Ringo Starr on Paul McCartney’s Genius, Writing Octopus’ Garden High & The Beatles Farting Habits

[@patton303]

If you know Ringo’s story, he spent most of his childhood with health problems. Spending almost a year in the hospital at one point. And to see him going strong at his age and with such joy and happiness is just astonishing. How can you not love Ringo?

[@LucasPenido]

You nailed it! So inspirational!

[@Christopher-ii6tr]

Yes Ringo nearly died quite a few times in his early childhood. It is hard to believe with all the energy he exudes. Even with years of smoking cigarettes and cannabis. Also singing his voice is more clear and smooth than anybody his age out of that music age of the first British music invasion.

[@ftoniaromano6480]

I do love Ringo. I won 4 free tickets to see the Beatles at the old Shea Stadium. It was the most exciting event in life and I’m now 72! I was a true Beatlemaniac! Perfect age!

[@leeosmond9217]

I know. You'd never know

[@robwebnoid5763]

That makes sense in some divine providence way in where a young person with many maladies will be blessed & rewarded with a nice life near the end of his life after all that. And also not look that old either, heh.

[@joeybader8342]

I don't think I've ever seen an 81 year-old look, move, or act like that. The man time forgot. Well done, Ringo!

[@williambault2469]

how true !

[@jamesalexander5623]

And he was a Caveman at one time!

[@fazole]

Because it's not him. It's an actor. He doesn't know how many chords in Ocopusses' Garden and doesn't move like an 81 yr old man.

[@MrSean03839]

@@fazole New Q like cult forming, this one could be called R for Ringo. The cults and conspiracy theory nuts are as entertaining as any comedy act!

[@lukedguy1253]

@@fazole babe wake up paul is dead 2 just dropped

[@ThinkLascivious]

Can you imagine how much life this guy has seen? He's seen it all and done it all... for decades.

[@GrantTarredus]

You got that right! No, I can not imagine.

[@HardRockMaster7577]

He's forgotten more life than many of you will ever live...

[@GrantTarredus]

@@HardRockMaster7577 Most assuredly.

[@manveermathur1813]

I imagine the same thing about him and Paul!!! If only I could see and experience what he has seen and experienced

[@shoWbitz]

Yes. And also, he might invented the "selfie" in 1964.

[@coldeb8911]

Ringo reached his mid 50s... and then just forgot to get any older 🤣🤣

[@nightmoves7989]

Kinda like nobody has told Keith Richard's that he's been dead for 20 years.

[@coldeb8911]

@@nightmoves7989 🤣…and he can still play a ‘mean’ Guitar 🤣

[@williamsherman1089]

@@nightmoves7989 20? I thought it was 30 or 40

[@badanxiety6886]

That’s right he even older than mccartney but he looks younger

[@amielmalay1681]

Yeah, that's what I thought, too.

[@gwynnielsen5081]

I love Ringo. He is authentically himself. I hope he lives until he is 100.

[@davidgibbes967]

150

[@bedouinmuhammadfromarabicpagan]

​@@davidgibbes967 You mean 250

[@davidgibbes967]

@@bedouinmuhammadfromarabicpagan or more, I hope. He deserves eternal life for the gifts that he has bestowed upon mankind. Love ya Rings, & Paul & John & George, I Hope you're having a ripping & raucous afterlife. Love you all, you most majestic of all groups, the Fabulous BEATLES.

[@ErelfBow]

100 is not enough for them.

[@butteryscones]

Dude was 100 when he was born, now he is 37.

[@diariesofamediocremusician325]

Ringo genuinely seems like the nicest guy on earth, always a class act. I could listen to he and Paul tell stories for days. Such fascinating characters.

[@michaelsix9684]

funny, charming, and still kicking

[@LaMYsteriosa87]

Yeah well, Paul isn't Paul.

[@franciscolatapiat2767]

I think it’s the sense of realization only Beatles members have

[@lynby6231]

I love octopuses garden

[@davidgibbes967]

@@LaMYsteriosa87 you aren't you

[@waynebronze1705]

The man exudes an air of peace and well-being. Something very very lacking in celebrities and many people today. He has my utmost respect and love.

[@jlouis4407]

He’s great but easy to be full of peace when you have millions

[@arabian_coffee]

@@jlouis4407 plenty of examples to disagree with your comment there friend

[@TelecasterLPGTop]

Well said Wayne

[@comfortscalling]

Peace and love, peace and LOVE

[@roryhand6650]

Could be because he finally got rid of the drink and drugs 35 years ago.

[@Sallycanwaitsheknowsitstoolate]

Although its mad how well he looks I just thinks its insane that we still have ringo and paul, we're so lucky, the definition of two living legends

[@maritimponi]

That is true...

[@pickerdad8402]

I've been thinking that too. And both still tour, doing multiple long sets every week. I saw Paul in Vancouver; He did a 3 hour show, straight through without a break and with just seconds between songs, all the while standing up. I'm a few years younger, and he puts me to shame.

[@Sallycanwaitsheknowsitstoolate]

@@pickerdad8402 Hahahaha that is amazing. He's an inspiration. Seeing him must have been unreal

[@chathammkm]

And at the same time, so sad that John and George are gone.

