Back in the 70s, around 1975 or 1976, I was still in high school and I worked at a Days Inn. At that time I was the cashier for the restaurant and gift shop. So one day this group of people came in and checked into the motel/lodge. The front desk was just across from where I stood as the cashier. I felt they looked familiar but couldn't think how. So after a little while one of the guys came and got a deli sandwich and chips and a drink. He was wearing a t shirt with the Spirit album cover on it. As I looked at it and looked at him, it hit me! I was talking to Maurice White from Earth, Wind and Fire! YEAH! I asked him why they were staying there, and he said they had some "down time" and wanted to rest. I thought how cool is this! I never asked him for his autograph and I really wish I would have, especially since he has passed away. I also remember seeing Verdine and Phillip but none of the other guys came down and got anything. But one of the back up singers from the Emotions came down every evening and got a deli sandwich, chips and a drink and stood there ad chatted with me for a few minutes. I old her I was a drummer and had a band and she told me to keep playing and to pursue my dreams. She was very nice. Maurice was nice as well. I would have loved to talk to Verdine and Phillip bailey, but like I say, none of the band ever came back down. I guess a roadie or somebody got them food from local restaurants while they were there. Anyway it was an experience I'll never forget and I am now 65 years old.
I missed out , never got the chance to see EWF in concert , and other band members are now in music heaven , I can only listen to them on other way's , still have my cd's.
Tower of Power was pretty fancy too for a funky horn band. Remember Cold Blood with Lydia Pence? They were pioneers at this style of music. Then there's BS&T and CTA. Kinda hard to make the case for "best." They're all awesome.
The legendary! I Miss maurice white 😢 ewf is my idol since 1989 and i was just in grade 6! My dad influenced me ewf! He always play the cassette tape of ewf.. love you guys! God bless you more and good health...
He influences the funk aspects of my bass playing to this day and forever. So grounded, he serves the music while still having a clear identity that shines.
@@DLHerrod that is the most confusing comment I think I've read all year. Verdine recorded and played the bass line for September... not sure what else we can say to you on this.
One of the greatest groups of musicians ,singers and songwriters ever period ......the world loves EW&F. Period.... Fantasy one of the greatest compositions ever
They are SO GOOD. I’ve seen them in concert 5 times since 2014 and I never get tired of watching them live. Turning 35 this coming September 21st and I blast this song in the house or car every year on my birthday 🥳
How many of you thought “This might be good , lemme listen to just a few songs”, then 30 minutes later you realize “Holy smokes, that was just the best time I spent this WHOLE DAY!” Nile and Chic- Just so solid, the whole band, AMAZING.
I saw them at the Aquarius Theater in Hollywood taping (I believe) “The Midnight Special” in the 70’s. Took my teenaged children to see them at The Hollywood Bowl in the 2000’s. They introduced and paid tribute to Maurice that night. Memorable performances both. Decades apart and delivering! Undisputed greatness.
I'm a Virgo born in September so this song is always special to me. The bass line is beautiful and Maurice Whites vocals over the original recording was simply amazing. May he Rest in Eternal Peace. God bless you all EW&F ❤
Warms my heart watching musicians that are singing. Unlike today it's rare to see mainstream musician who plays music and sing besides blues, metal, rock and jazz.
Takes me back to my senior year of high school in Detroit when this song came out. They were just churning out hit after hit during that period from '73 to '80. Back when music was real and played and sung by real musicians. God Bless EWF and RIP Maurice White.
EWF= Every Way Fantastic music!!!!! I'm 66 now and for 50 years swinging, who can sit still when this music is played? Thanks from the Netherlands for this great musical pleasure!❤❤❤❤❤
Saw E.W.&F at the Celaris amphitheater, Atlanta, Georgia 2021. They shared the bill with Santana. They were so very good. You would have thought they were brand new band, not a fifty-year-old group. Still hungry and striving for excellence which they attained was every song they did.
