Stephen Colbert lost his father and two brothers in a plane crash in 1974. He knows what Nick Cave is talking about. The fact he didn't talk about his own tragedy shows what a great interviewer he is.
It's like surviving a cave in when everyone else didn't. There are a bunch of emotions involved that need time to be sorted out so one can recognize them.
And when you have really arrived in a place of grace, you can allow someone else to have the floor, we are not talking about fishing stories here and comparing notes. The whole and full life experience is for those who have loved deeply and lost
This met/surpassed the best of golden era daytime talk. 'Great to see it come back. I'd seen an early uncompromising Cave via TH-cam in disparaging, disrespectful treatment of a college fan-interviewer, to eventually grow into offering a free for the masses master course in the creative process. Phenomenal transcendence ~
This interview made me cry. My daughter was an admirer of Nick Cave and introduced me to his music. She also saw him perform in Boston, MA. She really loved his music. She passed “too soon”. She was my only child and the love of my life/. It’s been 2 years and I am still trying to find my way to the other side of grief. Thank you for this interview. In a way you brought her back to me for a moment for she would have love this exchange ❤️🎶☮️
Thanks to the Late Show for letting the interview play out, and give time for Nick and Steven to talk about these sensitive topics. It really deserved the space to breathe.
As much as I love that they posted the entire body of this interview online, I would have sincerely loved that the broadcast audience had seen the entirety of this thought-provoking interview. A stunningly brilliant interview. Thank you Stephen & Nick.
Lost my wife after 36 years together, unexpected cardiac arrest 2021. I still struggle with my loss. I cried my way through Nicks account of his own grief. Beautiful.
I'm so sorry for your loss. Don't give yourself a deadline for getting over it - I've had that sort of thing put over my head in the past (both implicit AND explicitly, some people are wild in their discomfort at another's pain!) It's ridiculous and reductive. The pain of the loss is a part of and a tribute to the love/bond you had, and it and you deserve all the time and space you need to feel it. As Stephen said, in some ways, it's a privilege/badge of honour, recognition for both them, and your journey together. Good luck on the new chapter of your journey, I hope you have lots of love and joy in your life, and can allow yourself that without guilt for if/when/how you grieve. Our pains are similar but our roads are different, we all get there in our own way and time. (Sorry for my unsolicited monologue, I guess Nick really got me in my feels and your comment resonated 😊)
People say, 'I'm sorry for your loss', or 'I'm praying for your loss', but the hole left by the unexpected passing of someone so deep in your soul can't be filled by words of sympathetic people. Ears are better, and the touch of a friend's hand. You have the right to grieve as long as it takes; and no one has the right to expect more. Be well, friend.
@@sealyoness I think it’s nice when people say that. There is nothing better they can say At least they made an effort. When I had a big loss I saw a couple of people run away so they don’t have to say anything. What is the perfect thing to say?
It’s some pretty heady, heavy stuff, he shares. TBH, I did not know if him and his work…maybe heard his name somewhere. Now I simply must find out more and look forward to discovering what he wants to offer.☮️💜
“You’ve been loving him a long time Down all the years, down all the days And you’ve cried for all his troubles Smiled at his funny little ways” If you know, you know.
Agreed. Colbert allows his guests to actually speak w/o trying to be a clown, or dominate the conversation like Fallon (everything is just schlock and self-centered material) Colbert stradles edutainment where you check your ego, share an intellectual viewpoint and still manage to have some fun. Colbert guests exemplifies the quality of his show
I never thought I'd see Nick Cave do a late night interview like this. Greatly appreciate Colbert letting this be the deep conversation that it shoud be.
Tears running down my cheek watching this interview. Nick is a rare talent and exemplary human being. Much respect to Steven Colbert for allowing the rest of the world to see.
Definitely right up there with his first interview with Joe Biden after Beau died of cancer. That interview really put Colbert's Late Show on a secure footing, and also demonstrated the deep humanity and empathy of both men.
As an Australian family who loves music, we've held a very deep love for Nick for many years. During a trip to LA roughly 13 years ago, we ran into Nick, his beautiful, talented wife Susie and their young son enjoying a quiet Sunday morning breakfast at the same pancake cafe we were at in the Farmers Market. I managed to restrain my inner fan-girl because the image of this family enjoying a lovely breakfast together was so personal and precious. After losing our son 11 years ago, Nick's own thoughts on grief definitely resonate with me. He is a remarkable man ❤
As someone who is familiar with how much restraint it requires to take a step back and not be a self-indulgent fan, your choice to not interrupt their family moment warmed my heart. I'm so very proud to share the planet with someone of your thoughtfulness, and I'm very sorry for your loss.
Amazing! An American talk-show host that actually listens to a guest and let them talk without interrupting them with nonsense questions and comments. Keep it up, Mr. Colbert!
They (Stephen, Conan, Seth, both Jimmy’s, one more than the other) all have gem interviews. Each show has a style that the producers build, so there’s a flavor that is consistently put forward, but if you look you can come to find those gems.
Never have I seen a talk show interview in which the audience is silent and captivated for 21 whole minutes, before breaking into applause. Not a sound at all prior. That is the power of these two wonderful men.
Great interview, my lovely husband died suddenly in May 2023, he was a massive Nick Cave fan. One of the first presents I bought him was a Nick Cave album. Into My Arms was played at his funeral, it was our song. Hopefully, one day I will be able to listen to it without crying. I will try and follow your advice Nick, you are a lovely man x
Anyone who starts an epic song with “I don’t believe in an interventionist god…” is awesome in my book. Not from a religious point of view, just so thoughtful and part of one of the most beautiful songs ever ❤❤❤
@@user-du2jy6ns2k Just finished watching this incredible interview and am tearing up - He does this to me almost every time. Met him on the street once in Italy. He could not have been more generous, open, and present. He didn't need to be, but he was.
