The Life of Jermaine Stewart

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  • @lordcron
    @lordcron 2 года назад +146

    Let me make sure it's understood that Jermaine may not have had a bunch of Number one hits but his music was on the charts a lot! He made his impact! Us 1980's teens remember him very well!

    • @evongilford392
      @evongilford392 10 месяцев назад +8

      He had a lot of hits..🎉

    • @sheabobiney8114
      @sheabobiney8114 9 месяцев назад +10

      I was stationed in Germany in 86 in the Army and "Clothes off" was HUGE over in Europe. He had other hits too. Gone too soon.

    • @BillieBailey-th3lc
      @BillieBailey-th3lc 8 месяцев назад +5

      He had such a UNIQUE voice! As a music lover during both the 70's and 80's, Jermaine almost sounds MORE 70's to me than 80's, I think his songs would have gone FURTHER if they had been released in the 70's!😍

    • @spi_890
      @spi_890 3 месяца назад +1

      @@sheabobiney8114way to soon!!

    • @spi_890
      @spi_890 3 месяца назад +1

      Bless your heart Jermaine, ever since his there dad not been a year fuck your loved!! You were greatly loved!!!! Greatly!!

  • @sotnat9834
    @sotnat9834 2 года назад +65

    William Jermaine Stewart (September 7, 1957 - March 17, 1997) was an American R&B singer best known for his 1986 hit single "We Don't Have to Take Our Clothes Off", which peaked at number five on the Billboard Hot 100, and also peaked within the top ten of the charts in Canada at number two, the Republic of Ireland, and the United Kingdom. Jermaine Stewart died of AIDS-related liver cancer on March 17, 1997, at age 39 in the Chicago suburb of Homewood, Illinois. His burial site was left without a tombstone or even a grave marker for over 17 years. In 2014, his grave finally received a gravestone, paid for anonymously by a fan.

  • @donnagoodman3099
    @donnagoodman3099 3 месяца назад +9

    As a young adult in the 80's, I remember Jermaine very well! I loved his music! R.i.P. -Jermaine Stewart. ❤ 🙏

  • @pryncecharming2133
    @pryncecharming2133 3 года назад +155

    It is really effed up that the culture has tried so hard to cover up his presence in popular music.
    Jermaine Stewart was so hella talented and had a beautiful voice. I hope someone tells his story in a biopic or something.

    • @ICONICPARIS
      @ICONICPARIS 2 года назад +8

      Me too

    • @tangemclemore177
      @tangemclemore177 2 года назад

      Because he was gonna do a tell all, you know how that usually ends...He's alleged to have been secretly hookin up with Magic Johnson and supposedly the person Magic contacted Hiv from. Not to mention, there were other well known famous men he was alleged to have hooked up with.

    • @jonjones7137
      @jonjones7137 2 года назад +1

      He was a one hit wonder...no need.

  • @kimdoe3374
    @kimdoe3374 3 года назад +85

    I had no idea he passed away. I am in tears right now. Rest in peace Jermaine Stewart. I'll never forget you.

    • @jenniferhaynes8625
      @jenniferhaynes8625 3 года назад +3

      I remember his heydays,he was from my area.My mom and her partner remember him and his siblings, Jim her friend taught his sister in school.

    • @godspirate6250
      @godspirate6250 Год назад +1

      i just found out today.

    • @krhawkins91
      @krhawkins91 Год назад +2

      He's been dead for a long time since 97.

    • @LisaMatute
      @LisaMatute 5 месяцев назад +2

      sames, I just found this out today and even better I am born on September 7th as well. RIP Mr. Stewart, I still play this song in my home now my 7 year old daughter love this hit.

