Totally love this song. I actually play this song at all my shows and people say hell yeah Thank you so much Brian for all your songs. They all tell a story and project Feeling. I am totally bummed I missed you and the band at Montage Mountain. Hopefully you come back to Scranton Pennsylvania again. I would love to share some of my original music with you.☮️☮️🎵🎶
Gorgeous song, beautifully written, beautifully sung by a voice that has more character than most novels. It should live forever. How lucky for us all.
Danced with my fiancée to you guys playing this in Homer, NY 5 years ago. We were the only ones standing. We got married later that year. This is our song. Thank you for such an amazing memory.
Once upon a time great music existed, and we were apart of it, we saw it, we lived it, no one can take that away from us. This is one of those great songs that will be great forever. A different generation, and we keep coming back here to listen, because it doesn’t exist anymore, this generation will never understand. Thank you so much for this upload, like so many others, it means so much to me 🙏🏽
This song had me captured with the first cord . In context the use in the movie Rock Star defined it for me as a transitional piece of chasing a dream and truly understanding that you were already living that dream as yourself . Well done this song is truly a timeless treasure ✌🏻
I so very much love The Verve Pipe's music - I play guitar and sing and have covered quite a number of their hits along the way...so many open, vulnerable stories in them! That said, I heard this song again a few days ago, the day I found out my 28 yr old son had passed away. His name is Gray and he was so very, very colourful in my life and in the lives of those that knew him. I've sobbed like a grieving father through repeat playings of it since Wednesday and it has helped me immensely. I know I have to cry - a LOT - and music has always been my doctor (DB), so it's my therapy right now. Thank you for this one, Brian Vander Ark, it is seriously helping me through an unimaginable time.
“You are more beautiful when you awake, then most are in a lifetime”. Oh boy those lyrics have been imbedded in my head for years. Lost the love of my life and my entire world in one day. This song is very tough to listen too. Good memories and emotions come with it as well. Great music is pretty amazing
I wish there was a way to 👍👍👍👍 this video a thousand more times. Colorful is one of those very rare Perfect Songs. Perfect lyrics, perfect melody, perfect chord progression. "You are more beautiful when you awake than most are in a lifetime" is one of the greatest lines ever set to music.
I sang this to my wife at our wedding. Truly one of my all time favorite songs Brian. I remember I was in a play up in Boston when Rockstar came out and I went to see it alone on an off day. This song truly blew me away. You're an incredible musician, performer and I'm gonna say it man...wordsmith! Thank you for sharing your talent with the world brother.
"you are more beautiful when you awake, than most are in a lifetime..." I wish everybody to feel that way when you look at the face next to you in the morning, when you open your eyes...
I do. It’s why this song reminds me of my wife every time I heard it. And the lines I know I can be colorful, I know I can be gray, reminds me of how much she has to put up (with me).
The first time I heard this song, it resonated with me. I started singing it to my children when I put them to sleep, and this routine carried on, every night, for several years. It started with my son, who was seven when Rockstar came out, and then eventually my daughter (two years younger) started asking for it as well. They would both ask me to sing them the "storybook" song. Within the first couple of lines, my son, in a very Pavlovian way, would start to yawn, like clockwork. LOL. Thank you for this beautiful melody that played a big part in our lives.
Awesome to see a good live video of this wonderful song! It was the first song my very first band played together in high school as part of a school concert. I was 15 and thought I’d become a rockstar. Now I’m 32 and teach music in middle school. Still love this song to death!
@@thebrianvanderarkchannel2408 anytime BVA ! I always look forward to hearing your new work and seeing you when you tour. Any chance you will be playing ACL Fest, ACL Live or ACL 3-Ten live again soon?
Aw man, I just rewatched Rock Star and this song just gets me. I love how simple song can mean so much. The music just fills up the room even at low volume. My lack of vocabulary fails me to describe how this song makes me feel. Great song dude.
The first time I heard this song was at the end of the movie Rock Star. I had to see who the real musicians were that played this beautiful song. Brian You sing and play beautiful you lovely man. 😍
This is everything!! The music.. the drop with the violin. The back up vocals. This is a song I must experience live. Heartfelt and emotional. Love it!!