24 hours after the collision death of the love of my lifetime, I was overcome with wave after wave of paralyzing grief. I hiked a hill and saw a bird fly across the most incredible orange sunset. Suddenly I was swept over by waves of Joy! The realization that life continued, that I could someday recover and heal. My Aha moment!! My undeserved gift. + I share this through tears 40 years later. Grief is a Lifetime... but we can cope and carry-on.
I was at his first concert back after Arthur died. That was an amazing night. I think the encore went for about an hour, Nick clearly didn't want to leave the stage. There was such a great connection between him and the crowd. I'm so glad I got to be part of that.
💔 The story of the girl squeezing his hand, brought tears to my eyes and my soul. I was 18 when my brother died at age 23. 40 years later, i still miss him deeply. I had a close friend who, after hugging me deeply, she just sat with me well over an hour, and it was exactly what I needed. ❤ It was the people who honestly said "This doesn't make sense." who truly gave me support. I realize everyone had good intentions, and felt powerless to say much of anything. Grief is not given enough acceptance in our society.
Grief is a rough sell, and so personal that a one-size-fits-all is insulting because it lacks intimate attuning. The impulse to be comforting is okay, but it can also reinforce that sense of isolation if it's not tailored correctly. Sitting quietly is such a good go-to.
I am writing my first ever you tube comment ever. This is a wonderful interview; what a generous man Nick Cave is. This is an object lesson in how to treat a guest; be knowledgeable of the work and give them space.
When I was young, I embraced Nick’s anger and cynicism, as it was expressed through his music, because it reflected my own. So many performers fall into the trap of feeling that they have to maintain a persona developed in their 20’s to keep a fan base in their 50’s and beyond. They’ll go out on the Indian casino/state fair circuit doing the same old thing, with both the performer and audience desperately trying to hold on to a moment in time that they’ll never get back. It’s lovely to hear Nick, both as an artist and a person, embrace growth and change, even devastating change, as a fundamental aspect of humanity and to see that he’s willing to put new artistic works out into the public, knowing that they might be rejected by those who once held him in esteem, but also knowing that they might open other’s eyes to a new idea. Thank you for a great interview.
@@paulhannan477Hello dear, thanks for your support and love for Nick cave, we appreciate you. My name is Suzi greenrich and I work with Nick cave, I happen to be his online manager. He asked me to get in touch with you. As he came across your profile in his notification box, he pick at random to know his fans and personally help out, he doesn't have the chance to chat with you directly that's why you will go through me to get to him. Hope that's clear It will be nice to hear back from you as you get the message so I trust you take this seriously. Thanks for your time...
Just happened on this interview - deeply moving, meaningful, inspiring. As someone whose life has suffered massive grief and loss in the past 3 years especially, that bit about hopefulness at the end touched me in a profound way that I cannot quite articulate. Thank you.
This is so wonderful. I couldn't stop crying. Thank you Stephen Colbert for having Nick as a guest and asking great questions. Two gentlemen in our world bringing grace and compassion
This is what an interview should be. It is now the standard by which all other interviews should be judged. It was in-depth, intelligent, emotionally honest, there was an actual exchange of views, they were unafraid to tackle the big topics head on. What a refreshing change from “Tell me about your new movie.”
I’m still shocked that I just saw Nick Cave on a late night TV show in America! And that the host knew who he was! And his young sons knew! What a gift. Made my morning bright. Grief was a physically dangerous journey for me a few years ago. Today, I am in joy. 🖤
no one and i mean NO ONE gives a show like Nick Cave. I saw him at a concert a few years ago and i barley knew any of his songs and I came out totally enchanted.
Last fall, I drove to Cleveland for 6 hours on a long lonely night to see him 'solo' in concert. Some years before I heard Nick with the Bad Seeds in Toronto. My "enchantment" began when I first saw them as part of Wim Wenders' 'Wings of Desire' in 1987.
No better place than the Late Show with the ever understanding and empathic Mr. Colbert to bring this unique Artist to the conscious of a wider audience.
Thank you for not cutting up that conversation. It was beautiful. Stephen Colbert's interviews about grief have been so powerful they may be his greatest legacy. Nick Cave was so clear and articulate - he gave us a gift. I am sure I will revisit this interview again.
My life partner died very unexpectedly in 2018. The circumstances were so difficult and unbelievable and his family in some ways seemed to blame me. I have been very alone in my grief. NIck Cave's Red Hand Files offered me a glimpse of what it means to actually be able to talk about a loss of that magnitude. Talking about it helps you understand it and like Nick says, prevent it from turning against you inside. The way he has recorded and offered his journey of loss and grief through his music, his films, the book, is like a caring hand to each of us who is seeking solace. As Nick talks about so beautifully, there is another view on the other side of the grief, but we cannot hurry it and it exists because the loss has refashioned us into a new way of being. NIck Cave has been an important part of my healing. I am forever grateful for his honest sharing.
Hello dear, thanks for your support and love for Nick cave, we appreciate you. My name is Suzi greenrich and I work with Nick cave, I happen to be his online manager. He asked me to get in touch with you. As he came across your profile in his notification box, he pick at random to know his fans and personally help out, he doesn't have the chance to chat with you directly that's why you will go through me to get to him. Hope that's clear It will be nice to hear back from you as you get the message so I trust you take this seriously. Thanks for your time...
It is beautiful to see how deeply moving this interview has been to so many folks navigating through their own feelings of loss. I read posts like yours @sallyduros, and I feel honored to feel deeply affected by them. Your loss is shared, even by those of us who have not crossed paths with you before.
@@EdTaboada Thank you, Ed. As NIck says, we all will have loss. I want folks to know that Nick Cave's going public with his struggles has brought solace to thousands over the last many years before Colbert, and before all the other publicity. When Nick Cave shared his truth through his natural channels, we responded. His appearance on Colbert is a co-creation of Nick Cave and his audience and people like you all moved to assist each other.
Nick's Red Hand Letters are so wonderful to read. He is such a compassionate person trying hard to understand our place in the world. I love his music but more, the man himself.
