Ronnie Laws - Every Generation (Extended 12") [with Lyrics]

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  • Ronnie Laws
    Every Generation (Extended Mix)
    This version of the 12" single was only available in the U.K. in late 1980.
    Video shot from iPhone 4

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  • @stephenbraxton2176
    @stephenbraxton2176 3 роки тому +50

    I wonder what He was thinking when he created this masterpiece, the musicianship on this one in particular is absolutely incredible!

    • @lawrencemackintosh6289
      @lawrencemackintosh6289 Рік тому +4

      Yeah, you're right, what the hell was was going through his mind when he wrote this.

    • @Kerisa.Aleman
      @Kerisa.Aleman Рік тому +2

      He shared the story on a live video, and this song is behind a story his grandmother shared with him, about his biological grandfather. Please check it out ☺

  • @clubhead433
    @clubhead433 4 роки тому +25

    I would turn off the lights in my bedroom sit on the floor and play this tune just melt into the music. It took me about 10 -15 minutes to come back...tears streaming down my face. Truly otherworldly.

  • @antoniojones4629
    @antoniojones4629 5 років тому +27

    It really goes to prove that you don’t haveta smoke weed a drink moonshine to appreciate words, a message and Seriously Good Music. Amen

  • @passion4posh
    @passion4posh 8 років тому +147

    One of the most beautiful songs ever made. I miss meaningful music with messages.

    • @coachwillridley1374
      @coachwillridley1374 7 років тому

      exactly

    • @henryphilippeaux3566
      @henryphilippeaux3566 7 років тому

      passion4posh They still make it.

    • @marchelljenkins9273
      @marchelljenkins9273 5 років тому

      VERY MEANINGFUL...

    • @Jesus.SaVeS77
      @Jesus.SaVeS77 5 років тому +1

      passion4posh Gdeve. I agree with U as well. RE: A Beautiful song with meaning. Yes Not a lot of songs like ths anymore. So good I can feel the music, along with the instruments n sing'n. Ronnie Laws was Stuff back in da day. I ws right out of Highschl listening 2/😍 a lot of Smooth Jazz artist, Bass players, guitar players like George Benson, etc. & I still like it a lot. It's still Very Good n Relax'n bed/sleep music, or drv'n on the Highway with my top dwn/Chill'n/Relax'n, No cares, n No Worries. God is Soo Good, Excellnt 2 Create Smooth Jazz...Woww!

    • @precisionhoops365
      @precisionhoops365 4 роки тому

      passion4posh exactly precisionhoops365@gmail.com

  • @tyronelane1413
    @tyronelane1413 5 років тому +62

    This song leads me to think of my father who passed away in 2015. REST IN PARADISE MR. EDWARD LEE LANE SR. I often listen to this tune and think of the wisdom he left with me.....A generation gone. Beautiful song!

  • @Blurasperri
    @Blurasperri 6 років тому +61

    Beautiful! These are the musicians that should never be forgotten ❤️🌈

  • @johnc.griffinjr.4508
    @johnc.griffinjr.4508 11 років тому +21

    I would love to sit and watch my wife,while this beautiful work of art played,she seemed to be in such a peaceful place.I hope and pray that her spirit is at peace,Janet Elise,I love and miss you still.

  • @ImanuelMarcus
    @ImanuelMarcus 10 років тому +85

    The most beautiful sounds ever.

  • @Quietstorm594
    @Quietstorm594 9 років тому +118

    This song will make you teary eyed if you're not careful. Just a feel good song!

  • @innocentearth
    @innocentearth 6 років тому +42

    That needle on the record! Pure bliss 🙏🏾

  • @lavery0365
    @lavery0365 11 років тому +11

    This brother was quite the mentor during my fatherless upbringing, but I'm good now.

  • @scripturestrue6287
    @scripturestrue6287 7 років тому +67

    😱 wow the voice God gave this gentlemen as well as the words in his songs. .can i get a AMEN ⛪ . .

