Patient, Genuine, Humble, Honest...quality human beings. Thank you for being the music of my late teens. Bless you both.

Curt has such beautiful features! His skin, his eyes, his smile.. just WOW. And he was 43 here!

@R4G3FULL

8 жыл бұрын

Yea thats what happens when you got good genes

@Magicprincess9000

7 жыл бұрын

He is in his fifties now and watched some of his most recent interviews and he looks great!

@tinajaneoxnam.8866

6 жыл бұрын

Aly I thought that about curt in his young dark hair sexy days.😅😆😀😂😁😊

@TheKonga88

6 жыл бұрын

Aly Dematti Oh yeah because 43 is very old 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😉😉😉😉😉😉😉😉😉😉😉😉😃😃😃😃😃😃😃

@TheKonga88

6 жыл бұрын

Tina Jane Oxnam. You thought about snorting coke you lying bitch😂😂😂😂😂😉😉😉😉😉😂😂😂😂

Curt is even more handsome now than when he was in his 20s, but I always had eyes for Roland. I first fell in love watching the Head Over Heels video 🥰

@tinalulumack378

Жыл бұрын

OMG same here...both of them are handsome but there is just something about Roland( eyes, hair, lips and voice) makes me weak in the knees

@slepagienia248

11 ай бұрын

@@tinalulumack378me too, totally

You can tell they’ve known each other a lifetime when Roland said however, Curt finished his sentence.😊

I could listen to these people all day long. Roland's deep British voice is so relaxing and amazing. Never change Tears for Fears. Never change!!! I had the biggest crush on Curt in the 80's. I didn't get to grow up in that era! I miss the 80's so much!!! Tears for Fears forever!!! I hope I get the chance to meet them some day!!!

..Rolands laugh is full of life..

I think Roland (if he hasn't already) should do an audio book.His voice is so sexy, I love listening to him.

@indiannottaxed5620

9 жыл бұрын

Terry Porter I am OBSESSED with the sound of his voice!! He can hit so many notes, it's amazing :D He has great lips too, but you wouldn't be able to see that on audio books. darn lol

@Magicprincess9000

7 жыл бұрын

Or a DJ for some smooth jazz radio station..I know where you're getting at though....Roland does have a deep soothing voice.

@tinajaneoxnam.8866

6 жыл бұрын

I think roland needs abit of a haircut.

@tinajaneoxnam.8866

6 жыл бұрын

yeah it is.i can't get other his good looks from when he was younger. I felt sorry for him when his wife passed away.

@1amieosia

6 жыл бұрын

Tina Jane Oxnam. He was soooo hot in the 80s, early 90s. Like adorable and sexy at the same time. I still have a crush on him, even at his current age he is attractive to me.

I'm just glad they're working together again, they are so good at creating music.

Curt is still VERY handsome!!!!!!! 2020.

....very elegant men. They look as though they have been taking care of themselves. I understand why their fans are bonkers about them. They exhibit a level of musical integrity that seems to be missing/disposable these days. I am abundantly appreciative of the fact that they decided to give it a "go." I am enjoying (greatly) my renewed alignment with their work. Much Thanks for posting this...and thank the universe for "KZread."

I love their smiles, they're soo cute. How can they ever think they're old, ugly or outdated. They're perfectly perfect.

@tinajaneoxnam.8866

6 жыл бұрын

E. T. ( not the film, your ignitials.haha!. anyway i agree with you. they are hamsime & not old.

@jayg5391

3 жыл бұрын

I strongly agree. Their music is badass.

@shellystephens4471

3 жыл бұрын

@@jayg5391 Yes!!! Have you heard Who Killed Tangerine? Complete madness!!!

@luispineda6704

3 жыл бұрын

Skank

Remember when in 1989/1990, Curt and Roland could barely look at each other, like being so angry? Now I see some calming peace between those two. They have grown up and they’re not the same young boys from the 80’s. They have made peaces together and now they’re back again as friends, as musicians and partners in crime. Love them ❤️🇲🇽

They are so talented, I just can't stop saying that cause it's true… Great musicians, it's glad to see them together… And of course they're gorgeous inside and outside… Love them both!

