I just started listening to Toni child's again. I just love her voice and her lyrics. I first started listening to her in 1989. Still loving her 35 years later!!
Was it not?? I grew up in that era, 80's/90's -- can't remember it being #1 as such, but it got a lot of air time on the radio. I wonder if she was competing with Michael Jackson or Prince at the time?
@@cherriblackmore2002 Greetings from Australia Cherri. Like that other reply she is in fact living in Byron Bay in my home state of New South Wales Australia. She married an Australian record producer circa 2012 and they've been living there since. She did a tour of regional centres in NSW from about March 2019 to Sept same year but unfortunately didn't come to Sydney where I live. A real bummer that.
"In 1997, Toni was diagnosed with Graves Disease, a hyper-thyroid condition an an autoimmune disorder." She said it took about 13 years away from her dealing with that.
probably 1 of the most underrated and under-appreciated artist of my time. Her powerhouse voice rivits raw emotion to every word and leaves you knowing you just heard something great no matter where you were or what you were doing before the song began.
It brings back some awesome memories! I had won a bet to see who could get a job at the first all CD store in our city. I aced a 100 question exam and beat out 400 applicants. I was one of 12 hired. This song was a Grammy nominated track and she was married to one of members of the duo David & David. I received a promo of this CD and played to death. I still listen to it regularly.
Damn....this girl should have BLOWN UP 20 years ago! Her other cut "The Dead Are Dancing" from the album "HOUSE OF HOPE" is also a stunning performance. A truly great, under appreciated talent.
before her solo album, she played all over L.A. in a band called Toni and The movers, we used to go see her almost every weekend. She was always an amazing talent.
Big voice, big talent. Ohhhhhh where have all the performers like Toni gone? Cannot stand the CRAP being flogged to death on commercial radio these days. No one records anything with meaning anymore. I saw an interview with Toni years ago before she dropped out of the scene, she said she never sang or would never singer anything that did not move her. Really shows in her music. What a talent. What a loss
I laughed my ass off when i first heard this song at 13 yrs old, her voice was so over the top for me back then...made me want to run away from being chased by a crazy women like her shouting " DOOONNT WALK AWAYIIIIEEEEE" LOL
I was watching a program about singer with a great voice that never made it to his potential and that instantly made me think of Toni Childs. I first heard this song when it first came out. I was in my late teens and her voice was mesmerizing. Everytime I here it now I cringe at the bad late 80s synth-pop sounding instruments. I have said for years that I would love to hear her vocals put over less "processed" sounding instruments.
To be fair, those shows have singers who are inexperienced. It takes a LOT to sing like a pro--like voice projection and control and a great set of lungs to make it through a whole song--especially if they are dancing as well.
Greetings from Australia Matt. I am and have one of her Legion of fans for a lonnnnnng time. What a deliciously rich and powerful voice she has. This particular track is probably the best showcase of her rich voice👌👌👌👌👌👌 She married an Australian record producer circa 2012 and has been living in Byron Bay in my home state of New South Wales Australia since.
This song popped in my head today and I hadn’t heard it since it was first released. So glad I found it here. What a powerful voice! Awesome song from an amazing talent. Love it!!
Her and Anita Baker, Oletta Adams; like most women black or white unless your a " Pop" singer; you fade Bonnie Raitt's another one, left in the dust of Arianda, Taylor et all ! No air play on stations. Today's music is terrible, no-one plays instruments. Back in the day Prince played several as opposed to MJ who didn't play any ! ? Sad.
Back in 1989 Toni performed this song on The Grammy's that was nominated, "Song of the year", and she was nominated as "Best New Artist". She didn't win in either catagory, but she gained instant recognition. She appeared on many talk shows performing this song, and others from her album.
Easily one of the most underrated songs in American pop history during the 1980's. I know she became very popular in New Zealand during her career, but once again, we Americans missed the boat on someone who was/is certainly an extraordinary singer/songwriting supertalent, but never got the credit she deserved. Every time I hear this song, it feels freakin' ANTHEMIC. Go, Toni, you effin' rock.
