Hall and Oates are fighting? I can't go for that

@jessicaduran9131

Ай бұрын

😂😂😂

@jessicaduran9131

Ай бұрын

🏆

@Prismatic9008

Ай бұрын

😂😂 nice

@maildeliverysubsystemmaile9178

Ай бұрын

No can do

@Lizzie71

Ай бұрын

😅😅😂

Jesus. Daryl Hall is 77 years ago and John Oates is 76... gentleman, just enjoy the last chapter and chill out.

@alshotrodgarage4779

Ай бұрын

They need money? It’s like Dillon selling his catalog

@m42037

26 күн бұрын

Now to Roger Waters and David Gilmore!

@jamescarter3196

26 күн бұрын

@@alshotrodgarage4779 "They" don't need money, Daryl sure doesn't at least, but maybe John does, even though he's definitely made exponentially-more than the average person ever does in their life so I don't think he needed to do this any more than he needed to buy another swimming pool or island or whatever. It's just weird as hell and seems like a power move to try fucking over Daryl by forcing him to deal with who or whatever ends up buying John's half. I've defended John a lot over the years but this is a shit move on his part.

@teeahtate

23 күн бұрын

Yep

@maryfrancisoconnor2601

18 күн бұрын

No. Not Jesus. Daryl.

"I had the right to do that" sounds to me that John didn't give Daryl the heads up about wanting to sell his portion of their music rights. I could see how Daryl might want to present and have input about his future roommate.

@GaryTisdaleFungkSta1

Ай бұрын

Darryl should've bought John's half of the catalog, situation solved.

@raythackston1960

29 күн бұрын

It always sounds like he didn't offer Daryl the 1/2 that he was wanting to sell. That is an attack on Daryl. REminds me of MIchael Jackson getting Paul McCartney to write and perform with him all the while buying the Beatle's catalog out from under him.

@ENGlishJELLo-yk7up

19 күн бұрын

Daryl was not consulted about the business they both own. That there is where the root of the problem is. John literally backstabbed Daryl. I hope he gets him good in court!

@1250GSX

3 күн бұрын

@@raythackston1960 Kind of reminded me of that too however the beatles catalogue was on the open market and McCartney was not one of the bidders.

@raythackston1960

2 күн бұрын

@@1250GSX Yes McCartney was tring to buy the catalog...he was working on sucuring the funds. Jackson knew it and made sure his people kept it a secret he was after it. He even brought McCartney in to work on a song to keep him occupied. He never mentioned what he was doing. It was very calculated on Jackson's part...and a savage move too. Paul never talked to him after that.

For me, there's only one relevant question here:"Did Oates offer his share to Hall first?".

@BlackFemaleAnd50

Ай бұрын

Amen. That's exactly what I was wondering. Perhaps, he did and Daryl couldn't give him what he wanted. It's disappointing that they aren't close... and probably never really were.

@panderson9561

Ай бұрын

Agree 100%. He owed it to Hall to at least offer his shares. Whether he did and Hall turned him down, for whatever reason, we may never know.

@Porkcylinder

29 күн бұрын

He’s perfectly entitled so sell to whoever he sees fit and without consultation

@marcjacobscontinued9411

29 күн бұрын

@@Porkcylinder Thanks. Of course. No doubt about that. I was just wondering, you know, to see how the relationship is/was. I think it's a very interesting question, apart from whether Oates is entitled to sell it to whoever he wants. Oates is I think.

@wizardofid4896

28 күн бұрын

It only matters if Darryl can afford to buy oates's half. What if someone offered oates more money? Would you sell your half of something you own to the top bidder? I would.

This makes me sad. They made such beautiful music together.

@maryannlockwood7806

Ай бұрын

I’m with you. I became a fan in 1982 when they wereon Dick clark’s Rockin Eve. It makes me sad.😢

@jerrythomas4457

Ай бұрын

Does it really make you sad?

@v.a.993

Ай бұрын

@@jerrythomas4457 Yes. At this stage in their lives, the last thing they should be doing is fighting each other. As we grow older, we are supposed to grow wiser. Is there no hope? That is what I am sad about. Given the way of the world today...I guess there is no hope.

@keithpoindexter6758

Ай бұрын

@@maryannlockwood7806 Agree 110% It is extremely Sad & I really hope they will reconcile, I really think they are both better than this - Absolutely Heartbreaking ❤️‍🩹

@JackStevenson-ql4qu

Ай бұрын

@@v.a.993Yeah man they probably have another 10 years on earth. It's really sad.

It sucks to see them fighting 😔 Good music they made together 💔

@Brian-uy2tj

Ай бұрын

Yes Yoda, Good music, together, they made.

