This video should be a universally recognized, medically recommended cure for depression.

This could be the single greatest live rock performance I've ever seen. All 4 are SO on point it is ridiculous.

The drum work of this song is just as important as the guitar work

Honestly this is the best song from the Hagar era in my opinion.

This IS the one. The greatest rythm of any song EVER. Primal INSTINCTS. Never have I heard another song that does what this song does to ME. Eddie is missed by millions, and this is one of the reasons why.

This is by far the best version of this song ever recorded. Also, one of Eddies best solos. They were so damn tight back then is was scary.

For my money this is the greatest song ever created. Yeah, I said it.

You notice how Ed moves so fluently with his guitar, as if it's literally an extensions of his body. This guy was born to play

I've probably watched this concert 100 times. This version of 5150 is way better than the album version.

...This song is so underrated...

One of Ed’s greatest guitar pieces he’s ever written.

As any guitarist will attest, this riff isn’t the easiest to play. Mad respect to everyone who has uploaded themselves playing this monster song. But, the honest truth is....there will always be something just off. They look like a guitarist playing a song they have learned to play. With Edward, the instrument and guitarist were one in the same. Seemingly effortless, jumping around playing a “C” based barre chord, technique with an amazing sense of rhythm and timing....this is why we all loved to hear and watch him play. I’ll never forget spending all night watching the Eruption solo as a teenager learning the tapping pattern. And I’ve watched all or parts of this concert multiple times over the last 30+ years. I’ll admit , I’m still in denial that he is gone. But one thing I’ve started doing is focusing on other components of VH songs... and how each aspect is layered or fit together. There are still amazing nuggets left for us to appreciate. Long live the king....

The greatest song they ever did with Sammy......fucking incredible.

Michael is so underrated

Whole 5150 album is a masterpiece, there’s a reason it was their first album that topped the billboards.

This is the first video I reached for with news on Eddie's passing. Eddie is shining and will NEVER be forgotten. Best of the best!

This is one of those live performances of a song that's so good, you're glad it was captured on tape - because it totally blows away what was on the record, which was even amazing to begin with.

Good God this band were nothing short of unbelievable. I love all VH eras but this is a jaw dropping song and performance. Man, Eddie. Still processing it.

It was not only his tecnich or tapping, his musical hability to write something exciting, cool and happy like this intro was what made him so present over the years, his music will live within us

Sammy and micheal sound absolutely amazing together

The way Sammy perfectly ducks whatever being thrown at him at 6:00 always cracked me up. Miss ya already Eddie!

RIP Eddie. My favorite song as a kid. I watched this on VHS about 400 times. Possibly more!

Theyre having so much fun it brings me to tears man... such a huge inspiration for me

Never ceases to amaze me at how easy eddy makes playing the guitar. his stuff is so hard to play and there he is just jumpin around like its the most basic riff hes ever played.

You see Alex jump up out of his seat at the very end of the song. He realized right then and there just how amazing the band did on that song!

This song is just a representation of two important aspects: 1. how much of a genius Eddie is when it comes to Riffs and guitar work. He completed this complete masterpiece by connecting a lot of riffs with various key modulations yet sounds soooo good together. Total Monster. 2. It also proves how tight Eddie and Alex’s were, not only on an instrumental level but something way more beyond that.. they were just emotionally connected. Alex’s drum work here is just totally in sync with Eddie’s genius parts that just makes it 100x better. Scary amount of bond and musicianship they had. Almost makes me want to cry. This song on an instrumental level is a pure masterpiece. Thank you Van Halen for all this amazing music..

There never was, never is, never will be another Eddie...

Dave clearly doesn't approve of this BADASS piece of work. Most underrated song of all time.

Eddie's playing is so on point, not just the solo but the whole song. Very friendly to the ear and most musical shredder to have ever lived. Other players are faster or more technical, but none are better than EVH.

Rest in peace man you have changed music for us all.

This sounds so crunchy and amazing. I could listen to the opening riff forever and not have a problem.

This was the first thing I had to go back and watch when the news broke a few minutes ago... RIP Eddie.

its really the saddest thing knowing they hate each other now... they were so happy and great together

Van Halen + Sammy = The best they ever were..

So sad to think he’s gone. I think he was the best of all time, a genius.

Rest In Peace Eddie, thanks for the music.

A fact that doesn't get mentioned very often, but King Edward's stage presence was/is phenomenal! Every VH concerto I've ever been to I've been on Ed's side of the stage for that reason. Love watching him perform!!

Good Lord that guitar solo was insane

absolutely heart-broken to learn of Eddie's passing today

It’s 2018 and this song is still relevant to me today. This band is my Beatles. This is rock and roll, pure and simple. Sammy’s lyrics are relatable today as to 1986. Eddie’s performance is timeless. Alex is superb. Michael is amazing. 5150 is my Let It Be.

This riff is hard af , i dont even talk about the solo

love seeing Edward so happy

Those harmonising vocals at 06:21

RIP king of Guitar EVH.

WE LOVE YOU BIG ED. PEACE FROM CALIFORNIA The zenith of guitar creativity is gone my childhood my comic book superhero is gone Eddie Forever

This is an example of what Eddie means to rock music. Amazing rhythm play, that solo, and that smile. Thank you for the constant smiles Eddie. And thank you for introducing 13 year old me to what real rock guitar is. Rest In Peace.

I’ve never seen someone playing guitar with so much joy, and neither have you.