First few times I Hurd Toni childs on the radio or my aunties mix CDs..I honestly thought she was a black woman with a powerhouse voice like(Whitney Houston) so u can imagine my shock when I came across one her videos and here is a we white lady 😱 she has a amazing powerhouse voice
Man...what a voice & what a song. 1988...I was 19 yrs old & a senior in high school. I was a head-banger in high school, but i really thought this song was SO AWESOME!!! I'm 52 yrs old now & i think this song is just as awesome as it was in 1988!!! Much love from Mobile Alabama.
Alden R. Davis, Me too. I also love this music video of this song. It was quite awesome for it to be in black and white, because the song's "drama" would stand out at its best. In my view, color would not have served the purpose of getting the drama to stand out in this video.
Man... this takes me back to the good old days when nothing mattered except who got the back seat on the bus, who was in king square longest in handball & the next day at school. WOW... LOVE IT
Didn't get past THIS American :-) She's one of my ALL TIME favorite artists. Vocals completely unique and explosive- not to mention she's a great human being.
Cyndi Watt, Yes, it came out in the '80s; 1988 to be exact. It was on Toni's album, "Union". Yes, what a great voice she has. I read somewhere she didn't release much music after this, if I'm not mistaken.
Don't walk away Ripping out the root of love Don't walk away Ripping out the root of love Tell me now what is in my heart The kind of lies that have torn us apart You lay down in the road Baring your bloody soul Don't need no satisfaction Guaranteed my main attraction Ripping love out by the roots Though my ghost is still with you It hurts to watch you turn away So I'm tearing out the truth Don't walk away Ripping out the root of love Don't walk away Ripping out the root of love Don't walk away Ripping out the root of love Don't walk away Ripping out the root of love Time passes slowly, time passes on Waiting for my man to call When there's no man at all Do I stand here waiting For the earth to turn to dust Give up my passion Rendering my lust Or do I walk away Don't walk away Ripping out the root of love Don't walk away Ripping out the root of love Ripping out the root of love Ripping out the root of love Don't walk away Ripping out the root of love Don't walk away Ripping out the root of love Don't walk away Ripping out the root of love Don't walk away Ripping out the root of love Ripping love out by the roots Though my ghost is still with you It hurts to watch you turn away So I'm tearing out the truth Don't walk away Ripping out the root of love Don't walk away Ripping out the root of love Don't walk away Ripping out the root of love Don't walk away Ripping out the root of love It hurts to watch you turn away So I'm tearing out the truth
I am just discovering Toni's music because Spotify's editors put one of my songs on a playlist with hers. I don't think we are similar, but I am grateful to be considered in the same room with her :).
Seems like American record labels just don't know what time do with rock women with powerhouse voices. Sass Jordan, Leona Lewis, Florence Welch all come to mind.
Toni is engaged and now lives in Kapaa, Hawaii running her own record label Big MotHer Records and can be found on Facebook. She is happy and living in peace.
So underrated by the music industry, music critics and folks. Incredible talent, and voice - very few match her. Still listening, and loving it, after all these years. Songs boost your moral like hell ye ye
And "Zimbabwe" is fantastic, as well. In fact, I listen to Zimbabwe six times if I listen to it one time. It's also a masterpiece and Toni's voice is magnificent!
I have been trying to remember her name and the title of this song for *years.* i had images from the video, the horns, and the sound of her voice, but no lyrics in my memory. Thank you, seemingly random UA-cam suggestions!
great great voice this lady has--- strong and enduring ... an artist who will always stand the test of time since 20 years later people are still listening and liking... hey imagine if she collaborated with someone like Bjork for example... now that would be an interesting listen for sure...
Saw her in concert at a small club in NJ, the Club Bene. It was 1989 and she was promoting her fist album Union. She was amazing and my husband and I both fell in love with her. What a talent!
It's 2024 and I still love listening to aToni Childs❤❤
You ain't the only one. She's still incredible. My goodness,....what a powerful voice. I still listen to this song frequently. Wow.
Its July 2024 and I've just got home from seeing Toni live... She played this song and everything too
I just started listening to Toni child's again. I just love her voice and her lyrics. I first started listening to her in 1989. Still loving her 35 years later!!
This song should’ve been a No.1 hit.