@StevenC32

Ай бұрын

Hall and Oates are no longer together, but their music will go on forever. I have been listening to them since 1976, their music was so good that WDAO which was a Soul Music station in Dayton Ohio back in the 70s would play their music. We called their music blue eyed soul music back then, with songs like "Sarah Smile", and "She's Gone".

@frankpeavy4538

Ай бұрын

Tigolebitties❤😂

@gangoffour6690

Ай бұрын

I can't see their catalog having much value at this point in time.

@StevenC32

Ай бұрын

@@gangoffour6690 I think their catalog would be worth hundreds of millions. Hall and Oates had several number 1 hits. Whomever holds the catalog rights stands to make a lot of money. John Oates has not been good with his money wasting so much money on fast cars etc. Now he is at the point where he needs to sell his half of the catalog to maintain his current lifestyle, but I agree with Daryl Hall not to sell it, unless they both agree on it.

The main thing that I got out of this was that John Oates has a new album out.

@lwills8609

Ай бұрын

🤣🤣🤣🤣

@ENGlishJELLo-yk7up

19 күн бұрын

Doesn't matter. He's living in the Hall and Oates shadow forever. The wacky music business don't care for the old. They want fresh blood to screw over!

@nancygatto6571

9 күн бұрын

Yep.

Sorry to hear this. These guys were a huge musical influence on me.

@GARose-kt4jc

19 күн бұрын

Me too!! I always thought they were such a great team!

I get the impression that he and Daryl were never really "best friends," but rather two guys who just worked really well together.

@stratjammer80

Ай бұрын

They used to be.

@Filmation77

Ай бұрын

It seems like a marriage that just Finally ENDED.

@launchaney-ju7qd

Ай бұрын

@@billnyethesciencedenier1516I think they were at one time

@rebeltvr6046

Ай бұрын

They were gay lovers but like any other relationship it ended...

@victoriaharris8543

Ай бұрын

I think you’re right.

I hope they resolve their issues. I grew up listening to their music in the 1980's

@sirmadam8183

Ай бұрын

They should hire a cadre of therapists and go to partners therapy. It's not worth fighting in court.

@RaymondHng

Ай бұрын

@@sirmadam8183 Once a longtime friend files a lawsuit against you, it permanently alters the relationship. Things never go back to the way they use to. I speak from firsthand experience.

@xerxestelevision6666

Ай бұрын

Oooooooohhhh

@DIDYOUSEETHAT172

Ай бұрын

Issues? The issue is Mr. Oats blind sided Daryl and tried to stick him with a partner he did not want. John is an a-hole forcing Daryl into a partnership he did not approve of. Yes it is done all the time, and every time it is an underhanded back stab! He wasn't freeing Daryl up like he lies about in this interview he was saddling him with nothing but strife.

@xerxestelevision6666

Ай бұрын

@@DIDYOUSEETHAT172 wow, you are so mad about something that happens to someone who doesn’t even know you exist and they wouldn’t care about you if even if they did know you were alive. People are wild in 2024

Something smells a bit off. For him to make such a big move without even mentioning it to his partner, suggests a bit more turmoil under the surface than just a sterile business relationship.

How does he feel he has a right to sell a catalog that doesn’t belong solely to him only

@MichaelPardo-uy1gp

27 күн бұрын

I'm assuming it's like shares of a company and John owns x number of them.

@BurnLikeAFlame

3 күн бұрын

He has a right to sell HIS SHARE of it. There's zero doubt in that. It's his. It has no effect on Hall's ownership of his share. Hall will just have a different co-owner to deal with, but he'll still have a say in how his music is used.

The issue with John selling his half meant that Primary Wave,who he was selling it to,could then use their music,videos,etc.. for anything. Darryl Hall’s voice and image could be used for things he doesn’t agree with,and he wouldn’t be able to do anything about it. John Oates mentioned legal wrangling before he decided to sell,but there was no lawsuit until he attempted to sell his half. He called Darryl and told him he was going to do it,Darryl explained why he couldn’t allow it,and they argued. Both told that story before the lawsuit.

@evaadams8298

Ай бұрын

💯 agree with Darryl’s decision….

@toddabbruzzese3974

Ай бұрын

if Oates was being 100% benign, he would have offered Hall first dibs to buy HIS OWN SHIT BACK. bad plastic surgery as well

@TruthSurge

Ай бұрын

@@toddabbruzzese3974 haha damn.... todd is a perceptive dude. I mean, you're right. He could have gotten with Darryl and just asked him to HELP HIM find a buyer that DARRYL was down with and avoid any arguing and lawsuits. How does John not just pick up a phone and call Darryl and discuss and say hey, I just want out so can you buy my part or help me find a buyer you like?

