Not a single person in my row had a dry eye. We were all BAWLING. And don't even get me started on These Days. I still can't stop picturing the pain and anger and heartache on Dave's face when he answered the crowd's 'It's alright' with just this SCREAM of "EASY FOR YOU TO SAY!" The GRIEF in those words and on his face - I will never ever forget it. The connection between us in the audience and Dave in that moment was so fucking powerful, I've never experienced anything like it.
There's an earlier point in the show where Dave was telling us an anecdote about Taylor while some drum techs were working on the kit for the next drummer, not sure if it was in the broadcast as I've not seen that yet, but at one point he's just recalling something funny and saying about how he'd looked back at Taylor, at which point he actually glances back towards the vacant seat behind the drums and you see this visceral moment of recognition in him, the painful reminder that his friend is not there. He carried on with the anecdote with barely a missed beat, but for that one moment you saw a flash of pain as he turned and for a split second had expected, as he had done so many times before, to see Taylor sat there smiling at him. Heartbreaking.
The fact that I can hear this man also choking up just goes to show how much of a difference they have made in peoples lives. RIP Taylor Hawkins you will be more than missed ❤️❤️
Yep I started crying uncontrollably at that point, he's had his best friend pass away and only just had his mum pass away as well. I fucking love Dave and my heart breaks for him. If they do decide to kept the band going and they come back here, it's going to be an emotional experience that's for certain.
Dave Grohl has suffered several losses in his personal and professional life. How the man continues to be the artist that he is is a testament to his big heart. We need more people like Dave. Who are fearless in showing there feelings and sensitivity. To Dave, please remember you will be strengthened in your weakness, you'll be lifted High in your disappointment, and your heart, be unafraid to show it. From a fan forever God bless you all.
I didn't get to see this until now. I've been a drummer seventeen years he's been an inspiration for all seventeen. Mr Hawkins has not just been an idol to me but hundreds of thousands of drummers the world over. This broke my heart. Give it up for the big man. Dave and co must have really fucking struggled with this and it's a testament to their strength that they got through it and shed light on such awful tragedy. Absolutely beautiful.
How does it feel that dave 'mandate' grohl coerced vaccines on his vrew and band, killing 1st Andy Pollard... & than Taylor Hawkins? Both sudden death. But keep crying like a little baby and endorse the devil himself
To watch your favorite band, your favorite singer grieve so humbly and be so vulnerable in front of the world, CRUSHED me. I cried the entire set they played. This is why the Foo Fighters will ALWAYS be the best band in the world. Dave allowed us “all” to grieve together to “love” one another in this tragedy. Although so painful, it was incredibly healing ❤️🩹
dude im with you. it was strangely obvious they would continue bc Dave amassed the absolute diverse tribute of Taylors friends. I believe he knew all of the people who showed up. got me thru and i keep coming back to those performances when i WANT to cry, laugh and scream. peace
This band has saved me so many times in life. When I’ve had depression their music has literally saved my life. It is so so hard knowing the pain they must be in. I hope they all have something that can help them get through tough times. Love you guys ❤️
@@johnnystardust9366 I think this shitball is insinuating that only Homosexuals cry. Come to think of it, with a name like Johnny Stardust, he probably knows all about Homosexuality.
Dave is such a bright light and to see him and the band in so much pain was heartbreaking. This event will go down as one of the best concerts ever. There was a theme of young performers who played and sang brilliantly. The Foo Fighters are huge believers in nurturing the next generation and what better way to honour Taylor than to bring these talented musicians onto one of the most iconic music venues in the world. 💜🌎
That performance was the first thing that came to my mind when Dave sang the first verse then I just broke in tears, I can only imagine how much weight he is carrying right now and I hope this concerts help him to drain that pain doing what he love the most.. playing music!
Dave's mum also died a short while ago. He must be going through it right now. Massive respect for him trooping on and putting on the show of the century.
I keep seeing comments about his mother but I have not found a reliable source that confirms this as true. There are only 5 internet articles that are sharing the same information and based off of what is a supposed Violet Grohl post. There is another article stating this to be an online hoax and that she is healthy and doing fine. I would think that Dave would be the first to post a statement if it was true as he's not afraid to clear the air of tragic news.
@@chuckjim5921 Violet said it in a live stream. I imagine they wouldn't announce it on a loudspeaker because they want privacy and it's already a difficult time.
Dave deserves so much. There has been so many loses that he suffered. His mother, and even his 2 best friends. Kurt and Taylor are looking over you Dave❤️ we love you.
My water works started the minute they cued up Aurora with all of his photos. He was so damn proud of that song, because it was the first time Dave really let him run with it on drums. I still can’t listen to Aurora, or On the mend without a wave of emotions coming over me, now add times like these to the list. It sucks, I hurt over a man I never met personally but felt I knew for decades through interview, live shows, and albums. I can’t imagine how they’re feeling, what it was like to play their set without their heartbeat behind them. They all looked so happy to be jamming out with their peers and idols, but as soon as their own set started you could feel that the reality of Taylor being gone hit hard. Whatever they decide to do as a band I fully support. Would love to hear new music, even though it’ll never be the same, but if it’s too much, too hard, or would be awkwardly forced than I’ll just keep appreciating the 27 years worth that they gave us all.
