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  • "Free" by Deniece Williams
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    Lyrics:
    Whispering in his ear
    My magic potion for love
    Telling him I'm sincere
    And that there's nothing too good for us
    And I just got to be me, free, free
    Whispering in his ear
    My magic potion for love
    Telling him I'm sincere
    And that there's nothing too good for us
    But I want to be free, free, free
    And I just got to be me, yeah, me, me
    #DenieceWilliams #Free #OfficialAudio #RnB #Soul

КОМЕНТАРІ • 8 тис.

  • @desi-likes-unicorns3214
    @desi-likes-unicorns3214 4 роки тому +6525

    My father loved Denise Williams so much. He played this song and other songs by her . He passed on Valentine’s Day 2020. I was in office max last week to get a blow up picture of him for the funeral. As I sit waiting in there .. the worker played Denise Williams song “Free” and then another song by her right afterwards. I knew that was my Dad communicating to me that he is ok. I almost broke down in the store. What are the odds that out of all the songs the employee could have played off his phone, it would be her. We miss u dad. You were only 62 yrs old smh 🤎

  • @melissahunter2134
    @melissahunter2134 2 місяці тому +400

    Who listening to this in 2024 ❤❤❤❤

  • @eumekathomas9925
    @eumekathomas9925 Місяць тому +216

    Who's here in 2024?? I miss REAL R&B ❤❤❤❤❤

    • @cynthiabustamante2884
      @cynthiabustamante2884 Місяць тому +6

      Here because we know great music!!!

    • @lawrencekeyser2914
      @lawrencekeyser2914 Місяць тому +6

      Listening to her song, it's like my body is here but my soul has transcended to another time .

    • @angelacain3965
      @angelacain3965 Місяць тому +2

      Me!

    • @ElvisDavila-oz2qk
      @ElvisDavila-oz2qk Місяць тому +3

      It's Never Gets Old!! We From That Era!! Peace!!

    • @Teek_86
      @Teek_86 28 днів тому +3

      Me too. New rap and R&B is terrible!

  • @jamesozby1420
    @jamesozby1420 Рік тому +777

    Earth, Wind & Fire did the music for this song. Verdine White on bass. Larry Dunn on keys. Maurice & Phillip B., background voices. And those Phoenix horns too. Dem boys made this a smooth song. ❤❤❤

    • @michaelprince3486
      @michaelprince3486 Рік тому +64

      Don"t forget about the late great Charles Stepney he arranged and Produce this Classic

    • @blizzred2143
      @blizzred2143 Рік тому +37

      This made the track even more valuable ❤

    • @alonzoneloms5651
      @alonzoneloms5651 Рік тому +35

      I didn't know this!

    • @cchisolm92cc
      @cchisolm92cc Рік тому +29

      Well I can say that I was today years old hearing about this but it would explain the euphoric transition you have once that beat drops.

    • @thomasdauphin4550
      @thomasdauphin4550 Рік тому +28

      Go figure EWF one of my favorite bands of all time .. I didnt know they did the backup on this one thanks for sharing..

  • @joshualowe1821
    @joshualowe1821 5 років тому +3362

    This song is a MASTERPIECE!! Who agrees??!!

    • @ngakongako1004
      @ngakongako1004 5 років тому +21

      Definitely

    • @kattalady8114
      @kattalady8114 5 років тому +17

      Yes!!!!!

    • @lenbrian9484
      @lenbrian9484 5 років тому +19

      yes it is. "I don't want your ass anymore, but here's a nice song"

    • @veronicaalleyne
      @veronicaalleyne 5 років тому +25

      you don't see much of or not any of these kinds of vocal ranges in popular music today

    • @laeyontiianaijaealfred2968
      @laeyontiianaijaealfred2968 5 років тому +17

      @@veronicaalleyne I agree , music will never be the Same , there's some potential but almost none can compare.

  • @michaelcreate744
    @michaelcreate744 5 років тому +3259

    I swear Deniece Williams and Minnie Ripperton had some killer octaves .

  • @breenacouch6539
    @breenacouch6539 3 місяці тому +103

    My grandmother would wake us all up playing this song at full blast at 3am. I would get so upset. I look back and laugh now. I love you Gran- Gran rest easy. You’re free ❤

  • @sofia1828
    @sofia1828 Місяць тому +112

    Who’s here just to be in that moment again 2024 ❤😊

  • @jetlife313
    @jetlife313 4 роки тому +1087

    I love all my black people ❤️ stay safe

    • @roddanlives2650
      @roddanlives2650 3 роки тому +16

      How can you not?

    • @jetlife313
      @jetlife313 3 роки тому +40

      @@roddanlives2650 in today’s day and age it’s complicated lol

    • @marlaholt3697
      @marlaholt3697 3 роки тому +12

      tryin

    • @mikeholt7881
      @mikeholt7881 3 роки тому +20

      Implore them to listen to MLK and Malcolm X then: stop shootin' and stop abortin'

    • @kayrup3712
      @kayrup3712 3 роки тому +5

      ❤❤❤❤🖤🖤🖤🖤💜💜💜💜

  • @bagley232
    @bagley232 6 років тому +1191

    no matter the generation, you cant deny this song

    • @sir-geopatsin4949
      @sir-geopatsin4949 5 років тому +9

      @bagley232 nobody can deny this. Also check out R.kelly 'We Ride' with Cam'ron and Jay-Z. I think they looped the melody. It's really good

