Art Garfunkel on new memoir, discovering his voice

As half of Simon & Garfunkel, Art Garfunkel dominated the pop charts, scoring hits like "Cecilia" and No. 1 records "Bookends" and "Bridge Over Troubled Water." After the duo split in 1970, Garfunkel moved onto a successful solo career. He and Paul Simon were inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1990 and later received the Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award. Garfunkel joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss his new memoir, "What Is It All But Luminous: Notes from an Underground Man."
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[@billwesolowski2609]

Why ask the man questions if you're going to cut him off during his answers? Just shut up and let the guest talk. We are not tuned in to hear you ask questions, we are here to hear the answers.

[@coffeehigh420]

lol thats cbs ... typical

[@tomshelton1447]

Time constraints make this necessary. Would you prefer he ramble on--not that he did--on one of his answers not allowing for any other questions? I thought they were respectful and you could see the interviewers were huge admirers of his.

[@echrder3572]

For all his sins, Charlie Rose was still a great interviewer, his archive online is probably the most comprehensive collection of diverse American reference points and fascinating people.

[@sergebabak2437]

i just came to comment the same thing

[@ajs41]

Increase the time available then.

[@williamfinamore4623]

Art Garfunkel Morphed into Ed Koch.

[@ppumpkin3282]

He's talking about his song writing, she stops him, and says "but its your voice that really captivates people. What a waste of a good chance to learn more about what's in Art.

[@RapidStrength3]

P Pumpkin I agree. The meaning behind the sound is what’s captivating.

[@cardboardheadguy7814]

He Need A New Album or Live Album for 2021

[@anonymeister123]

That exact part irritated me too. Pretty rude thing to say

[@chrisclay4291]

Gayle is too awful for words.

[@simonedgbaston]

🗽🇺🇲 Totally air head presenter's same here in the UK 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿🎸

[@WorldEnds41]

He's more intelligent than everyone in that building combined. Joy to listen to him sing and even speak.

[@gymnastix]

You are correct in your statement "He's [Art Garfunkel] more intelligent than everyone in that building combined." But that also wouldn't require much to exceed, considering who comprises "everyone" at CBS these days.

[@randolphpinkle4482]

@@gymnastix Such snarky comments. Apparently from a couple of geniuses.

[@brucetowell3432]

Believe he taught mathematics in school as well.

[@WorldEnds41]

@@brucetowell3432 Columbia University, I want to say.

[@brucetowell3432]

@@WorldEnds41 Yes, think you are right. thanks

[@survivrs]

His voice is like no other. When you put Art and Paul together, it's such beautiful harmony.

[@The22on]

Yes. The two of them blend beautifully. Same for the three Beatles, Paul, John and George. Listen to BECAUSE. It's from heaven.

[@geraldinapadilla6327]

Traduccion

[@justinherbert9146]

"I produced the Simon and Garfunkel records" - pretty bold statement by Artie - wonder what Paul Simon and Roy Halee would say about that claim?

[@triggymctrigger2452]

The way he speaks is just poetry. Just like their songs. So beautiful, so smooth, so elegant

[@Elizabeth-rp1pi]

He IS a poet after all.......

[@thedetectivespring]

he didn't write the songs. Paul did.

[@milcotto4153]

You have a music icon, a living legend in the studio, and you don't even listen to what the man has to say. I came here to listen to Art Garfunkel. You cut him off numerous times. Art Garfunkel handled it very politely. Someone should get fired. This is one of the most unprofessional interviews I have ever seen.

[@thunderlevin6735]

Charlie Rose is famous for doing that. When he had his own show, it was a trademark that the people he interviewed never got a word in edgewise.

[@maddymud]

huh? I watch his shows all the time, and he lets' people elucidate unless they're clearly rambling. This one felt nothing like those interviews. Gayle freakin' cut off Art talking about his writing process (which she asked him about) by saying "But, it's your voice that matters." Good lord.

[@paulkinsella6536]

Always thought he was a very good singer. Particularly liked Bright eyes. He must also be very fit as he done a lot of walking,even across continents.

[@mokopium9094]

yeah.. some interviews.. the interviewer is just occupied w. his/her own questions that they prepared, and completely fail to actually listen and respond accordingly

[@volcanicvikingo9501]

@@mokopium9094 They are clearly under time restraints, the interview is only 5 minutes because that's likely the only time they had. If this were an in depth, 1 hour interview with Art Garfunkel things would be so much different.

