - 4th June 2014.
@@thomasbrown6527 wonder if frank was thinking of a place when he made this song, if he did i hope your mum an frank are there. but what a gift of a song frank gave us.
I keep returning...what an intense and somatic way to recall a departed Father.. anyone can resonate with the loss tenderness and respect. Thank you both Zappas.
watermelon is easter hay has always made me tear up, I don't know why. No other song has ever made me cry, or come close to feeling sadness. There's just a certain beautiful melancholy it has.
Its 6 am where I live and its new years eve, and I am listening to this tribute for the 10th time in a row. I dont think I haver ever heard something so beautiful like this
It's said that Frank's request was to have this song playing as they lowered him into the ground at his funeral. So that's what the kids did. Knowing that makes sense why it's such a powerful and tearful masterpiece.
Just blown away, Dweezil, just love you doing this, in the Covid world of madness this is so comforting, a place where we can escape "music is the best"
I first heard this song when my mom played the vinyl LP on her old turntable and Klipsch speaker system. I've heard this song a hundred times since then. It still tears me up. Dweezil played it beautifully. His dad would be proud of him.
The most beautiful guitar solo of all time. Even Frank knew it was special and said as much. And every time I hear it, it brings tears to my eyes. Dweezil had no chance and to have kept those perfect notes together so magnificently through the emotion must’ve been really hard. Absolutely amazing ❤️
This is what music is all about, IMO. The tender, simple notes of this theme speak more to me than all the shredded notes I’ve ever heard put together. Magical.
I so appreciate all the comments of those who remember loved ones lost. This song is a perfect anthem for memory and introspection. My wife and I danced to this song at our wedding. It also is a song of love and triumph. It makes me want to conquer the world. I miss you Frank.
That had to be the longest 10 minutes of Dweezil's life. If you are a Zappa fan and didn't tear up...well...you aren't really a Zappa fan. Have to admire Dweez for even playing it in public....took guts to stand there and pour out that emotion.
@Olivier Batteris That's right. I cry most times I hear it. I met Dweezil in Philly early on during his ZPZ tours. When asked if he would play WIEH he said, not now, not yet. It's so close to all of our hearts. And yes, Frank's most beautiful piece, most poignant, full of pathos and serenity. I've played this song for total Zappa strangers in France who tell me they float away and feel in the clouds and drift away to a heavenly state.
Still in 2019 he wipes a tear or two away every time he plays it. I know it took him a few years to take the most beautiful FZ song on. Good for him, good for all of us lifelong FZ fans.
I was at this gig with my dad - the biggest Frank Zappa freak you'll ever meet. It was so special to watch Dweezil play his dad's music so beautifully. I was blown away that he chose that evening to play Watermelon in Easter Hay live for more or less the first time. Dweezil is quoted as saying that he thinks this is Frank's best guitar solo and it's clearly very significant to him and very emotional for him to play it. That loud whistle at 2:32 is me.
Ben Haldenby you clearly don't know what you are talking about. Your dad is the biggest Zappa freak? Ha! You don't know me. I am an even bigger Zappa freak than your father could be. Even if it is not true, I am sure I am in good company.
Yep. I got to sit in on a guitar workshop with Dweezil with my son and about 18 other fans. We got to ask questions, and I asked what was his favorite song from his father and Dweezil replied, "Watermelon in Easter Hay".
Hmm, Frank's best? I don't know that's too hard to decide... for example it has to compete with the Inca Roads solo that became the title track to Shut Up 'n Play Yer guitar, but this one may very well be the most emotional. Always makes me tear up...
Has to be the most beautiful piece ever, always brings tears of sadness and joy, it like takes you to heaven to see the light and brings you back home to where you belong. 😢😂❤
Dweezil is on of my favorite guitarists full stop. Hearing him play this and seeing him fight the tears is amazing. Love and miss you Frank. But Dweezil is doing it for you. Much love
Gary Zajdel Oh! it was hard for me to hold back tears when I first heard Dweez play this song, in fact I didn't, I hard tears running down my cheeks. ;-)
Thanks for bumping this vid. I NEEDED to re watch it right about now, as I am trying to learn this song myself, but I need to learn it some more, so thanks again guys.