@tinajaneoxnam.8866

6 жыл бұрын

Jessebel101 . 👍

Those guys are crazy for thinking they were unattractive in their early videos. They were and still are absolutely gorgeous. Curt has those perfect angelic facial features and Roland has those dreamy eyes and sexy lips.💜So much for Curt's video predictions ...now runs to ,watch The Tipping Point...😀

@candysweet434

Жыл бұрын

just curt thinks that. roland has said multiple times how good looking they were when they were younger.

@8thhouseangie639

Жыл бұрын

@@candysweet434 Lol! Very true.

I LOVE the way they started to get comfortable during the interview as appose to the tension in the beginning. Curt started leaning over more and more.. he was the first to look at Roland. He made Roland laugh when he said you didn't age after Roland joked about looking exactly the same 22:25. It was cool to see this. LOVE Tears for Fears and watched their 2016 and 2017 Live Concerts. The chemistry between the two of them was there. Their BOND is stronger than ever! They have so much Fun on stage together.

@calisongbird

Жыл бұрын

*as opposed

@paultaylor2428

9 ай бұрын

I Love you curt smith ❤

they've been through a lot like brothers ups and downs but you can tell they still love each other

I am so in love with Roland

It's interesting to see two people that wouldn't choose to work with each other decide to make it work. If they can work together creatively, then there is no excuse for war. Good job, gentlemen.

I am glad the bad blood has ended not just for doing music but as they were friends.

@tinajaneoxnam.8866

6 жыл бұрын

Paula Benson . Gotta be honest I think roland missed curt.

They are both beautiful men and have extremely blessed my life with their awesome music!!!

Great interview! Curt & Roland are both incredibly talented. This album is a masterpiece! They are both so down to earth and such a delight to hear them speak. Roland is so adorable; I had the biggest crush on him. So intelligent and charming!

I've always loved their soft speaking voices.

Tears for Fears was waaay under-rated....Love their music!

@aonforme3349

5 жыл бұрын

For sure!!!

@mattma96

4 жыл бұрын

Definitely one of the GREATEST bands from England in the eighties.

@noiszenavarro7608

3 жыл бұрын

you kidding right? Multi platinum and gold albums throught the eighties..many worldwide hits.. and you think they are underrated? They are one of the biggest and most respected groups from England.

@crlguitar1

3 жыл бұрын

@@noiszenavarro7608 Clearly I said 'under rated'....and NOT... 'Over Rated'.... Are you just a knee jerk troll or something?

@crazyelf62

3 жыл бұрын

Most of the great music of the 80's was dismissed as fake mainly because of MTV. TFF was the best of the 80's. The Seeds Of Love is a masterpiece from start to end, even the songs left off the original LP are great. Happy Ending is great too. I just wish they would get some new stuff to us, we need it in 2020. I understand that there have been some illness and personal tragedy hindering them, so when it happens it will happen and it will be great I am sure.

I fell in love with them when I was in college: blown away by Shout. Saw them in San Diego in July and Los Angeles in Sept 2017. Both concerts were spectacular. Their voices and petfeomances are amazing!

never mind the personalities,or how things were or how things are now,never mind age,or how old you look,its the music that's important and if you enjoy making it,enjoy listening.

@aprilgosa5779

2 жыл бұрын

Chris rainbow its not just the music I am glad they are friends again its sad when the business rips friends apart the reason they are so successful together is they have chemistry the songs are great but its also that they are actually friends they are not just hired musicians put together they did it

I was a child when I first heard their song “Shout”...they were awesome then & they’re still awesome now! M

It's such a shame Roland in the younger years was not comfortable as a celeb. But when their band was formed they made massive hits that people loved. If I was Roland I would look back by watching a Tears for Fears song like Everybody wants to rule to the world and just see how lucky he was back then.

@blairlipscomb7378

2 жыл бұрын

He did say that he was proud of the young Roland.

