Ben Taylor Interview: Growing Up With Carly Simon and James Taylor

[@Pickininvt]

"She's a deeply magical human being". Wow....that's such an incredible compliment from a son to a mom!

[@tarnsand440]

You hear that alot about Carly. I believe she is genuine in all things.

[@willowbark5649]

Such a beautiful thing for him to say about Carly! I literally touched my heart. They raised a beautiful human. Inside, and out.

[@moonharp]

So sweet. I feel pain every time I remember hearing her say that James refuses to speak to her and she doesn't know why. The genuine confusion and pain in her face and voice.

[@elianalima6673]

@@moonharp talvez ele tenha mágoa dela, porque ficou muito mal com a separação e pensou até em abandonar a carreira. Mas justo nesta época ele foi ao Brasil e recebeu tanto carinho, gratidão e amor dos Brasileiros, em especial dos Cariocas, e ele disse que foi como um "renascimento" a experiência... Se recebeu um amor assim, deveria também amar e perdoar a Carly pela separação. Em nome dos filhos lindos que tiveram juntos, ao menos; que ela deu a ele! E ser-lhe verdadeiramente agradecido por isso! Todos nós ficaríamos sinceramente gratos por isso!! Que ele tenha maturidade pra isso e humildade também!

[@SaraFJones]

Maybe a daughter to a father. Given the satanic generational gender inversion in the music industry.

[@gypsyspiritcharleston]

What a beautiful young man who speaks so very highly of his parents

[@EmpressOfWyoming58]

Wow, I have always thought James was sooo handsome, but isn't his son an ever livin' doll? I do love the way he speaks about his parents, without bitterness and resentment and with deep reverence and respect.

[@imnotsurprised2653]

Amen ♥️

[@tomcoryell]

Hello EmpressofWyoming! Fellow Wyomingite here.

[@tomgrosemusic]

Well, look who his mom is

[@Kashaslove]

@@tomgrosemusic And Dad!

[@ginajones2328]

Handsome so is his brother Henry

[@lynnaridgeway2104]

It's refreshing to hear someone express these words about their parents.

[@NickNicometi]

It's refreshing to know that someone had such parenting and upbringing to speak so highly of his parents. Some of us weren't so lucky.

[@okeyproctor]

listening to him talk I couldn't stop thiking, "wow, he doesn't seem to be effed up, and he isn't blaming his parents for anything. how refreshing!"

[@imnotsurprised2653]

Amen♥️

[@Bevity]

They must have been good parents. He was lucky.

[@Melinda8162]

Yup, nothing 'vain' about him...... 😁!!! ( Love the song!)

[@lindseylaney9475]

Yep, He's an Intelligent, Secure Guy...DEFINITELY Takes After CARLY SIMON! ♥️🔮💫😇

[@pattyayers]

Not in a public interview while they’re still alive, of course

[@ninline2000]

He seems like a cool guy. Nice to see that. So many celebrities have messed up kids. Both of this man's parents are legends and he seems so normal and well adjusted. Amazing.

[@jg2060]

Considering they were both addled on the drugs and the booze, yeah.

[@sarahs5340]

He’s such a lucky guy being born into a family with such musical gifts and success. His soul must have won the lottery.

[@callmemom6936]

How amazing it must have been to experience his incredibly gifted parents. He is clearly a uniquely impressive and articulate man. He’s easy on the eyes too.

[@TheStuport]

I'm not at all surprised at how down to Earth and Humble Ben is...his parents must be awful proud of him and their daughter as well. Cheers Everyone

[@bazucchini]

What a delightfully intelligent and well-spoken human being. Nice.

[@gailfg2211]

Beautiful man, live how he respects his parents, lovely.

[@StormyDay]

So much love, admiration and respect for his parents. Love it! They raised him right!

[@kansaspeach7727]

One highlight of moments with my sister now deceased; enjoying a Ben Taylor concert in KC on my birthday. Gracious, down to earth, genuinely kind.GREAT show. I was a butterfly all over the place. My sister watching and teasing. Life is short. Enjoy it with people you love and deposit kindness in your Spirit.

