You should do the five famous MTV videos from David Lee Roth, since he is retiring soon. 1. Goin' Crazy 2. Just like Paradise 3. Yankee Rose 4. Just a Gigolo 5. California Girls
If you like those smokey Brit female vocalists... Sandy Denny with Fairport Convention "Who Knows Where The Time Goes?" Trust me bro she'll steal your heart!
@@artiemeyer8803 - Likely not Carole Kaye on bass here. This song was written, recorded & produced in London, UK and Lulu is also British. John Paul Jones the bass player from Led Zeppelin, like Jimmy Page the band's guitarists, was one of London's top recording studio session players who also was a musical director & arranger for Mickie Most who produced this track of Lulu's. So, it may very well be Led Zeppelin's bas player on Too Sir With Love.
The drums as well - that simple but effective quarter-note snare beat on the chorus keeps it moving. Most likely the top London session players were on this track, so the drummer was probably either Bobby Graham or Clem Cattini.
When I saw Sidney Poitier in this movie, I was a little girl. To see a teacher make such a difference in the lives of his students, inspired me to become a teacher when I grew up. And I have been for over 30 years. I teach Pre-K. I never had a dad growing up, but if I could choose my father, Sidney Poitier would be my choice. I mourne the loss of him as if he was family. I've never felt like that from any other celebrity. His memoir that he wrote " The Measure of a Man" is everything all man and woman should read.
Rose, it's amazing that this movie inspired you to teach. Sidney Poitier was an extraordinary person and wonderful actor. I love "Lillies of the Field", he and the Mother Superior are kindred spirits, but are constantly challenging each other, and are both changed by the friendship. I'm sure that they will have a day of tribute to Mr. Poitier on TCM soon, and I will be watching. I haven't seen all of his films yet.
I live and work in Hollywood and am at the studios quite often. I had to be at one real early once. Once I got checked in, I left the sound stage to walk down to the rest room. On the way back, I see Sidney Poitier on a balcony leaning on the guard rail, just staring down at the empty lot. I walk by, made eye and he raised his chin, as to say 'hello'. I smiled and just sorta shook my head. Just me and Sidney back there on that lot, no one else at that time; and he was wearing a suit just like in HEAT OF THE NIGHT. The only other time I got chills was working with Ann Margret.
You are going LOVE this movie, "To Sir With Love" when you see it! It's like a good book you can keep coming back and watching again and again. I really loved Sidney Poitier in this movie, even when he's not saying anything, you can "see" how he is feeling/thinking in any particular scene. Truly he was a great actor. This song and Lulu's singing will be in your head for DAYS after! Enjoy when you see the movie. 😊💖
RIP Sidney Poitier! Do not underestimate LuLu's voice as "easy listening" She can pack a punch with that voice! LuLu sang the theme song to the James Bond movie 'Man with the Golden Gun" You should listen to that and see that LuLu can sing easy and she can belt also!
Lulu has a very beautiful voice & still tours now. She sounds as good in her 70s as she did back then at 19. It's amazing that her voice has held up like it has.
I can't listen to this song without getting all misty eyed! I strongly recommend this movie! It is about a very conscientious teacher that takes on teaching a class of misfits and hoods. Kids from the lower social class in England. The really cool thing about it, to me is that although the teacher is a black man the movie is not about race, but rather class inequities in England which used to be horrible! Sydney Poitier got the leading role but it could have gone to anyone regardless of race! That, in itself makes this movie very special to me and is a credit to the legacy of that man.
boosuedon - Yes !!! Thank you for your heartfelt sweet thoughts... I was new in the Military in 1967; (Vietnam & the Cold War); we represented ALL Nationalities , and we were ALL Brothers in a Family... Loved seeing that movie back then !!! Tears of joy... No one will ever replace Sydney Poitier....Think about all the good he is doing on the other side... Yeah... God Bless you and yours, boosuedon ! Fran Danco
I like your comment. However, the film is based on a book written by a black author, E. R. Braithwaite, about his experiences teaching in a tough English school. So, Poitier's skin colour mattered for that reason. But not, as you say, anything to do with tackling racism. Although, I believe that he did encounter it, it's not the focus of his story. Look up Braithwaite - he was pretty interesting.
Yeah. Jamel..It primarily is The Character,Played By Lulu, Pretty much SINGING her gratitude towards Thackery for improving her life,and helping her give herself Her own Self respect... The Gratitude from the song Touched my heart deeply,and as a Major-League Empathetic person,the feeling of Gratitude that came from the song touched me,and Little baby me cried from the deep feeling of such gratitude....I know guys do not usually think crying is a bit of Sissy-Action...But it`s better to care,than to be a uncaring ass,lol!
Lulu began her career in the UK before becoming internationally known. She had a big hit with the song "To Sir With Love" from the 1967 film, which she also starred in with Sidney Poitier. She also did the title song to the 1974 James Bond film "The Man With The Golden Gun". She also did the songs "Boom Bang-a-Bang", "Shout", "Leave A Little Love", "Try To Understand", "The Boat That I Row", "Oh Me Oh My (I'm A Fool For You Baby)", "I Could Never Miss You (More Than I Do)" etc. Lulu was married at one time to Maurice Gibb of the Bee Gees.
To Sir With Love is a very good movie. Teaches about respect. I was a little kid when it came out andthe song has always been a favorite of mine. Love LuLu's voice.
The movies “To Sir With Love” & “Born Free” are 2 of my favorite movies of my childhood. To this day, this song STILL gives me goosebumps. RIP Sidney Poitier.
Although those two are on my list, also, the theme from "The Prime of Miss Jean Brodie" was a favorite for me, too. That's most likely because it references "Bonnie Jean" which was my mother's name. (I know the Bonnie refers to the Scotish word for pretty but hey, I was a kid. lol)
This was the perfect song to say bye to the great Sidney Poitier who passed last week. I also recommend you watch A Patch of Blue, Lilies of the Field and Guess Who's Coming to Dinner.