Was it not?? I grew up in that era, 80's/90's -- can't remember
it being #1 as such, but it got a lot of air time on the radio. I wonder
if she was competing with Michael Jackson or Prince at the time?
I agree
What a strong voice she has 👍👍👍
I saw Toni perform live in Melbourne last week (6/11/23) - she was bloody amazing!
Saw her in Auckland (Corrs) I never was a fan but she was way better than the other support acts!
Lucky!
Man this girl had the voice
Still loving this classic in 2021.. anyone else?
You bet. My fave of hers.
Found the Union CD at a thrift store. The most wonderful music I've ever heard. Now where is she? Is she still performing?
@@cherriblackmore2002 She’s still around and she’s now living in Byron Bay, New South Wales.
@@AldenRDavis Thank you Mr. Davis.
@@cherriblackmore2002 Greetings from Australia Cherri. Like that other reply she is in fact living in Byron Bay in my home state of New South Wales Australia. She married an Australian record producer circa 2012 and they've been living there since. She did a tour of regional centres in NSW from about March 2019 to Sept same year but unfortunately didn't come to Sydney where I live. A real bummer that.
I have no idea why Tony Childs was and remains so overlooked... That voice... that VOICE. Gives me shivers...
"In 1997, Toni was diagnosed with Graves Disease, a hyper-thyroid condition an an autoimmune disorder." She said it took about 13 years away from her dealing with that.
probably 1 of the most underrated and under-appreciated artist of my time. Her powerhouse voice rivits raw emotion to every word and leaves you knowing you just heard something great no matter where you were or what you were doing before the song began.
Well said.
Thank you for saying so . . . been writing copy for PR and advertising over 20 years :-)
Donald Baldwin
yes I first heard this song back in 88 back in Iowa on radio station rock 108. kfmw . and the song still rocks today in 2017.
This song brings back so many memories. I had just moved from TX to ME when I first heard this gem. And yes, most definitely underrated!
Her voice is like lightning striking a tin roof !!! Raw, gritty, overpowering, and warm. What talent !!!
Absolute......James
Her voice is terrible
110% NATURAL NOT digitally altered ie Adele!!!!!!!!!!
Them that is a great way of describing her . Just like tj.
Coming back 31 years later. My God she's good.
Couldn't have said it better! One of the best from the late 80's.
She told you not to walk away, and you Heard her!
Anyone still loving this in 2020?
Alden R. Davis yes, she is amazing!!!
Absolutely!
Yes!
It brings back some awesome memories! I had won a bet to see who could get a job at the first all CD store in our city. I aced a 100 question exam and beat out 400 applicants. I was one of 12 hired. This song was a Grammy nominated track and she was married to one of members of the duo David & David. I received a promo of this CD and played to death. I still listen to it regularly.
Yes. Outstanding voice, great song!
#ToniChilds #DontWalkAway.. still loving this classic in 2023 with the awesome old school music power of classic MTV.. anyone else?
One of those great underrated songs that is hardly played on the radio.
They played it today thank goodness. Hadn't heard it on the radio in years. Shows that commercial radio has no taste.
Barefoot Toni Childs sings with a rawness that is so apparent in its simplicity and splendour. Every time she tosses her hair I gasp❤❤❤❤
The Union album swallowed me whole.
A masterpiece
she should have been bigger in the US. she is such a talented musician, and SHE ROCKS!!
Coming to Gold Coast Australia September 2024. Still love this song ❤
One of a kind voice ❤
Can't believe this wasn't a huge hit
One word legend. Full stop 👍👍👍👍
Yup, hearing Toni alot lately 😁.
This was my absolute favourite song as a teenager. Was gutted when my "cassette" got ruined, went straight to buy CD, still listen to it to this day!
James Moles me too! This was summer of 90 for me.
One of the all time great songs on my favorite list along with Bryan Ferry, Bowie, Steely Dan, Lene Lovich, PIL, Tanita Tikaram etc.
@@ZobethC
My Daughter was born in 89 and she grew up listening to Tracy Chapman and Toni Childs, she's still listening.
The Scooter wow, 89 was the year I graduated high school! Toni and Tracy are legends.
