Johnny Lydon Once Caused Bruce Springsteen to Storm Out of a Gig

[@beyondroom3133]

The man's wife is very unwell and he is probably stress eating and drinking to cope. People shouldn't make fun.

[@marksoquetjr4693]

Yep.

[@Crabfather]

Totally agreed. How quickly people turn eh.

[@MrPlooky]

Except, Johnny talks shit about EVERYBODY, but that's ok?

[@PatTheBatmanFan]

Are you kidding? Have you heard the venom this guy has spouted at people over the years? If he can’t take it some mild jokes over his appearance that’s really just too bad for him.

[@edrader]

no excuse. man

[@texanbill6032]

This guy is a genius. He played the press for years, turns out he is in fact a good person. Hats off to you Mr. Lydon, well played. I hope you and your family find health.

[@barbarella7028]

Genius? Only a fanboy would speak of such crap.

[@xdef1ne]

barba rella shut up

[@Snakeytash]

barba rella are you upset he didn’t give you his autograph? Get a life.

[@donkeevney]

Honest and genuine....lovely guy.

[@dannydorko7075]

you're clueless

[@xxcelr8rs]

He was right about Jimmy Saville years before everyone else had to admit it.

[@komfykoala6083]

Yup indeed.

[@davidcooke1972]

Jerry Sadowicz

[@dfordiligence2398]

Please state what evidence convinced you that Savile was guilty, and please show where Lydon claimed Savile was a child molester before the British Establishment started making that claim after his death. Thanks.

[@MsRichycon]

@@dfordiligence2398 piece Morgan interview with johnny

[@dfordiligence2398]

@The Searcher Please produce the audio of him saying that everyone in the music industry knew Savile abused kids, and please produce the evidence of him being banned for saying it. Thanks.

[@adamdavis4417]

Keep fighting John. I’ve lost a grandfather and aunt to Alzheimer’s. It’s one of the hardest things to go through. Take care of you and your family. I’m pulling for ya mate.

[@garrymcfadden4105]

Euwwww dirty boy

[@guydawson8072]

Poor Johnny he looked after his siblings when he was growing up as a teenager. He had it tough and came from the bottom. Respect to you mate, you were a huge strength to disillusioned youth like me in the seventies.

[@Rose-qd2bl]

thank you! His mom was very sick and had a lot of miscarriages. Some of us seem to have been bothered to read his two books. I'll defend John until I get fat (ter)

[@novo611]

👍🙏So right

[@TheOnlyCathyCat]

How many times have you voted Tory?

[@colmcgillveray1010]

hahhahhahhhahaaaaaaaa! And now you are a old cunt, admiring a fucking fascist butter salesman and property developer!

[@colmcgillveray1010]

@@TheOnlyCathyCat Admired Jonny that much he got into property!

[@HDitzzDH]

Mother with cancer, wife with alzheimers and a deceased child, I can't even imagine how that would feel like, alcohol and food is unfortunately a very good coping mechanism for tragic events like these, no wonder his physical development. I hope he gets better though!

[@pilhead3617]

Respect to John, his health and family dramas are no one else business.Respect to him for sharing this info with the public

[@StrEetThief2]

your right hes happy as he wants to live his life

[@cattathat]

Some of us are just worried but you're right.

[@patricktimothy8354]

I am worried about his health. I am a lifelong fan,I hope he quits smoking. I pray he is around for at least another 3 decades or so.

[@TheJinjo75]

How come he doesnt share the story about the time Gregg Allman was going to kick his ass and he ran away from it? Oh right. It's just John Lyndon and his made up stories here. Not actually real.

[@cattathat]

@@TheJinjo75 Jimmy Savill was real

[@JBmusicart]

I wish him all the luck in the world. I hope he can find some peace. I myself am a rocker. But I've been watching over my aging mom. My dad died in 2000 of pancreatitis. So I understand how sickness, disease, and aging wears on you. Peace to you, John.