@jonnydoe85

Ай бұрын

Exactly. John wants to make even more millions off of Darryl's voice, which is primarily what he's done for 50+ years.

@X75Hurricane-lk2vs

Ай бұрын

@@toddabbruzzese3974 LOL!! I so wanted to make the observation regarding the shite p.s but ya bet me to it! It's sooo freakin' apparent once a person gets over a certain age, that they've had work done and it ain't pretty👹👺🤡

I opened for them for 50 shows in 05/06. There was a coldness between them, but the music and the band was always stellar. I watched a lot of shows backstage after my set every night. Good times.

@pokemonpro8438

Ай бұрын

Who felt human?

@theanswer7136

Ай бұрын

@@pokemonpro8438mmhm… almost like I was there.. good comment .. both of them

@Hrvatica43

Ай бұрын

Darryl seems like a complete prick

@AshleyScottMusic

Ай бұрын

I was at those shows and still have the files from that night. I used to be on your email list. Hope all is well.

@GeoffByrdMusic

Ай бұрын

@@AshleyScottMusic The files? Music or photos? Good to see ya. Sign up again if you want to, keep in touch with me. I have a new channel, putting out new music and videos too. Cheers!

Be quiet and let your lawyers do all the talking. All I'm saying.

You should interview Daryl Hall next, to get his opinion....

As an 80’s baby and a fan of Hall & Oates…this is so sad to me.😢😢😢 Happy for Oates and his new album though.

@kayrup3712

Ай бұрын

Me too 😥

@laurenkochan960

Ай бұрын

@@kayrup3712Me three 😢

@wheelie642

Ай бұрын

There is legal right Then moral right Oats not discussing it with Hall it is wrong. No offer of first refusal? thats wrong

@themrfabio2459

Ай бұрын

Same here. Born is 85. My mom used to listen to there tapes everyday driving me to summer camp in the 90s. Lots of special feelings come from the music.

@lolodee3528

Ай бұрын

Good luck John, but I ordered Daryl’s cd. “D” it drops in a few days.

Making really long relationships work is HARD. Peace to both of them.

He never suggested that his partner could buy it. It would be clandestine if he was going to sell with giving him prior notice.

Two legends together. Great music. Underrated. Hope they can work things out.

@elenaarman-tang7811

2 күн бұрын

Me too! I grew up listening to Hall and Oates.

One of the best duos of all time. There isn't a day when I'm driving in my Jeep and don't listen to their: "I can't go for that..." Such a classy, catchy and beautiful tune.

@teddyjam8134

Ай бұрын

How do you listen to the same song every day?

@edyann

Ай бұрын

@@teddyjam8134 When I drive, when I drive.. you bet that I will listen to it. And all the rest of their jams. Oh, I wish I could go back to the eighties.

@teddyjam8134

Ай бұрын

@@edyann Well I have their greatest hits cd but haven't listened to it in a good while, but I definitely agree with you on going back to the 80s. I'm a part of gen x and the 80s is my favorite decade.

@edyann

Ай бұрын

@@teddyjam8134 I was born in 1977 so me as well. My brother who is 10 years older than me would listen to them all the time and I also have their greatest hits. Hard to choose a favorite. I'm not American but they're one of the greatest artists of the United States for sure!

@teddyjam8134

Ай бұрын

@@edyann nice to meet you fellow 70s baby!

This interview screams "there is WAY more going on"

@rusty1491

Ай бұрын

I agree. The Allen sisters sold their shares in the Hall & Oates catalog years ago with little fanfare. Plus Oates share is at best one-third. So I can only assume Oates is right that Daryl doesn’t approve of the publishing company not necessarily selling off his share.

@taronyoung5768

Ай бұрын

Ok…love em like a brother made me ok….I am ok.

@Jgeneraledger23

Ай бұрын

I bet they had some GAY moments that are really 'haunting' them. Anytime there is this 'wierd' energy with a broke-up band, i.e. Queenryche, my mind always goes there... like something happened that you can't come back from.

@WasteNoMinutes

Ай бұрын

@@Jgeneraledger23 I don't work very hard to conjure up thoughts of them having sex together. Probably just me

@maxpuppy96

Ай бұрын

Yup, he could have gave Hall first right of refusal.

Live at Darryl’s house was one of the best tv shows I’ve ever seen. It gives you a good sense of who Darryl is, his love for music etc and it’s easy to see he’s a pretty down to earth cat. Their music catalog is worth tens of millions to each guy depending on writing credits etc and I see why John wanted to sell being in his 70’s. Too bad they couldn’t have hammered out an acceptable agreement without all the lawyers. There has to be a better way.