Very underrated song of the 80's in the United States. The song stalled out at #72. It should have had more airplay and been top 20.
Totally. A great song and a great singer.
Damn....this girl should have BLOWN UP 20 years ago! Her other cut "The Dead Are Dancing" from the album "HOUSE OF HOPE" is also a stunning performance. A truly great, under appreciated talent.
before her solo album, she played all over L.A. in a band called Toni and The movers, we used to go see her almost every weekend. She was always an amazing talent.
I lived, worked and partied in LA in the 70's 80's. Great music scene, clubs and bands. Went to many concerts. Great times. Great city.
Tonis albumn The Womans Boat is iconic
What A Voice.
Big voice, big talent. Ohhhhhh where have all the performers like Toni gone?
Cannot stand the CRAP being flogged to death on commercial radio these days.
No one records anything with meaning anymore.
I saw an interview with Toni years ago before she dropped out of the scene, she said she never sang or would never singer anything that did not move her. Really shows in her music. What a talent. What a loss
A gem 💎 I regret forgetting about
I laughed my ass off when i first heard this song at 13 yrs old, her voice was so over the top for me back then...made me want to run away from being chased by a crazy women like her shouting " DOOONNT WALK AWAYIIIIEEEEE" LOL
Such a strong an powerful voice ❤
After all these years, her voice still blasts me away - what a voice !
She was a wonderful singer.
@@rain73ful she still is, went and seen her last night and that voice is just as good live...........maybe even better haha.
I was watching a program about singer with a great voice that never made it to his potential and that instantly made me think of Toni Childs. I first heard this song when it first came out. I was in my late teens and her voice was mesmerizing. Everytime I here it now I cringe at the bad late 80s synth-pop sounding instruments. I have said for years that I would love to hear her vocals put over less "processed" sounding instruments.
Most of the singers on American Idol, X Factor, and The Voice (exception Tessanne) do not come close to the talent of Toni Childs. What a voice.
So true, but then most singers on this earth don't come close to her voice :). Just to add, I saw her in concert in 1989 and she was mesmerising.
All the autotuned generic stuff today can't match the raw realness of the great talents ...........
She is amazing this is what I call music.
To be fair, those shows have singers who are inexperienced. It takes a LOT to sing like a pro--like voice projection and control and a great set of lungs to make it through a whole song--especially if they are dancing as well.
They sure as hell don't
A World class talented beautiful woman singing a truly BAD ASS song. LOVE IT!!!
34 years later , now in 2022, this song still is so dam good, Toni has such a powerful voice.
Where has the time gone. Still playing and listening to this great song and singer. Why didn't she get more fame, money and recognition?
Great 80s tune
Remember this song coming out, blew me away, great voice. Could never understand why she didn't make it to the top
Greetings from Australia Matt. I am and have one of her Legion of fans for a lonnnnnng time. What a deliciously rich and powerful voice she has. This particular track is probably the best showcase of her rich voice👌👌👌👌👌👌 She married an Australian record producer circa 2012 and has been living in Byron Bay in my home state of New South Wales Australia since.
Her voice is a roaring thunder storm that jilts your inner soul !
She's so naturally beautiful, her hair, skin, bone structure and of course that low alto almost tenor powerful deep sultry voice. 😊
This song popped in my head today and I hadn’t heard it since it was first released. So glad I found it here. What a powerful voice! Awesome song from an amazing talent. Love it!!
Her and Anita Baker, Oletta Adams; like most women black or white unless your a " Pop" singer; you fade Bonnie Raitt's another one, left in the dust of Arianda, Taylor et all ! No air play on stations.
Today's music is terrible, no-one plays instruments. Back in the day Prince played several as opposed to MJ who didn't play any ! ? Sad.
That totally unmistakable clench in her voice, and those powerhouse vocals that could nail you to the wall!
ALL HAIL!
Welcome to Australia as a citizen Toni. The land of OZ
saw her live down under. Amazing performer, unique, powerful, range, unlike the excrement served and wrapped today
Her first album 'Union' is truly amazing..........
agree !
Paul Purcell it is my favorite to this day. Where’s the ocean amazing
...And still one of the best debut albums of all time!!
