The Cure Acceptance Speech at the 2019 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony

[@masterofmen7438]

I saw him in a black taxi last month in SE London and I pointed to my heart then pointed to him. He smiled and waved.

[@tessafosho2023]

that’s beautiful. he is a god. the king. i’m so jealous but you got that moment and i love that so much. he’s the real icon and so underrated

[@lisaparkhill682]

👉🏻✨❤️✨👋🏻 🥰👍🏻😊

[@jodyhill5624]

Lovely story ❤

[@BirdTalk13]

Awesomeness!❤

[@grahamhill9499]

Bollocks

[@Capillus]

Robert Smith is the only celebrity that has appeared in South Park and wasn't mocked - instead, he was the hero of the episode. He is a great geezer.

[@MalMotorDedo]

What bout Radiohead?

[@cjhenderson61]

What episode?

[@d.l.mistrot6747]

There was a Halloween episode with the band Korn and they weren't mocked

[@mivvy3182]

Ozzy Osbourne killed two birds with one stone.

[@Jr.barkeep]

Brian boitano - “am I a joke to you??”

[@RyansCustomShopandGearOutlet]

"I'm no good with stories and stuff, and I'm a very bad communicator, generally," says one of the greatest songwriters of all times. All of Robert's songs are vivid stories. I've listened to The Cure since I bought the Kiss Me, Kiss Me, Kiss Me cassette in 1987. I saw it on the shelf in the mall music store while on an out of town high school choir trip. I bought it because I liked the artwork. I'd never heard of The Cure before in my small Texas town, and Kiss Me sent me down a rabbit hole and beyond. My first Cure concert was the Disintegration Tour at the Starplex Amphitheatre in Dallas, TX in 1989. Ah, such memories. Every Cure song takes me back to a special moment in my life that I will cherish forever. Thank you, Robert Smith!

[@hardastern5447]

Well said. Similar story here. Loved them from the early days and saw them twice in concert in England; London and Birmingham. Still just like heaven...

[@RyansCustomShopandGearOutlet]

@@hardastern5447 very cool! The Disintegration tour show was so inspiring. I was only 16 at the time, and it opened my eyes to the world of new music.

[@markusantonio4866]

Great story. My late older brother bought Kiss Me Kiss Me on cassette. I remember when he brought it home it was a long cardboard box that the cassette came in. It was like how the cds use to come in boxes. I’ve never seen cassettes come in like that.

[@pennyroyalt2542]

@@hardastern5447 Birmingham for me, and you can never look back!. Kudos to all. ✌

[@pennyroyalt2542]

Much love to you and yours bud. ✌

[@tcswag801]

People say he's such a strange character but in actuality he's normal compared to all the narcissistic swine that fills the entertainment business .

[@chronicallykathy2876]

He seeemslucidhere!

[@Enoughyoufool]

on point!!

[@martyhargroder2481]

Floating a tad

[@anafleitas2988]

He's SO sweet. Has always been.

[@ectoplasmicfeedback1480]

He's so kind, so honest, and has this pure integrity that you rarely see in a person. He's also one of the greatest poets ever. I usually would say something like "The Cure is arguably the best rock band of all time." But i'm starting to think it isn't arguable anymore.

[@shortallliam3142]

He's such a shy, genuinely humble guy, despite all of the fame and stardom, a nice guy all in all.

[@williamwilkes8177]

Yep.......

[@williamwilkes8177]

The band as a whole change personally..............always friendly,..,..........a little quiet.....,.....l don't blame them........

[@williamwilkes8177]

A genuine person with good qualities...........shy.........the jury is out.........

[@mariadaugbjerg6141]

It is kind of funny , i just said the exactly same words to my son for about a half our ago.

[@noname-nu6oo]

So true

[@mtimm001]

As a middleaged black woman who is just discovering this band' s music...Im just swept away at every song! Glad to be a part of one of the most beautiful fan clubs ever!...you guys are awesome 🎉

[@brreezy421]

Hell yeah!

[@FraginDrag]

Disintegration lives on my Apple Playlist

[@Meeka.G19]

Welcome to the club ❤ I will always be a “Faith” and “Seventeen Seconds” kind of girl. That was the beginning of my beautiful 40 year journey with The Cure.

[@densitypop]

You should see them live if you get the chance! They are just incredible live. :)

[@MrVegasdeuce]

Live is definitely the key. Anywhere from 2 1/2 to 3 hours of joyous yet ominous bliss...🖤

[@teressapettinella8061]

From one introverted weirdo to another... Robert you are a breath of fresh air.