That is so great. The guys are just focusing on playing the tune in the pocket, without having to do the show stuff. Nice to see they can still do that. I love it.
When I was in college late (70's), EW&F did a concert at the stadium on campus. I couldn't afford the ticket but their stage must have been 4-5 stories tall, it could been seen from our dorm room across the street from the stadium towering above with all of the awesome sound, theatrics and lighting. It was amazing! They are still amazing!
If I was stuck on a deserted island and could only have one song - this would be it. It's the greatest, happiest song of all time. You just can't possibly be down when listening to September.
One of my favorite bands ever in my lifetime. At 68, I will never hear such wonderful music and uplifting songs again. The greatest musicians and songwriters in my lifetime that I was blessed to see in concert and purchase their music. A racially diverse group that united our communities with love and passion and respect. God love them all and keep them all in his tight hand as he calls them to his side.
Every September 21st I wake my Daughter up in the morning to this song. This is the date my beautiful Daughter was born on and it's Celebrated with the start of this song. Yah really Cool and Beautiful. Thank you E.W& F for sharing this Celebrated song 🎉 ❤.
@@DavyBrown_I usually avoid these comments on pro mixes but to be honest, yes it’s is a crisp and well balanced mix but I do agree with you it’s a bit dry….just a touch of reverb on a parallel bus would do this mix good. But it’s all subjective and this is clearly a top level pro mix to begin with….
Saw them in concert in 2023. They put on a great show. EWF was there through all my growing up years. 64 yrs young and still keep them on my playlist ❤😊
The sound is still there. I hear in my head Maurice singing this. You can see him do his walk on stage when he did this song. Saw them many years ago. Philip Bailey voice and the guys good
AS. A 62 YEAR. VETERAN MUSIC. PROFESSIONAL. RETIREE I ENJOY YOUR ICONIC MUSIC YOU REMAIN THE GREATEST. INNNOVATIVE. ICONIC GENUIS. MUSIC TROOP OF ALL TIME CONGRATULATIONS. I WILL SOON BE IN YOUR AUDIENCE
Watched their two concerts in Manila back in '87 and mid-90s. Reese led the first, though he wasn't in the second anymore. Nevertheless, all of us who were there enjoyed both. They're legends.
Oh yes what’s life without EWF on the deck in your ride from grade school till today at 63 can always say that’s the way of the world hooked us the way the whole album flowed song to song with no down between tracks seemed like the longest song of meanings in the world ,thanks EWF!,,, for memories n future partakes
I love this talented group! Fantastic still-after all these years. Thank you for the video! It’s 2024 and I still listen to the “I Am” album often. Saw them live long ago - so so fortunate.
Maurice White had vision, courage and a boatload of talent. He is missed. That’s the way of the World, and September are my favorite EW&F jams. Love them still after 50 yrs. ❤❤❤
Wow!!! Such a joyful song....you cannot sit still when the first notes of this classic crank up. Those of us of a certain age that remember when this first came out....good times!!
Back in the 70s, around 1975 or 1976, I was still in high school and I worked at a Days Inn. At that time I was the cashier for the restaurant and gift shop. So one day this group of people came in and checked into the motel/lodge. The front desk was just across from where I stood as the cashier. I felt they looked familiar but couldn't think how. So after a little while one of the guys came and got a deli sandwich and chips and a drink. He was wearing a t shirt with the Spirit album cover on it. As I looked at it and looked at him, it hit me! I was talking to Maurice White from Earth, Wind and Fire! YEAH! I asked him why they were staying there, and he said they had some "down time" and wanted to rest. I thought how cool is this! I never asked him for his autograph and I really wish I would have, especially since he has passed away. I also remember seeing Verdine and Phillip but none of the other guys came down and got anything. But one of the back up singers from the Emotions came down every evening and got a deli sandwich, chips and a drink and stood there ad chatted with me for a few minutes. I old her I was a drummer and had a band and she told me to keep playing and to pursue my dreams. She was very nice. Maurice was nice as well. I would have loved to talk to Verdine and Phillip bailey, but like I say, none of the band ever came back down. I guess a roadie or somebody got them food from local restaurants while they were there. Anyway it was an experience I'll never forget and I am now 65 years old.