Agreed i have it on my music playlist always happy to hear it
Paul Purcell my favorite album of hers 🥰
I'm from Zim I know her. She is the belter I have ever heard. Simply the best. 👍👍💖😆
That voice is crisp and stellar! "Walk And Talk Like Angels", and "Zimbabwe" are such perfect tunes!
Is that one in Thelma & Louise movie? ✌ 'loved her from Live redio back then, also M. Ethridge... I purchased her CD bc of Zimbabwe.
Back in 1989 Toni performed this song on The Grammy's that was nominated, "Song of the year", and she was nominated as "Best New Artist". She didn't win in either catagory, but she gained instant recognition. She appeared on many talk shows performing this song, and others from her album.
Absolutely one of the most underrated songs of all time.
And singers.
Easily one of the most underrated songs in American pop history during the 1980's. I know she became very popular in New Zealand during her career, but once again, we Americans missed the boat on someone who was/is certainly an extraordinary singer/songwriting supertalent, but never got the credit she deserved. Every time I hear this song, it feels freakin' ANTHEMIC. Go, Toni, you effin' rock.
" ANTHEMIC." ,....exactly right. Powerful. Great..
Still listening to this classic in 2022..anyone else?
Me. Played and watched it many times. Now it's 2024
First few times I Hurd Toni childs on the radio or my aunties mix CDs..I honestly thought she was a black woman with a powerhouse voice like(Whitney Houston) so u can imagine my shock when I came across one her videos and here is a we white lady 😱 she has a amazing powerhouse voice
The best of Toni childrens is awesome album
Man...what a voice & what a song.
1988...I was 19 yrs old & a senior in high school.
I was a head-banger in high school, but i really thought this song was SO AWESOME!!!
I'm 52 yrs old now & i think this song is just as awesome as it was in 1988!!!
Much love from Mobile Alabama.
Maybe even MORE awesome. A classic.
Powerful stuff, and what a hook.
The lyrics, the rhythm and her soul makes this music stand out and will NEVER be able to be repeated nor replicated!!
What a great voice she has
Che voce e che grinta.
Quanti ricordi!
Meravigliosa Tony
her amazing voice caught my attention decades ago as a student.Try her out!
Same. I remember seeing her sing this on some TV special one night. Unreal singer.
I love Toni Childs' "Don't Walk Away." It's the best.
One of my all time favorite songs by a great singer with an amazing voice.
Mine too, it's one of my all-time favorites too.
Alden R. Davis,
Me too. I also love this music video of this song. It was quite awesome for it to be in black and white, because the song's "drama" would stand out at its best. In my view, color would not have served the purpose of getting the drama to stand out in this video.
What a bloody voice! 🧡💣
Man... this takes me back to the good old days when nothing mattered except who got the back seat on the bus, who was in king square longest in handball & the next day at school. WOW... LOVE IT
Omg... Amen 🙏
This woman CAN SING ...from SA....
I’m an old rocker into classic rock, 80’s metal, thrash, but man, I love this song. I bought the CD as soon as I heard this song. Fantastic voice.
That belting rasp! Can't forget it. Such tremulous power through a compelling song. Love it.
Didn't get past THIS American :-) She's one of my ALL TIME favorite artists. Vocals completely unique and explosive- not to mention she's a great human being.
Love this tune!!! Ever since it came out. I believe the 80's. She got a voice don't she 😊
Cyndi Watt,
Yes, it came out in the '80s; 1988 to be exact. It was on Toni's album, "Union". Yes, what a great voice she has. I read somewhere she didn't release much music after this, if I'm not mistaken.
Yes she does! She is apparently an Aussie now, 💕.. 1988, the year I left school lol..
I seen her perform live at the Hult Center in Eugene Oregon late 80's , wow ! she can sing to bad we don't hear more of her today
she is one of my altime favorites, the most beautiful voices. i think she is also pretty and easy on the eyes.