I could listen to them talk about their past, records, memories, music, companies they worked with, performances and families forever!! They're just so inspiring!! I love them as people and I love their music so much!! ♫♫❤❤

Curt omg I Love him😚😙😗

Funny how they didn't enjoy their most successful part of their careers. Now their families are their treasures. I hope they have happy lives. They gave us joy in the 80s.

roland has the best hair of any person ever

@salozmen29

4 жыл бұрын

wig

@bonniespringer8738

3 жыл бұрын

I think it’s dyed

@blairlipscomb7378

3 жыл бұрын

@@bonniespringer8738 Not to be mean, but I think he should continue dying it. I don't think white hair works for him.

@bonniespringer8738

3 жыл бұрын

@@blairlipscomb7378 I think he looks better embracing his age. I don’t see any reason to hide that.

@blairlipscomb7378

3 жыл бұрын

@@bonniespringer8738 ok. But at least shave.

These dudes had a solid place in my college years. Their music was made for a specific time period - a certain euro-pop-synch-complexity. Lyrically they were a notch above other group - hard to maintain though. Good job lads!

Good interview. Loved "The groupies are older", lol. Doing interviews for the press must be the worst part of the whole process. You hear the same questions over and over and over again.

What’s great about watching this interview is in 2022 we got another album from them, and what a blessing that was because it’s amazing!!!

October of 1985 (when I was in third grade), I bought the "Songs From The Big Chair" Album and I have been heavily influenced by this Band ever since. I saw them in San Francisco, CALIFORNIA in 2004 and they were AWESOME!!! TFF= Pure Genius.

@bobbyolson6729

9 жыл бұрын

+Daniel Marquis i left a comment on the 1986 brit awards. You should read it. Both loved them around the same time, and seen them around the same time :)

@danielmarquis5258

9 жыл бұрын

+Bobby Olson That's cool. Tears for Fears are Pure Gold in my book!!!

@bobbyolson6729

9 жыл бұрын

+Daniel Marquis haha, the fastest reply i ever got in 7 plus years of youtube!

@SJUCityBoy

6 жыл бұрын

Daniel Marquis I was a freshman in high school in October 1985. I have always loved Tears For Fears from the beginning. One of the best bands ever. Songs From The Big Chair one of the best albums ever. Total geniuses musically and lyrically.

@tinajaneoxnam.8866

6 жыл бұрын

+gaston0770 .er well some of the records are crap. some of them are better. loved empire building . I thought it was brilliant.

Dear ones,just be who you are .No worries about market,pressures...be .it is enought and what love and life want from you ! Love you both.From Brazil.

Roland and Curt are so honest and cool. They both show, Curt rather reluctantly, how discomfiting to be a public artist in these Times. The interviewers eventually were pretty good in their own right but I wish they'd probed a bit more about why it is that Orzabal and Smith have been so consistently decent and Humanistic in their choices, their craft and lyrical content. For example, when the artists said repeatedly that certain tracks were especially "hard" for them to make, I mean, "hard" how? Why hard? Did they mean technically hard? Artistically? Emotionally? Roland at one point states that they worked not to repeat themselves. That alone must be a very hard goal to achieve, and achieve it of course they did do. Brilliantly. It makes me very happy to see those two instinctive gents settle into middle age. They don't seem to construe how elegantly each of them has pulled off that feat. We all benefit from that, obviously. Just wanted to say so. It's due them. Their last album really was pristine and very affecting also. I like that they both state that we may or may not have heard the last from them, that it's just up them. That's as it should be, surely. Personally I'd be so proud to have done any possible fraction of what they have done, jointly and severally. The interviewers should have recognized this a mite more as a golden opportunity to stare Art in the face and to enquire how artmaking actually happens. Instead they took about ten questions just to put Roland and Curt at relative ease, when this effect could have been achieved immediately, with a single discerning question. Pick the question. It doesn't much matter which one, so long as it's not hack.

I’m glad you both put aside your differences and decided to rekindle your friendship god bless!

Tears for Fears will always be at the top of the mountain for me. They've gotten the through a 38 year long fight with a brain tumor and other medical problems that have resulted from it and I am thankfulful for their musical influence on my life even though I have to give God his fair share!!!

I think they were just tired. Listen to the day they had before in the beginning of the interview. I loved them then, I love them now.

@tinajaneoxnam.8866

6 жыл бұрын

Angela Gaither . Same here.😊👍🎧🎶🎵🎤🎸

@carlab.1225

2 жыл бұрын

And I still love these two guys in 2021!! ❤ from Texas!

