I remember the first time I heard this man,I was probably six or seven and I asked my mother who was that,she said Donny Hathaway, THE BEST SINGER THAT EVER SANG! He captured me at that age with that heavenly voice!!! He still heals me today!!! He is missed!!
Man this brother was the best. I'm glad I grew up during this period, music of the 70's was just beautiful. Marvin Gaye, Donnie Hathaway, Al green, the Carpenters, Stevie wonder, joe cocker, the Eagles, Jackson Five, the moments, Roberta flack, Barbara Streisand, Diana Ross I could go on and on. This is what was played on Am radio.
What a blessing to have had the opportunity to slather west coast radio listeners with his music in the '70s. Soulful music like this lives on, in our memories and hopefully on radio that plays real music! It's why I got in the business 55 years ago.
Shati Shane Parks Agreed. That's a aftereffect of listening to true artistry. There are entertainers/performers and their are artists. Very few of the latter. Donnie will ever forver be amongst the great artists.
Shati Shane Parks especially when I hear this Christmas. I’m always in tears because it’s such a beautiful song and to know his tragic death it’s so conflicting to me .
Yes, Donny'voice take you on an emotional journey like no other vocalist. Yet, I think its important to remember he was also an incredible musician, a musical prodigy who made his piano sing just as soulfully as his voice.
❤❤I'm sorry you weren't sick in a time that you could've really been helped. You were blessed-we were blessed to have you for the short time we did. Hope you're in a place of no fear and much peace❤❤
Donny has that God unique exquisite voice that just captivates any audience. He may just be the best singer of all time I'm dead serious he was beyond any other before or after him
Just recently a year ago heard this name and voice and now I can't stop listening. Whatched "UNSUNG" The Donny Hathaway Story. I was overwhelmed with tears and emotions. So saddened the such a young and talented life was taken so soon. Forever remembered ❤️❤️❤️
My brothers and sisters it's 10:51 in the morning 🌄 here in Baltimore City and I'm groovin to this wonderful song 🎵 by 1 of the GREATEST SINGERS 🎶 EVER DH RIP black people 2022 let's get it together ❤
My god that drum mix in the studio.Donny is the best ever.Some of top 5 artist I’ve ever heard.Thats coming from a 44 year old bass player who loves Stoner rock and 90’s grunge .
He was the best, so soulful, yet haunting, the sound and feeling lingers with you forever. A beautiful brother who did not get the help he needed, like so many stars of that time, your spirit lingers on and we love you Donny ❤️
I had this song on a 45” disc (not this version live though). If my memory serves me correctly, “Giving Up” was on the flip side. I love both tunes. I love every entire song that I heard released by Donny. His musicians were always incredibly soulful as well. Donny was played great bass as well. I wanted to actually experience one of his “LIVE” performances. I was in Illeshiem Germany when a friend named Albert Mattei gave me the tragic news about Donny’s death. I actually had tears. I was twenty yo at the time. I was so heart-broken. Then came Lalah. And when heard her the first time and even afterwards, it raised the hairs on my body. Love this song just as much today. All versions of it. Peace. Thanks for posting.
Nevr listened to this guy before - bot WOW. I sort of got stuck on Gil Scott Heron, Bobby Womack, even quirky Marvin Gaye. I love his music. There is so great music in the world.
Oh Wow!!🥰listening to this song with my headsets on, and for a moment I felt transported to another time, on where this man was singing this song to me😍His voice eternal💫☄️
From the deep soul comes this incredible voice, I have always loved this artist singing and piano playing.....Rest in peace Donny, you have left us with a great gift in your powerful voice...
@@MikeNeer ok. So before the TV 1 unsung..when I was little my dad told me about a show where donny had been performing with a book about suicide atop his fender rhodes . He said one time that donny was unsure if he belonged on this earth or not
THis brother sang from his SOUL/HEART. They dont sing like this no more. Its all about lust, sneaking around, one night stands and not pure love. How sad.
