Beautiful song in honor of bass player Ron LaPread's wife who passed away after having become ill when she had joined the band on tour. After they got home she was diagnosed with cancer and when Ron was at his piano Cathy came and worked out the melody of the song with him. He took back to the band and they asked what was it called and he simply told them (sic) "It's like, you know, Zoom.
Man, this song transports me back to my cousins and I, playing iin the project hallways on a Friday, while my Mom and Pops hosted a fish fry/spades game. When all the families knew, respected and protected one another. This was one of my Mom's favorites...may her soul continue to rest easy!❤
Its odd that youre reacting to this song, today of all days. This was one of my mother's favorite songs. It was a reminder of her sister, who died too soon, as did my mother. Today is my mother's birthday. So, Im happy and sad. Thank you.
This was my all time favorite Commodores song! Big time stress reliever for me. Great lyrics. "I wish the world was truly happy, living as one. I wish the word they call freedom, someday would come". Zoom, Zoom baby.
I know you feeling this Zoooom Ashley. Lionel is a master at song writing…brilliant! 73 yrs young and it’s as if I just heard it for the first time. Love how you appreciate this oldies music.
This is precisely why taking music out of children's educational development in school is one of the the worst things this society ever did. To itself.
@@Fruit17-ip4vl I never learned to play a musical instrument. I didn't know it at the time--but, what my 8th grade Music Appreciation teacher taught me about the specifics of music?...would enhance my enjoyment of the "listening" experience. I learned about pitch; keys; harmony; timing; chord progression; etc. Basics that also taught me how to pinpoint the things that I liked--AND DISLIKED about the music I heard. This learning process taught me patience, when confronted with new musical genres. If you're not taught the essential "basics" of music---you'll be extremely limited in terms of what you'll be able to understand about the music you hear. Also, having a sense of what the basics (pitch; harmony; key) are gives you a sense of what they DO; and how they work to produce the music you enjoy. This knowledge gives you a broader vocabulary in which to describe what you are actually hearing. This is precisely why so much of today's "pop" music sounds essentially the same. Yeah...they sell millions more records; but, the quality of the music just isn't there. This is also why when these "kids" grow out of adolescence?--they're digging through their parents music collection. They're thirsty. And, they don't even know what they're thirsty for. If a person has a limited vocabulary, there's only so far they can go--as they attempt to describe what they're actually thinking. You don't have to be able to play music to possess a vocabulary that allows you to describe what excites you about it. But---having an awareness of what a "musical palette" consists of gives you more tools, (words) to describe precisely what you're hearing. Personally, (with the exception for jazz)...I don't see R&B being elevated in a way that is adding onto what has already been created in the past. And it really makes me sad. (Sorry for the rant.)
A very intelligent rant! The music of our generation still has staying power! I am glad that the young people are discovering these oldies and goodies! 😎❤️
When they came on the scene with "Slippery When Wet" and followed that up with "Fancy Dancer", and "Brick House" the music scene was turning from Funk to Disco.
This was my Dads favorite song. He use to walk around and just sing the 'zoom' part all the time. Drove my mom crazy. One of my favorite memories of him He passed when I was 9.
Ok niece. Please react to both Lionel Richie/Kenny Roger's sing "Lady" as a duo. Lionel Richie is underestimated as an artist/songwriter. Lionel/Commadores were/are extremely talented singer/musicians. Let's put some respect on there name 🖤🖤🖤. I recommend that you dive into their discography. Chef's kiss 💋
It's great to see you react to this song, it's one of Lionel Ritchie's best vocal performances. Another one of their songs that doesn't get much traction and is amazing is called "Jesus is Love", I'm not a religious person, but everything about that song is fantastic!
Mrs Ashley maam....there is a story behind this song...google it one day and play it at the same time....1977 I was a junior in high school. You will love it more after the story.❤🔥
Yo, I just read it & I'm blown away. Thank you for sharing that info on the song. It already meant a lot to me because of my mom. It was her favorite Commodores song & it became mine as well. Since she passed in 2021, I listen to it as if she's sitting with me enjoying it, too. Now, this song means even more to!