John Oates is 76 years old and wants to cash out and enjoy his wealth with his family. Thats fair enough.

@AndreaKollo

Ай бұрын

IF John sells off his half, he's also selling off Darryl's half, i.e.: his image, his voice & his writing, videos incl. performances. That's just ridiculous. He should have asked Darryl to buy him out and then he's sole owner of his own history/past. Each should have a say in WHO buys the shares based on their intended usage etc. Its Daryl’s life too - and with John's half goes Darryl's in effect.

@thetruthchannel349

Ай бұрын

*BlackRock is buying up all these catalogues & twisting arms to get catalogues so theres a lot of pressure for people just to hand their catalogues over. This SHOULD not be happening. This is what cost MJ his life.*

@TrekCompsport

Ай бұрын

then why didn't he just say that

@hienvu1714

Ай бұрын

Are you 10 years old or something??? 😀

@mikeisagodd2121

Ай бұрын

​@@AndreaKolloit's his half to do as he likes That's it

I think it would be a basic courtesy to consult Hall about who the preferred buyer would/could be.

@JohnBrown-ff6ez

Ай бұрын

*"THAT PART"*

@utubewillyman

Ай бұрын

I'm not a lawyer, but I'm not sure he's required to do that. If I own a large number of shares in a company, I'm able to sell them to anyone I want. In fact, this kind of thing happens daily, where hedge funds and billionaires sell off their part of ownership in a company, without consulting anyone else. But I'm not sure how the law applies to the "corporation" that is Hall & Oates.

@abebrock5559

Ай бұрын

You can't take Hall out of Hall and Oats anymore than you can take Oats out of Hall and Oats. That part of the meal has been already been baked. Future revenues, brands, likeness, etc. So I would contend you can't sell off the jointly held assets without both parties being in agreement. They have to agree to share the proceeds of the sale of the assets, not the worth of the business, to which they both still participate. I am no lawyer, just play one on TV

@utubewillyman

Ай бұрын

@@abebrock5559 we don't know the nature of their agreement. My wife and I jointly own a home. If we divorced, she would have the option of buying my half or agreeing to split the proceeds of a sale. She cannot force me to own half of a house forever.

@abebrock5559

28 күн бұрын

@@utubewillyman How do you sale half a recorded song? Especially since it involves future revenues as well.

Glad John Oats is going on his own with new music. Hoping they are both happy. Life’s too short.

@billstill1794

Ай бұрын

His "new music" is weak - and a sure cure for insomnia! 😪😴

@Berley_1234

Ай бұрын

why does he look like Charles Manson now?

@AndreaKollo

Ай бұрын

Then he should sell HIS solo catalog - how on earth can you sell off half of a duo w/o it screwing over the other party. IF John sells off his half, he's also selling off Darryl's half, i.e.: his image, his voice & his writing. That's just ridiculous. He should have asked Darryl to buy him out and then he's sole owner of his image too - John willing sells his to him.

It is always about the money.

Paul McCartney did the same thing to John Lennon, and look how *that* turned out. And that was why the Beatles broke up - not Yoko Ono. Sometimes people break up after a long period of time, for a multitude of reasons; it's never just one reason.

Saw these guys at a concert back in 1985, they're music was so amazing!

Millions of people pursue music and never get as lucky as these two have been together and they are throwing this gift to the world, and their relationship away...just brillant! Grow up boys!

@dancelover020

25 күн бұрын

A partnership in music is just like a marriage, not all marriages survive. That's just part of of life. If you don't feel comfortable with echother anymore you go seperate ways. I had a great friend, we knew each other over 20 years but we drifeted apart.last couple of years of our friendship. Wanted different things out of life. Should we stay friends just because we have that past? Hell no! We are both much happier now actually, living our own lives.

I will never understand why people can't compromise. I hope these two men figure it out. I wish them all the best.

@joeshoe6184

26 күн бұрын

Compromise is impossible in some situations.

This broke my heart when I first heard about this! I wish them both nothing but the very best...

This breaks my heart. I love them.

@jasonp357

Ай бұрын

😂

@mgeek1

Ай бұрын

I feel the exact same way. I grew up listening to their music. This is so sad to me.

**I hate when people play stupid. A phone call could have eliminated all of this.** “Hey, I’m interested in selling my half…based on the offers I receive, would you be interested in buying them so you’ll have total rights?” THE END!

@brownin329

Ай бұрын

It seemed like John had been trying but had given up. Daryl is not the easiest person to deal with.

@jasona9

Ай бұрын

@@brownin329 When did John Oates say that? When did he offer Daryl Hall his half?