[@monsieurluciferdiablo6871]

💙

[@ww7883]

How many of his lyrics hit home for us weirdos?

[@detroitshook]

✊❤️

[@sketchyold]

He gives a pretty good performance and speech for an introvert.

[@williamwilkes8177]

I absolutely love the diversity in their music.........and so much more........

[@pjhelbig]

"We love you too. That's the point." Pure class

[@williamwilkes8177]

Gotta agree...............a quick, quip too..........good luck..........Camden, London.......

[@36jimmyboy]

What a weird person 🥸

[@terryoquinn8199]

Robert Smith seems to be such a genuine person and I love that . That’s very hard to find these days . Thanks for everything Robert ! Take care .

ZERO rock stardom idiocy, still humble after decades of huge success, no ridiculous scandals and other screams for attention. Robert Smith and The Cure are simply awesome. Sometimes the music is good enough to speak for itself.

[@ectoplasmicfeedback1480]

I really think they're the greatest rock band of all time. That it's always arguable to me with most great bands. But The Cure? 17 Seconds? Faith? Pornography? Freaking Wish?!! Paris, which is one of the three or four truly amazing live albums, like, ever made, alongside(well, better than, actually) say, Kiss Alive or Nirvana Unplugged?? Man, they're the one.

[@joey0077d]

You hit it right on!

[@flachlandbraut]

Da sachste was!

[@ledhernanadez2065]

Bro there not the greatest rock and roll band ever. That’s pretty far out opinion. I don’t think there even Top 10 maybe top 20 but damn the cure ain’t the greatest of them all.

[@jacquelineiona1996]

Well said! 👍💖

[@ACrackInTheWall2006]

It meant a lot to me that Robert thanked the fans. That means he thanked me. I have been collecting Cure music for 21 years now.

[@justinmacdonald321]

People collect stamps. No one collects music.

[@selinaogorman8380]

Means a lot to me also am huge fan as many so I love you to Robert DONT ever stop making incredible music.

[@apsarasangreal84]

33 years now. Disintegration got me thru rehab!

[@danielethier2015]

@@justinmacdonald321 i have an outstanding album collection.. What dictionary do you read from??

[@justinmacdonald321]

@@danielethier2015 you actually sit down & read the dictionary? You sound so boring!!

[@salomey5]

Aww. Robert is so endearingly awkward, and at the same time, he seems genuinely delighted. Great band, great artist, and a more than well-deserved induction.

[@GypsyChiqueOriginal]

"Endearingly awkward" ... a perfect choice of words. I love it! And it's so true ... he looks as uncomfortable speaking now as he did in his interviews decades ago. He can't be anyone but himself, and at 45, I still look up to him as a role model for being authentic and sincere even when I feel like I should hide.

[@smugsock]

"..I'm no good with stories and stuff, and I'm a very bad communicator..." - The guy who has written some of the best music of our generation

[@JohnnyLREACTS]

It's because he is a true artist. Most comfortable in his element, when on stage performing...

[@examichelle]

-The guy who has put into precise words and conveyed with his voice, what so many people feel and couldn't express

[@irisklug-gramer8339]

He makes a fragile impression, he seems to be a very sensitive person ❤😊

[@yogawithjoy6360]

❤ right? 😊😊

[@mot00rzysta]

Communicating with people irl and writing music are different things, tell this to all the 719 dumbass people who pressed like on your comment. You're welcome :>

[@dradamlomas2100]

"We love you, too. That's the point"

[@GaryColemanNC]

He's so fucking sweet...

[@rekatamasfalvi9170]

Thats the point ;)

[@detroitshook]

I loved that quote too, and I love you back friend.

[@morbidlyobeserobocop3038]

Beautiful

[@ArmedAssailant]

omg, Robert Smith is freakin adorable. He's as uncomfortable as anyone who's not a megastar would be standing in front of a massive crowd.

[@juliebraden6911]

He looks like a corpse.

[@JKDVIPER]

He’s always been sensitive

[@luannabbate2624]

It's always the geniuses that are the most humble. I adore him!!!!

[@rachelbrouard1240]

@@luannabbate2624 i adore him too

[@nathaniansmith2169]

He's clearly a fellow introvert and I love that about him

[@georgegriffiths1437]

you can clearly see he is who he is and isn’t playing a ‘character’ just a genuinely nice guy

[@williamwilkes8177]

They all are... RIP Andrew...