  • @maupinmans
    @maupinmans 2 роки тому +15

    By Far one of if not the greatest song of my life. Now I look back when I first heard it I was 15 years now 2 GENERATIONS ahead 6 Children all grown and on their own and 7 Grand children. Man he was right nothing stays the same. Thanks for this beautiful song that I grew up listening to....damn tears flowing on the back beat its so touching!

  • @godssunsonjbp777sodomitesl5
    @godssunsonjbp777sodomitesl5 6 років тому +25

    I want this beautiful song and music to be played at my funeral.✝🗿

    • @cherylmcrucker4351
      @cherylmcrucker4351 3 роки тому

      I said the same thing❤❤❤🔥🔥

    • @tyronebell4313
      @tyronebell4313 Місяць тому +1

      Please don't do Me like that I thought I was the only Person to want a song played at e funeral, Stevie Wonders love is need of love today ❤

  • @dicarter5417
    @dicarter5417 Рік тому +7

    Saw Ronnie perform this in 1980 with my then boyfriend. We got married and had it played at our wedding. Our son is now a man and has left home....we didn't realise how meaningful it would be but it struck a chord with both of us all those years ago.. I cannot listen to it without a few tears 😢

  • @jdarnell123
    @jdarnell123 9 років тому +72

    One of the best damn sax solos committed to vinyl at 4:48. Very underrated album. Thanks for the great memories Ronnie.

    • @kimthornton362
      @kimthornton362 7 років тому +3

      Chip Darnell I was 12 when this song debuted and it made me sit still and listen so how. the hell grown folks didn't get it???

    • @OverSooll
      @OverSooll 6 років тому +3

      yes that solo is cosmic

    • @lenyandres4909
      @lenyandres4909 2 роки тому

      @@kimthornton362 was 18yrs old then

  • @cipbeltran9415
    @cipbeltran9415 11 років тому +8

    The Eighties were truly the ERA of excellent music recordings / artist . ( When Music Was Truly Music )

  • @dmhawk01
    @dmhawk01 7 років тому +69

    This song takes me back to my college days at Howard U and listening to the "Original Quiet Storm" hosted by Melvin Lindsey!!!

    • @susannahgrier3765
      @susannahgrier3765 5 років тому +3

      I remember the quiet storm! Love it.

    • @stanleyheron9669
      @stanleyheron9669 5 років тому +3

      I was there...

    • @TAMO-mj2eb
      @TAMO-mj2eb 4 роки тому +3

      Yes, it does. Remembering Melvin Lindsey playing feel good music.

    • @ZETAPHI79
      @ZETAPHI79 4 роки тому +2

      I was in college,too when this album was released at NTSU in Denton,Texas. I still have that album.

  • @jeffreychandler8666
    @jeffreychandler8666 6 років тому +20

    The message of this beautiful song is abundantly clear, always, pray for "Every Generation".

    • @edie4831
      @edie4831 11 місяців тому

      Well said. Facts.😮

  • @missmarcicolettle78
    @missmarcicolettle78 7 років тому +31

    I love this song this reminds me of my dad..rip daddy

  • @trojanluck88
    @trojanluck88 11 років тому +10

    Big up's to the beautiful and talented Laws family. My youth summers in the park, the memories, Miss you Sis R.I.P. 1963-2007....

  • @metaldad1967
    @metaldad1967 11 років тому +7

    "kick ass" melody...curse you fat thumbs and auto correct!!!! And thus is seriously taking me back to 6th grade!! This song was all over the radio back then. Loved it then, love it even more now!

  • @vwiggins1847
    @vwiggins1847 11 років тому +20

    I THANK GOD FOR HAVING ME TO STUMBLE UPON THIS AMAZING SONG

  • @ardejohnette
    @ardejohnette 8 років тому +41

    Ronnie Laws, is one best ever!

  • @traceebottoms3498
    @traceebottoms3498 6 років тому +28

    This is absolutely my all time favorite song by Ronnie Laws!

  • @tradammr3
    @tradammr3 6 років тому +22

    A timeless piece that will go on and on!

  • @allysonalexander3537
    @allysonalexander3537 8 років тому +36

    I just saw Ronnie Laws live in Pittsburgh, PA. He performed this song and I could have wept for the sheer beauty of it. I have listened to and loved this song for a long time but it is something altogether different when you see and hear it performed live.