@@barblessable I felt like most people know about In the Heat of the Night so I didn't name it. "They call me MISTER Tibbs" is a famous line people should never forget. It's from the sequel to ITHOTN.
This is my all time favorite Sydney Poitier movie !! Lulu sings this beautifully !! And Judy Geeson had the most beautiful lips ever !! If you haven't seen it you should !! True Classic !! 👍👍
It moves me to tears every time, remembering how this movie ended. It was so touching and meaningful. I hope you enjoy watching the movie. Lulu ♡ what a voice
Sidney Poitier's contribution to cinema is immeasurable. To Sir with Love, Guess Who's Coming to Dinner, Lilies of the Field, A Raisin in the Sun are all worth your time. He was a so important on so many levels.
And also the poignant, Patch Of Blue with late co-star Lisa Hartman. In it Poitier office worker meets a young blind. They form a close friendship girl.
Thank you, *Lisa,* for turning your brother on to this phenomenal tune, and leaving this 61 year old brother misty eyed as I reminisce about the song, the movie and the late Sir, brother *Sidney Poitier*
There are certain movies about teachers that are so memorable and To Sir With Love is one of them. I'd put it right up there with Goodbye Mr. Chips. And it is based on a true story with the amazing Sidney Poitier in the lead.
While being a beautiful song, melodically, the movie shows that it is also a song about bridging barriers, and respect. Mister Poitier was perfectly cast, as a classy gentleman, like yourself, who, however, is charged with teaching a class of white folks with not so much class, but who, through his example, learn to be good people. On and off screen, he was an exemplary human being. Let us know how you liked the movie. Love the song. Thanks again.
Movie was fantastic, Lulu has always been great , along with a handful of British female singers, Dusty Springfield, and Sandy Shaw also are part of that group
DEFINITELY a must watch! Impressed me the first time I saw it in 1967, at age 14, and again when I watched it about 3 or 4 yrs ago! A timeless classic.
You've got to see the movie to understand what she is singing about, but here's the close-to ending part but you still have to watch the movie to understand even that ending. I loved it and still do. Love that song to. RIP Sidney Poitier. ruclips.net/video/nXaEf4ktpPA/видео.html
Beautiful song! I was just a child and I wonder if I'd ever have a teacher like that. I eventually saw the movie and how amazing was Sidney Poitier! RIP sir! 🙏
I’ve always loved this movie. I hope Mr. Poitier’s passing will inspire a new generation to explore his work. An amazing talent and a generous human being! He gave us a great gift!
The movie is pure gold. This always moves me because i taught the "type" of students reflected in the movie for years. Unfortunately we as teachers do't always see our results or how we may have touched a students life.
I remember as a kid going swimming at the local YMCA and somebody would always have a transistor radio going in the locker room. This song was always on. It brings me back to that era every time I hear it. It was a musical blessing to have grown up in the 60s and 70s.
I have the movie on DVD, after I wore out my VHS. I also have the book, a true story, that the movie is based on. The song is my all-time favorite song; I fell in love with it when it first came out when I was about 2 or 3. My brother told me that whenever the song came on the radio I would run for the stereo to listen to it. I even sang it at a school talent show! I'm 57 now and it's STILL my favorite song. I still have the original 45. Even listening to it now, I get the same "goosies" as if hearing it for the first time.
Lulu is from Glasgow, Scotland. She played the tough girl in TSWL. She has a real soulful voice- not necessarily showcased in this song! You gotta see the movie! Cool teacher wins over hardened blue collar kids. There’s another video of this that shows scenes from the movie to give you an idea.
I so loved this movie and Lulu. It's a beautiful message that will continue to span many generations. I was a teenager when "To Sir With Love" was released. (Lulu is my age now and is still beautiful) That song affected me in so many wonderful ways as it does to this day. I now have a grand daughter who is graduating from high school next week. We plan to watch this together. It is definitely a must see film I believe it's streaming on Amazon Prime. Bring tissues.
I remember seeing the movie on TV as a girl. I recall the teens in the movie being less than enthused with school and life. Until their new teacher shows up! Great movie that illustrates how one person can change the lives of others. I had not heard this song in decades...gave me full chills! Thanks Lisa for suggesting the song to our man Jamal!
@@Meditech509 You said it, "CLASS!"💜 I first saw this movie when I was a little girl. The song is great, but Mr. Poitier never failed to blow my mind with his brilliance. Bravo Sir ~ RIP 👑
@@davidvornsand6054 Tremendous movie.I haven't seen it in over 20 years,but remember it like it was yesterday.It has stayed in my memory. Very highly recommend it.
One of my favorite songs, and movies. Sidney Poitier was fantastic in it. I always get tears in my eyes when I hear this song, as a teacher, he taught her so much while she was his student. Mellow, beautiful, meaningful... I could listen to Lulu forever! You can probably get the movie on Amazon pretty cheap...
I watched the movie on Own, the other night. It's a great movie, and I remember going to the movies to see this with my family back in 1967. LuLu was once married to Maurice Gibb of the Bee Gees.
You must see Lulu sing To Sir With Love on the American Idol. She blows the roof off the building 40 years later. Lulu did not get recognition she deserved in the United States. She had a #1 hit for weeks in 1967, 1968 with To Sir With Love in America. Over in Europe, she had Top 40 hits in the 60s,70s,80s,90s, and 2000s. I've seen her perform in New York City twice 2013 and 2015 and met her. She still got the voice and is a sweet lady.
This is one of my absolute favorite movies of all time. I've probably seen it over 25 times. I had to watch it again the day I heard that Sidney Poitier passed. Such a wonderful actor and all around beautiful person.
