Iggy Pop, godfather of punk, on new album "Free," dad's final words to him

For more than 50 years, Iggy Pop has cemented his status as the godfather of punk. He is best known for his wild and often unpredictable on-stage antics. The rock legend is back with his 18th solo album, “Free.” Anthony Mason spoke to the iconic rocker about his journey.
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[@tudormiller8898]

Oh man. This guy is so iconic, talking about his parents, and how he still feels about them. So humble.

[@SuperAnimelover100]

He touched me speaking about his Father !

[@tessdion7211]

I absolutely love this man.

[@thespringishere1540]

Iggy is so present, so forward looking yet at ease with his history. Open, honest. sincere. Love him.

[@mariaandreasen696]

AWW.. The pain in his eyes when he talked about his father.. you can tell by that look, that he really loved his father.. 💞 bless him.. 🥰

[@Pepik]

Interviewer shouldnt laugh when he says about Vietnam.

[@noneofyourbusiness4595]

A father's love means the whole world to broken young men.

[@mariaandreasen696]

@Iggy Pop Thank you sir.. But I don't have any of those.. I only use messenger.. I'm slightly old school when it comes to social media.. 😅

[@johnstewart2981]

@Iggy Pop bruh this is such clearly a fake account lmfao

[@indomiepanggang4258]

What happened with his dad?

[@timesupgr.8471]

Iggy is probably the most humble& genuine rock star ever. He’s a guy who’s blend in in any crowded bar and just hang out. Another Detroit legend. Every interview I’ve ever seen is amazing. He’s so intelligent and at ease with who he truly is.

[@TrishDigginsDesign]

Iggy. Highly underrated. Wildly ahead of his time.

[@smkxodnwbwkdns8369]

He was underrated? He’s one of the most highly rated musicians of the last century. He’s credited with spawning a music genre that had mainstream impact worldwide (punk), stage diving, and critics and musicians alike highly rate him as well as being incredibly influential.

[@amandamorgan2802]

Who can forget 'I'm bored' ? Loved it.

[@3ver4fter53]

People use words they don't know the meaning of. Or they don't think before they write... Might be a bit of both...

[@eargasm1072]

I had the pleasure of shaking hands and meeting the Ig in Miami in attendance at Churchill's bar where he was performing at a video shoot for his new single...he's the real deal, a genuine authentic "dude"

[@dourtandouar1318]

and this dude abides!

[@hadeedosani]

Legend at a legendary Miami venue

[@merricc6911]

A great performer. As a suburban Detroiter, I’m glad he’s always kept his Detroit grit and accent.

[@ChicagoRob2]

I saw Iggy and the Stooges right after Funhouse. It was a mind-blowing experience I’ll never forget.

[@bullittvolante8215]

The guys an absolute legend, very humble and very likeable.

[@diggerthegroundhog8799]

I love Iggy Pop. Since 1977 there is no other person in rock who moves me as Iggy does.

[@annecaro.3956]

same here !!

[@gerardpardon4280]

I really like it when Michigan iguana advertises Le Bon Coin . . .

[@tessdion7211]

Same!🎉

[@sontinos528]

So moving when he talks about his father.

[@flsandye4639]

I saw Iggy and the Stooges back in 1970 in Birmingham, Michigan, and can't help but chuckle to myself knowing that I was into punk, and didn't even know it. What an icon he is!! Keep on rockin' Iggy!!!

[@flsandye4639]

@Iggy Pop Sorry....but this is not your post, its CBS This Mornings post. I cannot believe you are who you are (posting your phone number???) so please don't reply back to this post.

[@leahflower9924]

That's peanut butter!

[@elainelingenfelter6140]

Thank you for sharing. I wish my dad would do the same. I so look up to you. I'm 62. Old lady nobody can see. I see 👀 you and you make me smile.

[@GrantTarredus]

Elaine, hello! Will you pardon me if I differ with you on two points? First, you aren’t old. And secondly, I can see you. But we each look up to Iggy Pop!

