Art Garfunkel Jr., the son of legendary folk music icon Art Garfunkel, has always known that his father was unique. Even at a young age, Art Jr. found himself on stage singing alongside his father in Japan. As a six-year-old, Art Jr. asked his father if the whole world knew him, and his father responded by saying that about half the world knew him. This conversation has always stuck with Art Jr. and has shaped his understanding of his father’s fame.
Following in his father’s footsteps, Art Jr. is now a singer-songwriter. Recently, he performed a show at New York City’s City Winery called “Songs of My Father,” where he sang many of his father’s hits. He has also recorded an album where he interpreted his father’s music in German. Music has always played a pivotal role in Art Jr.’s life, as he was raised on stage and singing. He has always enjoyed singing and listened to his father’s favorite tunes as a teenager, which has only deepened his love for music.
Art Jr., whose birth name is James Arthur Garfunkel, had a normal childhood growing up on Manhattan’s Upper East Side, near Central Park. He attended a great school, received emotional support from his parents, and had a strong connection to his neighborhood. His father instilled confidence in him, and Art Jr. had the privilege of traveling around the world with his dad, experiencing different cultures and positive upbringing. Despite growing up with a famous father, Art Jr. feels grateful that he did not experience the negative aspects of fame.
At the age of 16, Art Jr. made the decision to move to Berlin, Germany. His father had always been popular in Germany, so they often traveled there for concert tours. Art Jr. was fascinated by the country and had family there, which made his decision to move there easier. He was able to visit his parents in New York every four to six weeks, so he never stayed away for too long.
Art Jr. acknowledges that his parents gave him a unique blessing by allowing him to move to Berlin at a young age. He was a well-behaved kid with a good head on his shoulders, and he had family in Europe who looked after him. While some parents might not have made the same decision, Art Jr. believes that his parents do not regret it.
His father, Art Garfunkel, initially planned to become a math teacher but found fame as part of the folk-rock duo Simon & Garfunkel, along with Paul Simon. Together, they won seven Grammys, were nominated for 11, and were inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame. After their breakup in 1970, Garfunkel had a successful solo career as a singer and actor. Despite temporary vocal cord paralysis in 2010, Garfunkel regained his ability to sing and continue touring in 2014.
Art Jr. insists that he has never felt overshadowed by his father’s fame as an artist. He is proud of the legacy his father has created and wants to carry it with pride. Singing his father’s songs has always united them, and they have shared many close moments on stage together. While Art Jr. has his own style and identity as a singer, he appreciates the opportunity to perform his father’s songs and hopes to continue the legacy.
Currently working on his second album, Art Jr. has received support from his father, who actively participates in his music career. Art Jr.’s father still has a beautiful voice and continues to work on recording projects with him. Art Jr. wouldn’t be surprised if they collaborate on exciting projects in the future.
Looking ahead, Art Jr. is excited to further pursue his love of music and introduce a new generation of listeners to his father’s timeless classics. He believes that his father’s music brings peace during difficult times and has had a profound impact on people’s lives. He considers it his responsibility to keep the legacy going with his heartfelt performances and passion for music.
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