Bobby Purify - I'm your puppet

[bubblebathtube]

oh yes this make sme wanna get close to a special lady and be her puppet.. pull my string baby.. rapido..

[lokocompton]

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[WickedTornado]

Why isn't this man "out there" night after night making millions of dollars? What a voice. Never heard a better one belt this type of stuff out. One of my favorite songs ever since I first heard it in either '66 or '67. joel in tucson

[fashionista444]

This isn't the real Bobby who recently died. This is Ben Moore who joined the band after Bobby left the group. Ben used the name Bobby Purify when performing often. But RIP to the original Bobby whose full name was Robert Lee Dickely. He died Dec 29th, 2011.

[kindthoughts1]

Great voice and performance at his mature age :-) This song brings back many memories of my childhood. RIP Mr. Purify (1939-2012)

[geewhizpat]

RIP Bobby...so sad

[cherokeebjones]

Rest in peace Bobby Purify.

[JazzzMichael]

RIP Bobby



[TREYOLDHIPPIE]

I heard he has passed on the radio. He is another RnB great goin on thru the pearly gates. He is in the best company now, and will be missed.. Its nice to have this video to see him here, when we want to. I love this song, thank you.

[professordumbledorf]

R.I.P. Bobby.



[CumbiaCowboy]

For everyone's information (from that era), there's no such thing as original band, maybe an original member or two but for one to say the original band? Come on, give me a break, not even the Rolling Stone who are one of the most recognized bands of all time consist of original members.

PS: Don't need to read a book to know what a little common sense can do!

[WickedTornado]

@CumbiaCowboy Quite a few of the orig. stones are out there still..at least more than "normal" for a band out there working since the early 60's. Heard Stone's bassist Bill Wyman on the radio the other day...a cool guy who's really into metal detecting. But I know what you're saying. My bet is that this was originally cut with a studio band....probably all cats that most of us would know the names of, if you're into music. I sure would like to find out who was on the orig. cut. Anybody know?

[turkmaniac69]

@xbulletproofx3 yes he is dead

[akebo92]

That cowboy drummer got some soul

[WickedTornado]

@akebo92 Oh yes he does! If I'm correct, he's the same drummer that was with them from the start, and was

even on the original recording of this. Again, this could be wrong, but it's the way I understand it. At any rate, the guy does have his share of soul. Probably one of those ol' Memphis or southern cats who's paid his musical dues over and over again, schlepping his equipment out of smoky bars at 3 am...driving home dead tired.

[tomthefunky]

@WickedTornado: That's not the original drummer. Gene Chrisman was the drummer. He was with the legendary American Studios band in Memphis. I recommend the book "Memphis Boys" by Roben Jones if you want to know the full story of that band. It's nothing short of astonishing what they achieved.

[WickedTornado]

@tomthefunky Then who is the guy drumming now? I made my statement based on info that was told to me by someone who should have known. No big deal. But whoever this cat is...he's dead on it. BTW....whatever happened to Gene Chrisman? Is he still alive? Thanks joel in tucson

[tomthefunky]

@WickedTornado: I don't know who this drummer is. Gene's retired now. He always hated the road but the original band still plays occasionally. Remember The Highwaymen back in the 80's? Cash, Willie, Waylon and Kristofferson? Well, Gene and the band can be seen in the live concert video they made. You can find it on youtube.

They are also the band on King Curtis's "Memphis Soul Stew". Very few people know that. Their list of smash hits are endless. Check the book out.

[Earnest66]

ashburnhouse .......you are a fool.

[ashburnhouse]

All those musicians should be hung at the nearest tree. What a disgrace.

[Annalidasweetheart]

I love Diz song-33333

[ashaliah02]

Looove this song...

[druhbe1996]

If you like this type of REAL SOUL SINGING he sounds a lot like my man CLARENCE CARTER who has always been blind / will some one please post the LONG ORIGINAL VERSION of "TAKE IT ALL OFF" / also. "STROKIN' and "LOVE BUILDING" so others can be introduced to the kinda real music / sexy & soulful music black Americans have always enjoyed

[druhbe1996]

When a song is YOUR SONG ! Rarely does anyone else ever sing it better / another great performance of a beloved SOUL CLASSIC by the original artist / THANKS FOR SHARING !!