[@eduardoalcala8310]

I used to be amazed about Art's musical voice and now I'm amazed about his verbal expression, could listen to him for hours. Marvelous storyteller

[@thedetectivespring]

he didn't write the songs though.

[@OnTheFritz602]

Bridge over Troubled Waters was written by Paul Simon specifically for art's voice. That last verse was added after the song was first recorded. Classic!

[@The22on]

I didn't know that about the last verse. Thanks for posting. That verse is totally different from the ones before it. Sail on silver bird...

[@The22on]

@PATRICK SULLIVAN oops

[@dennissmith8371]

Nate Art asked for the last verse “ as the money verse “ as I understood it 🍻

[@debrakish9659]

@@The22on It's "sail on, silver girl" not silver bird. Paul wrote it about his wife who found her first grey hair.

[@nellcenizal9094]

He sings and speaks so eloquently .

[@Voodoochil111111]

Why in the world would they interrupt him when he's actually opening up about his relationship with Paul? Jesus Christ.

[@VillageOfTheDarned1]

Probably because modern 'journalists' have no clue, nowadays, and all basically suck. They were watching a very short clock on this interview, and it showed.

[@csheets40]

Love love LOVE Art Garfunkle!! So glad he is still with us. He is absolutely one of the world's purist artists!!

[@The22on]

Yes. We are losing the s1960s artists as they hit their seventy year decade. Many of them were heavey drinkers or druggies, or had unhealthy lifestyles - food, sleep, smoking. I just his 70 and it really hits you. Things that were just annoying in younger years become conditions requiring medicine. I think of the song lyirc by Neil Young, ITS BETTER TO BURN OUT THAN FADE AWAY. Lots of performers burned their candles at both ends in that era and we miss their light.

[@paulmartos7730]

Couldn't agree more. His voice is unique, powerful and beautiful. Listen to "Brigge over Troubled Water" for a lesson in lead vocals.

[@ashleyaburomi9759]

I didnt know Paul Simon wrote all the songs.

[@vimla2337]

The man is a legend - his talent is amazing

[@Nan-ly8zb]

He’s such a class act. Love him.

[@jwsf941]

"Bridge over Troubled Water" still gets to me because I never really had the chance to overtly tell someone I admire who's 23 years older than I am how much he means to me at a difficult moment in his life

[@Tony-pf8rw]

He seems like such a beautiful person. And he is possessed of an extremely beautiful and mellifluous speaking voice. It’s no surprise that he sings so wonderfully. What is surprising is that a man who speaks so eloquently has never really been much of a songwriter...

[@mesube22]

His manner of expression made me cry. Beautiful man.

[@shantibel]

Marvellous man, marvellous intellect, beautiful sensibility and beautiful, beautiful voice. So grateful for his music in my time.

[@Ggiulia98]

Such a pleasurable old man. I heard him on february in Rome and I was amazed not only by his delicate and magical voice (that has been miraculously preserved through years and despite ilness) but also by his character (that I totally ignored before). Moreover I am so moved that he considerates his voice as a gift from God: which other celebrity would say the same?

[@jeffjames7894]

From all accounts from people I know that have met him, he is actually a pretty difficult guy to be around.

[@user-tm4to9qe1m]

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[@kaydenkhuu8017]

Giulia98

[@LateNotes]

soooo pleasant a comment

[@GGreen-yf2xk]

We generally say, "pleasant." "Pleasurable" has a somewhat sexual connotation.

[@patrickryan1515]

Remember when he had all that Afro hair atop his head -- that's the AG I'll forever picture in my mind. The man had a beautiful voice. 7/2019

[@kevinmanns7170]

He still does have a beautiful voice.

[@cleopatra6912]

Hm, do Paul Simon and Roy Halee now have to give their producer grammys for BOTW back as it turned out 45 years later that everything had been produced by Art alone 🤔?

[@garydunn3037]

I Love Simon and Garfunkel, in fact I have spent the morning trying to forget Corona-virus, and just enjoying the smooth harmonies of the two of them. Particularly Art whose voice is "Heavenly" May I take this opportunity to thank you both for the beautiful songs you both crafted in the 1960's. God bless you both in all your future endeavours. From a big Fan here in the UK.

[@michaeldutko2383]

one of the greatest singers that has ever existed

[@annamoonsammy4692]

I grew up loving this man.. And his voice is still captivating..