    • @nicolegrace8555
      @nicolegrace8555 5 років тому +9

      Facts

    • @veronicaalleyne
      @veronicaalleyne 5 років тому +19

      a time when people really sang & played their instruments

    • @marcusmuse4787
      @marcusmuse4787 5 років тому +5

      I miss this time but I'm glad I grew up there with good music. mex/whiteboy

    • @veepaul7176
      @veepaul7176 5 років тому +13

      Beautiful song

  • @winniejohnson5559
    @winniejohnson5559 2 місяці тому +123

    2024 who is listening

  • @SS-ii6nz
    @SS-ii6nz 9 місяців тому +246

    Denise Williams, Minnie Ripperton and Chante Moore have a unique sound that capture the soul of your heart when they sing. They deserve to be praised and respected for their contribution and outstanding achievements in the music business. Excellent voices that can hit major high notes.❤❤❤❤

  • @ileneclayton8015
    @ileneclayton8015 5 років тому +1433

    2019 who's still jamming with this song? I love classic music😘😍

    • @tismazelner3992
      @tismazelner3992 5 років тому +11

      The only music worth listening to

    • @chachamatta6646
      @chachamatta6646 5 років тому +8

      STILL LOVE ME SOME NIECY😙

    • @captainufo
      @captainufo 5 років тому +9

      A real classic beautiful song,it takes me way back...sigh

    • @uthmanamoni
      @uthmanamoni 5 років тому +5

      check out ' The Twinz'- Eastside LB

    • @katrinalewis6543
      @katrinalewis6543 5 років тому +6

      Ilene Clayton... Still jamming, 2019.

  • @herinfinitepossibilities9426
    @herinfinitepossibilities9426 4 роки тому +552

    To all who is listening I wish you nothing but better days. Bless up.

  • @mariobruyere9169
    @mariobruyere9169 9 місяців тому +187

    OMG! Heard that song played yesterday at Starbucks and it brought back so many memories. When I told the barista that it was a big hit back in 1977, she said "Really? It is that old?" Good music never ages.

    • @jasonliebenberg7918
      @jasonliebenberg7918 7 місяців тому +20

      Good music is like fine wine...❤❤❤😊😊👌🇿🇦

    • @user-fc3ki3gb7u
      @user-fc3ki3gb7u 3 місяці тому +4

      Absolutely correct

    • @brigittemrosek3869
      @brigittemrosek3869 2 місяці тому

      Ich bin aus Bremerhaven/Fishtown und bin 67 Jahre alt, bin 1957 geboren,dieses Lied hat so viele schöne Erinnerungen. Und Denice singt aus meinem Herzen: das wichtigste für mich ist die FREIHEIT. Und ich habe diese FREIHEIT zu 80% immer gelebt. Ich liebe Denice Williams 💚.

    • @michaelfabian3036
      @michaelfabian3036 2 місяці тому +1

      😎🤌💎👏👏👏WOWW Mr. Mario, today in fact I'm sitting in a Starbucks & heard this gem🎶 & was reminded of it SO pleasantly from my much~younger years!! Been listening to it on UA-cam as I did a bit of work today~💯🎯SPLENDID & GOLDEN like the finest🍷

  • @RICHMOND94114
    @RICHMOND94114 7 місяців тому +108

    1976, what an amazing year for music.

  • @fathertime2357
    @fathertime2357 6 років тому +1814

    Back in da day when black people lived to love

  • @toidean4834
    @toidean4834 6 років тому +1116

    If butterflies could make music it would sound like this🤗❤💖💥

  • @YouuuMaddddBroooo
    @YouuuMaddddBroooo Рік тому +207

    I am 59 years old...this is one that plays in my head the most😊

    • @melanie22sharma60
      @melanie22sharma60 Рік тому +2

      same

    • @anthonybrown429
      @anthonybrown429 8 місяців тому +2

      I'm 57 and It is for me too...but for a number of reasons and I'm back listening again for one of those reasons. Always loved her voice and talent.

    • @ScorpioMojo
      @ScorpioMojo 7 місяців тому +4

      Just turned 60 in late October. I think this came out when we were in 7th grade. Another timeless, soulful R&B classic 🎶

  • @lolamonroe5910
    @lolamonroe5910 Рік тому +531

    This song always makes me feel like glitter ✨ 💛 💖

  • @MrSkootboy88
    @MrSkootboy88 6 років тому +598

    One of the prettiest voices I've heard in my life!!!!!!

  • @carlawilliams5-26-27
    @carlawilliams5-26-27 3 роки тому +648

    Her voice is beyond the gift......

  • @nikinichole777
    @nikinichole777 Місяць тому +22

    My grandmother loved deniece and Gladys knight. She played this song all the time. I can see her smiling listening to this. Now I understand the words and why she loved❤ I miss you Jewel (grandma)

  • @tenekawiggins416
    @tenekawiggins416 Рік тому +188

    I LOVE this song ...They do NOT make music like this anymore CLASSIC ❤

    • @adamyisrael2557
      @adamyisrael2557 11 місяців тому +7

      It isn't dead. Got to search but it didn't die I can be for certain in saying that there are some young pioneers around me that have the soul music in them. Too bad these industry folks only want to promote violence, lies, and false narrative of black culture.

    • @jayportalatin654
      @jayportalatin654 7 місяців тому +3

      They're talking all the good music out like this and replaced with bs!! They know if they play it, our youth, especially black youth would like it and get back to reality,they want to keep youth with stupid music and bs reality!! Remember that!😊

    • @AJFar-tm7dn
      @AJFar-tm7dn 6 місяців тому

      Def.