[@jamesagwe2981]

Iggy is my hero

[@rools2roolsproject325]

He is everyone's hero

[@realmcoy4696]

@@rools2roolsproject325 Not mine my heroe is Ozzy🤘🤘

[@dirtroad4229]

Iggy Pop is a child molester and anyone who thinks he's a hero is a sick POS

[@vincegedeon6583]

@@realmcoy4696 Thats a 💯too!

[@emander8340]

My first tattoo was Iggy. Absolute legend. A gentle soul.

[@bornwithbsguards]

Iggy is down to earth! Love this interview!

[@theblissfulinterzone7510]

This man is a legend, a great lyricist, a beautifully insane personality, he's humble and most of all he's a survivor

[@timtonner946]

Nicely stated. 👍

[@Muhdah1972]

Yes he's experienced a lot but he's down to earth and I sometimes forget that part. I love to watch him, listen to his music and interviews. Most in awe no of his friendship with David Bowie. That's too much coolness.

[@leahflower9924]

I'm from new York area and I love how king of punks is from the Midwest

[@raulruiz9676]

Iggy is the king, it took time but it’s great to see he is receiving the respect he deserves, even from mainstream media

[@tickedoffnow]

American Legend God Bless him ❤

[@oppositeofh8]

iggy is epic. i'm 58 & been a fan for most of my life. i love that man & all he's brought to the world.

[@LG-dj9qr]

My Iggy concerts are some of my greatest Highlights of my club days. He is an extraordinary performer.

[@elainelingenfelter6140]

He's so cute. Nobody can be him. Love him for being original ❤️.

[@Markohietalaofficial57]

🤘🏻🤘🏻🎤🎤💖

[@themayorofdipshittery3646]

Absolute legend that never conformed to anyone else’s type.

[@bonesc7201]

What a great person and boo to the naysayers back in the day!!! Very inspirational to the young musicians...

[@majesticseal759]

Man🙏 love your'e spirit Iggy🌎🔨

[@kulesa]

he sang and jumped for the whole show , so did we. iggy is THE treasure.

[@Markohietalaofficial57]

🤘🏻🤘🏻🎤🎤💖

[@mrjustinesquer]

"Though i recognize his quailty." Such a diplomatic answer.

[@BornOfAsh]

I can't believe he's 72 in this.... that's amazing.

[@dourtandouar1318]

I cry whenever I hear another guy talking nicely about his Dad.

[@MrEracer007]

Love you Iggy! Man is a legend.

[@woolseyallen1048]

Iggy is unique in so many different ways.

[@deansarkela917]

Just before I watched this video, I watched a video of Iggy on David Letterman in 1982. He mentioned to Dave that he gets to play golf with his dad 8 weeks out of the year during his breaks from touring and how he enjoys that time with him.

[@williamwinn1215]

I had Mr. Osterberg for English in High School in the mid-seventies. The story at the time was that if you mentioned Iggy to him, then he would flunk you. I think this is sort of what Iggy was talking about when he said his Dad was squaring things with him. I don't think his Dad was on-board with his career as the Godfather of Punk.

[@louiseetherson1455]

feel so sorry for the kids who didn't grow up in his time, music great then, and absolutely crap now. To be a kid through punk and beyond was sooooooo much fun, energy and rebellion. Thanks Iggy and pals.

[@floepiejane]

I just saw him live, and he was incredible. Go see him!

[@stabysfavorites2080]

I love the man, I love his music. Great interview, thanks.

[@kahaki]

the limelight of love and acceptance...eternally. Love always.

[@JStarStar00]

Actually, there are times that Iggy does sound somewhat like Neil Diamond.

[@carlosbarrea-martinez-dyer311]

He's a cool guy, he's in such great shape.

[@lucydoran2470]

What a man, much respect to him.

