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The Last BeeGee: Barry Gibb’s Emotional First Interview Following Robin’s Death
When the world lost Robin Gibb in May 2012 after his long battle with cancer, it marked the end of an era for one of the most iconic groups in music history — the Bee Gees. For Barry Gibb, the eldest of the Gibb brothers and the only surviving member of the trio, the grief was immeasurable. Now, in his first emotional interview following Robin’s passing, Barry has opened up about the pain of losing his brother, the legacy they built together, and the loneliness of being “the last BeeGee.”
A Brotherhood Forged in Music
The Bee Gees — Barry, Robin, and Maurice — were more than just a band. They were brothers bound by blood, harmony, and an unshakable passion for music. Rising to fame in the 1960s, they went on to dominate the charts through the disco era of the 1970s with timeless hits such as Stayin’ Alive, How Deep Is Your Love, and Night Fever. Their unique sound, built around soaring falsettos and intricate harmonies, defined an entire generation.
For Barry, however, the music was always second to the bond he shared with his brothers. “We were three souls with one voice,” he said during the interview. “Losing Maurice in 2003 was unbearable, but when Robin died, a part of me went with him too. It feels like I’ve lost my other half.”
The Loneliness of Survival
Barry admitted that stepping into the role of the last surviving BeeGee has been a heavy burden. “People celebrate me as a legend, but what they don’t see is the emptiness I carry,” he confessed. “When I walk on stage, I can still hear their voices. I look to my side, and they’re not there. That’s the hardest part.”
He spoke candidly about the guilt he sometimes feels for being the one left behind, describing nights when he sits alone with a guitar, replaying old memories in his mind. “I often ask myself why I’m still here when they’re gone. The silence is deafening.”
Honoring Robin’s Legacy
Despite the grief, Barry has made it his mission to keep Robin’s memory alive. In the interview, he revealed that he still listens to Robin’s solo work and often revisits Bee Gees recordings as a way of staying close to him. “Robin had a gift,” Barry said softly. “His voice could break your heart and heal it at the same time. The world will never hear another like it.”
Barry has also spoken of his pride in how the Bee Gees’ music continues to inspire new generations. “Young artists cover our songs, and I know Robin would have loved that. It’s proof that what we created together will live forever.”
A Brother’s Final Words
In closing, Barry’s words were filled with both sorrow and gratitude. “I’ve lost my brothers, but I was blessed to have shared my life with them. Every song we sang was a piece of our soul. And as long as people keep listening, then Maurice and Robin are still alive with me.”
It was an emotional reminder that while the Bee Gees may never sing together again, their harmony will echo through time — and Barry, as the last BeeGee, carries that legacy with courage, love, and profound sadness.