Tyler Vanner Frank's solo's are manic and sporadic , which I love, Dweezil is much smoother and clean, Frank can make the guitar cut right through me, especially when he plays an SG 1000... I love how Dweez has carried on Frank's music, I'm learning this song atm myself. Cheers.:-)
What a powerful performance! :,( Man, you can really see how emotional it is for him to play this one, and he is really good about keeping that from getting to him usually. From what ive heard this song is very important to him. This was always one of my favorites as well, probably my favorite solo piece of Franks. Its funny because i see a few comments here saying they want this played at their funeral. I have felt the same way for years Also, i know people are cheering when Dweez obviously chokes up a bit. I feel that they are just letting him know that they understand why and feel the same way. That they have his back. We all miss Frank. But hopefully Dweezil can see how many people still love and care about this music and that gives him some comfort.
This is, and always will be my favourite piece of music until the day i pass. This is the first time I've seen Dweezil cover this and if the original moved me then this has taken it to another level. The father son connotations hold a lot of meaning for me. Without trying to be morose, this WILL be played at my funeral. Absolutely brilliant.
Beautiful, I'm in tears, son plays one of his dad's most beautiful songs and thinks of his dad departed. It brings an extra layer of emotion. Your dad will be so proud man, bless you...
If I were to meet my untimely demise, my parents are given a playlist for my “celebration of a life in mediocrity” party. This is the last song to be played. What a way to go out. Absolute emotion turned up to 11. RIP FZ. And thank you Dweez.
Not sure what your music taste is or lack off, maybe Ceremony by Joy division or if inna strick metal Diet, Anthrax - in the end; would suit. Stay safe kiddo ❤️
This is an amazing and touching performance of a great composition, and a fitting tribute to a father Dweezil lost far too soon. The connection between him and Frank is manifest, even palpable. He's done Frank proud.
Dweezil is just fantastic, plays Frank's music so well. Been so lucky to speak with him twice after concerts in Norway, He shows his feelings about how much he miss Frank, some tears came from me too.
Unbelievable! I thought I’d seen it all! Masterful❤❤❤ the ultimate tribute of anything ever in the history of mankind 10,000 years at least. By then music will be frank Zappa. Mark my words.
A friend of mine just asked me if i had a favorite song of all time and I said no. Then aftrr about 20 seconds insaid it would have to be Watermelon in Easter Hay. I can't think of any other song that's any better than this. This is the only one I insisted my kids play at my funeral. That much i know.
Several years back I saw Dweezil, and Zappa Plays Zappa, at a concert in New Hampshire. After the show he sat on the stage, gave autographs and chatted with fans. I asked when he would put this in the show. He said "not for many years yet". There was a look on his face you can see in this video. We lost Frank Zappa, a great musician. Dweezil lost that, and his Dad.
Dweezil always has to choke back the tears when he plays this. It is such a lush and beautiful, and now that Frank is gone, a solemn tune. I can absolutely understand the emotion for Dweez. RIP, Uncle Frank. Thank you for the time you were with us.
The mothers of invention it changed my whole.e who E life musically . I had never heard anything like and it has stuck with me as have all his albums my whole life . 72 now and still in awe
I saw Dweezil live in concert in Oklahoma City, at the Tower Theatre on my birthday a year ago...after listening to Frank Zappas music for my whole life, it was one of the best experiences I've ever had.
They were in the lobby after the show signing autographs and taking photos. Devoid of pride or arrogance despite having just razed the venue. They were all so sweet, patient, kind, and genuine. Inspirational.
@@jimventry5509 Nice, thanks. If interested, Buckethead and John Fruciante did the same tribute. Aunt Suzie by Buckethead and Respectfully, Johns before the beginning. I would link but YT hates me and deletes my links. Thanks love!
I've enjoyed listening to FZ's compositions since 1976-ish. This one makes me cry pretty much every time & I know I'm not the only one. How excellent is it that Dweezil is carrying on with such superlative style?! Now I need a #$%^^% tissue...
