Steve Lukather about finding peace with God and why he got sober
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Respect Steve getting sober isn't easy I'm 31 days today
God bless you! One 24 at a time!
Yeah, man. Wishing you all the best.
Still going? Best of luck to you and please take care
it is easy if you just dont start
@@Ottophil lol
I got to meet Steve backstage in Atlanta after a show in 2018. I played guitar for a living for over 25 years, and finally got to meet my guitar hero and tell him the speech I've had in my head for over 30 years. Told him how much he influenced me - how he basically taught me to play guitar through his recordings. He almost teared up - hugged me - and thanked me for sharing that with him. He said he was so glad that I didn't get to meet him decades before, because he wouldn't have been sober and fully appreciated it. What a good dude. One of the best nights of my life. The next morning he tweeted back at me - I had that screenshot as my phone background for months! Long live Luke!
I felt so happy for you my man!
@Alan Carriaga Eddie VH, Steve and Vito Bratta (White Lion) definitely 3 of the best.
@Alan Carriaga Have ever seen Vito live, he is AMAZING.
Made my day reading this
Wow! Cool,
Takes a big man to admit to and show regret for prior transgressions. I applaud Steve for this. And Steve...please know how great your influence is for guitarists everywhere, and of all levels (including this guy). IMHO, both you and EVH are the Bach and Mozart of our generation.
Luke and Eddie - Bach and Mozart of our generation - I couldn‘t find any better comparison.
@@haraldstein2987 hahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahhahahahahahahahahahahahahah
@@milanforever7014 My sentiments exactly. Hey Harald & MC... THERE IS NO BACH AND MOZART OF THIS GENERATION, YOU PHILISTINES!
sure it happens to everybody...Bach n Mozart not sure about it.....EVH yes...created his own sound amps n guitars.....Steve not quite but definitely amazing guitar playing
@@atta1798 not quite,but that’s why he was used thousands of times in the studio for so many other bands records
I've been praying for Steve. Asking God to save him.
YAY Steve! Yes!....Being sober is where it's at. I really didn't start living until I stopped drinking. I also finally started knowing how and how to play guitar when I sobered up. I had been playing professionally for 15 years by the time I got sober. It's amazing how much power I had sober. And focus. I also started piling myself into God and Jesus. Man....my life truly opened up. I am blessed. I have been playing guitar for over 50 years and I am still continuing to learn something new on the guitar almost every day. God Bless you Steve.
*"I also started piling myself into God and Jesus. Man....my life truly opened up."* Really?! Seems to me it closed up. Reaching for false comforts and self-deception to kill your pain isn't the way to go.
@@dannyboy8336 *"you are the one who has been deceived by the father of lies, satan!"*
Of course! After all, we should expect that anyone who believes there is a magical invisible father figure is ALSO going to believe there is a magical evil uncle. Makes sense, right? 😇
Let me know when you have something more than an emotional belief in an ancient story. THINKING is hard; BELIEVING is easy.
@@chikkipop You are showing total ignorance. You have no idea what I have gone through or done before or after I quit drinking. I don't really care whether you judge me or not. But you are a societal problem . Passing judgement on anyone is not good Your karma will catch up to one day. It's the way life goes. Bitter creates bitter
@@donaldroberts7055 *"You have no idea what I have gone through or done before or after I quit drinking."* Yes I do. You told me:
*"I also started piling myself into God and Jesus"*
And that's what I commented on. So, no "total ignorance," right?
*"But you are a societal problem . Passing judgement on anyone is not good"*
Your ignorance & superstition is the societal problem. Speaking up to challenge childish belief is a good thing to do.
There is *NOTHING* wrong with "passing judgment"! But you get one thing wrong, as so many of you do: it's the *IDEA* that I'm judging. It's a silly one.
*"Your karma will catch up to one day. It's the way life goes. Bitter creates bitter"*
That would be great if it were only true. People would be rewarded for the good they had done, and I'd benefit.
And how strange that you suggest I'm "bitter," as if you could possibly know that.