What a STELLAR performance of a terrific song! This song has touched my heart for maaaany years...it just simply never gets old. It's a beautiful song. Thank you BVA for this gem!!! And - for those new to BVA/Verve Pipe...DON'T stop here. He has many fine songs. For starters - try "Found", or perhaps his excellent cover of "While My Guitar Gently Weeps". A VASTLY underrated talent!!!
Brian, one of my all time favorites. My gf Kaitlin purchased this written song signed by you. Just wanted to say thank you so much. I have it framed and hanging. You have no idea how much your music has inspired me, and has also got me through some of the darkest times of my life. Keep rockin. Can't wait to see you and the band next summer. We have tickets for one of your postponed shows in PA! Much love.. - Scott
Was just watching a new tv series, it had a musician singing that reminded me of someone...took me a few before the lightbulb came on & had to come listen to this song. What a beautiful song & voice, standing the rest of time & obviously in my subconscious. Will love it always.
I find myself coming back to this performance on a weekly basis, loved this song since the first time I heard it back in 01! The lyrics are among the best to ever be recorded.
Ever since i heard the freshman for the first time it has been in my top 10 favorite songs. Brian you are a fantastic artist and i hope to see you live sometime up here in Alberta Canada.
Saw the concert in GR! I absolutely loved the show and the live version of Colorful. The backing vocals at the end makes the song so full and complete. Just beautiful!
I love this song. It takes me back to a very interesting point in my life that soon took a sudden tragic turn. Perhaps rediscovering this song now finally closes an extremely difficult and extended chapter.
Let me first say that I'm a huge fan of the first Verve Pipe album. I also love all of the Brian Vander Ark house party videos. Like most, I first heard this song in Rock Star. It was the perfect song for that moment in the movie. I've since come to love Colorful as a perfectly written pop rock tune. And I do not use that phrase casually. This live clip is about as good as it gets. You should be proud! I hope to get the chance to see you live after this shit show of a year. On new years eve, lets all take a few shots and never speak of 2020 again. Here's to live music in the new year. Peace!
@@thebrianvanderarkchannel2408 is this THE Brian Vander?! If so, you’re a great song writer! Thanks for sharing with the world! 🌎 and ya that F on the pre chorus makes the whole song and really tied the whole rock star movie together. That’s all you and it’s got to be so cool walking around knowing that 😄! Great job, brother, and have a great day!
This is an absolute gem of a song still in 2025.
2024 and I am still listening to this music. Makes me think of my husband Cullen, who will always love me, colorful or grey.
....Cullen is one very lucky guy to have someone like you....Perfect comment,just perfect!
Real music, played by real musicians, with real talent.
I appreciate that!
Totally agree 💯
Totally love this song. I actually play this song at all my shows and people say hell yeah Thank you so much Brian for all your songs. They all tell a story and project Feeling. I am totally bummed I missed you and the band at Montage Mountain. Hopefully you come back to Scranton Pennsylvania again. I would love to share some of my original music with you.☮️☮️🎵🎶
@@thebrianvanderarkchannel2408 this song means the world to me and sets a perfect tone to my life story! THANK YOU SO MUCH
Amen
Gorgeous song, beautifully written, beautifully sung by a voice that has more character than most novels. It should live forever. How lucky for us all.
Danced with my fiancée to you guys playing this in Homer, NY 5 years ago. We were the only ones standing. We got married later that year. This is our song. Thank you for such an amazing memory.
Why were they in homer?
Once upon a time great music existed, and we were apart of it, we saw it, we lived it, no one can take that away from us. This is one of those great songs that will be great forever. A different generation, and we keep coming back here to listen, because it doesn’t exist anymore, this generation will never understand. Thank you so much for this upload, like so many others, it means so much to me 🙏🏽
Beautiful post. Spot on
Gave me chills when I first listened to it in Rock Star. Gave me way more chills seeing this version. Absolutely wonderful!
Thank you Daniele!
I sing this to my wife, but to myself, I don't want her to know ,😅
Me too!
There are FEW songs that echo timelessly. This is one of them.