[@nickrank919]

One of those rare voices that sounds exactly the same live as he does on his album..... awesome

[@williamwilkes8177]

I love Cure, Bezuss Taylor............from the Dead , Beefheart, Zep', Joni......... ..et al........a quick ramble.........l always thought of the Cure as Bowie said.........eccentric........but so English.& brilliantly dark - witty.......heartbreakingly good...........give another southern English band....."Wet Leg", a try........thousands have already.......but if you wanna smile, try them.........

[@dorellusthagod]

And a voice that sounds consistent throughout the years like smh his voice hasn't aged one bit

[@Piruette0]

@@dorellusthagod exactly! 2 days ago I was lucky to be at his concert - his voice is as young as at the beginning of his career. Unbelievable!

[@mylesanderson8475]

Fact

[@JohnnyLREACTS]

Yes, it's 'just like a dream...'

[@Gladiator0719]

Robert has never lost the 80's look, no matter how old he gets.

[@esoniqplyr1]

@@peeder1417 He was ahead of his time back in the 80's..thusly, the worlds finally caught up!

[@richardwright4809]

@@peeder1417Robert is his authentic self and I think that’s a beautiful thing.

[@dekedarracott2326]

@@peeder1417 You know what's tragic Peeder? Can ya guess? You coming back to comment over and over again during a 3 month time span. Why did you even click on this video in the first place? Sounds like maybe you're jealous of an extreme talent you'll never have, despite looks.

[@mt.shasta6097]

Well, I see that someone has gained a lot of weight. Gone are the glory days.

[@GothJedi]

@@mt.shasta6097 Everyone has their time in the sun. Play your cards right and maybe you can bask in the glory yourself. But one day you won’t look so hot either. Difference is, will you have anything to look back on? Have you lived a life worth remembering?

[@bobbyfrancis3263]

The first time I heard The Cure as a young teen, I felt like I wasn’t the only one who was awkward, alone, happy, in pain and misunderstood. Loved them ever since!

[@ectoplasmicfeedback1480]

Right on. That's maybe the best thing Robert or the Cure has done for humanity.

[@williamwilkes8177]

A neat, humane comment........stay well.....

[@ericdavidwallace]

I guess that’s the power of music 🎶

[@williamwilkes8177]

Please live in our fucked up world.........you can still love the core............just join in and get to know people.........even by writing, you are one step nearer...........nothing to lose........you may even like yourself................

[@williamwilkes8177]

I dunno who the core are..........gonna blame the ' phone..........london, middle of the night.........sounds eerie............wind up time.........

[@mjglover4013]

Robert Smith always was and still is a very genuine, down-to-earth, modest man who has deserved every shred of success in his career. No arrogance just talent. He has my respect anyway. Smith is still married (since 1988) to his wife for whom he wrote the song ‘Love Song’as a wedding present.

[@williamwilkes8177]

The Cure line - ups have always fluctuated but this simply has seemed to add more variety to there excellent music......

[@williamwilkes8177]

"their",......apologies......

[@yogijaya2897]

Many songs are written about Mrs Mary

[@monalisainperson7141]

Stable in his uniqueness.

[@tiredofit4761]

He’s is genuine. What else would you want to be?

[@kaomicruce1982]

When he said, “I’m terrible at communicating..” NO SIR. You have been communicating and telling the story of my heart for 40 years. And I love you DEEPLY for it…🙏🏻❤️

[@halredlus4614]

isnt it funny, that was my thought too. for a terrible communicator i always thought he kind of hit it on the head what i was thinking and felt when i was a kid in the early 80's, and how i wished i could communicate some of the things he said in his songs to some of the people in my life at the time. Now in my 50's i've tried a lot harder to be this free. it's not such a bad way to be. I'll credit him a good bit for that. If he can do it why cant i?

[@yoozy1]

Ffs, even after all these years Robert's voice is still heavenly

[@user-vo6pe9ok9c]

british 🤬

[@alezsides]

@@user-vo6pe9ok9c bri ish

[@ianturnbow7011]

Is it… just like heaven?

[@ChadBest-ug8uo]

Married for 33 years. Respect for this legend!

[@pixelfrenzy]

...and many of his best songs inspired by that loving relationship.

[@suziederkins3310]

Just one guy who walked his own path. A genuine guy, genius song writer and stayed true to himself and his music. And he's still knocking out great gigs. Much respect Robert

[@emmajones9470]

the 'bad communicator' who, along with the others, has communicated more to me than most people who've spoken to me.

