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!!
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 .
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.
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.
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
❤❤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❤❤
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 ❤
@@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
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.
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.
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 ❤️
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...
Donny Hathaway's soul is beyond this dimension. We should never be sad when a soul transforms from living to spiritual.💫💫 It is clear through his music, that Donny Hathaway is still here! 📿📿 Keep singing Donny. You are way better than many folks who are in the living form. You music lives in my soul.... Shit.
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
Undeniably pure sweat tears and soul. The most anointed Artist to ever grace the stage of Music. This is what Greatness is all about
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 !!💙🙌🙏
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!!!!!!
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 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
Donny moves me like no other artist
I second that emotion!
Big up Motown gal 🙏🏼
I know
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 one and only undoubtable, unarguable G.O.A.T
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.
those 28 lost souls… i hope you find your way….
Donny is one of most Incredibly voiced singers I’ve ever heard. Blessed with a Beautiful Voice, he was just so talented.
The late great Donny Hathaway. RIP Brother.
Perfect male voice... I wish he were still here, but I am happy that he's at peace right now.
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
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!
Shaking my head at the stank.
He sounds so smooth and soothing yet powerful, it's so complex. Thank God for this man
Amazingly gifted like Marvin Gaye. Once in a lifetime talent that is TRULY missed but will NEVER be forgotten! #truesoullegend
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.
Hauntingly Beautiful!
Haunting is the word
❤❤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❤❤
When this man sings you can just feel it all throw your body Lord so much talent ❤️❤️❤️😪😪
He sang the stew outta this!!! Man, he could saaaaaaaaaaaang!!
Pures Silk ... May 2022 .This music will never be forgotten
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.
Lord have mercy
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 ❤️❤️❤️
I love this song. He sang from his heart!!!
Every song he sang from his heart
My gawd... Straight from the soul.
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 ❤
He 's agrubly the greatest live performer to come from the African American Race hands down. 😆😆😆 M
+mark Johnson I think he's the greatest singer I've ever heard.
mark Johnson from the human race
He is the greatest ever
A lot of modern singers overdo it. This is a perfect (and imperfect) blend of soul, taste, class, and genius. There’ll never be another.
Donny was the best singer of All races on the planet blacks are the best singers in the world
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
What a, fabulous live version of this tune!! He was the best ever at ballads!!! Bless you Mr Hathaway!! 👏🥂❤️👏🥂❤️👏🥂❤️👏🥂❤️👏❤️👏
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 ..
Wow I never heard this live version . Been I fan since I was 8 years old and I'm 39 now.
Quintessential 💯🇺🇸🌹🌎🌍🌏
Rest in peace and birthday wishes to Donny Hathaway 10. 1. We miss the love in your mellow voice
gone way too soon RIP
Gods master plan. Donny takes me back 50 years ago.
This band is killer
Pure Soul.Pure Magic.Pure Genius....Thats all im saying
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 😊
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 ❤️
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..?
Best version ever. Thanks Donny 💝
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.
Al Kooper sure wrote a beautiful song that Donny did justice to.
That performance was out of this world! So much feel
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.
The true master at work.
Pure soul music. 👍🏾
The GOAT of music with the goat voice
This is a rare moving performance by the icon of the music world.dec2019.
Woke up to this timeless classic playing.
I feel every note, as i am singing, listening, playing!! what a songwritter, singer, soulman!! I'm living---------------------------
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💫☄️
Sannnnggggg Donny!!!!!!
Victor Taneal Reed could truly sing this song. Here's to you Vic this one's to you.💯❤️👍🏼
Feel the space between notes.
Own league 🔥
Yes indeed! He was one of the very best, and we all miss him dearly
Timeless!!!!!
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.
Genius
Oh how I still love you Donny Hathaway 💔💔💔🙏❤❤❤
2o21 great soul music amen it's about time
Amazing!!!!
OMG what a voice, love this song
sublime purity of voice, omg such a loss to all of us....
Real singing, no auto tunes
With the golden voice”one of the best ever!
Just...DAMN. One of my idols.
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.
Amazing could listen to him all day
Classic. I Love his music!
Holy crap what an amazing recording!
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
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...
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!
The band in this one!! Good gawd!! What luck for both parties!
RAW TALENT AT IT'S FINEST- DONT SLEEP ON DONNIE A GREAT LEGENDGONE TOO SOON NEVER FORGOTTEN- WE LUV YOU DONNIE HATHAWAY!
Soulful, melodic and pure black from around the way rooted in the joy and pain of the ghetto sound.
The Blues. Genius
Whenever I get in my feelings and have a cocktail…. Donny Hathaway is playing! 😅
Cheers!
Love u
WHAT I KNOW IS MUSIC WITHIN
HIS PURE *(SOUL)*
SELF ! ! ! !
i just can't even
this is so good!
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Donny Hathaway's soul is beyond this dimension. We should never be sad when a soul transforms from living to spiritual.💫💫 It is clear through his music, that Donny Hathaway is still here! 📿📿
Keep singing Donny. You are way better than many folks who are in the living form. You music lives in my soul.... Shit.
Pure soul....
capolavoro🍺
#thatdeep-rootedsoul!!!
Waaaooooo!! Is there another way to tell your soul?
💜
Wonderful
Amazing song.... I don't believe in these feelings anymore
Wow, what a performance. Are there any more gems from the same concert?