Here in 2025....... For One Amazing Song ! ❤
The lyrics are amazing, it really is a love song for anyone, so you grab it up and can claim it as ‘our song’. The key change is a nice touch too.
This song had me captured with the first cord . In context the use in the movie Rock Star defined it for me as a transitional piece of chasing a dream and truly understanding that you were already living that dream as yourself . Well done this song is truly a timeless treasure ✌🏻
Thanks The Verve Pipe
I think it made me feel the romance of getting older from my youth
I so very much love The Verve Pipe's music - I play guitar and sing and have covered quite a number of their hits along the way...so many open, vulnerable stories in them!
That said, I heard this song again a few days ago, the day I found out my 28 yr old son had passed away. His name is Gray and he was so very, very colourful in my life and in the lives of those that knew him.
I've sobbed like a grieving father through repeat playings of it since Wednesday and it has helped me immensely. I know I have to cry - a LOT - and music has always been my doctor (DB), so it's my therapy right now.
Thank you for this one, Brian Vander Ark, it is seriously helping me through an unimaginable time.
“You are more beautiful when you awake, then most are in a lifetime”. Oh boy those lyrics have been imbedded in my head for years. Lost the love of my life and my entire world in one day. This song is very tough to listen too. Good memories and emotions come with it as well. Great music is pretty amazing
Thanks "rock star" movie, I know this song at the end of the movie.
It's good to hear you doing a cover of Mark Wahlberg's song. 😉
😂🤣
#RockStar
#TheVervePipe
Ha! Boooooo
It was written by Rob and he was "damn proud to have written it" too 😛
Tooooo funny!
dick!! but it was funny!!
2022 still listening to this masterpiece!!
One of the most underrated bands ever.
How you have not gotten more recognition for this is beyond me.
I’m 33 years old and am only now getting into the verve pipe. I feel as though I’ve been cheated out of a lot of years of good music lol
Thanks Dude! Glad you are catching up. New music coming again soon. I appreciate your comment.
@@thebrianvanderarkchannel2408 I appreciate the reply! I’m actually hoping to do a cover of this song in the future! Thanks for the great music!
I wish there was a way to 👍👍👍👍 this video a thousand more times.
Colorful is one of those very rare Perfect Songs. Perfect lyrics, perfect melody, perfect chord progression.
"You are more beautiful when you awake than most are in a lifetime" is one of the greatest lines ever set to music.
This should be at least 10 million views! My god this song is so beautiful! Thank you sir much love from The Philippines.
Thank you!
I sang this to my wife at our wedding. Truly one of my all time favorite songs Brian. I remember I was in a play up in Boston when Rockstar came out and I went to see it alone on an off day. This song truly blew me away. You're an incredible musician, performer and I'm gonna say it man...wordsmith! Thank you for sharing your talent with the world brother.
I really appreciate the kind words Jeff - thank you.
"you are more beautiful when you awake, than most are in a lifetime..."
I wish everybody to feel that way when you look at the face next to you in the morning, when you open your eyes...
Love this. Thank you.
I do. It’s why this song reminds me of my wife every time I heard it. And the lines I know I can be colorful, I know I can be gray, reminds me of how much she has to put up (with me).
This song means so much to me. It speaks to me now more than ever. I love this version so much.
Thanks so much.
Love this song so much
I love this song and this movie! Perfect!!! Kisses from Brazil 🇧🇷
Two words ,, hats off " Bravo!!!!!!!!!
The first time I heard this song, it resonated with me. I started singing it to my children when I put them to sleep, and this routine carried on, every night, for several years. It started with my son, who was seven when Rockstar came out, and then eventually my daughter (two years younger) started asking for it as well. They would both ask me to sing them the "storybook" song. Within the first couple of lines, my son, in a very Pavlovian way, would start to yawn, like clockwork. LOL. Thank you for this beautiful melody that played a big part in our lives.
Thank you Alessandro - what a great story. Much love to the family!
@@thebrianvanderarkchannel2408 back at ya!!
This songs brings me to a very colorful imagination. Woah!!!
Thank you for finally posting a great video version of one of my all time favorite songs. It was well worth the wait!!!
I appreciate that!
A great song is a great song. Beautifully performed. Nuff said.