[@Shelsight]

Perfectly communicated Emma. Truly. No-one has ever spoken to me or articulated how I feel like Robert Smith and The Cure. You got it 100%…

[@sorayaaskari9171]

❤️

[@williamwilkes8177]

@@sorayaaskari9171wot.......

[@charleslockey2673]

Yes, that's the irony of it. Seems like a genuinely good person. All Time classic band

[@lisalisa4576]

I discovered The Cure when I was 14 years old. Not to be dramatic but they changed my life.

[@carlahaiduk1878]

Yes I can say the same. Love the cure.

[@Georgian1717]

Oh they do!

[@oregepotse]

I can say the same too - since I discovered the cure, I was 14! Such artful mastery and sound scapes that reflect the entire escarpment of human emotion - lyrics so raw and beautifully meaningful - we are blessed to share such creativity and longevity of excellence!

[@420greatestqueen]

Me too!

[@GypsyChiqueOriginal]

Same here! Summer camp ... 1992 ... or 1991. Too long ago to pinpoint, but I'm there with you. They changed a LOT of lives! And you can never be too dramatic for fellow Cure fans. You're in a safe space!

[@sapodilla25]

My eyes fill with tears everytime he talks or smiles. He is so simple and lovely and kind and probably the most favourite uncle of his family 😍

[@jw6948]

What a kind humble guy. I love that he is such an awkward weirdo.

[@TJBall-go3gv]

I thought the same also! But he must loose the lipstick.

[@humanactivated1017]

He’s not weird anymore , lipstick is nothing compared to having a sex change

[@lilianmaher2809]

Me too

[@the_henchman4268]

We all love his weird and awkwardness! Without that he wouldn't be Robert Smith

[@michaelscott9026]

I’m weird and awkward so it’s a comfort to me.

[@morr8387]

I hope I never forget the moment I heard "Kiss Me, Kiss Me, Kiss Me." I was fifteen, forty eight now. Love this band!

[@vnys]

Brian Morrison similar story, saw the «why can’t i be you» video on sky channel at 15 and was hooked inmediately. spent the next couple of years trying to look like robert smith.

[@esaudonline9113]

I was 19. My college roommate put it in the cassette player insisting I listen to it and I was absolutely sold when I heard the first track The Kiss. Such a fantastic song and album.

[@markpaulo269]

when "play for today" came out I was 17 at the time well nothing has been the same since.

[@deathm0100]

Much respect, sir.

[@AH-rl9ev]

My favorite album of theirs. I was in high school and this other student in one my classes gave me the CD for free. He said he didn't really care for it. I listened to it that evening and that was IT! For me. I still have the CD and listen to it....

[@LIBREPUB]

I saw the cure live and Robert had a cold that night. The was a little raspy, but still sounded amazing. He sincerely apologized repeatedly throughout almost a 2 hr concert. It was one of the best shows I’ve ever seen. The Cure are legends.

[@arenmoore2516]

I guess he didn't have the cure afterall?

[@kaylalezabeth7175]

@@arenmoore2516 lol, okay, that was pretty funny! 😂

[@arenmoore2516]

@@kaylalezabeth7175 I went for it... didn't look back... guess it turned out well

[@GothJedi]

@@arenmoore2516To keep what you have, you have to give it away

[@brhelodrvr]

First time I saw him (Head On The Door Tour), I heard that he had the flu. Even if he wasn't sick to that extent, he was clearly not doing well. That didn't stop him from delivering a spectacular performance that night.

[@PauloRoberto-wq6og]

Robert Smith is a poet!

[@tonymanfredi6844]

A true legendary artist, one of the best vocalist of our time to ever grace the stage.

[@elviejonodamasoficial]

Yes!!!!!! The one!!!!!!!

[@succulentqueen7737]

Yes.Someday his poetic lyrics will published and studied amongst English majors in college.

[@nitelillie]

Robert is poet...slash....blues man....slash...alter ego aka The Cure. *wink*

[@ectoplasmicfeedback1480]

He's one of the great poets. I place him with Rimbaud, Whitman, Dickinson or St. Vincent Millay.

[@taffycat93]

I cannot imagine a more gracious entertainer than Robert Smith. 💋💋💋

[@brianholmes5638]

Wow! Very well deserved. Congratulations to The Cure!

[@robertsmith5744]

I try, what can I say.

[@dalbriggss]

The Cure was the band who molded new wave music in the 80-90’s. I always loved them for being so original and unique. Congrats!