@@TheAzbrother I appreciate it. It's getting closer to the anniversary of her death & I get kinda down around this time of year. She passed suddenly at 63 two days before my birthday. Your comment is uplifting & positive. I thank you again 👑
I have always loved the Commodores, they are from my home state. Lionel Richie is a fantastic singer/songwriter! They have so many great hits and this is one of my favorites, along with Still, Easy, Brick House, and many more!!💖💖
Message songs have been around forever. It was in the 60’s and 70’s that they proliferated to the masses. Try Curtis Mayfield- Just a little bit of love.
Another band you may want to check out is an Australian band called The Little River Band. I recommend 1. HELP IS ON THE WAY (1977 live), 2. Lonesome Loser (1979 live), and 3. TAKE IT EADY ON ME (live). Great live band.
This is a feel good song. Holds a special place in my heart. Heard playing on the radio the night before my father’s passing. I heard the writer of the song had a similar experience
Thank you, Ashley, for reacting to this song. Please also react to Bobby Goldsboro 1968 song: "Honey", which was his biggest hit in 1968, a tearjerker about the death of a man's young wife. The song, written by Bobby Russell, was recorded in one take. It became the largest-selling record in the world for 1968 and topped the Hot 100 for five weeks.
This song was written by Commodore bass player, Ron LaPread for his wife Cathy, who was diagnosed with cancer. Ron started writing the song and Lionel Ritchie finished it. His wife Cathy did pass from cancer.
LOVE the Commodores! It started out with Lionel Ritchie. You've probably heard him as a single artist. He & the group came from Tuskegee, Alabama University.
I did research of this song and it actually about one of the band member's girlfriend at the time who was 23 yrs old who passed away and I think part of this song was made for her and she help with part of the arrangement of the song, that why this song is so beautiful
Songs back then were played by true musicians, not a computer. My friends and I would sit back and just chill listening to different song all evening.🎶🎤😊
They played their instruments too. Now that was a characteristic of MOST bands then. I see Easy-E back there & Prince. He definately a favorite of mine. His sexuality was always at question? I didn't feel that way!!! All I know he kissed me when I jumped on stage. it took me 1 week to wash that side of my face!!! I loved him!!!
Notice Ashley said woo at about the 6 minute mark not knowing that Lionel had an ad lib woo coming up at the 6:11 mark. I also like the way that she loses it at the 5:32 mark.
Zoom is one of my favorite songs by the Commodores. But you gotta check out Just to be close to you 100% classic by the way I love your reactions keep up the good work!
It's a running joke that White fans of the Commodores have never heard this song. Black listeners have always loved this song. Lionel Richie just started adding this song on his recent solo tour and would laugh when the White attendees looked confused, but the Black fans knew every word to the song. Then he would explain that it was an album cut played regularly on Black radio, but not on White pop stations.😂
Yes. This was a time when radio was still segregated. Yes...America DOES have a history of shameful behaviors. But, some people don't wanna talk about any history; unless it presents America in a positive light.
@@possumslim3420 No country is a utopia, not one on this planet. America has had dark times,but we got better IN SPITE OF IT. Besides, it can't be that horrible when people from some of the most oppressive nations risk their lives to come here. Music is one way where many of us can find common ground.
Another contribution to the cause.. "Could You Be Loved" -- the late, great Bob Marley "Black Magic Woman " -- Carlos Santana "Flamingo" -- Lee Morgan in trumpet 🎺 Instrumental. Not sure it fits your YT reactions channel but judging from your reactions so far, I think you'll enjoy this.
my parents''' use to play this at our family picnic,s when we was little kid,s and me ' cousin,s ' auntie,s everybody'' and then once a year the neiblorhood block club wood closed the street off 'Jam this ' along whit a song call; Slide''''' and the best of our love''''''''''and boogie oogie,oogie , whit the isley,s Take me to the next phase''' oh well '
I’m telling my age but oh well…the 70s was about the musical groups/bands. Maze! WAR! The Commodores! They made good music! They had to because of the 8 track. There was no rewinding lol! You had to sit and listen to the whole 8 track!