I’ve seen dweezel twice in concert. Every time, he tears up while playing. It is my favorite FZ song and causes me to shed some tears as well. I want this to be shared with family and friends at my celebration of life party
My first impression is that, this piece is, reverential. Thoughtful, measured, and respectful. It is an unpretentious compliment to a great work. It is possible to follow in the footsteps of a maverick, but impossible to recreate his flair. This is as yet, the benchmark, and closest to equal, Frank's original work on Joe's Garage [even when Frank interpreted it in myriad ways in live performances] which will forever be, sublime. And quite Frankly, there is no better complement, than seeing a son follow in his father's footsteps. Outstanding piece by Dweezil.
God bless you Dweezil for carrying tbe torch of Frank's legacy. All Zappa fans in the world are desperately in need of your father's music,wich is also yours.You are making an amazing job.Thanks a lot
Utterly sublime emotion through a guitar, one of the greatest guitar instrumentals ever......Always so loved Franks version but Dweezil does it so beautifully and heartfelt in his Dad's memory... This piece is one I'd have played at my funeral and long may it play forever.
Hard to believe that this beautiful insturmental first appeared on the same album that gave us the song, Why does it Hurt When I Pee? This is lovely, and I give tons of credit to Dweezil and the band for staying true to the mood and not being tempted by the presence of the live audience to try to overdo it and show off.
If anyone has ever lost someone really, really close to you, you know that no matter how much time has passed, there’s always these days, or moments where all those emotions/memories/sadness/happiness/regret etc. come rushing back. Most times (at least for me) that moment is triggered by a song. Now imagine you’re playing that song, on a stage, in front of an audience. That’s what you’re witnessing here.
The pain of losing Frank is so powerfully muted by his greatest EVER musical creation = Dweezil. Son, your Father is watching you with his pride in who you are. You’re incredible mate! 🦋🫶🏽🪺🌧️✨❤️🎋👚✨❤️
Dweezil, you nailed it and some. What a tune. Frank would be so proud that you can hold the audience just as he did.❤❤❤❤❤ P.S well done to sound and lightning, great job.
It took years for Dweezil to perform this piece in public. He said he considered this to be father's best guitar piece. Before he died, Frank told his wife Gail to get out of the music business altogether and sell his entire catalog, with one exception. She was not to ever sell the rights to Watermelon in Easter Hay. This piece meant something special to Frank. Considering the sheer volume of his work, and how seriously he approached his music it is very telling that this was the one piece he apparently cherished above all others.
He also said that Dweezil was the only one allowed to play it live
This one and Black Napkins.
But Ahmet and Diva (who held 60% of the trust) had the lot sold to Universal. So I can expect covers coming up the grand wazoo.
Thank you very much. I didnt know that. And well is my favorite song from Frank 🤘
... and rightly so.
That's a remarkable piece of information. Where did you get that from?
Holy fuck, never in a million years did I think I’d cry to an imaginary guitar solo... beautiful just beautiful man. Rip Frank you are missed
His son does this song so much justice. Absolutely effing incredible. Long live the Zappa legacy
I love you frank Dweezil moon unit and every other Zappa under the sun
Pretty much like the studio release. Awesome.
Spot on
The kid turned out to be a Zappa. This is devastating. He is so brave to play this live, exposing himself completely. He plays this so beautifully. You gotta love this guy.
I’m a high school music teacher and will never forget working supply at a school in Clitheroe in the northwest of England. I was teaching a class of year 7 kids and was taking the register, I was calling out the names and came down to the last name and the girls surname was Zappa. I flippantly said, “ no relation to Frank Zappa?”, to my utter amazement she said yes, he was her uncle, her dad was his brother. I asked if she’d met him and she told me she had but didn’t like him as he was a bit “weird”. None of the other kids had a clue who he was and i didn’t want to embarrass the girl more than she already was, but I said that he was a modern day Mozart.
Great great story sir! Maybe Bob's daughter? Thank u for sharing that and what a great video to put that comment in!
amazing!
How on earth could she ignore the figure his uncle was and is...? She had to know.