  • @janae9173
    @janae9173 5 років тому +769

    My mother used to play this song all the time 💕💕 R.I.P. 💚💚💚🌸

    • @YTtunes222
      @YTtunes222 4 роки тому +16

      same
      RIP mom thanks for ....... everything

    • @jamesabril1961
      @jamesabril1961 4 роки тому +7

      Your mother had great taste in music!

    • @tgs8988
      @tgs8988 4 роки тому +6

      Sorry for your loss 🙏

    • @TheeLadyLegend
      @TheeLadyLegend 4 роки тому +10

      Mines to rip Janice Denise Pitts 😘😘😘♥️♥️😘♥️♥️

    • @chardiayoub2106
      @chardiayoub2106 4 роки тому +7

      Rip.. She is in a good place now

  • @laviniahowell8800
    @laviniahowell8800 3 роки тому +2376

    Who still Jamming in 2021Smooth listening ❤️❤️❤️☺️☺️☺️

    • @damienwilbert2006
      @damienwilbert2006 3 роки тому +39

      Indeed! I'm slapping this hit at this very moment!

    • @edwincruz5471
      @edwincruz5471 3 роки тому +24

      Yah ain't the only one 1😏😎😍🌹🔥

    • @alainberlaty1394
      @alainberlaty1394 3 роки тому +15

      I am

    • @aboriginalstraightshooter7967
      @aboriginalstraightshooter7967 3 роки тому +28

      Me!!! @ 7:32pm on the 1st 77° day in upstate New York! Peace & positivity to all my people..🧘🏾‍♀️🥰🦅

    • @lindalake5433
      @lindalake5433 3 роки тому +9

      ❤❤❤💖💖💖❤❤❤🔥🔥🔥🔥

  • @__Reena_P
    @__Reena_P 7 місяців тому +42

    Take me back to the 70’s please…
    When I was “FREE”❤️♥️
    What an angelic voice 🥰♥️♥️
    Love it!!! 🥰❤️

  • @adrianlocke6456
    @adrianlocke6456 7 місяців тому +70

    Still listening in 2023! I was just a kid when this song came out. I remember thinking I can't wait to be grown whenever I heard this song... THIS was that "grown-up" song for me!! ❤

  • @damonsmith625
    @damonsmith625 3 роки тому +176

    I want to be free from all the evil in this world

  • @mkell5173
    @mkell5173 5 років тому +359

    I'm convinced. Denise Williams is an actual Angel

  • @jacquekayton4454
    @jacquekayton4454 Рік тому +94

    This song popped up in my playlist at the right moment..i just got out of a relationship and instead of feeling dumped, i feel 'free'..finally free from the abuse..this song is so fitting in some way...

    • @mslyne
      @mslyne 11 місяців тому +3

      Same here...preparing fornt he break...it hurts but I wanna be free!! I NEED to be FREE!

    • @kevinwalsh4652
      @kevinwalsh4652 8 місяців тому +6

      Hi from Providence, RI, relationships take humility, trust, the ability to communicate feelings NOT thoughts, unconditional forgiveness and a complete lack of keeping score via a resentment list, true love is difficult because there are two types in the world: givers and takers, anything outside of two givers, it's destined to fail, today, so many people have mental health issues they never address and carry their baggage into relationships, somewhere along the line, the team, two friends, simply implode and it's sad but it's indicative of larger issues, remember: you are not here to make anyone happy, nor are people here to make you happy...that's not reality

    • @innocentthlathla5464
      @innocentthlathla5464 6 місяців тому +1

      Don't know you, but I love this for you❤

  • @ufjazzman
    @ufjazzman 9 місяців тому +53

    The voice of an angel.

  • @bigmack6344
    @bigmack6344 5 років тому +309

    Deneice Williams one of the best, yet most underrated R&B singers of all time!

    • @griffitz100
      @griffitz100 4 роки тому +2

      @Kimble Simpson yes she was. and STILL is.

    • @veronicaalleyne
      @veronicaalleyne 4 роки тому +2

      she wasn;t underrated where I come from

    • @davidcopson5800
      @davidcopson5800 4 роки тому +4

      That underrated comment is overrated.

    • @mercedes7811
      @mercedes7811 4 роки тому +7

      Unfortunately talented black artists usually are ignored or not acknowledged as they should be while talented or untalented white artists are rewarded. Off topic but please vote for Whitney daily to be inducted into Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. She is #6 and only the top 5 are voted in. Also please vote for Chaka/Rufus who are also deserving but are near the he bottom of the voting.

    • @gordonmckenzie2920
      @gordonmckenzie2920 4 роки тому

      Never underrated...this woman is an icon

  • @jchappelleh
    @jchappelleh 3 роки тому +460

    "I want to be free....
    and I just got to be me."
    Something about those words...it just hits the soul.

  • @lemontephillips510
    @lemontephillips510 Рік тому +90

    Rest in Power to Fred & Maurice White of Earth Wing & Fire and everyone who made Deniece’s debut album what it was and remains to be... TIMELESS! Just think, this album was released in August 1976. I ♥️ you Neicy

    • @bronxkies
      @bronxkies 2 місяці тому +2

      You know what, why am I not surprise? That bassline? The arrangement? The instrumentation? That has EWF all over it! WOW I never knew this until I read your comment. Makes it even better!

    • @winniejohnson5559
      @winniejohnson5559 2 місяці тому +3

      @@bronxkies can go back to ramsey lewis this is his sound more than maurice's .. go back to that cut that ramsey did and ewf redid. sun goddess. and you will hear exactly what i am speaking or writing of.

