Frankie DiVita interviews Chris Cornell of Soundgarden/Audioslave

[@FLNYgirl1980]

Holy shit! An interviewer that actually lets him speak and finish a thought! RIP Chris!! 💔💫

[@BlowUpTheOutsideWorld]

"When we die, there's nothing left, no memories" Maybe not from your side of it, Chris Cornell. But over here, you left a humongous legacy and no one has any intention of ever forgetting you!

[@rolandmenchaca3457]

Cornell was a paradox enigmatic hard to understand, because he was so pure and balanced with an absolute true sense of himself...

[@me_ch0p]

Couldn’t describe him in a most fitting way than that!

[@sandipage9525]

Chris had such a down to Earthness about him..he didnt give a tinkers damn who a celebrity was wearing ...he saw beauty in simplicity..and he said in another interview that Jesus never.talked or taught about war killing people, that Jesus just basically said dont kill people ,love everyone , be kind to everybody and it will all be alright..and in religion that religion shouldnt be telling us WHAT WE COUNDNT DO..Noone should have the right to tell anyone what to do..He made great points, tangible ones..I think he was unearthly ..he definitely believed it had to be something after this life..cause lets face it..this life can be pretty disappointing...Yall be cool , be kind, Love eachother..,help eachother..lets make Chris Cornell look down on us peasants and smile with those gorgeous sapphire eyes..he had..😎😂💋❤📿💋🎶🎼☮🌼🌹⚘🎙🎸🎷

[@Irishmule169]

Psychedelics does that to people.. he talks openly about his earlier experiences with psychedelics and how it changed his life in a positive direction...

[@alext2566]

@@Irishmule169 He never had a really positive stance towards drugs of any sort. Drugs and alcohol were a recurring thing in his life, which is understandable because he obviously has a very busy mind and that can get exhausting after a while. He by no means endorsed them. He was neutral towards LSD and psychedelics. 4th of July is about an acid trip he had. A bad PCP trip he had at 14 left him an absolute nervous wreck for over two years, and likely affected him for far longer. Possibly the remainder of his life. Psychedelics and dissociatives amplify your emotional headspace, and expose your suppressed insecurities. They are a rollercoaster of intense emotion that you have little control over. If you aren't in a good headspace you are going to have a really bad time. Like PTSD and recurring nightmares bad. They are not to be taken lightly. Chris was never a particularly cheerful guy, and PCP is a ridiculously powerful dissociative, with an insanely long half life of two days, not to mention it alters your perception of time. An hour can feel like a day. You can see where this is going. Bad, bad, bad time.

[@cyackulic]

@@alext2566 Watching his interviews (in addition of course to his performances) he was incredibly thoughtful and perceptive about a lot of things but he was also so articulate, much more so than almost any of his peers. He spoke in long, complete, organized sentences and paragraphs, in a very true and real and authenticate way. His loss is our loss, he had so much creative life and beautiful work still to do.

[@danielkelley7548]

There were many times, during my depressed adolescence, when Chris Cornell's voice was my only comfort. RIP songbird.

[@adeliahogarth2407]

Chris points out that music takes him to another universe, no matter if he sings solo or in a band. For many years he has shared this universe with us through his amazing music, voice, and words, enriching our lives.

[@TimaeusCR]

I've never seen him talk so much. Good to hear!

[@Hanger18inotoomuch]

Awwhhhh He has ADHD like me !

[@leicestergirl63]

Laura Kelly: Exactly. Chris was talkative here and at times he seemed quite energized, but at other times he seemed to me a bit tired when he was talking to her. He was a very intelligent, thoughtful man and in all the interviews I've seen of him he was very considerate and not off-hand or above himself, which was the opposite of how many celebrities seem to be. Even if he was bored and sick of being asked the same questions in endless interviews, tired of doing the promotional stuff for his albums and tours, I doubt very much he would have shown that to the interviewers and would have been polite and tried to give his best, even if he was feeling crappy. This interview in particular breaks my heart - he was so sweet, genuine and ''normal', yet he seemed vulnerable and in need of being able to live a normal, happy life away from the media circus and spotlight. Unfortunately though, I don't think his wife would have been happy not having lots of public attention and I think he did whatever he could to please her and give her what she wanted.

