All the greatest musicians are dying too soon, gotta enjoy this humble down to earth man while he's still around. Mr Parker I love your music God bless you.
I was wondering WHERE he was! Ray Parker jr. interview was awesome and he taught us all a lot on the industry! I appreciate him sharing his story and wisdom about the industry! Thanks Ray!
Ray Parker Jr is in a class by himself, as a teen I grew up listening to all his tunes bought every album he ever made before and after going solo.I was shy back then and learnt a lot of lines to say to girls from his music lol ! 😂 boy back then growing up I got lots of girls .thanks Ray am now 56 yrs young married and settled still a big fan listening to his music, God bless you happy you are still around 🎊🌟👍💿📀💽💪🙏
I enjoyed this interview as I think he was very humble during this entire thing. His only brother and I are long time friends. Now he is VERY much a family man. I've enjoyed his concerts when he was with his group Raydio and his solo career. I remember when he bought the house for his parents in Southfield an exclusive upgraded area in Detroit. I'm glad he's doing well and I wish he and his family nothing but the best. 🤗 He truly deserves everything he has because he earned it.
Someone posted the following comment here, over a year ago, and it applies to me as well: "I was curious about his interview, and was only going to watch a few minutes of it. But I found myself listening to the whole thing. Ray Parker really is a down to earth guy."
One of the Classiest men in the music business since day one. I grew up with his music and still love it all to this day!!! Ray is THE man!! God really blessed Ray, because he knew he could handle it!!
I'm totally inspired listening to Ray Parker Jr. Not only is he one of the greatest musicians, but he's a cool dude! Great interview for those stuck in dead end jobs.
This guy is literally a musical genius. IMO he's right up there with all the greats and if you've listened to the radio for about the last 40 years he's written a significant number of the songs you grew up with.
I find him more handsome now than back then in the 70s and 80s. I wish they would have had in depth interviews like this with artist of the past. Makes them so reaI, and approachable. Takes them off the pedestal fans put famous people on. I really felt like I understood more of his personality and charm, as well as his intellect!! A very likeable guy!!! Kuddos Ray!!
Thank you Ray for that adviceIi am a musician and songwriter this information was very helpful. Thank You from the days of RAYDIO , Jack and Jill, Love those songs when you were in a group and solo artist you have always inspired me . God bless you, you are A very gifted person.
Such a lot of great insight and advice for not only music - but for life too! Whatever you want to do, go after it full force. Even if it fails, you'll atleast know you gave it your all - and that will always give you the courage to try again, try something else, whatever...just keep moving forward like the general he spoke of! I was a big fan of his as a teenager. I loved his voice and James Ingram too! I've recently been listening again to a lot of the 80s R&B...aah memories! So glad Mr. Parker is happy and healthy and still sharing his gifts with us 💕 Thank you!
The knowledge he just dropped is priceless and if you seek advice from a music lawyer it would cost...kudos to Ray and may success always be his friend
I grew up listening to Ray Parker Jr and Raydio. I so enjoyed this interview, not only is he so talented and humble but has very deep understanding the music business .
Been a fan of Ray since 1978. Back then, Ray music was not like others. He had his own sound. some of my favorite song to this day is Rock On, A woman needs Love , Two Places At the same time. I still have those original albums today.
From the moment I listen to Ray's music and saw his videos, I thought to myself, what a cool and smooth musician. He and many other Detroit artists, grew up a stone's throw from my neighborhood. What a humble, and ageless man. Kinda like Billy Dee Williams! 🙏
Incredible interview on perhaps the most underrated Pop/Soul/R&B artist of all time. The list of legendary musicians he's written for, or collaborated with, is incredible. And the list of musicians who grew up in or lived in the metro Detroit area is insane. Very cool.
Ray Parker Jr. man you still are so handsome 😍. Such a wise man with wonderful advice to the beginners and up comming stars 🌟. Such a beautiful smile still.
Hugely inspiring Producer, Musician and a fab human being. His name on the countless credits are just a testament to his giftings as a in demand session player as well. Fully packaged!
I absolutely enjoyed this, and found myself sitting here at my desk acting like a church-congregation member... "well..." "go head, brotha.." "preach the word!" ..etc. ..lol.. What a down-to-earth, intelligent, thoughtful, and knowledgeable guy.
Ray is not only an accomplished guitarist, but he is also a tech geek and private pilot. I remember when we connected over a decade ago he had Cisco setup in his home with servers. He was also into programming. Really smart guy!