Thanks Bill!
Just discovered this band today. Wow!!!
What an awesome live performance of an incredible song - so glad I stumbled onto this!
Thank you Tom!
Awesome to see a good live video of this wonderful song! It was the first song my very first band played together in high school as part of a school concert. I was 15 and thought I’d become a rockstar. Now I’m 32 and teach music in middle school. Still love this song to death!
Thank you!
Always one of my favorites BVA. Super lyrics, melody, musician & friend. Beautiful. ☆
Thank you Wendy!
@@thebrianvanderarkchannel2408 anytime BVA ! I always look forward to hearing your new work and seeing you when you tour. Any chance you will be playing ACL Fest, ACL Live or ACL 3-Ten live again soon?
@@wendyb7008 Wendy Bonn? Hope you're doing great!
@@thebrianvanderarkchannel2408 I am, thank you friend. Come on down, we miss you and your music here. Prince is back in town too.
Amazing song- sound, great guy!
Thank you for this song - cheers from the Cayman Islands.
Cheers! Thank you for your message.
Fanfreakintastic!
Thank you!
One of the most beautiful songs that you sing. Great melody and voice.
Thanks John!
Aw man, I just rewatched Rock Star and this song just gets me.
I love how simple song can mean so much. The music just fills up the room even at low volume.
My lack of vocabulary fails me to describe how this song makes me feel.
Great song dude.
Your vocabulary has made my day - thanks for your comment!
Beautiful song - the last part of the last chorus always gets the hair on my arms up - awesome song writing there!
Thanks for your comment Mick - I appreciate that.
The first time I heard this song was at the end of the movie Rock Star. I had to see who the real musicians were that played this beautiful song. Brian You sing and play beautiful you lovely man. 😍
Thank you DW! Sorry for the late response.
@@thebrianvanderarkchannel2408 no worries. Thanks for your response. 🙂
thank you for writing this song
Great freaking song!
Thank you Brian!
It’s normal always after I listen this track I feel like if I need cry and puke all those bad vibes and emotions? Adore it
Perfect song
Damn good to hear THIS!!!
Appreciated!
This is everything!! The music.. the drop with the violin. The back up vocals. This is a song I must experience live. Heartfelt and emotional. Love it!!
Thanks Jay!
What a STELLAR performance of a terrific song! This song has touched my heart for maaaany years...it just simply never gets old. It's a beautiful song. Thank you BVA for this gem!!! And - for those new to BVA/Verve Pipe...DON'T stop here. He has many fine songs. For starters - try "Found", or perhaps his excellent cover of "While My Guitar Gently Weeps". A VASTLY underrated talent!!!
Glad you enjoyed it - thank you!
Great wording and arrangement.
Love this song like you wouldnt believe ❤️
Thank you Tina.
Love this song. Fills my heart. It is SO beautiful all the way through! Thank You!
Thank you Kelly! Sorry for the late response.
Love the movie, and this is one of the best songs in it!
Thank you!
Brian, beautiful work of art right here. Good work!
Good memories ✌❤
Music makes the heart strong ❤
Amazing song, the chord modulation to the pre chorus is pure gold. Thanks Brian. Cheers from Argentina.
Thanks Sebastian! Glad you like it. Hello to Argentina, my friend.
This has been a favorite of mine for years! It has a special meaning for me. Thank you for such a beautiful song 💖
Thanks Michelle!
Damn good, Thank you.
Perfect song 🤩
Thank you Stevie!
How many times can I watch this video
Beautiful song just as good live as in studio
Brian, one of my all time favorites. My gf Kaitlin purchased this written song signed by you. Just wanted to say thank you so much. I have it framed and hanging. You have no idea how much your music has inspired me, and has also got me through some of the darkest times of my life. Keep rockin. Can't wait to see you and the band next summer. We have tickets for one of your postponed shows in PA! Much love.. - Scott
Nice! My pleasure Scott. We will definitely be out in 2021.
What a beautiful song
I love this song so much. I play it every morning when I wake up!
Thanks so much Tracy! I hope you never get sick of it.
Great song
Only just discovered this today 😣
What a beautiful song 😁
All the more by this wonderful performance, many thanks.