@Bigbadwhitecracker

Ай бұрын

You're dealing with celebrities who have the EQ of a 4 year old. How do I know? I was in the biz for 20 years and I saw it all and once in a while I was one of those 4 year olds.

@krusher74

Ай бұрын

Even with Daryl being wealthy that half would be way beyond his means. The fool in your name is worthy of being there.

@Maxumized

Ай бұрын

So you thing Daryl has that much lose cash on hand to buy out his partner? Don’t think so. You ASSume too much. John has every right to sell, at a fair market value, his share of the business to anyone with the $$$$.

John & Daryl were great together ..... both obviously are competent WRITERS, SINGERS & MUSICIANS ..... John is good at all three ....... Daryl is great at them. His voice alone is unbelievable - just perfect for any song by anyone. RARE to say the least.

You know the world 🌎 needs help when Hall & Oates break up. I love their music and hopefully they will mend their music relationship but go on to enjoy the rest of their lives strife free.

@jhirmalwinfield3871

Ай бұрын

Facts smh

It's a sad day when Hall and Oates are fighting. Who would've thought?

@neilfeinberg7825

Ай бұрын

Hall & Oates- 50 years..........wham! Four years. It happens😅

@Berley_1234

Ай бұрын

maybe cause he looks like Manson?

I saw them in concert in 2010 in Iowa. Excellent show! I just loved watching them sing on stage with their band! My favorite group and the sound track of my youth...Thanks you Hall & Oats~

Get it together guys if you can. You guys are Classics!

Honestly? Seeing these two fighting with each other, is heartbreaking. That’s how many fans Hall and Oates have, worldwide.

@ericross441

Ай бұрын

It is heartbreaking. I agree

@MrBarrywes

Ай бұрын

😢 I mean they are the backdrop to a lot of Our Lives it's so sad to see

@Vejur9000

Ай бұрын

@@MrBarrywes Seriously.

@krusher74

Ай бұрын

if you think that have been best buds for the last 30 years you have been living in dreamland.

@Vejur9000

Ай бұрын

@@krusher74 that’s not my point…

This is like my two favorite uncles fighting, why?😢

@blueberryyogini

6 күн бұрын

Makes me sad. I'm glad he's in a good place musically, though. But...

This is definitely more complicated than selling half of a catalog. The new partner would have access to their likeness, videos, and their legacy. New technology makes them vulnerable.

Years ago I flew Hall & Oates on tour. Starting in Newfoundland and heading West to the Mississippi River where some other aircraft took over. Back then I could tell there was tension on the aircraft and nobody talked. It was cold.

Brothers fight…but the love is always there. If they are not happy working together then don’t do it. They have made some Amazing music together and that will never be taken away. Wish them both good luck.

@Arthurian.

Ай бұрын

They're not brothers, qhy do you insist calling them that when they don't even look at one another thusly?

It's very sad that their feuding together, but I always listened to Hall and Oates every day.

i honestly thought the thumbnail was Manson😂

Sad, that this is happening. I grew up as young kid loving their songs and singing to it. Crazy

Hall, "You're out of touch!" Oats, "I'm out of time."

@DonFonzarelli-uq9yx

16 күн бұрын

Well you know it dont matter anyway.

Wow!! I grew up as a kid in the 80s listening to Hall & Oates with my big brother, who has since passed away. It was and is some of my best memories with my brother. I hope Hall & Oats can reconcile .

@evonza4858

Ай бұрын

😘🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾 bless your brotha's soul and Yes Hall and Oates 🥰👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾

@SISTEREDNA

Ай бұрын

🙏 ❤

@atworkstation

26 күн бұрын

Hugs

Hall & Oates made outstanding music! I didn’t realize they were in a legal battle against each other until I saw Daryl Hall performing without him a couple of months ago. This is unfortunate.

If you've never done a deep dive into the Hall & Oates catalogue there are some outstanding songs where John sang the lead.

I saw them in concert a few years ago and they were amazing even at their age. I hope they can work it out. They’re one of my favorite bands.

@AndreaKollo

Ай бұрын

Darryl's VOICE is an instrument and makes their music - John would be selling that too to make his money- Whole thing is weird.

Those two were a part of the soundtrack of my youth . So sad the divide between them now .

@mgeek1

Ай бұрын

Same.

@marcus813

Ай бұрын

They were part of my youth's soundtrack as well given that I'm an elder Millennial. When I heard about that lawsuit, it broke my heart.

@user-ty2xv6xw8j

Ай бұрын

I grew up skating to them... Sara Smile was my song with my 1st boyfriend on couples skate.... heartbreaking to see it happened 💔😢

This breaks my heart. Always my favorite group...

