According to Carly Simon, it also included her not being able to put up with his drug use. It is hard to blame him, as everyone in the Taylor family had addiction problems. His father was a graduate of Harvard Medical School and was the dean of the medical school in Chapel Hill, N.C. He was a functional alcoholic and that is what took his life. Every one of his siblings had mental, emotional and substance problems. Whether it was Kate or Livingston, talent was seen throughout the family, as was addiction. The marriage between Taylor and Simon (daughter of publishing magnate Simon and Schuster) lasted ten years. Taylor's second marriage also lasted ten years. I adored Carly Simon and although James Taylor taught me how to finger pick on the guitar, I always resented how he treated Carly Simon, who--in my mind--was simply perfect.
I'm not sure why you say, "it also included her not being able to put up with his drug use." At 4:28, he's quoted as saying that his heroin use was the main factor that drove a wedge between them. How is what you said here an "also"?
For us it was like The Beatles or Simon and Garfunkel breaking up. James said in another video that he was too young for such a serious relationship. I think he feels like she loved him so much but he failed her. James just couldn’t be the man Carly needed. Carly says that she needed love from him beyond what he could give her. Carly had many struggles when she was younger and wanted James to fill gaps in herself. Carly also had to consider their children and how James addiction would affect them. His families tragic repeated habits of substance abuse. The nature and nurture of the dangers of they might face using substances to solve problems. I believe James had many reasons to quit and his children were one of them. Shame and the need for balance may be why he still distances himself from her. Her love may be all too consuming and James needs room to be. They both seem to care and respect each other and I am okay with that.🙏💕
She knowingly married a heroin addict. An addict can't have a ''normal'' relationship with anyone. Because they have no peace in their own life. He has nothing to feel shame about. He was in a bad place and she thought she could fix it and only he could do that. And eventually he did. He distances himself from her because she's still in love with him and can't relate to him in a healthy way. He has been very open and honest about it over the years. And now, it's ancient history.
Like nicks and buckingham. That sadness that unforgotten love. But unlike stevie and Lindsey they didn't need to go out on stage 40 years after the breakup and sing those songs about that undying love and pain because of success. Carly and James escaped that pressure. Fleetwood mac never did.😢
I was fortunate enough to see James Taylor and Carol King in Chapel Hill NC in the '70's. It's really hard to pick a favorite of James Taylor's songs for me.
He's been divorced a few times. He has said for years that he was not a good husband to Carly and that he was on drugs and that he wish he had behaved better.
This story still doesn't explain why JT never had any contact whatsoever with Carly after the divorce. What was that about? She was the mother of his first two kids - complete alienation makes me suspect he holds a deep contempt for her somehow
Many people end contact with former spouses for many valid reasons. What's more important is if there was a relationship between Taylor and his children with CS. I believe that there has been as he has performed with both Sarah and Ben over the years. Beyond that it is really no one else's business.
@@trudigoodman4825I’ve always thought he couldn’t talk to Carly or mention her name because he despised her, which has always saddened me to think of that being his reason. I guess it’s better that it’s just too painful for him.
@@damamae950 I’ve wondered that too. Seemed like he never wanted to have anything to do with her. However, seems like Carly was terribly hurt by the divorce according to what she said at the time. I think he had stopped all communication with her. Despite the fact that they had two children together.
“You’re a legend in your own time. A hero in the footlights. Playing tunes to fit your rhyme, yah a legend’s only a lonely boy, when he goes home alone”… C. Simon
Love James Taylor very talented singer👍🏻talented song writer👍🏻never knew he was a drug addict. A shame from his divorce to Carly. They were such a great couple.
Pretty even essay - best I have seen for anyone that was not sensationalized - which is the most common failure of most every Bio I have watched, or listened to. Let this be the touchstone of everything else you follow up with...
my fave is you've got a friend, all of our friends had a "corner" where we all hung out, well one of these friends, an awesome guy came up to me and said " just call out my name and i'll be there' that meant the world to a 15 yr old , those friends way back when were always there best memories of my years
Yes they do. But for many of us teens in the 70s addiction became a problem. I’m happily remarried now, but we both have been clean and sober for 30 years. Im actually remarried to a friend that I wouldn’t marry in the 80s bc he was a bad drunk and drug addict. I quit partying once I got pregnant with my first, but my kids dad was a drug addict and drunk. Many of us became unintentionally addicted and ruined a lot…relationships and also our kids. I wish the genz generation would learn from us…but I don’t see it unfortunately.