[@nikkisinns]

Laura Kelly or he could just be in a good mood

[@dlynn101]

he talks a lot. you haven't seen enough interviews

[@undertoes]

he was a smart guy

[@NOMcSame08]

Wow, what a tragic loss. I cried at the end of this interview because of his brilliance and humanity. Be more like Chris, people.

[@cyackulic]

Wow, your comment is right on. Thank you.

[@NOMcSame08]

@@cyackulic Of course. Thank you for saying so. I never knew him personally but I grew up with his music and I really connect with him and his music. I would like to think I am like him in some ways. It still hurts to think he's gone but kind of selfish of me.

[@callofthewintermoon]

Great interview, as always. Chris seems exactly like he always was in most interviews....sane, deep thinker and never afraid to express himself. Since his death, it seems people try to pick his words and demeanor apart. Trying to read between the lines when in fact, there are no such lines. I will never understand anyone who clings on to every word spoken, every lyric sung by Chris as if it were his 30 year career suicide letter!

[@cyackulic]

Exactly. He said as much in many interviews!

[@RichardFriendartist]

can't stop thinking about this guy but can't bring myself to watch these...yet I keep seeking them out. Been on pintrest and google just downloading tons of cool pics...saving them...trying to make sense of this...which I am afraid I never will be able too.

[@christinahurst8827]

Me too. Thanks for summing it.up

[@theend1199]

Richard Friend you sound like me..and its been 6 months now☹

[@jilursich8674]

me too....I feel the same...way...alot!!

[@kellygreen8882]

The End 💜🖤💙💛❤🌹

[@lynnwinters3777]

Same here, and I do NOT see an end to my seeking my heart's question about his death...still can't hear his voice without tears or chills...

[@sonicjet7759]

Higher Truth = Simple Understanding It is what it is

[@meganrodriguez1086]

Thank you so much for letting him talk. I wish the interview could have been longer. Everyday, I just want more and more of him.

[@mariadotlic5790]

Watching alot of these videos is heartbreaking i still feel this is a dream and hes still with us.

[@shellylavigne5913]

He was a wise, wise soul

[@michaelhickin]

Such a shame to lose this great gentleman.

[@sherylhyatt740]

So sweet so talented. His sound will forever live in lifes garden Rest in Peace Sweet Chris

[@ItsToXley]

It was nice hearing him speak without being cut off or any interruptions. The world lost such a brilliant, creative mind. Rip Chris 💔

[@sygmoore]

I just love to listen to this guy talk 💙

[@lucyfoster4082]

Sounds like what he's talking about is mindfulness.

[@kenzopoe7050]

Listening to Chris's music & interviews, I'm always left feeling sad but yet grateful that he existed.

[@mattdberg889]

Words of extreme wisdom, Chris Cornell the Conveyor of truth. RIP brother , Legends Never Die 🤘🏼

[@chopperocker]

I love you Chris, trying to remain true to your own wave. it's like everything is amazing and everything is nothing all at the same time.

[@dragonclaws9367]

I can see the raging anxiety because I live it. Poor unicorn.All his body language.

[@bernibee4307]

I think having some spirituality in his life could have really helped Chris a lot, depending wholly on people on earth for love and validation can destroy a person. Spirituality helps you find your grounding in self love. He was an amazing artist, may his soul rest in peace x

[@nolenzvolenz]

He seems more manic from other interviews I've seen.

[@vendrachapman8759]

Agree. Something was different that day

[@alanalopez5556]

i miss this man so much

[@123cillitbang]

R. I. P Chris. Thank you for your thoughts and words ❤️❤️❤️

[@danhc859]

pretty sweet her first question. very happy to ear about his songs writing process

[@wfc1987]

Brutal F-bomb at 3:05. Chris gave O fucks

[@NeilAnobaArt]

He says it's not about spirituality but actually what he explains is really what spirituality is about :)

[@jfo3000]

exactly what I thought.

[@hookieaffeldt339]

A Neil Yeah, but he was also kind of saying that most organized religion is bullshit. Sounds like he doesn't believe in an afterlife. Whatever. He was a great musician.