Donald good for you I’m happy that the Lord has richly blessed you and even though Dennis is a moron I still consider him a neighbor I must love, hee hee
His honesty is great. My admiration to him just got stronger and I am a fan since 40 years. ❤
Luke is an amazing human being. Brutal honesty.. love it. Anyone would go nuts for awhile having a lifestyle like that. If you make it through it alive, you win!
Brutally frank testimony of a changed life and getting right with God.
There's a god to get right with?!
Peace with God through Jesus ... the only way.
Steve, I’m so happy for you finding peace in God and getting sober. I became sober 15 years ago and took up ultra running. I love my wife, career as an Elementary School Music Teacher and God as well.
Thank you for inspiring the next generation's musicians!
What god do you love? And how do you even know of it?
You have some very motivating things and people in your life, and God as well. God bless your sobriety and give all your heart to the ones you love.
@@notbraindead7298 What is a "god" and how do you know about it?
@@chikkipop He has a career as God, beyond amazing. Right?
Steve Lukather IS MY HERO!!!!
I’ve been fortunate to have had about 4 conversations with Steve at various venues like the Baked Potato. He’s always been polite and never given me the bum’s rush like “I’m too important to be talking to you”. He’s signed CDs for me and even taken them to other guys he was playing with like David Garfield to make sure I had something special signed by as many of the artists as possible. Even got to hold onto his guitar as he was busy taking care of something on stage during a club gig. Makes me proud to be the owner of a Music Man Luke 1 with the Floyd Rose trem. He’s just my favorite guitar player. I appreciate his kindness and his sense of humor. Glad to hear things are going well. Love your song Run to Me. Makes me think of my kids and close friends. Losing too many friends as we get older. Gotta give ‘em love while we’re still together. Regrets don’t do any good when they’re gone. Live strong my brother.
very jealous ... one of my bucket list dreams is seeing Luke and Landau at the Baked Potato on New Years...every time I check, they are already sold out.. Would love to play drums for them at the BP. I will be seeing Toto for the 5th time in Lincoln NE in a few weeks. Looking forward to it.
Repenting is a big deal. No one is perfect and he was involved in a difficult place. Hendrix was famous for being fucjed up on stage and studio so he isn't alone , lots of rock stars went through it. Just watched a interview with Eric Clapton talking about it. I could have gone down that road of being a rock star, but God (his name is capitalized incidentally) didn't want that for me, He had other plans. Looks like fun on the outside, but ask anyone who went through it if they had it to do over again. Anyway I'm proud of Steve for having the courage to overcome. That's a big part of what were doing here. You can see the remorse written all over him. God bless you man!
Leslie L: Same here; I'm a drummer (who admires Jeff Porcaro), who "could have made it big", but doors closed -- thank God.
God bless you.
Now that’s from the heart. Bless you, Steve!
Toto got me thru alot of hard times. I only saw them once in Seattle in 80's. It was a magical night. I'm glad to see Steve. Thank you.
You one of the great guitarist of our time . You have come a long way , get rid off all the f's when you talk and you will be more powerful . Love you brother !
Steve's way with words and honesty = gold.
True recovery is helping others get sober. Steve we need you, man !
Sez you
I had the honor and pleasure of meeting Steve at his studio during a photo shoot for Rivera Amps. One of the most memorable days of my life. Fun guy, with insane talent and totally firm to earth. Gave me a hug when I left.
Luke seems like such an amazing guy. Dude has some incredible perspective, you can tell he's lived it.
He really should give his life to Jesus if he truly wants to find peace with God, it’s all about honoring Jesus and having a true deep relationship with God
He’s such a good dude and an amazing influence on so many musicians.
Wow. Humbling story from one of my heros. Congrats to you Steve. Stay the course.
God's Grace and guidance are truly shining in Steve's actions and behavior. Very few Musicians even TALK about God as Steve has here. Rudy Sarzo, and Carlos Santana do quite often.
1970borntorun: As do Mark Farner, Kerry Livgren, Ric Cua and others.
wonderful transparency about difficult personal matters; so helpful when people who have had it all for a long time speak of its cost, and how great that SL found strength and courage to turn away and change his patterns. bravo.