From England.
Perfection!
Listening to this at the verge of 2021! One of the most wonderful songs I’ve heard. Greetings from India! :)
Greetings Ayush! - Thanks for watching!
Was just watching a new tv series, it had a musician singing that reminded me of someone...took me a few before the lightbulb came on & had to come listen to this song. What a beautiful song & voice, standing the rest of time & obviously in my subconscious. Will love it always.
Thank you Missy - what as the series? Sorry for the late response.
I find myself coming back to this performance on a weekly basis, loved this song since the first time I heard it back in 01! The lyrics are among the best to ever be recorded.
Thanks so much Steve!
Fantastic.
Ever since i heard the freshman for the first time it has been in my top 10 favorite songs. Brian you are a fantastic artist and i hope to see you live sometime up here in Alberta Canada.
most excellent band..
aprendi a tocar por causa do filme Rock Star... amo esse filme
Muito obrigado! Estou feliz que você gostou.
Absolutely love this song. Pure talent and still hot, dang.
Thank you, Stacy.
I have loved this song for years!! Such an amazing piece of music!!!
Thanks Madelyn! Sorry for the late response:(
Best song EVER!!!!!!
Thanks buddy.
SO GOOD...
2021 still rocking this song!
Thank you for that!
WOW. My favourite song done so well live. Amazing post. Tears are flowing.
Thanks for watching!
Great mix!!
Thank you!
...and It Still gives me shivers!!!!
Thanks Greg!
Saw the concert in GR! I absolutely loved the show and the live version of Colorful. The backing vocals at the end makes the song so full and complete. Just beautiful!
Thanks Kirk! I appreciate that you support us live as well. Rock on.
I love this song. It takes me back to a very interesting point in my life that soon took a sudden tragic turn. Perhaps rediscovering this song now finally closes an extremely difficult and extended chapter.
Sorry to hear about the tragedy - glad to know this song may have helped in some way, Thanks Ted!
this is my anthem! keeps me going through it all! i am colourful! and i am gray!
Rock on Suneeta! Thank you.
Iam learnig it today, thanks Brian.
❤ from India.
You bet Melbin! Good luck.
Wow great
Thank you!
Let me first say that I'm a huge fan of the first Verve Pipe album. I also love all of the Brian Vander Ark house party videos. Like most, I first heard this song in Rock Star. It was the perfect song for that moment in the movie. I've since come to love Colorful as a perfectly written pop rock tune. And I do not use that phrase casually. This live clip is about as good as it gets. You should be proud! I hope to get the chance to see you live after this shit show of a year. On new years eve, lets all take a few shots and never speak of 2020 again. Here's to live music in the new year. Peace!
See! I came back to it 4 weeks later and had to comment again. :)
@@13mrbill Ha! Thanks for your comments Bill - Man I miss playing live shows like this. Soon, fingers crossed. I appreciate you watching.
That pre chorus 😍
Thank you Michael!
@@thebrianvanderarkchannel2408 is this THE Brian Vander?! If so, you’re a great song writer! Thanks for sharing with the world! 🌎 and ya that F on the pre chorus makes the whole song and really tied the whole rock star movie together. That’s all you and it’s got to be so cool walking around knowing that 😄! Great job, brother, and have a great day!
@@michaelcarrera3730 It's me Michael, and I appreciate your kind words.
Thanks guys it's a beautiful song 💓
Thanks Rich!
These words ❤
Thank you Geet!
Just flat out awesome!! Thank you!!
Thanks Kevin!
Indonesian loves your song 💕💖😃
Thank you Mantan!
@@thebrianvanderarkchannel2408 You're welcome, Master 😃😃👍👍
Amazing, beautiful live sound and performance.
Thank you!
love this f'n tune, my 10 year old is trying to learn this on his guitar as of late, he's doin well :)
Great! I have a tutorial on how to play it. It's on my channel.
Sad my old guitar doesn't ring like yours
So few songs hit nirvana but this one does✨✨✨✨💫🌟
Thank you Robin!
Such a fantastic song and so cool to see you play it like this.
Thanks so much!
This song is amazing. Love your voice
Thank you for that!