Unless there were family issues. Otherwise makes no sense. Or maybe we’re talking very young kids.
Back in 70 I was in 7th grade also, played E flat Alto sax. My band teacher was named Mr. Fryer. Definitely not a fan of FZ. I don't really think he had a clue who Zappa was, then or now. My 1st grade teacher had more freckles than I thought possible, her name was Ms. Fryer. Still is, almost. You see Ms. Fryer married [yrs. latter] Mr. Fryer, to become Mrs. Fryer. I always thought it was a slightly strange coincidence, like you teaching music to a Zappa. This has nothing to do with Frank Zappa really, but reading your comment made me lament that my 7th grade music teacher wasn't hip to Zappa's music, like you. I just wonder what effect it might of had on our school band in those yrs. Imagine the possibilities. Your students are lucky. Maybe Mozart was a latter- day Zappa? lol
Great story!
1:54 To see Dweezil with tears & emotions welling up playing his father’s beautiful WIEH the LAST imaginary guitar solo for ‘Joe’ is so amazing and moving. I really love & admire what Dweezil is doing with his father’s music and bringing it all over the world to we the fans who NEED it. 😢
❤️❤️
It's so touching to see Dweezil crying while playing this beautiful masterpiece composed by his dad.
I can barely ever listen to this song without welling up. It was almost Frank giving thanks back to everything around him. Beautiful composition
Totally agree. A masterpiece because it touches our hearts again and again ... It has deeply touched me for 35+ years now and still does. A gift that keeps giving. Truely amazing.
It's also Joe's final moment of expression, before he goes to work in the utility muffin research laboratory putting out little green rosettas. Just remembered that I have another counter-culture impulse owed to FZ.
indeed. its one of the songs i have on my "i just need to cry at something beautiful" play list. along with Black Napkins
I felt for him when he welled up there. Bereavement is a desperate pain. He bossed it though. Well done boy.
An absolute gem of a piece of music…. Zappa is missed.
A fabulous tribute to his dad, the greatest 'Imaginary Guitar Solo', ever . . .
He is definitely following in his fathers footsteps!
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At this point poor Joe is getting sick & tired of being stuck inside his ugly prison cell with all the other wanna be rock stars & also along with the record company executives. There's no more cocaine to shove up their noses nor VD riddled groupies to share with each other so they are forced to pass off their constant boredom snorting laundry detergent & satisfying their sexual urges by plooking each other.
Every once in a while Joe must escape this never-ending hell by slipping into the Twilight Realm where he composes imaginary guitar solos & imaginary vocals for imaginary songs wondering if he'll ever get to see the outside world again. But until that time comes, if ever, poor Joe is relegated to dreaming of how much different he'd do things if ever to be released to the outside world. But for now, he's relegated to the sad reality that imaginary guitar notes & imaginary vocals only exist in the imagination of the imaginer!
Dweezil has a supremely unique talent. He can channel his father. What a blessing for him, and what a treat for us!
This is possibly my favourite Frank Zappa piece. Really hits me every time I here it. To see his son playing it with so much emotion is really beautiful.
Any musician that can compose a 9 minute piece that's essentially so simple but keep it interesting and emotional obviously has massive talent and skill.
I looked up the tablature and it doesn't look very complex at all. Playing it and conveying so much emotion is another matter.
And a nine minute long piece "in 9/4" to boot!
Tears rolling down my face now. My mum died 3 weeks ago. This song made it all come out. RIP Frank and RIP my wonderful mum Joyce 27th August 1933 - 4th June 2014.
Music does that to you
Amen
Hope you're doing good, brother.
A beautiful dirge for your lovely mother
@@thomasbrown6527 wonder if frank was thinking of a place when he made this song, if he did i hope your mum an frank are there. but what a gift of a song frank gave us.
I keep returning...what an intense and somatic way to recall a departed Father.. anyone can resonate with the loss tenderness and respect.
Thank you both Zappas.
When a song without a single word can make u feel SO MUCH emotion! THANK YOU FRANK AND THANK YOU DWEEZIL FOR KEEPING HIS MUSIC ALIVE!!!
Dweezil, You are your father's son! Beautiful...