God bless you, dear Luke! I am the one of the guitarists that your influence was enormous! Thank you for all of us, who tried follow your paths. I was at Toto concerts twice, both time in Belgrade, Serbia, and that was unforgettable! I'm happy that you stop drinking, and find dear Lord! Pray, love and respect!
Love Steve! Incredible musician, hilariously funny and genuine guy!
I got sober in 1995 and went to meetings for 18 years. But then it was time to move on. I needed new ideas and new people and I have thrived.
GOD BLESS YOU, LUKE!!!! Seriously....glad you're still around, Brother.
Good for you Steve! You are a good man despite your shortcomings. It is a hard thing to handle and most people never really understand that trap of fame and fortune. And you have always been an inspiration to so many good guitar players. Look at all the guitar players you helped become a more mature musician because of their admiration for you. Myself included. Thank you ,Steve!!
What a great man. I’m a bassist but been a fan of his studio work and TOTO for years. Even got his Starlicks lesson VHS (who remember those?😌📼). To hear him admit his downfall and MAKING peace with it and MOVING ON to better himself takes great courage. I admire and respect him ever more for this. I hope to meet him in Philly one day. I’m sure the deaths of Jeff and Mike Porcaro played a part of this. They were like brothers and when you loose special guys like that, it hurts. And a failing marriage on top of that? Oh yeah, that will send any one spiraling, and the pressures of the business doesn’t help either. He was living the life but when shit happens, watch out! I’m just glad he’s still here. God bless you, Steve; and CONTINUE your success.😌🎶👍🏾
I wish Steve peace and happiness. He is remorseful for his wrongdoings, but he must also give himself credit for creating and giving joy through his music. Cut yourself a little slack Steve, the good you have done will live on long after your physical self.... while your transgressions will be buried, forgiven and forgotten.
Amazing guitarist.
I had a similar experience, minus being a famous rock star lol
Was sick and tired of being sick and tired and finally in sincerity asked God for help to quit..He did 15 years now. Glad to hear/see Steve’s story. God accepts a broken and contrite heart. God bless 🙏🏼
There's a "god" and it accepts things? How did you learn this, and can you share your evidence for such an amazing discovery?
@@chikkipop
Psalm 19:1 The heavens declare the glory of God; the skies proclaim the work of his hands.
2 Day after day they pour forth speech; night after night they reveal knowledge.
3 They have no speech, they use no words; no sound is heard from them, 4 Yet their voice goes out into all the earth, their words to the ends of the world..
Psalm 51: 16 You do not delight in sacrifice, or I would bring it; you do not take pleasure in burnt offerings.
17 My sacrifice, O God, is a broken spirit; a broken and contrite heart you, God, will not despise.
Psalm 10:4 In the pride of his face the wicked does not seek him;
all his thoughts are, “There is no God.”
Proverbs 3:34: “God opposes the proud but gives grace to the humble” (ESV).
Jeremiah 29:13
You will seek me and find me when you seek me with all your heart.
@@Terrobul Gave a great reply, but I don't see it here. In any case, quoting ancient men is extremely gullible. If you're an adult it's amazing you don't see that.
@@chikkipop The Bible is the most studied book in history. One doesn’t need to feel like they’re leaving their brain at the door, being gullible or taking it on blind faith. Textual criticism, archeology and many other fields of study provide a strong case for the reliability of the scriptures and the reality of God.
Forgive me if this is a little long but for clarity sake: The primary message of the Bible is the gospel of Jesus Christ, which is an offer of salvation because all have sinned in His sight and the wages of sin is death but not to those that humbly receive Gods offer of salvation by trusting in Him versus trusting in themselves to be made right in His sight. Trust in the goodness of Jesus not your own goodness. That’s the primary message which takes humility to accept.
God opposes the proud but gives grace to the humble.
Take care and God bless 🙏🏼🤙🏼
@@Terrobul *"One doesn’t need to feel like they’re leaving their brain at the door, being gullible or taking it on blind faith."*
Yes they do!
*"Textual criticism, archeology and many other fields of study provide a strong case for the reliability of the scriptures and the reality of God."*
No they don't!