  • @Becauseimme
    @Becauseimme 11 месяцев назад +9

    One thing I admire about the UK 🇬🇧 is that yall appreciate great music. You all appreciate the soul and can see through the BS, most Americans are sheep and like what everyone else likes because it’s popular. That’s why J Dilla had to come there before he left us. I love the spirit of the people of 🇬🇧 UK, keep vibing out!✊🏾

  • @sunneepeace
    @sunneepeace 2 месяца назад +5

    The Word Is Out will always be my favorite song by him ❤

  • @YllaStar95970
    @YllaStar95970 3 года назад +25

    The headstone with the word Brilliance was infact the B side to ' We Don't Have To'...
    It was my first girlfriend and ours song.
    We attended a wedding when we were 19 and 17 respectively, and towards the end of that evening the bride and groom had already left for their honeymoon, and the dj played this hit, l left the table l was sat at, and quickly asked him to flip the single. He looked bemused as he never bothered to listen to B sides.
    There was a delay as the song starts unorthodoxly.
    But in an end of evening, dark dance hall, l had walked back to the table enough to see my girlfriend's eyes, and beckon her up to dance, she was a bit shy, even though she was a dancer.
    She slung her arms around my neck, and l placed mine around her waist.
    We were almost the last 2 out there, as it is very difficult to dance too, so it was just us and a glitterball, l remember feeling how soft her kiss was , as she drew closer, and as she closed her eyes a tear fell onto my cheek.
    I held her a little tighter, and she responded the same way.
    It was one of the best moments in my life, and maybe hers, because although we discovered sex with each other, we were still quite innocent.....I only learned how pure that moment was, after living the next 30 years.
    We never made it, we were together for 5 years, but she suffered abuse by her father.
    And l paid for that.
    I loved her, but could not follow her, after she went with another man, on a one night stand.
    Sometimes l wish l never met her....But most of the time l am glad.
    Maybe at the end of our lives we get a chance to change things in this life, to make them right with what the rest of our life has taught us?
    If we can, it would be nice to think we could all find our way back home.
    Thank you Jermaine.

  • @paulgoldblatt9331
    @paulgoldblatt9331 Год назад +7

    Such a sad story. Didn't know much of his work but love "We Don't Have to Take Our Clothes Off".

  • @roselopez5566
    @roselopez5566 2 года назад +46

    It's so amazing to see there's still ppl like you who really tries to give these artists the credit they're do. I've really seen the neglect on the music industry over the years when it comes to who had or has real telent n who doesn't, and it's sad that Jermaine was in a way pushed aside n never given the recognition he deserved. Then again, artists are only money jar or money piggies for most of these record label owners n if u don't make them money then ur nothing n forgotten just like that. Now it isn't about real talent...nope! It's about who gets more popular, likes n brings the most money even if you don't really have the talent. Rip Jermaine!

    • @betty-in-air
      @betty-in-air Год назад +2

      completely agree, I am from india and heard about him for the first time, even when black gay artists are popular in my country, and I grew up on 80's band like Boney M, Morris day

  • @pamjennett5652
    @pamjennett5652 9 месяцев назад +4

    He had me with "The Word Is Out" when it first came out. This is my favorite song of his. Gone too soon. RIP William Jermaine Stewart

  • @alliwishis_2
    @alliwishis_2 2 месяца назад +2

    Now I can see it, and understand where the producer for Milli Vanilli got a lot of his ideas AND he had to do his production as quick as possible..
    NOW it ALL makes a lot of sense now..
    AND a BIG MASSIVE Thanks for putting in a lot of work and doing a lot of research on this mysterious artist how many of us kind of blew past especially when Milli Vanilli came around.. Thank You for this post once again.. 👍🏿👍🏿🔥🔥❤️‍🔥 Reast In Heaven Jermaine Stewart 🙏🏿🙏🏿✌🏿

  • @thebargar8305
    @thebargar8305 8 месяцев назад +8

    Very respectful and informative. Thank you he seems to be a forgotten talent😢.

  • @spi_890
    @spi_890 3 месяца назад +3

    Some people burn brightly very quickly and then burn out to early! R.i.P. one of my all time favorite songs from the 80's def in my top ten.

  • @JoeMama-tl4tr
    @JoeMama-tl4tr 4 года назад +237

    Why did it take 17 years for him to have a grave stone? Every singer should have pitched in and bought this legend a mausoleum

    • @isaidwhatisaid76
      @isaidwhatisaid76 3 года назад +20

      Exactly!!! 😡

    • @hummingbird94ful
      @hummingbird94ful 3 года назад +26

      That is so sad. Jody Whatley, who he actually wrote a song about could have helped, for example. They were friends..well it seemed. He seemed to be such a positive person even with his musical misfortune and health. Traffic story.

