The Spinners - You're Throwing A Good Love Away

[LondonAcidHouse1988]

Nice performance and great video you've really put some time and thought into that - thanks for the upload.

[kwanet1]

Just to dispel the myth that Phillipe's funeral was poorly attended,check his fan page on facebook, there are a few pictures of the service held in Detroit where the turnout was considereably larger

[princenelson22]

Second time I've heard the sad story of his funeral attendance, or the lack thereof. It hurts me in a special way, since I had spoken to him in Brooklyn,New York, back in the early summer of '83. He had his two sons with him at the time. I truly appreciate the fact that he recognized me as a friend. If the circumstances had permitted, there is no way, no how, I would not have been the ninth person attending his raising. However, that's been the Almighty, Phillipe, and myself. Rest in Peace.

[smash5590]

This is probably one of my favorite songs from the spinners. It's relaxing to me even on a bad day.

[2004mojo]

I remember hearing about his heart attack while performing and passing away the next day. So sad. I didn't know anything about his funeral but his voice. OMG his voice!! One of a kind.

[calwaite]

@2004mojo He had a heart attack on stage at Ivey's (Ivy's?) in Jack London Square in Oakland.

[summerdiva1]

I caught their story on "Unsung." It was very interesting. Phillipe had a distinct voice, I've never heard another who sounds like him.... RIP, brother.

[slick624]

For those that dont know the Spinners history, The rest of the Spinners BEGGED Phillipe to stay with them but he thought it was him and not the whole group that made them so successful, later on in an interview he said the worse career decision he ever made was leaving the Spinners, its a real shame, there was no one close to them when he was with them and thats saying alot considering the O'Jays, Whispers, Stylistics,Harold Melvin ect were all out there at the same time.

[devernie1]

@slick624; Also, Alan Thicke, Phillipe's manager had a lot to do with the split. He convinced Phillipe that the group wouldn't be the same without him. I really, truly believe that without that outside influence, Phillipe might have stayed with the group, kept on the "right track" (if you know what I mean), and not died so soon.

[slick624]

@devernie1 Your probly right about the manager misleading him its a real shame, my uncle was a big spinners fan when i was growing up and thats how i got into them, i remember we went to see the Spinners live at the Latin Casino and were all excited to see Phillipe cause we heard he use to get real into it and dance on the tables and it wind up being the the first concert with their new lead singer, nobody even knew they split, the whole place was shocked, he was good but he wasnt Phillipe.

[devernie1]

@slick624- Hi Slick. :o) Really wish I could have seen Phillipe perform live. My dad's boss was co-owner of Club Harlem in Atlantic City, the Spinners performed live there back in 1975, I think. All my dad could talk about after that was Phillipe taking the mic and dancing up and down the aisles. By the time I first saw them live in 1978, John Edwards had taken over as lead singer. I agree, John was good, but he was no Phillipe.

[calwaite]

@devernie1 You must never have seen John Edwards live with the Spinners! He was the best, most charismatic lead singer I ever saw, and I saw everyone going back to the original Temps in '65. John's stage presence and his monster voice were absolutely stunning in person. Phillipe was sensational, too, equal to John in my opinion.

[devernie1]

@calwaite: Both were great in their own way, we can split the difference, friend. :o) I saw John Edwards live with the Spinners twice, back-to-back in 1977 and 1978. John's leads on "Cupid," "Working My Way Back to You" and "Heaven on Earth (So Fine)" were dynamic. But overall, Phillipe had the larger, more impressive body of work. And at the end of the day, Wynne was the greatest ad-libber that ever lived. Pretty much everybody in the industry has acknowledged that.

[Warrenb0820]

@devernie1 I have to agree with you 100 percent. Both men were great in their time, but Philippe Wynne had that passion in his voice and his ad-libs were in doubt the greatest of all time. His style of singing and yes... his body of work will go down in history. Let me put it to you like this....In years to come, who do you think the public will remember the most...Wynne or Edwards? Philippe was in a league all by himself. Truly the absolute best!!!!

[frankw5122003]

Only 8 people at his Funeral where were the singers and record label people who I hope should have had some feelings for Phillipe(202LBS of all MAN) Wynne. I wish I knew I could have had a hundred there myself. (SHAME)

[cheapscape76]

Wow so beautiful

[Popasoul55]

this is just beautiful

[DissociativeIdentity]

Philippe rules but Henry's voice is like honey on the first verse... so easy to relate to this song

[MALKIA75]

not true only 8 people at his califonia funeral all spinners came to his detroit funeral he is buried in detroit

[attaone]

Thom Bell. Philly. Jamaica. Black and beautiful...this Motown Man loves you...so country, so ...I LOVE YOU from Detroit, Michigan.

[Mrstingemray58]

the greatest ad-libber in history, alot of what he would say at the end of his songs, were never even wrote!

my all time favorite.

[dp100eboggan]

@Mrstingemray58 That was that spark of the divine! You just can't script nothin for it! I could listen to this man ad-lib for a whole song!

[Mrstingemray58]

the greatest ad-libber in history, alot of what he would say at the end of his songs, were never even wrote!

my all time favorite

[Mrstingemray58]

the greatest adlibber in history, alot of what he would say at the end of his songs, were never even wrote!

[formyearsonly]

I had the honor to dance on stage with these guy's twice...peoplle friendly and ultimate crowd pleasers...loved Phillpe'...comitted soul to his craft...music

[pastorturner]

O.K...Give me details...Where was the funeral?..Was his family there, if not why not?...The Spinners, if not why not?....Old friends from Cincy, if not why not?..Why did you get your info? Where you in attendance? Thanks for responding...

[JedJr23]

trojanluck88 and warrenb0820, It's apparent that you two know when you hear an incredible voice. Philippe had an awesome voice and used it well. Trojan, you are right by saying it was an instrument. I don't understand why the entire music industry was not at his funeral. I was truly hurt when I heard about his death. He will always be my favorite singer. He can never be replaced in my mind. The Spinners made some great music, but You're throwing a good love away is my all time favorite.

[trojanluck88]

All he gave us, and eight (8) people were at his funeral in '84. Thats beyond my comprehension. Water come to my eyes til this day, when I think about that. This world can really be a deep freezer! But he left us something that will never die. One of the most soulful voices this world has ever heard. His voice WAS an instrument. We'll never forget you. R.I.P. Phillipe' 1941-1984..

[Warrenb0820]

@trojanluck88 I am so sorry to hear this. All I know is if I knew where his funeral was located, I would have been there to show my respect. I've been a devoted Philippe Wynne fan since he became the lead singer of the Spinners and I still to this day feel that he never ever received the respect and credit he deserved. He belted out so many hits for us still to this day we listen to. He is truly missed and that is why I featured him on several videos. Thanks for the comment!!!

[MsClassof89]

Take 'em to church Philippe! My favorite part is 7:21 when he scats. It's like his soul is itching and he's trying to scratch it by singing. Great!

[londonsbest2000]

Wow brings back great memories