Thanks. We are here to help each other. Thank you to all who made this interview happen " Thank you to Stephen & Nick. Thank you to everyone who posted this. Sending Love, light, peace to everyone. Please know you are loved, we are all loved and loving .🇺🇸🦋🤍☮️💫
This is one of the best interviews that late-night has produced, Nick and Steven both interacted amazingly. I really felt this one. Both Nick and Steve were so present, and it left me hanging on their every word.
Take note of how considered Nick's word choice is, how he allows pauses, and how Stephen gives him the space to say exactly what he needs to say. Beautiful interview.
As an Australian I've been following Nick Cave for years. He is such a deep thinker and it's expressed through his music. On grief, it's true, sometimes actions speak louder than words.
@ottomellar6774 Dude. The English have given more to the world than probably any other people in history, with many of the greatest minds. Plus, we are your mother. Anyway, I'm only bantering with you. You got touchy very quickly so I won't even bring up the scandalous ball tampering. My God. I watched 9/11 live and I thought it was the worst thing I'd ever see. Little did I know. Little did I know. Watching your boys cry did make up for it a big though. You Aussies, aye. With your big red heads.
It's so inspiring to see Cave, a self-proclaimed introvert, speak so eloquently on topics such as grief and hope. Much love to Mr. Cave, his family, and his team
He was nervous but was courageous enough to power through it and I'm so glad he did because it was beautiful and just another reason among reasons I adore Stephen Colbert
What a beautiful man. While many friends have been his fans since the 80s, I’ve more recently come to see that Nick Cave’s work is less about commanding dark forces and more about vanquishing them. I’ve been stuck in a fallow life, but hearing that hope is adversarial touched me deeply. I have desperately needed to hear that hope is the solvent that can extract my life from this tar baby of ennui. Thank you for bringing this conversation to your viewers and reminding me to seek out the Red Hand Files for more of Nick’s wisdom. Blessings.
Stephen is such a great interviewer! Managed the silence, kept quiet and attentive. Amazing! Nick is a generous soul and his words so profound. Thank you both.
I have seen him live more than any other musician… he has been a tremendous inspiration. He has evolved and transformed as I have as I have changed and aged. It is so rare to have such a treasure grow with you.
I played Into My Arms at my brother in law’s Memorial Service. He was an avowed atheist and it was the most beautiful tribute to his family I could find. Thank you for speaking to so many families and people in grief.
This man lives just down the road from me, and while I have listened to his music my whole life, I never appreciated him as much as I did after this interview with you Stephen. I don't know you, but I've watched every episode of TV you've ever done, and you're a better interviewer the older you get. Exceptional.
I like how Nick assents that he's a fan of Leonard Cohen and allows Colbert to quote Cohen's Suzanne and even exclaims "Beautifully put!"-without any mention that not only does Nick Cave know the man and the song well, but he also performed and recorded a live version of the song that is one of the best versions of the song. Check it out on TH-cam.
My husband died suddenly when our kids were tiny, and even though it was the worst period of my life so far, I also felt cocooned in love. I relate to what Nick is saying--I've known people who seem to feel that it's a betrayal of their loved one to find happiness again. I'm not great at this, but I'm trying to let grief be one of the many currents in this ocean of existence and to let it intermingle with joy and pleasure in a way that makes me more appreciative. Bitterness can bring out the sweet. It's a process.
Nick was interviewed on our national broadcasting TV station very recently (Just aired on Monday night) and he spoke very openly about his past, growing up as an iconic Australian musician and he and his wife's grief for the separate losses of their two near adult sons. Something that Mr Colbert can deeply identify with. I'm 65 and an Australian touring musician with my own children and grandchildren who has watched Nicks musical transformation over many decades from 'The Boys next Door', 'The Birthday Party' (regarded as a very 'dangerous' band) to 'Nick Cave and the Bad Seeds' and more. Every incarnation is of great worth and needs to be looked at. Mr Colbert's personable manner in this interview was superb and genuine. Thank you.
He's been around since the early 80s, but has been pretty 'underground' or 'alternative' the whole time. His baritone voice and verbose lyrical styling is not typically considered to be particularly commercial, but then pop music is pretty lightweight. He's also written movie scripts, btw.
Enjoy the deep dive to come! Also if you dig Nick Cave, check out the work of the late Rowland S Howard. He was in the Boys Next Door/The Birthday Party with Nick Cave before moving onto his own projects.
While I love Johnny Cash, the truth is, Nick Cave is just another level of a musician. And if you like Cash, then Cave will just blow your mind. Just another level. One of the great great great songwriters of all time. 4 decades of amazing albuns, one after another.
This was magnificent. What a blessing to have spent most of my life reveling in his work and works. Thank you Nick, and thank *you* Stephen for taking the time for such a powerful interview.
This is by far the deepest and most meaningful conversation I’ve ever heard in a talk show. Props to Stephen for actually listening and giving us this gift.
My 1st time I saw Nick Cave & the bad seeds live I was 14 yrs old & had already been a fan. Still am & more so impressed with listening to he’s journey through he’s music, poetry & voice. Thanks for showing Nick tonight with he’s uplifting voice through he’s pain & response to grief. Im Australian but follow American politics & culture because it matters lol… but it seems to me the hope & joy & abundance of goodness in our world is growing & let us hope America chooses hope, joy, love over hate & evil finding a hold on the world 🌎 thank you again for bringing the joy 🫶🏼
Nick describing the subtle, important, touching interaction with the nice gal at the restaurant where he lives after his son died got me in the feels. Touching his hand like that to non-verbally let Nick know she's sorry for his loss made tears come from my eyes at 5:30am in Sonoran desert makes sense a musician would find comfort that way they perform to create a similar experience well done on this interview Mr Colbert 🥲🌵
That letter is extraordinary. I grew up in a household entirely devoid of hope. I've only started to experience it in the last couple of years and it feels like a stranger every time it passes through. I think I've found it easier to push it away because it felt indefensible and naive. This is such a different perspective and I want to hold on to it.