    • @cuauhtemocsalgado6936
      @cuauhtemocsalgado6936 3 года назад +3

      a question is there an original video of the song dont talk dirty to me and where can i get it?

    • @michellewilliams4458
      @michellewilliams4458 3 года назад +6

      I wont say the reason I believe these false ass friends didnt get the head stone.

    • @KayDejaVu
      @KayDejaVu 2 года назад +18

      @@michellewilliams4458 Friends? Why didn't his family do it. Why did it take the mother 17 years? You don't know if he even talked to industry people.

  • @DJPoundPuppy
    @DJPoundPuppy Год назад +4

    I was recommended his song on Spotify and fell in love, so here I am. Tragic ending at my current age. Thanks for your video.

  • @bwicklander
    @bwicklander 3 года назад +26

    Jermaine is still one of my favorites, I hope the many generations will appreciate his talents. Such a sweet soul! Thank you for this mini doc, I hope he gets an unsung episode.

  • @ymurray73yj
    @ymurray73yj 4 года назад +34

    Thank you for this. Very respectfully done, and I personally appreciated the details of knowing what led to the decline of his career. The music industry is harsh, I'm confident that he would've found his way back in the spotlight if he'd been given more time here on earth😔. May he be at peace 🙏🏾

  • @claireesme1557
    @claireesme1557 3 месяца назад +2

    What a beautiful soul, thanks for making my school disco's fun.

  • @tj921able
    @tj921able 3 года назад +17

    Thank you for this documentary. He was a great singer and will always be remembered. May he RIP. God Bless You for taking the time out to remind the world about him.

  • @AndyLifeInVideo
    @AndyLifeInVideo 5 лет назад +57

    The Word Is Out is still a bop! RIP Jermaine!

  • @JoshBruin77
    @JoshBruin77 2 месяца назад +2

    Great job on this! Jermaine is a fantastic artist, singer, and dancer. His music will libe on through me, thats for sure!

  • @sgtairborne2449
    @sgtairborne2449 3 года назад +53

    Adam Martyn, im glad there are still people like you who take the time and effort to explain that there are a lot of artists out there like Jermaine who never got the respect or accolades they deserved. This video helps to keep his legacy alive!!

  • @caroline2075
    @caroline2075 2 года назад +9

    My mom loved Jermaine Stewart and his music. Jermaine Stewart is a legend.we will all miss him. We love you. You will always be in our prayers. Rest in peace.

  • @TheVisions888
    @TheVisions888 5 лет назад +50

    He was one of the best eighties artist ,Mr Jermaine Stewart rip you are missed.

  • @glamgal7106
    @glamgal7106 Год назад +2

    Thanks for doing this. Jermaine Stewart was multi talented and it would be a disservice to ignore that, period. I remember when his song “We Don’t Have to Take Our Clothes Off” came out…it was catchy, danceable, and had this playful story in it. Just yesterday, I purchased the “Frantic Romantic” CD on eBay. I couldn’t help but notice that some of Jermaine’s albums were being listed as rare and out of print for over $70 USD. Additionally, over a year or so ago, I couldn’t even afford to purchase his CDs because sellers wanted over the price that I mentioned, even for used CDs and LPs. I’m hoping that I get the CD in the mail-it’s listed as in brand new condition for $17. Going back to what I mentioned earlier about how much his music was going for-it was similar on Amazon-I remember thinking, “Gosh, too bad Jermaine is here to see what an impact he’s had on music that his music is considered rare.” He was one of a kind. It’s unfortunate that his life was cut short because of a health crisis that doctors didn’t know how to really handle at the time. Jermaine is sadly missed yet fondly remembered for his musical contributions.

  • @geniustime5395
    @geniustime5395 4 года назад +22

    Thank you for recognizing these lessor known artists. Much has been said about those who had hit after hit but those who were ignored had a lot to say through their art.