[@baseballman74]

When i was 6 years old back in South Korea, and I’ve heard the voices of both Art and Paul for the first time on a black and white television. Furthermore, me not knowing anything about music (still I don’t know much), I thought they sounded like angels. And I still listen to Simon and Garfunkel even nowadays. Art Garfunkel once described Paul Simon as a sensitive poet. I cannot agreed more. And what a voice to go with the beautiful music... I will always cherish Art and Paul. Until the end!

[@stayinformed2913]

Thank you Art for making the world a better place to live. Thank you for your kindness, soft voice, and loving character. But most of all, thank you for the wonderful songs that made all of us discover who we are and who we should be.

[@thedetectivespring]

yes but Paul wrote the songs. Not Art

[@ingridobrecht9805]

if no one has said it, when I imagine an angel, it is this man´s voice and face that comes to mind in younger days

[@bobw1559]

Steve Carinci nailed it refering to Art Garfunkel's Breakaway album! One of my top 3 recordings of all time! I never tire of listening to it. I love Simon and Garfunkel records! I grew up with them. Along with the Beatles they were the first artist I listened to at age 5 0r 6! Art's solo albums were my favorites! Still gives me goose bumps when I listen!

[@jaybird7534]

Paul and Art perfect harmony signature sound together, legends for a 1000 years.

[@lynnmckenna9934]

Deep man- being responded to with such superficial questions and responses! Oh my... If they had just sat back and let him speak.... I am going to get his book.

[@ladymarjorie3777]

I am so blessed to have grown up with Simon and Garfunkel and other greats from this era.

[@jeanjones1846]

These two are the best ... I walk through malls and shops in Ca... and hear their music all the time. It never gets old. We will always love them and will never forget them.

[@krasnoz6]

I listened to S & G since I was 10 years old and love their music more than ever. I am captivated by their beautiful sound and obsessed with them and their stories. True icons ❤

[@lovesdogs8616]

I am rediscovering them and it is a like finding a hidden treasure.

[@Keezie27]

Same here! They're amazing

[@baz810]

Legend. There's this beautiful softness to Art's voice. 'Across America' is my favourite album of all time

[@birgitkonig6308]

I love Art Garfunkel so much!! ❤️❤️❤️

[@hadrianvetti6758]

I was a kid in New York when Simon and Garfunkel were together ..heard them on the radio ..

[@kaipeterson]

What a lovely man.

[@HansLollo]

The guy legitimately wanted to teach you an important lesson at the beginning, by explaining why he went with that sentence. And all you can ask is "BuT wHaT abOuT YouR vOiCE?"

[@allosaurusfragilis7782]

He is how you would hope hed be, after listening to his music

[@845callaway]

If you believe we are having this human experience for a reason, if we were placed here to learn something...I would say Art has learned that "something".

[@BENjamin3931]

Such a pleasurable old man .The man is a legend - his talent is amazing!

[@Voodoochil111111]

Nothing says, "I looked up S&G greatest hits last night" like saying "Hello darkness my old friend" as they introduced him. Whoever did that should be fired.

[@SpecialSP]

One of my ALL TIME favorite songs is "All I Know" by Art. I've been listening to it all day.

[@fani5000]

I gotta read this book, such a fascinating man. I've loved Simon & Garfunkel since I was a kid and Art is just such a gem.

[@hazzachannel1]

THIS IS AN INCREDIBLE INTERVIEW, OF A MAN WHO KNEW HE HAD A GIFT FROM GOD AT 5 YRS OLD! HE IS A LOVELY OLD MAN. AM GETTING OLD NOW, I HOPE I GET MORE MELLOW,AND MEMORABLE TO PEOPLE IN THE YOUNGER REALMS ABOUT ME.

[@snowwhitebeautyful]

Such a nice old man, i love him!!

[@greenbeagle13]

Was raised with S&G, loved their music

[@rudolphwouters9499]

Wow, what an inspiring, happy man. Thanks for the sharing!

[@dmkdm3343]

He's aging just fine, looks great.

[@footielad8301]

He looks like an old tea bag come on! Who you kidding?

[@nolimae2378]

He's got all his marbles that's even better

[@douglassharpe55]

However it is the 21st century, and wouldn't it be nice to take advantage of all the beautifying AIDS available at this moment In Time? Some HGH on a daily basis, a little testosterone, and some retin a skin cream would take 25 years off his looks.... Why not. Oh yes and by the way terrible interviewer!

[@MrReasonabubble]

@@douglassharpe55 why not? Because some people are comfortable in their skin and recognise the aging process as an inevitable and not somehow shameful thing.