I've only had the opportunity to see Nick perform once, but at that show he called the audience to the stage and he walked into the seats and sang to us there. He truly turned the tables on our experience. Again, in this interview he shared a perspective unique and inspiring. Thank you Nick.
A late night show has never brought me to the point of tears before. I’m not surprised that it was Colbert interviewing Cave that finally did it, but I’m so appreciative that Colbert has created the type of space where this type of conversation is possible. ❤
That deep discussion of grief, was perhaps the greatest interview Colbert has ever done.
Considering the great loss and grief Stephen has also experienced.
You get that Nick Cave was a shitty dad leading up to the overdose of his son, right? Worse than John Lennon even.
Agree
Yes, you may be correct. I cannot think of any better.
Superb interview! ❤ Colbert was exquisitely sensitive, probing and very well prepared. Brilliant Nick Caves. ❤️🩹
Stephen Colbert lost his father and two brothers in a plane crash in 1974. He knows what Nick Cave is talking about. The fact he didn't talk about his own tragedy shows what a great interviewer he is.
It's like surviving a cave in when everyone else didn't. There are a bunch of emotions involved that need time to be sorted out so one can recognize them.
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And when you have really arrived in a place of grace, you can allow someone else to have the floor, we are not talking about fishing stories here and comparing notes. The whole and full life experience is for those who have loved deeply and lost
@@56music64 You have a poet's soul. and truly recognize how joy and depth of soul - and humor - can come of personal tragedy Thank you.
@@sealyoness thank you
It is so pleasant to see an exchange where a question is asked and the questioner gives the person as much space as they need to answer fully.
Pleased to hear that letter 😢🎉😢🎉😂😢😢
Completely agree. Container culture doesn’t allow for elongated interesting musings. Alas, people are also an awful lot less curious.
Colbert is very good at giving the guests breathing room. His interviews are relaxing unlike some other late night shows.
@@Gilgamesh2555 Especially for Nick Cave. He's a deeply complicated and experienced individual. A truly beautiful person.
Beautifully done by Colbert. He's at his best when his humanity and depth is on display imo. Phenomenal interview.
I didn’t think television was capable of producing anything good anymore. Thank you for proving me wrong.
This met/surpassed the best of golden era daytime talk. 'Great to see it come back. I'd seen an early uncompromising Cave via TH-cam in disparaging, disrespectful treatment of a college fan-interviewer, to eventually grow into offering a free for the masses master course in the creative process. Phenomenal transcendence ~
so true!
Nick is a mesmerising listen. Thank you Stephen for inviting him to speak.
Interesting choice of a word. Mesmerising...hmm
This interview made me cry. My daughter was an admirer of Nick Cave and introduced me to his music. She also saw him perform in Boston, MA. She really loved his music. She passed “too soon”. She was my only child and the love of my life/. It’s been 2 years and I am still trying to find my way to the other side of grief. Thank you for this interview. In a way you brought her back to me for a moment for she would have love this exchange ❤️🎶☮️
Thinking of you with warmth and love Kathleen…keep on keeping on
I’m so sorry for your loss.
May you know many joys again, and share them with your daughter in your heart each time.
@@katheenburke7950 ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
Thank you for sharing that. Big hug and lots of love for you.
Thanks to the Late Show for letting the interview play out, and give time for Nick and Steven to talk about these sensitive topics. It really deserved the space to breathe.
Agreed
*breathe
This, all day. A fantastic experience.
🙏 amen
As much as I love that they posted the entire body of this interview online, I would have sincerely loved that the broadcast audience had seen the entirety of this thought-provoking interview. A stunningly brilliant interview. Thank you Stephen & Nick.
Lost my wife after 36 years together, unexpected cardiac arrest 2021. I still struggle with my loss.
I cried my way through Nicks account of his own grief. Beautiful.
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I'm so sorry for your loss. Don't give yourself a deadline for getting over it - I've had that sort of thing put over my head in the past (both implicit AND explicitly, some people are wild in their discomfort at another's pain!) It's ridiculous and reductive. The pain of the loss is a part of and a tribute to the love/bond you had, and it and you deserve all the time and space you need to feel it.
As Stephen said, in some ways, it's a privilege/badge of honour, recognition for both them, and your journey together.
Good luck on the new chapter of your journey, I hope you have lots of love and joy in your life, and can allow yourself that without guilt for if/when/how you grieve. Our pains are similar but our roads are different, we all get there in our own way and time.
(Sorry for my unsolicited monologue, I guess Nick really got me in my feels and your comment resonated 😊)
People say, 'I'm sorry for your loss', or 'I'm praying for your loss', but the hole left by the unexpected passing of someone so deep in your soul can't be filled by words of sympathetic people. Ears are better, and the touch of a friend's hand. You have the right to grieve as long as it takes; and no one has the right to expect more. Be well, friend.
@@sealyoness I think it’s nice when people say that. There is nothing better they can say At least they made an effort. When I had a big loss I saw a couple of people run away so they don’t have to say anything. What is the perfect thing to say?
Much love, strength and hope
I have loved Nick Cave for so many decades. This interview made me cry. Beautiful.
It’s some pretty heady, heavy stuff, he shares.
TBH, I did not know if him and his work…maybe heard his name somewhere.
Now I simply must find out more and look forward to discovering what he wants to offer.☮️💜
Thank you Stephen Colbert and team for posting this important interview. Thank you.
Stephen Colbert made me cry…I hadn’t finished the interview when I made my last comment ❤
A man of great character, and integrity.
“You’ve been loving him a long time
Down all the years, down all the days
And you’ve cried for all his troubles
Smiled at his funny little ways”
If you know, you know.
This is exactly what this country needs right now. A great big shot of Nick Cave.
Thanks 🙏 Nick and Thanks Stephen and producers for allowing the time for a REAL conversation. I do love a laugh but this is real human connection.