[@brandonshaw7619]

Wayne coyne

[@taffycat93]

@Robert Wally best comment EVER! 😁👍🏼

[@SKFirstEditions]

This is one of the most endearing things I've ever seen. What a gentle, grateful speech.

[@evrik78]

This guy has a beautiful soul, as beautiful as his music!

[@williamwilkes8177]

He loves gardening,...........ask him to autograph your marrow.

[@williamwilkes8177]

It is not a dark art...........unless all gardening folk descend from those murdered in Salem..............by loopy bible bashers........

[@williamwilkes8177]

I believe they sailed to bring pain on the folk of another country...............less Thanksgiving..........more thankchrist they sailed into the sunset..........and it's storms........

[@hectormorales5974]

I love the Cure.....thanks England

[@franmellor9843]

Your welcome

[@ukkovuorela4196]

@@franmellor9843 you're

[@franmellor9843]

@@ukkovuorela4196 wrong tense on *your* part...see what I did there ?

[@ukkovuorela4196]

@@franmellor9843 what

[@franmellor9843]

@@ukkovuorela4196 possessive tense !! You Americans !lololololololololol

[@VikDFW]

Can't imagine a world without The Cure. They have been transcendental in the epoch of my life, and that of many others.

[@c.w_]

And he was in Siouxsie & the Banshees too! What a legend!

[@BrxIghtside]

Where he got his look

[@stopbunsen]

I remember him saying that being a Banshee taught him to be a better musician too

[@daisy_flowerpetal]

I never realised that

[@mellisb]

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[@mellisb]

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[@shaylinmonk9208]

Oddly enough probably the most normal person the music industry. Such a great guy.

[@mandachevanin]

A am from Russia. I'm really happy to hear Robert's english! Fantastic! Not even start to talk about the music of him, this story of love is too long. He is one of the greatest musicians of the world!!!!!!!

[@kermitbagnes902]

I really like how the first thing he does is thank Trent Reznor and praise him for his work. Such a humble guy.

[@williamwilkes8177]

Jeeezzzzzzz...........another Monday,,..........not a Bangle in sight...........l need a cure ...........

[@williamwilkes8177]

He is just a clever bloke from Blackpool..........that always freaks people...............

[@williamwilkes8177]

An honorary Londoner......

[@williamwilkes8177]

Watch a film....."wristcutters", ..............not as maudlin as it sounds...........l know who likes it..........

[@Bellasie1]

As a GenXer, I feel that we were truly privileged in our youth with the best musicians and so much variety and artistic talent to choose from.

[@lessismore8533]

Yes wish I was an 80s teen

[@jelkel25]

​@@lessismore8533 It wasn't an easy time in the UK, you could get beaten up just going to the shops for looking different. The music is what made it worth it. Never saw The Cure but saw Bob with the Banshees, another bunch who loved their fans.

[@therealwilfreddierkes9980]

@@jelkel25I so love how some people call him Bob. It’s delicious.

[@therealwilfreddierkes9980]

From Heavy Metal, to Goth, to New Wave, and Hip Hop, I loved and still do, it all. Sprinkle in a little Asia, Tom Petty & Eddie Money, and I’m a happy gal. (Oh no. Did I say, gal? Oof. I’m old.) lol

[@anovemberstar]

Robert is one of few who get more gorgeous, in every sense of the word, as he gets older. ❤️

[@PerrySkyePhoenix]

Yes! Agreed!

[@Mojosfire]

I absolutely love that he also made sure to thank his fans. I've seen so many celebrities who have accepted awards and never bothered to mention their gratitude for their fans, and it seems some of them forget that their fans are what helped them in their success as well. Thank you Robert Smith and thank you The Cure, I have also loved your music for many years now.

[@robertsmith2119]

Hello, How are you doing? It’s nice seeing you you here

[@PerrySkyePhoenix]

Fans can be fickle Af tho. I can see why most artists don't bother to thank the fans.

[@SteveSingsThings]

Robert is so wonderfully awkward and self conscious of it. It showed a lot of courage for him to speak from the heart like that.

[@zolastic]

"We love you too, that's the point". Floored me. What a legend.

[@danielethier2015]

Robert is as genuine as it gets..no sales pitch..no narcissism..just a wholesome individual that doesn't mask his identity! I've been a long time fan of the cure and am very pleased to see them merritt the recognition (RRHF) that they so deserve. Outstanding acceptance speech Robert!

[@gunsnstuff4040]

Robert Smith: We will always love you. Amazing and legendary artist and vocalist.