The movie is excellent! When she sings this to him, anyone with a pulse would tear up. The last scene is also very strong. An all time favorite movie and song of mine.
Lulu is a legend. "Shout" was a banger. Plus she does a great job of playing "herself" as a recurring character in the 90s Brit Sitcom Absolutely Fabulous.
If it has not already been mentioned, both Jimmy Page and John Paul Jones from Led Zep are playing on this track. They were both session musicians b4 LZ. JPJ also wrote the string arrangement. 👍🏽👍🏽 RIP Sidney.
Sidney was a teacher at a London school back in 1967.The students were not learning until Sidney came along.They were wild and unruly.They also gave Sidney a hard time too in the beginning.You will like this movie.Sidney was fantastic.👍❤
A timeless and of its time classic - that gorgeous arrangement echoes Burt Bacharach & Phil Spector's 'Wall of Sound'. Her vocals are buttery soft and sweet. Yes you need to see the film too.
I found it on RUclips TV. The heat of the night is also a Sydney favorite. To sir with love came out when I was 5th grade. huge memories of my childhood. Sidney was a favorite as a child.
Lulu sang this song perfectly. It was a number 1 hit on the radio during the summer of 1967, and I never got tired of hearing it although they played it almost constantly. I would stop whatever I was doing and just listen to her perfect pitch, voice control, and emotion..I still get emotional, myself, when I hear it! Thank you so much, Jamal!
The video with clips from the movie is much more emotional, and shows how he got the respect of these high schoolers and changed all their lives for the better. Great movie!!!
Yes, you must see the movie! The movie by itself is an extremely powerful and interesting time capsule for an bygone era. The song is the icing on the cake.
The movie is FANTASTIC. It is my Mom's favorite movie from growing up, and when I was of school age, she shared it with me and it's become one of my most favorite and treasured films. The song gives me chills every time. A beautiful, beautiful film.
Thanks Jamal! Great song/movie/singer! You absolutely MUST watch the movie and perhaps provide a reaction to it as well. Mr Poitier is such an iconic actor/activist and this role is one of those that seems like such a perfect fit. Peace
I saw the movie in the theater when it came out (and I was still young enough to be with my parents). Sidney Poitier was wonderful. If I recall correctly, his character insisted that the students address him and each other as sir/miss, giving them a dignity that they were unaccustomed to. Hope you've seen it by now, J, and can appreciate the song even more.
In the few days between the last day for seniors and graduation, I listened to this song enough times that it made a time warp for me. Now, so many years later, whenever I hear it, I'm transported back to June 1986! Back when I was 17 and the whole world was at my feet. *sigh* 💖
When I saw the movie, I bawled like a baby. Then, when I graduated from grade 8 into grade 9, our teacher meant so much to us, that all the girls cried on our last day. I experienced the gratefulness Lulu had towards her teacher. I know you're going to thoroughly enjoy the movie Jamel. Hey Sista Lisa 👋
One of my favorite singers of all time. She can do anything with that incredible voice. Her version of a Nights in White Satin is incredible. The movie, To Sir With Love, was a family favorite growing up. I learned so much from the movie.
I was around 12 years old when I first heard it in the radio.....& even then I knew I loved it. She's still a pretty good looking woman. Saw her on a PBS special years ago & she's got one of those voices that's gotten better with time. I learned a couple of years ago that she was married to Maurice Gibb.
Yes! You MUST see the film! I first saw it back in the 70's, as a kid, and I was sooooo impressed with it. At such a young age, Poitier ('Mr. Thackeray', aka 'Sir') floored me with his character. When you hear him in interviews, it feels like he didn't have to stretch much to portray this role; he embodied dignity, thoughtfulness, and refinement, without expressing imperiousness. Here's a video-link for the song with beautifully-arranged scenes from the movie. 😊ruclips.net/video/EV1qmmMwc9M/видео.html
I absolutely love this song!! It’s another classic!! I loved the movie too. I seen it when it came out at the theater. My cousin and her boyfriend took me to this movie and I think I was about 10 years old. 😻❤️
The ending was a surprise for me. Sidney was brilliant in that movie, just as Lulu and the others were. You have to see it. Thank you for doing this one.
I love the song and what a movie! Rest in Peace our brother, Sidney. Besides Lulu, there was another rocker in the class as well. Future rocker and actor Michael Des Barres played "Williams." Many know Lulu from the theme song "The Man With The Golden Gun."
@@ChristChickAutistic Yes he was! And Wow! You saw The Power Station? What a lineup they had. I loved them. Finally, Andy Taylor got unleashed to rock out. I remember they were in Miami Vice.
Love To Sir With Love! Brilliant Film ,LOVE the song and Lulu's Performance of it. .Makes me very tearful!!Sidney Poitier is a beautiful man and a Brilliant Actor ,Love that man RIP Sidney ×××Christine Anne Windass, York, England xxx Thanks!!×
To Sir With Love is one of those standout British movies from the late 60s that tried to address long held prejudices still held at that time. If you can track down a stream of it, I think you'll enjoy it. Also check out Up The Junction which was released in the same year. It addresses different issues but is just as powerful. Oh and it has a great soundtrack by Manfred Mann.
Thank you for this reaction! It brought back a childhood memory of me and my cousin up to no good, smoking cigarettes under the coney island boardwalk. Some drunk was laying on a bench above us and he suddenly started singing this song. Me and my cousin spontaneously belted the chorus with him, and he screamed in fright and fell off the bench. I'm dying here just remembering it.
Lulu was also capable of banging them out too. ‘Shout’ is the classic 60s banger from her. She has a great range and is still singing now from time to time on TV shows at 73 years young.