[@billgerazounis5610]

Chris had converted to Greek Orthodox; which is very organized. He just wasn't into phony charlatans. That's all he was saying. His music spoke of God and deep religious yearning quite a bit; as well as being very spiritually deep in general. "Show Me How To Live", "Like A Stone" all had deep religious meaning. It's not a bad thing to be religious; it's bad to use and blame it for atrocious behavior. I personally share Chris' religion, and extremely glad to. RIP Chris, we'll always love you and praise you brother!!!!

[@Reallaw-p8o]

A Neil I would say he cleverly skirted around the spiritual question.. ...He's so not Hollywood...or corrupt celebrity Bullshit...However he was being pushed in that direction by his wife and Mother in law.

[@Reallaw-p8o]

I believe This beautiful man was murdered.

[@rominaantonelli9157]

Congratulations, great interview. Still sad for CC passing, grown up with his voice and lyrics.

[@estefania517]

spot on about reality and spiruality

[@lucmai399]

he´s so adorable here. eternal love for him.

[@lynnwinters3777]

Loud Love, always, Chris 💕

[@bobbiporter5977]

He's saying that children are pure. There is nothing setting them back yet. I understand the listening alone thing too. I used to pull the speakers up on each side of my head and crank the music. I would block out the rest of the world and just take all the music in.

[@andylaw4988]

Talk about a grounded individual. Rare tossed someone of his stature having such a balanced sense of self

[@notan23]

You will allways exist, Chris

[@PeggyR70]

Exactly. Thank you.

[@timurlysenko1906]

Beautiful personality!!!!

[@Tracys_Unicorn_Universe]

Unconditional Love...❤

[@mikewhitney2147]

Great thought processes

[@Juanita_Mundo]

I love you Chris Cornell. I give a fuck about you still. I remember those last tweets before you left this earth. I believe at times you're here in spirit.

[@draganapasti_]

It's pretty amazing the mindset of this wondrous artist &man. He's the Higher truth ♥️🌎

[@rumisfordrinkingnotburning]

this is great... kul interview

[@juttaguettler8874]

FrankieDi Vita - thx - you are the FIRST interviewer i saw who LET THE ARTIST SPEAK AS LONG AS HE WANTS - this is not often !

[@Demention94]

Dude I am dissapointed reading the comments. Sure he drags on..but everything he is saying has actual meaning. Why not talk about meaninful stuff like bannanas and babies lol

[@popadaniel9632]

very interesting man.very

[@emwagner123]

"Fiction, observation and personal experience...." yes

[@TheSESLIFE]

CC lived in the, big picture, right brain creative world. A true artist.

[@atg323bc]

Love you and miss you Chris… best ever.

[@emwagner123]

I love you Chris. And I wish I had been the interviewer here.

[@johnbrown5042]

Wow.i was 5 when man landed on the moon also.his connection with his song righting is amazing if you listen to the lyrics in so many of his great tunes it's obvious he has a deep and meaningful connection whit himself. That I wish I had or could develop somehow but I sure it's something that u either have or u dont..R.I.P Chris I will continue to listen to the masterpieces of music u call life

[@Simon-pl2zi]

Frankie you are such a great interviewer, and I mean that in a big way. You seem to be able to pull the introverted artist out of their shell. How do you do it...what is your secret?

[@riptomydeadhomies]

hes so young. looks younger than 40 yr olds. words cant explain how much I admire this guy. his social interactions take so much courage. I have so much hard time speaking with others and hearing someone as good as chris just expressing himself gives me so much confidence. I literally learned to sing just because of him.

[@OGGOAT23]

Chris was a deep thinker. Would've loved to talk to him..flannel looks good

[@endokrin7897]

The thumbnail for this video is so sad; The look on Chris's face. He looks depressed and hopeless. I know it's just a 'random' snapshot of an actual video, and sometimes our faces get caught in weird positions, but he looks miserable. Seems like it has more meaning, ever since we found out how much he suffered through his lifetime. 😥 Say hello to heaven.

[@blasterkid2014]

nice interview. he was chatty ;) you'd have never got that back in the 90's :)

[@kslucki]

He was so introverted, deep in both cerebral processing as well as in spiritual sense, that having moments like these, where he opens up was perceived as a surprise.. This is all his internal monologue, being vocalized. He was such a sensitive soul. May he rest in peace.