[dunbarrn]

In B flat it would be E flat to F not F to G. Anyway it is a 1,2, 3, 4, 5 progression. I think this one here is in A if my guitar is tuned to concert e.

[dunbarrn]

I almost forgot about this song until I heard the Elton John Version this weekend. Can't wait to play it with the guys. Keyboard can cover the horns the base line is a gas and the drums are right in the pocket and with a few little guitar fills in between the chords should sound cool. B flat, c minor, d minor, F and G should get it done. Be tough to cover Bobby's vocals though.

[MRYgTHATSME]

Thumbs up if soul men got you one this video

[Turntill]

I love it!!!!!!! Cant stop watchin it!

[1947burke]

SUPER SOUL MAN

[12221131]

The man's got Soul right down to his fingertips .....

[4082da209]

I'm 14 thumbs up if you still slap this shit

[yeeaa95]

who ever disliked .............

fuck you !!!!

[THUGDENNY]

heel yeah that´s is my shit :D

[atp1962]

Is james still alive, or just Bobby?

[adaltiorasemper]

In onore del grande Bernie Mac !!! Riposa In Pace Bernie.

[silverlady1000]

I gotta say Bobby still sounds as great as ever! Didnt know he was still performing today. Keep on souling!! Thanks for this.

[rosechris48]

@silverlady1000 Hi Yes, I got to know Bobby pretty well in the 70`s here in England on tour I think 76, his real name is Ben Moore and I believe he is now blind with Glucoma, I used to feel really proud, I travelled around the Baileys night clubs with them and Bobby would dedicate "when a man loves a woman" to me when he was on stage. They were a great time in my life.

[vicious426]

Just to clarify, "Bobby" Moore's real first name is Ben.

[vicious426]

James and Bobby Purify had two other great songs that received air time back in the day (1967) , "Wish You Didn't Have To Go," and "Let Love Come Between Us." Interestingly there was never a REAL Bobby Purify, but two different singers used the Purify name in the group. The first one was James' cousin who had a different last name. When he left the group Bobby Moore, the gentlemen singing in this video, took his place. Bobby lost his eyesight to glaucoma and is now blind.....

[yamora2]

I wish today's songs were as romantic and good without the profanity. Bobby Purify

is one of the last of the dying breed

Lavec

[yamora2]

I wish today's songs were as romantic and good without the profanity. Bobby Purify

is one of the last of the dying breed

[deepPTSD]

Absolute brilliance!

[2012PIOTR]

2008einstein2009 is my comments ;-))

[Vincent50]

Dang he don't look too hot but his voice is awesome. He sound better than he did back in the day when he made the song.  Sing man.....

[joidru]

show!!!!!!!!!

[amd77j]

Real SOUL music. Genuine, heartfelt. Thanks for posting!!!!

[jimmybaggs]

The only oldie in this video is the song. Guy can sing.

[jdmfish87]

Great song to cruise to

[rogermarkwalker]

Awesome Oldie... :)

[brink1000]

So simple, so beautiful, so devastating, so everlasting.

[175mariah]

I just broke out dancing by myself when I heard this after all these years hahahahahahaha darn he sounds better now than in the original!!!!!! BEAUTIFUL!!!!

Drummer is perfect!!!!!!

[rolewicz3]

better than the original!!! Thank You!!