    • @bronxkies
      @bronxkies 2 місяці тому

      @@winniejohnson5559 I’ll check it out

  • @TheAceman722
    @TheAceman722 Рік тому +186

    It's 2023 and this song is a classic. Love it

  • @lindaporter741
    @lindaporter741 2 роки тому +422

    One of my favorite songs. I am free. Living my life for the Lord.

    • @DaisyAnnabelle65
      @DaisyAnnabelle65 2 роки тому +11

      GLORY! ✝️

    • @veronicaalleyne
      @veronicaalleyne Рік тому

      religion is nothing more than crowd control

    • @jonesfamilyfarm9230
      @jonesfamilyfarm9230 Рік тому +5

      Amen 🙏 thk you Lord

    • @peterrettich3646
      @peterrettich3646 Рік тому +6

      maybe better live your life for yourself and your family

    • @kashking2276
      @kashking2276 Рік тому +6

      Amen!!! This comment should’ve had the most likes!!! He’s coming back here soon… we gotta get ready quick!!!

  • @milton112
    @milton112 2 роки тому +456

    Saw her not long ago at one of the many Detroit music festivals. She saved this for last saying, “Y’all know I wouldn’t leave without singing this”. The cheers were deafening. Salute.

  • @gabriellehanks6850
    @gabriellehanks6850 Рік тому +29

    Gary, Indiana's finest💖
    We love you Niecy💯

  • @user-vv8nz7yn4b
    @user-vv8nz7yn4b Місяць тому +21

    I'm 64 and I spent years listening to this album. Some reason tonight, she came into my mind. I love "free". I'm so sorry for this is a great loss. See you in heaven Denise❤❤❤

  • @lovellthagoat9936
    @lovellthagoat9936 3 роки тому +853

    I’m only 23 and I’m jamming this right now,if your soul is righteous no matter the generation this song will effect you at least musically

    • @mariogansbeke
      @mariogansbeke 3 роки тому +16

      Wise words. I bought this album on my first city trip to London in the late seventies (yes, I'm an old fart) and never stopped listening since.

    • @DigitalSubset
      @DigitalSubset 3 роки тому +18

      Hell I'm 20 and been listening to this since I was a baby my dads real old school

    • @mitchellmack435
      @mitchellmack435 3 роки тому +14

      Good taste youngsta

    • @ANeal360
      @ANeal360 3 роки тому +4

      So true.

    • @darlenee.l.3131
      @darlenee.l.3131 3 роки тому +7

      You got that right!

  • @reginaldd.reglusmba6246
    @reginaldd.reglusmba6246 3 роки тому +396

    Who else thinks her voice transcends time and space? Timeless special voice!

    • @williebowen2965
      @williebowen2965 2 роки тому +6

      DENEICE Williams, Minnie Ripperton Mariah Carey & Chant'e Moore

    • @williebowen2965
      @williebowen2965 2 роки тому +6

      Deneuce Will& and Minnie Ripperton are timeless Songbirds. Plus Minnie Ripperton replaced Deniece Williams in Stevie Wonder's Wonderlove Road band as background singers

    • @carlottasanders674
      @carlottasanders674 2 роки тому +2

      @@williebowen2965 q

    • @rodneyplayer5785
      @rodneyplayer5785 2 роки тому +3

      @@williebowen2965 love these two. I remember when Deneice's debut album came out while I was in high school. That summer I took her album with me when I went on vacation.

    • @williebowen2965
      @williebowen2965 2 роки тому +1

      @@rodneyplayer5785 That's awesome bro.

  • @feliciaedmond2776
    @feliciaedmond2776 Рік тому +76

    This song is like my anthem. Being free and being me.

  • @KEEPGOD1ST633
    @KEEPGOD1ST633 2 місяці тому +37

    JESUS IS LORD🙏🏽

  • @teshag7602
    @teshag7602 4 роки тому +1794

    Who else is still listening in 2020!!

    • @biggboot4017
      @biggboot4017 4 роки тому +13

      Young Tesh..Finish your baby formula..This is for the 20 and over..lil🍼..😘😂😂

    • @calico1592
      @calico1592 4 роки тому +16

      Damn right, good times!

    • @jdagrees9609
      @jdagrees9609 4 роки тому +12

      Yes ma'am in the midst of Spring 🥰🤞🏽

    • @darrenredding809
      @darrenredding809 4 роки тому +11

      Oh yes!! ❤️

    • @Frostgrl681
      @Frostgrl681 4 роки тому +8

      I'm a' listenin' to the master, sho ya' right

  • @kenes14
    @kenes14 5 років тому +167

    This must be how Angels in heaven sound.

    • @kstats8243
      @kstats8243 4 роки тому +1

      kenes14 you don’t say.
      Her voice is pure love and joy to my ears.
      I wonder if she still sounds the same today.

    • @markcutts383
      @markcutts383 4 роки тому

      Lovely from Denise.
      But, can you smoke in Heaven?
      It can't kill you surely?
      If not I'm not going.

  • @AUTHENTIK4L
    @AUTHENTIK4L 5 місяців тому +17

    Play this song when I can’t sleep! Soothing for the soul

  • @judithl.morton9178
    @judithl.morton9178 Рік тому +46

    Her voice it just goes up into the stratosphere she is so amazing

  • @geniagenia1387
    @geniagenia1387 4 роки тому +1437

    This takes me back to my childhood Saturday clean the house day - I can smell clean laundry, the pine-sol and incense now

    • @richardbrown7441
      @richardbrown7441 4 роки тому +7

      Download app called got questions. Also listen on u tube f free a book called prayers that rout demons

    • @michaelkoszowski2791
      @michaelkoszowski2791 4 роки тому +23

      Genia Genia ...hits and sooths the soul ..."let's hear it for the girl" !!!

