I love how both Eddie and LL defended Michael Jackson. Both legends in their own way!!! RIP MJ & EVH !

I love how he always smiles

Eddie still had so much music to give the world. RIP

Eddie Van Halen's guitar solo on Beat It is amazing.

"I rearranged the song and made the solo, took me 20 minutes" ... Pure Genius

I think one reason that Eddie has survived all these years in the music biz is because of the strong relationship he has with his brother and drummer Alex.

People don't talk about how funny Edward really was!

I'm still not over the sting of his absence. It's still hard to believe that Van Halen is no longer around. It sucks so bad. RIP King Edward.

I always like Eddie in interviews. He seems real.

Eddie, that smile...no one can take that from you. It was real, always will be!

Eddie still seems pretty down to earth considering the life he's led, the experiences he's had, the money he's made, and the praise that's been lavished upon him. I'm a guitarist who's been playing for almost 40 years, and I've obviously never hit the big time. It's probably a good thing, because if I had, I'd probably be dead by now. I dearly love my wife of over 30 years, and if I had been a rock star, I'd probably be divorced by now. Fame really takes a toll on you, not that I know from experience. Anyone who's been in the limelight for as long as Eddie has, and survived, and cleaned up their life, deserves major kudos. He even had the class to attend former wife Valerie Bertinelli's wedding to someone else. Anyone who does that can't be all bad, even though he's obviously made many mistakes along the way. Eddie, keep fighting the good fight, bro.

Eddie was such a guitar genius. He was doing things that other musicians weren't doing and didn't know how to do. He was so talented and amazing. He passed away too soon.

The guy said the greatest player in the world is a title and an opinion, he just does his thing. Mad respect. So humble.

That guitar solo on "Beat it" was so iconic & Eddie did it for free. #RIP EVH

LL Cool J seems like a pretty humble and nice fella.

It's really amazing how much better Eddie looks now.

Sobriety and clean living has re-lit the gleam in Eddie's eyes. It's nothing short of a miracle.He has that youthful energy again and seems genuinely happy.

During this interview, I gained so much respect for LL Cool J. I think eloquence, articulation and profundity are lost arts on their own in this era, and to see them all together in one man, is truly astounding... And he managed to do it while talking to Piers Morgan for Christ's sake...

Such an awesome interview! Rest in peace Eddie❤

Oh my. His voice from all these years of smoking. One of my favorite guitarists. A legend.

"We've got to get past the past." Man, truer words were never spoken.

Eddie is a Rock God. His music meant so much to me in my life.

Eddie was a genius.. on several levels. Most people have no idea

There's something amazingly fun to watch about Eddie and LL hanging out together!

now MJ and EVH could dance and jumping together in heaven play beat it - two iconic musicians..missed u both

Mad respect for LL after this interview. Gotta listen to this now. Thanks for the upload.

I've been playing guitar for a LONG time… EVH is the best there is ..the best there was . and i don't think the world will EVER see another guitar player like him… SURE there are many faster and mind blowing tech. players out there. BUT what makes him the best is his mind.. his style is the best .. creativity is what he is BLESSED with… when i learn to play a song.. all the players are the same.. BUT EDDIE is so outside the box… ROCK ON BROTHER YOU RULE!

Eddie was such a witty guy. His humor didn't take away from the seriousness of his comments though.

LL , my appreciation for you keeps growing. Peace man. Ed, your a legend that has all guitarist new and old in your debt. To both of you, on behalf of all thanks for your contributions to the world.

gotta love eddie

"I swear to God - who's gonna know that I played on this black kid's record?" LMAO! So classic...

EVH till I die!! LL Cool J is a class act 😎

I was 14 when jump came out, Eddie van halen was awesome here in México!!!!

This is a great collaboration! Two great artists! Love the song and I enjoyed the interview

That Beat It solo Eddie did was so damn epic!!

When these two were hitting the charts back then , no one could top um

I LOVE how Eddie is always about to refer to the vocals as "singing" but then refrains because he probably remembers in his head that there is no singing in rap so he then just refers to it as "the vocals". Perfect example is at about 1:45

another good rap-rock pairing right there. two icons doing something together. awesome....

This is a great interview. I'm just now finding it. I love both artists and I'm going to listen to the record, can't wait! RIP EVH ❤

Back when CNN had some genuine content.

20 minutes and he rearranged and wrote the greatest solo of all time

Who would think eight years later he’d be gone so so sad RIP EV

God Ed was so humble he never ever thought of himself as “great” but he was so wise never let it get to his head but he was GRAND! Miss you Eddie rock heaven 🎸🙌🏻🤘🏻👏🏻😇

to Van Halen: thanks for all the great music!!

"He's the best in the world." LL's right about that!

Eddie is great, its a shame that he hasn't been healthy. I miss the good music back Pre-1990- the music industry really went to pot in the last 25 yrs.

I never seen this before, how cool! Love both of them guys.

RIP Eddie THANK YOU FOR YOUR MUSICAL GENIUS

I am in tears still how Eddie changed all of our lives

LL is one intelligent man. A lot of essence in this conversation. I hope he continues to grow as an artist and a human being. Very interesting man.

Cool interview from two of my favorites. Thanks for posting.

This interview is straight-up awesome. Big fan of Eddie and VH and LL was a big part of my childhood too.

All the love to Eddie and his health. Great interview, the guy makes me laugh I love that and I can't even mention what his music and playing has done and still does for me.