I love these guys and the video Every body wants to the rule world my favourite song from the 80's wish i could go back to that time when i was young

I love these guys

😆 when Roland said “I still look this same”

@carlab.1225

2 жыл бұрын

Roland is still so handsome in 2021! Curt too!

@JamurlJames

6 ай бұрын

I like Roland in 1985 He was hot and Sexy❤❤

Everybody’s a critic, should be the name of this record. Some 80s artists love to hate on themselves, when they were amazingly instrumental in inspiring the best in music from that time forward. The fact that videos were made mainstream in the 80s make people cringe. I hate my pics from that time too, and now kids are looking at you and taking fashion from your look from that time. Appreciate yourselves. You made music when people used their limbic systems much more drastically. You made your audience feel something not by just your music but videos and shows. Your are the beginning of the end of what it means to be truly human. You sit in a priceless space.

I think that last comment re: Curt not being able to sing is unfair. He certainly could sing when they were making albums in the 80s and whilst his voice was never anywhere near as powerful as Roland’s, he had an interesting, melancholic voice that added a lot to TFF songs. Especially when singing with Roland, their voices mesh incredibly well. These days he has lost the power he did have and as singers get older their voices do age with them and they tend to have more “bad” vocal days than they used to, especially when they’re touring. I’ve heard some sketchy performances from him and I’ve heard some great ones. I would say the same of Roland, there’s occasions where his vocals have been sketchy and almost cringeworthy, but that’s just what happens when you’ve used your voice to make your living for so long. It starts to degrade. I certainly don’t think Roland is underrated in fact I see more criticism of Curt and admiration of Roland within the TFF fandom than anything else. The same may not be true outside the fandom but I would argue the same is true of any band. It is usually the frontman who will get the praise and attention whilst the other band members, some of whom may have contributed a great deal to the writing of songs, are largely ignored. Whilst I don’t think there is anyone here that would disagree that Roland is the songwriter, driving force, and the better singer, he clearly missed his partner in crime (saying in previous interviews Curt is his muse and he always wrote for him and his voice, even when they weren’t talking) They have an incredible musical chemistry that works for them both and they feel working together brings about something special, otherwise why would they continue to record music and tour when it is clear that their relationship is still complicated and something that they have to work hard to maintain. Pitting one against the other is pointless when they have decided they want to be together and no-one (not even Curt) would disagree that Roland has the superior talent.

@larko2020

3 жыл бұрын

I havent come across any material about Curt being Roland's muse. This is the first time hearing that. Would love to see that interview

@evgeniya_evgeniya

2 жыл бұрын

May I ask you to share that interview, please ?

TFF FOREVER!!!!I LOVE YOU!!!

I love TFF. Period.

I think Curt is more attractive now than in the 1980s.

Very honest interview.

I have just enjoyed this whole interview . I think they are just cool guys.

These guys are the real deal they are amazing artists and they do set great examples as artists to they are real and genuine to pure I love them dearly I want always tears for fears to live on there the best band out there.

great band, timeless music

Que Hermosoooos Curt Smith y Roland Orzabal en la entrevista. Son tan simpaticos y tan expresivos . I love you Tears For Fears . Se lo merecen todo .💋💋💋💋🌻🌻🌻🌻🌏🐬🐬🐬TFF

It's tragic these two couldn't of gotten along better. Their first album was my first album/cassette. I have so much debt in music selection and these guys are such a big reason. They were way before their time and their sound is endless. Roy orbizal is an amazing vocalist is a Major reason why I sing today. And for that I'm greatful.....

@SophieRutter

4 жыл бұрын

Me too !!! It was my first cassette !!! I totally agree !!! Congrats on your singing !

LINDOS MARAVILHOSOS

Man I love you guys Curt Roland you still have it. 🥰

I love them so much.

your music all around is truly great... the new stuff and the old stuff.... in the eighties you both looked great.... and you still look great... and of course sound great... thanks for the music guys.

@carlab.1225

2 жыл бұрын

2019 Tour, they both look so handsome. And Roland, still magical in every way! ❤

Fantastic insightful interview. Thanks for posting.