I’ve had the exquisite pleasure of seeing the Foo Fighters perform live several times. Each concert is unique, each concert is a piece of who these amazing artists are. It knocked the wind out of me to see Dave as somber and ragged as he was last night. For the first time, his energy, his hope, his love of life seemed dimmed. It was heartbreaking to see. Hopefully, this concert reminded Dave of just how much he is loved. Hopefully, Dave will find the courage and the love of music to pick up the banner once more and play on. I had tickets to see them in Los Angeles before the passing of Taylor and was understandably shocked and saddened by the news of not just the death of Taylor, but, the obvious hole left in the band mates that remained. No one can ever fill the shoes of this amazing friend, confidant, Co writer and muse. Hopefully, after enough time has passed, Dave will be able to look upon his time with Taylor as a blessing. And with that knowledge in hand, he will continue to press on, spreading his talent, his passion and his love of both music and life with us again with as much enthusiasm and conviction as he has always done. But… until that time comes, understand that we will always be here for you. Patiently waiting to share and receive the love that you have helped create throughout your life. To quote one of my favorite songs… Smile though your heart is aching Smile even though it's breaking When there are clouds in the sky, you'll get by If you smile through your fear and sorrow Smile and maybe tomorrow You'll see the sun come shining through for you Light up your face with gladness Hide every trace of sadness Although a tear may be ever so near That's the time you must keep on trying Smile, what's the use of crying? You'll find that life is still worthwhile If you just smile That's the time you must keep on trying Smile, what's the use of crying? You'll find that life is still worthwhile If you just smile I look forward to seeing that ferocious smile and that sparkle in your eye. And while there will only be one Taylor, there are millions of us who given the opportunity would lift you up and hug you with wet shoulders bitter from the tears of loss and sorrow. Take your time Dave. We’ll be here. For you.
That had to be one of THE most BEAUTIFUL posts I've ever seen to Dave & the band 😭💔 you brought just as many tears to my eyes with this as I had watching Dave struggle singing that song 🎶😭 Thank you for this ❤ my fellow Foo Fighters & Taylor Hawkins friend.
I was in tears start to finish period... Just a mess. What a monumental memorial moment in rock history.. it was perfectly befitting for our legendary Taylor Hawkins. I'd like to share with the community another connection - (you can read the article where Taylor hawkins almost quit the band in early foo fighter years, -) but it went like this, taylor and dave had an argument with taylor wanting more of a democracy and dave later saying my band you don't like it leave.. and taylor said i quit... This is during the recording of the album that "times like these is off of" after coachella, dave and taylor worked it out and dave big brothered taylor through it. With dave telling taylor something aling the lines of your going to drum the shit out of this and it gonna be great... Its times like these, we push through...and that is another correlation to that moment when dave broke down on stage... Sending love to all of our rock community, taylor's friends, and fam as we mourn together yet another loss in the rock world.. Thank you, Taylor we love you and see ya when we all go home.. can't wait for that epic concert
Pretty sure the feeling and lyrics of TLT, which they had performed two years ago as a Tribute to America's teachers b.t.w., also overwhelmed Dave, because he had lost his wonderful mom just 17 days before Wembley.
A month ago rumors started pouring out about a Pantera reunion. The rumors were met with a bunch of yays and nays. People started fighting and a lot of middle fingers were flashed. Some people just want to hear the music while others just want respect to be shown to the dead. Some say that the "reunion" is to show love to the dead...but some disagree. I disagree. Then the Hawkins tribute concert occurred and the world seemed to fall to it's knees. This is how you remember someone. Not with rebellion. Not with greed. But heart felt memories that shake you to the core. This was a proper memorial.
I watched pretty much the whole concert live yesterday as it was happening, and experienced it happening and seeing Dave get overwhelmed like that was amazing, damn, ya can’t help but cry with him
i sobbed uncontrollably when i watched the concert. I've been a fan of Tayor and Foo Fighters since the beginning. I was so shocked when he passed that i didn't grief, the concert yesterday hit me like a ton of brick. Thank you Dave for fighting through what i would imagine to be one of the toughest days of his life.
Myself and my wife were there. It was an honour to share the day/night for and with the Foo Fighter family. I was tuned into the lyrics of Dave's times like these fracture. "Should I stay or run away? And leave it all behind?" which is something I think he has and will seriously struggle to reconcile. RIP TH your spirit continues to influence others.
I was so lucky to be near the front for this amazing, emotional concert and, like many others, was in tears willing Dave the strength to continue. ❤️🤟🏻❤️ Rock In Peace Taylor. x
Was crying so many times before and after that poignant moment. Probably even more when Shane played the drums during My Hero. What an absolutely emotional, and needed tribute. RIP Taylor🥁💔🥁💔
Standing in the crowed last night I had tears in my eyes, and again during “Best of you” and “Everlong” then there were the tears of joy when Taylor’s son got on his drum kit for “my hero”
i was fortunate enough to see the foo fighters in philly few years back with Taylor and Dave …what a great show. RIP Taylor you left some great music behind now your legacy for rest of us to admire.
For the entire 6 hours, the band and all the other musicians were carried by the audience. The camera and microphones couldn't capture the volume at the point when Dave couldn't continue singing. It got louder and louder. It was unbelievable. You could feel the emotions in the stadium the whole time. No one will ever forget that. I am very glad to have been there.
the first time i watched this and I saw him standing with the hawk above him, I started absolutely bawling. taylor passed away 2 months before a friend of mine who had leukemia did. that feeling of emptiness and grief mixed with having to keep going because that's what your best friend would have wanted, and now you have to live enough life for the both of you. yeah. I wouldn't have made it through with as much poise as he did. I would've sat on the floor and sobbed. Dave Grohl is a master of grief and an exemplary human being.
