Rick Astley: ‘I Don’t Regret Retiring From Music at 27-Years-Old’ | This Morning

[@hernar2]

Great interviewers. They didn’t interrupt him. There was a good flow in their conversation

[@tonymagdua8324]

Kelly Ripa should take note of this. DON'T INTERUPT THE GUEST YOU ARE INTERVIEWING WHILE THEY ARE TALKING!! That is very annoying to the viewers at home, that's why I stopped watching her morning show.😪😪

[@swartstudio]

I'm a fan in the US. I adore this interview and the honesty from Rick. What a wonderful conversation. Thank you!

[@rajnirvan3336]

I remember him being popular in USA too

[@hirsch4155]

Just a down to earth northern lad who blew up. Top bloke.

[@intelligenceofacertainkind]

He's a good lad. That comes through.

[@Babesinthewood97]

I agree. Down to earth, mature, clever nice lad.

[@DianneClewes]

Just shows what a talented guy he is, to stop at 27 then come back to great success at 50.

[@mkptrsn]

Closer to 60

[@SusieDiamondYT]

@@mkptrsn His album called 50 that he released at the age of 50 in 2016 was a number 1 album and a great come back

[@billnegron1057]

​@SusieDiamondYT not a great comeback

[@DianneClewes]

@@billnegron1057 I disagree, his comeback album reached No.1 in the UK charts & his follow up Beautiful Life reached No.6. He has sell out concerts all around the world & played Glastonbury. A lot of artists have flopped trying to comeback but not our Rick.

[@chuckshartz2722]

He’s been in demand more than he ever would have imagined after 20 years of being in the dark abyss of obscurity… and it all started with an random internet joke Rick Astley is an example of how a meme helped someone relaunching their entire career, rather than hurt him like most memes do

[@lmankj]

He looks great

[@kimchow6918]

I love Rick Astley, his voice and his songs! He still has a great voice and still look amazing!!

[@NellieKAdaba]

I feel the same.

[@mrsnichols914]

He’s such a beautiful person! 💜🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿💜

[@beverleyreid563]

how do you know for sure?

[@Ana-wt7xf]

🙏🙏🙏🙏 I'm so happy you got therapy and not drugs and you're still here to delight us with your music and fantastic voice 🤗🩷🙌🙌🙌☀️☀️☀️☀️

[@Jquintan3]

Never gonna give you up, my Favorite Rick Ashley song. I miss the 80’s

[@GWU-VideoSoul]

YEP....THAT WAS HIS ONLY HIT SONG...💯 NICE LITTLE CATCHY TUNE 👌🏾 THOUGH 😎✌🏾

[@jonleibow3604]

@@GWU-VideoSoul He had more hits. Together Forever, Whenever You Need Somebody

[@GWU-VideoSoul]

@@jonleibow3604 STILL A THREE HIT ONLY WONDER.....HIS SHIP HAS SAILED THIRTY YEARS AGO ⛵️ AND IT WILL NOT BE BACK.....THAT'S WHY WE HAVE ROBIN THICKE 👍🏾AND HE'S SKATING ON THIN ICE💯💯✌🏾

[@avengemybreath3084]

Never heard of it

[@beverleyreid563]

Cannot say I blame him. He listened to his heart. Good on you Rick.

[@christopherg9806]

He comes across as a down-to-earth. I wasn't a fan pop back in the day, but I now grasp that he has tremendous talent. But more admirably, he does things on his own terms.

[@mkader2494]

As a kid, I loved him and his music. What a fine older gentleman he has become. Stay humble and well, Sir.

[@alwaysblake148]

Terrific interview, so easy and real. Interesting that this lovely humble gentleman is one of the greatest international icons in pop music history.

[@brianamosley2002]

Together Forever. Never gonna give you up

[@kichigan1]

Much respect for him. His humanity is more important than future fading fame. Great dude. I came here because I was listening to Cry for Help. I love his stuff.

[@NellieKAdaba]

My favourite song.

[@snookerthedog9935]

Such a nice guy... Great singer, performer, but mainly a great thinker!

