Charles ‘Silky’ Johnson born on May 15, 1939, in Detroit Michigan) was a soul singer whose life journey was as captivating as his music. Before stepping into the spotlight, Silky made a name for himself on the streets of Detroit as a charismatic pimp, known for his sharp wit, smooth talk, and impeccable style. Draped in tailored suits and exuding confidence, Silky was a natural storyteller, a skill that would later define his music. But by the mid-1960s, disillusionment with his lifestyle and a yearning for change led him to trade the streets for the stage. In 1967, Silky released his debut single, “Popped Out the P** a Pimp,” a soulful meditation on redemption and self-worth that struck a chord with audiences. It showcased his ability to blend the swagger of his past with the vulnerability of his newfound purpose. While his career slowed in the late 1970s, his impact on the soul genre remained undeniable. Silky Johnson’s story-from streetwise hustler to soulful storyteller-continues to inspire, reminding fans of the power of reinvention and the enduring magic of music born from real-life experience.
The memories that this song brings back is crazy! My late grandfather would play this everytime he came home late & my gmom questioned "where he'd been?"
Charles ‘Silky’ Johnson born on May 15, 1939, in Detroit Michigan) was a soul singer whose life journey was as captivating as his music. Before stepping into the spotlight, Silky made a name for himself on the streets of Detroit as a charismatic pimp, known for his sharp wit, smooth talk, and impeccable style. Draped in tailored suits and exuding confidence, Silky was a natural storyteller, a skill that would later define his music. But by the mid-1960s, disillusionment with his lifestyle and a yearning for change led him to trade the streets for the stage. In 1967, Silky released his debut single, “Popped Out the P** a Pimp,” a soulful meditation on redemption and self-worth that struck a chord with audiences. It showcased his ability to blend the swagger of his past with the vulnerability of his newfound purpose. While his career slowed in the late 1970s, his impact on the soul genre remained undeniable. Silky Johnson’s story-from streetwise hustler to soulful storyteller-continues to inspire, reminding fans of the power of reinvention and the enduring magic of music born from real-life experience.
detroit 😂
When did he die?
@@Kryptopunk2007 when that girl touched his phone... it all went down, like james brown
@@Kryptopunk2007he still alive
My father an him useto sing together back in the day they also useto sell tapes in the back of the lac
I was raised on Silky's music. Thanks for keeping his spirit alive.
That’s my Dad🥲 Missed him everyday of my life, may he rest in peace. He inspired me more than he’ll ever know.
Automatically a classic 👌
Yea I’m bumpin this fosho 😭😭
I think I heard this once on the Weather Channel local forecast growing up.
Listening to his smooth jazz music since 1979, when I was born...
Same!
'79 was a good year.
🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾
Yes ma'am 79 baby
That has to be the greatest line ever conceived. Ghetto Shakespeare level. ❤ Damn!
Hahah thanks man
And another one!🔥 🔥 🔥
bro, hilarious.. thank you again
Appreciate it as always fam 🙏🏾🙌🏾
Johnny Guitar Watson would approve. 👌🏽
Ima need these on apple music and spotify frfr
I never ever heard of this dude before I have a lot to learn about the old school pimp music 🎶 🎵
😂😂😂😂😂😂
My grandad used to play this when we were kids. Him and nan would dance around the front room while we would jump around them. Memories
hahahha 😂
😂😂
How 🤔 it’s AI 🧢’er
@@YaFavNjkingno shit, genius 😅
The memories that this song brings back is crazy! My late grandfather would play this everytime he came home late & my gmom questioned "where he'd been?"
I remember cleanin' up on Saturday mornings and Mama Love was playin some Silky. Shiiiiid. I been lookin for dis man. 😂😂😂😂
Been on loop in my head all damn day.
Yeaaa maneeeee 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥
Where was these tracks when I was mackin
Make again my brother
I luv it!❤
My gawddd this a classic
Love it you got me spaced outta ma head ....
You a fool for this one😂😂
Are these songs are on Spotify?
I need to be able to post this shit on my IG stories & posts 🤦🏿
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These were the good ol days when a broad was seen but not heard. Man I miss those days.
About to pull out the whisky and a blunt!!!
Yawl dont know nuffin bout no silky man 💯💯💯💯 only the real remember this iykyk
🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥😎😎😎😎😎
0:54 GASLIGHTING HOSE SINCE '62🎶🎵🎶😤
Brah are there links to download this. I would definitely buy this.
Nah where @juicyJ at for the remix and sample 😂😭
Gaslighting since 62...Classic!
😂 This AI shyt C-R-A-Z-Y!!! Lol!
😂😂😂😂
Someone's playing this in Diddys prison cell.
Is it supposed to be Detroit limp ?
LoL I just noticed that myself cuz I never paid attention to the lyrics on the screen. It's supposed to be Pimp.
😂😂😂
Ai created songs
Britney Spears Toxic
I think I lost brain cells listening to this mess 😂😂😂😂
Funny ass hell
Detroit limp 😂😂
Dad?