My all-time favorite group. I'm now 68 and I was dancing to their music since I was a teenager. Thank you for posting this video.
This should be the Superbowl Halftime entertainment?
Every year!
😊
You mean some real music?
EWF and Chicago. Yea. Real music.
Hell yeah!!! 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻
45 years later and STILL INCREDIBLE. Thank you, EW&F!
Would LOVE to drum just ONE song with them !!!!! Love u all !!!
Amen, the Elements of the Universe,!
Yup! The music is timeless.
The Best😊
MY WORDS EXACTLY !!!!
i see Ralph, Verdine, and Phillip .. RIP ANDREW, MAURICE, FRED, and CHARLES. Love for Larry AL, and Johnny... EWF fan forever.
I missed out , never got the chance to see EWF in concert , and other band members are now in music heaven , I can only listen to them on other way's , still have my cd's.
@@mariopacheco3734ways
My favorite sax man Don Myrick, Louis Satterfield who tutored Verdine on bass but was an awesome horn man and the great Sheldon Reynoldsburg 😢
*Sheldon Reynolds
Where's Nolan
This is what we should watch during SuperBowl half time show-True performers.
Yep
100%
1993年か94年頃だったかな？札幌の月寒グリーンドームのライブに行きました、大卒の社会人2〜3年生で、感動で泣きっ放しでした😂
アース最高っす😊❤
모리스의 보컬을 들으셨겠네요! 그 시대를 사셨다는 게 너무 부럽습니다 😢😢
僕は、一生Earth,wind&fireのファンです❗️この曲が1番好きです🎵
@@leonk.5098 私もこの曲 大好きです😀
Best band EVER! Hands down. EWF got me through college in the 70's and still keeps me going today.
Tower of Power was pretty fancy too for a funky horn band.
Remember Cold Blood with Lydia Pence? They were pioneers at this style of music.
Then there's BS&T and CTA.
Kinda hard to make the case for "best." They're all awesome.
Absolutely the Best Band EVER!!!!!!!!
I'm a die-hard fan since the 70's. All i want to do is dance when i hear their songs. What an incredible band. The best of the best! 🎤🎸🎷🎹🥁👗👏👏
Me too.
The legendary! I Miss maurice white 😢 ewf is my idol since 1989 and i was just in grade 6! My dad influenced me ewf! He always play the cassette tape of ewf.. love you guys! God bless you more and good health...
I been listening since the 70s
My all time FAVORITE band❤❤❤❤❤❤❤
Great musicians,ufffff
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My favorite band, and song that ALWAYS makes you happy! ❤
If this doesn’t get you moving then you may be unconscious. Best song ever… yow. RIP Maurice
This song has stayed no.1 on my personal charts since 1978. No song has been able to come close.
I love fantasy as much.
Earth, Wind and Fire. The reason I chose to play trumpet almost 5 decades ago. Great music is timeless.
宇宙で楽しみたくなりますよね、本当に。
I'm 61. When I was 11-12, EW&F was my favorite band for years and years. They still sound awesome.
Please check out the covers of some of their songs by Leonid & Friends and you’ll feel like you’re 28 again. Trust me! I’ve got 8 years on you.
Verdine White is what so many bass players grew up wanting to be like.
He influences the funk aspects of my bass playing to this day and forever. So grounded, he serves the music while still having a clear identity that shines.
You gotta be kidding right? Those bass lines are legendary, but Verdine wasn't the one playing them!
@@DLHerrod No you were LoL.
@@DLHerrod that is the most confusing comment I think I've read all year.