[@realdjoffski]

And Still!!! Champions of the world ❤

[@captpicard6894]

What a classy guy, he’s happy to talk about The Beatles, comfortable with his place in music history, but still very down to Earth and approachable. Class act.

[@degsbabe]

Class act for doing fk all within the Beatles cept keep beat to Lennon/McCartney songs....

[@melodymusik261]

Paul McCartney said The Beatles were a "great" band, and they were so. That is because each of them brought different strengths to the band and they executed beautifully. Ringo once said that John played a song to challenge Ringo to play drums like what was heard on the song; Ringo said, "John, you DO realize that is more than one drummer playing, don't you?" John agreed but had confidence Ringo could do it. And Ringo DID do it! Ringo said that was the greatness of The Beatles, they were "always pushing the envelope."

[@geraltofrivia4651]

That doesn’t make any sense you can’t actually play two drum parts lol

[@acechadwick]

He's 81! Everything about him is so much younger. His chat, his mannerisms and it's nice to see he still has his Liverpool accent.

[@Nan-59]

He's 81?!!!! I was just about to look his age up! I can't even!

[@acechadwick]

@@Nan-59 Girl we need some of that 😂

[@Nan-59]

@@acechadwick Right??!!!

[@ChubbyChecker182]

Ringo and Paul are incredible specimens for 80 years ish on this planet.

[@JuliusHowe]

He may be 81 but his hair is only 6 months

[@musgrave6886]

to think he'd experienced making glorious music with the 3 other giants and he has lived this long. he's a walking treasure trove of intimate beatles memories.

[@shahaffiq5860]

For decades.

[@kenneth465]

@@shahaffiq5860 Imagine he keeps living! It’ll be a whole century of the 2 remaining Beatles alive!

[@rae0521]

If he's anything like me, that "treasure trove" of memories will be fading fast. Sure, we all remember major events in our lives, but I'm pretty sure I can't recall much of the ordinary stuff. Ringo's experiences as a performer would mostly blur into "ordinary stuff" - any given concert would become very much like the last two dozen he did... and the next two dozen. Remember... this may have been special and fun for us, the audience, but it was work for them. Day after day after day of doing very much the same thing. Not anywhere near as glamorous and exciting to do as to watch.

[@musgrave6886]

@@rae0521 nevertheless, even at his age, he's still got many first-hand beatles anecdotes to tell that would be of singular interest to the fans of the band.

[@marcmcfarland5113]

Growing up and listening to The Beatles, I NEVER imagined anybody could look/be this cool at age (almost) 82! Rock on, Ringo!

[@buggyboogle9]

Same with Paul. Both look fantastic. They’ve aged very well.

[@sebastianvonreumont3831]

How can he be 82!!!!

[@MrSongwriter2]

I think he’s probably got shares in just for men hair dye

[@IwasInThe60s]

Either Ringo and Paul have extraordinary genes or science has to investigate the potion that Timothy Leary propagated as an elixir.😆 The joy that they brought to the world is immeasurable. Saluté.

[@SelectaWaynazz]

@@sebastianvonreumont3831 he was born 82 years ago.

[@randybailin4902]

Fortunately someone had the good sense to put cameras all over the place during the rooftop concert. The reactions on the street make the performance truly great.

[@seansinclair257]

Ive seen interviews with people that said they had the privilege of being in the same room with the beatles while they were jamming, recording, or something.... They said the energy in the room was insane. There was no chaos, no one shouting, it was just quiet.... but the energy the four of them put out when together could be felt in the room.

[@Gokun12498]

until you get to the let it be sessions

[@gregorsamsa1364]

The only energy you can actually feel coming from someone is heat or vibration

[@yabbadabba1975]

@@gregorsamsa1364 Oh ye of little faith.

[@gregorsamsa1364]

@@yabbadabba1975 do you believe leprechauns exist?

[@tomault3063]

@@gregorsamsa1364 vibration occurs at the quantum level, of which we have only a sketchy understanding.

[@rodddossantos1437]

The Beatles are as relevant as ever. How amazing is it to watch a live interview with Ringo that was taped just earlier today!

[@sunshine3914]

Funny, I remember saying the same about him 20 years ago.

[@awc6007]

The Beatles truly are timeless

[@rae0521]

"... as relevant as ever." Hmmmm. I was just thinking...'If I had never heard of the Beatles how would my life have been changed?' The answer: Not in any significant way. Good band. Some GREAT songs. But there are thousands of good/great musicians who just haven't been at the right place at the right time with the right sound. Much of international success is PURE LUCK - ask any international star and, if they're honest, they'll tell you that.

[@instructionaldesigner7310]

@@rae0521 Luck might be involved in getting noticed BUT to be considered the greatest band in the history of a planet for over 50 years probably takes some skill and ability

[@instructionaldesigner7310]

@@rae0521 When you get older you will probably understand more, like a kid that thinks a McDonalds $1 hamburger is better than a Steak it just takes time to get perspective. 450 people agreed with the relevance statement - Also check stories like the Mona Lisa Twins - gorgeous young girls that found the Beatles so relevant they moved to Liverpool, produce Beatle style music and garner millions upon millions of views - and they are just 1 of several similar stories

[@michaelcaufield]

"a G chord and then F demented" -- love Ringo's continued use of what John called his talent for perfect malapropisms

[@johnmeye]

😉👍👍

[@janetownley]

It’s an old joke

[@pereraddison932]

@@janetownley ... Hear's another old joke. The All-Stars play a few warm up songs, then Steve Luketha usually introduces Ringo to the audience as The Prince Of Peace ...