Well said.
Agreed. Colbert allows his guests to actually speak w/o trying to be a clown, or dominate the conversation like Fallon (everything is just schlock and self-centered material)
Colbert stradles edutainment where you check your ego, share an intellectual viewpoint and still manage to have some fun. Colbert guests exemplifies the quality of his show
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Absolutely ❤
Thank you for putting this out in one piece instead of bite sized. People crave longer conversations, even if they might not know it.
Bang on true. I hope your comment is taken to heart.🥰
When you tune in for a light snack,
and are served a smorgasbord.
There aren't many interviews like this on TV, but I certainly enjoyed watching it.
Well said!
Came here to say the same thing. This reminds me of the kind of stuff you'd see on the old Dick Cavett show
@@brianearl362 I was about to say the same thing.
I never thought I'd see Nick Cave do a late night interview like this. Greatly appreciate Colbert letting this be the deep conversation that it shoud be.
Stephen Colbert is a treasure
This is the best interview ever. No interruptions, just pure. Thank you.
Nah. Go and watch old Dick Cavett interviews. His ones with Richard Burton are the gold standard
Tears running down my cheek watching this interview. Nick is a rare talent and exemplary human being. Much respect to Steven Colbert for allowing the rest of the world to see.
possibly colbert's best interview... ever
Two great men. Humanity joins us.
Definitely right up there with his first interview with Joe Biden after Beau died of cancer. That interview really put Colbert's Late Show on a secure footing, and also demonstrated the deep humanity and empathy of both men.
@@geoffbuckley9243in what way is Colbert a “great man”? This is the clown who danced around with his lackeys dressed as Covid vaccines.
As an Australian family who loves music, we've held a very deep love for Nick for many years.
During a trip to LA roughly 13 years ago, we ran into Nick, his beautiful, talented wife Susie and their young son enjoying a quiet Sunday morning breakfast at the same pancake cafe we were at in the Farmers Market.
I managed to restrain my inner fan-girl because the image of this family enjoying a lovely breakfast together was so personal and precious.
After losing our son 11 years ago, Nick's own thoughts on grief definitely resonate with me. He is a remarkable man ❤
As someone who is familiar with how much restraint it requires to take a step back and not be a self-indulgent fan, your choice to not interrupt their family moment warmed my heart. I'm so very proud to share the planet with someone of your thoughtfulness, and I'm very sorry for your loss.
Amazing! An American talk-show host that actually listens to a guest and let them talk without interrupting them with nonsense questions and comments. Keep it up, Mr. Colbert!
He always does.
They (Stephen, Conan, Seth, both Jimmy’s, one more than the other) all have gem interviews. Each show has a style that the producers build, so there’s a flavor that is consistently put forward, but if you look you can come to find those gems.
You're misreading situation
Never have I seen a talk show interview in which the audience is silent and captivated for 21 whole minutes, before breaking into applause. Not a sound at all prior. That is the power of these two wonderful men.
They laughed, clapped, cheered and interacted with the interview many times! Did you see this video 😂
Dick Cavett doesn't agree
Magnificent exchange between two beautiful souls. Thank you, gentlemen.
Truly something special here💜
Great interview, my lovely husband died suddenly in May 2023, he was a massive Nick Cave fan. One of the first presents I bought him was a Nick Cave album. Into My Arms was played at his funeral, it was our song. Hopefully, one day I will be able to listen to it without crying. I will try and follow your advice Nick, you are a lovely man x
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Sending you lots of love. May your husband's memory be a blessing.
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Sorry for your loss 💐
❤❤❤ lovely words, sorry for your loss ❤❤❤
Anyone who starts an epic song with “I don’t believe in an interventionist god…” is awesome in my book. Not from a religious point of view, just so thoughtful and part of one of the most beautiful songs ever ❤❤❤
maybe my favorite of so many of his glorious songs
@@thomaswschaller his words bring tears to my eyes - he’s a beautiful human being & well interviewed by Stephen
@@user-du2jy6ns2k Just finished watching this incredible interview and am tearing up - He does this to me almost every time. Met him on the street once in Italy. He could not have been more generous, open, and present. He didn't need to be, but he was.
Those lyrics alone give me goosebumps. 😢
My favorite love song ever
24 hours after the collision death of the love of my lifetime, I was overcome with wave after wave of paralyzing grief. I hiked a hill and saw a bird fly across the most incredible orange sunset. Suddenly I was swept over by waves of Joy! The realization that life continued, that I could someday recover and heal. My Aha moment!! My undeserved gift. + I share this through tears 40 years later. Grief is a Lifetime... but we can cope and carry-on.
Yeah 🖤
Amazing...thank you for sharing...
I was at his first concert back after Arthur died. That was an amazing night. I think the encore went for about an hour, Nick clearly didn't want to leave the stage. There was such a great connection between him and the crowd. I'm so glad I got to be part of that.
Was this in Australia?
@@solitaryman777 Yes. Hobart, Tasmania.
That's amazing
I saw him in Newcastle a few nights later. Incredible concert. Greatest frontman I’ve ever seen, he oozes charisma. You can’t take your eyes off him.
💔 The story of the girl squeezing his hand, brought tears to my eyes and my soul. I was 18 when my brother died at age 23. 40 years later, i still miss him deeply. I had a close friend who, after hugging me deeply, she just sat with me well over an hour, and it was exactly what I needed. ❤
It was the people who honestly said "This doesn't make sense." who truly gave me support. I realize everyone had good intentions, and felt powerless to say much of anything.
Grief is not given enough acceptance in our society.
Grief is a rough sell, and so personal that a one-size-fits-all is insulting because it lacks intimate attuning. The impulse to be comforting is okay, but it can also reinforce that sense of isolation if it's not tailored correctly. Sitting quietly is such a good go-to.
Silence can be difficult for some of us. Yet often it's the best medicine.
The Red Hand Files have helped me in my last few years of grief. Thank you for not leaving us, Nick.
