Early 70's R&B and funk were at the peak of music talent. There were so many artists and bands that experimented and came up with the perfect recipes. I loved rock music but the funky bands were undeniable in their talent and passion, loved listening to them just as much.
If you’re already familiar with Use Me , then this stripped down version is waaay cool. If not , then play the studio version - the up tempo and the groove are infectiously funky
@@jamelakajamal brother youve gotta reacte to gary clark jr. He a young african american dude who is doing some unreal things with music. Hes amazing singer guitar player you will not be dissapointed.
@@jamelakajamal Black people gotta get back to writing, singing and playing soulful music with deep human feeling (happy/joyful & blue/sad). Afro-Americanss have a rhythmic & musical (writing, playing, singing/dancing) special gift from God! Two or 3 generations of incredible black singing voices & soulful instrument players have been lost since just after the dawn of rap/hip-hop? What a loss for humanity. Then, there is the incredibly negative influence that gansta-ho-bling rap has had on the black community which has been the impetuous for many terrible problems there. Black rap did not start this way. The people with the money bankrolling groups like NWA and Death Row Records steered it that way. Rap started as happy music with pretty positive messages.
There will NEVER be anybody like this man right here! He is one of my all time favorites and I have a very hard time when someone covers a Bill Withers song. It just can't be done right!
I'm so much older now, with degenerative disc disease. Lots of operations, yet music like this music like mr. Bill s still makes me move around. What a blessing. Mrs Melissa Ward here. He was a true genius. And you are right, ,passionate musicians just do something good to you.
Listen to everything he’s done, and learn everything about him. Guaranteed, he’ll be one if your heroes. No doubt. Never been a more genuine human. Started his career at 30, dipped at 45 after 3 Grammys, after having tired of the industry bs. No joke. Live at Carnegie Hall is gorgeous first cut to last.
Bassist just sitting back like its a hot sunday afternoon and the drummer is the coolest, smiliest dude ever. They're all just "yeah I'm in Bill Withers' band"
Bill was and always will be old school funk. Jammed with him during the 70's and now. Please listen and watch the original video EWF "Let's grove tonight." You will shake your shoulders from beginning to end.
Hey, I was blasting this outa my car window, driving through Sutton Coldfield town centre, only a few weeks back. Educating the masses! I'll dig out my old 'Still Bill' album, and give it a spin later. RIP Bill.
Bill Withers rip. Thanks for the joy you gave us with your magic. I was so glad I was alive during this time with incredible music, including Bill Withers. I listen to him all the time.
Love these live, raw performances. No Auto-tune needed. Just stick a mic in front of him and stand back! His pitch is perfect and his performance sends chills down your spine. R.I.P. Bill. Peace from SF
Oh wow...great way to honor the late Bill Withers. He had such a powerful soul voice....his performance of his song “Hope She’ll be Happier” in the movie ‘Soul Power’ brought tears to my eyes. ‘Soul Power’ is a documentary of a three-day concert in Zaire preceding 1974's "Rumble in the Jungle" boxing match between Muhammad Ali and George Foreman.
My song. This is my fave. Bill Withers song ever. So funky and as fresh today as it was in the seventies. Stands the test of time. RIP to a wonderful musician.
Jamal the song by Bill Withers called "Lovely Day" will always reminded me of the Movie "Roll Bounce" the soundtrack to that Movie was Kick Ass, those were songs of my Youth
Oh my gosh. Jamel.The first time I heard this song, in 1971-72,I had to pull off the road to just sit and focus on it. I was enthralled!!! The syncopated rhythms and rawness of it.....nothing compares. So glad you appreciate it,too!!