    • @PrimesydeDj
      @PrimesydeDj 4 роки тому +1

      Right

    • @richardbrown7441
      @richardbrown7441 4 роки тому +2

      @@michaelkoszowski2791 prayers that rout demons by john erkhardt ...get this book but you need faith

    • @michaelkoszowski2791
      @michaelkoszowski2791 4 роки тому +7

      Richard Brown ...ok ...thankyou sir .

  • @ashlynp.1988
    @ashlynp.1988 3 роки тому +293

    How many listen to this but get spiritual vibes!!!🌈🌈🌈 #free

  • @Forgotten1
    @Forgotten1 8 місяців тому +13

    As a youth I played this song for my mom on the 45 turntable. Moms, you broke the mold. I know you smiling from heaven. RIP babe

  • @coffeebreak9224
    @coffeebreak9224 10 місяців тому +44

    Whoever produced and wrote this song is a f* legend. AND, they couldn’t get a better singer to execute. I was born in 1983 and this song will ALWAYS be a vibe ❤

    • @johnkadell6319
      @johnkadell6319 9 місяців тому +8

      Maurice White. Earth Wind & Fire put their magic to this masterpiece.

    • @mcjai84
      @mcjai84 9 місяців тому +6

      Maurice White and Charles Stepney

    • @musical_lolu4811
      @musical_lolu4811 9 місяців тому +1

      The production feels like it has Greg Phillinganes written all over it. If he was involved I wouldn't be surprised.

    • @sw9868
      @sw9868 4 місяці тому +2

      Lyrics were written by Deniece!!

    • @kourtneykruse9081
      @kourtneykruse9081 4 місяці тому

      Born in 83 too! Also, AGREE

  • @dbrown5784
    @dbrown5784 3 роки тому +413

    Sorry to say but there are no modern songs that is so loving and beautiful like this one. It just touches your soul. Back when musicians actually used musical instruments

    • @joseperez1085
      @joseperez1085 3 роки тому +6

      So true.

    • @marvinwilliams3459
      @marvinwilliams3459 3 роки тому +8

      @Dee Brown, speak truth, I'm a real musician and I feel you homie, big ups and be blessed 🙌

    • @antoineemory6772
      @antoineemory6772 2 роки тому +7

      maurice white produced this WITH EWF PLAYING THA INSTRUMENTALS that's why it sounds so good.

    • @burgbound34
      @burgbound34 2 роки тому +11

      Solange cranes in the sky is the closest i have heard to this song in modern day.

    • @tinajoseph5246
      @tinajoseph5246 2 роки тому +6

      Also, there aren't many "Coloratura" Sopranos. Her range is phenomenal!

  • @woodsoncircle
    @woodsoncircle 6 років тому +546

    Denise sings like a bird. So effortlessly ...

    • @LadySwag502
      @LadySwag502 6 років тому +13

      KRAS 4 Like a bird of paradise...

    • @johnboy5156
      @johnboy5156 5 років тому +14

      Soooo soft and sweet

    • @kennnethgreen1408
      @kennnethgreen1408 5 років тому +15

      Yes she was part of Stevie wonders Song birds with Minnie Ripleton....💚👊💯

    • @johnboy5156
      @johnboy5156 5 років тому +3

      Right didnt know that good one .

    • @trez3m
      @trez3m 5 років тому +4

      I am still jammin' lol

  • @datruestory968
    @datruestory968 2 роки тому +48

    I was born in 1977. Kid in 80’s. Teen in 90’s The musical playlist I grew up with was epic and I can’t see it being matched!

  • @chsb1563
    @chsb1563 5 місяців тому +12

    I loved this song as a kid and it still sends me soaring at the age of 53! It takes me to a serene, peaceful place. 😊

  • @louiecolon9494
    @louiecolon9494 4 роки тому +416

    This song is so mellow. I'm still jamming on it 2021, 45 years later.

    • @benjamincarter1884
      @benjamincarter1884 3 роки тому +4

      Great music will do it every time 👍

    • @kayekay3691
      @kayekay3691 3 роки тому +3

      Same here 44 years later

    • @dennismclaurin1487
      @dennismclaurin1487 3 роки тому +2

      Nice lounge music.

    • @enyceofnyc
      @enyceofnyc 3 роки тому

      Word

    • @lyonsmt11
      @lyonsmt11 3 роки тому +1

      Louie, when I hear that song...just past me the Kleenex box...such a good time in my life...you know what mean

  • @loveyu2778
    @loveyu2778 3 роки тому +379

    One of the prettiest songs that was ever recorded..Not too mention the Bass back drop..Old School at its finest. So glad I got to experience this when it was 1st released..The prettiest love song ever..

    • @Buffie7770
      @Buffie7770 3 роки тому +5

      That bass backdrop is extraordinary! What about that breakdown rip?! OMG!

    • @frankrivers2183
      @frankrivers2183 3 роки тому +11

      The bass player is Verdine White of Earth, Wind and Fire.

    • @loveyu2778
      @loveyu2778 3 роки тому +4

      @@frankrivers2183
      Trust, I know this history..👍🏽

    • @frankrivers2183
      @frankrivers2183 3 роки тому +12

      @@loveyu2778 Verdine White on bass, Maurice White and his brother Fred on drums and Al McKay on guitar were one of the greatest rhythm sections EVER. Maurice was quoted as saying they could have given "Mary Had a Little Lamb" a smoking groove and he was absolutely correct.