[eltoffer23]

Yeah really really awesome, love it! :D

[eltoffer23]

really really like it

[ramgarr]

good

[TVpiotrek]

FANTASTIC AND AWESOME SONG, MY FAV + VIDEO REPLY ;) BEAUTIFUL

[naderchaser]

And while I'm at it, props to that drummer...whoever he is. The cat picked all the right equipment...his snare is perfectly tuned....the cymbals ideal for this song. His background vocals are dead on. Wonder who he is, and his pedigree. Amazing to think the guy standing next to you pumping gas into his car can be a one bad mofo in his realm. Joel in Tucson

[naderchaser]

Listen to him lay it down!! Damn...this bro still has it. Actually, I think he sounds better than in '66, I loved this song since I first heard it as a 6th grader in tiny little dusty Marana Arizona. Surfed into this one just on pure luck. Favorited it after hearding it for 5 seconds, Thanks to whomever posted this. Joel in Tucson

[Rick123691]

This CAT is ob FIRE !!! Aamzing Voice Still......after all these years....PURE TALENT

[VellyVel1986]

H still sounds awesome!

[view4evah]

Pure soul, thank you for posting!

[Crander1962]

heaven

[boxpusher42]

May Louie Boyston RIP .. this was his goal... Hope you and band are doing well...RIP to Gibby as well

[2008einstein2009]

One of the best song of all time! SOUL LEGEND 100/100

[corbettle71zj]

Baileys,lol. i'm from leicester.Chicken in the basket

[2008einstein2009]

Awesome! 5+ from movie 'Soul Men' (2008)

[jstmeanu]

yeah, the movie was tight

[rosechris48]

Bobby is still as good as when I knew them in the U.k. in the 70`s when he and James were touring the nightcclubs known as Baileys. Good song Bobby

[jukeboxinmymind]

I have the my 45 from the 60's of this. He does a great job on this song. I like this performance. He has his heart in this.

[behebek2008]

great performance .that's music,real musicians,excellent

[prettycountrygirl2]

This sounds GOOD. His voice is still GREAT. Thanks for posting this.

I'm pulling the string, so Bobby come be my puppet.

[Runnin4Him85]

He still sounds great! Awesome performance.

[smokeyvelvet42]

This guys sounds awsome, even better than the old days. He puts that soul right in there, taking no prisoners these guys still have it in every sense of the word. Right on!!! u da man!! u da man!!!! Can I get an amen yowl???? or a hallaluyah ??

[56kidd]

Does anyone know where this performance took place? This is Ben Moore also known as Bobby Purify. He lives in Pensacola Florida and he is one of the greatest talents from that city. Man, he still sounds awesome.

[PIANOMANBOB]

Nice! up beat from original drummer is great

YOU GO BOBBY! YA THE MAN! KEEP ON KEEPING ON! WANT TO SEE MORE VIDEO LIKE THIS THAT ARE VERY CLOSE TO THE ORIGINAL RECORDING YET HAVE A BREATH OF FRESH AIR THAT JUST TELLS ME THIS SONG IS TIMELESS. WHO IS NEXT

[LoveMyMuzik]

Nice Clip

[joko9395]

Bobby & James were cousins

[Shaqfan32]

i have this song on my mp3. i luv this song

[hylozoik]

fine version! =)

[Sixtiesmania]

That drummer rules! Singing great and playing at the same time! Nice!

[jo22338601]

Thanks for the posting, sure miss these guys, I believe James passed away. Wonderful and enjoying this keep it coming

[jakelo]

Just heard this song in Soul Men. This is a beautiful version. Thanx.

[elderkev]

He and his brother (james & Bobby) did this song originally

[MMAMeetsBoxing]

Where's James Purify??

Great Post!!

[frankie8820lee]

fuck fowesk .. you fool

[glendalover]

I Love This Song!

[jaedabean]

I love this song!

[fowesk]

is a shit... fuck bobby and fuck you....ojojojojojojoj

[P102AB]

beautiful.....he sounds great !!

[eplafan]

WOW .... he still sounds great! He can out sing a lot of the so-called singers of today ... ANY day!

[NANIE702]

i love this song(:

[ASTROHOTROD]

and just think,,the Brothers didn't think they were good enough to leave Fl. for Muscle Shoals to record this all time great. Sure glad they made the trip. Thanks Spooner for for writing one great song.

[corbettle71zj]

Brilliant song i love it.