    • @paulanoble2220
      @paulanoble2220 4 роки тому +4

      O would love to see them all beautiful voices I love them all

  • @cantcme1243
    @cantcme1243 3 роки тому +12

    God this song is absolutely beautiful!

  • @crgybby
    @crgybby 7 років тому +14

    Haunghtingly beautiful soulful and mezmerizing

  • @anthonypurnell7445
    @anthonypurnell7445 8 років тому +28

    IN MY TOP 5 OF ALL TIME!!!

  • @jdunn85
    @jdunn85 7 років тому +20

    That's that Earth, Wind and Fire connection (part of that amazing horn section)...this guy still sounds great just saw him at the Hampton Jazz fest this summer and he played this sound!!!!

  • @moormello
    @moormello 11 років тому +14

    my absolute favorite...takes me back to fourteen or so....love it!

    • @RealRockinRobyn
      @RealRockinRobyn Рік тому

      I was 14 too. That was the best time period of my life!

  • @donaldnewman6649
    @donaldnewman6649 7 років тому +12

    Aside from FRIENDS AND STRNGERS, ALWAYS THERE, and TIDAL WAVE, this song was my ALL TIME FAVORITE from Mr. Laws!!

  • @maryemma2858
    @maryemma2858 8 років тому +13

    very difficult for me to listen to, but so utterly beautiful and sad

  • @eharrisist
    @eharrisist 7 років тому +41

    Beautiful!! I hear Patrice Rushen and Joe Sample is on the Piano.!

  • @carlbowles1808
    @carlbowles1808 3 роки тому +10

    I was there in 1980 this song is still the bomb 💣. Times have changed, the meaning is the same. 💯👍🙏

  • @karljameson98
    @karljameson98 7 років тому +91

    whoever disliked this dont deserve to have ears!

  • @keonnasimpson1564
    @keonnasimpson1564 5 років тому +4

    My mother's music made me wish I was born in her day. RIP mama 02/24/2019

  • @benjamincarter1884
    @benjamincarter1884 4 роки тому +5

    Nostalgic 1980 has come back in 2020. Simply timeless.

  • @mikebtko
    @mikebtko 6 років тому +11

    It was 1980, I was messy, his music slipped by me. He's excellent! Thank you for sharing!...

  • @retinadingle6679
    @retinadingle6679 4 роки тому +4

    First time hearing this it is so beautiful. My boyfriend sent it to me

  • @Quietstorm594
    @Quietstorm594 10 років тому +63

    Boy...oh boy, wish I could go back in the day and make every wrong...right.

  • @alaneisenberg1438
    @alaneisenberg1438 10 років тому +43

    This truly outstanding track never got any radio time over here in 1980 which is very odd. This piece of music is timeless.

    • @calvinwilliamson3041
      @calvinwilliamson3041 8 років тому +4

      I was fortunate, a small R&B station on the AM dial played it in Denver.

    • @DJ_BROBOT
      @DJ_BROBOT 6 років тому +4

      I guess its a regional thing...I grew up in Cleveland, and the black stations back in the 80s played this alot...

    • @mikebtko
      @mikebtko 6 років тому +2

      Alan Eisenberg This is socially conscious music that I missed in 1980, I was messy. Wow, this is beautiful!

    • @fareedlaughter5161
      @fareedlaughter5161 6 років тому +6

      No airtime because he has something the devil didn't like, and that is Fear of God.
      Money isn't his God, and he sure did get his message out to us in waves still.
      God bless him and keep him safe. Amen?

    • @DaveInJeddah
      @DaveInJeddah 5 років тому

      Growing up in Legazpi City in the Philippines, the only FM station back then had this (among others) all the time.

  • @jeshun7071
    @jeshun7071 9 років тому +71

    Pure unadulterrated classy musicianship, music to touch this generation and reacth the hearts of the next generation, now this kind of music has to be in the top 3 of all musical genres am i right about that? Ronnie Laws at his best, from a gem of an album too, every track is a bona fide winner, this 1980 smooth Jazz set crossovers to all musical genres, it leaves you wanting more, truly touching Every Generational Soul out there, from an album that you never want to end

    • @jdarnell123
      @jdarnell123 9 років тому +5

      +J Eshun Well said and rock on.