  • @HorrortoWatch
    @HorrortoWatch 5 месяцев назад +3

    This was awesome. I love learning about artists I remember listening to as a kid. Great work!!

  • @videorocketzmillar007milla5
    @videorocketzmillar007milla5 2 года назад +5

    His dear mom took care of him toward the end. Thank you for this. He was fun.

  • @audreyagranier578
    @audreyagranier578 4 года назад +31

    His album Frantic Romantic is still one of the best act of the 80's. I wish one day he will get the recognition he deserves. Big LOVE from France.

  • @blairwilliams6452
    @blairwilliams6452 2 года назад +6

    He had more than one hit! "Say It Again" is my favorite and it WAS a hit in the clubs.. And his style lives on!

  • @richardwalker57ponyfruit
    @richardwalker57ponyfruit Год назад +8

    When I heard "you don't have to take your clothes off" I was amazed , love the song and still play it all these years on RIP

  • @bigtaxrefund
    @bigtaxrefund 7 месяцев назад +2

    i remember his songs back in the 80s when i was a teen. we dont have to take our clothes off was such a hit..today that song is still popping

  • @brendaedwards3651
    @brendaedwards3651 Год назад +8

    Jermaine was definitely my Favorite Artist

  • @brendamoore988
    @brendamoore988 9 месяцев назад +2

    The word is out ❤️ Classic!
    I remember reading an article in the newspaper about his death. 😢

    • @MatthewVanceMusic
      @MatthewVanceMusic 9 месяцев назад +1

      Do you remember what it said? Any details or funeral?

  • @patriciaorlando2380
    @patriciaorlando2380 4 года назад +21

    Jarmaine Stewart was a very good singer and performer. He was so underrated and such a lovely person. Very down to earth . Its very sad to know that Jarmaine's grave went without a grave stone for 17 years. So so sad.😢😢😢 He died far too young. R I P Jarmaire. You will always be remembered by people who loved you..💜💛

  • @tariqcampbell5106
    @tariqcampbell5106 2 года назад +6

    I just learned about him a day ago. I remembered hearing his song Clothes Off when i was much younger (I was 3 in 1986) I hadn’t heard it and years and when it popped up on my RUclips it was like a flashback. Thank you for making this documentary on a talented but forgotten Artist ❤️

  • @chrissgchriss
    @chrissgchriss 4 года назад +12

    Damn. I liked him. Didn't know he had more songs. But he kept on trying, and and that is a mark of a warrior!

  • @danadaniel1514
    @danadaniel1514 3 года назад +25

    I am so glad to see someone speak of his many talents. Most rather speak of him negatively than to speak of his awesome successes

  • @c_b_m-cbm
    @c_b_m-cbm 7 месяцев назад +2

    Thank you for this, Jermaine forever!

  • @trevortrevatrevortreva1520
    @trevortrevatrevortreva1520 Год назад +2

    Was lucky enough to meet Jermaine in London. Without doubt one of the most down to earth and personable people I had the pleasure of getting to know a little who was simple kind in a business era at that time that was anything other than competitive or rude. Taken by the Aida pandemic too soon although Jermaines kindness like his music will live on

  • @stewart9274
    @stewart9274 5 лет назад +302

    Jermain baught his mom a house his mom is my granny

    • @ranmasaotome5162
      @ranmasaotome5162 5 лет назад +44

      He's your uncle

    • @blvddina9047
      @blvddina9047 5 лет назад +11

      He dated magic?

    • @donyasigalesin1087
      @donyasigalesin1087 4 года назад +23

      Your family is foul for not giving him a proper burial

    • @blvddina9047
      @blvddina9047 4 года назад +1

      @victory Isnow00 tragic

    • @MLaker221
      @MLaker221 4 года назад +39

      Yes, there's records for that bc I think it's the house he was sick in and driven to the hospital and passed. I'm sorry for your families loss... And I hope all is well and know that you guys are related to an incredible music legend.. bless you all. And also if you ever want to know or reminisce his music career I put all the interviews and clips in a Jermaine Stewart documentary 'Jermaine Stewart experience'

  • @seanhannon1440
    @seanhannon1440 6 месяцев назад +2

    LOVELY ... THANK YOU FOR SHARING!!!!! LOVE YOU JERMAINE!!!!