@tinajaneoxnam.8866

6 жыл бұрын

Moto X Marc . Just wouldve helped if youtube waited until roland finished answering the question before it ran out.

love this band!

Brilliant band,hope to hear more.Keep up the good work lads.

Every word spoken, opinion expressed,song written,& performed is an appreciated Contribution to our/ my life 🌍🚴🎶🎶🎶🎶🎶🎶

Great talent!

Em 4:07 Curt Smith fala " ...acho que atualmente ( 2004 ) 80% da música é descartável..." Oq será que ele pensa hoje? Aqui no Brasil a coisa degringolou precipício abaixo e não tem volta! A cultura é uma coisa complicada né! Uns choram, outro riem....O que vende no Brasil hoje me faz chorar de desgosto mas enriquece muita gente! Mas, viva Tears For Fears que está na estrada em 2023 para nos alegrar! Quem leu esse comentário, procure o álbum "The Tipping Point " que está excepcional!

The boys from Bath.

I know this is an old video but I could sit and look and listen to Roland all day

Love you,love your Music,listen to you every day,spotify or youttube!!!

Thank you

@carolynhill4676

7 жыл бұрын

I will always love Roland and Curt. saw them in Columbus in May and would go again.😘

Que bien se ven los dos

Lindos demais 😎 Adoraria conhece-los🥰

Great two vocal!

This is a good interview, it's great to see how time can changes our outlooks, we mature, and what once seemed so important just isn't anymore. Progress :)

Love those great looking Tears For Fears lads..

I do think this is their best album. I cannot wait for the new album.

Your great,continue!!!

Interesting interview I love most there songs

Allowing Curt to leave the band in 91...that was a career ending move for these two.

They're so cute and funny

This interviewer is great. Luv these guys. They did Rule the World in 1985.

if Roland had just come clean and say "hey, I took the spotlight and creative lead after a while and you got left on the side and eventually dropped Curt. I let my ego get in the way and i'm sorry".

@HANNAHJOJOFA

5 жыл бұрын

its quiet true, Roland was too shy before and Curt did all the up front work, then when Roland got more confident then doesn't need Curt anymore

@nspr9721

5 жыл бұрын

Exactly. If you listen to Curt's solo stuff, it's extremely good and he's a strong creative engine, which hasn't always been recognised - he should have been allowed to contribute more. Looks like the record company tried to push Curt out and for a time Roland went with it. Yes Roland has a deep booming voice and good sardonic lyrics, a massive talent, but it is mistaken and too simplistic to say 'Roland is the musical genius'.

@jezzyby47

5 жыл бұрын

I think Ro was a bit jealous of Curt because Curt was the voice of all the hits, but i think Ro was the main man and wrote most of those hits, so he felt put out by Curt being the 'star' and him not so much. So he did Elemental to prove that he was the main man, and it worked, it's such a brilliant album, but he was very abusive lyrically to Curt on that album, so i agree he should have just apologised about that. He had proved his point, but it has caused upset between them both which still carries on even today. Roland is the real talent in TFF, but Curt is the voice, and they need to realise that but also recognise that it is part of what makes them unique.

@blairlipscomb7378

3 жыл бұрын

@@HANNAHJOJOFA shy? He didn't seem shy dancing in the early music videos.

i love tears for fears

@JamurlJames

6 ай бұрын

Same❤❤

I don’t understand why they didn’t like the way they looked in the early years. They were both adorable. Believe me, I like pics of me 15 years ago WAY better than pics of me today (yes, my profile pic is current, lol).

@candysweet434

Жыл бұрын

i know roland liked the way he looked. he has said “what a good looking boy” he was.

@tinalulumack378

Жыл бұрын

​@@candysweet434 At the time when Roland was young he called himself ugly...only inretrospect did he see he was so cute and even better looking in the 1990s!! I was 10nwhen The Hurting came out I remember with SFTBC Roland saying they were the ugly Wham...never a Wham fan loved TFF from first listen is 1983

Músicos fabulosos lindos inteligentes íntegros e sexy adoro essa banda

I wonder if these men read these comments ? Their both beautiful beings.💋

Curt and ROLAND so gorgeous and handsome ❤❤❤❤❤❤

Dude I love tears for fears

Interesting interview and I really like a lot of their songs from the past. Shame the way people fall out in the music industry but that's the way it goes I guess. I reckon they should just shout, shout and let it all out, they really are things they can do without. Come on, I'm talking to them. Come on. Sure it's a mad world.