[@davidjas2378]

I graduated HS in 90 and during the 80's I was never into the Cure but as I got older I realized they definitely should have been in my top favorites. Such a talented band.

[@johnmchugh8049]

I’m in my late 40sand still discover bands I should have known about - so I totally understand what you mean

[@MisAnnThorpe]

@@johnmchugh8049 I take it you're familiar with The Cocteau Twins?

[@johnmchugh8049]

@@MisAnnThorpe yes

[@MisAnnThorpe]

@@johnmchugh8049 How about The Chameleons and Durutti Column?

[@johnmchugh8049]

@@MisAnnThorpe first yes, second no

[@PrestonHazard]

Yeah Robert seems like just the nicest, coolest human being. Totally cool to see!

[@andresscott3927]

The Cure has a way to get in your heart when you listen to them and watching and hearing Robert talk makes you understand why

[@WhispersOfRuins]

The Cure is the only band I can honestly will be with me until my dying days.

[@redsquirrel1086]

The Cure are just a class act.

[@asimpleman8031]

@HONEST ENGINE why did you click on the video?

[@antonthebeat]

HONEST ENGINE weirdo

[@cobane9794]

HONEST ENGINE Stfu dumbass

[@Al3xWZ]

@HONEST ENGINE fucking hater hahahaha pussy

[@morningstarlink]

@HONEST ENGINE you sound like a literal loser, I'm not gonna waste my time replying to you anymore cause you're a sad pathetic no one, but I do wanna say you suck and your presence alone is a disgrace to the humankind

[@JamesWilliams-wj3of]

They were basically the main stream that brought out the Goth scene. Their music is still being played by young kids 40yrs later. One of my favorite bands of all time. No one else sounds like them.

[@guscalderon5186]

I saw the Cure at the Universal Amphitheatre, ~Hollywood and after the concert he came outside to sign autographs. What a surprise. So very nice and didn't rush his fan. Congratulations.

[@rickmurray294]

Very few bands have mastered connecting the artistry of: lyrics, vocals, instruments, musical moods, mystique, story-telling, and sounds, into unique, memorable, beautiful songs. You’ve had me smiling for years. How ever far away...How ever long I stay...What ever words I say, I will always love the Cure.

[@williamwilkes8177]

Too tired......same old rhetoric............

[@williamwilkes8177]

A good text............almost a Valentine trip... .. .

[@andrewbrown1463]

Robert Smith is class act 100%. Great band with countless amazing songs. Real talent and amazing song writing.

[@gdevelek]

Gracious and humble as always, in an event he'd much rather not participate in. He has been a singular inspiration in my life. Thanks, Robert.

[@samuel96100]

Fell in love with The Cure aged 16, 40 years later still in love. Thank you Robert Smith and congratulations on your induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. ❤

[@eat_pray_porg8450]

Still a classy man with a classy band. I especially liked that he mentioned the deceased Andy Anderson, one of the several drummers who played with The Cure. Robert Smith and The Cure deserve all the accolades and recognition that they get.

[@P1983sche]

An introvert’s nightmare to be put in the spotlight. But he came off genuine, humble and as a breath of fresh air. This is a celebrity I would be thrilled to meet. Phenomenally talented man.

[@michaelhammock1270]

"I'm not a very good communicator." I'm right there with you Robert. Extremely shy myself. I love what he said about Simon and Andy Anderson. Very thoughtful. The Cure really earned to be inducted. Iconic and yet true to who they are. The music has been poignant and stunning throughout the years.

[@williamwilkes8177]

On trilogy, Simon says cure fans , "are a nice bunch of people",.......similar to the band, l suppose.........

[@elcapitan478]

Saw the Cure in Frankfurt Germany 1987. I still have the t shirt. Thanks for the decades of great music and memories.

[@jperez609]

Growing up in rural Texas in the 80's... our weekends consisted of an all night party with The Cure blasting til 3am!! Thank you Robert Smith! Fast fwd 2023 had the pleasure to attend their latest concert with my 4 kids...long live The Cure!

[@jmo4579]

Robert has a shy way about him that's just so endearing and loveable.

[@nathanbrownmolotov8697]

I watched one of my heroes Robert Smith save the world from Barbara Streisand. The world should be forever grateful. Much Love and Respect.

[@paulamiles9559]

😎😎😎

[@beckybarnes8875]

To see the introvert that is Emo Robert Smith.. up there speaking. It is indeed completely different than being up there singing. He did a great job. Love his humbleness. So sweet and endearing. Fame never took him over. One of the good ones.