[@oldrrocr]

I'm going to be using "demented" from now on!

[@kerrypickens8594]

The Beatles were all great wits.

[@louiselucilla2163]

Once, in the 70's The Beatles came back from a country that permitted topless swimming. (shocking in those days). A reporter asked Ringo what he thought of topless swimming. He said ''I love it man. I've been swimming topless for years''

[@indranidasgupta8982]

😀😀

[@familiarsting4108]

Must have been in the 60s as they had broken up by 1970.

[@louiselucilla2163]

@@familiarsting4108you're probably right petal. I was not a fan in those days. I just remember the interview.

[@morpher44]

he was a mocker

[@joeytirado4341]

ha ha ha

[@ENigma-um8zw]

Out of nowhere I just started tearing up, I’m so grateful for the Beatles and the remaining to lads and all they do. I’m going to see him this summer again. Cherish these precious people while we still have them. Long live the legacy and love of Ringo Starr, Peace and Love everyone!

[@paulsteele8079]

Truly a gift. Lovely band.

[@controloz3310]

It’s worth noting that Ringos delicious musings were the basis of a hard days night and eight days a week. He would say odd things like this and it created rock history. In Get Back you see Linda and Yoko in the studio both agreeing that Ring as they called him felt the safest man to be around. The man isn’t only a genius, he’s a legend. A true gentle giant.

[@mxfxdlg]

Watching and listening to Ringo discuss anything, makes troubles seem very unimportant. What a great guy.

[@Bricameron]

That’s what The Beatles did. They made you feel extraordinary in the ordinary.

[@randilevson9547]

Ringo has the best sense of humour. He is so effortlessly funny.

[@darrellpowell6042]

Ringo is such a great guest and proof The Beatles are the best band ever.

[@lennonslemons4934]

I swear, Paul and Ringo's interviews are always over too quickly. I would love to see them together telling us stories we haven't heard yet. God bless The Beatles.

[@fifthbusiness1678]

That’s quite true! It’s remarkable, really, to find all four members of a band so engaging, quick-minded and charismatic. I caught myself towards the end, realizing I’d been smiling broadly throughout this interview. That’s what Ringo does. He brings a great vibe to whatever he is doing or wherever he happens to be.

[@markmacdonald8512]

@@fifthbusiness1678 I guess they didn't display those attributes so well when they went to visit Elvis at his home when they came to the U.S. Apparently they were very shy and quiet and just stared at Elvis. He said if you guys are going to sit there and just stare at me I'm going to go up and go to bed.

[@mikehargrove770]

Yes, Kimmel sucks as an interviewer and tries to add lame jokes taking up time

[@Raelyn976]

Lol 😆

[@thelevisullivan]

@@markmacdonald8512What else would you do if you had Elvis Presley sitting right in front of you?

[@sfperalta]

Ringo just keeps on keeping on! He not only does not look like an octogenarian, but he moves his body like a much younger person. He is eternal!

[@BberryHill1223]

Ringo is witty and also a very nice guy. Maybe the nicest among the Beatles. Loved this vídeo.

[@morpher44]

I think George Martin may have been the nicest.

[@soupernutt9508]

Ringo is the youngest very old man I have ever seen. He just makes me feel good.

[@danielerickson5175]

Right? 81 years old and looking like that with a fantastic energy level

[@31072gab]

I know. He’s like fine wine.

[@tracycagliero129]

So, so true!

[@meredithmericle7487]

Believe me. Ringo has had some work done. No one 81 years old looks like that.

[@tracycagliero129]

@@meredithmericle7487 I think that as well but whoever his surgeon is they did a great job.

[@dougdeveloper8850]

The guy seems so cool and laid back as if it hasn’t occurred to him that he was part of, I don’t know, the greatest, most influential band/artist in recorded music history!

[@spacenerd9499]

cool and relaxed was the vibe i was getting also! great musician right there! I think they were a pretty humble band for all their popularity

[@BK-hn6jc]

He never was part of Tenacious D!

[@raghuvansh1293]

@B K right

[@Scottie_S]

@@BK-hn6jc Not yet, anyway.

[@captinbeyond]

Ringo has always been the most carefree , easy going guy in every interview I've seen of him. Glad he's found sobriety and enjoying life. And sharing himself with us.

[@markmarsh27]

Ringo is simply the coolest sweetest human being who ever lived. ... I could listen to him for HOURS.

[@cherylb2008]

This beautiful man never ages. Just stylish and witty as all these decades ago. I could listen to him for hours. His son Zach is a genius on drums.

[@GrantTarredus]

That’s one of the best interviews with Ringo I’ve ever seen (or read or heard). Kimmel keeps it light by mixing a few questions that serious Beatles historians will appreciate with a few silly ones, and he knows to never press. That’s a talent, and Ringo clearly enjoyed himself.