CLASSIC!!
great song!
I had this 8 track as a teen. Wore it out!!❤
Zoom is one of my favorite songs. The lyrics🔥🔥🔥
I love watching folks appreciating good music
The BEST song of the Summer '77. I'd just graduated high school and turned 18. The BEST Summer ever🤗
Me too!!
I'd just been born in April!❤
My mom saw them live in July 1977 and this song was the showstopper. She talked about it the rest of her life!
I was right behind you guys 1978
And I'm right behind ALL of you:
1979.
The end of a decade.
My prom slow-dance song?:
Cameo..."Sparkle"
"I may be just a foolish dreamer, but I don't care!" Damn, I miss my momma... 😢
Beautiful song in honor of bass player Ron LaPread's wife who passed away after having become ill when she had joined the band on tour. After they got home she was diagnosed with cancer and when Ron was at his piano Cathy came and worked out the melody of the song with him. He took back to the band and they asked what was it called and he simply told them (sic) "It's like, you know, Zoom.
Why did I know you would be swaying by the end? 😂 Lionel Ritchie killed these lead vocals! The rest of The Commodores did too! 🦾
Yup😬
Man, this song transports me back to my cousins and I, playing iin the project hallways on a Friday, while my Mom and Pops hosted a fish fry/spades game. When all the families knew, respected and protected one another. This was one of my Mom's favorites...may her soul continue to rest easy!❤
Here's the next beautifully positive song, Frankie beverly and Maze, "Golden Time of Day"
Yesssssssssss! These songs are so smooth and put you in a contemplative but happy head space.
And We Are One. Can be a love song or a song about unity amongst humankind.
Can't argue that😮😮😮
A Masterpiece , One of top Commodore ... actually top songs period ! 🎤🎹🎶
JUST TO BE CLOSE TO YOU - The Commodores will change your life. Trust and believe.
Clearly, the Commodores best song in my humble opinion out of a lot of jams Sail On is up there too,Just to be close to you” is solid as well
& Easy 🎯
Sweet Love
Everyone seems to forget about Heaven Knows.
Its odd that youre reacting to this song, today of all days. This was one of my mother's favorite songs. It was a reminder of her sister, who died too soon, as did my mother. Today is my mother's birthday.
So, Im happy and sad. Thank you.
😇🙏🏿
🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼
I wish the world was truly happy and anybody can be what they want to be Great message to everyone zoom on👍🏿👍🏿👍🏿👍🏿👍🏿👍🏿👍🏿👍🏿👍🏿
This was my all time favorite Commodores song! Big time stress reliever for me. Great lyrics. "I wish the world was truly happy, living as one. I wish the word they call freedom, someday would come". Zoom, Zoom baby.
Omg yes. Beautiful words. Makes you stop and think.
It's my favorite Commodores song too, and my second favorite to play. In case you're wondering, Brickhouse is not my favorite to play...it's "Easy".
I know you feeling this Zoooom Ashley. Lionel is a master at song writing…brilliant!
73 yrs young and it’s as if I just heard it for the first time. Love how you appreciate this oldies music.
This is precisely why taking music out of children's educational development in school is one of the the worst things this society ever did.
To itself.
You are so right! ❤
@@Fruit17-ip4vl
I never learned to play a musical instrument. I didn't know it at the time--but, what my 8th grade Music Appreciation teacher taught me about the specifics of music?...would enhance my enjoyment of the "listening" experience.
I learned about pitch; keys; harmony; timing; chord progression; etc. Basics that also taught me how to pinpoint the things that I liked--AND DISLIKED about the music I heard. This learning process taught me patience, when confronted with new musical genres. If you're not taught the essential "basics" of music---you'll be extremely limited in terms of what you'll be able to understand about the music you hear.