  • @carlmaster9690
    @carlmaster9690 5 лет назад +34

    "Say it Again" is my favourite Jermaine Stewart song, followed by "We Don't Have to Take Our Clothes Off" and Dance Floor.
    Great and highly informative documentary. Very well done.
    So sad about him not been as successful as other singers off the day.

    • @ellioshiem7892
      @ellioshiem7892 4 года назад

      mine too

    • @markr.devereux3385
      @markr.devereux3385 3 года назад +1

      Dance floor excellent track featured on FRANTIC ROMANTIC when JERMAINE was making his big splash on the pop charts . I played the shit out of that on the cassette I bought. These RUclips videos are Jermaine STEWART s real memorial.

  • @MLaker221
    @MLaker221 4 года назад +13

    Thank you for using my grave clips. I went there 2 years in a row looking for it... And it wasn't until the 2nd year that I found it bc bc the first time was a Sunday. I spoke to the people at the desk and went out to the field to look for it, all on RUclips. It wasn't until I got home, edited the video, posted it, and then sent it to Jody Watley on a memorial post she made... That she then contacted his mom. She said she can't watch the video bc it would make her too sad... But yes, I exposed that it took 17 years. At first Michael Licata and I were going to raise money to get one with a photo on it.. but his mother went ahead and did an awesome one with Brilliance written on it, an amazing song. I was so lucky to work 10mins down the street.. and have been obsessed with R&B music and artists since I was 10 years old in 1995 discovering Janet Jackson's Control album... So if there was ever a vessel created to get this task done, I was driven to do it. There is also a 3 part documentary I made on his music career in chronological order with whatever clips available. Mission 2 would be to make ALL his albums available on streaming... His last album was shelved by Warner and fans trade it around already. His album what becomes legend most -Tren De amor is awesome--- is also not available bc of Arista pushing him out into a foreign market and not even releasing it in the USA... and still he was a pure artist. May we keep all of this alive on RUclips and in our homes... I just found the word is out on 45. Thank you!

    • @MLaker221
      @MLaker221 4 года назад

      @Michael Bailey it is in Homewood memorial, Homewood IL. Go to the back field. not the wooded area at the front. He's like in the middle of that. You used to have to look for the name "Mary Cohen" who also died on March 97.. so they must have just placed him in an organized row.
      I had to go in the office to get a map to find it.. and I tripped over a metal rod when I found it.

  • @naheem78
    @naheem78 3 года назад +4

    This was really beautiful & thank you for putting it together. Absolutely Loved Jermaine His Voice Was Amazing!

  • @caydenlaffey2019
    @caydenlaffey2019 5 лет назад +26

    This was a really good video Adam! Keep up the good work.

  • @Trust_Falls_Tech
    @Trust_Falls_Tech Год назад +3

    One song will carry his name forever, he was a great artist.

  • @Iheart2cook
    @Iheart2cook 4 года назад +9

    I loved "clothes off" back in the 80's. I was in high school at the time and it was a jam. RIP

  • @ML-lw4zf
    @ML-lw4zf 2 года назад +9

    I loved him , I was 14 and thought he may be gay but it didn’t matter he was the man who wrote Songs that touched my heart. He, to me , was a man in charge that was not threatening in lyrics and attitude to people of such an influential age. Love Jermaine!!!

  • @frenchskuxx
    @frenchskuxx 4 года назад +23

    He didnt even get a grave stone?! thats so sad, if i was a millionaire, i would have bought him one, such a underrated pioneer

    • @ronaldjones4095
      @ronaldjones4095 10 месяцев назад +3

      I have always heard that rich people are the most selfish people. It's amazing that most common people have a grave stone. And this famous man didn't get one until 17 years after he died. That is amazing and extremely sad. Every rich person should be ashamed of themselves. Especially the rich famous Black people in the music industry.