[@MsThebeMoon]

He knew how to intersperse the promotions that would keep Ringo excited: the book, the tour. I just kind of picked up on that. Enjoyed this one too.

[@GrantTarredus]

@@MsThebeMoon Good point!

[@hansmahr8627]

Serious Beatles historians can rest easy now knowing that Paul was the gassiest of the Beatles.

[@o0musiic0o]

he did fckng great job

[@thereunionparty]

I would love to see Ringo and Paul interviewed together. I'm sure that hasn't happened for quite a while but they are both such engaging and funny guys it would be amazing.

[@carolynrabbani6469]

Last time I saw that was with Larry King when Circue De soleil first did "Love" They were beautiful together.

[@plasticmac1439]

Last time was for the 8 Days a Week documentary in 2016 I think.

[@carolynrabbani6469]

@@plasticmac1439 I had forgotten that one, thanks.

[@hyzercreek]

During the Ed Sullivan 50 year anniversary in 2014 David Letterman invited them onto the stage at the ES Theater and talked to them about stuff.

[@elizaconsuegra3069]

Oh yes. They are the only two mimbres who are still alive! !!!

[@randycoursey7230]

George Harrison helped put Ringo's song Octopus's Garden together. And Harrison's guitar work on this song is nothing short of incredible.

[@robertcooper5604]

it was slide guitar before George got into slide guitar. genius Englishman

[@randycoursey7230]

@@robertcooper5604 But it wasn't slide guitar. Harrison used a Fender Stratocaster.

[@jsullivan2112]

@@randycoursey7230 Um, that he played with a slide.

[@remoall]

@@jsullivan2112 Nope - he didn't play slide on OG.

[@remoall]

@@randycoursey7230 You are correct.

[@josephconsoli4128]

Ringo just sort-of quietly sailed through his fame. No big dramas, nothing scandalous. Now you look back and realize he was the oldest and most sickly (when young) and the last member to get on board the Beatles, yet made it all this way and stills looks amazingly well too!!

[@tomault3063]

he did have a stint in rehab (with his wife) to beat the bottle, but nobody was really paying attention to him in the mid 80s

[@rmp7400]

Ringo is smart enough to keep quiet about things he has no control over ...John and George both were physically attacked the night before the day they planned to talk too much...

[@vardaanbhalla]

I can’t even tell how happy I feel seeing this guy! I wish I was alive when they performed as THE BEATLES. ❤️

[@mrjasondylan]

My parents met here in Liverpool in 1961 and a large portion of there dates back then we're spent at the Cavern dancing and singing away to the local bands. My Dad always said we must have seen the Beatles a hundred times when I ask my Mum she says it was easily 50-60 maybe not a hundred but it was a lot. My Dad was a musician and had many friends who played in other Liverpool bands also performing on the same shows so it was no big deal back then it was just watching the local talent at the hippest place around for a pair of music loving teenagers.

[@stephanieteague1748]

Me too!

[@KimSenior]

I was!

[@ButtersDaBaller]

@@mrjasondylan thats badass Jason! A truly priceless experience in their lives :)

[@watchmanonthewall14]

As a young child, I saw them play on the Ed Sullivan Show when they came to the states. It took me a micro second to notice Ringo, and he's been my favorite Beatle ever since. He just looked like he was having such fun on those drums.

[@deftones8717]

Dude, the fact that he is 81 years old is f’ing unbelievable!!! The guy looks like he’s in his 50s!!! Am I exaggerating? It’s really mind blowing. Such a chill guy with a wonderful sense of humor. “Peace and love!! Peace and love!!” ✌️☮️🥁

[@neoarcadiaking1]

It’s dead and demonic like I can’t believe this stuff I can’t believe the way you people love this garbage and stuff they say 😤

[@blidge8282]

@@neoarcadiaking1 I agree. This new fad of Beatlemania will surely corrupt our youth and turn our perfectly normal society into a state of anarchy.

[@MsThebeMoon]

You're not exaggerating. He absolutely looks like he's in his 50s. I'm sixty-two and still man-hunting, so I see a lot of pics of men in my age group and few look as good as Ringo.

[@deftones8717]

@@MsThebeMoon okay okay!! Good for you! Go get em’ .. nothing better than a mature cougar 😆 seriously though haha but yeah, Ringo looks incredibly young. I wish you luck on your endeavors with the man hunting :)

[@deftones8717]

@@blidge8282 I don’t get it.. beatlemania? I don’t meet too many younger folks who are huge beatle fans these days. Sure, there are a lot of die hard fans, no doubt, but I feel like the fandom has definitely declined over the years. I’m not a huge beatle fan or anything. They’ve made some really great, timeless songs, and they’ve made a HUGE impact on the music industry and inspired many musicians… but I’m not a die hard fan personally. I was just stating facts. You can’t deny that Ringo looks like he’s in his 50s. What’s all of this satanic conspiracy talk?

[@omamckaskle7760]

RIngo is the oldest Beatle, 82 this July. He is three months older than John. Paul will be be 80 in June and George was the youngest!