I remember hearing that song around my parents house as a child. I always like it because of the way it sounded. Glad you reviewed it because I haven’t heard it in years and as an adult the words and meaning are remarkable
Please take an hour and a bit to watch the film. It closes the movie and if you think it sounds remarkable here; you will be moved to tears when you see it in the context of the film. Just a tip... Have lots of tissues nearby. You will need them (In a good way!)
This is the shorter version, there's another verse "those awkward years, where did they go, why did they fly away, why is it Sir, children grow up to be people one day..." there are a few more lines in the verse, but the entire song is genius. Another song Lulu sings in the movie is a must "Stealing My Love From Me", it's excellent! Hopefully this link will post ruclips.net/video/FeiOJyytT_8/видео.html
Sir Sidney Poitier was always one of my favorite actors. We have lost one of the all-time greats who showed us what a true star is. Rest In Peace, Sir. With love. And thank you for that wonderful reaction. I have a feeling you’re really gonna love that movie. I have it on dvd, & it’s one that I keep coming back to, & although it was made some 50+ years ago, my kids love it, too. God bless.
There are two pieces of film that will make me cry every single time I see them (and I'm not a crier). The first is the opening sequence to the movie 'Up' and the second is the final scene in 'To Sir With Love' when they present "Sir" with a gift and he is left speechless. Tearing up just thinking about it. Sidney Poitier, you were simply perfect.
Lulu did a brilliant cover of Bowie's " the Man Who Sold the World " in the 70s. This song is a real "goosebump- fest". The moment in the film that brings a lump to your throat. I'd love to see it again. Sidney Poitier was such a great actor, he left us with many wonderful performances. Thanks, Jamel!
Her voice is one of those from my youth like late 60s early 70s that will be stuck in my head until I draw my last breath and that is quite alright with me.
Additionally, relating to the timeframe of the film's release in 1967, it also deals with social and racial issues in inner city schools. In the film, the teacher, portrayed by Poitier is an immigrant from British Guiana to England. So that may add another layer to the movie as well. Lulu also portrays one of the students.
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You should do the five famous MTV videos from David Lee Roth, since he is retiring soon.
1. Goin' Crazy
2. Just like Paradise
3. Yankee Rose
4. Just a Gigolo
5. California Girls
Have tissues on the ready, I'm a 64-year-old man and to this day I still get choked up thinking of that main scene.
If you like those smokey Brit female vocalists...
Sandy Denny with Fairport Convention "Who Knows Where The Time Goes?" Trust me bro she'll steal your heart!
She had a very big career over here🇬🇧..and was the first wife of Maurice Gibb of the Bee Gees.. check out Shout
You can rent the movie on RUclips
Such a heartfelt song and memorable movie. R.I.P. Sidney Poitier.
Hi Michelle, a great actor a great film
beautiful song....todays stuff is JUNK
Amen 🙏 may he rip!
Musicians of the 60s had pure skill. No recording tricks. That bass is pure class.
Odds are the bass player was Carol Kaye...
@@artiemeyer8803 - Likely not Carole Kaye on bass here. This song was written, recorded & produced in London, UK and Lulu is also British. John Paul Jones the bass player from Led Zeppelin, like Jimmy Page the band's guitarists, was one of London's top recording studio session players who also was a musical director & arranger for Mickie Most who produced this track of Lulu's. So, it may very well be Led Zeppelin's bas player on Too Sir With Love.
and deep heart
@@ErnieDouglas Good point. I didn't take into account that it was recorded in the UK.
The drums as well - that simple but effective quarter-note snare beat on the chorus keeps it moving. Most likely the top London session players were on this track, so the drummer was probably either Bobby Graham or Clem Cattini.
When I saw Sidney Poitier in this movie, I was a little girl. To see a teacher make such a difference in the lives of his students, inspired me to become a teacher when I grew up. And I have been for over 30 years. I teach Pre-K. I never had a dad growing up, but if I could choose my father, Sidney Poitier would be my choice. I mourne the loss of him as if he was family. I've never felt like that from any other celebrity. His memoir that he wrote " The Measure of a Man" is everything all man and woman should read.
Yes! I read that too! My respect for him grew even more.
Rose, it's amazing that this movie inspired you to teach. Sidney Poitier was an extraordinary person and wonderful actor. I love "Lillies of the Field", he and the Mother Superior are kindred spirits, but are constantly challenging each other, and are both changed by the friendship. I'm sure that they will have a day of tribute to Mr. Poitier on TCM soon, and I will be watching. I haven't seen all of his films yet.
I live and work in Hollywood and am at the studios quite often. I had to be at one real early once. Once I got checked in, I left the sound stage to walk down to the rest room. On the way back, I see Sidney Poitier on a balcony leaning on the guard rail, just staring down at the empty lot. I walk by, made eye and he raised his chin, as to say 'hello'. I smiled and just sorta shook my head. Just me and Sidney back there on that lot, no one else at that time; and he was wearing a suit just like in HEAT OF THE NIGHT. The only other time I got chills was working with Ann Margret.
Thank you for such a beautiful reply.... You said it all... I grew up like you...
He's the best. I was 8 when I saw it. Best movie
They called their teacher Sir, and he taught them a lot about growing up. this song was their graduation gift to him.
You are going LOVE this movie, "To Sir With Love" when you see it!
It's like a good book you can keep coming back and watching again and again.
I really loved Sidney Poitier in this movie, even when he's not saying anything, you can "see" how he is feeling/thinking in any particular scene.
Truly he was a great actor.
This song and Lulu's singing will be in your head for DAYS after! Enjoy when you see the movie. 😊💖
Amen!
Absolutely! He played the role flawlessly.
Pure class.
I was given the book to read in Jr. High. This was based on a true story.
Poitier was the man! Always loved him!
RIP Sidney Poitier! Do not underestimate LuLu's voice as "easy listening" She can pack a punch with that voice! LuLu sang the theme song to the James Bond movie 'Man with the Golden Gun" You should listen to that and see that LuLu can sing easy and she can belt also!