    • @joycelynmatthews-bowens2359
      @joycelynmatthews-bowens2359 7 років тому +5

      J Eshun Wow! U must really like it Huh? lol ....Yes, it is really nice , smooth jazz is third to Gospel, and Soul.

    • @jeshun7071
      @jeshun7071 7 років тому +3

      Joyce Matthews, i just love good music like you do too,thanks

    • @beabelieverinlove8287
      @beabelieverinlove8287 7 років тому +2

      J Eshun
      and you*, my dear, are truly in a class all by yourself
      God unquestionably broke the mold

    • @beabelieverinlove8287
      @beabelieverinlove8287 7 років тому +2

      it's a scary song because it talks about our greatest fear, change
      even though we chase it like roselime to gin
      lmao!

  • @indiac1
    @indiac1 11 років тому +20

    wow, i am sitting here with tears of joy in my eyes. thanks for the post. this song is so completely beautiful. i am so glad that i am the youngest of six super soul brothers and sisters. I grew up listening to this type of music. It sounds even better today. THANK YOU.

  • @jojierobles3324
    @jojierobles3324 10 років тому +15

    another classic music worth sharing

  • @QTHEMUSIK01
    @QTHEMUSIK01 12 років тому +5

    IM ALIVE !!! THANK YOU.

  • @adrianhodge-alexander2649
    @adrianhodge-alexander2649 3 місяці тому +1

    This BROTHER is so DEEP, listening to music like this and watching the sunset and living the dream, and wondering what else could sing that's so beautiful. may Ronnie make songs like this in the future. God bless him. The brother is truly talented.

  • @thaigboprincess7723
    @thaigboprincess7723 4 роки тому +2

    I commented on this 2 yrs ago! It's 2020 during this COVID-19 Pandemic and THIS IS MUSIC

  • @iluvrachellef
    @iluvrachellef 6 років тому +14

    Damn this makes a grown man emotional,this was out during the last cpl of years of being with my Dad. I love you RIP, you left too soon😢❤

  • @donnaharrison8976
    @donnaharrison8976 Рік тому +3

    Yes, Mr Laws is So Deep ❤ This Tune is Majestic! As I age, I play the tune to the younger generation in my family
    Simply Spiritual and The Truth😢❤❤

  • @kevindigit
    @kevindigit 11 років тому +8

    I can imagine what heaven is like when I listen to this beautiful song thank you very, very much!

  • @georgannebeck1293
    @georgannebeck1293 3 роки тому +3

    That voice is as smooth as silk. Love it

  • @sallysson
    @sallysson 4 місяці тому +2

    That intro is epic. What a time to be alive,

  • @TotaloneBadBoy
    @TotaloneBadBoy 7 років тому +18

    My Dad used to play this cut heavy backkkkkk in the day, never knew there was extended version...thank god for imports😍

  • @tinagarvin4698
    @tinagarvin4698 6 років тому +8

    A massage of real love.. This song is a master piece for the Heart!

  • @robinnewell6515
    @robinnewell6515 11 років тому +5

    wow, this is musical poetry from way back. thanks; sincerely, alice the rose.....

  • @smoothjay7311
    @smoothjay7311 6 років тому +9

    A timeless masterpiece, one of the true story tellers of our time.

  • @vanjohnson9837
    @vanjohnson9837 4 роки тому +3

    This is the powerful message of life/good-bad.it is what it is/thank you for this timeless music.june2020.

  • @marchelljenkins9273
    @marchelljenkins9273 5 років тому +6

    ETERNAL LOVE FOR THIS SONG....TAKES ME BACK......

  • @sharonmixon2580
    @sharonmixon2580 3 роки тому +3

    What I would give to have music like this again. THIS is music!