[@Markohietalaofficial57]

🤘🏻🤘🏻🎤🎤💖

[@happynappydrj5238]

Anthony Mason, I miss you! Your enthusiasm and love for music are necessary. I hope that you are enjoying having more free time, but please know that you are deeply missed.

[@kingbopit9318]

This man is a legend. May his legacy live forever

[@BushCampingTools]

A true music legend! Wild America!

[@dynjarren8355]

I was never a fan of his but I’m glad he survived and he’s in a good place. He seems happy. He could have easily been another Rock casualty.

[@rebeccaketner816]

What a darling man. Go Iggy!

[@Markohietalaofficial57]

🤘🏻🤘🏻🎤🎤💖

[@madyogi6164]

Thank you Iggy for all your effort!

[@lizbourn4192]

.Jim Osterberg is a legend - long live Iggy ❤️❤️

[@Markohietalaofficial57]

🤘🏻🤘🏻🎤🎤💖

[@benben-sl7hi]

Iggy is so damn awesome! One of a kind!!❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@johnnymossville]

awwww. Iggy, that moment about Dad got me.

[@ivanterrible7362]

The best live show I've ever seen was Iggy. The second best was Iggy. Third goes to P-Funk. The rest of the top ten are all Iggy.

[@dougwilliamson174]

Growing up in Detroit,Iggy was a hero to me.One of the first times I saw the Stooges he dove right on top of me and I went down and cracked my head and saw stars. For some reason I have loved Iggy ever since.He was rock n roll mayhem that became known as punk rock.We both survived Detroit in 60s and 70s and I feel akin to him...thanks for the memories and the music.

[@amandamorgan2802]

Doug,are you okay?

[@floepiejane]

totally based

[@YouzTube99]

05:47 Actually, he would break glass on stage and dive into it and/or grab shards and cut himself. No boundaries, no limits.

[@Flyingtaco82]

Love him so much! Still full of charisma, and his eyes twinkle! ❤

[@eugenestandingbear6516]

Love your reactions .

[@greyone40]

"Most likely to succeed." Well, that prediction was right.

[@lucymeltsmyheart844]

Right on iggy you’re a legend!

[@nancy4980]

Iggy, we are lucky and blessed to have had Dads like ours. I could not hold my Father's hand when he died of COVID. But, I know I will always be his little girl. I LOVE YOU DAD! ❤ ¡TE QUIERO Y TE EXTRAÑO PA' ❤!

[@Markohietalaofficial57]

🤘🏻🤘🏻🎤🎤💖

[@crimsonfancy]

father / son dynamic. Is this what's missing? Absolutely.

[@lelaine61]

🤩Awesome Interview👍

[@krisscanlon4051]

On Sunday morning show on CBS...crazy the times changed...aww Iggy got emotional

[@lindacarol122]

Such a lovely man...

[@Markohietalaofficial57]

🤘🏻🤘🏻🎤🎤💖

[@angierucker5505]

I adore Iggy!!!!

[@Markohietalaofficial57]

@🤘🏻🤘🏻🎤🎤💖

[@djmylesmatisse]

Great interview! There's only one Iggy!!!!

[@paullupton9326]

Love Iggy Pop. Could listen to him chat for hours.

[@marsy1480]

So charismatic 😍

[@lawrencewarren7254]

Bless him.... Total Legend!

[@LG-dj9qr]

Some of my most fond memories are grooving in small venues with Iggy. Shocking I Wanna Be Your Dog was recorded in 1969. Father of Punk.

[@SmellMyFace]

Iggy is a legend and always will be!

[@stevenpivornik9982]

Never EVER, for as long as I've known Iggy, never seen him choke up or tear up like he did here about his father, and you can tell there was a lot of gap filling to be done between the two, only in the end, his father praising him that he actually became and accomplished something.

[@user-rc4og6te5g]

Please give Iggy a medal. He is a legend!