I love James and Carly. Carly was so prolific though. Recently, I thought that he may have been intimidated by that. No reason to be, but a possibility nonetheless.
I fell in love with the artistry of both during the 70's. As far as favorites go? It's much to difficult to choose. I believe that their music serves multiple purposes for me; dependent on how I'm feeling. They both provide something for every one of my many moods.
James Taylor seems to be a person who expects everyone else to pick up his baggage. And to take the responsibility, he should. And if they don't, they are the enemy. Somehow, that excludes him from fault.
James Taylor I'm sorry owes Carley and there children a major apology she was good enough to marry and have kids with to not talk to her in yrs is ridiculous she deserves better from him I don't care if he remarried or not. neither of them will be around forever he needs to make it right
She also remarried twice. They've been divorced for 4 decades. He has toured with both of his older children as they are both musicians and have been a big part of his life as adults.
Before Carly Simon, Taylor was involved with Joni Mitchell. That relationship inspired Mitchell’s best known work. She lived his worst and moved on. So much of what Mitchell did after Blue was brilliant. James Taylor was an abbreviation in some people’s lives.
Joni Mitchell left James Taylor at the airport when they were on the way to meet his parents to tell them they were going to get married. Most of the album Blue is about him. A 50 year ''abbreviation''? LOL
Balding men never have that " cor blimey he's hot" look about them. Do you think that's why Taylor opted for the flat cap look he adopted in his later hair loss days...
Oh please, he was a Cad and a Junkie, at the same time. Great voice, etc, but a CAd and Junkie. So sad, so many wanted it to work, but James just cant do it.
She wasn't such a perfect wife either....Her affair with a charter fisherman from Martha's Vinyard was obviously silent....I Know this 100&....Because she was in my family circle through That Charter fisherman.....Even though Taylor had problems si did she.....I met her through a fishing day off of Martha's Vinyard, when she was connected 2 Barry💥
I just remember those horrible duet songs they did during the 80s--(Mocking Bird was only one of them) He must have been smacked out when he allowed her to talk him into that..What a man won't do for a hot piece of ass!
A magazine about 10 years ago, Taylor was rated the #1 "Wuss Rocker" of all time. How true. That entire Laurel Canyon crowd was VASTLY overrated, especially Joni Mitchell.
Do you know the real story behind James Taylor's hitt song? Find out here: ua-cam.com/video/w_dTjCMCy5o/v-deo.html
According to Carly Simon, it also included her not being able to put up with his drug use. It is hard to blame him, as everyone in the Taylor family had addiction problems. His father was a graduate of Harvard Medical School and was the dean of the medical school in Chapel Hill, N.C. He was a functional alcoholic and that is what took his life. Every one of his siblings had mental, emotional and substance problems. Whether it was Kate or Livingston, talent was seen throughout the family, as was addiction. The marriage between Taylor and Simon (daughter of publishing magnate Simon and Schuster) lasted ten years. Taylor's second marriage also lasted ten years. I adored Carly Simon and although James Taylor taught me how to finger pick on the guitar, I always resented how he treated Carly Simon, who--in my mind--was simply perfect.
I'm not sure why you say, "it also included her not being able to put up with his drug use." At 4:28, he's quoted as saying that his heroin use was the main factor that drove a wedge between them. How is what you said here an "also"?
For us it was like The Beatles or Simon and Garfunkel breaking up. James said in another video that he was too young for such a serious relationship. I think he feels like she loved him so much but he failed her. James just couldn’t be the man Carly needed. Carly says that she needed love from him beyond what he could give her. Carly had many struggles when she was younger and wanted James to fill gaps in herself. Carly also had to consider their children and how James addiction would affect them. His families tragic repeated habits of substance abuse. The nature and nurture of the dangers of they might face using substances to solve problems. I believe James had many reasons to quit and his children were one of them. Shame and the need for balance may be why he still distances himself from her. Her love may be all too consuming and James needs room to be. They both seem to care and respect each other and I am okay with that.🙏💕
She knowingly married a heroin addict. An addict can't have a ''normal'' relationship with anyone. Because they have no peace in their own life. He has nothing to feel shame about. He was in a bad place and she thought she could fix it and only he could do that. And eventually he did. He distances himself from her because she's still in love with him and can't relate to him in a healthy way. He has been very open and honest about it over the years. And now, it's ancient history.
Maybe he needs to keep the boundary there to stay clean? Who knows. None of us, that's 4 sure.