  • @RondaSmith144Empress
    @RondaSmith144Empress 4 роки тому +3

    I so LOVE the visual of playing the record as it reminds me of when I was growing up and going to the record shop to get the latest was EVERYTHING . NO matter how technology advances there's NOTHING like the vinyl sound👊😎

  • @davidalexander9789
    @davidalexander9789 4 роки тому +5

    Ronnie wrote this song for today as well as yesterday

  • @anitasanchez1549
    @anitasanchez1549 8 років тому +14

    absolutely this is called the best sounds in music. In our state of Utah, I don't really hear this music anywhere. I have happened upon it just by looking for music that is worth listening to. I have much respect for artists that gave us the tunes that we play over and over. Let the music live on!

  • @cindychristian1700
    @cindychristian1700 6 років тому +5

    This is what real music used to be. Classy, smooth and cool!

  • @tonyataylor4226
    @tonyataylor4226 3 роки тому +3

    My favorite song in the whole world the lyrics reminds me of my ole man and my oldest son one of the most Beautiful songs in the whole wide world I get lost in the melody of the song only a musical genius could make a song so beautiful

  • @anthonyjohnson9880
    @anthonyjohnson9880 6 років тому +10

    This song takes me back but also brings.me forward its about celebrating the past and anticipating the future of our lives

  • @vanjohnson9476
    @vanjohnson9476 4 роки тому +3

    this is the song for all generations to grow and gather wisdom-pass it on.oct2019.

  • @traceebottoms3498
    @traceebottoms3498 6 років тому +6

    If I ever get married I want this played at my wedding.

  • @adventuroustravelearth5493
    @adventuroustravelearth5493 5 років тому +5

    I purchased this track when I was age 19. I am age 58 today 27.9.2019

  • @anitasanchez1549
    @anitasanchez1549 8 років тому +24

    Absolutely the best of all the rest...I can listen to this over and over...love the words, beat and the wondrous voices of the most talented and artistic souls of the universe!

  • @John-vw3lr
    @John-vw3lr Місяць тому

    A total Masterpiece been listening to it for 44 years… peace to the World from Scotland.

  • @theodorerandle6882
    @theodorerandle6882 8 місяців тому +1

    This 77 song shares wisdom. It’s about what we know, understand, yet do to insure no one knows the truth if it’s not in our favor. Trust - everyone has hid their heart and played that game. For me and my house, there is only one who is known righteous.

  • @lamarjohnson4985
    @lamarjohnson4985 4 місяці тому +1

    What a work of art! A true masterpiece of a recording. They don't make em like this anymore. Listen to the message 🙂

  • @melindapowe5558
    @melindapowe5558 3 роки тому +3

    This music takes me back to my teen years in California 😘 so enjoyable 😆

    • @melindapowe5558
      @melindapowe5558 3 роки тому +1

      The Law family, what talent 👏🏽 Hubert, Ronnie, Eloise & Deborah.... this 🎶 song is timeless!

  • @DRLEWIS
    @DRLEWIS 4 роки тому +1

    What a beautiful jam!!! Ronnie Laws!!! The Laws family!!! Too much talent in one house!!!

  • @8Monnie
    @8Monnie 2 роки тому +1

    WOW. This brought back so many memories. AND that sax. Why wasn't this song a hit is beside me. It's brilliant piece of work by Ronnie Laws. I still have album boxed.

  • @beabelieverinlove8287
    @beabelieverinlove8287 7 років тому +4

    another HAUNTINGLY BEAUTIFUL tune ~_~

  • @jaiyabyrd4177
    @jaiyabyrd4177 11 місяців тому +1

    *It's 2023* 🌺🌺
    I vividly remember listening to this song when it was released and it's still beautiful 40+ years later.

  • @charlesfortson9541
    @charlesfortson9541 7 років тому +6

    A very powerful song, makes you think about your path in life! I love Ronnie Laws, His song Solid ground is the reason why I love Jazz Music.

  • @martinmosley3174
    @martinmosley3174 6 років тому +6

    Timeless !!!

  • @carmenhuckleby6807
    @carmenhuckleby6807 7 років тому +12

    I grew up in detroit where wjzz n motown was making hits. Beautiful music still bring back memories

  • @kimharris8050
    @kimharris8050 3 роки тому +4

    Gorgeous song! Reminds me of my husband who passed away in 2014. We loved to listen to this. Touches my heart. Calvin! This is very sexy set up you have! Thank you for sharing with such style.