Gonna say it now not even half way through, this is genius. Wish I had seen this a long time ago. Bill Withers is another guy I could listen to all day, wisdom and thankfulness from these Motown legends.
Ray you are genius I knew that the first time I heard you I'm a drummer/vocalist and I have your albums love your voice sounds like you were talking that's the way I felt.if you have any new music I'm ready to hear it. 💯 💯 💯 💯 💯
This is good stuff. I made my son watch this video. Ray is telling it like it is. Ray's advice is applicable to other arts as well. Thanks so much Ray.
3:22 When he said "I'm going to play you the rhythm track for Superstition") I had said to myself "Stevie is going to start singing "Superstition" True and very cool :-D
This might have been the best spent half hour in my life. This guy puts more wisdom in one sentence than Kaye West has ever strung together in his entire life. Yes, I am that frustrated old guitarist that has always said he could do it. I am 55 but still feel life hasn't really started yet as I have not gone out there and do what I have always believed was inside me. Ray Parker Jr, you're more inspirational than anyone I have listened to before. This interview should be used in all music lessons around the world!!! BTW, what an incredibly nice guy he is. One of the most genuine celebs. Thank you so much for uploading this.
It was always there inside you it activated when it was time! LoL Love this interview especially when you talk about your father. PEACE! Love your interview Ray
Ray has always been an idol of mine and someone as a kid I looked up to and emulate. He has always been a positive roll model. I really appreciate hearing his advice.
ray parker jr name is on the back of a lot of album covers so that tells you what kind of guitar player he is just listen to want ads by honey cone when he was a teenager or fish aint biting by lamont dozier
Excellent Interview...
RAY PARKER YOU ARE THE GREATEST YOU ARE STILL FINE WOW SO AMAZING MUSIC KING
He is BEAUTIFUL! Wow.
Now i like this interview..Awesome! He wasnt bragging nor Arrogant. Great job Ray👍
Humility is indeed the foundation of humanity. This iconic figure exemplifies that trait. Kudos Mr. Parker you are one of my true inspirations.
Ray Parker, Jr. ⟶ accomplished musician, cool and elegant gentleman.
All the greatest musicians are dying too soon, gotta enjoy this humble down to earth man while he's still around. Mr Parker I love your music God bless you.
Awesome! So many people don't even know he ever existed and he is one of the greats!!
I was wondering WHERE he was! Ray Parker jr. interview was awesome and he taught us all a lot on the industry! I appreciate him sharing his story and wisdom about the industry! Thanks Ray!
Ray Parker Jr is in a class by himself, as a teen I grew up listening to all his tunes bought every album he ever made before and after going solo.I was shy back then and learnt a lot of lines to say to girls from his music lol ! 😂 boy back then growing up I got lots of girls .thanks Ray am now 56 yrs young married and settled still a big fan listening to his music, God bless you happy you are still around 🎊🌟👍💿📀💽💪🙏
That guitar riff on You got the love with Chaka Khan and Rufus.
I put that up there with Hendrix and Nile Rodgers, anyone.
Genius.
im a dj and when i play u got the love EVERYONE asks whos on guitar. im like ray parker jr. millennials know nothing about dat
Wow, Ray is *dropping jewels.* If you are an indie artist you should definitely take notes.
Never heard Ray interviewed. Man he's a cool dude. Lots of wisdom and advice. I like him a lot more now.
How is this guy became underrated is what I don't know.This man is a legend
Songwriting mastermind.
Too much! Ray Parker, Jr. is a musical gem.
I enjoyed this interview as I think he was very humble during this entire thing.
His only brother and I are long time friends. Now he is VERY much a family man. I've enjoyed his concerts when he was with his group Raydio and his solo career. I remember when he bought the house for his parents in Southfield an exclusive upgraded area in Detroit. I'm glad he's doing well and I wish he and his family nothing but the best. 🤗 He truly deserves everything he has because he earned it.
Ray's guitar playing on Marvin Gaye's song "I Want You" is a thing of beauty.
Someone posted the following comment here, over a year ago, and it applies to me as well:
"I was curious about his interview, and was only going to watch a few minutes of it. But I found myself listening to the whole thing. Ray Parker really is a down to earth guy."
I know these comments are over a year old but I wanted to say I agree with your comments...he's a class act!
@@carlbenson6412 He's definitely more than the Ghostbusters theme man!