Also, having a sense of what the basics (pitch; harmony; key) are gives you a sense of what they DO; and how they work to produce the music you enjoy. This knowledge gives you a broader vocabulary in which to describe what you are actually hearing. This is precisely why so much of today's "pop" music sounds essentially the same.
Yeah...they sell millions more records; but, the quality of the music just isn't there. This is also why when these "kids" grow out of adolescence?--they're digging through their parents music collection. They're thirsty.
And, they don't even know what they're thirsty for.
If a person has a limited vocabulary, there's only so far they can go--as they attempt to describe what they're actually thinking. You don't have to be able to play music to possess a vocabulary that allows you to describe what excites you about it. But---having an awareness of what a "musical palette" consists of gives you more tools, (words) to describe precisely what you're hearing.
Personally, (with the exception for jazz)...I don't see R&B being elevated in a way that is adding onto what has already been created in the past.
And it really makes me sad.
(Sorry for the rant.)
A very intelligent rant! The music of our generation still has staying power! I am glad that the young people are discovering these oldies and goodies! 😎❤️
I agree
@@possumslim3420 no need to apologize when you are telling the truth.
When they came on the scene with "Slippery When Wet" and followed that up with "Fancy Dancer", and "Brick House" the music scene was turning from Funk to Disco.
You are so right!
And--the truly ignorant thought (in some cases, STILL think!) that they're both the same thing.
These songs aren't coming back....I don't know if it's the singers or writers or both....but this generation is missing it...
😢
This is the jam. Beautiful song. Lionel Richie singing. Keep it going♥️♥️🎶🎶🎶🎶
YEEEES this is that one my favorite Commadors of all time definitely a cookout song play it and get out of the way of your uncles and aunties
This was my Dads favorite song. He use to walk around and just sing the 'zoom' part all the time. Drove my mom crazy. One of my favorite memories of him He passed when I was 9.
Ok niece. Please react to both Lionel Richie/Kenny Roger's sing "Lady" as a duo. Lionel Richie is underestimated as an artist/songwriter. Lionel/Commadores were/are extremely talented singer/musicians. Let's put some respect on there name 🖤🖤🖤. I recommend that you dive into their discography. Chef's kiss 💋
1 of my favorites by The Commodores❣️
One of the few songs to make me cry 😢
That's my song right there. Throw the car in cruise, turn the sound up, and let the song just sink in. 🔥
It's great to see you react to this song, it's one of Lionel Ritchie's best vocal performances. Another one of their songs that doesn't get much traction and is amazing is called "Jesus is Love", I'm not a religious person, but everything about that song is fantastic!
YES!❤... and... YES!❤
Some songs are simply immortal, I feel that.
Mrs Ashley maam....there is a story behind this song...google it one day and play it at the same time....1977 I was a junior in high school. You will love it more after the story.❤🔥
Yo, I just read it & I'm blown away. Thank you for sharing that info on the song. It already meant a lot to me because of my mom. It was her favorite Commodores song & it became mine as well. Since she passed in 2021, I listen to it as if she's sitting with me enjoying it, too. Now, this song means even more to!
@@TheeTwanSolo God Bless your Mother and you....🙏🙏🙏
@@TheAzbrother I appreciate it. It's getting closer to the anniversary of her death & I get kinda down around this time of year. She passed suddenly at 63 two days before my birthday. Your comment is uplifting & positive. I thank you again 👑
My all time favorite song and have loved it since i first heard and I only about five
We were so lucky and didn't even know it, growing up in this era (14 when this came out). You have good taste young lady.
You are absolutely right. This Generation will never know what true emotional music is...GenXer here
Lionel Ritchie left his funk and his best music with the Commodores.
this is music i grew up on here such fire from the commodores and lionel richie out ranges his a truly a icon and legend this one my favorites here.
I used to have a poster of that album cover back in 1977. I was 12 and started to get into R&B music. Thanks to my older brothers.