[@wesmatron]

Most musicians dream of being in a band that influences music in some way. John Lydon did it TWICE

[@barbaradivita880]

Fuckin right he did!!!!! ❤

[@manicstreetpreacher200]

Maybe you're confusing him with Dave Grohl.☺☺

[@wesmatron]

@@manicstreetpreacher200 He's another one, yea

[@arthurverlaine6434]

@@manicstreetpreacher200 PIL to me are much more influenced and influencial, still dave is a great musician and has a great musical spirit. That said I would like to point out some guys named NEW ORDER, that were the fundation of club music, one of the most influencial bands in new wave/synth pop and previously kinda created goth music and post-punk with Joy Division along side other bands. Parliament-Funkadelic are another crazy "double" band that pushed the boudries of funk and psychedelic music Jimmy Page with the yardbirds and the zeppelin, insane I love these multifaced artists that managed to inspire in multiple ways in different times of history. Damon Albarn could be one of the modern fellas along side Grohl.

[@colmcgillveray1010]

Nah, PIL was Jah Wobble.

[@ilpezkato]

A bunch of disgusting comments over here. OK. he's fat So what?... He's in pain, troubled by family issues and... DOING GREAT STUFF!!! Greetings from Argentina, Maestro!!!

[@zb8021]

Correct, he is a legend and fun to listen too, unlike some of the nasty cunts posting their mean tripe here.... cheers from the states

[@zaiten2012]

what family issues?

[@davidgriffiths3595]

He is amazing! Well said mate

[@dummytree]

People always emphasize on performers gaining weight. Always. You can be paper thin, anorexic in rock music, and people will think it's cool. The moment you put on weight, it's all what's talked about.I hate that. It's shallow, it's lame. Are we just an appearance? Is it all that matters? Are we just flesh? Or is the person underneath the most important? I wonder why our society is obsessed with that. Plus I think he's lost some of the weight since then, even though these things come and go.

[@daleparfitt7243]

It's butter lovelys

[@deaddoll1361]

It's really sad to hear about his wife having Alzheimers. That'd be a lot to cope with, I'm not surprised he's stressed!

[@andreat.2809]

My mom got sick with Alzheimer's, it's a damned disease that devastates those who are affected and those close to them. I've been living hell for a year. I do not wish anyone such a horrible experience.

[@duhmilkz]

What's even worse is that video with him drunk on the stage with like 6 other punk legends like Rollins and Duff. Hes constantly interrupting everyone and the crowd starts to turn on him and towards the end he tells the audience that the love of his life nora has alzheimers and that whenever she calls he has to answer. You can tell hes holding back tears and he asks the audience if they're ok with letting him do that? He's so busy being constantly at war and witty that he actually felt the need to ask for some leniency as if it's an actual fight. Poor johnny. We love you we don't hate you.

[@avalondreaming1433]

@@duhmilkz You're right I saw that.

[@_Area-51]

And his 2 brothers have cancer :(

[@johnnyplatis]

@@andreat.2809 I feel for you since I am going through the same with my mom. The idiots making jokes about John's size would have chewed their own tongue if they were in his position. John, keep it up man.

[@johanelderdal]

Johnny Boy is a Real person. Thats kind of rare in his buisness. Love and respect to him.

[@Lola-AreaCode212]

Sweet, strong sensitive John. I wish him the absolute best for the tough times he's having now. I'd love to give him a tight hug.

[@iahelcathartesaura3887]

broĸen sOUL ABSOLUTELY!! ☺👍👏

[@damienholland8103]

That's because he's a rich celebrity. You wouldn't hug an absolute stranger with the same issue. Or perhaps you would, maybe, but most people are hypocrites / materialistic / superficial / celebrity worshipers.

[@shable1436]

@@damienholland8103 you just wish she would hug you is all, ya jealous fuck! Get over ya self u knob, shes just trying to be sweet and ya had 2 run ur pie hole.

[@devilsoffspring5519]

@@shable1436 You're probably right, but so is he!

[@pleasepermitmetospeakohgre1504]

LOving sOUL I'm not sure you'd be able to get your arms round him 😁

[@peterneate607]

Sorry to hear about the family problems John is having, I wish him all the best. I hope he takes care of himself too.

[@scoutthedoggie]

I saw the movie with my son in Glasgow, fantastic, can't wait to buy on DVD, hopefully there will be plenty of extra footage

[@EldenGod666]

What's it called?

[@ScottishTeeVee]

@@EldenGod666 "The public image is Rotten"

[@garyholmes2568]

Love him. He's funny, witty and always real. From day one. His own man.