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He deserves to be Inducted Into The Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame. Periodt.
Amen!! It's a crime that he hasn't been considered!
I absolutely agree!!!
@@cynthiajohnson9311 even George Benson,Luther Vandross and Roberta Flack isn't even Inducted Into The Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame.
@@rayedel1975 Greg Harris needs to step his game up.
@@justanadams9430 roberta flack should be a given
Pure soul. He put his whole heart, soul, blood, sweat and tears in every single song he ever recorded. I love this man's music.
I just started to listening to this music and I am enjoying it. Real voice that touches the heart.
He speaks to my soul.
Donny will have u thinking 4 real
Me too !! he was truly amazing 😁
Absolutely, the Original Silky Soul Singer
Dude just had it. Whatever "It" is.
The power to captivate an audience with his voice.
A double shot and cig
Soul
Be careful and watch out for the STANK!
Genius…. Vocal Perfection. Stratospheric Excellence. … Incomparable!!!!!!
Donny moves me like no other artist
I second that emotion!
Big up Motown gal 🙏🏼
I know
The greatest of all time
The immortal Donny Hathaway
Idk what it is but Donny puts me n that mind 2 call my woman and my ex and say I'm sorry
I remember the first time I heard this man,I was probably six or seven and I asked my mother who was that,she said Donny Hathaway, THE BEST SINGER THAT EVER SANG! He captured me at that age with that heavenly voice!!! He still heals me today!!! He is missed!!
Wonderful. I never met your mother, but we were blood and you were blessed.
AMEN !!💙🙌🙏
Yes indeed! ❤🎉🎉🎉
Undeniably pure sweat tears and soul. The most anointed Artist to ever grace the stage of Music. This is what Greatness is all about
Donnie sings deep into your soul.
Man this brother was the best. I'm glad I grew up during this period, music of the 70's was just beautiful. Marvin Gaye, Donnie Hathaway, Al green, the Carpenters, Stevie wonder, joe cocker, the Eagles, Jackson Five, the moments, Roberta flack, Barbara Streisand, Diana Ross I could go on and on. This is what was played on Am radio.
john googly you have great taste in music for real!!!
Absolutely!
What a blessing to have had the opportunity to slather west coast radio listeners with his music in the '70s. Soulful music like this lives on, in our memories and hopefully on radio that plays real music! It's why I got in the business 55 years ago.
Wow I wish I was as lucky as you.
Yes!
The GOAT of music with the goat voice
I love his music but I always want to cry after I hear him.
Shati Shane Parks
Agreed. That's a aftereffect of listening to true artistry. There are entertainers/performers and their are artists. Very few of the latter. Donnie will ever forver be amongst the great artists.
I feel the same. Crying right now.
Shati Shane Parks especially when I hear this Christmas. I’m always in tears because it’s such a beautiful song and to know his tragic death it’s so conflicting to me .
After?!
Donny takes u somewhere wit his music
Yes, Donny'voice take you on an emotional journey like no other vocalist. Yet, I think its important to remember he was also an incredible musician, a musical prodigy who made his piano sing just as soulfully as his voice.
The late great Donny Hathaway. RIP Brother.
Pures Silk ... May 2022 .This music will never be forgotten
the one and only undoubtable, unarguable G.O.A.T
Use to play this 45 over an over an over. 70's music absolutely the best. Don't make music like this anymore. Straight from the soul.
Donny is one of most Incredibly voiced singers I’ve ever heard. Blessed with a Beautiful Voice, he was just so talented.
Amazingly gifted like Marvin Gaye. Once in a lifetime talent that is TRULY missed but will NEVER be forgotten! #truesoullegend
Shaking my head at the stank.
He sounds so smooth and soothing yet powerful, it's so complex. Thank God for this man
Perfect male voice... I wish he were still here, but I am happy that he's at peace right now.