Yay for Scottish lassies with powerful voices! Annie Lennox is another one.
@@JimiBurleigh YES I agree! I love Annie Lennox especially when she had that duet with Aretha Franklin "Sisters are Doing it For Themselves"!
She can really pack a punch with her voice.
Especially with SHOUT, which was before to sir with love.
@@limbdog YES!
@@JimiBurleigh And Amy MacDonald!
Lulu has a very beautiful voice & still tours now. She sounds as good in her 70s as she did back then at 19. It's amazing that her voice has held up like it has.
I can't listen to this song without getting all misty eyed!
I strongly recommend this movie! It is about a very conscientious teacher that takes on teaching a class of misfits and hoods. Kids from the lower social class in England.
The really cool thing about it, to me is that although the teacher is a black man the movie is not about race, but rather class inequities in England which used to be horrible!
Sydney Poitier got the leading role but it could have gone to anyone regardless of race! That, in itself makes this movie very special to me and is a credit to the legacy of that man.
boosuedon - Yes !!! Thank you for your heartfelt sweet thoughts...
I was new in the Military in 1967; (Vietnam & the Cold War); we represented ALL Nationalities , and we were ALL Brothers in a Family...
Loved seeing that movie back then !!! Tears of joy...
No one will ever replace Sydney Poitier....Think about all the good he is doing on the other side... Yeah...
God Bless you and yours, boosuedon !
Fran Danco
I like your comment. However, the film is based on a book written by a black author, E. R. Braithwaite, about his experiences teaching in a tough English school. So, Poitier's skin colour mattered for that reason. But not, as you say, anything to do with tackling racism. Although, I believe that he did encounter it, it's not the focus of his story.
Look up Braithwaite - he was pretty interesting.
O yes being a black man it always bring tears to my eyes what a amazing song this is sing Lulu 🎯💯💯
Ditto
Yeah. Jamel..It primarily is The Character,Played By Lulu, Pretty much SINGING her gratitude towards Thackery for improving her life,and helping her give herself Her own Self respect... The Gratitude from the song Touched my heart deeply,and as a Major-League Empathetic person,the feeling of Gratitude that came from the song touched me,and Little baby me cried from the deep feeling of such gratitude....I know guys do not usually think crying is a bit of Sissy-Action...But it`s better to care,than to be a uncaring ass,lol!
Lulu began her career in the UK before becoming internationally known. She had a big hit with the song "To Sir With Love" from the 1967 film, which she also starred in with Sidney Poitier. She also did the title song to the 1974 James Bond film "The Man With The Golden Gun". She also did the songs "Boom Bang-a-Bang", "Shout", "Leave A Little Love", "Try To Understand", "The Boat That I Row", "Oh Me Oh My (I'm A Fool For You Baby)", "I Could Never Miss You (More Than I Do)" etc. Lulu was married at one time to Maurice Gibb of the Bee Gees.
To Sir With Love is a very good movie. Teaches about respect. I was a little kid when it came out andthe song has always been a favorite of mine. Love LuLu's voice.
Her and Maurice did a duet of "First of May" a BeeGees song from the 1960s😊
My favorite LuLu song is "Morning Dew".
She was on T.V. with Jules Holland at new year ,she still has that soulful bluesy voice, she belted out her first big hit SHOUT among others.
@@barblessable she still looks and sounds great, takes me back to my early days back in the 60's, my late mother was a big fan of Sidney poitier.
Used to love this movie as a kid in the 90s. Forever holds a place in my heart 🥰
The movies “To Sir With Love” & “Born Free” are 2 of my favorite movies of my childhood.
To this day, this song STILL gives me goosebumps.
RIP Sidney Poitier.
Although those two are on my list, also, the theme from "The Prime of Miss Jean Brodie" was a favorite for me, too. That's most likely because it references "Bonnie Jean" which was my mother's name. (I know the Bonnie refers to the Scotish word for pretty but hey, I was a kid. lol)
Did you ever read the book Born Free? It’s wonderful. I remember it having a lot of photos of the lion cubs! 🥰
This was the perfect song to say bye to the great Sidney Poitier who passed last week.
I also recommend you watch A Patch of Blue, Lilies of the Field and Guess Who's Coming to Dinner.
Don't forget, " In The Heat Of The Night" Mini .
@@barblessable I felt like most people know about In the Heat of the Night so I didn't name it.
"They call me MISTER Tibbs" is a famous line people should never forget. It's from the sequel to ITHOTN.
Patch of Blue and To Sir, With Love are my favorites, but he did so many powerful movies
@@minilea144 Yep ,I remember that scene and that line .
This is the perfect song for Poitier.
If you think it’s moving just hearing the song, wait til you see it in context of the movie! You’ll have tears in your eyes.
I always do!
Yes, absolutely!
So true I watched it the other day on a reaction channel.I was crying afterwards when the song came on 😢
It always does. I just watched this movie again last weekend.
As I do every time I have heard this song since I saw it in the movie in 1967.
This is my all time favorite Sydney Poitier movie !! Lulu sings this beautifully !! And Judy Geeson had the most beautiful lips ever !! If you haven't seen it you should !! True Classic !! 👍👍
It moves me to tears every time, remembering how this movie ended. It was so touching and meaningful. I hope you enjoy watching the movie. Lulu ♡ what a voice
Sidney Poitier's contribution to cinema is immeasurable. To Sir with Love, Guess Who's Coming to Dinner, Lilies of the Field, A Raisin in the Sun are all worth your time. He was a so important on so many levels.
In The Heat Of The Night. That's my favorite
and my all time favorite; IN THE HEAT OF THE NIGHT
For Love Of Ivy. One of this best! The first on screen love scene between 2 african americans. His costar was Abby Lincoln.