Verdine recorded and played the bass line for September... not sure what else we can say to you on this.
@@genesmith4019 definitely wasn't me either......😂😆🤣
Few things make me feel as good as listening to Earth Wind and Fire. So appreciate these fine people.
That bass Line amazes me every time!
One of the greatest groups of musicians ,singers and songwriters ever period ......the world loves EW&F. Period.... Fantasy one of the greatest compositions ever
They are SO GOOD. I’ve seen them in concert 5 times since 2014 and I never get tired of watching them live. Turning 35 this coming September 21st and I blast this song in the house or car every year on my birthday 🥳
Happy Birthday 🎉 3:01
How awesome of a birthday gift.
EWF is timeless!
How many of you thought “This might be good , lemme listen to just a few songs”, then 30 minutes later you realize “Holy smokes, that was just the best time I spent this WHOLE DAY!”
Nile and Chic- Just so solid, the whole band, AMAZING.
I know!!!❤❤❤❤❤❤
My wedding will be on Thursday, September 21st 2023 , this song is the very reason me and my fiancee chose the date. 😊
make sure to have it payed there. congrats!
Congrats!
Congratulations to the newly weds. May you be blessed with health, wealth, happiness and abundant prosperity.
❤
Nice!
Can never get enough of this song. This song is eternal!
Today is my 59 th birthday...and this song always was and will be my favorite energy for my life...!!❤😂🎉
眠れない真夜中に見つけた🎉
見つけられたから眠れなくても良かった💐
@@千里-p4x この曲は永遠ですね
I saw them at the Aquarius Theater in Hollywood taping (I believe) “The Midnight Special” in the 70’s. Took my teenaged children to see them at The Hollywood Bowl in the 2000’s. They introduced and paid tribute to Maurice that night. Memorable performances both. Decades apart and delivering! Undisputed greatness.
I was a teenager in the 70s. Every time I hear this it's s brand new. ❤
This song never gets old….Classic feel good song…
Must say i do miss Maurice White…..
I'm a Virgo born in September so this song is always special to me.
The bass line is beautiful and Maurice Whites vocals over the original recording was simply amazing. May he Rest in Eternal Peace.
God bless you all EW&F ❤
Same here! I start blasting this song in the car and house all the month of September.....well, I do that all the time anyway. :-)
E le. gambe andavano da sole
You cannot beat the old songs these gentlemen are brilliant ❤now that’s what I call a great song
Still sound just as fresh today! Absolutely fantastic! EWF Always…
These guys are timeless, pure talent. Music of my teens
Warms my heart watching musicians that are singing. Unlike today it's rare to see mainstream musician who plays music and sing besides blues, metal, rock and jazz.
Takes me back to my senior year of high school in Detroit when this song came out. They were just churning out hit after hit during that period from '73 to '80. Back when music was real and played and sung by real musicians. God Bless EWF and RIP Maurice White.
Thanx for your memories. The beauty of this music is that Maurice will always be with us.
@@amorroma1244 💯❤️
"Real musicians". Amen to that.
EWF= Every Way Fantastic music!!!!!
I'm 66 now and for 50 years swinging, who can sit still when this music is played?
Thanks from the Netherlands for this great musical pleasure!❤❤❤❤❤
Awesome! EWF rips the ass out of it! every time. Maurice RIP brother. I love drums, but the MAN on this planet is the Bassist! Always has been. ✌
2:05 best of my love - the emotions
That’s one for the emotions.
so much so much respect
I'm from Dominican Republic and I'm 53 years old, and I have always listened to this musical group.
you have good taste my friend ~
Thanks
One of the best pop/soul songs of all time!!
One of the best songs that has ever been recorded. Love you guys ❤
White guy from England. These guys are beautiful. Gotta love Africa for its influence on modern music. God bless them all. Timeless classic.
Afortunadamente los afroamericanos han salido muy buenos cantantes y músicos.