When this man sings you can just feel it all throw your body Lord so much talent ❤️❤️❤️😪😪
❤❤I'm sorry you weren't sick in a time that you could've really been helped. You were blessed-we were blessed to have you for the short time we did. Hope you're in a place of no fear and much peace❤❤
Donny has that God unique exquisite voice that just captivates any audience. He may just be the best singer of all time
I'm dead serious he was beyond any other before or after him
Agreed.
My gawd... Straight from the soul.
He sang the stew outta this!!! Man, he could saaaaaaaaaaaang!!
Hauntingly Beautiful!
Haunting is the word
What a, fabulous live version of this tune!! He was the best ever at ballads!!! Bless you Mr Hathaway!! 👏🥂❤️👏🥂❤️👏🥂❤️👏🥂❤️👏❤️👏
I love this song. He sang from his heart!!!
Every song he sang from his heart
Quintessential 💯🇺🇸🌹🌎🌍🌏
Just recently a year ago heard this name and voice and now I can't stop listening. Whatched "UNSUNG" The Donny Hathaway Story. I was overwhelmed with tears and emotions. So saddened the such a young and talented life was taken so soon. Forever remembered ❤️❤️❤️
Wow I never heard this live version . Been I fan since I was 8 years old and I'm 39 now.
Rest in peace and birthday wishes to Donny Hathaway 10. 1. We miss the love in your mellow voice
My brothers and sisters it's 10:51 in the morning 🌄 here in Baltimore City and I'm groovin to this wonderful song 🎵 by 1 of the GREATEST SINGERS 🎶 EVER DH RIP black people 2022 let's get it together ❤
This band is killer
Pure Soul.Pure Magic.Pure Genius....Thats all im saying
Wouldn't mind dying while listening to this tune....
Telmo Fernandez That's a deep comment...and I can dig it.
Morbid. But the brutal truth. What a song.
Amen
Best version ever. Thanks Donny 💝
My god that drum mix in the studio.Donny is the best ever.Some of top 5 artist I’ve ever heard.Thats coming from a 44 year old bass player who loves Stoner rock and 90’s grunge .
He was the best, so soulful, yet haunting, the sound and feeling lingers with you forever. A beautiful brother who did not get the help he needed, like so many stars of that time, your spirit lingers on and we love you Donny ❤️
Gods master plan. Donny takes me back 50 years ago.
I had this song on a 45” disc (not this version live though). If my memory serves me correctly, “Giving Up” was on the flip side. I love both tunes. I love every entire song that I heard released by Donny. His musicians were always incredibly soulful as well. Donny was played great bass as well. I wanted to actually experience one of his “LIVE” performances. I was in Illeshiem Germany when a friend named Albert Mattei gave me the tragic news about Donny’s death. I actually had tears. I was twenty yo at the time. I was so heart-broken. Then came Lalah. And when heard her the first time and even afterwards, it raised the hairs on my body. Love this song just as much today. All versions of it. Peace. Thanks for posting.
B-side was 'Lord Help Me' on the 7" single from 1972 ..
That performance was out of this world! So much feel
Woke up to this timeless classic playing.
Nevr listened to this guy before - bot WOW. I sort of got stuck on Gil Scott Heron, Bobby Womack, even quirky Marvin Gaye. I love his music. There is so great music in the world.
RAW TALENT AT IT'S FINEST- DONT SLEEP ON DONNIE A GREAT LEGENDGONE TOO SOON NEVER FORGOTTEN- WE LUV YOU DONNIE HATHAWAY!
The true master at work.
Yes indeed! He was one of the very best, and we all miss him dearly
Pure soul music. 👍🏾
Thank you for posting this version I'd never heard before. I'm 42 and his has always been my most beloved voice from childhood and now.
Oh how I still love you Donny Hathaway 💔💔💔🙏❤❤❤
I feel every note, as i am singing, listening, playing!! what a songwritter, singer, soulman!! I'm living---------------------------
This is a rare moving performance by the icon of the music world.dec2019.