And also the poignant, Patch Of Blue with late co-star Lisa Hartman. In it Poitier office worker meets a young blind. They form a close friendship girl.
* Office worker Poitier meets a young blind girl and forms a close friendship.
Thank you, *Lisa,* for turning your brother on to this phenomenal tune, and leaving this 61 year old brother misty eyed as I reminisce about the song, the movie and the late Sir, brother *Sidney Poitier*
This song ALWAYS gets into my emotions. Powerful.
They found the perfect artist to sing this song. She does a magnificent job on it.
There are certain movies about teachers that are so memorable and To Sir With Love is one of them. I'd put it right up there with Goodbye Mr. Chips. And it is based on a true story with the amazing Sidney Poitier in the lead.
Yes, love Goodbye Mr. Chips.
Don't forget "Dead Poets Society" and "Stand and Deliver."
@@leomarshall4059 The Robert Donat version!!! Not the regrettable O'Toole remake, please.
he was called sir by his students. they came to respect him for what he brought into lives.
From what I know in England that's what you call teachers
In Scotland, we addressed our teachers as Sir or Miss.
The vulnerability In Lulu’s voice made this song such a classic! Haunting!
You’ve for sure have to see the film To Sir With Love. I cry every time Lulu sings it to Sidney Poitier’s character. Such a great film!
While being a beautiful song, melodically, the movie shows that it is also a song about bridging barriers, and respect. Mister Poitier was perfectly cast, as a classy gentleman, like yourself, who, however, is charged with teaching a class of white folks with not so much class, but who, through his example, learn to be good people. On and off screen, he was an exemplary human being. Let us know how you liked the movie. Love the song. Thanks again.
Movie was fantastic, Lulu has always been great , along with a handful of British female singers, Dusty Springfield, and Sandy Shaw also are part of that group
DEFINITELY a must watch! Impressed me the first time I saw it in 1967, at age 14, and again when I watched it about 3 or 4 yrs ago! A timeless classic.
My father was a teacher for decades, and loved this movie. Sidney Poitier was so good in it. He carried himself regally. He will be missed greatly.
So sorry for your loss praying for your healing and may he rip! Great movie 🍿
@@barbaramelville6320 thank you for your kindness and prayers! 🙏
You've got to see the movie to understand what she is singing about, but here's the close-to ending part but you still have to watch the movie to understand even that ending. I loved it and still do. Love that song to. RIP Sidney Poitier. ruclips.net/video/nXaEf4ktpPA/видео.html
Beautiful song! I was just a child and I wonder if I'd ever have a teacher like that. I eventually saw the movie and how amazing was Sidney Poitier! RIP sir! 🙏
Life was so different in the 60's.
That song brings me to tears every time! I love this film 💕
yeah, me too
Lulu is a legend, still going strong performing and looking fantastic in her 70's
I’ve always loved this movie. I hope Mr. Poitier’s passing will inspire a new generation to explore his work. An amazing talent and a generous human being! He gave us a great gift!
The movie is pure gold. This always moves me because i taught the "type" of students reflected in the movie for years. Unfortunately we as teachers do't always see our results or how we may have touched a students life.
I remember as a kid going swimming at the local YMCA and somebody would always have a transistor radio going in the locker room. This song was always on. It brings me back to that era every time I hear it. It was a musical blessing to have grown up in the 60s and 70s.
I have the movie on DVD, after I wore out my VHS. I also have the book, a true story, that the movie is based on. The song is my all-time favorite song; I fell in love with it when it first came out when I was about 2 or 3. My brother told me that whenever the song came on the radio I would run for the stereo to listen to it. I even sang it at a school talent show! I'm 57 now and it's STILL my favorite song. I still have the original 45. Even listening to it now, I get the same "goosies" as if hearing it for the first time.
Lulu is from Glasgow, Scotland. She played the tough girl in TSWL. She has a real soulful voice- not necessarily showcased in this song! You gotta see the movie! Cool teacher wins over hardened blue collar kids. There’s another video of this that shows scenes from the movie to give you an idea.
You can rent it on Amazon Prime.
Free on demand from OWN.
I so loved this movie and Lulu. It's a beautiful message that will continue to span many generations. I was a teenager when "To Sir With Love" was released. (Lulu is my age now and is still beautiful) That song affected me in so many wonderful ways as it does to this day. I now have a grand daughter who is graduating from high school next week. We plan to watch this together. It is definitely a must see film I believe it's streaming on Amazon Prime. Bring tissues.
I remember seeing the movie on TV as a girl. I recall the teens in the movie being less than enthused with school and life. Until their new teacher shows up! Great movie that illustrates how one person can change the lives of others. I had not heard this song in decades...gave me full chills! Thanks Lisa for suggesting the song to our man Jamal!
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Great song from a great movie. Rest well Mr. Poitier.
We lost a classy one, didn't we?
@@Meditech509 Sure did. Quite a man.
@@Meditech509 You said it, "CLASS!"💜
I first saw this movie when I was a little girl. The song is great, but Mr. Poitier never failed to blow my mind with his brilliance.
Bravo Sir ~ RIP 👑
Just watched “Lilies of the field” today which I saw at the theater when I was nine! Mr. Poitier gave us so much! We were blessed to have him☮️❤️
My favorite Sidney Poitier movie. His relationship with the head nun 😊 " Amen."
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@@davidvornsand6054 Tremendous movie.I haven't seen it in over 20 years,but remember it like it was yesterday.It has stayed in my memory. Very highly recommend it.
Good Lord! Lulu could have sung me to sleep every night. Such a great and wonderful talent, and what a movie, what a song. You gotta see it.
One of my favorite songs, and movies. Sidney Poitier was fantastic in it. I always get tears in my eyes when I hear this song, as a teacher, he taught her so much while she was his student. Mellow, beautiful, meaningful... I could listen to Lulu forever! You can probably get the movie on Amazon pretty cheap...