I am writing my first ever you tube comment ever. This is a wonderful interview; what a generous man Nick Cave is. This is an object lesson in how to treat a guest; be knowledgeable of the work and give them space.
Hi Brian. You don’t have to doubt your abilities anymore. Be at peace.
Well, that was profound. Loved this man's work for decades.
I didn't realize what I've missed until seeing this interview.
How could it be articulated better ? Thank you Nick Cave and Stephen for expressing grief as art and humanity.
This man is a treasure. True artistic genius.
Does it surprise you how few understand the red right hand?
Colbert at the end, after Nick's reading of the letter, with wet eyes... Wonderful moment
What an amazing, eloquent, thoughtful man. I’ve always loved his music, but I haven’t heard him speak much. Wonderful interview.
I had never heard him speaking outside of a song. This is - for me - the perfect venue.
This interview was on Australian television Monday night
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You would love the audiobook of Faith, Hope, and Carnage!
@@carolepivarnik9316 Thanks, I look forward to proving you right! : )
When I was young, I embraced Nick’s anger and cynicism, as it was expressed through his music, because it reflected my own.
So many performers fall into the trap of feeling that they have to maintain a persona developed in their 20’s to keep a fan base in their 50’s and beyond. They’ll go out on the Indian casino/state fair circuit doing the same old thing, with both the performer and audience desperately trying to hold on to a moment in time that they’ll never get back.
It’s lovely to hear Nick, both as an artist and a person, embrace growth and change, even devastating change, as a fundamental aspect of humanity and to see that he’s willing to put new artistic works out into the public, knowing that they might be rejected by those who once held him in esteem, but also knowing that they might open other’s eyes to a new idea. Thank you for a great interview.
Blimey! Well said mate. Beautiful to read
@@paulhannan477Hello dear, thanks for your support and love for Nick cave, we appreciate you. My name is Suzi greenrich and I work with Nick cave, I happen to be his online manager. He asked me to get in touch with you. As he came across your profile in his notification box, he pick at random to know his fans and personally help out, he doesn't have the chance to chat with you directly that's why you will go through me to get to him. Hope that's clear It will be nice to hear back from you as you get the message so I trust you take this seriously.
Thanks for your time...
Just happened on this interview - deeply moving, meaningful, inspiring. As someone whose life has suffered massive grief and loss in the past 3 years especially, that bit about hopefulness at the end touched me in a profound way that I cannot quite articulate. Thank you.
This is so wonderful. I couldn't stop crying. Thank you Stephen Colbert for having Nick as a guest and asking great questions. Two gentlemen in our world bringing grace and compassion
I have this man's autograph on more than one album, and got them in person. He's super imposing in person, to say the very least. Massive respect.
He is actually Death visiting Earth for his science project on our silly, silly species.
🌄 GENIUS. 🌅
He probably detests people fawning for an autograph, ..
His words are worth more than a photograph
Ask for his tighty whities, then he'll smule
This is what an interview should be. It is now the standard by which all other interviews should be judged. It was in-depth, intelligent, emotionally honest, there was an actual exchange of views, they were unafraid to tackle the big topics head on. What a refreshing change from “Tell me about your new movie.”
Exactly
Irish chat shows are like this
Go and watch some old Dick Cavett interviews. He knocks it out the park with some of the greatest stars who ever lived. How? He just let's them talk.
Amazing. This is the pinnacle of what the trad talk show can be. Mesmerizing.
Well said
Sublime
I’m still shocked that I just saw Nick Cave on a late night TV show in America! And that the host knew who he was! And his young sons knew! What a gift. Made my morning bright. Grief was a physically dangerous journey for me a few years ago. Today, I am in joy. 🖤
Best songwriter/artist Australia has ever produced.
Kevin Bloody Wilson is unhappy about this comment 😅
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Please!!!
@@seanmac80 Yeah. And don't forget Chad Morgan.
@@seanmac80and or Rodney Rude.
no one and i mean NO ONE gives a show like Nick Cave. I saw him at a concert a few years ago and i barley knew any of his songs and I came out totally enchanted.
Last fall, I drove to Cleveland for 6 hours on a long lonely night to see him 'solo' in concert. Some years before I heard Nick with the Bad Seeds in Toronto. My "enchantment" began when I first saw them as part of Wim Wenders' 'Wings of Desire' in 1987.
He truly gives it his all, 100 per cent.
This is the most beautiful interview I've ever seen. I'm so glad there's more.
There isn't more. This is the whole interview. Stephen was talking to the TV audience.
The best interview Colbert has ever done. The magnificent humility of Nick Cave is shuddering. In awe.
This man is a WIld God - A genuine poet and musical genius. Have seen him perform many times and he never disappoints. . Love him ❤
I place him there along with Tom Waits
You are so lucky. I might one day.
@@bluemoon1033 I hope you can !
@@thomaswschaller thank you. ☺️
@@degaussingatmosphericcharg575 Only caught him live once, but it was in 1982 with The Birthday Party...🙀
King Nick. King Johnny.
No better place than the Late Show with the ever understanding and empathic Mr. Colbert to bring this unique Artist to the conscious of a wider audience.
Thank you for not cutting up that conversation. It was beautiful. Stephen Colbert's interviews about grief have been so powerful they may be his greatest legacy. Nick Cave was so clear and articulate - he gave us a gift. I am sure I will revisit this interview again.
his music has helped along catharsis for me many times - sacred indeed
My heart. Thank you for being on this planet, Nick. We're lucky to have you.
That was a masterclass. Nick is amazing.
My life partner died very unexpectedly in 2018. The circumstances were so difficult and unbelievable and his family in some ways seemed to blame me. I have been very alone in my grief. NIck Cave's Red Hand Files offered me a glimpse of what it means to actually be able to talk about a loss of that magnitude. Talking about it helps you understand it and like Nick says, prevent it from turning against you inside. The way he has recorded and offered his journey of loss and grief through his music, his films, the book, is like a caring hand to each of us who is seeking solace. As Nick talks about so beautifully, there is another view on the other side of the grief, but we cannot hurry it and it exists because the loss has refashioned us into a new way of being. NIck Cave has been an important part of my healing. I am forever grateful for his honest sharing.