I'm go glad you chose Use Me to review. My personal favorite for his rawness, funky bassline, and the sections where it's just his voice and the snare. ❤
Bill Withers could ALWAYS be heard on the radio when I was growing up in the 70s. I remember my sister who is 18 years older than myself drive around in the car with my other sister and I and hearing him with the windows rolled down in the car in the summer. Priceless memories. And you are right, these artists HAD to put their heart and soul into WHATEVER genre of music they played. They didn't have anywhere near the opportunity to get noticed and, especially a record contract. 🎵🎶🎼🎤🎹🎸
Great on you Jamel to cover this cat. One of the greatest. "Use me", "Just the two of us", "Lovely Day'. One of the coolest dogs around. You will be missed Bill!. RIP..
I think *BILL WITHERS* was inducted to the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame within the past two years. So sad to lose him and Kenny Rogers so close together. Two men I would have loved to sing with live. Very inspirational voices. ;-)
One of my all time slow jam groove songs. Danced to this with me and my husband on a cruise ship with no one else even dancing.......We only needed Bill!!! Oh Baby, Baby Baby, when you use me I can't get enough!!!! Sang it Bill!!!!
I always loved the drummer on these clips, he looks so cool and smooth and is clearly having a great time. The music is so real and so heart felt. It is a time that will never come again. It sounds so good, so real. And every man knows this feeling.
If you haven't done it yet, do Gordon Lightfoot's "Sundown". Love Bill Withers' music so much. Such a loss when he stopped, even more now that he's gone.
If this mans music doesnt speak directly to your soul it may be the case that you dont have one 😃
Amen!!!!
So true
amen
Spot on
Ya.
My favorite Bill Withers’ song! This groove is so good!! Love his song “Grandma’s Hands” too!!
Those are good ones. Jamal will like those too.
I agree! heart felt!!
Grandma's Hands is so good.
Best groove EVER!!!!!!
Kissing My Love is one of my absolute faves ... check it out ... I know I'm a day late & a dolla short ... ✊😎✊
RIP Bill Withers, one of my favorite vocalist/writers.
Bill Withers was a genius, simple chords that he injected with so much heart and soul with that magnificent voice. Thank you Jamel.
Bill Withers is just amazing! This is a great loss. RIP Mr. Withers
the drummer in the shades never missed a beat in three minutes, solid
When asked why he stopped recording new music Bill said “I didn’t have anything else to say”.
Ahhh, that makes me sad. It would have been great to hear more from him! RIP, Mr. Withers!
@@dogsareprecious4842To me its great...He was finished...He only did his best.
He went out with a bang and on top!
That's a respectable point of view.
Paul McCartney's new music just doesn't meassure up to his younger stuff, so I'd see him as a polar opposite.
Thats beautiful man
A lot of people covered this song but this is still the best R.I.P. Mr.Withers
Have you heard the Liza Minelli version? Incredible & unexpected :-)
Mick Jagger's version off of Wandering Spirit is a great version
I Remember listening to him and the Reverend Al Green growing up. Also the Spinners Games people play and the Stylistics you make me feel brand new.
Al Green is great too
Early 70's R&B and funk were at the peak of music talent. There were so many artists and bands that experimented and came up with the perfect recipes. I loved rock music but the funky bands were undeniable in their talent and passion, loved listening to them just as much.
Yes Bill Withers, Al Green Best Old School Music it Takes You Back
The Manhattans, The Chi-lites, The O Jays, Chaka Khan, The Brothers Johnson ....Strawberry Letter 22
if you can't groove to this"your dead inside"rip bill
This one is a solid favorite for me. "Lovely Day" is one where he just sustains the notes so long, but this one is dirty good soul for sure. Thanks!
My favorite. Is lean on me. Just love the message of the song. An in times like this. It's fitting.
R I P Bill. Thanks for the memories.
Bill Withers was in a class of his own...When he sang it started somewhere in his soul and passed through his lips. He was the best of the best!
One of my all time favorite artists!
If you’re already familiar with Use Me , then this stripped down version is waaay cool. If not , then play the studio version - the up tempo and the groove are infectiously funky
Yes I’m familiar🙏🏾
@@jamelakajamal Thank you Mr. Rampage, such a good song and so funky. RIP Bill
@@jamelakajamal brother youve gotta reacte to gary clark jr. He a young african american dude who is doing some unreal things with music. Hes amazing singer guitar player you will not be dissapointed.
