she is truly an amazing Jazz vocalist who delved successfully and beautifully into the Disco era and she was the first woman artist signed to Blue Note records
The Amazing Marleena Shaw... I remember this song in the 70s when it came out and every ear was tuned in to what initially was thought to be Nancy Wilson and then the radio announce "Marleena Shaw!".What a testament to not only the classiest sounds of that time but of ALL TIME . Your sisterly rap in the beginning is certainly unmatched; and your rich musical vocals paved the way for what became known as jazz/R&B music; simply phenomenal!!!
This may sound silly, but I used to sneak in my mom's music and listen to this album when I was a kid. I used to pretend like I was sitting in the audience enjoying the show! LOL!!! First of all, I absolutely LOVE Marlena Shaw!! This rendition is the ULTIMATE version of this song. I had the pleasure of seeing Ms. Shaw live in concert a few years ago and she was AWESOME! Just as sassy and soulful as ever! This brings back so many memories for me. Thanks for posting this version!
the studio version of this song is a classic beautiful Quiet Storm favorite. it is melodic clever funny touching and many other excellent qualities all rolled into one this live version is a hoot Marlena Shaw's comedic wit and quickness are not to be believed in addition to her amazing Jazzy vocal Talent
...I got to see her up North, a club on Divasdero, San Francisco (I think before this recording) and later at Yoshi's (Claremont)... she was fantastic!
@SuperXavier30 - Thanks for making me feel better about my little confession! LOL Actually, my friend took me as a surprise. I had know Idea who I was going to see, then all of the sudden the music starts and out comes the diva herself! I was almost in tears, I was so excited! If you ever get a chance to see one of her shows, please do. Not only is she a great vocalist, but she is funny as hell. Marlena puts on quite a show.
Sensational.... great hearing this once again, she is Brilliant.. and funny, Love her... thanks for posting, wonderful repartee~ a timeless classic. Put a great big smile on my face :)) M xox
@CHEWDwivTHEinCrowd, Nice of you to leave such a Positive comment.Also great work keeping classy gems of this caliber alive,Keep On spreading the word my Friend!!
@ShangoJamal - U are sooooo crazy! LOL!!!!! You've got me over here crackin up!! I used to try to do that too and like you I STILL can't master it either! Thanks for making me laugh today. I needed that!
@SEFYH,Doesn't sound silly to me,I have to confess I used to sit in my darked bedroom with George Benson's Greatest Love Of All,pretending I was him performing in concert,now that's silly! Lucky you, I've seen many of the greats but I still haven't been fortunate enough to witness Marlena Shaw...Cheers!
This is the best version of this iconic track!!
Thank you Lady Marlena Shaw for your exquisite artistry ! May you rest in glorious peace always !
she is truly an amazing Jazz vocalist who delved successfully and beautifully into the Disco era and she was the first woman artist signed to Blue Note records
Thank You I Didn't That About She was the first woman on Blue Note I saw her at the Bijou Cafe in 1978 in Philly
The Amazing Marleena Shaw... I remember this song in the 70s when it came out and every ear was tuned in to what initially was thought to be Nancy Wilson and then the radio announce "Marleena Shaw!".What a testament to not only the classiest sounds of that time but of ALL TIME . Your sisterly rap in the beginning is certainly unmatched; and your rich musical vocals paved the way for what became known as jazz/R&B music; simply phenomenal!!!
This may sound silly, but I used to sneak in my mom's music and listen to this album when I was a kid. I used to pretend like I was sitting in the audience enjoying the show! LOL!!!
First of all, I absolutely LOVE Marlena Shaw!! This rendition is the ULTIMATE version of this song. I had the pleasure of seeing Ms. Shaw live in concert a few years ago and she was AWESOME! Just as sassy and soulful as ever! This brings back so many memories for me. Thanks for posting this version!