Hello dear, thanks for your support and love for Nick cave, we appreciate you. My name is Suzi greenrich and I work with Nick cave, I happen to be his online manager. He asked me to get in touch with you. As he came across your profile in his notification box, he pick at random to know his fans and personally help out, he doesn't have the chance to chat with you directly that's why you will go through me to get to him. Hope that's clear It will be nice to hear back from you as you get the message so I trust you take this seriously.
Thanks for your time...
The Year Of Magical Thinking by Joan Gideon was also a source of strength for me.
It is beautiful to see how deeply moving this interview has been to so many folks navigating through their own feelings of loss. I read posts like yours @sallyduros, and I feel honored to feel deeply affected by them. Your loss is shared, even by those of us who have not crossed paths with you before.
@@EdTaboada Thank you, Ed. As NIck says, we all will have loss. I want folks to know that Nick Cave's going public with his struggles has brought solace to thousands over the last many years before Colbert, and before all the other publicity. When Nick Cave shared his truth through his natural channels, we responded. His appearance on Colbert is a co-creation of Nick Cave and his audience and people like you all moved to assist each other.
Played 'into my arms' at my daughters funeral, thank you nick x
So sorry for your loss. Take care of yourself. Sending you a hug full of love.
So sorry to hear that ❤
Oh, all the love in the world to you. I’m glad Nick’s music was there for you then and now.
Music is a healer 💔😢❤️
♥️
Nick's Red Hand Letters are so wonderful to read. He is such a compassionate person trying hard to understand our place in the world. I love his music but more, the man himself.
It was the interview I didn't know I needed
I also didn't expect to cry
What he read was absolutely sublime
I like your comment can we get to know each other more better
Thanks. We are here to help each other. Thank you to all who made this interview happen " Thank you to Stephen & Nick. Thank you to everyone who posted this. Sending Love, light, peace to everyone. Please know you are loved, we are all loved and loving .🇺🇸🦋🤍☮️💫
And sending love and light to you - if you need it. ✨
❤️❤️❤️
I am gobsmacked at the beauty, depth, understanding, and, yes, love in this conversation. I am deeply touched. Thank you Stephen and Nick.
This is one of the best interviews that late-night has produced, Nick and Steven both interacted amazingly. I really felt this one. Both Nick and Steve were so present, and it left me hanging on their every word.
Take note of how considered Nick's word choice is, how he allows pauses, and how Stephen gives him the space to say exactly what he needs to say. Beautiful interview.
As an Australian I've been following Nick Cave for years. He is such a deep thinker and it's expressed through his music. On grief, it's true, sometimes actions speak louder than words.
Also an Aussie, never got into his stuff.
Won’t say why, but I will now open my mind.
As an English man, it is hard to imagine an aussie thinking deeply.
@@user-qk2rt1cn2s: well, now you have clear evidence.
It’s hard to imagine the English as being capable of objective thinking, right?
@ottomellar6774 Dude. The English have given more to the world than probably any other people in history, with many of the greatest minds. Plus, we are your mother. Anyway, I'm only bantering with you. You got touchy very quickly so I won't even bring up the scandalous ball tampering. My God. I watched 9/11 live and I thought it was the worst thing I'd ever see. Little did I know. Little did I know. Watching your boys cry did make up for it a big though. You Aussies, aye. With your big red heads.
@@user-qk2rt1cn2s are you taking the piss?
It's so inspiring to see Cave, a self-proclaimed introvert, speak so eloquently on topics such as grief and hope. Much love to Mr. Cave, his family, and his team
He was nervous but was courageous enough to power through it and I'm so glad he did because it was beautiful and just another reason among reasons I adore Stephen Colbert
Absolutely beautiful interview, one of Colbert’s best. Both these men are living treasure to this world.
Nick Cave is another one who never ages. He always has been and always will be approximately 63.
Thank you so much gentlemen. That was one of the most beautiful and substantive conversations I've ever had the honor of witnessing.
Grief is a big emotion and requires we give it enough space and respect. What a beautiful conversation; thank you.
One of Australia's national treasures.
The humanity in this interview is heartfelt and uplifting. Thank you Nick and Stephen for the connection between all of us.
Nick's soul is so deep. I love him so much.
What a beautiful, deep and thoughtful man. So much recognition and truth in what he says.
What a beautiful man. While many friends have been his fans since the 80s, I’ve more recently come to see that Nick Cave’s work is less about commanding dark forces and more about vanquishing them. I’ve been stuck in a fallow life, but hearing that hope is adversarial touched me deeply. I have desperately needed to hear that hope is the solvent that can extract my life from this tar baby of ennui. Thank you for bringing this conversation to your viewers and reminding me to seek out the Red Hand Files for more of Nick’s wisdom. Blessings.
Well, you certainly can write. ‘Tar baby of ennui’, that’s brilliant. Could be the title of a book.
Stephen is such a great interviewer! Managed the silence, kept quiet and attentive. Amazing! Nick is a generous soul and his words so profound. Thank you both.
Him and Mark lanegan doing the weeping song live one of the greatest things I've ever heard
same, can never forget that show R.I.P. to the Night Porter
I would have loved to have experienced that.
Holy shit.
Mark ❤
Thank you for putting that on my radar
this man is one of our greatest living songwriters and a deeply insightful thinker
I have seen him live more than any other musician… he has been a tremendous inspiration. He has evolved and transformed as I have as I have changed and aged. It is so rare to have such a treasure grow with you.
I played Into My Arms at my brother in law’s Memorial Service. He was an avowed atheist and it was the most beautiful tribute to his family I could find. Thank you for speaking to so many families and people in grief.
Thank you Late Show & CBS for sharing this moment with this man with the World.