@@jamelakajamal please use this one. Its one of his most unreal performamces ua-cam.com/video/YYoBiDlWVu0/v-deo.html
@@jamelakajamal Black people gotta get back to writing, singing and playing soulful music with deep human feeling (happy/joyful & blue/sad). Afro-Americanss have a rhythmic & musical (writing, playing, singing/dancing) special gift from God! Two or 3 generations of incredible black singing voices & soulful instrument players have been lost since just after the dawn of rap/hip-hop? What a loss for humanity.
Then, there is the incredibly negative influence that gansta-ho-bling rap has had on the black community which has been the impetuous for many terrible problems there. Black rap did not start this way. The people with the money bankrolling groups like NWA and Death Row Records steered it that way. Rap started as happy music with pretty positive messages.
This...truly love this. Bill was the coolest of all. This song is tremendous......that voice...wow.!!
This live “unplugged” version is 🔥
After discovering more of Bill's work with Use Me being my favorite tune, I can say this live version is better than the Still Bill version
Bill Withers, raised me!! Not literally but his music did!! RIP..brother Bill!!
There will NEVER be anybody like this man right here! He is one of my all time favorites and I have a very hard time when someone covers a Bill Withers song. It just can't be done right!
As a 49 year old, looking back at these old performances just brings joy to my heart. This dude was the stuff.
R.I.P Bill Withers a true soul brother.
One of my favourite songwriters/ musicians in the world. RIP Bill; thanks for all the music!
Just the Two of Us - Grover Washington Jr with Bill on vocals
I was about to ask if he was involved with this song! Thanks.
I love this song too!
Bill Withers is the Man! No one lays it down like that. Dude is off the charts! ✨🔥🔥🔥
I LOVE any Bill Withers song! Especially Who Is He And What Is He To You? Simply jams with the truth!
Great song.
I'm so much older now, with degenerative disc disease. Lots of operations, yet music like this music like mr. Bill s still makes me move around. What a blessing. Mrs Melissa Ward here. He was a true genius. And you are right, ,passionate musicians just do something good to you.
Another great Bill Withers song. Keep them coming.
Love the whole groove of this tune, solid gold. Bill Withers, one of the greats!
so good! that beat with that voice...the man's a National Treasure no question...
Love his voice! How could you not?
James Gadson, straight from the mothership, on drums !
Just gotta love Bill Withers, what a voice! Great reaction!
Listen to everything he’s done, and learn everything about him. Guaranteed, he’ll be one if your heroes. No doubt. Never been a more genuine human. Started his career at 30, dipped at 45 after 3 Grammys, after having tired of the industry bs. No joke. Live at Carnegie Hall is gorgeous first cut to last.
I will have to check out if I can see the performance at Carnegie hall. I love Bill Withers from back in the day
And R&R HoF
Probably my favourite Withers tune. And this versions is just sooooo right.
Also, the drummer is just loving it.
Feeling a little low here in Manhattan but these two Bill Withers reactions lifted my spirits. Keep up the good work bro.
Keep strong man. Love from Ireland.
Same here. We’ll get through it. We always do.
@@sukie584 Sounds great to me!
Still Bill on loop.
Goodd for the soul
Hang in there! We’re on day 23 of lockdown here in Austin! 💜💜💜
What a talent Bill was! Itsa spiritual place they go to.
Bassist just sitting back like its a hot sunday afternoon and the drummer is the coolest, smiliest dude ever. They're all just "yeah I'm in Bill Withers' band"
He left us so many gifts. Rest in power Bill Withers.
The 70's vibes man the best of music to choose from. 🤙😃epic
My favorite song from one of my favorite artists...this shit NEVER gets old!
Bill Withers had one of the great voices in music . Thanks for the great videos you're putting out.