[@gregramage8965]

There is nothing rotten about John. God love you sir. Wish there were more humans like him.

[@MonsieurTarzan-g3m]

No, I think there is. He can be a twat like anyone can. For instance, he says he insulted Springsteen, but can't remember what he said and says people get offended too easily. That's very dickish isn't it, whatever you may think of Springsteen's music.

[@nervo6321]

Despite all the fury of punk, John Lydon has a heart of Gold.

[@cfcreative1]

Very sad about his family what a legend.

[@joshbolton5624]

Don't make fun you wankers

[@HighlandMike325]

He's been on TV a couple of times this year (2021) and he looks in much better shape.

[@howardmckenna]

Johnny (not) Rotten, one of the most misunderstood people in the entertainment industry. I've always seen through the bluff, he never fooled me. I've always known he was a nice bloke. Witty, articulate, honest, genuine and funny.

[@shilohxo9291]

Well said

[@mrmrsmsmisscloud7512]

He is the epitome of a truly witty, humorous, eccentric Brit and I adore him!! Long live Johnny!!

[@darrenwalshe8513]

Irish blood, English heart ❤️

[@drummer78]

The old drummer from the drum store Lydon refers to at the Ritz PIL show was Sam Ulano. He was a pretty famous drum educator in NYC. Tons of KZbin clips of him too.

[@elizabethlane880]

The only truly honest person left in the popular music industry

[@russellknowles2360]

Great interview! Love how she doesn't ego-muscle in and lets him talk gently about family and the process of his career.

[@dirtysanchez941]

I adore John, and much respect. I wish him well. He's a real one, and a real original! Bless him, his family ( so sorry for his brothers his lovely wife..) John is a caring man. I hope he will stay with us for another lifetime! I just adore him 💓

[@danielarney9729]

Takes balls to live past your youth and take care of your family without loosing yourself

[@misakiyoshida]

Yes sir and as a caregiver I respect John so much. It is not for the faint of heart, especially when it's someone you love. He has a heart of gold with that nasty attitude

[@warthogA10]

@@misakiyoshida it's not a nasty attitude... it's just raw, unapologetic truth and honesty from John, which is what I've always liked and respected about him

[@sleightofmind2016]

This. All day long....

[@johnpickett8533]

I could be wrong, I could be right...thanks for being in my sound track.

[@fredflintstone3757]

No-one stays looking like they did when they were teenagers, or in their Twenties or even 30's , everyone gets older and your body changes, period

[@noname-yt7uf]

No your body doesn't change that much over time buddy. Putting on that amount of weight and having such a drastic change of appearance in such a short time isnt normal and is clearly a sign of ill health.

[@fredflintstone3757]

no name He's in his 60's at least, he certainly isn't going to look like he did when he was in his 20s or 30s , it could be something else but, I know I'm not as skinny as I was when I was in my 20s and that was just in the 90s , I'm not that big, but everyone's body changes over time, especially as you get older

[@colmwade6644]

@@noname-yt7uf He was on steroids here,and with the family issues didnt help either.He losttmost of it not long after this.

[@Danimal77]

@@fredflintstone3757 He was thin only a couple of years before this. This wasn't a gradual weight gain with age. It was a drastic weight gain in a very short period of time.

[@joanfoxholes8962]

@@noname-yt7uf Not a sign of ill health.More like shoving too much down his neck & he admits that.lf it doesn't bother him what has it got to do with anybody else.?

[@brianmurphy5313]

this interview shows the decent and genuine sweet side of John.

[@larryquokka]

Johnny doesn't look too well. I hope he gets healthy., His brain is still as sharp as ever though. Good on you John

[@Monkeypole]

He's lost a lot of weight. Great guy

[@sjames304]

@@Monkeypole Has he? Excellent. I'm a HUGE Pistols fan and a fan of Lydon.

[@lucreziia100]

Yes, we all do wish him that. He is a good man.

[@etherealcatholic5711]

Saw him in a recent video and he's thankfully dropped at least 50-60 Lbs.

[@noelschemicaleffluence2328]

@@etherealcatholic5711 Good news. I was shocked at how porky he looked here. I last saw him on British Tv about three years back.

[@pthayre6694]

What a wonderful non PC gent. He got me into music!