*"The primary message of the Bible is the gospel of Jesus Christ, which is an offer of salvation because all have sinned in His sight and the wages of sin is death but not to those that humbly receive Gods offer of salvation"*
And that primary message is so utterly absurd that it's astounding that full grown adults actually believe it! Fortunately there isn't the slightest reason to think it's true. It is amazing what *indoctrination* can do to people, especially if they get you when you're young. Kids will believe anything adults tell them.
*"Trust in the goodness of Jesus not your own goodness. That’s the primary message which takes humility to accept."*
What utterly absurd cult talk that is! It doesn't take humility; it takes extreme gullibility.
*"God opposes the proud but gives grace to the humble."*
What god?
How would you know what a god opposed?
And how would you know that rejecting an *obvious* ancient myth was because someone was *"proud"?*
I know how you "know" these things; all three of them. It's because that is what you were *TAUGHT.* Now the question is, should we believe everything we're taught?
The most humble I've seen this man and could clearly hear his heart. Never knew which "Luke" I'd meet when I'd see him bc of his past struggles. Thankful he's at peace...he's a good man.
Beautiful. I’m happy he’s where he’s at in his journey and life.
I'm glad he's one of the one's that's still with us. Many rock stars aren't. All the things the did in the fast lane and left behind caught up with them.
Steve is smart, honest and very talented.
God loves us even though we mess up! He knows we are going to make mistakes but still loves us and will forgive us. Steve has a very great talent unique to only him. We have all enjoyed listening to him play…oh my! Like he said being a rockstar has its dangers…the temptations can kill you or at least destroy relationships. I am so happy to hear he that he is sober and wants to heal himself and be there for friends and family. I too have experienced some of these things on a much smaller scale, but I have regrets, I have made mistakes and hurt those I love. Moving forward I strive to be the best man I can be. Love others, help people, appreciate what I have. Also I will always enjoy listening to Steve even more now that I know him a little better!
Steve is not only a Great GUITAR PLAYER and session guy but also a HUMAN BEING...everybody makes mistakes in their lives!
I'm very glad you have seen the light and making good decisions. The world has lost too much great talent to self destructive behavior. I hurts my soul when I see someone with all the talent that I so badly wish I had, and they are throwing it away along with their lives. God Bless and keep you!
My getting clean dry and sober was extremely hard....it drove me to my knees..I asked God for help...I was urinating blood...and my wife said she loved me but didn't want to spend her life with an alcoholic..I was loosing everything...I had to leave the band to get dry and clean... it was tough...but I got clean and sober with God's help...and have managed to record some great albums since getting clean and sober...also got to play with some fantastic line ups..in my band opened for some of my hero's...this second chance has been a blessing...🙏
Aw man, me too 2:46, secret drinking, lying about if, how much, when, what, where. That was me. Ten years sober for me now. Greatest thing I did. Admit it, face our past, clean it up, forgive then and us, and the healing happens. Slowly, but solidly.
Makes me want to attend a Toto concert just for the possibility of meeting him.
You guys have to realize that this man is Musical Genius and that people have demons
really?
Steve, thanks for your brutal honesty and how you're dealing with it. I too have and had my own demons with this kind of stuff but in a different way.
I was a caregiver for my mom who had dementia and I numbed myself to deal with the stress of it. She passed last year and I would do it all over again, but only without the additives.
Although, I wouldn't have minded the debauchery of the rock star lifestyle for a couple of years-lol
But seriously, continued success in your journey.
Just a great human being. I'm so thankfull for his art.
Love the no holds barred honesty! Respect.
Great insight from one of rock's greatest guitarists. By the way, since he's not talking about the ancient Greek or Egyptian gods, you should spell God with a capital.
What a truly authentic, beautiful man. You rock, Steve!
Grace and Love
It takes a real man to own up to the mistakes made and the courage to learn to forgive yourself, be proud of what you have accomplished since leaving that life behind. Your far from done, thank you for being part of the soundtrack of our lives and continuing your musical adventures
He's seen the light god bless him
Beautiful soul
A year ago I started researching all of Tito’s music. Lukather is amazing. I love hearing his honesty
Love Luke’s candidness. ❤️
In all of his interviews, he shows an honest man, direct truthful yet with an amazing sense of humor. I would love to talk to him some day but not after a concert. I 'd enjoy a more relaxing athmosphere like in a restaurant or by the beach. Ha ha ha!!! Oh, with a sunset please!!!!🌞❤
God bless you Steve.