[@markv.5962]

time to shave the fuzz off

[@dennisarkapaw5122]

Paul was a very difficult person to work with since he was the creator while Art was the interpreter. It is clear from Paul's recent biography Art let him down in a couple of critical times eg During Bridge recording Art went off to do a movie without much notice to Paul; they both gave competing bids for a flat in Manhattan in John Lennons Apartment block!! Worst of all Art kept secret his failing voice on a world tour. Paul expected perfection and most times got it from Art, however they argued ferociously as Alpha males. Art has never really challenged Paul in their respective solo careers. Together they were indomitable right back to Wednesday Morning 3AM, my favourite album for purity.

[@tom-ht3ju]

Paul's first album is my favourite - it has some unique, almost transcendent, quality to it. Just listen to 'Peace Like a River' or 'Duncan' and you'll see what it mean!

[@dennisarkapaw5122]

@@tom-ht3ju I know both songs and agree they have an elegant spirit as well Paul’s sharp social commentary in Duncan. But for me the folk songs like Bleecker Street, April come She Will, Sparrow, The sun is Burning shine as diamonds in their rich colours and tones with scintillating harmonies On Wed 3 AM... which I always thought was their first album here in Australia.

[@tom-ht3ju]

@@dennisarkapaw5122 Truthfully, i've never fully listened to their first album, heard it was by far their worst. I'll give it a go today though, cheers mate!

[@daviddalton8996]

What a talent, absolutely gifted.

[@damonryan774]

He’s an awesome singer. Beautiful voice.

[@Dara604]

I'm reading this book now and it's very interesting! Two friends of mine gave a signed copy to me by Art himself! Thank you for the music, Art. You and Paul made some of the best songs ever! My parents and I are HUGE fans! Keep up the good work, I hope to see you in concert someday! I love your book. Dara

[@GM-ox2vx]

Art your music will live on forevermore!

[@glennfleming]

I saw S&G at Wembley Stadium in 1982 and I've seen both of them solo many times after that. They were wonderful together and wonderful apart. I play their records all the time and I'm so grateful they have both been around for so long in my life. My favourite? It has to be, hands down, 'The Dangling Conversation'. Beautifully written by Paul and beautifully arranged by Artie - and beautifully performed by them both.

[@ronnie.1983]

My goodness he is smooth...a poet. Incredible really.

[@renoraines463]

Legend! One of the best singers ever.

[@emeteriocastillojr8226]

One of my iconic idol in the world of pop music...I salute him....

[@Jackspiring]

This is far too short.. those questions needed to allow at least an hour for rebuttal i hate when they’re so short and lacking substance like this why even pay all that money to have him on the show you can do what you did here without Art even being present

[@TheHManShow]

This man is so special! Nuff said

[@rexieangelo1619]

Art... thank you for the music...😘😍😊

[@Nautilus1972]

He didn't write any of the music.

[@brendanheavin2799]

That was ABBA

[@yohanesadi29]

+Brendan Heavin lol

[@sharonramone7186]

@@Nautilus1972 He created music with his voice- which is sometimes better than writing it!

[@sonitavillaroman2]

I just don't know but I really fell in love with Art's angelic voice

[@debboragerys5774]

So lovely the way he’s talk ❤️😍

[@tyronejoihnson7046]

Paul Simon said Artie's chronic farting ended their relationship.

[@brucetowell3432]

Heard he had throat problems? He also I believe was a heavy smoker.

[@Creative-ik5xm]

Love both Paul Simon and Art Garfunkel ❤️

[@celisediniz7573]

Art Garfunkel, I love you since I was a teen ager! I love your voice for ever and ever!!!!! ❤

[@marciajacobs1105]

Loved Simon and Garfunkel, still crazy after all these years, from the start with "Parsley, Sage, etc." Profound, insightful, melodic, intelligent. What more could one want?

[@johnedwardjones999]

In 70s I would Art at a small park near The Grace Cathedral, SF. It was near my office and apartment. He was obviously deep in thought. Great to see him. A nod but would not invade his space. He was working on something..Was great to see now and then.

[@rossitherhodie5659]

Wonderful person, thank you for a lifetime of intense beautiful music. You are a gifted person with no end. May God Bless you and keep you for his choir in the sky.