[@ceecoursian]

Probably the most interesting man in the world . He always has an interesting view on things . He would be my most wanted person to interview .

[@oyemate8647]

wow so much courage. I would probably cry if I met him, the guy's scary as fuck

[@somegirls2002]

I saw Public Image twice in Chicago. I still have the ticket stubs. One of them has the logo on it. Always have loved John's music.

[@smashism]

10:25 for the story

[@andan04]

Not much of a story, is it?

[@BoydL69]

Good on you John, through everything thats been in your life you've come out the other side pretty strong.. Look up to you for'sure...

[@Steve-bo6ht]

Bless you Johnny keep strong in this dark time

[@RighteousBrother]

I like the interviewer, she picks her words quite carefully before speaking. Which is probably wise in this case!

[@shaunmcgee4204]

I hope John’s managing to find a little time to look after himself through all of that trauma. The world’s a much better place with him in it. ✌🏻💜

[@Jimmyh111]

And now we know why he is consoling in the bottle... Respect for sharing John and thanks for your honesty as per usual... I have a lot of mirrors in there and can relate... I was just a boy when I listened to you growing up in the 70s in the UK and remember so well the zietgiest of the time "and boy was it crazy but to me personally a very dark but also a family orientated time.. Sunday dinners and grandparents watching high chaparell while I was listening to punk on my turntable as a teen. "Great memories... But hat off to you John for all your years of memories albeit a misinterpretation by us the baying public as we know you never intended for punk to take off and be labelled the way it was but it happened and we love you for your input to all our lives.. Watching you now you was years ahead of your time and when your movie is made we may be able to get a glimpse of how it really want for you.. God bless you and your family with all what's happening John... ANGER IS AN ENERGY...

[@jimcollier7869]

I have always loved John's honesty. If you agree with him or not, you have to admit he does not soft soap it. Sorry to hear he is going through some rough stuff.

[@peterfarrell66]

Honesty? I don't know about that. I love love love the Pistols and like PIL enough but Johnny is full of shit. The Springsteen story is a perfect example.

[@Frip36]

i don't care how honest a dumbass is. and he's a big dumbass half the time

[@johnnythunders5408]

Johnny looks like he ate Johnny, but he is still Johnny.

[@asolarasolarasolar]

_reversed Majin Buu_

[@melissalove2463]

Johnny Thunders 😂🤣😂🤣 omg he looks like he’s had an allergic reaction to something. 🐷

[@robc8892]

Stress will do that to ya. He must have been going through hell with the wife and the brothers

[@bradmodd7856]

Respect, he has earned the right to get fat, enjoy the wine and deserts John

[@dsmith3351]

Over active thyroid.....

[@sirjellybeans1st19]

Love ya John and hope things get a little easier in your personal life. You are a Legend. Fakes are ten a penny in comparison to you. You have and always will be a huge influence to me all my life. Take care of yourself John. HUGE RESPECT AND LOVE!

[@MrAlistar99]

Saw them last year and they were brilliant!

[@aztec999999]

I honestly love the way John thinks

[@jasonsmart4916]

Really funny story, i live in scotland Stirling at the time so i was at my doctors waiting to be seen n who walks in but john lydon lol was omg what you doin here n he said heard this guy is a good doctor lol

[@tocmatthews4273]

Hes not one of the fathers of punk HE IS PUNK LOVE YOU JOHN YOU'RE A LIVING LEGEND

[@sirjellybeans1st19]

Legend and NO FUCKER can ever take his place. Long Live John. Love ya to bits Man

[@corradomusicstands639]

John - Wishing your family well.......and.........your wife in particular.........Caregiving can be very tough on the caregiver.......... Best to You and Rambo.....

[@daeth4us]

It is. I care full time also and have done for years. It seriously takes its toll on the carers physical and mental health. I have compassion for this man and admire his devotion to his wife

[@paolo.redden]

Just thinking, from listening to the video, that John Lydon has what it takes to make an exceptionally good radio presenter himself.

[@llg3pe]

Paul Alexander Redden most definitely

[@seanart1508]

What a star Johnny is, i totally respect him in every way.

[@stevewall3117]

good interview, (great documentary btw) - thanks for posting

[@keepgoing1973]

Jeez, is this in widescreen?? What happened to John did he get injected with cooking oil intravenously???