If I could talk to Steve, I would let him know that true forgiveness only comes from Jesus Christ through repentance and faith. It doesn't come from forgiving yourself. I pray he will find that path and become a new creation in Christ.
Amen and Amen
A fan since 1980. One thing for sure. You have to forgive yourself before you can truly get right. For some that is tremendously hard. God show your mercy to them..
His Book Gospel According to Luke is amazing. I read it all the way though on a 4 hour flight...couldn't put it down. Down to earth, humble and just a great guy with funny stories.
What a good dude. A mans, man in my opinion. It takes a big person to publicly admit their short comings. God knows we all have them, I sure do.
Glad he got his life together, super guitarist. But like the old saying goes, life is a long lesson in humility. Congratulations Steve, wish u the best.
I appreciate his openess greatly!
It's always nice to hear a testimony of a person finding peace with themselves and choosing to embrace God in their own way.
Not someone jamming God down your throat but allowing the person to come to their own thoughts of their path traveled much but seeing their going the wrong way.
It's sad because so many talk God the wrong way and many just stay away thinking their just trash.
I'm glad he found his revival in God and found a better path to walk.
Much blessings to you. We might not all get the revelation the same day but when we find it , it's because your ready to see something more then you didn't see before.
Thanks, Steve. Congrats on sobriety.
I would Love To Play Drums With Steve An No Matter What Brother You Are Loved Non The Less..! ✌🏼
Life is about living and learning Luke. And having fun, and sharing love. And you have done all of that in spades. If it helps, God/Spirit, whatever you choose to call it, doesn’t forgive, because there is nothing to forgive. You lived and learned, and well done to you for that. Not everybody does that. And you honoured for the talent and inspiration that you are Luke. Stories proving that are always left in the comments on videos, just like this one. We love you. ❤️❤️
Extraordinary musical talent and down to earth as real as it gets!
I love Steve Lukather and he is definitely one of the greatest guitarists to have ever lived! I loved his candor and his faith in God. God Bless You Richly Steve! Please come to Dallas-Fort Worth! We want to hear your symphony of rich music that you have demonstrated with TOTO and other great Supercross over the years!
So many people shudder at the thought of having the experience of the dark night of the soul. This comes to many people for different reasons. I'm so glad that Steve had his and came out the other side a better person... Or perhaps I should say the person he was meant to be!
Even with all SL self- professed faults/sins, how can you not just love him and his honesty.♥️♥️♥️I have a feeling he’s gonna help a lot of people outside of music with these kinds of videos.
@@MFKR696 I said self-proclaimed.
@@MFKR696 I was trying to express that I really appreciate his transparency in sharing such private things with us. It makes me like him even more. Sort of like Stevie Rae Vaughan and his struggles-when he came out the other side, my admiration for him grew even more. My comment wasn’t a slam, or disrespect. If it came across that way, it wasn’t what I intended for sure.
@@88pynogrl it didn’t come off poorly .. you said it correctly.. on a different note.. I was fortunate to see Stevie Ray Voughn in concert in Massachusetts before he passed away in the accident.. it was really good concert.. I think all the members have gotten older and cleaned themselves up from drinking and drugs. It’s good SL can admit he needed to get sober ..
@@jadebell8790 thanks! I envy anyone who got to see SRV in concert. It’s so sad that everything was going so well for him in his career, and his relationship-and the rug was pulled out from under him. It’s so sobering how quick life can change.
Humility makes all the difference in the world.
Wish young people of this day and age hear this ...
Praying that he truly finds out what it means to "get right with God". Jesus is the way, the truth, and the life. It's not "whatever gets you through the night"...... it's Jesus Christ and Jesus Christ alone!
Listen to Pastor Patrick Boyle's "the bible way to heaven" on TH-cam. Peace
Amen mate.