I have always loved the Commodores, they are from my home state. Lionel Richie is a fantastic singer/songwriter! They have so many great hits and this is one of my favorites, along with Still, Easy, Brick House, and many more!!💖💖
Ashley, I smiled watching your reaction to this timeless masterpiece. You felt it. Wonderful. ❤
That's Mr. Lionel Richie on lead vocals
One of the best songs ever
Those violins SNAP….love real instruments …Ashley know she young with a old soul 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥
When the groove finally swept Ashely away...
Loving You by The Commodores is a great one with this kind of sound.
Message songs have been around forever. It was in the 60’s and 70’s that they proliferated to the masses. Try Curtis Mayfield- Just a little bit of love.
ZOOM... Another one of My FAVORITES
YOU ARE TOO CUTE GIRL. THAT SMILE THAT POPS WHEN THEY START ZOOMING IN THE END IS SO ADORABLE 😍😍😍
One of my favorite songs from my high school days. A wonderful message.
I enjoyed watching your reaction to this song, cause I had a similar reaction as a young child when it first came out. 😂🥂💯
Another band you may want to check out is an Australian band called The Little River Band. I recommend 1. HELP IS ON THE WAY (1977 live), 2. Lonesome Loser (1979 live), and 3. TAKE IT EADY ON ME (live). Great live band.
Reminiscing is my favorite by them! They are really good!
One of my favorite songs of ALL TIME!! ❤💪🏽 Lionel was AMAZING!! I know it word for word!!
Commodores "Zoom",is the Epitomy of Cool.Lionel Richie,Wow.mooth as butter.
Oh go head Ashley!!! Let’s get it.. no question my favorite commodores song
🔥🔥🔥🔥😯"OOOOOOOWEEEE!!!"..THis Iz A Good Smoking Song.....(hold it, hold it.......exhale😤...zoooooom). Great Great Reaction Miss Ashley👍🏾💯💯👍🏾
Zoom in & Zoom out
My all-time favorite song. The Live version is even better.
What a reaction! Loved it and this song. I'm sure you've heard it before, but your old soul is definitely showing. Keep the journey going, Ashley!
On March 30, 1977, a gem was euphonically released to the world.😊
Fun reaction! Saw them perform Zoom, in concert in the late 70s.
This is one of the greatest love songs of all time.
Also the genre that mostly stayed with was a Country and Easy listening sound. The Commodores only had one hit after he left the group.
🧡 I so loooove this song! 🔥🔥It's the 🎵 arrangement for me! Even tho it's mellow you can still do a 2 step. Lol TFS!
🔥
This is one of my favorite songs. In my bourbon room I have a murial of some of the song’s notes painted into the wall.
I listened to this song a hundred times when my oldest daughter passed in 2016 of cancer at 30 years old ,im still saddened 😢
This is a feel good song. Holds a special place in my heart. Heard playing on the radio the night before my father’s passing. I heard the writer of the song had a similar experience
Thank you, Ashley, for reacting to this song. Please also react to Bobby Goldsboro 1968 song: "Honey", which was his biggest hit in 1968, a tearjerker about the death of a man's young wife. The song, written by Bobby Russell, was recorded in one take. It became the largest-selling record in the world for 1968 and topped the Hot 100 for five weeks.
Great instrumentation! What most music lacks today!
This song was written by Commodore bass player, Ron LaPread for his wife Cathy, who was diagnosed with cancer. Ron started writing the song and Lionel Ritchie finished it. His wife Cathy did pass from cancer.
All I really like to say about this song zone. Is it's a classic? This LP is a classic. Just throw it on and let it play.
This is pre-pop, big 'fro Lionel.
Beautiful reaction, Ashley! 👏🏾✊🏾✌🏽
Everytime I hear this song I can’t help but think of my father cuz this was one of his favorite songs. We miss you dad, rest in peace..
Flashback
LOVE the Commodores! It started out with Lionel Ritchie. You've probably heard him as a single artist. He & the group came from Tuskegee, Alabama University.
I did research of this song and it actually about one of the band member's girlfriend at the time who was 23 yrs old who passed away and I think part of this song was made for her and she help with part of the arrangement of the song, that why this song is so beautiful
Such a beautiful song.