That LL is one class act!

thank you for posting this

I am watching this in the remembrance and honor of Eddie Vanhalen who passed in October of 2020 he is sooo missed, such a legend ❤🎸❤👑🎶🎵❤ today is February 29, 2024 still sad with tears that he is not in this world anymore ❤❤❤❤❤anymore

Two great artists in a great interview!

One of my first guitar heroes and one of the most innovative rock guitarrists of all time. Such a great influence on all the guitar players after him. Wish there would have been a G3 with Edward Van Halen, Joe Satriani and Steve Vai.

Excellent interview, Eddie was a humble genius and I've always admired L.L. as a person and artist. Hard working and humble as well.

Thanks for posting.

Woohooo!!! LL love conquers all. Love it! People need to realize the only person you're hurting when u have an issue, any issue, is you're hurting you! The 2 most powerful energies are love and fear, everything is a derivative of those two energies. Fear is man made love is god made and it's the only truth in this world! Bless you guys for spreading this! 🙏

LL Cool J is one of the coolest dudes on the planet...class act all the way!!!!

I was also 19 when Jump came out. Loved 1984 record. And LL is in one of my favorite movies The Last Holiday with Queen Latifah.

will say it a million times, and mean it everytime Being a guitarist myself, I know what EVH was to me. Everyone else here knows what he meant to them. You can throw out all the superlatives you want about The Master, but there is never going to be an argument about his mastery of his chosen art. No else had players around the planet going "What the F is that". From his grin to his fingers Eddie was born to bring us joy through his expression of his art, and you can thank whatever god you believe in that he shared his joy with us. ALWAYS #1 UNPARALLELED. When the master emerged, from the opening chords of you really got me, every player knew the sonic landscape was changed in a way that was unheard of up to that time. Eruption smashed his foot onto your throat daring you to try to emulate him. No one can. There was never anyone like him, and there will never be another, and I miss his artistry.

Pure class!!!why can’t all interviews be like this? ❤️❤️❤️

It's surprising a man as talented and smart as Eddie would be on CNN.

First time watching this interview. I am a lifelong Van Halen fan since 1979 and have seen them 4 times. I am

Ed Van Halen seems like a genuine nice person plus a phenomenal guitarist. Eddie, LL Cool & many like them have found the way to keep feeling young, keep feeling good. Do what you love. Love what you do!

I hope LL was singing "I'm gonna knock you out. Mama said knock you out!" while he was beating the crap of the intruder.

Eddie got me to playing guitar. He is the most unique rhythm guitar player in history. He just never played the same song over on any album. His solos weren't always as innovative, but his songwriting is beyond superior. His whole career is just fantastic.

Some of Us Are Still Mourning The Passing of Eddie Van Halen Thank You Eddie For All The Great Music 🎶 You Gave The World 🌎

I remember as a kid when Beat it came on, I looked forward to that guitar solo…it made that song so cool. I did not even know who Eddie Van Halen was…but I knew that song was special because of the guitar solo.

The story behind that MJ song is so interesting!

Wow. CNN used to do the news

When he performs he looks so fucking jolly, like I cant think of another artist that looks that happy playing on stage.

This interview had me totally engrossed - I'm more interested in the music of Eddie Van Halen than LL Cool J, and, I wasn't even aware that they'd collaborated to make this record. It's ten years ago now, but, it's still got to be checked out. Thanks for making me conscious of it and for uploading the video.

Make that ONE musical icon. His initials are EVH...period!

Considering all Eddie has been through (self inflicted and not) I think he looks pretty freakin' great! Don't forget he is pushing 60 and has had lots of oral surgery.

i love you eddie! rip, your smile was so great!

Eddie is so darn humble! No wonder we still love him

eddie took what les paul did and ran with it! eddie single handedly and solely himself REVOLUTIONIZED the way the electric guitar would ever be played again. You can't think of the electric guitar and not think of eddie van halen at the same time, I'm not saying he IS the standard, but he sure set his own kind of amazing standard, not only unique one and only trademarked, but totally turned the electric guitar into something that would never be played or looked at the same way again, monumental.

I hate to see people get old................

That rant from LL was fire. Need to see more of him.

You know.. I am an up north country music lovin' hillbilly. I am not into rap music, but I love LL. His character is so genuine. He seems like a guy who I would consider a friend. Keep it up buddy. Eddie is a guitar god, what more is to be said.

greatest guitar player in the universe

It is absolutely incredible how many people hate Piers Morgan! He's less popular than a kick in the nuts! How does he do it?

Thank you Eddie Van Halen and Alex, LL Cool J.

WOW! That was very insightful and very well said!

Man, this hurts, Eddie was the best, no doubt about it.

Eddie reminds me of my 'Partied Out' Uncle...

Wow did not know that, watch some live vh from the 80's and 90's. Eddie is amazing

This is so wonderful that all of this comes out and that WE HAVE A REAL ROCK REFRESHER IN THE WORLD.... Eddie is giving big time with his death.... SAD but also HE IS ROCKING THE WORLD IN HIS ABSENCE... love it and RIP Eddie

Eddie is the ultimate guitar hero!

Descanse em paz, Eddinho! Voce foi muito querido e sempre sera lembrado! 🎸 💋 😇 💗

best of both worlds...my life comes full circle. I grew up with LL and van halen...loved them all

I saw Van Halen llive from 79-81, 3 times...bada$$

I really enjoyed A Different Kind of Truth.

Eddie is way too great to be near Piers.

This was a great interview. I really enjoyed all three of them.

Great interview, great fun! :)