[@redplanetdrifter3352]

I don't there's a person alive today I'd like to meet more than John Lydon. Bless him and his family.

[@chocolatetownforever7537]

You wanna hear something embarrassing? I felt the same way about Pauly Shore when I was a kid back in 1989.

[@dogrogers9250]

John is such an overly intelligent and brilliant person. Hope he rocks on for a long time!!!

[@ArianeVan]

Hear!! hear!!

[@guitarworks2546]

Hated the Pistols in the '70's.....but later came to realize that the manufactured hype was much of the cause....John is a REAL human...he is wonderfully down to earth and I just love his sense of self and how he views the world....no bullshit taken and none given! all the best Johnny...love ya man!

[@danieljoseph6686]

He's a character he got used to jt

[@citizen1163]

I live close to what is now the Emirates stadium (home of Arsenal football!) that's built on the childhood home of John Lydon. I often think of him when I walk down Benwell Road.

[@davidscargil9145]

I Love this Man. He has matured into a fine Man. His interviews are always interesting. I saw PiL live last Year and they were Fantastic.

[@THECLARENCES]

John is a legend!!! Saw PIL last year in San Francisco! xoxo The Clarences

[@trqsdays1]

I was a teenager in ‘77. THANK GOD MY GENERATION HAD JOHNNY

[@invisibleman1028]

This guy was ,and is a true individual.He meant so much to me when I was young.I had the chance to speak with him when he was doing an in-store record signing but I couldn't . I walked passed him while he was smoking a cig and just looked him in the eyes.He looked at me...that was it.I wish I'd had said something.I felt if I'd told him how much he meant to me,he would think I was a jerk.

[@mjkrbjcw]

Looks like he’s paid in butter for that advert

[@shaunwild8797]

LOL. He puts toast on his butter.

[@Longchain69]

Exactly what i thought lol.

[@JamieLeeKnoxville]

Definitive bloated old punk rocker there...jeez check your diet Johnny!

[@stephenkane2464]

Lmao

[@KAISER-OUTDOORS]

Bobo from Nothing but Trouble.

[@petersiddiqui1088]

Says it like it is. You have to respect this guy for what he’s achieved and his continued integrity

[@timcoppinger1361]

Your a legend. Still as sharp as a pin.

[@annasassin2470]

If we had a few more Johnny Rottens in the world, humanity would be a better place. Love and respect this man, a true Gentleman. ❤️

[@bennyhillschineseblokechar3689]

A total method actor too , he was playing Humpty Dumpty in pantomime in Brighton and had deliberately bulked up for it , against his doctors advice!

[@normanmacfarlane3049]

So sorry to hear about Johns troubles. Grew up with this guy. NMTB , Pistols , amazing . . . and Metal Box . . . PiL Two timeless classic records . I am with you mate 🤗

[@justinmoore3121]

He has always pointed out the importance of truth. He was talking about that in interviews from 77 . And I believe him because truth is all you need.

[@MeanManu]

I really liked this Linda Moulton Howe interview!

[@garybourke468]

Méchant Manu : Linda has nice arms .

[@ejheidkamp211]

I love John. He’s never changed. Keep doing your thing sir!

[@davidfoster622]

we all get old he is a legend Respect to him ..

[@tod3msn]

Good points!

[@DungeonStudio]

"A friendly bunch of sarcasm in the shitstem" - that says it all right there for me! There's two modes to making music - you're either trying, or you're doing. After so many years, I got sick of 'trying'. But John has forever been 'doing'. And much like The Green Mile or a Twilight Zone episode - he's forever cursed with it till the end. A blessing in one way. But then for all the personal issues, health and age, I'm surprised he's getting any fun out of it at all still. My hats off to you John!

[@y007p3]

What ever you might think about John, he has charisma in spades.

[@Woodrush01]

Such a lovely human being-funny,caring and always himself, A real legend.

[@DirtyMerkin]

Be Healthy Johnny.... Many Many People Love You ✌️🇦🇺

[@engelwyre]

Johnny's warmth comes across well in this interview. I wish him and his family well, many heavy burdens.

[@petegalloway2466]

Johnny is one of the most honest men on this planet. Says it as it is and stands by his opinion. Total respect Johnny. You are a legend mate. Hope you n yours health returns. And shame on the nay sayers with churlish comments. Life fkcs everybody eventually! No one gets out alive!