James Gadson's shuffle is insanely complicated but so smooth and cool.
Damn that brother had soul... R.I.P. Bill Withers 🎶
I met James Gadson some years back. He is the drummer on this and was the nicest man. He has set a standard for so many. This song kills!!
Bill Withers - Lovely Day. This man can groove. Thank you.
My fav musician of all time. RIP ❤️
Knew it. One of my favorite songs ever. RIP.
Love this song....and that drummer is too cool for school... thanks for the reaction!
Yeah facts
Another song that kinda ties in with his passing is, "Grandma's Hands" Check it when you can!
chrisv966 and part of it inspiring some of the same rhythm in “No Diggity”
grandma's hands is probably as close as it gets to a song to play at a funeral for a loved person that meant so much, like bill! rip
Bill was and always will be old school funk. Jammed with him during the 70's and now. Please listen and watch the original video EWF "Let's grove tonight." You will shake your shoulders from beginning to end.
The great James Gadson on the drums, one of the groove kings
That look.
"I've got this!"
😁👍
how would i describe bill withers: passion,authenticity and brilliance!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
dude had soul that cant be taught. thats true soul!!!
There is a re-appreciation going on of Bill Withers’ music and singing and playing. And you’re in its vanguard!
Hey, I was blasting this outa my car window, driving through Sutton Coldfield town centre, only a few weeks back. Educating the masses! I'll dig out my old 'Still Bill' album, and give it a spin later. RIP Bill.
Bill Withers rip. Thanks for the joy you gave us with your magic. I was so glad I was alive during this time with incredible music, including Bill Withers. I listen to him all the time.
Love these live, raw performances. No Auto-tune needed. Just stick a mic in front of him and stand back! His pitch is perfect and his performance sends chills down your spine. R.I.P. Bill.
Peace from SF
Oh wow...great way to honor the late Bill Withers. He had such a powerful soul voice....his performance of his song “Hope She’ll be Happier” in the movie ‘Soul Power’ brought tears to my eyes. ‘Soul Power’ is a documentary of a three-day concert in Zaire preceding 1974's "Rumble in the Jungle" boxing match between Muhammad Ali and George Foreman.
Another sound of childhood ❤️
My song. This is my fave. Bill Withers song ever. So funky and as fresh today as it was in the seventies. Stands the test of time. RIP to a wonderful musician.
Jamal the song by Bill Withers called "Lovely Day" will always reminded me of the Movie "Roll Bounce" the soundtrack to that Movie was Kick Ass, those were songs of my Youth
Oh my gosh. Jamel.The first time I heard this song, in 1971-72,I had to pull off the road to just sit and focus on it. I was enthralled!!! The syncopated rhythms and rawness of it.....nothing compares. So glad you appreciate it,too!!
I'm go glad you chose Use Me to review. My personal favorite for his rawness, funky bassline, and the sections where it's just his voice and the snare. ❤
Thank you sir! Amazing song
RIP Bill
Lou Rawls "Lady Love", "You'll never find another love like mine","Natural Man"
As a kid.. my dad played "lady love" to DEAF!!! Great Memories. :)
Lou Rawls had absolutely the smoothest voice I ever heard ever. Going from the 50's on.
Love is a hurting thing.
One of the best song writers of all time and his voice is unbelievable love him
This is an excellent song! Love it!
Bill Withers could ALWAYS be heard on the radio when I was growing up in the 70s.
I remember my sister who is 18 years older than myself drive around in the car with my other sister and I and hearing him with the windows rolled down in the car in the summer.
Priceless memories.
And you are right, these artists HAD to put their heart and soul into WHATEVER genre of music they played. They didn't have anywhere near the opportunity to get noticed and, especially a record contract.
🎵🎶🎼🎤🎹🎸
“Brother if you only knew . . .😎✌🏼”
Bill's music was dripping with soul. R.I.P.
Love your Teach Peace shirt! Great song!