[@danielthommen8243]

Depeche Mode and The Cure... Not too many others can say that they made music for over 40 years and still are perfect at what they do... Love it! And although the is the MOMENTO MORI moment for all of us, let's celebrate and enjoy what we have and go and listen to THE CURE and DEPECHE MODE!.............

[@ninjadog9346]

Thank you, Robert, for your gift of music. You're just like a dream.

[@rebekahboggs2273]

Noyone can ever replace this guy. His music is so unique and amazing!!!!! I’m so blessed to watch him on here. So glad he is still here.

[@Cruzcity]

The Cure calling Trent Reznor a great artist not only made Trent happy but almost made me tear. To look up to someone growing up and be on stage with them getting complimented must be surreal.

[@dlppl3407]

Of course you had to be so humble and grateful. Such a beautiful human being. Saw you in Miami... So close. My dream came true. Well deserved recognition. Amazing. Thank you The Cure for the heavenly music.

[@Vincenzo-wn1or]

Lucky you, and well said

[@dlppl3407]

@@Vincenzo-wn1or Hi! Yes I had saved every penny and I went by myself. I did not want to miss a second by having to share my attention with want other companion. I hope you see him/them one day Vince. Do you have any other artist or band you'd like to see live?

[@tonymanfredi6844]

@@dlppl3407 Vince seems to be a man of few words.

[@dlppl3407]

@@tonymanfredi6844 the right ones...😃 Cheers.

[@tonymanfredi6844]

@@dlppl3407 Cheers!

[@JamesBond-py8xs]

So down to earth and humble. He may feel socially awkward in talking like this but everything came out perfectly and his songs say everything perfectly. So right with so much heart

[@leevitalone]

One thing I noticed was if you were to see Mary Poole she is wearing a hair clip in her hair, Robert has the other in his hair as to carry her with him. Very cool 30 plus years of being in love and an inspiration to him. I watch this to humble myself.

[@gmodesike]

His beautiful humility and kindness are magnificent.

[@w.k.8665]

Such a graceful, classy speech from Smith! That induction was long overdue. Their music will stand the test of time.

[@mandygoodwin9222]

If you google the pictures of this night you will see Roberts wife Mary is wearing the same hair clip as Robert. So sweet!!

[@watchensee]

Awe that is so sweet & adorable. I'm glad that they're still married, growing old together truly is a thing of beauty. Mary was in the Just Like Heaven video.

[@JorraneRei]

Couple goals.

[@daisy_flowerpetal]

I'll check it out

[@chrisandersen5635]

His sister is there with her partner Pearl, guitar/keys/sax player in the Cure 3x over as well.

[@TakerMJCSfan]

@@chrisandersen5635 Mary is so pretty 😊

[@denisesmith4501]

Who doesn't love The Cure? Robert is so freeking sweet and shy and I just adore him💕

[@mindfulness1118]

Such a lovely human being. 💙 Down to Earth, humble, kind and such a generous spirit. Fabulous songwriter, singer and musician. Thank you for coming into my life.

[@65lars]

Best Acceptance Speech EVER So humble THANK YOU for the Cure

[@MichaelYoung-kc4nh]

I like the Cure a lot. And I do not care much for Rush. But Alex Lifeson's R&R HOF acceptance speech was the best speech ever.

[@dworth24]

trents induction speech was on point and incredible

[@scottmasson3039]

This man is a real rockstar in my mind. A true artist, sincere, smart, different, humble, mysterious, etc. Most of the other people from the 80s who were referred to as rockstars were just morons. This guy was the real deal.

[@stinkypoopoo5616]

David byrne too. Once you look past the dicey interactions between him and the heads (the man should just apologize!), he is an amazing and relatable human being fully worthy of the title rock star. Your words described my sentiment wonderfully, and I agree, Robert is the realest of deals!!

[@stinkypoopoo5616]

Just realized David is featured in multiple shots of this video, smiling and laughing at Robert's comments... Real recognize real!

[@kylehegedus5498]

Robert seems like a nice guy. Certainly nicer than Morrissey.

[@miguimau]

Robert Smith is a brilliant artist and a lovely, nice guy. Bringing their former band colleagues was great, BTW.

[@edrader]

like a sweet old lesbian

[@mojopin1997]

Leave morrissey alone!

[@miguimau]

@@mojopin1997 Haha. Morrissey is an absolute great artist but actually he is not very nice. I like both . But I´d have a beer with Robert Smith.