[@MJSONLY]

@PaulSimonMusic #ArtGarfunkel Singularly you are each a gift to the world and together you are beyond words ~ the lives and hearts you have touched and the memories you've planted in our minds ~ thank you

[@m.st.6657]

One of my favourite groups! Their melodies bring so much comfort and emotions to me ❤

[@rexieangelo1619]

I love your voice art gurfunkel... done😘😍😊

[@chipblock2854]

I grew up in the 60s listening to this man. I never found a song I didn't like. I loved one song that they sang Silent Night as a newscast about the war in Vietnam and all its atrocities was playing in the background. Bit my favourite is A Dangling Conversation. It is so poetic. Its amazing I have never heard it on the radio. A close second is The Boxer. Fifteen years ago or so I saw them live in Houston. What a night it was. They started with Bookends.

[@jackflesh]

Mr Garfunkel is charming at any age🥰

[@hukazhimomi4397]

I Couldn't believe he's growing this old....seems too fast. Legend 💓

[@nealsausen4651]

I love Art Garfinkel! You just can't help but love Art Garfunkel!

[@6brad9]

Love his voice

[@housekeeping3561]

His voice is like satin velvet. I met him in 1969 in St. Louis and we sat and talked to you and it was the thrill of my life! I was a Senior in high school. Thrills!!!you are amazing!

[@lew526]

At 3:34 he describes the meaning of his book's title, but I also think it's how we feel when we hear him sing.

[@precioussilver5698]

This guy is a treasure, I love him so much!!!

[@rickmeade9693]

art Garfunkel his voice is heaven sent a blessing and people just quietly lissen

[@99thehighstreet69]

I love the story about there first No1 hit.They were bored smoking in a car and there song came on the radio and one said to the other Wow I bet those guys are having a great time.

[@privateperson5769]

Art is autistic isn't he ? You can see it in that famous 1983 live concert - you can just see it in him, but back then would not have been diagnosed or even understood. That concert - if u watch it - they have NO chemistry on stage at all between each other no eye contact at all. Bizarre. I love Paul Simon. I love their songs so much . They are both awesome. It' s no wonder they have not got on at times,

[@cherylann9781]

The man has the voice of an angel!

[@charlesvandenburgh7008]

Saw Simon and Garfunkel in Saratoga.NY, soon after 'The Graduate' came out. Seems like Yesterday and still have my ticket stub from the Concert.

[@StevenCarinci]

His album Breakaway is a *&%^$ masterpiece. If you don't have it go out and buy it now.

[@raymondbonington9355]

Good writers Gallagher and lyle , they wrote breakaway and many others .

[@annhinz6326]

I absolutely agree! One of my all time favorites and leaves any s&g album behind. Want me in the mood, just put that needle to that vinyl

[@annhinz6326]

Waters of March! 99 miles from LA! Ragdoll, Disney Girls, I only have eyes, not a bad song on the whole album

[@StevenCarinci]

@@annhinz6326 Exactly what mood we talking about Ann? Take it easy now. The kids might be listening.

[@Dev-ie1ez]

Buy what? Don't people just listen songs on youtube or spotify

[@ltcolumbo9708]

I know Paul was the most egotistical the most madly driven and most selfish person who broke up the band..every band's lead singer always greedy for the solo flight. Art was and is the real singer So blessed with that voice. But you know what..Paul is an helluva talent Period

[@MrReasonabubble]

Well, Art has the more distinctive voice and I wouldn't argue against him technically being the better singer - but Paul does have a fine singing voice, and I think he might get more credit for it if he hadn't been overshadowed during their partnership.

[@RapidStrength3]

Art has inspired me to become a poet. I have written three already, especially through these difficult times, I have found a new beauty of life through his poetry. Such a shame that they focus on the sound, which of course is beautiful and harmonic, but can careless on what he has to say. Awful media.

[@abrokenframe82]

I'm pretty sure he was making the film catch 22 in Mexico when Paul and Roy were mixing Bridge over troubled water, just listen to the only boy in New York. It's written right there!

[@mikehunt1741]

Even at this age, they could reunite and kick the music industry up the hole.

[@salvarriale161]

The most beautiful Cosmic Scorpio dude ever ....

[@finch45lear]

😅Paul and Art have created some of the most beautiful music the world will ever know.

[@benmiddleton9984]

legend. him and simon

[@iansmith3593]

Sanford Greenberg’s memoir features AG so much, and depicts him as so bright & creative, I’d like to read this book.

[@derpydogz0259]

The panning around the room kind of feels a bit erie... Anyways It's amaizing how well his voice has stayed with him even after that incident. His voice still sounds sharp as ever!

[@dianeherrell5309]

When I think of Bridge over troubled waters I think of childhood. An innocent time spent with my record player in summertime. Sweet voices lifting me up and mesmerizing me. ❤❤❤