Great song, great movie. Sidney was amazing in that role. Thank you.
I watched the movie on Own, the other night. It's a great movie, and I remember going to the movies to see this with my family back in 1967. LuLu was once married to Maurice Gibb of the Bee Gees.
It was 19 years ago, yesterday, that Maurice Gibb passed away.
@@mirandaanderson9160 damn that’s right!!! RIP MAURICE AND SYDNEY!!
You must see Lulu sing To Sir With Love on the American Idol. She blows the roof off the building 40 years later. Lulu did not get recognition she deserved in the United States. She had a #1 hit for weeks in 1967, 1968 with To Sir With Love in America. Over in Europe, she had Top 40 hits in the 60s,70s,80s,90s, and 2000s. I've seen her perform in New York City twice 2013 and 2015 and met her. She still got the voice and is a sweet lady.
I grew up singing along with Lulu and everyone really appreciated Poitier, here in Hong Kong. Thanks for reacting and helping more people appreciate.
To Sir With Love and Lillies of the field. Great movies! Check out "Amen" in Lillies. Great tune
YESSS. I loved those movies when I was in middle school.
It happened again -- every time I hear that song I cry. It's a wonderful movie.
me too.
This is one of my absolute favorite movies of all time. I've probably seen it over 25 times. I had to watch it again the day I heard that Sidney Poitier passed. Such a wonderful actor and all around beautiful person.
The movie is excellent! When she sings this to him, anyone with a pulse would tear up. The last scene is also very strong. An all time favorite movie and song of mine.
Lulu is a legend. "Shout" was a banger. Plus she does a great job of playing "herself" as a recurring character in the 90s Brit Sitcom Absolutely Fabulous.
she is so funny in Ab Fab!
I've always loved this song. Takes me back to childhood and listening to my older sisters' records (this being one of them).
When you watch the movie it will put the whole song into context. Amazing groundbreaking classic!
If it has not already been mentioned, both Jimmy Page and John Paul Jones from Led Zep are playing on this track. They were both session musicians b4 LZ. JPJ also wrote the string arrangement. 👍🏽👍🏽 RIP Sidney.
Classic film. Oldie, but great
I love Lulu's voice. I love her song "Oh me, Oh my. I'm a Fool For You Baby". Thank you for all you do!! 🤍🤍
Me too!!
@@carolbradshaw9646 That's awesome!! "To Sir With Love" and "I'm a Fool For You, Baby" remind me of my childhood. Her voice is amazing too!!
Sidney was a teacher at a London school back in 1967.The students were not learning until Sidney came along.They were wild and unruly.They also gave Sidney a hard time too in the beginning.You will like this movie.Sidney was fantastic.👍❤
A timeless and of its time classic - that gorgeous arrangement echoes Burt Bacharach & Phil Spector's 'Wall of Sound'. Her vocals are buttery soft and sweet. Yes you need to see the film too.
You must watch the movie!!! You ll love the song even more!! Great choice! We love you Sidney!,
I found it on RUclips TV. The heat of the night is also a Sydney favorite. To sir with love came out when I was 5th grade. huge memories of my childhood. Sidney was a favorite as a child.
Lulu sang this song perfectly. It was a number 1 hit on the radio during the summer of 1967, and I never got tired of hearing it although they played it almost constantly. I would stop whatever I was doing and just listen to her perfect pitch, voice control, and emotion..I still get emotional, myself, when I hear it! Thank you so much, Jamal!
Such a beautiful song, and Lulu has such a great voice. 🥰
The video with clips from the movie is much more emotional, and shows how he got the respect of these high schoolers and changed all their lives for the better. Great movie!!!
Agreed
Yes, you must see the movie! The movie by itself is an extremely powerful and interesting time capsule for an bygone era. The song is the icing on the cake.
The movie is FANTASTIC. It is my Mom's favorite movie from growing up, and when I was of school age, she shared it with me and it's become one of my most favorite and treasured films. The song gives me chills every time. A beautiful, beautiful film.
This is the song that a young woman should dance with her dad at her wedding ❤️
My son played this for the Mother/Son dance at his wedding ♥️♥️♥️♥️
Thanks Jamal!
Great song/movie/singer!
You absolutely MUST watch the movie and perhaps provide a reaction to it as well.
Mr Poitier is such an iconic actor/activist and this role is one of those that seems like such a perfect fit.
Peace
I saw the movie in the theater when it came out (and I was still young enough to be with my parents). Sidney Poitier was wonderful. If I recall correctly, his character insisted that the students address him and each other as sir/miss, giving them a dignity that they were unaccustomed to. Hope you've seen it by now, J, and can appreciate the song even more.
He was to be addressed as Mr. Thackeray or Sir. Girls were to be addressed as Miss and boys were to be addressed by their last names (as adults)
In the few days between the last day for seniors and graduation, I listened to this song enough times that it made a time warp for me. Now, so many years later, whenever I hear it, I'm transported back to June 1986! Back when I was 17 and the whole world was at my feet. *sigh* 💖
If you haven t seen the movie you should. I m glad to see that your generation still can enjoy this music.
The movie "To Sir With Love" might be on Prime or Apple TV. Another fantastic movie with young Sidney Poiter is "A Raisin in the Sun" (1961).
He was such a good actor! I saw almost all his movies.
When I saw the movie, I bawled like a baby. Then, when I graduated from grade 8 into grade 9, our teacher meant so much to us, that all the girls cried on our last day. I experienced the gratefulness Lulu had towards her teacher. I know you're going to thoroughly enjoy the movie Jamel. Hey Sista Lisa 👋
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One of my favorite singers of all time. She can do anything with that incredible voice. Her version of a Nights in White Satin is incredible. The movie, To Sir With Love, was a family favorite growing up. I learned so much from the movie.