Best comment here
Definetly
Warren cuccurullo did a better job I think
SOULJAH ROCKERZ
Dweezil, the soul and spirit of your father speak from your hands. Amazing. Miracle. Thank you.
"...exist only in the immaginachumm of the immaginneeerrrerrrrrrr....." Thank you Dweezil!
watermelon is easter hay has always made me tear up, I don't know why. No other song has ever made me cry, or come close to feeling sadness. There's just a certain beautiful melancholy it has.
Its 6 am where I live and its new years eve, and I am listening to this tribute for the 10th time in a row. I dont think I haver ever heard something so beautiful like this
It's said that Frank's request was to have this song playing as they lowered him into the ground at his funeral. So that's what the kids did. Knowing that makes sense why it's such a powerful and tearful masterpiece.
have you heard Robin Trower's "Long Misty Days"?
Not even in the same suburb, let alone ballpark. Jeez man.
Just blown away, Dweezil, just love you doing this, in the Covid world of madness this is so comforting, a place where we can escape "music is the best"
I first heard this song when my mom played the vinyl LP on her old turntable and Klipsch speaker system. I've heard this song a hundred times since then. It still tears me up. Dweezil played it beautifully. His dad would be proud of him.
The most beautiful guitar solo of all time. Even Frank knew it was special and said as much.
And every time I hear it, it brings tears to my eyes.
Dweezil had no chance and to have kept those perfect notes together so magnificently through the emotion must’ve been really hard.
Absolutely amazing ❤️
I use to dance with my daughter as a baby to put her to sleep to this song.Absolutely beautiful rendition.
me too with my kids. i called it the zappa lullaby. then they called it the 'watermelon song'.
I am so happy today i got my emotions back...
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Your emotions were glad to see you again too I bet!
Ohhh, that’s so sweet!!!
Just how did they react to the central scrutinizer?
The beauty of this puts a stake through the heart of the Central Scrutinizer.
The best imaginary guitar solo! Thanks Dweezil.
The most beautiful song I've ever heard. It was my mother's favorite also. rip.
+David Stein Bless her, she had good taste ......, and so do you !
God bless her (no offence intended); it is a beautiful song.
+mr7wi
What could possibly be offensive about the words God bless her ?
Sheldon Cooper81 in case someone is an aetheist, like Frank!!!
David Stein I
This is what music is all about, IMO. The tender, simple notes of this theme speak more to me than all the shredded notes I’ve ever heard put together. Magical.
I saw Dweezil do this in '17, had an out of body experience....was almost in tears with how beautiful it was. My favourite FZ song ever.
I remember my parents dancing
to this song when I was young, I wish I could dance at my wedding one day with this song!
you can
Franks most beautiful piece and his son plays with the emotion only a son can in tribute to his father.
You can tell he’s thinking about his dad as he cries through the song total legend dweezil ❤
I so appreciate all the comments of those who remember loved ones lost. This song is a perfect anthem for memory and introspection.
My wife and I danced to this song at our wedding. It also is a song of love and triumph. It makes me want to conquer the world.
I miss you Frank.
That had to be the longest 10 minutes of Dweezil's life. If you are a Zappa fan and didn't tear up...well...you aren't really a Zappa fan. Have to admire Dweez for even playing it in public....took guts to stand there and pour out that emotion.
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I almost can't stand to watch it, I get torn up every time.
@Olivier Batteris That's right. I cry most times I hear it. I met Dweezil in Philly early on during his ZPZ tours. When asked if he would play WIEH he said, not now, not yet. It's so close to all of our hearts. And yes, Frank's most beautiful piece, most poignant, full of pathos and serenity. I've played this song for total Zappa strangers in France who tell me they float away and feel in the clouds and drift away to a heavenly state.
Still in 2019 he wipes a tear or two away every time he plays it. I know it took him a few years to take the most beautiful FZ song on. Good for him, good for all of us lifelong FZ fans.
Geez, I couldnt even see the entire video, crying myself out
Went to like this and realised I already did years ago and keep coming back to it. A phenomenal moment.