RIP Eddie. Legend. This may be my favourite VH song.

well this passed the test of time. I love it more now than ever, woo hoo

Eddies live tone during this era was so fire

i would do anything, LITERALLY ANYTHING for a chance to go back in time and see this concert

Eddie's face always makes me smile lol

Ed deserves all the credit he's getting for his otherworldly guitar work on this song, but Sammy hitting that note at 6:38 ...LIVE?! ...amazing vocal chops

RIP Eddie keep shredding in heaven

One of my favorite songs of all time and this performance is perfection

All I can say is “perfect”. This is flawless IMO. Ed’s always smiling, the band is tight and damn that note Sammy belts gives me the chills. They were on top of their game at this point

Pure unadulterated riff-age of the highest order. Timeless, musical talent.

I can’t stop crying.... I miss Eddie so much.... There will never be another master with that shitty grin !!!

I will never be the same after hearing and seeing this🙌🏼🕊️

I love this version better than the album, thanks to the added solo.

What guitarist doesn’t have a huge hole in their heart losing this man ❤❤

Almost one year of his passing and still miss him like hell every day. Love both eras but if I have to choose one, I would take the classic era every time hands down, the first six albums with DLR are pure gold, however, when it comes to define my top five VH songs, which is really hard to do, it gets kinda interesting…in no particular order I would choose “Runnin’ with the devil”, “Mean street” and “In a simple rhyme” (David Lee Roth era), “New world/Without you” (Gary Cherone era), and last but not least…”5150” (Sammy Hagar era)…what a piece of a damn song!…not only Eddie’s incredible solo but his great rhythm playing, Michael’s outstanding bass line, Alex’s marvelous drumming and Sammy’s perfect vocals and lyrics…man, I really love this song and this live version is just nuts!!…ladies and gentleman, I give to the joy of the world THE MIGHTY VAN HALEN!!

Love seeing big brother ALEX smile in this video.

It's amazing how EVH could jump and run around on stage the way he did, and played it flawlessly the entire time.

I was very shocked to read of Eddie's passing. Very fortunate to see them with Sammy and once with Dave. Would have thought Eddie was going to feel better and get them back for another tour with Dave singing. He was such a great guitarist and always smiled while playing.

This whole show needs to be put out as a whole live album

Today we lost a great legend, RIP guitar riff God legend Eddie Van Halen.

What a great song structure. It's got it all.

RIP EDDIE 10/6/2020 as At about 4 PM Eastern, I heard that He was gone. A friend of mine just shared this great video, and I'm deeply saddened by his passing. He was a real life Wizard, and a genius. I was a teen when the arrived on the airwaves, I'm 63 now, almost 64. As a drummer I did covers of maybe 6 or 7 of his bands songs. But it's been years and today the Montreal Rock station stopped what was going on normally and played all Van Halen. SO amazing to hear how incredible he was all over again!

This is an absolutely stunning performance. How can this get a thumbs down? Give me one modern band that brings this kind of energy WHILE playing their own instruments!

Cathedral licks here....... damn he is good!

One of Eddie's best live solos-- ever!

Eddie Van Halen, GREATEST GUITAR PLAYER OF MY GENERATION, PERIOD! ENOUGH SAID!

One of the best songs Van Halen ever did live. Sounds awesome. Edwards solo kicked ass also. This was the greatest solo in a song by Mr. VH in my opinion.👍🎸

This was a great summer. I saw them in Largo MD.. and Aliens also was released!

I still get goosebumps at the energy of them and the time of the 5150 album. Best show I've ever seen.

RIP Eddie! Always you made my days better with your music, and you will forever!

Is this the greatest live guitar solo ever?

Damn Eddy is freaking unbelievable! I listen to this every morning!

RIP Eddie :( I must have watched this solo on the dvd so many times when I was younger. What an inspiration.

This version of 5150 is my EVH lighting being captured in a bottle. It makes me so sad and so euphoric in equal measures since his passing. EVH, 'The king' indeed!

His rhythm playing is just as good as his lead work. So musical but will trip you up when learning it. Guy is a beast of a songwriter.

The solo alone is ...fuck! It's 5150. It's the solo i show people that aren't a fan like me. He is THE Guitar God of Guitar Gods. So grateful I was alive in the time of Eddie Van Halen. I miss you. #evh

Best concert ever. The energy was insane.

3:20 I love it when Alex gets excited and smiles when the solo starts, truly amazing

I am so thankful this exists

This has to be one of if not his best guitar compositions. Especially this live version.

RIP Eddie Van Halen. Your music changed lives.

Still havent found a musical perfomance that matches this. Evh was a great soul and a gift to humanity

This made me cry. These days are gone.

Timeless and freaking awessome

Eddie in his prime!!

The Cig burning top the neck isn't the only thing smoking! Solo shred

of the most underrated rock riffs..what a beauty, the solo is a fuckin riot as well..better than the studio for sure but also not an appropriate solo for a record..but live..its fucking mind melting.

I remember being 10 years old watching this for the very first time with the my step dad, this concert literally changed my life. I've must've seen this concert on VHS at least 5150 times and still watching today. Long live Van Hagar!!!!!!!

5:47 What I always loved about EVH. Even with all the adulation that was heaped upon him for decades, he still seemed humble. His reaction to be called, "The King". I miss you Eddie

Rest in peace Eddie, you will be missed.

The greatest guitar riff ever!!

I remember when this concert came out of vhs, I immediately pumped the audio from the stereo vcr into my equalizer and and recorded the entire thing. At that time I was the only one in town listening to the new Van Halen with Sammy live in my car!

Such a phenomenal song live....probably one of the best live guitar solos recorded EVER! Ed was/is a BEAST!