[@christopherwall444]

That was a beautiful and impressive 2 mins...eloquent and so loving and warm..

[@user-vv7og1gt7t]

He speaks so highly of his parents and how they raised him, as well as how they created their own music. He is a beautiful man with a deep understanding about life. They did a great job in raising him.

[@mgg1273]

Ben looks so much like his mom in this video. He's got the best features of both parents.

[@dotsyjmaher]

I thought the same thing...he is strikingly handsome and charming.

[@dogsenseforu301]

I think Ben looks more like his Dad when young (the eyes esp) but luckily (for him) his hair is like his Ma's.... All around gorgeous though!

[@pinkleish1]

What a beautiful sentiment and love he has for his parents!

[@josephgarcia2979]

To have one parent who has such a way with words and tell her stories through the magic of music, is a gift, but to have two parents who have such a poetic way of telling their stories is magical.

[@connybartels2207]

I love the way he talks about James and Carly. Always loved and love Carly and James also.

[@connybartels2207]

Do good to hear him talk about his family with love and respect. I love these kind of people.

[@georgemendez3962]

Fabulous testimony to his extraordinary parents, God Love you Ben

[@Goathead469]

Sooo. Adorable and dangerously smart.

[@angelblue7779]

Carly Simon was my favorite female singer growing up and still is today! Her voice is so unique and powerful ! Even her look is unique ! I get lost in her music because I identify with every word and emotion! Incredible, beautiful legend in music!

[@ruthsturgeon4979]

I know I've always loved her music voice and style . She's very very talented

[@delight1027]

Met him today and got to talk to him for a while -- he's awesome. The real deal. Very real and humble and just truly interested in playing live music and communicating with folks.

[@boudica3356]

Wow! He is blessed with the best of both gene pools

[@tinkie]

he is gorgeous, what beautiful eyes he has...

[@PraytheRosaryEveryDay]

He isn't bald and looks great. H does favor his father and that is a GOOD thing. He reminds me a little bit of Hugh Laurie. twitter.com/bentaylorhq

[@guinnevere100]

I think he definitely has his father's eyes.

[@imperialjade7757]

Loving his beautiful blue eyes!!!

[@jaderington]

I like him enough, it's just the sycophants I simply can't bear.

[@RJ-zu2hr]

@NM1Raider they're blue actually

[@ruthsturgeon4979]

How nice to see a son display such open love for both his parents.

[@rhondafortson5205]

James Taylor/Carly Simon Both INCREDIBLY talented & interesting. Obviously, have a good, generous son.

[@dougpeters1625]

Ben you are a beautiful gentle soul. Your mother and father have been a gift to the world and they gave us another gift with you. Wishing you all the best.

[@michellelemon833]

This kid is awesome! He just had to pull the whole world of his growing up and assessment of his parents, although they are apart, together and did an amazing job!

[@methodicalmysticbutterflyi2669]

Aww, what a lovely tribute to his much-beloved parents.

[@calicosgroove6375]

He's beautiful inside out it seems. Yet his mother is pure magic. One of the perfectionists of her craft. Can't help but to love & respect Carly Simone. Her Son honors his mom. I enjoyed this short clip. TY

[@shellanon4212]

Well, spelling her name right would be a good start. No E on the end.

[@barbaralarkins7853]

A fantastic combination of their looks and talent~The gene pool!

[@koshersalaami]

I loved his description of Carly criticizing his songs. This comes from a generation further back: Her father was the Simon from Simon and Schuster. Of course she knows how to edit.

[@aslmad1]

Fun fact

[@ruthsturgeon4979]

She didn't edit books for a living ever what are you talking about

[@salgaltrixie8265]

@@ruthsturgeon4979: Re: koshersalaami's post, he never said that Carly edited books for a living. He only said that her father was the Simon of Simon & Schuster. However, she could've absorbed some degree of knowledge & skill just by having been his daughter & possible exposure to literary ppl or thru discussions with her dad. Hell, her being a song writer is quite literary !

