Where Have All The Good Times Gone!
Van Halen · Diver Down
Open up and shout it out,an' never try to sing,
Wondering if Ive done it wrong,
Will this depression last for long,wont you tell me,
Where have all the good times gone.
Where have all the good times gone.
Where have all the good times gone.
Once we had an easy ride and always felt the same,
Time was on our side and we had everything to gain,
This could be like yesterday,
Is thst me with your happydays,
Where have all the good times gone.
Where have all the good times gone.
Where have all the good times gone.
Ma and pa look back on all the things they used to do,
Never had no money and they always told the truth,
Daddy didnt need no little toys,
Mommy didnt need no little boys,Wont you tell me,
Where have all the good times gone.
Where have all the good times gone.
Where have all the good times gone.
Ow!
Yesterday was such an easy game for you to play,
Ah but then lets face it,things are easier today,
Yes you need some bringing down,
Get your feet back on the ground,
Where have all the good times gone.
Where have all the good times gone.
Where have all the good times gone.
Where have all the good times gone.
Where have all the good times gone.
Where Have All The Good Times Gone!
Released on Van Halen's 1984 album Diver Down, this track exemplifies the band's signature blend of rock energy and melodic sensibility. The song features Eddie Van Halen's virtuosic guitar work, characterized by rapid-fire runs and a distinct tapping technique that became a hallmark of his playing. Lyrically, the title suggests a nostalgic reflection on the passage of time and the loss of youthful optimism, a theme often explored in the band's later catalog. As part of the 1980s rock revival, the recording captures the polished production style of the era while maintaining the raw power that defined Van Halen's career. It stands as a testament to the group's ability to fuse technical proficiency with accessible songwriting during their final studio album before their hiatus.