Wow man I would have never known any of this. And even if you hadn't until you saw a video or something, thanks for sharing and relaying it in such a heartfelt and sincere manner. I'm really proud to be on a planet filled with younger ones way more sensitive than their adults and I look forward to the future with fine folks like you in it. Anyway I may have even skipped over the times like these song in the set so really, to me at least, your context provided was priceless
First Kurt. Then Taylor. Then his mother. Three people he was incredibly close to. And there’s not one thing anyone can do or say. He’s never going to get over their deaths. Bc you never do. You learn to live with the loss and the grief and the hole in your heart that they took with them. Hopefully, with time, the pain won’t be as raw and intense. My heart truly goes out to not just Dave, but Taylor’s family, friends and fans. To everyone feeling his loss. This is the consequence of love.
RIP Taylor Hawkins 🙏🕊🕯😭💔🥁🎶 We will never forget you. The love ❤️ & friendship between Dave & Taylor was like no other...brothers til the end. "Times like these" 🎶🕯🕊
Hello Cathy How are you? With people like you the world would have been a better place Thank you so much for understanding me I'm so glad I could connect with you here
Drugs wreck not only the user, but everyone around them. RIP Taylor and God please give strength to those who still suffer and their loved ones who also suffer by their losses.
😭😭😭 So so heartbreaking. Dave is the honest guy on this planet. Love you Taylor, love you Dave, love all Foos very much. Such a great band. I want they carry hands. 💔💔👐🙏😢❤️💓
It was a genuinely raw emotion that took over, as hard as he tried the memory of it flooded his mind + washed over him... it's times like these ..we learn to NEVER take any of of dear friends & family for granted- For -any One of us could be the Next... No one is granted Any tomorrows we Must tell our people How we feel on a daily basis & show them the Love they Need to Feel...💜🙏🏼🕊️🌹😇
Props to son Sean. He did his dad proud. He was awesome actually I bet Dave will always be kinda second “dad” to Taylor’s kids. I hope so. Such a touching and beautiful tribute. ❤❤❤
Shane did a remarkable job. He plays drums very similarly to Dave. So I agree, Dave definately would a d will continue to be a father figure to Taylors talented son.🥁💔🥁💔
We were lucky enough to have tickets for Wembley, this moment was fucking heart breaking, lots of people around us all through the day at certain points were visibly upset. It was a beautiful yet very hard moment, but being part of it and showing Dave we had his back until he was ready was very special. I'm so glad the family and band allowed us to have and share this day. RIP Taylor x
I think we all would be so lucky to have a friend like Dave Grohl who took his time during that song to grieve his brother. That's the kind of stuff that you wish you could see after you die on how you impacted your friends. I could only be so lucky.
Then maybe don't visit a commentary channel if you are looking for raw footage? It's like complaining there's too many calories in McDonald's. Some of ya'll are wild.
To lose his beloved mum Virginia Grohl not long ago, and his memories of Taylor Hawkins flooding his mind, Dave Grohl breaks and let's his tears flow. I was hoping MTV would have kept the full broadcast up for the Weekend, yet alas not. Thanks Graeme for this x!
Not since the summer of 85 during Live Aid in that same spot where a band and a lead singer has stole the show and gave us a musical performance of a lifetime..Freddie Mercury and Queen gave a 20 min musical masterpiece on that same stage. With millions watching..and many other huge music singers and bands performed. One stood out. Freddie made sure of that. Last night I got that same feeling I got as when I watched it back in 85. Dam music is beautiful and can change your life. It gives u hope. Gets u thru to the next day. So many things. But one thing is for sure. When u see a great performance..ull never forget it.
Must have been hard for the guy. He witness the demise of two important people in his musical career. first Kurt then now Taylor. But imagine if social media was there before during Kurt's passing that would be a larger impact not only to him but to the world.
Honestly, I just wanted to put my arms around Dave and tell him it would all be ok. I cannot imagine the pain. Losing his best friend and his mum so close together, and then to perform in an arena of grief, and not in tribute to that friend? That's a strong man. Love to the whole FF family.
Awww I just wanted to jump up there and hug Dave! Amazing night, and so full of emotions, we cried an oceans worth of tears along with him, the band, and the Hawkins family
Dave has seen so much, lost two close friends in such cruel circumstances. How do you keep going but yet Dave is. To Taylor's family and friends we were blessed to have him.
I don't think it mattered if you were there or some far corner of the world watching it on a tv, computer or phone, you broke down at this point also. I know I did and I was watching it from my home in Southern California. It was heart wrenching and absolutely beautiful at the same time. #TearsForTaylor
This might have been really good for Dave & the whole F.F. outfit. To help him, the band and those close, to start healing. A beautiful moment in R & R history. Thank you for your openness and honesty to us, your fans.
Knocking me flat right now, had to hurt had to hurt real bad. My heart goes out to these guys. I've experienced that heartbreak and there's really no moving on you just adjust to living with one less person
With respect, I'm not sure I agree with you here. The specific lines Dave really struggled to get through ("I'm a little divided, do I stay or run away, and leave it all behind?") are really probably much more front and center in Dave's mind. I'm not sure he's thinking back to a single concert event 3 years prior. If anything, my suspicion would be that he's been going through similar levels of grieving (and I'd wager probably more) to what he experienced when Kurt passed away. So to be in the situation where again you've lost someone close to you, I could foresee that being a more prominent thought for Dave when posed with the lines of "I'm a little divided, do I stay or run away, and leave it all behind?". Ultimately, that's just my opinion, and I think we need to respect and be thankful the fact that Dave and others were willing to put themselves out there with what was always going to be an unimaginable emotional event to celebrate the life of one of the most amazing drummers and musicians the world has seen in a long time. Rest in peace Taylor. I hope those you left behind can find peace and solace in the music and energy you brought to the world.