[@jenniferjanes1589]

What a very handsome young man. I don’t think I have ever heard him perform. He must be excellent at his art. He certainly has the right gene pool for music.

[@lauramitchell6725]

I heard a song on the radio years ago.I heard the unmistakable voice and unique guitar and thought,ooh my favorite singer,James Taylor! But as I listened longer,it was like James Taylor but not quite exactly...........When it was over,the disc jockey said it was his son Ben.Aahh (sorta similar the first time I heard his brother Livingston on the radio)☺️

[@louisemacneilgreeley6327]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/aZ6YnY2Eeb-DrpY This is from the 90s, but he sounds the same now :)

[@hannelorekaplan9262]

Ben is a beautiful combination of Carly & James! Ben is a talent in his own right and he inspires hope! Keep on writing music and performing....looking forward to more of Ben T.

[@BobMinelli]

B.E.A.utiful. Bravo from start to finish.

[@RosePetal17]

I love the way he shares, such depth and insight. ARTIST!

[@janejohnstone5795]

His eyes...are his best. ..features..and his voice...very nice...intelligent and thoughtful....

[@josephlloyd9636]

Your wonderful in your own right!! I've loved your mothers music my entire life..shes a magical being and that truly flows from her !! Your blessed my man !! Now make your mark ..weve just been waiting to watch you bloom !!🌟🤩👍✨hug your lovely mother for me !!

[@karenlopez9417]

Not everyone wants to have a "chicklets" smile.Did it occur to you that he likes it that way?He is obviously very comfortable with himself and he should be.....he's very appealing and attractive.

[@tarnsand440]

Yes..he's unique. Who wants to look like everyone else...someone who's insecure.

[@allisgrace1313]

I love that tooth gap on people! It's so endearing!

[@kiriforever1]

The chiclet smile adds to his appeal. If he had a perfect smile, it would be too much for the world to handle.

[@Kashaslove]

@@allisgrace1313 Me too!

[@johncrookston6111]

I still tell tell people about a concert I was at blossom music center in Cuyahoga falls Ohio Your daddy blew my head away he was such a showman absolutely the best concert I've ever seen in my life I will never forget it And as a singer-songwriter guitar player solo artist myself James Taylor was my inspiration And now thanks to Leland sklar and his KZbin videos I get to hear all the wonderful backstories of life on the road with James Taylor I would call you a fortunate son

[@chuckdaly3164]

Now we get to see the son of two of my most enjoyed performers back when I was his age! Thank You that was beautiful what a incredible young man!! Now I’ve got to find his music!!!!!!!!!

[@lindagrant2135]

Imagine having to follow those two, but Ben is magical too.

[@janejohnstone5795]

He is handsome...got the best of both parents....nice man...

[@createlovehappy]

I was at Chez Penise in Berkeley one night with my hosts and my parents. And across the room only 12 feet away sat Robin Williams, James Taylor, and you. Laughter and good times is all I witnessed and my parents kept commenting on how much you look like your parents. What a gift to have that kind of creative relationship with your mother and your songwriting. The music your parents made was the soundtrack that played in our home as I grew up.

[@ronniecraft3895]

well said Ben , your mom ,and dad are both deep ,and beautiful gifted artist , and you too !!!

[@HellwinkleMusic]

Ben Was Lucky To Have A Huge Hearted Mother.

[@anitaclarke3795]

Your one handsome and fortunate human being .. I had never seen you before. They both did magic all the way around. Thanks love !

[@karladuncan4026]

Wow! I love both your parents! So great! God bless everyone and everything!

[@NewYawkahBroad]

What a truly wonderful legacy to give your children

[@elizabeththornhill2302]

What a great job they both did raising a fine young man. It’s so nice to see a man who respects his parents, regardless of how flawed they are.

[@davidfryer9359]

This poor fellow was born with no real choices of his own genetically. His parents are legends of poetry and sound. And they are two of the most beautiful beings on earth. Ben Taylor is a living image of what made his parents extraordinary. What a good looking man. How very nice to be genetically gifted. All three are very easy on the eyes.