    • @wptaries
      @wptaries 3 роки тому +5

      @@frankrivers2183 Also Larry Dunn of EWF on Keys.

  • @shawnstancil6942
    @shawnstancil6942 7 місяців тому +53

    Better than beyonce anyday

    • @sarahhollins-hall180
      @sarahhollins-hall180 2 місяці тому +9

      oldschool gonna always be the best music...#MOTOWN#ATLANTIC RECORDS

    • @kelvincarmichael8255
      @kelvincarmichael8255 Місяць тому +4

      Can’t even put them in the same race..

    • @jaust9077
      @jaust9077 Місяць тому +10

      Why are you comparing the two? They are in two totally different lanes

    • @crystalsherman8896
      @crystalsherman8896 25 днів тому

      God blessed everyone with different talents. No need to compare two beautiful and talented black women

    • @stephencopping9953
      @stephencopping9953 21 день тому

      Don't forget Stax a bit heavier but wonderful !​@@sarahhollins-hall180

  • @MrOGUN1811
    @MrOGUN1811 Місяць тому +6

    The memories it invokes are priceless. This song ALWAYS sounds and feels good.

  • @dragonfly4425
    @dragonfly4425 5 років тому +237

    😢😭Remember my older sister singing around the house when this came out, RIP SHERI ❤U

  • @tinatwyman4612
    @tinatwyman4612 2 роки тому +363

    This released in 1975 The year I was born and the year my mother crossed over to the other side. She has been letting me know she is with me by playing me her favorites..this was one of them. I meditate to it & tap into her vibe daily. Feels like I was never without her I'm learning about her thru song..what a blessing!Thanks mom🥰

    • @ros9259
      @ros9259 2 роки тому +16

      Free !
      But eternal memories of you and your loved one ain’t going nowhere . What a legacy to leave…. Beautiful music . Stay strong 🥰

    • @glenntownes234
      @glenntownes234 2 роки тому +11

      Wonderful story! Thanks for sharing.....

    • @SupraSoulStar
      @SupraSoulStar 2 роки тому +7

      That's beautiful!

    • @conniemoore4801
      @conniemoore4801 2 роки тому +8

      I was in the 9th grade and a few young ladies attempted 2 sing this in our annual Spotlight On You talent show in Pemberton Twsp, NJ💜

    • @perri_6
      @perri_6 2 роки тому +10

      @@conniemoore4801 "Attempted". 😁

  • @countrobbie3712
    @countrobbie3712 Рік тому +69

    CLASSIC SONGS NEVER DIE. This is beautiful.

  • @MichaelScott-uv1bt
    @MichaelScott-uv1bt 5 років тому +461

    It's 2019 & Ms. Deneice Williams sounds way better than today's artists

    • @dorothycampbell3
      @dorothycampbell3 5 років тому +14

      Micheal Scott, yes she does compared to the garbage of today, "I just want to be free of it"

    • @dillardhill71
      @dillardhill71 5 років тому +8

      U ain't never lied!!!

    • @kstats8243
      @kstats8243 4 роки тому +5

      Totally. Pure love here.
      Need to see her live. Bklyn perhaps.

    • @cynthialim9478
      @cynthialim9478 4 роки тому +5

      There are no artists like her anymore!

    • @Yodi.
      @Yodi. 4 роки тому +2

      @@dorothycampbell3 Just because you don't like them, doesn't make them garbage. They're also probably a lot better off than you.

  • @CandiiRainn
    @CandiiRainn 4 роки тому +83

    Born in 1998, only 21. So lucky to have a father who played these classics around me while I was growing up. ✨ This song is so inspiring as I move into my 20's.

  • @CosmosNut
    @CosmosNut 6 місяців тому +9

    Was it Perseus who said, ' sometimes to conquer is to endure' This song certainly makes that true.., all these years later still resonates

  • @jeffersonhutton862
    @jeffersonhutton862 10 місяців тому +12

    Her voice is incredible

  • @johnnyrobinson8168
    @johnnyrobinson8168 5 років тому +198

    Literally one of if not the most beautiful song ever written!

    • @robynhawkins48
      @robynhawkins48 3 роки тому +1

      Hey Big Jay...u r a Q T 🍰!

    • @millinjefferson2895
      @millinjefferson2895 3 роки тому +1

      I still have this album. I have always loved this song. So beautiful. 🎶🎶🎶

    • @joseperez1085
      @joseperez1085 3 роки тому +1

      Without a doubt.

  • @asgardianman3359
    @asgardianman3359 4 роки тому +87

    She does not need to be half naked, her voice is all that is needed, beautiful.

  • @MrTechman01
    @MrTechman01 9 місяців тому +19

    I always thought Stevie Wonder did the music...but I was suprised to find out it was Maurice White along with Earth Wind and Fire.....WOW! Outstanding!

    • @TiffanyRayneOfficial
      @TiffanyRayneOfficial 9 місяців тому +3

      Yup, Earth, Wind, and Fire was how she ended up getting her deal. But Stevie was also instrumental as well, because she was part of his group Wanderlust at first.

    • @mrjusticebrownable
      @mrjusticebrownable 3 місяці тому +1

      *Wonderlove not lust lol

    • @winniejohnson5559
      @winniejohnson5559 2 місяці тому +1

      it sounds just like their sound😜 of course i grew up listening to this . i can even hear ramsey lewis's influence . and the kalimba that maurice loved to play.