Yeah, that's the struggle right there. Do I stay? or run away? and leave it all behind? The question posed perhaps answers itself to some degree, no matter how painful. Because, not to stay according to the man who wrote the words, the man himself, is to run away. Running away for a man such as the mountain of Grohl is never an option. Which leads onto another classic line "I'm looking to the sky to save me, I'm looking for a sign of life. I'm looking for something to help me burn out bright" - it's all about frequencies. We just got to tune in. RIP Taylor Hawkins. You continue to resonate.
I saw foo fighters back in the day and it’s still one of the best performances I’ve ever seen in concert. They sounded better than their albums, there was comedy, they literally put on a jaw dropping show. I’ll never forget how loud the crowd was after the encore and it was over, shit literally hurt my ears. I’ve been to a lot of concerts and that was the only time that ever happened. Great band who immortalized their selves with great music.
Heart breaks for Dave…to lose two major friends/family the way he has. One through suicide, the other unknown. Daves a good soul and deserves so much happiness.
@@raregem84 l only recently found that out. Had no idea. Its a year l am sure he is ready to be done with. He was close with his mom. The interviews he did with her, were hilarious.
Times like these was a tribute to Taylor after his first overdose in rome where he nearly died, this will be why it got to him so much and why he chose this song… very little to do with the take over of vocals
That verse is a hard one to even imagine for Dave, let alone having Taylor singing it for him, I mean he has been through it twice, should he stay or run away? It's hard, that song hits hard for so many reason. R.I.P TAYLOR, you will forever be remembered ❤️ And All my love and respect to Dave and they guys, and to Taylor's family, Shane you did your dad Proud!!
You got a new subscriber here. I love this video, well put together. ~ RIP Taylor Hawkins~💔🥲Multitalented, laid back-free spirit, cherished by all…fly high into the heavens “Hawk” 🦅 forever, a special place in my heart ♥️
Not a single person in my row had a dry eye. We were all BAWLING. And don't even get me started on These Days.
I still can't stop picturing the pain and anger and heartache on Dave's face when he answered the crowd's 'It's alright' with just this SCREAM of "EASY FOR YOU TO SAY!" The GRIEF in those words and on his face - I will never ever forget it. The connection between us in the audience and Dave in that moment was so fucking powerful, I've never experienced anything like it.
How make this about you? How about making this about the vaccines, forced by Dave & killing andy pollard & Taylor Hawkins...
Times Like These.
He is so heart broken! So glad you got to see them ❤
I had to stop when These Days came on. I couldn't. I couldn't breathe at that point. 😭😭😭🕯
My hero, the little boy drumming his heart out 😭
There's an earlier point in the show where Dave was telling us an anecdote about Taylor while some drum techs were working on the kit for the next drummer, not sure if it was in the broadcast as I've not seen that yet, but at one point he's just recalling something funny and saying about how he'd looked back at Taylor, at which point he actually glances back towards the vacant seat behind the drums and you see this visceral moment of recognition in him, the painful reminder that his friend is not there. He carried on with the anecdote with barely a missed beat, but for that one moment you saw a flash of pain as he turned and for a split second had expected, as he had done so many times before, to see Taylor sat there smiling at him. Heartbreaking.
Yep, TH-camrs saw it too.
@@jamiethompson6073 Boo hoo.
It’s like he was swimming in a sea of celebration & grief. That had to be overwhelming. 💔
The fact that I can hear this man also choking up just goes to show how much of a difference they have made in peoples lives. RIP Taylor Hawkins you will be more than missed ❤️❤️
Yep I started crying uncontrollably at that point, he's had his best friend pass away and only just had his mum pass away as well. I fucking love Dave and my heart breaks for him. If they do decide to kept the band going and they come back here, it's going to be an emotional experience that's for certain.
Dave .mother is pass away to?
Yep a few weeks ago
Dave Grohl has suffered several losses in his personal and professional life. How the man continues to be the artist that he is is a testament to his big heart. We need more people like Dave. Who are fearless in showing there feelings and sensitivity. To Dave, please remember you will be strengthened in your weakness, you'll be lifted High in your disappointment, and your heart, be unafraid to show it. From a fan forever God bless you all.
@@edgaeta2001 Well said!
Where did you see that Mrs Grohl passed away?? I was in one of her English classes at Jefferson
I didn't get to see this until now. I've been a drummer seventeen years he's been an inspiration for all seventeen. Mr Hawkins has not just been an idol to me but hundreds of thousands of drummers the world over. This broke my heart. Give it up for the big man. Dave and co must have really fucking struggled with this and it's a testament to their strength that they got through it and shed light on such awful tragedy. Absolutely beautiful.