How sad that two guys who made some fantastic music together and played so many shows together couldn't have any type of a relationship with each other.

It is unfortunate that these former partners are in conflict. Oates was not clear at all about the reason for selling - what situation, what legal wranglings that got complex? Michael missed getting clarity on this. Then Oates later says they had no other issues prior to this. Something’s missing. I would definitely want to hear the other side.

@evonza4858

Ай бұрын

He said it was becoming a burden legally that's enough for me, burdens are a downer😘

@waynedexter

Ай бұрын

I was thinking the same thing. Oates was very vague which kinda tells me he’s not totally in the right. The main thing I want to know is did he talk with Daryl first before he tired to sell. Because I’m getting betrayal as a factor in this scenario

@fontainefitness5698

Ай бұрын

@@waynedexter My thoughts exactly. It's like a partner selling their half of a business to someone the other partner never agreed to.

@LordEradicus

Ай бұрын

I think the reason why Oates is vague about certain things is because it's still a legal dispute in progress, and Hall's lawyers can use anything specific Oates says against him or simply to make him look bad in the eyes of a judge.

@waynedexter

Ай бұрын

@@LordEradicus That makes sense. But why discuss it at all if that’s the case?

First Simon and Garfunkel and now this.😢

@turdferguson3855

Ай бұрын

The Everly Brothers were first.

@ironbowtie

Ай бұрын

@@turdferguson3855 I'm sure there were other "firsts" centuries before the above examples. Popularity, though, will vary.

@turdferguson3855

Ай бұрын

@@ironbowtie name me one.

@ToneTitan

Ай бұрын

S & G never got along, even when they were hot in their career

@georgeklimes7604

Ай бұрын

I am sure scores of groups did not get along - many LONG before the existance of S&G. It's just that certain groups or genres get the attention - like The Beach Boys, The Beatles, The Temptations, Sam & Dave, The Supremes, The Byrds, etc.

Oats could have offered Hall the opportunity to buy his portion of the company/music instead of selling them to who he did. He knew Hall had issues with the buyers.

@Alongfortheride693

2 күн бұрын

Maybe he did or maybe he didn't want to. If he didn't want to, he has his reasons.

Just sad man. Such a great duo. Classic music. I hope they work things out. Peace to both of them!

He has an amazing voice. Good for him!

I remember being told years ago about Daryl Hall and John Oates never really liking each other at all they would just play their music together and after go their separate ways. In fact, I was told they couldn't stand each other. When the person told me this I looked at him and said GTFOH. I guess there was some truth to what he told me. I loved listening to them as a young teenager. I still listen to their music. Thank you guys for putting out some classical hits that still stand out to this day.

@laurenxo6503

Ай бұрын

Yeah this isn’t their first public fight

@KrisBryant99

Ай бұрын

I mean they always looked like two uncles who couldn't stand each other so that puts a lid on my perspective hahahaha

@hienvu1714

Ай бұрын

Classic, NOT classical!

@krusher74

Ай бұрын

its just like a marriage and in the USA 52% now fail.

@Independent365

Ай бұрын

I dont beelieve that at all...

😢 sad to these guys having their music constantly reminds me of the happiness of my childhood in 80s prayers to you both

"Daryl has always wanted to be his own man... " So sad to hear that. These guys crafted so many amazing songs in the 80's. Family Man is my all time fav.

I don’t understand how you even begin to divide something two people built together...

@McGyverFan

Ай бұрын

Amen. All their of the music they had made. Thus is just sickening.

@bobd9868

Ай бұрын

50/50. Pretty easy with two people.

@geraldgarner4068

Ай бұрын

If he wants to sell his half, he should give Hall the first right of refusal. That seems a fair way to divide it.

@shawnstarks1743

Ай бұрын

I dunno people get divorced all the time.

@overcomerbtbojesus

Ай бұрын

@@shawnstarks1743that was just what i was thinking

You can't sell your half of the house after divorce, same with music partnership songbook.

@jaredjlinden

Ай бұрын

It’s not the same thing. You can’t sell half a house, but you can sell half interest in other types of assets, and that includes films, movies, and music.

@larrynelson3329

Ай бұрын

@@jaredjlinden evidently they had some agreement early on that one cannot sell without the others agreement or approval. And even with no agreement it would go to court and a judge would have to decide if one could sell 50% of partnership which could override the other partner.

@jaredjlinden

Ай бұрын

If there’s an agreement that one partner has veto power over the sale to a third party, then Hall’s actions make sense. If there’s no clause in the partnership agreement, then Hall isn’t going to have much of a chance in court - legally Oates can sell without Hall’s approval. That’s the default without that clause.