[@RichardFriendartist]

oh yeah totally. trust me I am a HUGE fan (same poster as "blasterkid" just a different username) but interviews like this were so difficult to get back then and as a gigantic fan since around 1988-89...I was always trying to learn more about the band. rest in peace Chris...you will be so missed. :(

[@Trainy2]

I find most of his interviews very honest and open in recent years. He really seemed to be in a good place, which is why it was so shocking.

[@danielle5980]

Totally agree with you sprdvx

[@cateellington4081]

Sprdvx- hmmm. I don't know. He rarely looked at her during the interview. He sounds like he's winging it. I think much of it is sad. And again he seems to at times try to present like substance abuse was not a thing in his life. I find this deeply sad at times. When you've bn thru rehab and you know how bad drug abuse is- and you've fallen back into it- it is deeply depressing and you feel hopeless and I think there's a desperation in this interview. I hope this sweet boy is in peace now.

[@nicetalkintoya]

Seems like Chris had issues with religions or philosophies, basically man-made institutions which preach about the "correct way" to live or what happens after death (which no living person can know). And, he (rightly) had disdain for charlatans. The fascinating thing is he was talking about the essence of true spirituality (imo), the kind which has nothing do with labels or doctrines, a natural spirituality, which basically is the deep and intuitive connection to the wholeness of life and awe at the mystery and miracle of reality / creation itself. There is no separation between the banana he referenced and the is-ness or spirit or whatever you want to call it which makes that banana possible. And, it seems he understood that on some level.

[@sygmoore]

Seems like he knew some of the crap ppl talk about and do in the name of religion is full of crap and makes no sense. The things people worship and seek out like being adored for being on the red carpet and the pettiness of what they eat and wear was hollow and meaningless. He was clearly searching for a higher power and had yet to find it.

[@Pixiedusttina]

@Nicetalkintonya I agree completely. My thoughts exactly. I'm a spiritual person and often ppl confuse this with religious organization system.

[@leahflower9924]

i sound corny but i totally feel like a female version of chris i think the problem is the inability to stop questioning everything and why things are the way they are. he wouldn't leave the house when he was a teen same with me.

[@crishowson9139]

Myself am left with the conclusion that ultimately I existentialism is the only description left 👈

[@robertpattinson2065]

This is Chris when wired on pills, overly talkative when normally he's somewhat of an introvert

[@drethomas72]

He was prophetic!

[@TheKitchenerLeslie]

Never going to believe Chris Cornell murdered Chris Cornell. So #GFYS!

[@kipster]

his wife probably pushed him into it, hopefully if she did she wont get away with it.

[@billiemook]

^^^ Scumbag

[@kellygreen8882]

😁 miss u always

[@PeggyR70]

"We wouldnt do it if it wasnt the same people. Ever. " I both love the hell out of this comment and hate it in a heart-broken way :'( They were loyal to each other and still are.

[@pineapplepeanuts]

Interviewer: Um....Higher Truth? Cornell: That's right, you got it right! Translation: Great, another interviewer who doesn't know the first thing about the subject of their interview.

[@ridethepace6005]

He was sooo fuckin high here. True.

[@epicurus2169]

2:37 - 3:06

[@highcurrent1125]

Great interview! ...ask a question and let him go! You could tell he appreciated it and gained momentum.

[@WildSkyMtn]

What's weird about life is some people paid thousands of dollar to see him up close perform. And if he were playing on a street corner some people would walk by without giving a nickel. If this interview was indicative of his inner monologue, we are lucky he stuck around as long as he did. You can't think so much. Not unless you are going to be a Buddhist monk.

[@mariajosevargas5494]

Unforgettable Chriss! :(

[@draganapasti_]

Sorry, forgot to add I adore this beautiful man 💥⚡✨

[@sbangel3439]

Chris was so careful with his words at the end of this interview. then this empty stare took him over. what was that. worried maybe he spoke the wrong thing about the last topic or pondering if he spoke enuff.?

[@DuspHasInfluenza]

The awkwardness is undeniably obvious when he spoke about what helped him write and slipped up saying sometimes substance "if it doesn't kill you or harm" then eyes open up and bites his lip. And also the foundation talk..he knew by then that VK had stolen the money or was suspicious about it..that's why he played down the effort put in.."I'm not carrying a load of bricks up a hill" and that he was just doing what he loved singing and was going to do it anyway that night so why not donate it to helping others, the homeless or the kids...Chris was very uncomfortable and anxious answering about that Charity. Remember C.C wrote Murderer of blue sky for VK and the other satanists on his solo work.