How does it feel that dave 'mandate' grohl coerced vaccines on his vrew and band, killing 1st Andy Pollard... & than Taylor Hawkins? Both sudden death. But keep crying like a little baby and endorse the devil himself
To watch your favorite band, your favorite singer grieve so humbly and be so vulnerable in front of the world, CRUSHED me. I cried the entire set they played. This is why the Foo Fighters will ALWAYS be the best band in the world. Dave allowed us “all” to grieve together to “love” one another in this tragedy. Although so painful, it was incredibly healing ❤️🩹
dude im with you. it was strangely obvious they would continue bc Dave amassed the absolute diverse tribute of Taylors friends. I believe he knew all of the people who showed up. got me thru and i keep coming back to those performances when i WANT to cry, laugh and scream. peace
over 12 months on and i still cry like a baby most days - i am heartbroken 💔
Man This Still Gets Me Straight Into My Soul. Overwhelmed with Emotions and Grief Still, TH. R.I.P. A True Legend. Man Why Oh Why! 😢
Taylor had a beautiful voice, may he Rest In Peace, with Lorna Kurt and Darby
This band has saved me so many times in life. When I’ve had depression their music has literally saved my life. It is so so hard knowing the pain they must be in. I hope they all have something that can help them get through tough times. Love you guys ❤️
I cried like a baby at that point too. The whole show was a cry maker!
Yes, totally agree
Are you a homosexual?
@@johnnystardust9366 I think this shitball is insinuating that only Homosexuals cry. Come to think of it, with a name like Johnny Stardust, he probably knows all about Homosexuality.
I lost it when Shane Hawkins took the kit for My Hero. 44 years old and I wept like a toddler.
@@johnnystardust9366 What does that have to do with a person crying over the loss of an amazing drummer and inspirational human being?
Dave is such a bright light and to see him and the band in so much pain was heartbreaking. This event will go down as one of the best concerts ever.
There was a theme of young performers who played and sang brilliantly.
The Foo Fighters are huge believers in nurturing the next generation and what better way to honour Taylor than to bring these talented musicians onto one of the most iconic music venues in the world. 💜🌎
That performance was the first thing that came to my mind when Dave sang the first verse then I just broke in tears, I can only imagine how much weight he is carrying right now and I hope this concerts help him to drain that pain doing what he love the most.. playing music!
Dave's mum also died a short while ago. He must be going through it right now. Massive respect for him trooping on and putting on the show of the century.
I keep seeing comments about his mother but I have not found a reliable source that confirms this as true. There are only 5 internet articles that are sharing the same information and based off of what is a supposed Violet Grohl post. There is another article stating this to be an online hoax and that she is healthy and doing fine. I would think that Dave would be the first to post a statement if it was true as he's not afraid to clear the air of tragic news.
@@chuckjim5921 Violet said it in a live stream. I imagine they wouldn't announce it on a loudspeaker because they want privacy and it's already a difficult time.
Dave deserves so much. There has been so many loses that he suffered. His mother, and even his 2 best friends. Kurt and Taylor are looking over you Dave❤️ we love you.
I was there last night and witnessed it first hand. Completely heartbreaking but I felt Taylor was there watching over and smiling down on us all ❤️
My water works started the minute they cued up Aurora with all of his photos. He was so damn proud of that song, because it was the first time Dave really let him run with it on drums. I still can’t listen to Aurora, or On the mend without a wave of emotions coming over me, now add times like these to the list. It sucks, I hurt over a man I never met personally but felt I knew for decades through interview, live shows, and albums. I can’t imagine how they’re feeling, what it was like to play their set without their heartbeat behind them. They all looked so happy to be jamming out with their peers and idols, but as soon as their own set started you could feel that the reality of Taylor being gone hit hard. Whatever they decide to do as a band I fully support. Would love to hear new music, even though it’ll never be the same, but if it’s too much, too hard, or would be awkwardly forced than I’ll just keep appreciating the 27 years worth that they gave us all.
Emotions what makes a man a real man ❤️
I’ve had the exquisite pleasure of seeing the Foo Fighters perform live several times. Each concert is unique, each concert is a piece of who these amazing artists are. It knocked the wind out of me to see Dave as somber and ragged as he was last night. For the first time, his energy, his hope, his love of life seemed dimmed. It was heartbreaking to see. Hopefully, this concert reminded Dave of just how much he is loved. Hopefully, Dave will find the courage and the love of music to pick up the banner once more and play on. I had tickets to see them in Los Angeles before the passing of Taylor and was understandably shocked and saddened by the news of not just the death of Taylor, but, the obvious hole left in the band mates that remained. No one can ever fill the shoes of this amazing friend, confidant, Co writer and muse. Hopefully, after enough time has passed, Dave will be able to look upon his time with Taylor as a blessing. And with that knowledge in hand, he will continue to press on, spreading his talent, his passion and his love of both music and life with us again with as much enthusiasm and conviction as he has always done. But… until that time comes, understand that we will always be here for you. Patiently waiting to share and receive the love that you have helped create throughout your life. To quote one of my favorite songs…
Smile though your heart is aching
Smile even though it's breaking
When there are clouds in the sky, you'll get by
If you smile through your fear and sorrow
Smile and maybe tomorrow
You'll see the sun come shining through for you
Light up your face with gladness
Hide every trace of sadness
Although a tear may be ever so near
That's the time you must keep on trying
Smile, what's the use of crying?
You'll find that life is still worthwhile
If you just smile
That's the time you must keep on trying
Smile, what's the use of crying?
You'll find that life is still worthwhile
If you just smile
I look forward to seeing that ferocious smile and that sparkle in your eye. And while there will only be one Taylor, there are millions of us who given the opportunity would lift you up and hug you with wet shoulders bitter from the tears of loss and sorrow.
Take your time Dave. We’ll be here. For you.
Thank you, William, for expressing what many of us are feeling. Very well said.
Well said
Couldn't have said it any better my friend. I salute you.
