Guster - 'Come Downstairs And Say Hello' [Live at Red Rocks w/ Colorado Symphony Orchestra]

Guster performs "Come Downstairs and Say Hello" at Red Rock Amphitheater with the Colorado Symphony Orchestra on July 25, 2021.

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LYRICS:
Dorothy moves to click her ruby shoes
Right in tune with "Dark Side of the Moon"
Someone, someone could tell me
Where I belong
Be calm, be brave, it'll be okay

No more messing around and living underground
On new year's resolutions
By this time next year, I won't be here
I turn on, turn on MTV, the volume's down
Lips move, they say
It'll be okay

To tell you the truth, I've said it before
Tomorrow I start in a new direction
One last time these words from me
I'm never saying them again
And I shut the light
And listen as my watch unwinds

To tell you the truth I've said it before
Tomorrow I start in a new direction
I know I've been half-asleep
I'm never doing that again

I look straight at what's coming ahead
And soon it's going to change in a new direction
Every night as I'm falling asleep
These words repeated in my head

Voices calling from a yellow road
To come downstairs and say hello
Don't be shy, just say hello

To tell you the truth I've said it before
Tomorrow I start in a new direction
I know I've been half-asleep
I'm never doing that again

I look straight at what's coming ahead
And soon it's going to change in a new direction
Every night as I'm falling asleep
Those words repeated in my head

#guster #comedownstairsandsayhello #keepittogether

[gnore_me.]

this is the single greatest song ever written about depression -- not because it makes you feel depressed ... but because it gives you hope. and sometimes that's all you need.

this song saved my life.

[victricks]

Gorgeous. Can’t hear this without thinking of my brother Donnie. This is the song he played for me after he received the diagnosis of ALS. Your biggest fan. Created so many other fans by sharing your music. He got to meet you guys at Austin City Limits. You were wonderful. Thanks for your kindness. Donnie Jarrell was his name. ❤️💔❤️

[macprotips]

i truly think this is one of the greatest live performances of any kind. truly remarkable and beautiful.

[bryanbuff]

True story. I almost didn’t go to the show and I had been looking forward to it for months (we had 4th row seats and Guster has been in my Top 5 for 25+ years). This was a bucket list thing for me. But a few days before we were scheduled to take the 4 hour flight to Denver, my anxiety reared its ugly head and it was crippling. Thanks to my wife, some medication, meditation and prayer, I pushed through. I kept thinking: “Be calm, be brave, it’ll be okay…” The anxiety didn’t go away, but I was able to be more present around other Guster fans on the bus. And as we pulled up to Red Rocks it started pouring rain. My first thought was “oh no, this is terrible.” But we saw on the radar that the storm was moving out and I began to hope the show would go on. My kids’ favorite song is “Hello Mister Sun, ” so as the rain subsided, I was overcome with emotion when I saw a double rainbow in the backdrop of Red Rocks. It was such a surreal moment. And for those few hours at Red Rocks, I was present and my heart was full. The Lone Bellow blew my away, and every single moment of Guster just brought me joy and peace. The performance of this song was transcendent, and I thank God and everything else that gave me the courage to push through my anxiety and make the trip. Love to anyone else who struggles with anxiety, you’re not alone.

[masternamer]

I remember being at this show, worried it'd be delayed or canceled because of the crazy squall that came through or the wind. But then Guster came on for the first time after the pandemic and did this! With the help of the Colorado Symphony Orchestra. Simply brilliant. I have seen y'all live 8 times now, and this song at this venue with these guests.... magic. Thank you.

[michaelm]

Who the hell gave this a thumbs down???!!!??

[chrislongmn]

This here was a moment, my friends.

As the instruments went quiet and Ryan prepared to sing the lyric many Guster fans clung to the last couple years as we tried to keep eyes and minds pointed forward - I turned around, looked behind me and made it a point to look up at the massive crowd.

Everyone sang along - somehow all unconsciously agreeing to do so in a somewhat hushed voice...

"Be calm... be brave... it'll be ok"

I'll admit, I got a little choked up as I took a big breath and had the realization... we've made it.

I know we're not completely out of the woods yet, but that moment on an amazing night in the foothills of Colorado was my personal finish line. I'd reached the end of a very dark year and a half.

I'm so glad I made the decision to get out to see this show.

I'll never, ever forget it.

[anneflynn]

What an incredible experience to witness you all live for the very first time...on a blustery night at red rocks..with a full symphony. Not gonna lie, from being a fan since the late 90's, it was an emotional experience and worth every penny. All the way from Virginia Beach, thank you so much Guster!

[JudeauChop]

Have to admit, i got a little overwhelmed a few times during this concert. It was truly an amazing experience.

[debsbuckalew]

I cannot properly put into words what this show meant to me. Like so many others, this was a bucket list topper and something I'm not sure I ever thought I'd be able to experience. I grew up visiting family in Denver often and lived there for a couple of years in college. I worked at the base of Red Rocks for a while and every single day I'd spend my 2-hour lunch break sitting on those steps and soaking in the sanctity and splendor. I always felt a connection when I visited, so it quickly became my favorite place in the universe, but I was never able to see a show there. Collectively we have all been affected by the hell of 2020, on top of our own unique personal struggles. This show, getting to travel to a place that a piece of my heart calls home with some of my favorite people and collective Guster family to see my favorite band accompanied by an amazing symphony orchestra in my favorite place on earth… it was transcendent. Part of me still hasn’t caught up with the fact that it happened and I was there. It was a dream come true and one of the best days of my life, and my heart and soul are recharged and overflowing. I love you all, band members and Guster family alike. Thank you. <3

[iandmacdonald]

Adam's looks of elation and slight disbelief said it all.

[therealturbofanisme]

I keep coming back to this video over and over. I saw them at the Rady Shell in san diego with the san diego symphony, so it was a similar setup. But ryan was sick (i mean SICK, poor guy) and the performance (though incredible in its own right) just wasnt the same. The guys were *on it* the night this was recorded.

Would absolutely pay for a release of the full show.

[witchcrafts]

Just amazing! Wow, what a performance.

[williamhpurser]

Drove up from south Louisiana and met one of my sons there. He had driven in from Idaho. Wasn’t sure if the show was even going to happen with the crazy rain that night. The concert was spectacular from start to finish but I think this song was one of my favorites. I have played this video multiple times since then and it brings back great memories I had being there with my son. Thanks.
My wife and other kids were jealous they didn’t get to go. You’ll have to play there again and maybe we can bring the whole family.

[edmay]

I joyously gave this video its 1000th like 😊

[shleegar]

Wish we could have been there! Beautiful. Come back to Maine- we need Guster on the Ocean. :-)

[tealquartz]

This song gets me every single time.
I discovered this band (unfortunately) from a horribly abusive ex. I wish I could associate this song with happiness, but I just can't.
That being said, it woke me up and changed me for the better.
I'll never forget how powerful I felt simply from hearing the beat & lyrics. God Bless Guster. 🙏

[therealturbofanisme]

Oh god. Just outstanding. Wish so much I could have been there, but at least i can see it here.

[margod]

Pretty please turn this show into an album! Aaaaand, please perform with the Pittsburgh Symphony.😍❤️

[AdamSmith-gonu]

Incredible show, very memorable, after the crazy rain and hail and through the winds, it was surreal at times. Playing "lightning rod" in those conditions was perfect. Glad we made the trek from California!