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Barry Gibb Reflects on His Legendary Career and Embracing Country Music in Candid Interview
In a rare and heartfelt extended interview with TODAY All Day, music icon Barry Gibb opened up about his remarkable journey in the music industry and his unexpected but deeply fulfilling dive into the world of country music. As the last surviving member of the Bee Gees, Gibb carries the legacy of one of the most influential pop groups of all time—yet, even after decades of success, he continues to evolve as an artist.
Speaking with warmth and reflection, Gibb discussed how his career has been shaped not only by his musical talent, but by family, loss, and resilience. He recalled the early days of the Bee Gees with his brothers Maurice and Robin, describing their bond as “unbreakable” and their music as a shared heartbeat. “We didn’t always agree,” he admitted with a smile, “but the magic was in our harmony—musically and emotionally.”
The conversation soon shifted to Gibb’s latest creative endeavor: a country album titled Greenfields: The Gibb Brothers’ Songbook, Vol. 1. For many fans, it may seem surprising to see Barry Gibb—long associated with disco and pop—venturing into country territory. But as Gibb explained, the transition felt natural. “Country music has always been a part of who I am,” he said. “Growing up, we listened to all kinds of music—country, rock, soul. It’s not a departure; it’s a homecoming.”
The album features reinterpretations of classic Bee Gees songs performed as duets with some of country music’s biggest stars, including Dolly Parton, Keith Urban, and Alison Krauss. Gibb expressed deep gratitude for the experience, calling it a “dream come true” to work with artists he has admired for years. “They brought new life to these songs,” he shared. “Hearing them in a different style made me feel like I was hearing them for the first time.”
Throughout the interview, Gibb was candid about the emotional weight he carries as the last Gibb brother. “It’s lonely,” he confessed. “I miss them every day. But I feel their presence in the music. I sing with them in spirit.” He acknowledged that continuing to make music is a way to honor their memory and keep their legacy alive.
Despite the losses and the changing landscape of the music industry, Barry Gibb remains deeply passionate about songwriting and storytelling. “Music is my refuge, my therapy, my gift,” he said. And even at this stage in his life and career, he shows no signs of stopping. “As long as I can sing, I’ll keep going.”
This extended interview offered fans not just a look into Barry Gibb’s past, but a glimpse into his heart. Through it all, his love for music—and for his brothers—shines as brightly as ever.