  • @TheMarky199
    @TheMarky199 5 років тому +3

    It's perfection wonderful soulful

  • @demetriusdavis3605
    @demetriusdavis3605 4 роки тому +18

    The song has me in my emotions, with all the things going so crazy in the world. 💔❤️

    • @mcb7691
      @mcb7691 2 роки тому +3

      I understand very well really makes you long for the past how it used to be so you know that's great music!

    • @Kerisa.Aleman
      @Kerisa.Aleman Рік тому

      Indeed, also when music had true sentiment. I miss the 70s and 80s

    • @andrejackson8270
      @andrejackson8270 Рік тому

      That's cause every generation is a FUK UP💯

    • @stephanie3506
      @stephanie3506 Рік тому

      Yes, I agree!

  • @12ealDealOfficial
    @12ealDealOfficial 3 роки тому +1

    Those lyrics and the instrumentation are simply out of this world.

  • @anthonychoyce6496
    @anthonychoyce6496 5 років тому +7

    A wonderful pierce with such a strong, resonating message.

  • @crystalharris-thomas1939
    @crystalharris-thomas1939 Рік тому +2

    It feels so wonderful to escape back to a time, back to a feeling when we felt safe and had all our ancestors in the flesh to enjoy life.

  • @josephinecochran4683
    @josephinecochran4683 3 роки тому +4

    I love this song

  • @CherieButler
    @CherieButler 11 років тому +5

    Quiet Storm flashbacks....Thank you so much for sharing.

  • @edwardepps7151
    @edwardepps7151 5 років тому +1

    Why can't they make music like this now??? Why???
    A timeless song from 1980 that really makes you think about one's life. At 48 its making me reflect on mine...

  • @cwell1456
    @cwell1456 8 місяців тому +1

    First, the lyrics, then the instrumental break, coupled with the jazz 🎺. WOW, it doesn't get any better than that!

  • @vwiggins1847
    @vwiggins1847 11 років тому +8

    YESSSSSS THIS IS THE WAY I FEEL LISTENING TO THIS.]!

    • @artbykeenan
      @artbykeenan 7 років тому

      fineartamerica.com/featured/every-generation-karl-keenan.html

  • @rodneyoneal8428
    @rodneyoneal8428 5 років тому +4

    Very nice good memories of this song love it. 😄😄😄😄😄😄😄😄😄😄😄🍀🍀🍀🍀🍀🍀🍀🍀🍀👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏

  • @kubluu
    @kubluu 6 років тому +14

    Pure bliss.
    Along with the "Land of Passion" LP by Hubert Laws, this was my best discovery on YT in 2017. The Laws family is supremely talented!

  • @AlmondJoie
    @AlmondJoie 3 роки тому +2

    "Child is born within the master plan. Boy grows up, leaves his home to be a man ..." This song always brings back the memory of my girlhood crush from when I was only 12 ... He was 14, big luscious fro, beautiful almond shaped brown eyes, smooth golden skin, and the most kissable lips and captivating smile that arrested my heart from the first moment I saw him. I never could've known back then that our paths were destined to cross again just 10 years later. That gorgeous man truly became the love of my life. Our shared love of soulful music, art, poetry, travel, laughter, and great food made me fall completely in love with him. No man has ever made me feel the way he did. Sometimes a profoundly great love comes around only once in a lifetime. Although we can never go back, I will always cherish the love we shared when we were young .. when I was his and he was mine.🌠

  • @saintlouis593
    @saintlouis593 11 років тому +6

    Yep, real music, so poignant, the lyrics, the sweet sax, the vocals, that bad bass!!!

  • @ettabrown8819
    @ettabrown8819 11 років тому +3

    WOW, back down memory lane!!!!!

  • @lt3074
    @lt3074 3 роки тому +3

    wow! i haven't heard this song in many many years and forgot how much i use to enjoy this tune. thanks for the upload.

  • @Roy_L_T
    @Roy_L_T Рік тому +4

    This is my go to song for a lot of reasons, it reflects a life