This man lives just down the road from me, and while I have listened to his music my whole life, I never appreciated him as much as I did after this interview with you Stephen. I don't know you, but I've watched every episode of TV you've ever done, and you're a better interviewer the older you get. Exceptional.
I like how Nick assents that he's a fan of Leonard Cohen and allows Colbert to quote Cohen's Suzanne and even exclaims "Beautifully put!"-without any mention that not only does Nick Cave know the man and the song well, but he also performed and recorded a live version of the song that is one of the best versions of the song. Check it out on TH-cam.
that's good to know. I also really loved the way Colbert relayed the part of the song that really touched him :)
My husband died suddenly when our kids were tiny, and even though it was the worst period of my life so far, I also felt cocooned in love. I relate to what Nick is saying--I've known people who seem to feel that it's a betrayal of their loved one to find happiness again. I'm not great at this, but I'm trying to let grief be one of the many currents in this ocean of existence and to let it intermingle with joy and pleasure in a way that makes me more appreciative. Bitterness can bring out the sweet. It's a process.
Nick was interviewed on our national broadcasting TV station very recently (Just aired on Monday night) and he spoke very openly about his past, growing up as an iconic Australian musician and he and his wife's grief for the separate losses of their two near adult sons. Something that Mr Colbert can deeply identify with.
I'm 65 and an Australian touring musician with my own children and grandchildren who has watched Nicks musical transformation over many decades from 'The Boys next Door', 'The Birthday Party' (regarded as a very 'dangerous' band) to 'Nick Cave and the Bad Seeds' and more. Every incarnation is of great worth and needs to be looked at.
Mr Colbert's personable manner in this interview was superb and genuine. Thank you.
Never heard of Nick Cave before and only tuned in for the Johnny Cash reference, but what a revelation! Wonderful interview.
He's been around since the early 80s, but has been pretty 'underground' or 'alternative' the whole time. His baritone voice and verbose lyrical styling is not typically considered to be particularly commercial, but then pop music is pretty lightweight. He's also written movie scripts, btw.
Glad you have joined our travels with Nick. Welcome ❤
Enjoy the deep dive to come! Also if you dig Nick Cave, check out the work of the late Rowland S Howard. He was in the Boys Next Door/The Birthday Party with Nick Cave before moving onto his own projects.
Red right hand is used in heaps of movies, at the least.youve likely heard it somewhere.
While I love Johnny Cash, the truth is, Nick Cave is just another level of a musician. And if you like Cash, then Cave will just blow your mind. Just another level. One of the great great great songwriters of all time. 4 decades of amazing albuns, one after another.
This was magnificent. What a blessing to have spent most of my life reveling in his work and works. Thank you Nick, and thank *you* Stephen for taking the time for such a powerful interview.
Wow. Colbert's empathy is on display, and it is so very, very "beyond" what one sees from others, these days.
Powerful, substantive interview, Thank you!
This is by far the deepest and most meaningful conversation I’ve ever heard in a talk show. Props to Stephen for actually listening and giving us this gift.
My 1st time I saw Nick Cave & the bad seeds live I was 14 yrs old & had already been a fan. Still am & more so impressed with listening to he’s journey through he’s music, poetry & voice. Thanks for showing Nick tonight with he’s uplifting voice through he’s pain & response to grief. Im Australian but follow American politics & culture because it matters lol… but it seems to me the hope & joy & abundance of goodness in our world is growing & let us hope America chooses hope, joy, love over hate & evil finding a hold on the world 🌎 thank you again for bringing the joy 🫶🏼
Nick describing the subtle, important, touching interaction with the nice gal at the restaurant where he lives after his son died got me in the feels. Touching his hand like that to non-verbally let Nick know she's sorry for his loss made tears come from my eyes at 5:30am in Sonoran desert makes sense a musician would find comfort that way they perform to create a similar experience well done on this interview Mr Colbert 🥲🌵
Nick cave is one of the greatest philosophers and humans of our time. Thank you for your compassion and sharing your thoughts with us Nick.
This is a Dick Cavett level of conversation. And I enjoyed the Leonard Cohen reference.
Yeah, that lyric was pretty tasty AND relevant
@@solitaryman777 Nick is very familiar with that song:
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yes- that is exactly what I was thinking. I watch Dick Cavett interviews on TH-cam and wonder where those conversations are happening today.
The first song on the first album he recorded after The Birthday Party is a cover of 'Avalanche"- no coincidence.
Nick, you are such a great story teller. Thanks.
That letter is extraordinary. I grew up in a household entirely devoid of hope. I've only started to experience it in the last couple of years and it feels like a stranger every time it passes through. I think I've found it easier to push it away because it felt indefensible and naive. This is such a different perspective and I want to hold on to it.
Hope is one of the keys to happiness.
Stephen, Nick... This. Fucking. Interview. ABSOLUTELY devastating and redemptive. Thank you both so deeply.
This is the best conversation Stephen Colbert has ever had.
I've only had the opportunity to see Nick perform once, but at that show he called the audience to the stage and he walked into the seats and sang to us there. He truly turned the tables on our experience. Again, in this interview he shared a perspective unique and inspiring. Thank you Nick.
A late night show has never brought me to the point of tears before. I’m not surprised that it was Colbert interviewing Cave that finally did it, but I’m so appreciative that Colbert has created the type of space where this type of conversation is possible. ❤
Red Hand Files is astounding. It's the way I came upon Nick and he touches my heart every time.
A masterclass in conversation. Thank you, to both of you for your contributions to the cultural fabric that holds us all together.
If you have ever lost a loved one, then you know exactly how it feels. And if you have not, then you cannot possibly imagine it.
What a special interview. Thank you Steven for the respect and space you held for Nick. One of the best I have seen 🫶🏽
One grateful Aussie really enjoyed this. Thank you Gentlemen.
The BEST concert by far that I have ever experienced was Nick Cave in 2018. Transcendent is the perfect description.