@tinajaneoxnam.8866

6 жыл бұрын

rita I loved what u said.

@kathleengreenlay7861

6 жыл бұрын

Rita-Marie Lawlor shout, shout let it all out😎

@tinajaneoxnam.8866

6 жыл бұрын

Rita-Marie Lawlor . That was cool rita.😆

@tinajaneoxnam.8866

6 жыл бұрын

+Kathleen Greenlay . haha! 😅

@judysmith-randle1558

6 жыл бұрын

Okay ..this is damn funny!!!

And also roland was in the middle of answering another question until the youtube ran out.

Muito grandioso tudo isso é divino é de mais ....

Curt i,tuoi capelli sono grigi ma i,tuoi occhi splendono della stessa luce di quando avevi 25 ...30 -anni ....e io che ho,la stessa tua età quando vedo i vostri video mi sento ancora giovane come allora .. Peccato che tu non sia italiano e soprattutto che non sia mio amico e che non potrò mai vederti dal, vivo Mio più grande desiderio ..tua ammiratrice da anni anni anni tantissimi anni . Con affetto

Very underrated and unfortunately grouped with 80s music as if they had no musical talent whatsoever. But in fact, they have tons of musical talent. Plus they seem very genuine.

@fireheartis1

10 жыл бұрын

What are you talking about. 80's music was when everyone had musical talent. The 80's were a great time to enjoy music. I mostly grew up in the 90's and I'm 33 now, but I love 80's music. The 80's and 90's had some great musical talent and Tears for Fears was one of the best and still is. I was jamming to them in my car on the way home from work today.

@TheKonga88

6 жыл бұрын

The dumbest comment ever you fucktard..

@kathleengreenlay7861

6 жыл бұрын

phosphodiesterase I agree with you there were a very modest band. And did not get the fame there deserve.

@rema1574

6 жыл бұрын

70's, 80's and 90's had great music

@BilgePump

6 жыл бұрын

phosphodiesterase; could’nt agree more.

curt how can u say we are consdently reminded of the way u used to look is horrifying? you was gorgues . you still are.😊

Awesome band, electronik or acoustic, just an incredible sound!!!

Curt está muito gato neste vídeo. Que que isso.....❤❤❤

Nossa que lindos eu amo o roland

Nossa Roland sempre lindo.... Fiquei triste em saber que eles não são amigos,mal.se falam....

@reginabianco2063

Жыл бұрын

...eles são !

I love too watch y'all on stage soo how many songs do y'all play when y'all or together 😊😊😊.

I’m looking for another interview from this time. They discuss the making of Happy Ending more and there are some acoustic versions. Anyone?

@sharronfoxx69

3 жыл бұрын

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The more I listen to Curt's interviews, the more I see him as a person with a big ego. Roland seems to be more delicate, I have the impression that he gives more of himself in this relationship, shows more affection (even at concerts). He was the one who spoke to Curt first, I have a feeling he just missed him. Curt always seems to be more cold and distant.

@tinalulumack378

8 ай бұрын

I agree with you. From my understanding Curt left TFF after the Seeds of Love tour because Roland gelled musically with Oleta Adams more so than Curt...so upset that he had a smaller role in the group during that time...plus per Curt's own admission he was not around much during the making of the album. He seems to actually be the more temperamental one... before the Tipping point he was going to leave TFF again. Actually Curt faxed Roland asking him to call him...Roland was apprehensive about it due to the way Curt just left him high and dry. Curt's daughter didn't think Curt did anything but go to the gym while her mom went to work. I am guessing this prompted him to want to do something meaningful again something his girls could see and be proud of lol but Im just guessing about that based on his interviews I've seen and read

After their reunion it makes me curious what would happen or what it'd be like if I tried to reunite with my best friend that I haven't talked to in 7 years.