That had to be one of THE most BEAUTIFUL posts I've ever seen to Dave & the band 😭💔 you brought just as many tears to my eyes with this as I had watching Dave struggle singing that song 🎶😭
Thank you for this ❤ my fellow Foo Fighters & Taylor Hawkins friend.
Damn that made me cry... life has so many incredibly powerful moments.... some are amazingly awesome and others are truly heartbreaking.
I'm crying like a baby, and then when the son played I lost it. So beautiful.
Shane Hawkins is a credit to his father x
I was in tears start to finish period...
Just a mess. What a monumental memorial moment in rock history.. it was perfectly befitting for our legendary Taylor Hawkins. I'd like to share with the community another connection - (you can read the article where Taylor hawkins almost quit the band in early foo fighter years, -) but it went like this, taylor and dave had an argument with taylor wanting more of a democracy and dave later saying my band you don't like it leave.. and taylor said i quit...
This is during the recording of the album that "times like these is off of" after coachella, dave and taylor worked it out and dave big brothered taylor through it. With dave telling taylor something aling the lines of your going to drum the shit out of this and it gonna be great... Its times like these, we push through...and that is another correlation to that moment when dave broke down on stage...
Sending love to all of our rock community, taylor's friends, and fam as we mourn together yet another loss in the rock world..
Thank you, Taylor we love you and see ya when we all go home.. can't wait for that epic concert
Pretty sure the feeling and lyrics of TLT, which they had performed two years ago as a Tribute to America's teachers b.t.w., also overwhelmed Dave, because he had lost his wonderful mom just 17 days before Wembley.
A month ago rumors started pouring out about a Pantera reunion. The rumors were met with a bunch of yays and nays. People started fighting and a lot of middle fingers were flashed. Some people just want to hear the music while others just want respect to be shown to the dead. Some say that the "reunion" is to show love to the dead...but some disagree. I disagree. Then the Hawkins tribute concert occurred and the world seemed to fall to it's knees. This is how you remember someone. Not with rebellion. Not with greed. But heart felt memories that shake you to the core. This was a proper memorial.
I watched pretty much the whole concert live yesterday as it was happening, and experienced it happening and seeing Dave get overwhelmed like that was amazing, damn, ya can’t help but cry with him
i sobbed uncontrollably when i watched the concert. I've been a fan of Tayor and Foo Fighters since the beginning. I was so shocked when he passed that i didn't grief, the concert yesterday hit me like a ton of brick. Thank you Dave for fighting through what i would imagine to be one of the toughest days of his life.
Gosh. By far the best concert I have ever attended. I bawled my eyes out the moment it started showing pics of taylor right at the beginning
Myself and my wife were there. It was an honour to share the day/night for and with the Foo Fighter family. I was tuned into the lyrics of Dave's times like these fracture.
"Should I stay or run away? And leave it all behind?" which is something I think he has and will seriously struggle to reconcile. RIP TH your spirit continues to influence others.
Hey, thank you very much for this man. Your commentation was a lot of fun and the way you edited it was great. This was a lot of fun to watch.
I was so lucky to be near the front for this amazing, emotional concert and, like many others, was in tears willing Dave the strength to continue. ❤️🤟🏻❤️ Rock In Peace Taylor. x
Was crying so many times before and after that poignant moment. Probably even more when Shane played the drums during My Hero. What an absolutely emotional, and needed tribute. RIP Taylor🥁💔🥁💔
You’re very compassionate and heart centered 💕😭
Standing in the crowed last night I had tears in my eyes, and again during “Best of you” and “Everlong” then there were the tears of joy when Taylor’s son got on his drum kit for “my hero”
Yep, was there, crying along too. What a concert RIP Taylor Hawkins.🤘
i was fortunate enough to see the foo fighters in philly few years back with Taylor and Dave …what a great show. RIP Taylor you left some great music behind now your legacy for rest of us to admire.
We cried so much on that day. It was such an emotional rollercoaster of a day and I’m honoured to say I was there. ❤️❤️
This, especially put together with the discovery of the earlier video, is super sad! Thanks for throwing this out there. 💔
the atmosphere in this moment was something else, everyone in the stadium around me was either gasping or shouting ‘go on Dave!!!’
For the entire 6 hours, the band and all the other musicians were carried by the audience. The camera and microphones couldn't capture the volume at the point when Dave couldn't continue singing. It got louder and louder. It was unbelievable. You could feel the emotions in the stadium the whole time. No one will ever forget that. I am very glad to have been there.
the first time i watched this and I saw him standing with the hawk above him, I started absolutely bawling.
taylor passed away 2 months before a friend of mine who had leukemia did. that feeling of emptiness and grief mixed with having to keep going because that's what your best friend would have wanted, and now you have to live enough life for the both of you. yeah. I wouldn't have made it through with as much poise as he did. I would've sat on the floor and sobbed. Dave Grohl is a master of grief and an exemplary human being.
Wow man I would have never known any of this. And even if you hadn't until you saw a video or something, thanks for sharing and relaying it in such a heartfelt and sincere manner.
I'm really proud to be on a planet filled with younger ones way more sensitive than their adults and I look forward to the future with fine folks like you in it.
Anyway I may have even skipped over the times like these song in the set so really, to me at least, your context provided was priceless
Pat Smear though. He was great too, just being there for him at the beginning, times like these is where I choked too.
First Kurt. Then Taylor. Then his mother. Three people he was incredibly close to. And there’s not one thing anyone can do or say. He’s never going to get over their deaths. Bc you never do. You learn to live with the loss and the grief and the hole in your heart that they took with them. Hopefully, with time, the pain won’t be as raw and intense. My heart truly goes out to not just Dave, but Taylor’s family, friends and fans. To everyone feeling his loss. This is the consequence of love.