[@songshineoriginalmusic]

Ringo and Paul were likely the closest band mates instrumentally because bass and drums have to form a tight bond to be successful. This is possibly one of the most overlooked aspects of the Beatles. Sure their harmonies were terrific and everyone likes to point that out. But listen closely to how in sync the drums and bass are in any one of their songs. And Ringo was an absolute artist on the drum, so much so that it meshed perfectly with the theme of the song and go somewhat unnoticed when compared with the vocals and guitar.

[@pickerdad8402]

Exactly. If you DON'T hear the drummer, he's perfect.

[@jamesstewart8377]

Paul and John by far.

[@songshineoriginalmusic]

@@jamesstewart8377 the point I am making is that the bass and drummer have to be in sync no matter the band- they form the foundation of the band and as a player myself I can attest to the universal truth. Rhythm and bass are important but not as much. Now you know.

[@hersonlamolli6276]

It's so wonderful to see Ringo so alive. Bless him always

[@hello-de9rk]

Cannot believe he’s in his 80s… He looks so Young

[@somebonehead]

Hair dye will do that

[@Pamledger478]

He has a special diet .. lots of veggies and fruits .. no processed food at all

[@chrisbrochu3663]

@@somebonehead not the hair dye it’s obvious an 82 year old doesn’t have black hair, his like wrinkles aren’t that extreme

[@somebonehead]

@@chrisbrochu3663 Botox will do that

[@wonderrob3225]

He's got a gorgeous wife to stay young for

[@511dydy]

I like this jimmy kimmel, he knows the guest, the questions are right, and he lets ringo talk no interruptions

[@willzresurreccion6745]

Ringo is cool and witty. Aging gorgeously.

[@meredithmericle7487]

Nip and tuck. He's 81 after all.

[@shahaffiq5860]

He looked like he is 40 to 50 years old.

[@robertawalsh2995]

@@shahaffiq5860 Well, at least his hair looks 40. 🤣

[@MrStringpicker]

@@shahaffiq5860 You would too if you had the best food, doctors, lifestyle.

[@qasanoba]

is he actually aging? shocked.

[@robyoung9968]

Paul and Ringo can never pass, they each are wonderful people. We hope that day is long away.

[@PC4USE1]

They have been in my life for 58 years since Ed Sullivan. The pain I felt with John's passing will be duplicated when one of them dies-a reminder of my own mortality.

[@senseichess8688]

I hear ya

[@senseichess8688]

@@PC4USE1 yes indeed..andwe we miss Harrison much too

[@paulmsn]

Well, apparently Paul can pass gas.

[@dolphinsrr]

To me they have always been my family. So when I lose one it hits me like a ton of bricks

[@kdiamond3623]

I too love Ringo. I went to his All Starr Band concert several years ago. After playing several hours he ended the show singing the song while doing jumping jacks the whole time! Incredible!

[@homer5802]

This guy has been through it all. The good, the bad and the ugly, and he came out the other side over 60 years and forgot to get old.

[@jimbrunsman1011]

Great interview and very happy to see how vibrant Ringo remains at the age of 82. What a life he has led and he is still a good person with a big heart.

[@everettfarr8036]

Most people dont realize how good of a drummer Ringo was. An incredible talent.

[@Thomas83KO]

No, his set up and play was just basic. If you think he was great, check out Nick Mc Brain's (Iron Maiden) or Annika Nilles's, Nico Kaukussan's (Amon Smart), Lars Ulrich's (Metallica) ... set up and play... than you see what talented really stands for.

[@bulletbelt97]

@@Thomas83KO nah he’s the greatest rock drummer ever

[@AqualungsBreath]

@@Thomas83KO I'm sorry, but Ulrich can't keep the tempo. He ruins the live shows.

[@doodledangernoodle2517]

@@Thomas83KO Ringo Starr was left handed and played a right handed kit. This allowed for some of the most unique fills of the 60s and 70s. He was an unconventional drummer that combined aspects of jazz drumming (usage of swings) with rocker drumming. He was able to keep up a tempo with the other three by watching their footwork during their live shows because he couldn’t hear them over all the screaming girls. Listen to his drum work on songs like Come Together, Rain, and Ticket To Ride. He wasn’t flashy, he didn’t like drum solos. He didn’t need any of those to be one of the most unique drummers of the rock genre. Ringo was the beat in the Beatles.

[@gocatgo74123]

@@Thomas83KO You're joking right?!

[@WorldwideWyatt]

It’s gonna be a sad day when Ringo leaves us. He’s always such a delightful man, peace and love to everyone.

[@peejay7305]

Ringos energy is phenomenal as is Paul’s there ability to keep on doing what they love is unbelievable ❤️

[@MrDaiseymay]

From one 81yr old to another, Ringo, you arre the greatest showman of all . You have never changed, and never will. thank you thank you.

[@emmgeevideo]

First of all, he is a worldwide treasure. In an age where people are being nasty left and right, this guy is positivity personified. Second, the guy is 80 years old for crying out loud. I hope I'm one tenth as alive when I'm that age. Third, you know he's told those stories for 50 years (e.g., how "Octopus's Garden" was inspired -- "Pete's boat" indeed) but the stories are as fresh as if he just remembered them for the first time in years. BTW, I love that Jimmy is in awe but is a great kidder. It's like they were great friends there. They aren't friends in the normal sense. We all feel like we know Ringo (millions upon millions of us) and he his generous enough to feel like he knows you too. I'm a huge, huge fan of him as a human being and as an artist.