I was at this gig with my dad - the biggest Frank Zappa freak you'll ever meet.
It was so special to watch Dweezil play his dad's music so beautifully.
I was blown away that he chose that evening to play Watermelon in Easter Hay live for more or less the first time. Dweezil is quoted as saying that he thinks this is Frank's best guitar solo and it's clearly very significant to him and very emotional for him to play it.
That loud whistle at 2:32 is me.
Ben Haldenby you clearly don't know what you are talking about. Your dad is the biggest Zappa freak? Ha! You don't know me. I am an even bigger Zappa freak than your father could be. Even if it is not true, I am sure I am in good company.
Yep. I got to sit in on a guitar workshop with Dweezil with my son and about 18 other fans. We got to ask questions, and I asked what was his favorite song from his father and Dweezil replied, "Watermelon in Easter Hay".
he was in tears,cut him up bad...lot of family memories
Hmm, Frank's best? I don't know that's too hard to decide... for example it has to compete with the Inca Roads solo that became the title track to Shut Up 'n Play Yer guitar, but this one may very well be the most emotional. Always makes me tear up...
Max Nadel ...and my license plate is RDNZL... still think you're the biggest Zappa freak? LOL
Pleasure to meet another Zappa freak
Simply beautiful. His dad would be so proud.
25 years after his dad did this same song, even a tear in his eye while playing, and he does a FINE JOB, daddy would be proud!!
Joe's garage. So many memories from when I was in the navy in the early eighties.
That has to be one of the most emotional live performances I've ever seen. Made me cry.
Has to be the most beautiful piece ever, always brings tears of sadness and joy, it like takes you to heaven to see the light and brings you back home to where you belong. 😢😂❤
Dweezil is on of my favorite guitarists full stop. Hearing him play this and seeing him fight the tears is amazing. Love and miss you Frank. But Dweezil is doing it for you. Much love
He definitely is fighting back those tears, I put Dweez in my top ten Guitarists!
Tyler Vanner I have a hard time fighting my own tears....this is the "penultimate" ZAPPA frank= tribute!
Gary Zajdel Oh! it was hard for me to hold back tears when I first heard Dweez play this song, in fact I didn't, I hard tears running down my cheeks. ;-)
Thanks for bumping this vid. I NEEDED to re watch it right about now, as I am trying to learn this song myself, but I need to learn it some more, so thanks again guys.
Tyler Vanner Frank's solo's are manic and sporadic , which I love, Dweezil is much smoother and clean, Frank can make the guitar cut right through me, especially when he plays an SG 1000... I love how Dweez has carried on Frank's music, I'm learning this song atm myself. Cheers.:-)
I have all of Frank’s recorded music. Watermelon in Easter Hay will forever be my most loved. Thank you Dweezil for an awesome rendition.♥️
Frank Zappa poured his heart and soul into this composition and Dweezil played it to perfection.
It's so good that I lost count of how many times I came to hear just today.
What a powerful performance!
:,( Man, you can really see how emotional it is for him to play this one, and he is really good about keeping that from getting to him usually. From what ive heard this song is very important to him.
This was always one of my favorites as well, probably my favorite solo piece of Franks.
Its funny because i see a few comments here saying they want this played at their funeral.
I have felt the same way for years
Also, i know people are cheering when Dweez obviously chokes up a bit. I feel that they are just letting him know that they understand why and feel the same way. That they have his back. We all miss Frank. But hopefully Dweezil can see how many people still love and care about this music and that gives him some comfort.
Damn fine reply.......x
The people cheering and whistling were encouraging him.
I am glad I can feel and hear and touch this beautiful song.
This is, and always will be my favourite piece of music until the day i pass. This is the first time I've seen Dweezil cover this and if the original moved me then this has taken it to another level. The father son connotations hold a lot of meaning for me. Without trying to be morose, this WILL be played at my funeral. Absolutely brilliant.
He's channeled his dad perfectly!.....Beautiful!
I closed my eyes and saw Frank.
Thank you Dweezil for performing music that is as emotional to you as it is to me.
RIP Frank and I love his music and love that Dweezil stays so true to Franks original recording.