[@lucasrem]

snookerthedog9935 I was a bit younger, what he did was just mad, Stock Aiken and waterman, living in his house. that is if you like Xbox, go live at Bill gates...

[@n.v.1173]

Oh my goodness! Love Rick A.! His songs were the best. 🥰💃🏻🌟

[@ThatGenXvirgo]

I had no idea he wasn’t American. I was a child at the height of the popularity of Never Give You Up and never heard any of his other music. I’m glad he’s doing well.

[@AlbertMonkey]

A lot of people thought he was black before they saw him coz of his voice

[@jeanlannin9828]

Sending Love and Happiness from Canada ❤🎉

[@michelleosborne1431]

What a beautiful singing voice! His style & sound especially in Never Going To Give You Up, was very mesmerizing.

[@lorip4413]

I’m so glad he walked away although we still wanted him performing .. He was a huge deal 💯

[@thehealthjunkie8996]

glad to see he never sold his soul to the industry.

[@laminage]

He was so well adjusted compared to some of the UK Popstars who fell on hard times like Kavanaugh aka "Kav". I feel that the UK Music Scene is more intense and when they fall they fall even harder than their us counterparts. Did his Father have anger management issues or was he bipolar? At 27 he dotted the i and crossed the t and at 27 Andy Gibb (1958-1998) lost it all to addiction and alcoholism.

[@johnmc3862]

Lol! His music is pop. Nothing special about it only it sold a lot.

[@kguerr197]

​@@johnmc3862But "Never Going To You Up" became a generational meme of all memes. And anybody who is fan of 80's pop which is a lot more than you think; he's an icon. His vocals are phenomenal. Not many has his voice. What are you doing with your life?

[@pattiburton9976]

Love him so much! Gorgeous voice!

[@jasonfarr9252]

If you were subscribed to Columbia House in the late 80s, you had his album on tape:)

[@marybrady7661]

Lovely guy with amazing voice and a great story of true life that most of us been through great inspiration and artist got the book and the music Love from Ireland and me. 💚🌹💚🎶🎧📙

[@brickcitybrownchick]

This is so fascinating. Glad to hear he was able to get emotionally healthy.

[@SB-mw1bg]

Rick's hair is still outstanding.

[@amanda32817]

i remember going to see him in concert, so amazing.

[@GiuseppePascuale928]

This felt a bit rushed but Rick seems so genuine in the answers he is given the time to provide. It seemed he was open to share more but then the time elapses.

[@50mill-nb2em]

Great interview - love him and I still Rick Roll people ❤

[@Smiley-fv8zi]

He was so talented and adorable!

[@triplet3023]

Lovely man, sounds like a lovely husband and dad! An AMAZING singer and voice!

[@venusohara]

I had no idea that he was such an interesting guy!

[@CornwallGhosts]

You should listen to him sing the smiths

[@torilea8104]

@@CornwallGhostsyeah he does a really good version of the Smiths, I was super surprised and impressed.

[@karladuncan4026]

I loved him then and I love him now! ❤

[@comeconcon569]

He didn't really have a long musical career like other British superstars. he became very popular in the 80s.

[@tonant4168]

Did you actually listen to what he said? 🤦🏽‍♂️

[@dp4008]

His voice tone was so nice I loved his music and he seemed such a wonderful personality on interviews. Sounds like he made the best choice I’m sure saved his life. He listened to his inner self.

[@rizalukman7982]

Thank you for the video.I misséd Rick Astley.I think he retires as a singer at a very young age

[@AdamF1972]

His audiobook is BRILLIANT!

[@bunnybubs757]

Where to purchase ? Listen?

[@AdamF1972]

Google play books too

[@Bagpuss7]

Good for you Rick 😊so happy for you 🌟👏🇬🇧

[@pannyprada]

He's the type who would never give up.

[@alopey_]

Rick: "So I'm 27, I'm Gonna Give You Up, music industry!"

[@manojfernando1028]

LOVE RICK ASTELY. HE HAS A UNIQUE VOICE

[@lemurianchick]

Great head of hair!