Amen
Him playing drunk is probably better than most of us playing sober. Yet he is sorry for disappointing us? What an inspiring testimony.
That was beautiful, thanks for sharing.
Luke…God Bless ya man.👍🏼
For me one of the best guitar players in the world.
What a genuine guy. Love the interview.
Great man,Great musician.Whata living LEGEND!Thank you Luke.
your the best man! so strong for doing this, is amazing, good luck!
Thank U Steve
I was so furious
Every Day is a victory
The rest is private
LOVE U Steve
GOD BLESS U BRO.....
Love you, Steve. Keep on rocking!
My wife and I had our wedding "reception" at the 'Baked Potato' venue on September 25, 2002. I wore my custom painted Toto "Turn Back" album cap. Steve was playing with his band "Doves of Peace" and he announced our presence that night in the studio audience! I have been to Toto concerts in 1982, 1985, 1990, 2000, 2001 (Taste of Newport Beach), and many more. I have every album, one of which is a still-sealed "The Seventh One" LP!
Stay on this same path Steve. Those of us who pray are praying for you. You're headed in a good direction now. Baruch HaShem!
Incredible voice, Incredible guitar player! I hope someday I will be able to see him perform live.
Steve you are an inspiration to so many and you went all the way to the edge and lived to tell about it , that takes a lot of will power and inner strength . Plus your singing and guitar work is some of the finest ever! I love hearing your stories from the trenches . keep em coming !
THANK YOU
Steve Luthaker has an amazing g voice and can make his guitar cry. What an amazing musician. So glad he is sober and his life is in a better chapter. God works in mysterious ways. He has saved me from myself too many times to count! If God forgives us we should be able to forgive ourselves but sometimes it just is. It that easy. I am sure people will forgive him for everything!❤
Wow! To so casually say, "I hang out with Ringo..." Mind blowing! Good job, Steve! It takes a bunch of humility to get to that place. Was in P.E. in high school with Steve and other members of Toto. Not knowing you were heading to the heights you did, It sure seemed there were a lot of lost kids doing whatever they wanted back in the days of Grant. For what it's worth and since this is titled, ..."Finding Peace With God..." For those struggling with addictions and themselves, no one can save you, but yourself. You have to be so sick of it that you snap out of it. In the Bible, Jeremiah 2:19, "Your own wickedness will correct you, And your backslidings will rebuke (correct) you." It's great to have friends and support. "The wounds of a friend are faithful, but the kisses of an enemy are deceitful." Kudos to your ex for being strong enough to speak truth to you. Keep rockin'! Thanks for all the great music and inspiration!
He does not regret at all.....
Your language changes if you really have peace with God.
He's a great guitar player. My Dad is a great auto mechanic. My dad wins.
The way he opened up and spoke his truths, made me respect him even more as a person. We all go through patches in our 20s and 30s where we think we are invincible and don't think of the repercussions of our stupid actions.....then one day....POW! Love this guy. Always been a fan of his playing and his influence.
Authentic, what you see is what you get, hands down. Realistic, losing importance, seeing reality, humbling experience. He will live with regret & forgiveness the rest of his life. Why? Because that mirrors your failures into your new life and it keeps you there. I pray for you Steve.
Steven Stills wrote "Don't let the past remind us of what we are not now". It's a new day every morning for all of us who are trying to ' do things right' now.
I met Steve at Penns Peak in the Poconos of Pennsylvania...during "The Falling in Between" tour. It is a memory that I shall never forget. I thought that I was the only one suffering with problems. Steve...thank you so much for your disclosure. It certainly helps me put my life into perspective. I did meet Mikey. Little did we know that he was about to suffer from ALS. Let us give ourselves to The Lord. There is no higher power...that power...is the spirit of forgiveness...for ourselves and others...lol...DADDY GORDO
Steve I've lost over 100 family, friends and acquaintances to this addiction. They are all gone. I want to make a difference and help people.
It is good to see yourself for who we really are...Steve give your life to Christ. ask for forgiveness and trust in Him for salvation....He and only He can giveyou real true peace. Love ya Steve
VERY cool and honest. thank you.