Most beautiful man on the planet along with Teddy Pendergrass. I was in love with him at 16 in the 80s
Ray Parker Jr......... Extremely Talented & Very Humble Man.......👊🏾👊🏾👊🏾👊🏾👊🏾👑👑👑👑👑🙂👍🏾💯
One of the Classiest men in the music business since day one. I grew up with his music and still love it all to this day!!! Ray is THE man!! God really blessed Ray, because he knew he could handle it!!
I'm totally inspired listening to Ray Parker Jr. Not only is he one of the greatest musicians, but he's a cool dude! Great interview for those stuck in dead end jobs.
wow...this guy is SUPER cool, fantastic musician, and sooooooo talented.. AND very humble and down to earth- AND NO SWEAR WORDS EITHER!!! CLASSY GUY!
This guy is literally a musical genius. IMO he's right up there with all the greats and if you've listened to the radio for about the last 40 years he's written a significant number of the songs you grew up with.
Ray seems like a very smart guy... Talented without question.
I find him more handsome now than back then in the 70s and 80s. I wish they would have had in depth interviews like this with artist of the past. Makes them so reaI, and approachable. Takes them off the pedestal fans put famous people on. I really felt like I understood more of his personality and charm, as well as his intellect!! A very likeable guy!!! Kuddos Ray!!
He is too.
Ray and Boz Scaggs working together = GENIUS!!
Down two then left and Middle man ! Great albums great talent! Ray is so talented!
Still looks great! Glad he is having a good life.
intelligent man..i've loved his music since i was a kid.
Thank you Ray for that adviceIi am a musician and songwriter this information was very helpful. Thank You from the days of RAYDIO , Jack and Jill, Love those songs when you were in a group and solo artist you have always inspired me . God bless you, you are A very gifted person.
Such a lot of great insight and advice for not only music - but for life too! Whatever you want to do, go after it full force. Even if it fails, you'll atleast know you gave it your all - and that will always give you the courage to try again, try something else, whatever...just keep moving forward like the general he spoke of!
I was a big fan of his as a teenager. I loved his voice and James Ingram too! I've recently been listening again to a lot of the 80s R&B...aah memories! So glad Mr. Parker is happy and healthy and still sharing his gifts with us 💕 Thank you!
A Woman Needs Love, Mr. Telephone Man!!
Very Inspirational 🙏🏿🙏🏿🙏🏿
The knowledge he just dropped is priceless and if you seek advice from a music lawyer it would cost...kudos to Ray and may success always be his friend
You can't change that, A Woman Needs Love, and, my favorite that I'm still listening to, Jack and Jill
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My deep respect for this guy for being so real.
You're also STILL gorgeous Ray !
He's dropping Gems about the industry! I love him, he Phenomenal
I grew up listening to Ray Parker Jr and Raydio. I so enjoyed this interview, not only is he so talented and humble but has very deep understanding the music business .
I saw his Unsung on TVOne. He was very protective of the music he wrote and because of that he is still very wealthy.
As you should be able to make the form of business purposes of the blooming natural university kismet club
A fascinating interview featuring one of the best, if not THE best, rhythm guitarist in history!!!
Ray! You are a Beautiful Brother! Glad You stuck with Your With your music. God Bless You.
Thanks Ray still enjoy you in 2019. Great songs great music.
True artist. Much love Ray.
Been a fan of Ray since 1978. Back then, Ray music was not like others. He had his own sound. some of my favorite song to this day is Rock On, A woman needs Love , Two Places At the same time. I still have those original albums today.
Ray shares the same birthday as me May 1. I always thought that was so cool.
So smart!
Fantastic interview. I grew up on Ray Parker Jr. and Raydio. Awesome video. 👍
beautiful I love every ones comment so inspiring and uplifting...we need more of this.....
From the moment I listen to Ray's music and saw his videos, I thought to myself, what a cool and smooth musician. He and many other Detroit artists, grew up a stone's throw from my neighborhood. What a humble, and ageless man. Kinda like Billy Dee Williams! 🙏
And seriously Ray Parker Jr should be a motivational speaker... Not to just musicians but for anyone in any field ~
One of my favorite artists
From humble beginnings, great things can happen 👏😎👍
What a inspirational conversation! Very insightful as well.
He's still beautiful
Incredible interview on perhaps the most underrated Pop/Soul/R&B artist of all time. The list of legendary musicians he's written for, or collaborated with, is incredible.
And the list of musicians who grew up in or lived in the metro Detroit area is insane. Very cool.