[@momma3204]

I will never forget when I first heard him sing Never Gunna Give You Up in the mid 80s, I WAS LIKE HOLY JESUS WHAT A VOICE! 🤩🎶🎤🎶🤩Very talented and one of the few with common sense! I still enjoy his songs from the 80s!

[@alexandermatthewsmusic]

I loved Britain's Amy, wish all those other musicians that ended everything at 27 in other ways packed it up to a life surrounded by family. Thanks for sharing ❤️

[@oksana7301]

The audio book version was excellent and a bonus that it was Rick actually reading it Now I need to get the hard cover

[@olikat8]

May not be the biggest fan of his "Hits," he has talent & seems to be the kind of guy that would be cool to hang out with. Rick can poke fun at himself, have a good time but quite level-headed

[@tompettersson3814]

Never.........................................................................................................................GONNA GIVE YOU UP!!!!

[@awsinger1]

He looked 40 when he was in his 20s and he still looks 40 now at almost 60!

[@lucasrem]

he is the same old man now, still old, lol

[@Melinda8162]

@@lucasrem 😄 He 'was old'....at 27?? I remember him, I really liked his songs. Then didn't hear any more form him. I had a nephew who really liked him. He passed away, I always remember how he loved this guy's music.

[@timdelph2747]

@@Melinda8162 so sorry about your nephew

[@Melinda8162]

@@timdelph2747 Thank you. You’re very kind. ❤️He was a good soul…always respectful to me and family. I miss him as he was the only nephew I had.

[@timdelph2747]

@@Melinda8162 You are welcome. And he sounded very nice.

[@lincarrey]

I'm a big Astley fan. He looks like a great guy.

[@sonminorimitsuu2838]

What a lovely lad.

[@Mars-qx7mq]

Was anybody else relieved not to get Rickrolled on this video?

[@dubreg6711]

nice man and good interview

[@andreat3627]

Rick looks fantastic!!!

[@MarthaMansbridge]

I love the fact he’s watched Kylie’s later career - her move to BMG, the big summer shows, Glastonbury, Christmas the Albert Hall and quite literally taken inspiration from that. I mean that in a positive way. Seeing them both on stage together was by far one of the best moments in pop in the last 10 years for many people. Nobody would ever have imagined Kylie and Rick would do that in their 50’s whilst riding career highs.

[@sharonhughes1538]

I love him he is gorgeous 😍

[@theEnlightenedpsychologist]

Rick Astley on *This Morning* was a mix of honesty and humor: he’s dropping a biography now because, as he puts it, "I'm getting on a bit." Growing up with a strict dad gave him "mood swing training" and, well, therapy was a lifesaver post-pop career. He quit music at 27 to be a family man-like trading pizza for salad, but he insists it was worth it. A fear of flying helped his “retirement” along, because being an international star without boarding a plane is tricky. His comeback to the stage? Purely because his family “encouraged” him with a Japan trip, reminding him the joy of live music. And yeah, he roomed with Pete Waterman in his early days-‘80s rockstar reality TV with tea and sandwiches. Now, he’s ready to sing *Never Gonna Give You Up* at the Royal Albert Hall, because what says “Christmas” more than a Rick-roll?

[@staffh3815]

Great hair

[@Booboonancy]

Very smart man.

[@TomClarkSouthLondon]

*LEGEND* 👍⭐️

[@20thcenturyboy85]

LOVE the music! THANK YOU!!!

[@farerse]

he still doesn't give up , let down or hurt anyone. a man of his words!

[@MsJedeyeKnight]

Smart man. Awesome singer. Never Gonna Give You Up and Together Forever are two of my all-time fave pop songs.

[@MikeUIibarri]

Dude's got some head of hair!

[@SamuelJones-v8x]

Rick astley was very smart to retire because he made so many great hit songs❤🎉🎉😊😊😊😊... Slow songs and Dance Hits he did it all!!!!.... Love all of his music to this very day🎉🎉🎉

[@MrXentinel]

Rick Astley stopped at 27.. He didn't join the 27 club! The way he has handled the biggest comeback after meme.. is truly amazing..

[@BlackSheep-83]

I collected records when it wasn’t a trend and I had both his albums. I think he’s become more handsome as he’s aged. ❤

[@YC-dx5vl]

US fan that absolutely loves your music, especially Never Gonna Give You Up."