He was a freaking legend. No music today even holds a candle.Damn I am glad I was born in the 60s.
Me too man our music still appreciated
You need to check out Billy Paul “Me and Mrs. Jones, Minnie Ripperton “ Loving you” , Roberta Flack “ Killing me softly” all from that same era
I second your motion 😊
Jeffery Osborne too.
Great on you Jamel to cover this cat. One of the greatest. "Use me", "Just the two of us", "Lovely Day'. One of the coolest dogs around. You will be missed Bill!. RIP..
Uncle Bill was everyone's buddy. Love to hear you dig on Lean on Me from Live at Carnegie Hall..
RIP Mr Withers, Thank You for all your beautiful music. My condolences to Mr. Withers family, friends, loved ones and fans.
I definitely recommend Barry White, Can’t get enough of your love baby
RIP Brother Bill!!! Shoutout 2 James Gadson on drums so damn funky
Bill withers got me threw a bad patch when I was a teenager.
One of my favorites of his. The most soulful sound in this universe. RIP Bill. 🙏🏼
I think *BILL WITHERS* was inducted to the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame within the past two years. So sad to lose him and Kenny Rogers so close together. Two men I would have loved to sing with live. Very inspirational voices. ;-)
One of my all time slow jam groove songs. Danced to this with me and my husband on a cruise ship with no one else even dancing.......We only needed Bill!!! Oh Baby, Baby Baby, when you use me I can't get enough!!!! Sang it Bill!!!!
Here's an interesting song from back in that time period. Tightrope by Leon Russell
Nobody had a style that came anywhere close to Leon's.
Dr John The Night Tripper, with Right Place, Wrong Time. He was close friends with Leon.
The LEGENDARY Iconic Mr Bill Withers
'Who Is He' is a great one, and of course 'Lovely Day'
Growing up in the early 70's was a blessing, Bill taught me what a groove truly was in music.
Now it's time for the Founding Fathers of Funk
"Sly and Family Stone"
Song "Thank You( falettinme be nice elf agin).
Does it get any Funkier?!!,
jgsrhythm100 “ Everyday People” is my favorite
Them....and the Funky Meters.
Check out - "War" - Low Rider, Spill The Wine, Why Can't We Be Friends, Tobacco Road.......
Sly Stone's "If You Want Me to Stay," It always gets this old fat man moving.
@@ajschroetlin2196
You're on the edge of that New Orleans funk whirlpool!
Meters.
Neville Brothers.
Right through to Dumpstaphunk
He was such a clean, smooth, singer. It is sad that he is gone but, he did leave such a legacy behind. Great reaction, Jamel. Thank you!
RIP Bill Withers
The drummer, James Gadson may have been the coolest cat to ever walk the earth. That smile he'd shine, that man is from Planet Funk.
the re-mastered version of Lovely Day by Bill is ...playlist
I saw this video the first time right after I heard he died was blown away drummer is so cool and Bill was so talented
Yeah
Yes!!! Now do "Just the two of us" "Lovely Day" and "Grandma's Hands". The last one was sampled by Blackstreet...
I always loved the drummer on these clips, he looks so cool and smooth and is clearly having a great time. The music is so real and so heart felt. It is a time that will never come again. It sounds so good, so real. And every man knows this feeling.
If you haven't done it yet, do Gordon Lightfoot's "Sundown".
Love Bill Withers' music so much. Such a loss when he stopped, even more now that he's gone.
This is truly unexplainable..I can rewind this and listen to it all day..one of my favs!
Request: The Isley Brothers -- Who's that Lady. You'll love Ernie Isley's playing. And of course their vocals kick butt.
That drummer is groovy baby.
If you listen to Bill Withers' *"Grandma's Hands"*, you'll hear where Blackstreet and Teddy Riley got the sample for *"No Diggity"*.
Bill Withers has more Soul and feeling than all of the artist today. When he comes on the radio you know it. We miss his raw talent