  • @AlexaExtraordinaire
    @AlexaExtraordinaire 2 года назад +4

    I'll always remember Jermaine Stewart for his wonderful voice, fantastic pop hits and amazing style.

  • @KD555
    @KD555 Год назад +2

    A fine tribute. Thank you for making it.

  • @stephanieconsi4825
    @stephanieconsi4825 2 года назад +4

    This was a lovely tribute. Glad to have learned all about him all these years later.

  • @arleineri3282
    @arleineri3282 4 года назад +22

    we never forget you jermaine"😍😍

  • @californiagirl1579
    @californiagirl1579 Месяц назад +1

    Thank you for sharing his jermaine Stewart ❤🙏🏽 i love everything about him his voice was so amazing and i loved his hair& clothes its sad how he didn't go far may God forever rest his soul

  • @JohnJohnson-tw8qk
    @JohnJohnson-tw8qk Год назад +2

    One of my all time favourite singers. We don't have to take our clothes off, say it again and Get lucky to name a few of my favourite songs

  • @gilvreymohi8742
    @gilvreymohi8742 4 года назад +19

    That was a great documentary, I enjoyed it very much. Well presented and obviously well researched, good work. I have subscribed.

  • @-HRH
    @-HRH Год назад +3

    Wow this was so well made! Very impressive documentary of a sorely underrated artist. My favourite song is Don't Ever Leave Me. Breaks my heart that.

  • @angelawarren2177
    @angelawarren2177 Год назад +2

    loved his work and music, a truly talented artist xxx

  • @TheMraswad
    @TheMraswad 2 года назад +3

    I saw Jermaine Stewart once while out shopping in Hollywood in the 90s. That hair was unmistakable. I loved him because other than Sylvester there was no other Black Gay man to make it that far up the charts. And his voice was amazing. I cried when I heard he had died of AIDS as so many around me were at that time. It could have been his presentation, his dark skin or the fact that Michael and Prince got there first. But he will always be in my music collection and my heart.

    • @moeschizlac
      @moeschizlac 2 года назад +1

      Lil Nas X made it far up the charts. He does multiple genres of music as well.

  • @Magneto27698
    @Magneto27698 7 месяцев назад +2

    He was also on an episode of Miami Vice. 👍 RIP Jermaine. ♥️

  • @StarchildSixx
    @StarchildSixx 2 года назад +2

    Thank you so much for bringing light to Jermaine. He seems like he was such a wonderful human being and I absolutely adore his music. May he RIP, singing with the angels now. His music is definitely part of the soundtrack of my life ❤️

  • @Dolphine43
    @Dolphine43 2 года назад +4

    He was a very sweet person. Hung out with him a few times in LA back in the days.

    • @plawson8577
      @plawson8577 2 года назад

      He liked flirting with Straight men and frequented gay clubs throughout Chicago.

  • @NPGLAMB
    @NPGLAMB 8 месяцев назад +1

    He died today in 1997 , March 17 when I’m watching this, when it’s my birthday and when it’s st Patrick’s day.. wow I picked an interesting day to watch this video.

  • @lauriemyles2010
    @lauriemyles2010 4 года назад +8

    This was SO beautiful! Thank you! ❤️

  • @CocoapieRodriguez
    @CocoapieRodriguez 5 лет назад +42

    🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥
    That one hit, still plays
    We don't have to take our clothes off
    I can't believe he died.
    Imagine heaven, Jeremy, Whitney, Prince, George Michael, Michael Jackson...

  • @hmab01
    @hmab01 4 года назад +12

    If you would ask me what's your number one song of my entire life... I would say ¨The word is out¨ specially the long version... OMG that song impacted me so much... that everytime I hear it is like fresh out of the record... Great job on the video. RIP. Jermaine S.

  • @debiterrell3829
    @debiterrell3829 5 лет назад +6

    Interesting but sad video about Jermaine Stewart Virgo 9-7-57. R.I.P. Germaine & ty for good music, dancing, fashion & lyrics.

  • @magdalenasoul1734
    @magdalenasoul1734 Год назад +2

    Thanks for this video. He was really good

  • @dianah6620
    @dianah6620 3 года назад +1

    Tak for at du deler dette dejlige minde om en vi altid har hørt som ung...