  • @joelscott275
    @joelscott275 9 місяців тому +25

    Classics never get old😊

  • @glenngannon
    @glenngannon 3 роки тому +411

    Still Listening in jan 2021,..Still Magical,...real music has soul and is timeless.

    • @lindalake5433
      @lindalake5433 3 роки тому +4

      Its A Beautiful Thing! Still Listening In April 2021 @ 1:04 Am ❤❤❤

    • @tyroneverser4186
      @tyroneverser4186 3 роки тому +5

      I love all my oldie but goodie nothing gets better than this. At at last am free of drugs and my old life . Free from that

    • @drinkwatereatmelons7048
      @drinkwatereatmelons7048 2 роки тому +1

      🎵🎶🎵🎶🎵🎶🎵🎶🎵🎶🎵🎶
      It's now Dec 2021 still listening! This is Niecy!

    • @mariestandish4746
      @mariestandish4746 2 роки тому +1

      Still, listening in 2022 right? I love this song.

  • @myobpatton7286
    @myobpatton7286 3 роки тому +169

    I'm 17 and wish they made music like this still 😭😭

    • @biggboot4017
      @biggboot4017 3 роки тому +6

      Ok Cutey Pie..1 point for a youngsta with great taste😉😉

    • @lavinder11
      @lavinder11 3 роки тому +9

      There are some indie R&B artists that try to recreate the sound, but the vocals aren't there. One who gets close is Raveena.

    • @myobpatton7286
      @myobpatton7286 3 роки тому +2

      @@lavinder11 omg I love herr

    • @williamivery1809
      @williamivery1809 3 роки тому +4

      @@myobpatton7286 you got a beautiful soul because a lot of young females can't feel good music. Check out Donna Summers

    • @suchisthismystery2814
      @suchisthismystery2814 3 роки тому +4

      I was 17 the year it was released.

  • @LifeMusicPolitics
    @LifeMusicPolitics 6 місяців тому +5

    Such an amazing voice 👏👏

  • @somsackc5455
    @somsackc5455 Рік тому +49

    Perfect song for blasting on the radio as you're driving down the highway along the coast or cruising along Main St in downtown, roof down on a convertible, windows down, hand surfing at the side of the car. Summer vibes... 😌

    • @cliffnovak7184
      @cliffnovak7184 7 місяців тому +2

      You said it all....Sunroof top, diggin the scene in a gangsta lean..oo oo.
      down A1A in Florida...

    • @somenothing7914
      @somenothing7914 2 місяці тому

      oh yeah

  • @johnhobson2330
    @johnhobson2330 4 роки тому +228

    Co-produced by Maurice White, bass by Verdine White. And her amazing voice! Win, win! 💜💜💜

    • @calebdouglas7622
      @calebdouglas7622 3 роки тому +7

      R.I.P. to the GOAT

    • @kymelieleonard6490
      @kymelieleonard6490 3 роки тому +9

      Yep!, Maurice and them... the Dean team

    • @bartenderzzz
      @bartenderzzz 3 роки тому +5

      Damn I didnt know that.

    • @russellregan4736
      @russellregan4736 3 роки тому +5

      Never knew that Thnx

    • @ph1021
      @ph1021 3 роки тому +10

      The producers on this track were Maurice White and CHARLES STEPNEY. Google Charles Stepney. He was architect for the Earth Wind and Fire that you know and love today among many others including Rotary Connection. RIP to Maurice and Charles.

  • @benjamincarter1884
    @benjamincarter1884 4 роки тому +256

    Deniece's vocal intro does sounds like she's an angel descending as glorious smoke fades away and suddenly there she is in full beauty

    • @allenyoung3483
      @allenyoung3483 3 роки тому +4

      its beautiful

    • @ashleyl.4820
      @ashleyl.4820 3 роки тому +10

      Omg what an amazing description! I just pictured it as the song is going & that visual is beautiful 🥰

    • @benjamincarter1884
      @benjamincarter1884 3 роки тому +2

      @@ashleyl.4820 Thank you 😊

    • @jjimywoods1363
      @jjimywoods1363 3 роки тому +1

      @@ashleyl.4820 yeah, agree totally .

    • @kymelieleonard6490
      @kymelieleonard6490 3 роки тому +3

      Makes you fall in love when you hear her sing! Heavenly

  • @talibanstatus1113
    @talibanstatus1113 10 місяців тому +16

    My Grandma's Favorite Song 💚

  • @robinfuller2843
    @robinfuller2843 9 місяців тому +22

    2023 my soul needed a friendly reminder ❤

  • @barbarahoward133
    @barbarahoward133 6 років тому +132

    I never get tired of hearing this song

  • @bobbythespaceghost51
    @bobbythespaceghost51 4 роки тому +44

    I saw her live in Japan at the NCO Club (the lineup was Adina Howard, Deniece Williams, and Silk) in Misawa, Japan back in 2001 while I was in the military. She sung this song, which is one of my all time favorite songs ever, and during the song she took a glimpse at me with a smile, and I died. I'll never forget that day for as long as I live.