[@aslmad1]

Poor? No one had choice genetically

[@davidfryer9359]

@@aslmad1Ann my dear girl, don't take things so literally. Of course one has no choice when it comes to genetics. And we know he is not poor. He , you, nor I weren't born making choice and decisions on our own. But he was endowed with genetic traits of facial features and the proclivity to excell in music. The traits WERE inherent from his parents. He was ot given a choice. I hope that cleared things up a bit. Lighten up a little...life is too short to sweat the minutia. Its all minutia.

[@aslmad1]

@@davidfryer9359 you just are saying nothing but hey do you

[@aslmad1]

@@davidfryer9359 i mean genetically gifted says it all

[@aslmad1]

You’re Awsome!

[@chronicstitcher7933]

Your father IS an amazing performer. Saw him in concert in Hampton Roads VA in 1990, it was completely awesome.

[@TJ-di1iq]

I saw him perform with his dad in Nashville in the late 90's. I can't believe how much he looks like his dad. Such a smart young man also.

[@melissalove2463]

He’s a perfect combination of both of his parents !

[@Aurora-mw1bz]

Sweet Sweet Man, so handsome, speaks like a fresh breeze, and so Loving!❤It's such a pleasure to hear him speak. We Love his fabulous folks as well!!

[@dorinc6033]

His parents must be so proud to have a son like him. Such a pleasure to listen to him.

[@ivyc3500]

James has a voice of an Angel & Carly is Amazing & you young man are a Blessing. Wonder job your parents did.

[@kiriforever1]

Ben is so very handsome. He did inherit his moma’s mouth.

[@Luv2u01]

Amazing complex family. They’re all gifted in there own ways and use their talents well. Lots of respect for them.

[@johntatum8088]

So great that Ben loves and respects his parents...of course, they are both great artists.

[@TheDetroitblack]

James Taylor is a cold piece of work y'all,I dig this Cat!!👑 He's fantastic One of a kind,I love this man's music🎵🎶his voice and the respect he carries for his own parents,these young folks need to pick this up and wear it💖

[@brianruskin9241]

Wow we should all be so blessed, to have the relationship this guy has with both of his parents, to be like him about how comfortable he is with himself. Wow!!!

[@MaryMRevis]

WOW this man is a DOLL. He sounds like and looks like his dad and I see his mom in him too!. What an intelligent sweet being he is. I'm sure both his parents are VERY proud of him and his respect, admiration and love he has for them.

[@markthompson4804]

Ben Taylor is an amazing singer and songwriter who I admire a product of a great heritage from his extremely talented and great parents but who has come into his own in his music

[@mes3387]

Wow. Great interview what a wonderful human being he is.

[@NormalizeCriticalThinking]

He's so sweet and says such nice things about his parents!

[@sylvesterbestertester1013]

I met Ben about 25 yrs ago in a BJJ class in NJ. He was very guarded about who he was, but once everyone knew who he was, it was pretty much ignored and he was like any other student there. Think that's all he wanted.

[@myhappynest6125]

He was given a lot of love, guidance, and as much time as his parents could. Great job James and Carly🥰

[@Raven135]

Such a beautiful poetic man! I guess we couldn't expect anything but...Thank you for this upload!💜🎤🎵🎼🔦🎶

[@MaxineGuess]

He reminds me more of his mom! He has musical talents from both. What a gift!

[@barbarabonnette2705]

What a beautiful thing for a Son to share about his Mom and Dad. He’s a smart and articulate young man.

[@afriend621]

What a precious testament Ben made to his much loved and adored parents.

[@Momma2Di4]

I heard a live broadcast of Ben's recent performance in Nashville, and I was impressed at his ability as a storyteller...he has a speaking voice that is mesmerizing, but he is also very eloquent in his delivery of a story. He seems mature beyong his years.