  • @bourlandlandscape3090
    @bourlandlandscape3090 4 года назад +7

    RIP young man, you deserved better

  • @dneenLovesMJ
    @dneenLovesMJ 2 года назад +4

    This was beautifully done, Rest In Peace Jermaine Stewart🙏🏾

  • @blaque843
    @blaque843 4 года назад +18

    R.I.P. WHAT A TALENT.GONE TO SOON!

  • @rebelflower7339
    @rebelflower7339 4 года назад +52

    He sure has some beautiful hair.

  • @RedRobbie07
    @RedRobbie07 3 года назад +2

    Bought a copy of his album "Frantic Romantic" a few weeks ago and I've been playing it non-stop. Jermaine was so talented. Every song besides the smash hit "WDHTTOCO" had potential to be a hit single. The album is flawless. I think there was also a video album released as well for Frantic Romantic. Can't wait to find his other 3 albums. God Bless you Jermaine and Thank You. R.I.P.

    • @Nurse_Shelly44
      @Nurse_Shelly44 2 года назад

      I'm trying to vinyls of all his albums. His music is phenomenal.

  • @SnoopCatts
    @SnoopCatts 2 года назад +8

    The word is out was actually a relatively big song in the black community... However, it had a lot of competition because 1983, 1984, 1985, 1986 was a yearof MEGA, SUPER GIGANTIC Mega hits... everything from When Doves Cry, To Beat It, Billie Jean, How Will I Know, Run DMC, Houdini oh, Lisa Lisa & Cult Jam... The competition was on another level in those years. But the Word Is Out still made noise in the hood at that time... it was just drowned out by the mega hits. Actually the word is out was a bit ahead of its time

  • @calvinndallas3289
    @calvinndallas3289 3 года назад +6

    Like a lot of R&B singers at that time what really killed his career was the rise of hip hop. Many great singers got hit by that bus.

    • @moeschizlac
      @moeschizlac 4 месяца назад +1

      He should have gone pop like MJ did in the 80s. He would have been a more successful singer.

  • @AFLive
    @AFLive 2 года назад

    I felt this same way , yall appreciated his music and it took that long to give him a gravestone. . and it was from his Mother ! . . I sware if I knew I woulda got one . But this is very inspiring, I heard a band playing "take your clothes off" and was lead to this. Im gay, dance , sing, and produce. . and I needed this

  • @gordonelliott1506
    @gordonelliott1506 4 года назад +5

    Amazing artist
    I have all his albums the single say it again is brilliant wish they would release his last album that was shelved...... UK 🇬🇧 fan

  • @oliviairving114
    @oliviairving114 3 года назад +1

    Adam Martin, thank you so very much. You have said so much in so little time. You are certainly utilising your talent to the fullest be so proficient. And you have the voice to go with it all. Your voice is pleasant, warm and welcoming and I would be pleased to listen to your voice any time. You speak objectionably, giving credit where credit is due.
    Life can be so overwhelmingly surprising, that is, in very negative ways but with that heart of yours, I hope the road for you is smooth all the way. More than ever, the human race need people like you who could turn the stress of the whole day into a refreshing end of the day, and giving a feeling of hope that will be there in the morning as you awake.

  • @alisterfolson
    @alisterfolson 2 месяца назад +3

    I always thought it was a female singer singing harmony on those Culture Club tracks. RIP sir

    • @210choc
      @210choc Месяц назад +1

      Helen Terry did many of the backing vocals for CC

  • @Keeng_Aman_Duh
    @Keeng_Aman_Duh 5 лет назад +8

    I appreciated the artist Jermaine and I appreciate this post!👍🏾

  • @andrewdouglass1427
    @andrewdouglass1427 2 года назад +3

    Wow. I knew some of this, but far from all. I'm a better man for watching this short, but what makes me better is learning more about a performer who was so present in my earlier years. Jermaine, you left a void, and thank you for your extraordinary work;-)

  • @AmosAmerica
    @AmosAmerica 2 года назад +1

    Great work Adam! Thank you for this post.