Yes❤
My father use to play this on vinyls..and i began to love their music since then. now i'm 49 and still love their songs..
Saw E.W.&F at the Celaris amphitheater, Atlanta, Georgia 2021. They shared the bill with Santana. They were so very good. You would have thought they were brand new band, not a fifty-year-old group. Still hungry and striving for excellence which they attained was every song they did.
That is so great. The guys are just focusing on playing the tune in the pocket, without having to do the show stuff. Nice to see they can still do that. I love it.
Priceless; thank you! ❤
エースタジオのエンディング、めちゃいい曲！マイケルかな？と思ったらブルーノマーズ！！どこか懐かしい、とても元気がでます♪
When I was in college late (70's), EW&F did a concert at the stadium on campus. I couldn't afford the ticket but their stage must have been 4-5 stories tall, it could been seen from our dorm room across the street from the stadium towering above with all of the awesome sound, theatrics and lighting. It was amazing! They are still amazing!
Through their music nothing short of creative genius and talent they gave us great times and memories
If I was stuck on a deserted island and could only have one song - this would be it. It's the greatest, happiest song of all time. You just can't possibly be down when listening to September.
What a magnificent musical force …. Composing & performing …..endless thanks for bringing so much joy to so many ♥️♥️♥️🙏🙏🙏
One of my favorite bands ever in my lifetime. At 68, I will never hear such wonderful music and uplifting songs again. The greatest musicians and songwriters in my lifetime that I was blessed to see in concert and purchase their music. A racially diverse group that united our communities with love and passion and respect. God love them all and keep them all in his tight hand as he calls them to his side.
One of the greatest bands ❤💥🏄🏻♂️❤️✨🔥
When my first grandchild was born we were in the car and this song came on. The month was September. Tears came to my eyes. I love this song!
Every September 21st I wake my Daughter up in the morning to this song. This is the date my beautiful Daughter was born on and it's Celebrated with the start of this song. Yah really Cool and Beautiful. Thank you E.W& F for sharing this Celebrated song 🎉 ❤.
Shout out to the engineer, that's a crisp mix
For real man! Respect to him, this sounds incredible!
Having really good gear helps too, but they're SO talented!!!
a little too dry for me but indeed a crisp mix
@@DavyBrown_I usually avoid these comments on pro mixes but to be honest, yes it’s is a crisp and well balanced mix but I do agree with you it’s a bit dry….just a touch of reverb on a parallel bus would do this mix good. But it’s all subjective and this is clearly a top level pro mix to begin with….
so compressed and dead sounding mix in my opinion, very mono. Take a listen to the studio version, I think you'll change your mind
Saw them in concert in 2023. They put on a great show. EWF was there through all my growing up years. 64 yrs young and still keep them on my playlist ❤😊
What a song! So much energy! Always makes me happy!
The best song! It's also very popular in Japan!
Japanese people are shy.
I'm dancing at home! Best song! !
@@たえこ-y3b
いっぱい踊っちゃってください😃
The sound is still there. I hear in my head Maurice singing this. You can see him do his walk on stage when he did this song. Saw them many years ago. Philip Bailey voice and the guys good
Essa música faz parte da trilha sonora da minha vida! Abraços do Brasil 🇧🇷
Da minha também 🎉👏👏👏👏
I'm 78 and you guys are as good as ever. You have it in your soul. Everybody close but no cigar
Love Earth Wind and Fire. My favorite of theirs
Che dire.... stupendo! Tanti elementi per una sinfonia perfetta. Grande emozione.
Quem não gosta desta música é só esperar 5000 anos que provavelmente ela vai parar de fazer sucesso,EWF é o máximo 👏🏿👏🏿👏🏿
This is perfection. Pure joy to watch and listen too. Makes you feel good. 💙💙💙🎤
Grateful there's no law against that much talent in one room !!!!!