Beautiful, I'm in tears, son plays one of his dad's most beautiful songs and thinks of his dad departed. It brings an extra layer of emotion. Your dad will be so proud man, bless you...
For my son who passed away 5 months ago.....dad loves you Xavier. Thank you Frank fir this moving piece.....your son is doing great things.
Peace be with you my friend.
@@jfo3000And with you. Thank you.
Moving Comment. Xavier was definitely proud of his daddy. May he rest in peace
@@saminkalhor4281I appreciate that.
Played with such deep feeling and humility. A timeless gift, from father and from son.
Just beautiful. Dad would be so proud...
I love the 9/4 time sig of this piece,gives it more power than standard 4/4.
Frank was a genius like that.
Awesome Dweezil , playing Dad's song ,wonderful ❤️❤️❤️
Life doesn't get much better than this. Utterly stunning.
If I were to meet my untimely demise, my parents are given a playlist for my “celebration of a life in mediocrity” party. This is the last song to be played. What a way to go out. Absolute emotion turned up to 11. RIP FZ. And thank you Dweez.
Not sure what your music taste is or lack off, maybe Ceremony by Joy division or if inna strick metal Diet, Anthrax - in the end; would suit. Stay safe kiddo ❤️
This is an amazing and touching performance of a great composition, and a fitting tribute to a father Dweezil lost far too soon. The connection between him and Frank is manifest, even palpable. He's done Frank proud.
It makes me cry and feel sad when I hear this song !
Man.
Goosebumps every time i watch this!
Absolutely amazing Dweezil! Dad would be proud!!
Dweezil is just fantastic, plays Frank's music so well.
Been so lucky to speak with him twice after concerts in Norway,
He shows his feelings about how much he miss Frank, some tears came from me too.
Unbelievable! I thought I’d seen it all! Masterful❤❤❤ the ultimate tribute of anything ever in the history of mankind 10,000 years at least. By then music will be frank Zappa. Mark my words.
A friend of mine just asked me if i had a favorite song of all time and I said no. Then aftrr about 20 seconds insaid it would have to be Watermelon in Easter Hay. I can't think of any other song that's any better than this. This is the only one I insisted my kids play at my funeral. That much i know.
How great is that........to witness a son loving his dad? Oh my......: )
Several years back I saw Dweezil, and Zappa Plays Zappa, at a concert in New Hampshire. After the show he sat on the stage, gave autographs and chatted with fans. I asked when he would put this in the show. He said "not for many years yet". There was a look on his face you can see in this video. We lost Frank Zappa, a great musician. Dweezil lost that, and his Dad.
Dweezil always has to choke back the tears when he plays this. It is such a lush and beautiful, and now that Frank is gone, a solemn tune. I can absolutely understand the emotion for Dweez. RIP, Uncle Frank. Thank you for the time you were with us.
In retrospect, it's almost Frank writing and playing his own musical eulogy 12-13 years early.
I was so thrilled when he graciously signed my Strat...
First heard Zappa in '66 when I was 12 years old.To this day I've never heard music with more real human feeling
The mothers of invention it changed my whole.e who
E life musically . I had never heard anything like and it has stuck with me as have all his albums my whole life . 72 now and still in awe
The Zappa legend and legacy will never die. Thanks Dweezil.
Makes me super emotional. Much love Dweezil
I saw Dweezil live in concert in Oklahoma City, at the Tower Theatre on my birthday a year ago...after listening to Frank Zappas music for my whole life, it was one of the best experiences I've ever had.
...he makes similar head gestures as his dad... so beautiful - tears all around....
They were in the lobby after the show signing autographs and taking photos. Devoid of pride or arrogance despite having just razed the venue. They were all so sweet, patient, kind, and genuine. Inspirational.
Like father, like son....thank you for carrying on the family name...Frank must be so god damn proud!!!
Up there with Eddie Hazel's Maggot Brain. Not only did Dweezil cry, so did his guitar. I, Frank, would be so proud!
I also see this in the same vein as Maggot Brain. Transcendant guitar music. Guts laid bare.
@@jimventry5509 Nice, thanks.