  • @paulharding1972
    @paulharding1972 3 года назад +1

    We don't have to take our clothes off is one of my favourite pop songs and dance songs of all time. I listen to it most days. Never tire of it. There was another brilliant dance song on the say it again album called dress it up.x

  • @christinewomack8999
    @christinewomack8999 5 лет назад +11

    Wonderful video! Thanks for the information of him. But he had four hits maybe not in the top 10 but if the song is in the top 100 it is a successful songs. I still love him, his music and his style, I still listen to his songs everyday, because of video's like this his music is being noticed. R.I.P. Jermaine💜

    • @ellioshiem7892
      @ellioshiem7892 4 года назад

      yes agreed.
      he was not a 1 hitter....🌹

  • @tanyakelly1260
    @tanyakelly1260 4 года назад +6

    I met him back then took a photo with him together but the camera was stolen so I never saw the photo he was a nice beautiful person

  • @JayPDee6391
    @JayPDee6391 Год назад +2

    I never heard of this dude or his music till today 09/09/2023. I graduated high school in 1982. Nobody I kicked it with played his stuff.

    • @josephinemoten345
      @josephinemoten345 9 месяцев назад

      Sad

    • @JayPDee6391
      @JayPDee6391 9 месяцев назад

      Naw not sad or unfortunate. Personally his music don't grab me🤷🏾‍♂️

  • @RemyGriffinTrans
    @RemyGriffinTrans 2 года назад +1

    Only just discovered his music in October, wish I’d heard of him sooner

  • @marysmith8457
    @marysmith8457 2 года назад +3

    Missing you Jemaine we were good friends on soul train in Chicago we always had a good time

  • @walkerpantera
    @walkerpantera Год назад +1

    it took mom 17 YEARS to get the headstone? his story is triumphant and sad at the same time.

  • @MissTootle
    @MissTootle 3 года назад +2

    'Get lucky' has always been my fav ❤️

  • @walkerpantera
    @walkerpantera 3 года назад +1

    What a great narration, you spoke with respect and compassion.

  • @CocoapieRodriguez
    @CocoapieRodriguez 5 лет назад +57

    1 hit that everyone loved, YET NO tombstone?
    How HORRID.
    😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭

    • @ECW5320
      @ECW5320 4 года назад +12

      He has one now thank to a fan.

    • @MLaker221
      @MLaker221 4 года назад +7

      I found it and got it marked in 2014 thru kind exposure that encouraged the marking to finally happen. I feel like I should make a big update video so that people fully know. We all cared. I exposed it tho.. and worked to fix it. His mom bought it

    •  4 года назад

      @@MLaker221 Why was Jermaine's grave so many years without a headstone?

    • @jayd4037
      @jayd4037 3 года назад +2

      @ where was the gay community especially his gay friends to give him a grave stone shameful asf

    • @susanbrown827
      @susanbrown827 3 года назад +2

      @@jayd4037 What about his family members? I know his mother brought his headstone, but his gravesite went without a marker and headstone for 14 oh, no I mean 17 years without. I'm sorry, No disrespect but again I ask where was The Stewart Family at in those 17 year time frame❓❓❓🤔, well May Mr. Stewart, Rest In Peace 😇🙏❤

  • @francesgreen6020
    @francesgreen6020 4 года назад +3

    This is a very nice story thank you for appreciating this unsung artist my good friend from soul train love you jermain😢💐🙏

  • @acmdu89
    @acmdu89 4 месяца назад +2

    The WORD IS OUT WAS THAT SONG. I PLAYED THAT SONG TO DEATH!

  • @txtrang2515
    @txtrang2515 4 года назад +7

    As a kid, I always thought it was a girl singing this song. His one-hit song came on recently as a recommended song. Upon hearing again after so long, I was so amazed at his voice abilities. And thought it was shameful that he wasn't more of a pop idol.

  • @DiegoMartinezDP
    @DiegoMartinezDP 4 года назад +5

    “Get Lucky” is a tune!

  • @mardenhill
    @mardenhill 5 лет назад +5

    thanks for this video, underrated artist!