@kennethsouthard6042

Ай бұрын

​​@@jaredjlindenI'm guessing that there must be some clause in the partnership agreement preventing such a sale without the other's consent. Otherwise, a court would not have granted Hall's injunction.

@krr91766

Ай бұрын

I’ve seen divorcing couples sell a house and split the proceeds. Once it becomes legal, who can tell. This musical split is sad but Hall always seemed to be the face (and voice) of the group. I wish the two the best of luck.

Where’s the room for breakfast in this hotel? Well, you walk down the Hall turn right and eat your Oates !

I think in a dual company, you need to be in agreement if one wants to sell out. Wow I totally agree with his lawsuit.

This is so sad. I grew up listening to them bc my brother loved them!

It is like Simon and Garfunkel. So many partnerships and groups have gone through these type of things, like a marriage going over a bitter divorce.

@jornfox3545

Ай бұрын

I'd like to hear me some Garfunkel & Oates.

@MrAitraining

Ай бұрын

Garfunkel wanted to be an actor. Didn't turn out to be a great move.

@gaynorpatterson2915

Ай бұрын

I think the biggest bitter break up is CCR. It’s gone on for over 50 yrs and they’re not going to be around forever. I so wish the surviving members make peace and do one last performance together. But I doubt it will happen

@davidl570

Ай бұрын

@@gaynorpatterson2915 Yeah, it's a pretty bad sign (for eg.) that John and Tom never made amends before Tom died. They were BROTHERS, for God's sake! Damn.

John wants to cash out and Daryl doesn't. John apparently doesn't have the same concerns about it that Daryl does. I would think legally John doesn't have anything to stand on until the duo agrees. John's argument that "Daryl can have his own brand" does nothing to address their collective history and brand they built together.

Hate to see them fighting. I love their timeless and classic music. I still listen to their hits today. Love their version of: “Every Time You Go Away.” ❤️🎶🎶🎶

The gave us some wonderful music! Thanks guys!!

I’m happy that John provided clarity on their battle with one another. From what he voiced it sounds like they both want different things with their musical careers and it’s nothing wrong with that. I can respect that. I just hope that they can get through this being at least cordial with one another.

@laurenmay2098

Ай бұрын

He seems like a whole new musician. Maybe Hall wants it to just play the old songs and the same rhythm.

@waynedexter

Ай бұрын

@@laurenmay2098Hall just released new music so it ain’t that

@waynedexter

Ай бұрын

John provided semi•clarity and it was from his perspective. In addition he was kinda of vague on the details. Like the real reason why he was selling his half, who he was selling his half to and did he talk with Daryl before he attempted to sell his half. Plus, I want to hear Daryl’s side. Not from court papers but from Daryl’s own lips.

@SnowDog0

Ай бұрын

I'm on Oates side. It sounds like Hall was preventing Oates from performing certain songs solo on the road. Oates got frustrated and try to sell to gets Hall attention. I always felt Hall was controlling and putting Oates in the back seat.

@laurenmay2098

Ай бұрын

@@waynedexter yes, same old tunes. Oats is a beast singing his new album. I am more on oats side as a singer and musician. But who am I to tell you anything, right?

I really hope The Neptunes can get their legal issues sorted out. I'd hate for both these guys and one of the best producing duos of all time to split up over money.

@MeMeDaVinci

Ай бұрын

It's money, yeah, but more so ownership of the rights to the music. Music that was created and owned "equally." As posted elsewhere, it's like deciding who gets custody of the dog. It's all or nothing.

The best duo ever, along with Steely Dan. Their music is the soundtrack of my wonder years ❤

Read John Oates' book. It's an eye opener. In the early days, they collaborated and were cool. Daryl has always had the bigger ego. This is no surprise as a fan but it's so sad! John has a great voice, loads of talent...yet he's always taken a back seat to Hall. God bless him for wanting to be a good person!

Oats in all respects. You just see and feel your older self. It’s respect. I will support your decision and music.

It is too bad , they are both sooo talented and their songs are really great..

I worked as a tour manager and PA for Daryl. John is a stand-up guy and Daryl is an AH. Sara warned me against him when I met them at his house in Millbrook NY. I knew Sara from when Daryl bought a property on Harbour Island in the Bahamas.

Graduated from the same High school as John , seen them in the 7 th grade when they first started blowin' up at that same school, worked a job mere blocks from the house he grew up in and he would always come back home to speak to the students, man this one hurts but what's that sayin' nothing is forever but we still love em' and are proud of both of em'.

You’d think that at their age, Hall would just tell the lawyers, let’s resolve this fairly and equitably and with love and mutual respect, and then toast to having been together 50 years and wish each other the best. But instead there’s ego-driven pettiness and unhappiness. Wild. Mo’ money, mo’ problems.