I just love your song you can't change that Ray Parker I still listen to it everyday
ray will aways be one of my favorites, great songwriter, great producer, great guitar player also really down the earth...
im in love with this man, he became my artistic father in one video
me too
Ray Parker Jr. man you still are so handsome 😍. Such a wise man with wonderful advice to the beginners and up comming stars 🌟. Such a beautiful smile still.
what a nice chap
Wow, what a cool,guy. Great interview Ray, thanks for your candor.
Ray Parker is kinda like my big brother. As a kid growing up in Detroit, we looked up to Ray because he was in high school with older friends of mine.
I didn't realize until now, I've never heard Ray talk before!
Great video - I've always admire this brother, he's just one cool dude.
Hugely inspiring Producer, Musician and a fab human being. His name on the countless credits are just a testament to his giftings as a in demand session player as well. Fully packaged!
Ray Parker Jr..... You Are The Big Brother I Never Had.😎👍
His accomplishments speak for themselves genius man right here.
I absolutely enjoyed this, and found myself sitting here at my desk acting like a church-congregation member... "well..." "go head, brotha.." "preach the word!" ..etc. ..lol.. What a down-to-earth, intelligent, thoughtful, and knowledgeable guy.
Great interview!! You are blessed Mr. Parker!!
Ray is not only an accomplished guitarist, but he is also a tech geek and private pilot. I remember when we connected over a decade ago he had Cisco setup in his home with servers. He was also into programming. Really smart guy!
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Gonna say it now not even half way through, this is genius. Wish I had seen this a long time ago. Bill Withers is another guy I could listen to all day, wisdom and thankfulness from these Motown legends.
I love you!! I am so in love with you your songs are great
Oh Mr. Parker - I've loved your music since the 70s ~ thank you for being a integral part of my life while I grew up! 😍😍😍😍
in four years no one has corrected u. thank god for context. detrimental is NOT, i repeat NOT the word you were looking for.
@@sonquatsch8585 😀😀👐🏼
Top singer and handsome man 💖
Could he be any cooler :) Love you, Ray!
Ray you are genius I knew that the first time I heard you I'm a drummer/vocalist and I have your albums love your voice sounds like you were talking that's the way I felt.if you have any new music I'm ready to hear it. 💯 💯 💯 💯 💯
this is a great interview... experience
Great guy..I can still listen to Raydio today
This is good stuff. I made my son watch this video. Ray is telling it like it is. Ray's advice is applicable to other arts as well. Thanks so much Ray.
Ray parker jr. brilliant musican and you cant change that.
3:22 When he said "I'm going to play you the rhythm track for Superstition") I had said to myself "Stevie is going to start singing "Superstition"
True and very cool :-D
Listened closely to every word, Ray has a lot of great advice and awesome to hear he is still active. Will check out his new album for sure!
I am so inspired by Mr Ray Parker …
I love you forever your songs make me cry don't know,why maybey cause I go back in the pasr.
This is Gold!
Ray is a very smart guy!
AMEN, every impression can be your first AND last, always perform your best!
Love him singing A woman needs love just like you do.
Thanks that's an Incredible story thanks Champ
A Good Son.. He care for his family and specially his Dad.
This might have been the best spent half hour in my life. This guy puts more wisdom in one sentence than Kaye West has ever strung together in his entire life. Yes, I am that frustrated old guitarist that has always said he could do it. I am 55 but still feel life hasn't really started yet as I have not gone out there and do what I have always believed was inside me. Ray Parker Jr, you're more inspirational than anyone I have listened to before. This interview should be used in all music lessons around the world!!! BTW, what an incredibly nice guy he is. One of the most genuine celebs. Thank you so much for uploading this.
Mean cold the truth is always wonderment of the day works
Fine as Wine. I Love me Some Him 😍😍😍😍😘😘😘😘😘😘😘💜💜💜💜😘😘😘
wow everything I didn't know about him! Loved all the Raydio tunes from late 70's.
It was always there inside you it activated when it was time! LoL Love this interview especially when you talk about your father. PEACE! Love your interview Ray
Ray has always been an idol of mine and someone as a kid I looked up to and emulate. He has always been a positive roll model. I really appreciate hearing his advice.
Good interview! i'm inspired.
ray parker jr name is on the back of a lot of album covers so that tells you what kind of guitar player he is just listen to want ads by honey cone when he was a teenager or fish aint biting by lamont dozier
Comprehend musical psychology upper echelon style for the credentials opportunity
You got a good voice. I enjoy listening to your songs.
Happy birthday 🎂🎉🎈 you look different 🎉🎂🎈
What a great interview.