Superlative! I've watched her show, years ago in Tokyo/Blue Note!Just Unforgettable!👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏🙋♀️❤️
the studio version of this song is a classic beautiful Quiet Storm favorite. it is melodic clever funny touching and many other excellent qualities all rolled into one this live version is a hoot Marlena Shaw's comedic wit and quickness are not to be believed in addition to her amazing Jazzy vocal Talent
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This is one of my favorite songs written by Carole King.
Got to see and hear this great lady at Vine Street Bar & Grill many years ago when I was living in LA. Great singer, put on a hell of a show!!
...I got to see her up North, a club on Divasdero, San Francisco (I think before this recording) and later at Yoshi's (Claremont)... she was fantastic!
My favourite version, thx for posting it!
I heard this version during the happiest time of my life
believe it or not.
Y e s!!!
Saw a "Drag queen " tear this up!!!
She has a stage presence that is absolutely phenomenal. This live performance is special. I feel like I'm sitting there.
Aaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa!!!!
Deeeeeevaaaaaa !!!!
Feeeeeling it!!
My God, the brilliance!
my favorite song by Marlena Shaw is California soul
LOVE IT!
RIP❤
Thank you, thank you, thank you! This brings back a lot of memories fromt he 70s! My Mom used to play her album.
@SuperXavier30 - Thanks for making me feel better about my little confession! LOL
Actually, my friend took me as a surprise. I had know Idea who I was going to see, then all of the sudden the music starts and out comes the diva herself! I was almost in tears, I was so excited! If you ever get a chance to see one of her shows, please do. Not only is she a great vocalist, but she is funny as hell. Marlena puts on quite a show.
Going to see her tonite 10-4-14 at "Michael Feinsteins" in the Hotel Mikko, we've loved her for years...!!
Sensational.... great hearing this once again, she is Brilliant.. and funny,
Love her... thanks for posting, wonderful repartee~ a timeless classic.
Put a great big smile on my face :)) M xox
Awesome!
Excellence!
Haven't heard this in years. Thanks for posting/
I love this you go girl
@SEFYH,What a good Friend you have!
I will definitely be taking your advice to see her live next time she's here in London.Cheers!
'77 classic? Think another 11 years before. The original 7inch was released back in 1966.
@CHEWDwivTHEinCrowd, Nice of you to leave such a Positive comment.Also great work keeping classy gems of this caliber alive,Keep On spreading the word my Friend!!
@ebonetyee,Glad to bring a smile to your face,it's
great that your mother's music still resonates within you! Thanks for taking the time.
I still have the vinyl album!
@ShangoJamal - U are sooooo crazy! LOL!!!!! You've got me over here crackin up!! I used to try to do that too and like you I STILL can't master it either!
Thanks for making me laugh today. I needed that!
@mambojoeuk,Thanks for stopping by!
Whoops seeing her here in San Francisco...!
$237 excursion vacation to Barcelona, Spain??? What year was this?
1977 when she performed her original, lol!!!!
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@SEFYH,Doesn't sound silly to me,I have to confess I used to sit in my darked bedroom with George Benson's Greatest Love Of All,pretending I was him performing in concert,now that's silly!
Lucky you, I've seen many of the greats but I still haven't been fortunate enough to witness Marlena Shaw...Cheers!
@SEFYH I used to try n get my big black lips to say WHENURNEARMEWHENURNEARMEWHENURMEWHENURMEWHENURNEARME........ and 32 years later??... still can't.
@1uniquemonique I'm shocked too. Wouldn't be able to get that fare from the UK to Spain - lol
@jasonjonesesquire ,Guess that's thumbs up!..Cheers!
This is Nancy Willson, live.
I love the millie Jackson, cut just as good too, do you know it?..nzinga
Ras joseph I love Millie Jackson.
nzinga zindua me too! women to women bad album.
nzinga zindua No it is not!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! it's Marlena Shaw...omg...how sad all black pp do not look or sound alike. smh
@SuperXavier30 ... you are quite welcome... I shared with it with Mom and a few others... thx again :)
ATF
Lmao.