[@Pedroisanickname]

I'm no doctor, but I think scoliosis has set in as evident by his latent posture. Love you Iggy. CBS Sunday Morning is such a gem.

[@cynthiastorer1230]

So cool Iggy Pop free as ever...

[@timur6444]

Great man😀

[@WillieDuitt1]

"Where does the blood come from" she said. "The veins" should have been the answer.

[@zzzzimmers5046]

Willie Duitt that lady cant even imagine someone cutting themselves on stage during a show 😂

[@themaggattack]

@@aavantibeauty It's not her age. She's younger than Iggy Pop.

[@wtravers326]

I just love this guy!! Nothing fake about him.

[@piffpaff9674]

Just a loveable guy, that exceptional Stage animal!

[@tarantulagirl3961]

Such a great man and he looks better than ever.

[@brandonchavarria1724]

Seeing iggy tear up was just 😢

[@mariacmar1778]

Te adoro, Iggy Pop. ¡Eres único!

[@Markohietalaofficial57]

🤘🏻🤘🏻🎤🎤💖

[@edwingomez5442]

Siii nadie lo podrá igualar 🤘🔥❤️

[@brucelee4996]

Anthony Mason/Iggy Pop: two icons.

[@tvc515]

And the raw power that is Iggy, will live on!

[@leogelderland4533]

Fathers & Sons.... great interview, although the interviewer shouldn't have had to ask 'and what does that mean to you?' but i guess that's television for you. milk that emotion, recurgitate and emphasise it. good to see Iggy's so balanced now, pretty much on top of things. he's a unique performer, a great writer and a wonderful human being. and last June he was back at stage-diving too ;-)

[@ivankaramasov]

An intelligent and extremely likable guy.

[@donbrashsux]

A Rockn Roll Icon Period

[@terryamstutz2028]

Cool interview.

[@Markohietalaofficial57]

🤘🏻🤘🏻🎤🎤💖

[@SFVGIRL]

How is it possible for us to love Iggy more?! ❤❤❤

[@tessdion7211]

I love him so much, I almost can't handle it.

[@arktos298]

Thanks! It's not antics it's art.

[@janetcoleman3366]

Im close to his age,but ive never heard of him. I must say looks like i missed out on this guy.. Thats a shame.. He seems wonderful...😁

[@Markohietalaofficial57]

🤘🏻🤘🏻🎤🎤💖

[@tessdion7211]

U can still enjoy him with all the music he has online, utube, interviews, etc! I just discovered him this year and I am crazy in love with him!!

[@davidcoleman1020]

Just awesome! Tender and an American badass...Godspeed...

[@artlover1477]

I will be truly bummed when this man leaves the planet. Keep on keeping on Iggy!

[@monkeysbum999]

His Dad looks a character

[@TheOwlEyes]

Is it just me, or does that high school photo of iggy make him look eerily similar to Ryan Gosling?

[@plasteredbastard]

honestly don't think conventional America will ever understand the man. he's OUR champion and I love him for the audacity and sheer unconventionalism he inspired.

[@ryanmcbride4619]

I love this man

[@mikej5344]

Wow that's amazing I didn't know he was the one who invented the stage Dive

[@YouzTube99]

@Mike Jenkins Iggy smashed the boundaries between performer and audience. Check out this sequence from 1970 where he goes into the crowd and they actually lift him up and hold him over them: kzbin.info/www/bejne/i3e5gayIedJ4kJY

[@CUPCAKESUGARPIE]

🎼🤟♥️♥️♥️🤟🎼 Looove IGGY

[@Markohietalaofficial57]

🤘🏻🤘🏻🎤🎤💖

[@midnightstorm4290]

Iggy pop a legend!!

[@modernmistyk4341]

The man is seventy and looks like he's still in his forties

[@deannawitt9376]

Iggy was very close with his Father. They golfed together. Good interview.

[@Markohietalaofficial57]

🤘🏻🤘🏻🎤🎤💖

[@WhenHariMetKari]

I love you man.