It’s hard to offer yourself in marriage when you haven’t even won the war within yourself with inner turmoil.
My favorite James Taylor song: “Carolina In My Mind.” Favorite Carly Simon song: “I Haven’t Got Time for the Pain.”
One of our favorites too, you've got fine taste! What other types of video would you like to see?
I have heard her say Haven't Got Time for the Pain is about her relationship with God.
Embrace me you child.
About grieving her father
James and Carly were such an iconic duo, and learning about the emotional battles they faced makes their story even more poignant.
Like nicks and buckingham.
That sadness that unforgotten love.
But unlike stevie and Lindsey they didn't need to go out on stage 40 years after the breakup and sing those songs about that undying love and pain because of success.
Carly and James escaped that pressure.
Fleetwood mac never did.😢
I was fortunate enough to see James Taylor and Carol King in Chapel Hill NC in the '70's. It's really hard to pick a favorite of James Taylor's songs for me.
I saw their Troubador Reunion tour. So fantastic. I've seen JT many times but had never seen Carole King before. I was on cloud 9 for weeks.
He's been divorced a few times. He has said for years that he was not a good husband to Carly and that he was on drugs and that he wish he had behaved better.
Thanks for sharing your thoughts. What other types of video would you like to see?
He’s been divorced twice. He and his third wife have been married 23 years and counting.
This story still doesn't explain why JT never had any contact whatsoever with Carly after the divorce. What was that about? She was the mother of his first two kids - complete alienation makes me suspect he holds a deep contempt for her somehow
Thanks for watching! We're glad to know that you love our video. What other types of video would you like to see on Facts Verse?
Many people end contact with former spouses for many valid reasons. What's more important is if there was a relationship between Taylor and his children with CS. I believe that there has been as he has performed with both Sarah and Ben over the years. Beyond that it is really no one else's business.
He once said in an interview that he couldn't talk to her without crying. I think that may cover the issue.
@@trudigoodman4825I’ve always thought he couldn’t talk to Carly or mention her name because he despised her, which has always saddened me to think of that being his reason. I guess it’s better that it’s just too painful for him.
@@damamae950 I’ve wondered that too. Seemed like he never wanted to have anything to do with her. However, seems like Carly was terribly hurt by the divorce according to what she said at the time. I think he had stopped all communication with her. Despite the fact that they had two children together.
Yes, it was all about him again and again and again.
Thanks for sharing your thoughts! What other types of video would you like to see?
That's the nature of addiction. It's horrible and impossible to live with.
@@harpgal9950 A lot of people don't understand that.
Well he suffered greatly, we are all on own journey & doing the best we can, no reason to blame.
“You’re a legend in your own time. A hero in the footlights. Playing tunes to fit your rhyme, yah a legend’s only a lonely boy, when he goes home alone”… C. Simon
Thanks for watching! We're glad to know that you love our video. What other types of video would you like to see on Facts Verse?
Love James Taylor very talented singer👍🏻talented song writer👍🏻never knew he was a drug addict. A shame from his divorce to Carly. They were such a great couple.
We're also a fan of James Taylor. In your opinion, what is his finest song?
“Never knew he was a drug addict?” You don’t know very much about James Taylor to “love him.” 🙄
Pretty even essay - best I have seen for anyone that was not sensationalized - which is the most common failure of most every Bio I have watched, or listened to. Let this be the touchstone of everything else you follow up with...
This is what happens when people enter into relationships believing that they can change the other person..
My favorite James Taylor is: Sweet Baby James. ❤❤❤ My favorite Carley Simon is: I’ll Bet You Think This Song is About You.
One of our favorites too, you've got fine taste! What other types of video would you like to see?
Glad we got that cleared up and on the record.
The title is You’re So Vain.
Impossible to pick my favorite JT song - there are too many.
my fave is you've got a friend, all of our friends had a "corner" where we all hung out, well one of these friends, an awesome guy came up to me and said " just call out my name and i'll be there' that meant the world to a 15 yr old , those friends way back when were always there best memories of my years
@@alwayssme It's good to have memories like that, isn't it?
@@dottiebaker6623 the best, so glad that i am still able to remember! have a great holiday season
@@alwayssme You, too!
James was a heroine addict during his marriage to Carly.
Doesn't anybody ever stay together anymore?
No.