  • @kashking2276
    @kashking2276 Рік тому +24

    Music is spiritual. I was born in the late 80s but this song takes me to a sunny in the 70s … I can see and feel it because of the music. Man black people are amazing… I love us

  • @Sweetnessnessa
    @Sweetnessnessa 10 місяців тому +26

    Whispering in his ear
    My magic potion for love
    Telling him I'm sincere
    And that there's nothing too good for us
    And I just got to be me, free, free
    Whispering in his ear
    My magic potion for love
    Telling him I'm sincere
    And that there's nothing too good for us
    But I want to be free, free, free
    And I just got to be me, yeah, me, me
    Teasing hands on his mind
    Give our night such mystery
    Happiness all the time
    Oh and how that night pleases me
    But I want to be free, free, free
    And I just got to be me, yeah, me, me
    I just got to be me, me, me
    Feeling you close to me
    Makes all my senses smile
    Let's not waste ecstasy
    'Cause I'll only be here for a while
    I've got to be free, free, free, oh
    And I just got to be me, yeah, yeah, me, me, oh
    Free, free, free, oh, baby
    (I just got to be me) and I just wanna, I just wanna be me
    Free, free
    (I just got to be me) I just got to be me, me
    Whoa, free
    (I just got to be me)
    That's all I want to be
    Free

  • @rashelllewis53
    @rashelllewis53 6 років тому +601

    2018 who still jaming to this classic 👌👌👍👍

  • @seriously9347
    @seriously9347 6 років тому +133

    So good to be Free Thank You Lord Jesus 🙌🙏

  • @Bluesrains
    @Bluesrains Рік тому +21

    SHES A QUEEN!!! THIS SONG HAS CARRIED ME THROUGH SOME VERY HARD TIMES. THANKS DENIECE!!!!

  • @KEEPGOD1ST633
    @KEEPGOD1ST633 2 місяці тому +5

    GOD ALL DAY🙏🏽

  • @vintxgeloser1352
    @vintxgeloser1352 5 років тому +343

    I love how I can hear Earth Wind and Fire in the back ground

    • @rosaliemcghee9979
      @rosaliemcghee9979 4 роки тому +4

      jkhi lewis YES YES YES

    • @trinabaynes7254
      @trinabaynes7254 4 роки тому +21

      No denying Verdine's bass..

    • @calebdouglas7622
      @calebdouglas7622 4 роки тому +23

      Maurice and Philip compliment Niecy well

    • @donvasquez1791
      @donvasquez1791 4 роки тому +11

      Larry Dunn on keyboards!

    • @jacole439
      @jacole439 4 роки тому +10

      I did not think about that until I'm seeing these comments - and now it all makes sense.. how could I have missed that fact??? ♪ ♫ I wonder if Teddy Pendergrass would have given women some heart attacks if he would have covered it & sang it live.

  • @andrewedwards8238
    @andrewedwards8238 4 роки тому +222

    Whose listening in 2020? Classic timeless brilliance

    • @lynnrussell9617
      @lynnrussell9617 4 роки тому +1

      Lynn from Tucson AZ. She is beautiful and her voice is glorious.

    • @rodneyplayer5785
      @rodneyplayer5785 3 роки тому +1

      I never stopped listening. Her vocals are angelic.

    • @NIJEECAPRICORN23
      @NIJEECAPRICORN23 3 роки тому

      👋🏾👋🏾👋🏾 mee

    • @KatrinaMidgette
      @KatrinaMidgette 3 роки тому

      Her niece did a cover of this Shatasha Williams and the lady the popular song for Bone N Thug Harmony the thuggish ruggish bone

    • @casandrahanson6457
      @casandrahanson6457 3 роки тому +1

      ❤️💃🏾

  • @alisonreid1070
    @alisonreid1070 Рік тому +11

    I was 16 when this came out and I have loved it ever since then...she is so Underrated (besides Minnie Rpperton who is also Underated) I love me some Denise Williams! My favorite song and singer from my youth!!!!!!!! Sing it Niecy!

    • @dennismclaurin1487
      @dennismclaurin1487 4 місяці тому

      Oh, yes. I,too fondly remember this 1977 underrated song.

  • @TheNira681
    @TheNira681 Рік тому +35

    It’s 2023 and at 30 I appreciate this song even more❤️

  • @niecy5751
    @niecy5751 6 років тому +40

    NIECY"S VOICE IS SWEETER THAN HONEY....SUCH A GRACEFUL TALENT

  • @ileneclayton8015
    @ileneclayton8015 2 роки тому +605

    It’s now 2022 and I know everyone is still jamming to this beautiful song❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

  • @fabiolamatute5390
    @fabiolamatute5390 Рік тому +21

    This touches my soul…deep. It’s just unexplainable. “ and I’ve just got to be me, FREE” 😫😭❤❤

  • @marcuscesaire4711
    @marcuscesaire4711 Рік тому +8

    This song reminds me of my Grandmother Jennette Maxine Barrington born 08-27-1940 until 02-09-2023 !!! Unconditional love always!!!

  • @davidwillis9037
    @davidwillis9037 6 місяців тому +5

    Nothing in this world lifts me higher than free by Denice Williams 💐

  • @MsSosoBelle
    @MsSosoBelle 5 років тому +145

    Whenever I start feeling smothered... I run to this song.. I'm such a FREE spirit.....

  • @seanprater1795
    @seanprater1795 3 роки тому +210

    When I was at my worst, " Niecy " kept me going !
    I now live in NYC , and living my best life !

  • @michaeljordan-ws8bw
    @michaeljordan-ws8bw 7 місяців тому +11

    Fantastic song. Denise Williams sweet, sensual voice, without convoluted vocal gymnastics, backed by great instrumentals and background singing
    A masterpiece

  • @georgewhitehead5432
    @georgewhitehead5432 9 місяців тому +18

    This is going to be my wedding song I'm so obsessed with this song .

    • @MrIrrepressible
      @MrIrrepressible Місяць тому

      Listen to the words...are u sure u want this song at your wedding?