And his childhood best friend, Jimmy. :(
I felt that energy too😿❗👏🏿👏🏿👏🏿👏🏿beautiful moment💙
RIP Taylor Hawkins 🙏🕊🕯😭💔🥁🎶
We will never forget you.
The love ❤️ & friendship between Dave & Taylor was like no other...brothers til the end.
"Times like these" 🎶🕯🕊
Hello Cathy
How are you?
With people like you the world would have been a better place
Thank you so much for understanding me
I'm so glad I could connect with you here
Terrific Footage! Thank you, Grainne❤.
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Drugs wreck not only the user, but everyone around them. RIP Taylor and God please give strength to those who still suffer and their loved ones who also suffer by their losses.
And, this is why we love the Foos. They have always made it very clear that they love their audience and, their audience's experience at their shows.
😭😭😭 So so heartbreaking. Dave is the honest guy on this planet. Love you Taylor, love you Dave, love all Foos very much. Such a great band. I want they carry hands. 💔💔👐🙏😢❤️💓
It was a genuinely raw emotion that took over, as hard as he tried the memory of it flooded his mind + washed over him... it's times like these ..we learn to NEVER take any of of dear friends & family for granted- For -any One of us could be the Next... No one is granted Any tomorrows we Must tell our people How we feel on a daily basis & show them the Love they Need to Feel...💜🙏🏼🕊️🌹😇
Props to son Sean. He did his dad proud. He was awesome actually
I bet Dave will always be kinda second “dad” to Taylor’s kids. I hope so.
Such a touching and beautiful tribute.
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Shane did a remarkable job. He plays drums very similarly to Dave. So I agree, Dave definately would a d will continue to be a father figure to Taylors talented son.🥁💔🥁💔
We were lucky enough to have tickets for Wembley, this moment was fucking heart breaking, lots of people around us all through the day at certain points were visibly upset. It was a beautiful yet very hard moment, but being part of it and showing Dave we had his back until he was ready was very special. I'm so glad the family and band allowed us to have and share this day. RIP Taylor x
I think we all would be so lucky to have a friend like Dave Grohl who took his time during that song to grieve his brother. That's the kind of stuff that you wish you could see after you die on how you impacted your friends. I could only be so lucky.
Too much talking man. No one wants to hear it. The footage should speak for itself?
No shit these guys get way too wordy
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Then maybe don't visit a commentary channel if you are looking for raw footage? It's like complaining there's too many calories in McDonald's. Some of ya'll are wild.
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That's exactly what I thought. Did my head in... 🤦♂️
Graeme these are beautiful words. I've never watched one of your vids but this is just beautiful and I feel the same as you. 😢
I wish I could give him a big hug!!
mate, you did a good job covering this. it was very respectful and touching
R.i.P.
in thoughts of Taylor Hawkins and all the best and lots of strength to the Foo Fighters from Germany.
OMG I sobbed all the way through this song....Poor Dave ❤️🩹 & The Rest Of The Foo Fighter Family!
🕊Taylor 🕊 You'll Always Be Missed XxX
Dave and the guys are the best we've got ❤️ RIP Taylor.
Thank you for pointing this out brother. My whole heart ❤
To lose his beloved mum Virginia Grohl not long ago, and his memories of Taylor Hawkins flooding his mind, Dave Grohl breaks and let's his tears flow. I was hoping MTV would have kept the full broadcast up for the Weekend, yet alas not. Thanks Graeme for this x!
His Mum died in August 2022 and his friend in March 2023. Thats a lot of grief to handle while trying to get through the song
Not since the summer of 85 during Live Aid in that same spot where a band and a lead singer has stole the show and gave us a musical performance of a lifetime..Freddie Mercury and Queen gave a 20 min musical masterpiece on that same stage. With millions watching..and many other huge music singers and bands performed. One stood out. Freddie made sure of that. Last night I got that same feeling I got as when I watched it back in 85. Dam music is beautiful and can change your life. It gives u hope. Gets u thru to the next day. So many things. But one thing is for sure. When u see a great performance..ull never forget it.
I was so lucky to see them live 3 times. This was hard to watch yet beautiful at the same time.😊
Must have been hard for the guy. He witness the demise of two important people in his musical career. first Kurt then now Taylor. But imagine if social media was there before during Kurt's passing that would be a larger impact not only to him but to the world.
Dave's mother passed away two weeks ago. They were very close.
Sadly I’m sure he’s lost a lot more than 2 people that someone like Grohl is close to
Bro I feel I absolutely feel
You nailed how i felt...it was heartbreakingly beautiful
Honestly, I just wanted to put my arms around Dave and tell him it would all be ok. I cannot imagine the pain. Losing his best friend and his mum so close together, and then to perform in an arena of grief, and not in tribute to that friend? That's a strong man. Love to the whole FF family.
Awww I just wanted to jump up there and hug Dave! Amazing night, and so full of emotions, we cried an oceans worth of tears along with him, the band, and the Hawkins family
Dave has seen so much, lost two close friends in such cruel circumstances. How do you keep going but yet Dave is. To Taylor's family and friends we were blessed to have him.
A beautifully human moment for a beautiful human.
My god, let the clip breath without talking so much dude.