[@acechadwick]

Apparently he's nearly 82! Born in 1940.

[@lancelot771]

@@acechadwick bro I remember the day when I felt proud of the fact that a Beatle finally turned 80 years old. Now he’s 82. How time flies by so fast…

[@acechadwick]

@@lancelot771 I'm from Liverpool. I remember when they started out. Too damn right it goes fast! Carpe diem my friend, seize the day!

[@LahainaStrong444]

Ringo has class and that's putting it mildly.

[@garypallaria9036]

his 400 mil fortune helps I am sure

[@diddywahdaddy]

Kimmel actually lets Ringo talk hardly without interrupting him, which is how talk shows should be all the way, every time.

[@turdcurd9082]

He’s the best talk show host

[@stevereed8786]

@@turdcurd9082 Kimmel is actually a Turd Curd that continues to show us just how bad he is at this gig.

[@Fulcrum_28]

@@turdcurd9082Nah that’s Conan and Craig

[@candy_shark]

@@Fulcrum_28i agree

[@mikee6220]

That sweet moment in Get back when Ringo plays with McCartneys daughter heather on the drums. :)

[@donaldlusk2035]

I love the story behind Octopus' Garden!! Sure it's a little strange, but I always loved it!!

[@ppgedez]

For me the gig on the roof was a revelation because it’s the only time i’ve seen them play live without any crowd interference and also the addition of the keyboards gave it a really full and warm sound.✌️❤️

[@prathameshbhambure]

10:10 "I gotta say that because the other two aren't with us anymore(smiles)." I got emotional there. They have our hearts!

[@ginisahu5274]

Talent personified. Yet mostly, he brings happiness to the world. Thank you Ringo

[@RaulAPinto]

"Octopus' Garden" is a MAGNIFICENT song. Very underrated, and I love it so much! I actually start learning English playing Beatles songs like this one. Ringo is right, is super easy to play on the guitar, only a couple of notes. My children love the song too. I got emotional watching him talking about this one.

[@tylsimys67]

No it's not and neither is 'Maxwell's Silver Hammer'. Anything in the White Album however... It's just such an earth-shattering masterpiece through and through.

[@JonahNelson7]

It's quite nice. I think he was selling the song short here just because of his humility, but there's more to it than just an octopus's garden under a sea. To me the song evokes the feeling of safety in your own little bubble with your buddies. That line "we would be warm below the storm" is really something. George Harrison said something about this in an interview too, he thought the song was quite nice for that reason, a possible further reading

[@mauriceortiz8817]

Awesome! My cousin, while he was learning English used to watch Happy Days and told me that he loved listening to the Fonz cause he annunciated every word.

[@RaulAPinto]

@@mauriceortiz8817 hahaha what a cool story!

[@randycoursey7230]

Since Ringo couldn't even play guitar and only knew about three notes I would completely disagree, especially if you listen to the guitar progressions on Octopus's Garden. It was fairly complicated.

[@pearljammm4093]

Adore all of them… long live Ringo and Paul

[@daudder]

A wonderfully humble man who has led a wonderful life, full of accomplishment and wonder. And the greatest drummer of all

[@robtk3]

"Which Beatle was the most gaseous?" "Paul. I have to say that because the other two aren't with us anymore." "Cool" and "grace" don't often end up in the same sentence together but, really, Ringo embodies both.

[@phila3884]

Yes, that increasingly rare combination of funny, charming, witty, but never offensive-the sign of a good English upbringing. And I'm not English.

[@jacintocastaneda6496]

Dying your hair, he’s vegetarian, quit drugs and alcohol 34 years ago, keeping a good attitude, he’s professional and having a good all that helps but playing music and being active physically and mentally and spiritually is the key Ringo is the greatest!!👍

[@johnconway9882]

81 and a half years old! Go Ringo!

[@robertlee8042]

He’s a really primitive drummer. Lucky, though.

[@mindhead2005]

@@robertlee8042 He’s an incredibly creative and musical drummer with superb time If that’s primative, I’ll take that all day every day Nothing to do with luck, the other Beatles have spoken about how they had their eye on him in Hamburg as Pete’s replacement because when he stood in, the band felt better

[@jlobiafra]

In the rooftop concert you can see Ringo was going grey in his hair even back then

[@danieltrammell1916]

Being 81 yrs old he looks good with black or gray hair😁

[@spg1026]

Ringo at 81 and he still has it. Amazing! The enthusiasm of his voice talking about playing on the roof live. In the rain but excited because it was live.

[@enlightenedjohnson]

An excellent interview. There is no way to describe the impact the Beatles had and still have on everyone who knew them and their music!

[@bitt555]

Even 60+ years later, the Beatles are still a cultural phenomenon... the true definition of legends. You just have to ask yourself if any artist or group today can achieve this kind of longevity 60 years from now? Only time will tell I guess...

[@randycoursey7230]

No and that's the magic of The Beatles. Everyone on this Earth knows who they were. No other group has commanded this kind of attention.