Lord have mercy
2o21 great soul music amen it's about time
those 28 lost souls… i hope you find your way….
sublime purity of voice, omg such a loss to all of us....
With the golden voice”one of the best ever!
Just...DAMN. One of my idols.
OMG what a voice, love this song
Amazing could listen to him all day
Holy crap what an amazing recording!
Oh Wow!!🥰listening to this song with my headsets on, and for a moment I felt transported to another time, on where this man was singing this song to me😍His voice eternal💫☄️
Wow he did this where I live, too bad I wasn't alive to see this great performance. I definitely would've paid for the tickets, thanks for posting.
Timeless!!!!!
Classic. I Love his music!
From the deep soul comes this incredible voice, I have always loved this artist singing and piano playing.....Rest in peace Donny, you have left us with a great gift in your powerful voice...
The band in this one!! Good gawd!! What luck for both parties!
One of the greatest to ever step to the mic and he was hell with a pen. Too much talent in one man. Life cut short do to illness. Tragic
Real singing, no auto tunes
Soulful, melodic and pure black from around the way rooted in the joy and pain of the ghetto sound.
Thank you for posting this. Wow, I just love him so much. No one comes close ❤️
this song makes me want to cry and IDK why!
I know why: because it’s an incredible shot right to the soul!
Amazing!!!!
Sannnnggggg Donny!!!!!!
Genius
I we will always love u big Bru I only pray that you fond that peace you couldent find
hear rest in strength big bro rest in strength,,,,, 🙏🙏🙏💥
My dad's band opened up for donny in flint mi and Oklahoma city .. the stories he told me are incredible...
Would love to hear some!
@@MikeNeer I got you...but I kind dont wanna tarnish..if u get it
@@MikeNeer ok. So before the TV 1 unsung..when I was little my dad told me about a show where donny had been performing with a book about suicide atop his fender rhodes . He said one time that donny was unsure if he belonged on this earth or not
He did shows in 77 and into 78 opening for donny throughout clubs in the midwest and south
Do you remember any of the songs of Donny singing live that stuck with you
Al Kooper sure wrote a beautiful song that Donny did justice to.
14 dislikes Why did you even come to even listen to this greatness of soul if you was going to dislike it.
They don’t understand the greatness Just Marcus-and they never will!!
It is what it is.. people have their own opinions... Besides the synthesizer kind of ruined it for me
they're kanye or taylor swift fans ....just let them be....
@@johnroberts2957 lol!! 👏❤️🥂
@@jackiemreekie4637 glad you enjoyed that Ms. Reekie....and such a pretty gal!
WHAT I KNOW IS MUSIC WITHIN
HIS PURE *(SOUL)*
SELF ! ! ! !
La esencia del soul en esa voz..puro sentimiento
Own league 🔥
Make a nice day is better than have a nice day because only you can make a nice day for yourself.
zulmiro abrahao.R&Bsempre presente nos bons e não tão bons momentos da minha vida.
this is so good!
Hear the stereo vibrato, on his Fender Rhodes, and his voice vibe. It’s his ‘man’s world’, I love it, it that Eric Gale..?
Pure soul....
The Blues. Genius
Wonderful
All i can say is WOW!!!!
Whenever I get in my feelings and have a cocktail…. Donny Hathaway is playing! 😅
Cheers!
gone way too soon RIP
❤Donny.
Outstanding
wala aaaa por dios bendito .... increible su vozz aquí ,sublime el mejor ,sin duda
My Gawd. Moved me to 😭
2021 loving the sound
i just can't even
Love u
💜
THis brother sang from his SOUL/HEART. They dont sing like this no more. Its all about lust, sneaking around, one night stands and not pure love. How sad.
And he sang of love of self and empowerment. “Keep on walking tall, hold your head up high.” He was so special.
@@MikeNeer yes in deed 😊