[@Angel-um4u]

Wise man!!!And a great voice❤

[@lionheartroar3104]

I love "Cry For Help". Astley classic!

[@dommccaffry3802]

He's a really great guy i think

[@lucasrem]

not a guy for the job, sorry

[@bxpress6507]

Such a breath of fresh air watching this😊getting to really know rick..he was part of my life growing up even over the pond😊but what I really like I was not Rick rolled!😂😂until I saw the comments!😮😂😂😂

[@dontbeobsessive]

I am a woman and I think he is so handsome back then, and today.

[@AndyMangele]

He's absolutely spot on when he talks about therapy!

[@JaysonSherlock]

Absolutely MASSIVE respect for Rick. Amazing human. Well played sir.

[@jolanda3692]

Hi Rick, Thank you for the music😘

[@cecilb.brooks2739]

Rick Astley What a very beautiful and humble man. Love all of his music very gifted. ❤️🎼🎶🎙🎶❤️🎼❤️

[@ApPersonaNonGrata]

I came here expecting to get Rick Rolled; was not disappointed.

[@AnnetteNobin-d6y]

Beautiful. You have eased my mind. Tx

[@silviosirianni9260]

Class act

[@BneiAnusim]

Still has great hair! 🤣

[@NellieKAdaba]

Yes

[@johnmc3862]

The hair never left him!!

[@laminage]

When I first heard the song back in the day, I thought he was Black. he never did american bandstand or soul train 😢. He did do a local dance show in New Jersey that Kelly Ripa hosted when she was also playing Hayley on All My Children.

[@RocStarr913]

Likely because he was an outsider to the American music industry networking. He and Kylie Minogue were arguably the most successful in America to come out of the PWL stable. Astley didn’t do much promotion in America, but was the most successful out of the PWL stable solely because of his voice and because his hit singles in America fit enough what was popular there at the time.

[@mas3darlings]

Authentic!

[@janly1613]

The word should be " quit " not retiring. Nobody at 27 yrs can retire from a job. They walk away & quit what they were doing.

[@GitDatPC]

Cry For Help 🙌❤

[@Tomomi-i7g]

Welcome to Japan❤❤❤❤❤ Please Please we love you🎉🎉🎉🎉

[@stephenfermoyle4578]

it's all a out ''the trenchcoat''. no one on the Planet made a trench coat so famous....except the Inspector C. the pink panther

[@CapricornSunAndMoon]

I'm very curious to read the book. I obviously loved his song as a kid from Canada but... I am always curious about the family dynamic of pop-stars and I had no idea he quit at 27. It seem a lot of pop-stars rise to fame and the parents are not around clearly, o they don't know what they are ACTUALLY going through emotionally. Every kid grown up without their parents knowing everything but, to be famous and touring is a different level.

[@PeterVal-g9w]

Too cool. My favorite artist. You are AWESOME Rick. 😊

[@d8ngdeld8ng]

🕺 My 7-year old in the 80s' dancing in front of cabinet like enclosed TV: "Never gonna give you up..." 😁

[@chrisgoffe5048]

..yeah it was huge in New Zealand 🇳🇿

[@PatriciaRodriguez-dm7oc]

Great human

[@LisaS-v5k]

Please Please come to Japan again！！！

[@harryjones-haroldine]

Who's the male host 😀 I've seen him somewhere before 😀

[@inblack-d9d]

his haircut is timeless and forever

[@IrmaBenedetti-s6j]

Y'all, in 2006, an American from Nebraska created the Rickrolled meme. April 2023, Sky Elements Rickrolled the entire city of Austin, Texas! Thanks, Sky Elements, No one can top this! "We Rickrolled the entire city of Austin Texas with 600 drones" ✌️🇺🇸🇮🇱

[@marathi22]

Retired at 27. Even though he promised he was never gonna give us up.

[@Sayres434]

Fantastic stuff , very talented smart man.

[@FreeAsABird53]

My favorite song period. 🎶Never gonna give you up, never gonna let you down 🙃🙃🙃