Respect for this man this band and their fams. What a beautiful tribute.❤
Wow Dave can't imagine what you are going through right now,but there is a big world out there sending you big hugs
I don't think it mattered if you were there or some far corner of the world watching it on a tv, computer or phone, you broke down at this point also. I know I did and I was watching it from my home in Southern California. It was heart wrenching and absolutely beautiful at the same time. #TearsForTaylor
This might have been really good for Dave & the whole F.F. outfit. To help him, the band and those close, to start healing. A beautiful moment in R & R history. Thank you for your openness and honesty to us, your fans.
Knocking me flat right now, had to hurt had to hurt real bad. My heart goes out to these guys. I've experienced that heartbreak and there's really no moving on you just adjust to living with one less person
Since that show taylor helped him sing it, his made up words replaced the real words in my head. A million hugs to dave.
Same thing for me. I almost expected Dave to sing those words....
"I don't know the f*ckin words, but I'm singing it anyway"
@@davidepintus1292 "i just play drums" 🥺😭
With respect, I'm not sure I agree with you here. The specific lines Dave really struggled to get through ("I'm a little divided, do I stay or run away, and leave it all behind?") are really probably much more front and center in Dave's mind. I'm not sure he's thinking back to a single concert event 3 years prior. If anything, my suspicion would be that he's been going through similar levels of grieving (and I'd wager probably more) to what he experienced when Kurt passed away. So to be in the situation where again you've lost someone close to you, I could foresee that being a more prominent thought for Dave when posed with the lines of "I'm a little divided, do I stay or run away, and leave it all behind?".
Ultimately, that's just my opinion, and I think we need to respect and be thankful the fact that Dave and others were willing to put themselves out there with what was always going to be an unimaginable emotional event to celebrate the life of one of the most amazing drummers and musicians the world has seen in a long time.
Rest in peace Taylor. I hope those you left behind can find peace and solace in the music and energy you brought to the world.
Yeah, that's the struggle right there. Do I stay? or run away? and leave it all behind?
The question posed perhaps answers itself to some degree, no matter how painful. Because, not to stay according to the man who wrote the words, the man himself, is to run away. Running away for a man such as the mountain of Grohl is never an option. Which leads onto another classic line "I'm looking to the sky to save me, I'm looking for a sign of life. I'm looking for something to help me burn out bright" - it's all about frequencies. We just got to tune in. RIP Taylor Hawkins. You continue to resonate.
Yes that's what I thought as well. I agree with every word here, well said.
I think we all lost it with Dave at this point. I will never be able to listen to this song again without tears... RIP Taylor, we miss your love. 😢
My heart goes out to Dave and the band and of course to Taylor's family and friends, too.
😢😢it's painful as hell..keep on rockin' ter..we'll join u smeday..R.I.P
I saw foo fighters back in the day and it’s still one of the best performances I’ve ever seen in concert. They sounded better than their albums, there was comedy, they literally put on a jaw dropping show. I’ll never forget how loud the crowd was after the encore and it was over, shit literally hurt my ears. I’ve been to a lot of concerts and that was the only time that ever happened. Great band who immortalized their selves with great music.
I cried for a lot of it but this part, oh boy! 😭💔 Now I saw this it hit me even harder. Good spot though 👍
Dave Grohl is one of my favorite human beings on this planet!!
Rami Jaffee was awesome in helping support Dave in this song. 🎹🎶❤️
Heart breaks for Dave…to lose two major friends/family the way he has. One through suicide, the other unknown. Daves a good soul and deserves so much happiness.
Totally agree,so sad.Also the passing of his mom this year too.
@@raregem84 l only recently found that out. Had no idea. Its a year l am sure he is ready to be done with. He was close with his mom. The interviews he did with her, were hilarious.
@@mariewilliams8859 Yeah this has definitely been a bad year for him.I can't even imagine what he's feeling/going through.
Why these constant f*cking interruptions? I wanted to see the whole 'speech' but constant interruptions made me switch off!!!!!
Times like these was a tribute to Taylor after his first overdose in rome where he nearly died, this will be why it got to him so much and why he chose this song… very little to do with the take over of vocals
Thats right brother
@@rabbits77 it's not. Dirst of all that overdose was in London. En second the song Dave wrote about it was On the mend.
That verse is a hard one to even imagine for Dave, let alone having Taylor singing it for him, I mean he has been through it twice, should he stay or run away? It's hard, that song hits hard for so many reason. R.I.P TAYLOR, you will forever be remembered ❤️
And All my love and respect to Dave and they guys, and to Taylor's family, Shane you did your dad Proud!!
Was never really a big fan of the foo fighters, but damn it's tragic when someone as talented is lost
I think, the lyrics, especially, when he said, leave it all behind and threw his hand over his shoulder, hit him hard, I'm sure its crossed his mind
For sure 💔
Wonderfully elaborated by the presenter. Times like these that make you realize what you really care about.
You got a new subscriber here. I love this video, well put together. ~ RIP Taylor Hawkins~💔🥲Multitalented, laid back-free spirit, cherished by all…fly high into the heavens “Hawk” 🦅 forever, a special place in my heart ♥️
If there's an afterlife, I hope Taylor felt ALL that love from MILLIONS of people WORLDWIDE at that moment.
Anyone think it's possible?
Somebody needs to look out for dave .
Hugs and love for Dave.
Dave Has Such A Wonderful Soul 🙏
Just listening to your discussion of this is making me cry.
Who "wasn't" balling their eyes out watching this :(
Everybody was
The last point of the collective emotion of tens of thousands of other hearts pouring out amplified and directed to you would be unfathomable to most.