@QuirkyGirl10

Ай бұрын

Something tells me there's more to the story than either will reveal. I think it was really telling that John Oates said that for the last 20 years or so, they would just show up and play the concerts and then go their separate ways. Things may have built up between them to the point that they no longer spoke to each other, and now there's a lawsuit.

@DJ-bj8ku

Ай бұрын

@@QuirkyGirl10 You’re right and I also think Hall wrote most of the hits and doesn’t think Oats is entitled to half.

@philliplandry4139

Ай бұрын

​@QuirkyGirl10 I thought so myself. I remember somebody told me 20 years ago, Hall and Oates didn't get along in real life, but enjoy making music together. Even the show Behind the Music from 25 years ago, I believe John explained they were never that closed to begin with. Daryl wouldn't admit that. He mentioned they got along real great and enjoying being together. I think the problem with those two, they couldn't come in terms of agreement. I believed Daryl accepted John more than John accepted him. The main issue is, Daryl has a huge ego problem and he probably didn't know it was affecting his relationship with John. John on the hand, was trying to get out of Daryl's shadow for a long time but couldn't. I think John don't get along with Daryl on the persona level and Daryl don't get along with John on the business side of things. That's what I'm reading about their relationship.

@DK-455

Ай бұрын

I think Darryl feels he did most of the songwriting and all the lead vocals and John isn't entitled to half. I tend to agree.

@philliplandry4139

Ай бұрын

@DK-455 The only thing Daryl got average over on John was that he had better writing lyrics and vocal. John was better at working instrumental and producing. Sure, John had a hand of writing some songs, but it wasn't that catchy like Daryl.

These guys were my first concert. Love them both. You guys are great together but wish you well on your solo efforts.

Daryl in another interview does explain the music business is akin to organised crime. Maybe thats a good reason for John to sell out his half. Let the music criminals fight over the royalties

You dont know someone until you live with that person, travel with that person, money is involved & name an album & a company after a cereal. The royalties alone💰

Question not asked …did he tell Daryl before he wanted to sell 😮

At their age they need to suck it up.

REUNION ---- Beautiful story. thx matey! Captain "Long John" Sinclair

Well, that's one way to promote a new album.

Couldn’t Oates sell his share to Hall?

@bbeyez

Ай бұрын

Maybe he tried and Hall couldn't buy him out.

@sharesecombs3931

Ай бұрын

You would think they could've worked this out so theyd both be happy, been listening since I was 5yrs old

@daveclark8337

Ай бұрын

I doubt Hall has that kind of money. Katie Perry sold the rights to her 5 albums for $225 Million. And I'm pretty sure Hall and Oates have a lot more hits than her (not that I know a lot of Katy's music).

@brightblonde3508

Ай бұрын

@@daveclark8337 Given their long history, I’m surprised they didn’t have a conversation or contract with provisions for something like this. The only ones benefitting from their legal dispute are the lawyers.

@evonza4858

Ай бұрын

If he wanted to😘 but at least Hall STILL has his half🥰

This is absolutely heartbreaking. I had no idea this is the way they worked. As a young girl in the 70 & 80's this my band. I love their music. 😢 So so sad.

Oates says "No I wont perform with Hall but you have to ask him about it". HUH?

Just saw Hall in concert in Vegas. There were sound issues and he seemed really irritated, like he was about to blow his top. I hope the guy is doing ok . . .

@dandurkin9735

6 күн бұрын

He seems to do this at every concert. It's distracting.

This kind of thing makes me sad, but people change, and sometimes that means growing apart.

Hall And Oates in a legal battle,..........'Say It Isn't So'??......oh, no, no.

@ericross441

Ай бұрын

I see what you did there 😁

It seemed like Hall & Oates released a hit every other week in the 80's

My favorite Hall and Oates song is Sara Smile. In fact, it's one of my favorite songs of all time.

How sad I really love their music, I hope someday they can get back together and sing again.❤❤😢😢😢❤❤

Wait what?? This is so sad 😭

Then he should sell HIS solo catalog - how on earth can you sell off half of a duo w/o it screwing over the other party. IF John sells off his half, he's also selling off Darryl's half, i.e.: his image, his voice & his writing. That's just ridiculous. He should have asked Darryl to buy him out and then he's sole owner of his image too - John willing sells his to him. Also, the other have should have veto power based on the aforementioned, but if they can't or don't want to, should have a say in WHO buys the shares based on their intended usage etc. Its Darryl's life too - and with John's half goes Darryl's in effect.

Love you both! I really hope y’all work it out! ❤️