Like a fine wine... you guys still know how to rock it in style
Saw them 3 times in the early 70's in Indianapolis. I think tickets were between $10 and $15 dollars. Damn. Those were the days.
but you only make $20,000 a year in 1970
Naptown!
Mis favoritos desde que se oyeron en Cuba, un abrazo desde España espero verlos en vivo, tengo 70 pero como Uds me veo y me siento.
This song always puts me in a great mood
I got to see the original EWF late 70’s in Frankfurt Germany! Drummer spinning 360 degrees, legendary best band & songs, Maurice rest in peace ❤
AS. A 62 YEAR. VETERAN MUSIC. PROFESSIONAL. RETIREE I ENJOY YOUR ICONIC MUSIC YOU REMAIN THE GREATEST. INNNOVATIVE. ICONIC GENUIS. MUSIC TROOP OF ALL TIME CONGRATULATIONS. I WILL SOON BE IN YOUR AUDIENCE
Watched their two concerts in Manila back in '87 and mid-90s. Reese led the first, though he wasn't in the second anymore. Nevertheless, all of us who were there enjoyed both. They're legends.
That song will always be pure greatness and joy. Thank you!
Came out my college graduating year. The 70’s were great for music and clothes. I was 3 inches taller thanks to those shoes! 😄
Oh yes what’s life without EWF on the deck in your ride from grade school till today at 63 can always say that’s the way of the world hooked us the way the whole album flowed song to song with no down between tracks seemed like the longest song of meanings in the world ,thanks EWF!,,, for memories n future partakes
Real music, real talent, real musicianship, sophisticated harmonies and arrangement: The Real Thing.
My favorite song!!! I've given instructions to play this at my funeral, hope that doesn't sound morbid..... I've been a fan for at least 48 years!
I love this talented group! Fantastic still-after all these years. Thank you for the video! It’s 2024 and I still listen to the “I Am” album often. Saw them live long ago - so so fortunate.
One of the best Presidents ever. Being a musician myself he has talent!
Thank you for sharing the video. Earth Wind And Fire still WOOOWWW in 2023. Greetings from Indonesia (EWF fans since 80's)
Maurice White had vision, courage and a boatload of talent. He is missed. That’s the way of the World, and September are my favorite EW&F jams. Love them still after 50 yrs. ❤❤❤
Wow, this is a mind blowing live performance from EW&F, can't get enough of this group.
Verdine,,, your group makes me want to live FOREVER !!! ❤
This brings joy to the heart! Thank you all so much for this and many other great songs!
SUPERGREAT BAND NOTHING BUT PURE SOUL, GREAT JOB WELL DONE OVER THE YEARS.KEEP ON KEEPING ON!!!!!!! WE HEAR YA!
They still sound awesome after all these years
E W&F created a whole new level for expression 'to groove'
I will always LOVE THE ELEMENTS of THE UNIVERSE Earth Wind & Fire💖💖💖💖💖💖💖
One of the great r&b/pop songs of the 70’s.
Absolutely wonderful" beautiful music" beautiful musicians, beautiful girls
Wow!!! Such a joyful song....you cannot sit still when the first notes of this classic crank up. Those of us of a certain age that remember when this first came out....good times!!
Stupenda! Spettacolare! GRAZIE!!!!
Best live concert I ever saw. 1983. Special effects and musicianship awesome.
This was brilliant on so many levels. The solos, the harmonies, the off notes, riffs, complexities.....you guys blew me away!
Those people outside watching are loving it. I would love to see these guys live.
❤ I love the wonderful group of my adolescence Earth, Wind & Fire all are extraordinarily magnificent.... A memory for Maurice White in heaven!
Great song! EW&F.... Great band! 👍 🏴
パワーがあるのですごい素晴らしいの一言元気もらえる最高❤🎉
It's impossible to listen to this band and not be in a goooooood mood!!! It's definitely a song I listen to to start my day
This is live in a radio studio folks - perfection!!