Her reaction to this song is priceless. I love the song but I watch the video to see her reaction her joy and happiness is overwhelming
Songs back then were played by true musicians, not a computer. My friends and I would sit back and just chill listening to different song all evening.🎶🎤😊
You should check out ‘Say Yeah’ and ‘Just To Be Close To You’ by the Commodores (If you haven’t already).. Both are favorites! 🙌🏽
They played their instruments too. Now that was a characteristic of MOST bands then. I see Easy-E back there & Prince. He definately a favorite of mine. His sexuality was always at question? I didn't feel that way!!! All I know he kissed me when I jumped on stage. it took me 1 week to wash that side of my face!!! I loved him!!!
Been waiting on this 1
The Commadore's had a great band instrumentals. 😊
Hey Ashley, This was back in the day when Lionel Ritchie was one of the Lead Singers with The Commodores!!! Back when music was music!!!
Notice Ashley said woo at about the 6 minute mark not knowing that Lionel had an ad lib woo coming up at the 6:11 mark. I also like the way that she loses it at the 5:32 mark.
Thanks to Mr. Steve H. He said he loved this song, and I love it to now. I listen to his show on Pod Cast from Mexico.
Please listen to. Three times a lady, one of my favorites and it was always the last song on the disco floor
BOY YOU BETTER SANG!!!❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤
One of my favorite Commodores song!❤🙂 Timeless music!
Enjoy the Commodores.. My kind of jam.
The Commodores featuring Super Bad Mr Lionel Richie ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤
You REALLY need to do a reaction to "Just to be Close to You" by the Commodores.... that is a sho nuff 70s baby maker.... you hear me ??? 💎💎💎💎💎
They turned this song out on the 1977 Commodores Live album. It's the same for most of the songs on their live album.
Zoom is one of my favorite songs by the Commodores. But you gotta check out Just to be close to you 100% classic by the way I love your reactions keep up the good work!
Ashley You Need To Listen To Easy By The Commodores, Music Back In The Day Made Your Body Move When The Song Started...
It's a running joke that White fans of the Commodores have never heard this song. Black listeners have always loved this song. Lionel Richie just started adding this song on his recent solo tour and would laugh when the White attendees looked confused, but the Black fans knew every word to the song. Then he would explain that it was an album cut played regularly on Black radio, but not on White pop stations.😂
Yes.
This was a time when radio was still segregated.
Yes...America DOES have a history of shameful behaviors.
But, some people don't wanna talk about any history; unless it presents America in a positive light.
@@possumslim3420 No country is a utopia, not one on this planet. America has had dark times,but we got better IN SPITE OF IT. Besides, it can't be that horrible when people from some of the most oppressive nations risk their lives to come here.
Music is one way where many of us can find common ground.
@@GonRogue-85
"The mind,
once stretched to a new idea,
never returns to its original dimensions."
I totally believe you
Ashley Reacts, can you do "Say Yeah" by the Commodores, please and thanks.
You need to check out the live version from ‘77. The greatest live R&B album of all time.
I enjoyed your prince reaction I think it would be nice to see you react to Pink Floyd song big gig in the sky
Another contribution to the cause..
"Could You Be Loved"
-- the late, great Bob Marley
"Black Magic Woman "
-- Carlos Santana
"Flamingo"
-- Lee Morgan in trumpet 🎺
Instrumental. Not sure it fits your YT reactions channel but judging from your reactions so far, I think you'll enjoy this.
my parents''' use to play this at our family picnic,s when we was little kid,s and me ' cousin,s ' auntie,s everybody'' and then once a year the neiblorhood block club wood closed the street off 'Jam this ' along whit a song call; Slide''''' and the best of our love''''''''''and boogie oogie,oogie , whit the isley,s Take me to the next phase''' oh well '
I’m telling my age but oh well…the 70s was about the musical groups/bands. Maze! WAR! The Commodores! They made good music! They had to because of the 8 track. There was no rewinding lol! You had to sit and listen to the whole 8 track!