[@DrZaius75]

It's really shocking to see him so heavy. And he gained it all within the past couple of years, too.

[@ThatFilmisGnarly]

He has a thyroid issue, his brother/best friend died a couple years ago, and his wife has dementia. dont make fun of him.

[@jupitermoongauge4055]

Lydon is a moron

[@PartiallyAgonized]

Fuck, this man just blows me away. Way way way away. I just want to give him a hug.

[@adayinthelife5772]

He started off so stick like. Ironic. Love the guy

[@cricketbat09]

The DJ is so enthusiastic. She knows how to get the best from an interviewee.

[@Eire_Go_Deo]

Terrible news about his wife and brothers. Hang in there Johnny. The world loves you 💚

[@Wardell43]

Brucie Stormed out of North Carolina too, when he found out that he could go to a restroom with little girls.

[@gorfpatrol5482]

LOL..he supports those weird policies, and politicians who make them...

[@lazyjesus6573]

All the best to you & yours John ❤️

[@dirkdiggler6230]

A great man in the seedy world of popular music

[@jeffcrist2977]

Hey Johnny. Stay on top. I'd go see you over Springsteen.

[@deanrichards5223]

🤦🏻‍♂️

[@carlranger8060]

I'd see Milli Vanilli over Springsteen.

[@deanrichards5223]

@@carlranger8060 😂😂😂

[@michaelward9880]

You'd have to pay me to see Springsteen. A lot.

[@paulvon2378]

This was the best interview ever of Johhny Rotten. This girl is very good.

[@roberthubbell5981]

John, hope everything works out for you.

[@jetblack5115]

Take care lad. You are the spirit of freedom in the UK and we all need you healthy..

[@tsfbaf303]

What genius put the mic stand in the way of the camera?

[@TheOliverKraft]

it’s a radio show not a tv show

[@bonniewatts4922]

This is what you want- this is what you get! I was at that NYC Ritz show with curtain. New York audience pulled the curtain flooring from under them and it was "shows over!" Very unusual show.

[@letssticktogether0005]

Fantastic to see John Lydon, nice interview.

[@novo611]

Nice one. Because theres a lot of shallow hals making comments that atr coming from their assholes

[@ketoking9435]

Wishing John and his family well,,,I met 2 of the Pistols at there friend's place at Swiss Cottage,,, they played there music on a lil portable record player,,,later I grew to luv punk,,always will,,,

[@ianlawrence4256]

Love this guy and his honesty

[@hdgboy]

I bought Flowers of Romance when came out and it’s still my favorite Public Image Limited album.

[@lynseyjane8795]

I love this man!!

[@johnmcclellan9020]

We all get old and fat. So what it's part of life so live it. His mind and spirit are all there so listen and learn something.

[@ArianeVan]

I just adore Johnny. weight doesnt matter. Hes gorgeous to me ✊✊✊🦂🦂🦂😘😘😘💛💛💛

[@thejohnnyrottenhaters4309]

Ew

[@bonesawarm6987]

@@thejohnnyrottenhaters4309 bet ur boat race is ew and proper repulsive

[@williamstafford7968]

Bless you John, keep fighting the good fight!

[@tod3msn]

I wish I could have loved punk more but aside from a group here or there I was primarily a John Lydon fan. He was the extent of my interest in punk but he was enough because he was incredibly real and genuine. He remains so today. I loved how he busted Dick Clark's chops with his bizarre off the wall appearance on American Bandstand. American Bandstand was great but having Lydon's antics on the show made it better. John Lydon is a true giant in music. Sorry about your family, John. Blessings to them.

[@Dermot2927]

You're right...I consider myself a punk fan but when I actually think about it, there was only the Pistols, the Clash, not-quite-punk bands like the Stranglers and the Banshees, second division plodders like the Lurkers, maybe the Vibrators, and the rest was rubbish. Stuff like Eater, Slaughter and the Dogs, just bereft of any talent and with no legacy. The proof of the pudding was the great music that Lydon continued to make (members of the Clash too, plus the Stranglers and the Banshees went on to make many great albums).

[@Chriswoodworker]

John Lydon is the first to call people fat like he did to Johny Vagas.