[@olihhayes]

Crazy that for some people it took a documentary and 50 years to realize what a genius Paul is bc they kept believing what people who were really competitive with him said to downplay his talent. Like Bob Dylan and Paul Simon have both said, he's not only one of the best songwriters ever but also completely on a league of his own musically

[@BeatlesCentricUniverse]

Spot on. He'll be remembered in 200 years, like Mozart. They both have an incredible gift for melody (among many other things).

[@PC4USE1]

Paul as a composer,singer and musician cannot be duplicated. The others had their own genius,especially John but Paul is unique.

[@mikeserrano3813]

Olivia..you are Absolutely Breathtaking! I hope you have a beautiful life!

[@BeatlesCentricUniverse]

@@mikeserrano3813 Seriously?

[@misterbuttersworth9904]

@@mikeserrano3813 creepy

[@j-genx2395]

Love him. Paul is my favorite male singer, writer and musician. Ringo is my all time favorite personality!

[@thesilvershining]

I love that Ringo and Paul still play together sometimes... brothers for life!

[@jacquismith3277]

Ringo is such a legend. I love him to pieces.

[@sh1nyarm0r]

It's always nice to hear from Ringo again. Brings back memories when I was growing up.

[@sheilaerice9636]

I had the great honor of seeing Ringo & His All Star Band in Rhode Island "Summer of 2015", awesome concert & experience to see him. Still have my ticket stub. My fav. song "It Don't Come Easy".

[@evaadams8298]

I used to work for a record label in the 90s in London and got to do some media promo days with him and he was really down to earth....

[@evaadams8298]

I used to work for a record label in the 90s in London and got to do some media promo days with him and he was really down to earth....

[@peanutbutterdragon4105]

I got to see Paul McCartney in 1990 something I think it was 92. It was fantastic. I have never seen so many preists and nuns at a concert in my life.

[@no1nestandsalone387]

I love it don’t come easy! I used to listen to that song over and over!

[@no1nestandsalone387]

@@peanutbutterdragon4105 really? Or r u joking 😂

[@maplobats]

Ringo stopped both drinking and aging in 1988. Also...I think it is pretty awesome that my 7 year old is as big a fan as I am. Peace and Love!

[@jimbo6413]

Ringo looks like he's a super-healthy 50-year old. Whatever that guy is doing, he's doing it right.

[@robertpoen5383]

Smoking herb for 50+ years hasn't hurt a bit.

[@RS-ni3lj]

@@robertpoen5383, neither has his years of alcoholism apparently.

[@old-fashionedcoughypot]

Hair dye & make-up

[@news603redux]

@@old-fashionedcoughypot Fake hair, lol. The little skull cap he was wearing was a rug but it looked great for a guy in his 70's. This new thing is thicker than what he had 30 years ago.

[@H2ObarryField]

@@news603redux He's 81

[@williamblair9597]

It's amazing how someone who had some terrible childhood diseases with long stays in the hospital, achieved a level of fame few people would have survived, yet here he is one of two living and he looks just as marvelous as you would expect the one and only Ringo Starr would.

[@RoyLlinton]

Ringo Starr is the kindest gentleman I have ever seen he is a man's man

[@artlover1477]

I am so happy that Ringo and Walsh are still with us. They got through dark times and are so much in a better place!

[@DelightLovesMovies]

Ringo is such great and outstanding gentleman.

[@MothGirl007]

Love him!!!

[@Arcturuseyes]

I do truly appreciate Octopus' Garden. Great feel good song.

[@Fanney47]

I LOVE that song.

[@angiemilitello1542]

Agree I watched him in 2018 and waited the whole concert for octopus garden and didn't get it lol

[@mpschoo]

Pedantic, but it's Octopus's Garden.

[@HardRockMaster7577]

Many stuffy Beatles fans cast disdain on "Octopus's Garden" -- I do not know why. It's FAB ! ! ! ! ! !

[@MegaPlexy]

Made by the Drummer & the Gardener of The Beatles !

[@abc456f]

It's impossible not to love Ringo. Cool as the other side of the pillow.

[@georgebarber3280]

You can tell jimmy is a fan of the Beatles. One of his best interviews

[@annehajdu8654]

Not really.

[@Finnec123]

Oh boy, the Beatles... What legends, what a story, what goosebumps! (Not dismissing other great bands, but there's something special about these lads from Liverpool, ain't there?)

[@Buddycoop1]

Best thing Ring's ever did was get sober. You see old interviews and it's sad how wrecked he was. Ever since he always has a great attitude and seems happy. Amazing his body recovered the way it did. I'll be devastated when he and Paul are gone.

[@Mrmoviefan123]

It might surprise you to learn that Ringo's in his 80's, but when you consider that he's been in the music industry since the 60's as an adult, it becomes less surprising.

[@demianbamu710]

Kyle this is exactly what came to my mind immediately I saw Ringo. Can't believe this guy is 81 years old. Damn!!!

[@TrilogyNjStorm]

81 is crazy again take charlie watts stones drummer love him rip so 😢 Ringo looks amazing for 81

[@markstevens1729]

Uh… 50’s.

[@spacenerd9499]

WHAT? i had no idea

[@Nan-59]

No. It's still surprising he's 81 and looks like he does!