[@SparkyCola3]

What a lovely vid ^_^ Ben is an exceptional songwriter, his lyrics are beautiful - I love the entire family and their music. His obvious love for his parents, especially his mum, is just heart-warming and awesome ^_^

[@jkwhite1692]

Ben you have a very special Family...U been Blessed..With theses parents..God bless you.

[@erniholt9357]

So grounded in reality....rare and admirable.👍✨✌️

[@JamesTKirkCobain]

I remember when Carly was pregnant with Ben she jokingly said "This kid is gonna have one hell of a voice" and she was right! LOL! I mean really, Carly Simon and James Taylor how could he not.

[@knotheadusc]

The man is so talented all on his own. It must be tiresome to be compared to his parents all the time. But I'm glad he has so much respect for his parents. That's very refreshing!

[@Lavendergirls]

Love your Parents, Love your voice, even named my daughter after your mother. Such amazing talent. Got to see you in Spokane with your Dad in concert. Keep up the good work. Huge fan here! Blessings, Patty

[@fieldagent59isintheforest32]

glad to hear that Ben is a level headed young man from the comments here..... sounds like he deserved to hit the genetic jackpot... will have to check out his music on the tube...

[@toddboden972]

He's literally has the best of both worlds!! Respect young man!

[@johnd2371]

Very interesting interview. Thank you for sharing.

[@maryswanson9982]

Wow! Somebody showing the love and admiration he feels for his parents is so very refreshing!

[@doloresarispe9247]

Boy l just love to hear a child talking about their parents with such grace and respect! Parents must be very proud of their son!

[@brownstoned74]

I do see the resemblance to JT and Carly Simon. He seems to have some traits of each. He also looks like a young Abraham Lincoln. That is rare.

[@kiriforever1]

I was right with you, until you threw Abe Lincoln into the mix. 😂

[@anniejo1355]

@@kiriforever1 yup, it’s all fun and games until Abe Lincoln shows up!🤣🤣🤣

[@kiriforever1]

@@anniejo1355 : 😂😂😂

[@scotth5237]

You have taken advice and that is fantastic

[@barrvason5431]

Smart guy. Great to see the off-spring of stars be so well spoken and thoughtful. I wish we had more people like him amongst us.

[@shihlin1]

Both his parents are great songwriters. JT's songs esp has withstood time very well. In fact, they're timeless; sounds as relevant today as 40-50 yrs ago. "If I Keep My Heart Out of Sight" is my fave! Ben is a very grounded individual, knows people will forever compare him to his parents and seems accepting of that. I haven't heard him sing, but I'm sure he'll go down his own road . Much success in your travels !

[@maryburkhardt8716]

What I have heard James Taylor say about himself is that a lot of things worked out for him. Because he suffered so badly from depression, he wrote songs that would make you feel better. It worked in bringing him huge success. Having people like Carol King as great friends helped, too. He is one of my very favorite artists.

[@salterrae2525]

So good looking. He inherited talent from both legendary parents. Even his speaking voice sounds great.

[@applejellypucci]

I see Carly when I look at his eyes. Very wonderful young man.

[@hawaiianessence]

Awww 🥰 my heart ♥️ the way he loves his parents 🥲🥰♥️👌🏻

[@208cindygirl]

As a child in the 60's and teen/adult in the 70's,I fell in love with BOTH your parents music. Your dad, seemed more available than your mom, and their styles of presentation were very different. You are a blessed man to have both these power-houses as your parents! Please don't make me choose my favorite!

[@Ellenweiss1]

He certainly is a combination of both of them physically!!! That interview was cool to hear!!

[@MsMINDYLEE]

HES GORGEOUS....AND GREAT VOICE MMMHMM..

[@karenbrandenberger517]

You are awesome the way YOU are Ben.

[@Patric076]

He seems like a really nice down to Earth guy. His parents did a good job raising him.

[@tomvera10]

Ben you are a lucky man. 60's dynasty. Best era for the original troubadours. Protest songs , what a legacy ! Best folk guitar guru's of all time. Hard to believe the quality of the songwriting of that era. Unbelievable so much gold was laid down back then.