Yes they do. But for many of us teens in the 70s addiction became a problem. I’m happily remarried now, but we both have been clean and sober for 30 years. Im actually remarried to a friend that I wouldn’t marry in the 80s bc he was a bad drunk and drug addict. I quit partying once I got pregnant with my first, but my kids dad was a drug addict and drunk. Many of us became unintentionally addicted and ruined a lot…relationships and also our kids. I wish the genz generation would learn from us…but I don’t see it unfortunately.
I can't think of a worse crime. God forgives 🙏
Her Town Too with JD Souther
She gets the house and the garden, he gets the boys in the band...
I love James and Carly. Carly was so prolific though. Recently, I thought that he may have been intimidated by that. No reason to be, but a possibility nonetheless.
I was named after Carly Simon :) Megan is my middle name
I fell in love with the artistry of both during the 70's.
As far as favorites go?
It's much to difficult to choose. I believe that their music serves multiple purposes for me; dependent on how I'm feeling.
They both provide something for every one of my many moods.
He is the reason I play and teach guitar
James Taylor seems to be a person who expects everyone else to pick up his baggage. And to take the responsibility, he should. And if they don't, they are the enemy. Somehow, that excludes him from fault.
Thanks for watching! We're glad to know that you love our video. What other types of video would you like to see on Facts Verse?
He is a talented man
Well said, we strongly concur! Thank you for watching our content and for sharing your thoughts. What other types of video would you like to see?
James Taylor I'm sorry owes Carley and there children a major apology she was good enough to marry and have kids with to not talk to her in yrs is ridiculous she deserves better from him I don't care if he remarried or not.
neither of them will be around forever he needs to make it right
She also remarried twice. They've been divorced for 4 decades. He has toured with both of his older children as they are both musicians and have been a big part of his life as adults.
How do you know that he hasn’t apologized and also made it right with his kids? They sing with him…
Before Carly Simon, Taylor was involved with Joni Mitchell. That relationship inspired Mitchell’s best known work. She lived his worst and moved on. So much of what Mitchell did after Blue was brilliant. James Taylor was an abbreviation in some people’s lives.
Thanks for watching! We're glad to know that you love our video. What other types of video would you like to see on Facts Verse?
Joni Mitchell left James Taylor at the airport when they were on the way to meet his parents to tell them they were going to get married. Most of the album Blue is about him. A 50 year ''abbreviation''? LOL
Heroine and other women tend to detract from being a good spouse
Well I'm a steamroller garenteed to blow your mind....😊
Sweet Baby James.
Thanks for watching! We're glad to know that you love our video. What other types of video would you like to see on Facts Verse?
She may well have cheated on him but who could blame her with his off the wall drug problems
We absolutely agree! Thank you so much for sharing your thoughts. Be safe and have a great week!☺
If you can’t make peace with the people around you, don’t expect peace on earth.
Do all these people cheat?
Yep
Balding men never have that " cor blimey he's hot" look about them. Do you think that's why Taylor opted for the flat cap look he adopted in his later hair loss days...
Who cares. Ancient history.
Oh BS. He used to hit her. That’s why they broke up.
Thanks for watching! We're glad to know that you love our video. What other types of video would you like to see on Facts Verse?
Why doesn't he have a relationship with his son?
I think he cheated first.
Wow, a rock star cheated on his rock star wife. Things went badly. In other news, water is wet.
Nothing new here.
ADORE CARLY……but she needs to move on.
It was about the drugs. Period.
Thanks for watching! We're glad to know that you love our video. What other types of video would you like to see on Facts Verse?
Oh please, he was a Cad and a Junkie, at the same time. Great voice, etc, but a CAd and Junkie. So sad, so many wanted it to work, but James just cant do it.
She wasn't such a perfect wife either....Her affair with a charter fisherman from Martha's Vinyard was obviously silent....I Know this 100&....Because she was in my family circle through That Charter fisherman.....Even though Taylor had problems si did she.....I met her through a fishing day off of Martha's Vinyard, when she was connected 2 Barry💥
Amazing how far you can go with so little actual talent.
🤣🤣🤣
I just remember those horrible duet songs they did during the 80s--(Mocking Bird was only one of them) He must have been smacked out when he allowed her to talk him into that..What a man won't do for a hot piece of ass!
A magazine about 10 years ago, Taylor was rated the #1 "Wuss Rocker" of all time. How true. That entire Laurel Canyon crowd was VASTLY overrated, especially Joni Mitchell.
Well I don’t think many, if any, of the laurel canyon crowd would really be considered rockers. Soft rock primarily. Lots of talented people though.
He has a gorgeous voice.
🤣🤣🤣🤣