[@rolandmenchaca3457]

YOU were the best!

[@leocadena6844]

Greatly missed.

[@drethomas72]

"If it helps you, but doesn't kill you, then whatever..." 😞

[@oreoplayzz2760]

He did a wonderful interview, very well spoken, hot, smart man! The interviewer however could have done a better job! I mean it's Chris Cornell

[@natanmandala]

Absolutely agree with what he says on spirituality. It's almost just like a filler word to cover up for real reality, and what goes on here and now...SBN RESONATE

[@rolandmenchaca3457]

A man never conformed to robotic Insanity, compromising simplistic Strength within Raw Truth!

[@nebulaneka8946]

When he speaks, his mind is so profound, that it's a lot and his demeanor is that of an erratic kid.

[@marylupo3656]

A long rambling way of saying to her Higher Truth is just that, simply read the lyrics!!! He's telling it like it is... His truth, his higher truth...

[@jesicalipari5192]

"Could he be more perfect? I still lose myself in his eyes..."

[@LadySpace_888]

Smart answers to terrible questions.

[@BlowUpTheOutsideWorld]

Chris mentioned dying twice in this 16-minute interview.

[@silasreis1628]

wow the woman is actually holding a 955 kgs microphone?strong asf

[@shakesdug]

I was absolutely crushed by his suicide. It hit me harder than it ever should have. But me being an alcoholic and trying to hide it for so many years I can clearly see he is messed up during this interview. He's all over the place. I assume pills. I watched one of his last performances on some late night show for the song "The Promise" and somebody made a comment about how skinny he looked and hoped drugs weren't an issue. Within a month he was gone. Sucks so much that he's gone.

[@kimerleviccaro1957]

Does that mean he was having trouble eating so he lost weight. I love him too.

[@kimerleviccaro1957]

I wish he could have just gone to bed that night or called 911 for help. My brother died all alone at 37. He was an alcoholic.

[@yeeerrrrrrr]

Seven years

[@aliveinlight6604]

Seemed like he didn't want to be interviewed and was subtly trying to end it.

[@sonicjet7759]

GOD BLESS YOU CHRIS CORNELL :( YOU WILL BE MISSED I HOPE IN ANOTHER LIFE, YOU WILL COME BACK LIKE JESUS CHRISTS AND SAVE THE WHOLE WORLD FROM WHATEVER

[@rolandmenchaca3457]

He was F- ing spread thin!

[@symphonyinkart]

When he talks he seems much happier. The snap shot of this with the interviewer, he looks miserbale to be there hhaa

[@firstnamelastname9485]

I thought the same thing but then he surprisingly chipper in the open

[@cremetangerine82]

As an introvert, sometimes you just “tap out” after a certain point in social situations. Chris may have reached that point of “this is exhausting”.

[@joeambrose3260]

Whenever I see a banana , I think of Chris

[@kimerleviccaro1957]

Now I will too. It’s the first I’ve seen this interview.

[@karuonline3294]

Lol ..yeah

[@jimmyfreeman5235]

WOW.

[@wadebond7679]

Why at 16 minutes is he talking in reference of his distant future...hmmm

[@lucyfoster4082]

What is the stuntman thing she is talking about?

[@joan1594]

The music video for Nearly Forgot My Broken Heart

[@sonicjet7759]

Never ask Chris Cornell about anything spiritual, hes into reality

[@flopimus]

he seems cool as fidduck!

[@idesignz426]

he wrote SuperUnKnown! Totally n Spiritual!;)PEACE

[@Raddrizz]

1st it steals your mind and then it steals your soul.

[@indydude3367]

Sounds like he's been reading Rousseau.

[@lizdonnelly7921]

he was so good looking, he always seems kinda a little angry, a bit all over the place sorry the substance did kill 8.39 minutes in

[@Pixiedusttina]

So true!!!

[@DuspHasInfluenza]

No..he was given THE substance that made him weaker to be killed.

[@thosebastards8112]

I get the feeling in this interview Chris doesn't believe drugs are bad... as long as it doesn't kill you (in moderation).

[@realkreek8675]

yeah, totally tripping. so true what he is saying. deep.

[@hungryhiker800]

that was the best