If interested, Buckethead and John Fruciante did the same tribute.
Aunt Suzie by Buckethead and
Respectfully,
Johns before the beginning.
I would link but YT hates me and deletes my links. Thanks love!
It certainly is. Far beyond melancholy.
@jfo3000
Oh my goodness, I forgot I posted this!
Two years!
Thanks for replying, I almost forgot how Dweezil played his heart out!
Stay safe Sir,
I've enjoyed listening to FZ's compositions since 1976-ish. This one makes me cry pretty much every time & I know I'm not the only one. How excellent is it that Dweezil is carrying on with such superlative style?! Now I need a #$%^^% tissue...
I've heard this song at least 1,000 times and still... all I can say is WOW!
I’ve seen dweezel twice in concert. Every time, he tears up while playing. It is my favorite FZ song and causes me to shed some tears as well. I want this to be shared with family and friends at my celebration of life party
Dweezil is just a beautiful soul..... Not afraid to share his emotions on stage..... Missing his Pop with every note..... ❤️🤜🤛👌
Dweezil is one of the very few people on earth that Really gets his Fathers music.
My first impression is that, this piece is, reverential. Thoughtful, measured, and respectful. It is an unpretentious compliment to a great work.
It is possible to follow in the footsteps of a maverick, but impossible to recreate his flair.
This is as yet, the benchmark, and closest to equal, Frank's original work on Joe's Garage [even when Frank interpreted it in myriad ways in live performances] which will forever be, sublime.
And quite Frankly, there is no better complement, than seeing a son follow in his father's footsteps.
Outstanding piece by Dweezil.
God bless you Dweezil for carrying tbe torch of Frank's legacy. All Zappa fans in the world are desperately in need of your father's music,wich is also yours.You are making an amazing job.Thanks a lot
Utterly sublime emotion through a guitar, one of the greatest guitar instrumentals ever......Always so loved Franks version but Dweezil does it so beautifully and heartfelt in his Dad's memory... This piece is one I'd have played at my funeral and long may it play forever.
Simply sweet and poignant, Thanks Dweezil
Sublime...just utterly sublime. Such delicate beauty. It's beyond just being a song..
My all time favorite it makes me cry every time I hear it that comment warms my heart IMO Frankie was the GOAT
His dad was with him on this night - He was so emotional playing this thinking of his dad. He nailed it but heartbreaking to watch
Dweezil does justice to one of Frank’s most beautiful songs.
possiably one of the most gorgeous guitar solo ever written....who else ? FRANK
You nailed it Dweez NICE !
Can't believe this is so many years ago. I was there. And I'm still here. I love the way he interprets his father's music so beautifully.
Absolutely LOVE This. Great Honor to his Dad.
If that doesn't reach your soul...you ain't human.
Hard to believe that this beautiful insturmental first appeared on the same album that gave us the song, Why does it Hurt When I Pee? This is lovely, and I give tons of credit to Dweezil and the band for staying true to the mood and not being tempted by the presence of the live audience to try to overdo it and show off.
If anyone has ever lost someone really, really close to you, you know that no matter how much time has passed, there’s always these days, or moments where all those emotions/memories/sadness/happiness/regret etc. come rushing back.
Most times (at least for me) that moment is triggered by a song. Now imagine you’re playing that song, on a stage, in front of an audience.
That’s what you’re witnessing here.
Feeling. Every. Note. is Dweez. That's what great music does.
The pain of losing Frank is so powerfully muted by his greatest EVER musical creation = Dweezil. Son, your Father is watching you with his pride in who you are. You’re incredible mate! 🦋🫶🏽🪺🌧️✨❤️🎋👚✨❤️
AWESOME Tribute to his Dad.
Dweezil, you nailed it and some. What a tune. Frank would be so proud that you can hold the audience just as he did.❤❤❤❤❤ P.S well done to sound and lightning, great job.
I was there. What a band.. what a heart warming moment
Dweezil's version of this song is the final word, it's so soulful and the best possible version of Frank's beautiful song.
Technically, it's not that difficult to play; but to play it well is a huge challenge.