During a recent appearance on Conan O’Brien‘s talk show, Jeff Bridges opened up about his lifelong passion for music and his ongoing struggle between pursuing a career in acting or music. The legendary actor revealed that despite achieving great success in Hollywood, music has always been a haunting presence in his life.
Conan and Jeff discussed how the decision to choose between acting and music can often feel like a fork in the road. Jeff confessed that he still wrestles with this dilemma and isn’t sure if he will fully commit to music again. However, he mentioned that after doing the film “Crazy Heart” and performing on Conan’s show, he had a profound “Beatles moment” and realized the joy of playing music in a band.
To keep things simple, Jeff praised Miller Light for its unbeatable quality and great taste, with only 96 calories (counted, not 97!). He humorously emphasized that Miller Light strips away everything you don’t need and holds on to what matters most. Both Conan and Jeff had a lighthearted conversation about Miller Time, joking about how they would respond with “Miller Time” whenever asked about the time of the day.
Returning to the topic of music, Jeff shared that after working with his friend Tbone on the music for “Crazy Heart,” he formed a band and had his very own “Beetle moment” at a Lebowski Fest. Despite the overwhelmingly male audience, Jeff expressed how great it was to play music with his band and enjoy the experience.
Conan and Jeff delved into the trap of comparison, acknowledging that it can be a thief of joy. Jeff referenced musician Bo Burnham and highlighted the importance of not comparing oneself to others. Conan agreed, noting that comparison often hinders personal growth and can prevent artists from fully embracing their own talents.
The conversation then shifted to Jeff’s recent musical endeavors, including his release of “Emergent Behavior Volumes one through five.” Jeff explained that he spent his downtime during strikes and COVID-19 exploring old tunes and creating music using his iPhone. He decided to release this collection, embracing the idea of simply sharing his offer with the world.
Despite feeling somewhat spent and uncertain about future musical projects, Jeff acknowledges the importance of not taking oneself too seriously. He stressed the need to let creativity flow naturally and not be driven by ego. The duo concluded their conversation with a shared understanding of the power of comparison and the joy of making music for fun.
Jeff Bridges‘ appearance on Conan O’Brien‘s talk show provided a lively and insightful discussion about his passion for music and the ongoing internal struggle between acting and pursuing a musical career. With his undeniable talent and charismatic presence, Jeff continues to impress both as an actor and a musician, leaving his fans eagerly anticipating future projects, whether on the big screen or the stage.