[@mojopin1997]

Mig S. why because he’s not a lefty ?

[@dmwcany]

He is the epitope of class and humility! I loved them during my college years, and 30 years later, I love them more!

[@jayquanvo5134]

To me The Cure are probably one of the most important bands of my life. Like many fans their music speaks to me on such a deep personal, emotional & psychological level. I think it’s helped me to be a more emotional intelligent and aware person, not just to myself but to others. I don’t think there’s many bands whose music covers across the wide spectrum of emotions. From darkest depths of doom, anger, anxiety, isolation & hopelessness to depression, regret and loneliness, loss, unrequited love to bubbling excitement, joy, fun and happiness. Their music is so cathartic, I don’t think I could have survived my teens and young adult years without their music to vicariously express and guide my emotions. Thank You Robert.

[@ayzc4164]

Love The Cure, they were my Cure when I was going through heartbreaks. Part of my childhood.

[@theshadester0]

I can’t pretend that I’ve like their music for years because to be honest it just doesn’t connect with me. But as a person you just can’t help but admire how thoroughly decent this fella is. No rockstar tantrums, no histrionics, no fuss. Just a lovely guy who loves the thing he does.

[@pattip1413]

Robert is such a tender special soul with a brilliance so rare.

[@tanseygreen]

Disintegration is the most underrated album of all time

[@MarioGomez-nd2mx]

I agree 💯 percent.

[@linag4329]

I listen to the cure but i had no idea robert was so adorable 😭

[@superlamb6395]

We love you Robert and The Cure! Thank you for enhancing our existence in this life with your music and, in the process, connecting humans around the world in such a profound way. 💗 And thank you Mary for being a muse.

[@OmegaMacheteStorm]

I remember first listening to The Cure back in the late 80s. Made sure I was a good parent, and introduced my kids to The Cure (as well as Bad Brains, etc). Glad to see them get inducted!

[@lilyoaks]

I know what you mean. My daughter and I going to their concert 5 years ago and knowing she'd become a better fan than me have been some of the most priceless moments in my life.

[@Vincenzo-wn1or]

Oh yes! Bad Brains!

[@showtime951]

@ammo up today - My husband Bill (top) and I (bottom) are huge Bob Steger fans.

[@timnealtx]

The Cure saved me in so many ways. Thank you for your beautiful music and beautiful spirit Mr. Smith I am forever grateful to have found your music

[@suze6083]

32 years ago I stood in front of my class presenting a paper about The Cure and why I thought their songwriting was one of the best in the world…so many moments and cherished memories are connected to their music; and to this day so many songs make me smile and dance or ache…it’s profound what this band has given to the ones who listened. I’m so happy for them, for the recognition they’ve received and for Robert Smith…still alive and adorable, which isn’t sth I can say about every artist I used to love. Thank you The Cure for being one of the greatest bands! I grew up and old with you!

[@janinabbjdjfonlymusic459]

I love his smile, it is so gorgeous! I love you Robert, you are are such a sweet guy! Great music since 40 years, I love that band so much❤️

[@BLUEPLANETJAZZ]

So cool that Robert congratulates others for their induction as well. Mentions others in the band. Everyone knows that the Cure kind of floats above the HOF but Smith has such a cool way to be human and even vulnerable in this moment.

[@Nicole-qc5dh]

Robert Smith has such a humble, kind way about him and he and his band mates are exquisite on stage after all these years. We had the privilege of seeing them live recently on their North American tour. My husband who's also a musician always liked The Cure, but was more geared towards meta. I grew up goth, so for me The Cure was a must see and I got us the tickets. My husband thanked me after that show for making him an even bigger fan of The Cure than he could have imagined. He had so much respect for Robert as a writer and musician and the entire band after getting the opportunity to see them live. He even found some new favorites from their catalog.

[@letiziaverdi4762]

He is a real gentleman, and a great artist.. I really love this band, and I can't stay without their music.... Robert is a great man, with big hair, and big heart🙏🖤

[@griveros25]

Robert is in such cultural clash with the audience at that very moment.

[@jodieblythe8207]

You are so adorable Robert Smith so shy and very humble for such a massive superstar that you are. Thank you for being you always and never changing ❤️ 💛 love you Robert Smith and The Cure. Always in my heart ❤️

[@SKIADK]

Such a unique sound Robert Smith had I don’t think can ever be created again. ❤️

[@mynoraguilar6793]

Well deserve. I'm the cure fan since 1988. Thanks for the music, dreams, tales.