Lulu deed in de jaren 60 nog met het songfestival mee!!! Goede stem!!!💃🎹🎸🎹🎸🥁🥁🪘🪘🪗🎧🇱🇺
I was around 12 years old when I first heard it in the radio.....& even then I knew I loved it. She's still a pretty good looking woman. Saw her on a PBS special years ago & she's got one of those voices that's gotten better with time. I learned a couple of years ago that she was married to Maurice Gibb.
Yes! You MUST see the film! I first saw it back in the 70's, as a kid, and I was sooooo impressed with it. At such a young age, Poitier ('Mr. Thackeray', aka 'Sir') floored me with his character. When you hear him in interviews, it feels like he didn't have to stretch much to portray this role; he embodied dignity, thoughtfulness, and refinement, without expressing imperiousness.
Here's a video-link for the song with beautifully-arranged scenes from the movie. 😊ruclips.net/video/EV1qmmMwc9M/видео.html
I absolutely love this song!! It’s another classic!! I loved the movie too. I seen it when it came out at the theater. My cousin and her boyfriend took me to this movie and I think I was about 10 years old. 😻❤️
The ending was a surprise for me. Sidney was brilliant in that movie, just as Lulu and the others were. You have to see it. Thank you for doing this one.
Should also play, "It's getting Harder" from the Mindbenders that was also in the movie. You get to watch Sidney Dancing fast to this son.
Yes...Great song, great scene
I love the song and what a movie! Rest in Peace our brother, Sidney. Besides Lulu, there was another rocker in the class as well. Future rocker and actor Michael Des Barres played "Williams." Many know Lulu from the theme song "The Man With The Golden Gun."
Really? I didn't know Des Barres was in it! I saw Power Station back in the day, and he was their touring singer.
@@ChristChickAutistic Yes he was! And Wow! You saw The Power Station? What a lineup they had. I loved them. Finally, Andy Taylor got unleashed to rock out. I remember they were in Miami Vice.
Love To Sir With Love! Brilliant Film ,LOVE the song and Lulu's Performance of it.
.Makes me very tearful!!Sidney Poitier is a beautiful man and a Brilliant Actor ,Love that man RIP Sidney ×××Christine Anne Windass, York, England xxx Thanks!!×
Scottish singer Lulu was born Marie McDonald McLaughlin Lawrie. She's still with us at age 73 as of this writing.
To Sir With Love is one of those standout British movies from the late 60s that tried to address long held prejudices still held at that time. If you can track down a stream of it, I think you'll enjoy it. Also check out Up The Junction which was released in the same year. It addresses different issues but is just as powerful. Oh and it has a great soundtrack by Manfred Mann.
Thank you for this reaction! It brought back a childhood memory of me and my cousin up to no good, smoking cigarettes under the coney island boardwalk. Some drunk was laying on a bench above us and he suddenly started singing this song. Me and my cousin spontaneously belted the chorus with him, and he screamed in fright and fell off the bench. I'm dying here just remembering it.
She has a beautiful voice. I love the beauty of how her voice sounds when she holds out a note.
Lulu was also capable of banging them out too. ‘Shout’ is the classic 60s banger from her. She has a great range and is still singing now from time to time on TV shows at 73 years young.
I remember hearing that song around my parents house as a child. I always like it because of the way it sounded. Glad you reviewed it because I haven’t heard it in years and as an adult the words and meaning are remarkable
Please take an hour and a bit to watch the film. It closes the movie and if you think it sounds remarkable here; you will be moved to tears when you see it in the context of the film.
Just a tip... Have lots of tissues nearby. You will need them (In a good way!)
This is the shorter version, there's another verse "those awkward years, where did they go, why did they fly away, why is it Sir, children grow up to be people one day..." there are a few more lines in the verse, but the entire song is genius. Another song Lulu sings in the movie is a must "Stealing My Love From Me", it's excellent! Hopefully this link will post ruclips.net/video/FeiOJyytT_8/видео.html
Sir Sidney Poitier was always one of my favorite actors. We have lost one of the all-time greats who showed us what a true star is. Rest In Peace, Sir. With love.
And thank you for that wonderful reaction. I have a feeling you’re really gonna love that movie. I have it on dvd, & it’s one that I keep coming back to, & although it was made some 50+ years ago, my kids love it, too.
God bless.
I grew up in the 60's. Loved the movie and this song gives me chills every time I hear it. Thanks for posting.
There are two pieces of film that will make me cry every single time I see them (and I'm not a crier). The first is the opening sequence to the movie 'Up' and the second is the final scene in 'To Sir With Love' when they present "Sir" with a gift and he is left speechless. Tearing up just thinking about it. Sidney Poitier, you were simply perfect.
Best movie, best cast with the best leading man and best song ever! You must watch.
Lulu did a brilliant cover of Bowie's " the Man Who Sold the World " in the 70s.
This song is a real "goosebump- fest". The moment in the film that brings a lump to your throat. I'd love to see it again. Sidney Poitier was such a great actor, he left us with many wonderful performances.
Thanks, Jamel!
Her voice is one of those from my youth like late 60s early 70s that will be stuck in my head until
I draw my last breath and that is quite alright with me.
Additionally, relating to the timeframe of the film's release in 1967, it also deals with social and racial issues in inner city schools. In the film, the teacher, portrayed by Poitier is an immigrant from British Guiana to England. So that may add another layer to the movie as well. Lulu also portrays one of the students.
It does indeed Mike, it’s raison d’etre.
Its on Amazon Prime to rent. To Sir with Love is one of my favorite movies
Singer since the 1960's and still going, originally from Scotland, I think Glasgow, also the first wife of Maurice Gibb from the Bee Gees
This is legitimately a top 5 melody EVER. And her performance is absolutely stunning.