Don't walk away
Ripping out the root of love
Don't walk away
Ripping out the root of love
Tell me now what is in my heart
The kind of lies that have torn us apart
You lay down in the road
Baring your bloody soul
Don't need no satisfaction
Guaranteed my main attraction
Ripping love out by the roots
Though my ghost is still with you
It hurts to watch you turn away
So I'm tearing out the truth
Don't walk away
Ripping out the root of love
Don't walk away
Ripping out the root of love
Don't walk away
Ripping out the root of love
Don't walk away
Ripping out the root of love
Time passes slowly, time passes on
Waiting for my man to call
When there's no man at all
Do I stand here waiting
For the earth to turn to dust
Give up my passion
Rendering my lust
Or do I walk away
Don't walk away
Ripping out the root of love
Don't walk away
Ripping out the root of love
Ripping out the root of love
Ripping out the root of love
Don't walk away
Ripping out the root of love
Don't walk away
Ripping out the root of love
Don't walk away
Ripping out the root of love
Don't walk away
Ripping out the root of love
Ripping love out by the roots
Though my ghost is still with you
It hurts to watch you turn away
So I'm tearing out the truth
Don't walk away
Ripping out the root of love
Don't walk away
Ripping out the root of love
Don't walk away
Ripping out the root of love
Don't walk away
Ripping out the root of love
It hurts to watch you turn away
So I'm tearing out the truth
I'm really in love with her voce, her energy, with her !!!
Powerful song and a powerful voice from Toni. One of my favourite 80s songs.
una voce che meritava di essere sfruttata di più
Peaked only as high as No. 72 on the Billboard Hot 100 in 1988. Sad.
I am just discovering Toni's music because Spotify's editors put one of my songs on a playlist with hers. I don't think we are similar, but I am grateful to be considered in the same room with her :).
DATS some strong coffee right there. They dont brew no Flava like this anymore!
Foxxtrott1100
Roger that,foxtrot
after that brew they threw out the kettle
amazing flava...what a voice
LOVE. Thank YOU!
Seems like American record labels just don't know what time do with rock women with powerhouse voices.
Sass Jordan, Leona Lewis, Florence Welch all come to mind.
Representing 2022! This song's greatness is timeless.
Her Breakthrough Hit In The Late Eighties. We miss great one hit wonder artist like her.
Very strong voice .....very alternative rock...always great song and voice...
Legend. Full stop 👍👍👍👍👍
Absolutely adore her. Amazing voice, and such a sweet person if you ever get the chance to talk to her.
Toni is engaged and now lives in Kapaa, Hawaii running her own record label Big MotHer Records and can be found on Facebook. She is happy and living in peace.
Now living in Australia, married to an Aussie
So underrated by the music industry, music critics and folks. Incredible talent, and voice - very few match her. Still listening, and loving it, after all these years. Songs boost your moral like hell ye ye
Raunch. Possibly the best female vocal in history. Superbly engineered track.
And "Zimbabwe" is fantastic, as well. In fact, I listen to Zimbabwe six times if I listen to it one time. It's also a masterpiece and Toni's voice is magnificent!
I have been trying to remember her name and the title of this song for *years.* i had images from the video, the horns, and the sound of her voice, but no lyrics in my memory. Thank you, seemingly random UA-cam suggestions!
Just saw her perform this in Melbourne… her voice is incredible!
Tolle Stimme...toller Song...
One of the best female singers around - this cut still kills it!
Absolute beautiful voice, I love her music very much. Bloody GOOD. BRING SOME MORE.
My favorite of all her hits. Such power and passion coming through that distinctive voice. She can sing anything! With panache.
1989. Still my jam!!!. X
I have been listening to Toni Childs for sooooo many years!!!! Never gets old.....great performer
great great voice this lady has--- strong and enduring ... an artist who will always stand the test of time since 20 years later people are still listening and liking... hey imagine if she collaborated with someone like Bjork for example... now that would be an interesting listen for sure...
Love this song. Reminds me of a friend I knew back in the day. ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤😮😮😮😮😢😢😊😊😅
Great vocal. Totally arresting. One of my favourite songs from the 80s, and it sounds so real, so genuinely felt by Toni.
Saw her in concert at a small club in NJ, the Club Bene. It was 1989 and she was promoting her fist album Union. She was amazing and my husband and I both fell in love with her. What a talent!
And she's coming back to the top of the world. Tour USA 2020!
Maybe not 2020☹️
A timeless song and powerful voice.