[@cecropia666]

It seems impossible that the man in this clip is 81 years old. If I have HALF of Ringo's humor, coherence, and stamina at his age I will be extremely grateful & happy! May you live well beyond 100, Ringo!

[@rgrif777]

Ringo and Paul are awesome. It doesn't seem they have let money and celebrity status go to their heads. It is amazing how young Ringo and Barbara look.

[@mmb1572]

The Beatles were the best band ever. Every band you see after were influenced by them. They had the best sense of humor and were great influencers. People listened to them

[@leskerf]

Ringo deserves a healthy long life after being so sick as a child.

[@doodledangernoodle2517]

He’s outlived most rock stars of his era.

[@aneasyonesoicanremember6933]

Well he got it

[@Bruce15485]

Totally agree ! There should be a movie made about his life ! Its one hell of a story !

[@areareare9953]

Paul McCartney said "Ringo will outlive us all"

[@leebatt7964]

“F demented” , spoken like a true drummer. Love this man!

[@theniteflites]

Hahah I checked the comments to see who noticed! I love it, and might start using it instead of diminished now

[@rodneyrawlings7100]

@@theniteflites Those chords are schizophrenic anyway--they don't know where they're going until they get there!

[@RogerPeet]

I saw Ringo and those other guys, LIVE, in concert, on my 9th birthday !! 22Aug1965 Portland OR While they played, I thought, 'This is the best place to be on the Planet' I was not wrong. A World phenomenon like that only happens, every few hundred years. I was lucky. Beatles4Ever

[@peggywoods4327]

Just saw him here in Colorado a couple months ago. What joyful experience 😊

[@chrisl3634]

The rooftop gig is worth popping the kettle on for and just sitting with a biscuit and enjoying a super tight band playing and making great music together. My favourite Beatles performance as I can hear them and the balance of sound they create is wonderful.

[@pereldh5741]

I saw him soundchecking pre-gig in Gothenburg, Sweden in 2011. We were maybe 30 people waiting in the sun, could not believe he did his own check.. Did half of ”Yellow Sub” and shouted our direction ”How does it sound..?” Us ”GREAT!!!” Ringo ”Great, see you in an hour or so!” Legend.

[@LeGrandeOrange]

Still as quick witted as ever. What a treasure (and a great drummer, to boot)!

[@razzle2112]

I loved the scene where Paul's wife and some other guy I forgot were talking about how much they loved ringo and how Paul always felt great around him

[@TheBent139]

Of course excepting the times around the breakup when it was Paul against the other three in court battling over management and money. Ringo once drove out to Paul's home to give him some papers regarding those court battles and Paul slammed the door in his face. There was quite a time when they were not on good terms. Ringo also had a very serious alcohol and cocaine problem in the 70's and 80's and was often rude and obnoxious in public settings. Hard to believe, as he is so deservedly beloved these days and just the nicest person. And remarkable that he is so well preserved after childhood illness and abusing his body so badly for such a lengthy period.

[@CuntLucifer]

Linda also said she felt the most comfortable and relaxed around Ringo. He was just top notch laid back and chill, today as much as back then.

[@requiem165]

Ringo’s quick, witty humour never fails to make me laugh 😂

[@robertomoi2044]

The guy interviewing him is respectful. Ringo you're a legend. And one of ours 🇬🇧

[@DJWOLFLIVE]

Ringo looks amazing for his age. Hope I can still keep it together god willing when I get to his age.

[@HardRockMaster7577]

I know a guy that's still driving and bowling at 92.

[@JustAnotherCover]

Man, Ringo is such a great guy! The world just can't get enough of him.

[@AHTOtv]

Pretty sure homeless ppl hooked on heroin could care less about him. Or a single mother of 4 trying to get by during a pandemic. Or the special needs children wracked with pain cooped up in hospitals but yeah, this one drummer makes the world go round and everyone wakes up thinking hey, screw breakfast I need more Ringo in my life. Makes sense.

[@catalinacurio]

@@AHTOtv Music is more than you give it credit for, I have Covid and am tired, so bear with me. It brings people together, it can be pure genius to write it well, it can tell a story in a way people can relate. It’s doesn’t make the hell some people go through worse and in fact be used as a tool to help.

[@Thomas83KO]

@@AHTOtv I'm kinda with you, the Beatles are an overrated band, lame and hyped songs...

[@anasfarahi4401]

@@AHTOtv do all of your YT comments come with a sad violin soundtrack?

[@MoreCovers]

@@AHTOtv You trolling, right? 😂 I just can't believe you don't realize it was clearly not a literal comment. Just a way of saying that a lot of people love him... Man, you must be so much fun at parties 🤣🤣

[@robertrussell9336]

One of THE four coolest guys ever.....Peace and Love Ringo, thanks for so much fab music, and so many wonderful interviews that let us get to know a wee bit of you . Still so much fun to share a few minutes with you

[@waeeeezeeeee]

All these years I only know Paul McCartney and out of curiousity today I googled every member and was shocked at how young Ringo look !!!

[@maureenmatthes]

I just adore Ringo Starr. He is fabulous. Love the Beatles. Love to sing their songs. 🎶❤️

[@DiamondCutter423]

That cat looks better than ANY 81 year-old I've ever seen. Absolutely dashing!