Best singer ever. No one today cames close to the richness and emotion of her voice. A lot of singers have powerful voices but richness and genuine emotion is rare.
She sings this song so beautifully. It's just amazing. I usually listen with headphones and just experience the greatness of Ms Hyman.....Totally amazing!!!
This song has such a bittersweet effect on me. I love it because it's such a lush tune, but it's nostalgic. This was Phyllis's breakout tune into the mainstream music scene. Her voice is truly missed.
This song is one of the greatest long songs of all time. There isn't many songs that have the background music that speaks to the soul like Norman Connors does. Go ahead Phyllis.
Laying here 4 am in the morning listening to her music brings back memories, tears, joy and loss. I can understand the feeling of being alone. I miss you so much!
I left a birthday card @ a Dallas club with my # in it, she called my house, then my job & talked to me for a long time. Such a sweet woman who was one of my all time favorites....I too cried when I heard the awful news of her death......so so sad...I miss you my gurl! You made such beautiful music for us all to remember you by..........
oh gosh, why are tears coming to my eyes... Saw this lovely lady in perform in Richmond, Virgina... she was coming out of a doorway and I was going down some stairs, as I turned to say hello... I lost my footing and fell down the stairs...very embarrassing for me, but hurt foot and all I was able to see a class act...what a voice, what beauty and style - where have all the flowers gone why are they all leaving us too soon ... RIP Phyllis Hyman
She didn't want to change the world she just wanted to be your girl. All of her failed relationships got her in the end, she didn't even tell her best friend Anita Baker at the time, what she was about to do. She felt that was the only answer, it wasn't, now that I'm encroaching my 40's I understand a little more of what she was going through. Her music lives on.
@Tacoma1993 please stop you made me cry. i knew about her b/c i saw her on school daze. she was just stunning looks and voice. then i watched her unsung and i was hooked
when old girl was in her prime i lost the luv of my life due to a car accident. so old girl holds a moment in time memory for me sleep on phyllis&km i luv you two
I was luck enough it see her one evening at the Blue Moon in New York, New Years Eve, waiting to get in when there was snowing and a line around the corner. Plus no one complained, will always be my all time favorite singer and performer...
I was luck enough it see her one evening at the Blue Moon in New York, New Years Eve, waiting to get in when there was snowing and a line around the corner. Plus no one complained, well always be my all time favorite singer and performer...
My now husband and I saw Phyllis in a small intimate lounge in West Palm Beach, FL about 30 years ago and the crispness and sincerity of her voice will never be forgotten. With the postings of her songs, those of us who appreciate music can smile because we know what we know! She is surely missed but her music lives on.
Came to know Phyllis Hyman in Hawaii while dancing in the clubs and serenading this song in my apartment to all friends and neighbors. Very sorry to lose this VOICE so early in life but we have this recording and many more of this wonderful songstress.
@BigNice001 or something. Its weird how people complain about not hearing good music and then once someone presents it to them, they don't like it. Smh
the comments here are so well said that there is nothing left to say, and yet i must weigh in. this song and ms. hyman's voice just blow me away. i love her rendition of this song. heard at least of couple of theories about why she decided to end her life. don't know why she did, but i am so sorry that she is gone.
When I first saw her in concert she opened for Peabo Bryson. She was so wonderful that the main attraction felt like a let down, and I was hooked from that moment on. Loosing her was like loosing a friend. A great talent gone to soon. I can not imagine how it must have felt to have such talent and never get you due. R.I.P and thanks for sharing your beautiful voice with the world.
My mom's favorite singer. Such a beautiful woman. She died too young. She was so sad, and i believe depression killed her, but now the angels get to here this beautiful voice.
I remember back in the 70's my sister brought this home on a 45.I remember I thought the singer had one of the most beautiful rich lovely voices I had ever heard. I would play this over and over.That was the first time I heard Phyllis Hyman. In later years became a die hard fan and bought everything I could find of her. She was one of the greats.
SHE HAS A VOICE THAT MAKES ME FEEL SO ALIVE AND INSPIRED I HAVE BEEN IN AWE OF MS HYMAN SINCE I WAS A LITTLE GIRL AND STILL TO THIS DAY I FEEL EXTREMELY BLESS
SHE HAS A VOICE THAT MAKES ME FEEL SO ALIVE AND INSPIRED I HAVE BEEN IN AWE OF MS HYMAN SINCE I WAS A LITTLE GIRL AND STILL TO THIS DAY I FEEL EXTREMELY BLESS
@edwinachikere ... Actually, this song was released in 1976; she died in 1995 -- suicide -- just a few days before her 46th birthday. It is from the Norman Connors album "You Are My Starship." The album also features the title song (".....Starship") by Michael Henderson.
(continued)... She sang what seemed this long version (some compilations give you a version about 1½ minutes shorter). The audience was mesmerized. The back-ups sang the song all the way "to fade." At the end you could hear a pin drop. Roar of thunder; standing ovation... The audience JUST... FELL... OUT!!! Half of those in tears... I know... I was one of them. Damn-it, I miss Phyllis and her music so much!
I was so fortunate to see her many times in concert. The first time I heard her sing this song in concert was at the now-defunct Circle Star Theatre, 30-minutes south of San Francisco. She was 6-ft-4-in tall; wore 4-inch red pumps to match her red dress; hair in her trade-mark up-sweep. She looked like a bronze statue that had come to life, if only to sing this song. She sat on a large speaker; cordless mic in hand, long legs dangling; under a mirror ball with the stage rotating...
AWESOME!!!!! NOW THAT'S THE WAY YOU START OFF A SONG. THE SINGERS TODAY START OFF THEIR SONGS AND THE FIRST NOTE IS TOTALLY OFF KEY AND THEY JUST CONTINUE TO GO OFF KEY.
THESE SINGERS TODAY CAN'T EVEN GET THE FIRST NOTE OF THE SONG CORRECT AND IT JUST GOES DOWN HILL FROM THERE.
PHYLLIS STARTS OFF WITH "THERE'S A SPARK OF MAGIC IN YOUR EYES". THESE SINGERS TODAY WILL FLUBBED THAT ENTIRE PART AND THEY WOULD HAVE JUST CONTINUE TO MAKE IT WORSE. THEY WOULDN'T EVEN BE ABLE TO HIT THE "THERE'S" RIGHT. PHYLLIS SUNG EVERY NOTE OF THE ON POINTE...EVERY NOTE.
@MIMI88998899 Thanks for you note of accord. Don't worry, someone will come along (LATER) who can take up where Phyllis left off. That one AIN'T here now!
@MIMI88998899 Thanks for you note of accord. Don't worry, someone will come along (LATER) who can take up where Phyllis left off. That one AIN'T here now!
I miss you so much Phyllis. Your voice speaks to my heart each and every time I hear your voice. Love is eternal and forever... and you always be with us. I love you so very much.
Diva of all Divas..Her voices touches my heart and soul and frankly makes me cry probably because every note is sung from the heart and because we are all connected by a fine thread feel what she must have been feeling when she sung it. Worth checking out her all her songs..all of them are sung with the same resonnance that pulls the strings of my heart..miss you.
i really appreciate miss phyllis hyman and i just learned about her . i love her music and enthusiasm for her performances she is definatley appreciated in my heart and mind forever!!!! i love and miss u soooo much and if i make it i'll meet you in the after life and phyllis , you owe me a song!!!!!!
Everyone needs to thank Norman Connors for bringing out Ms. Phyllis Hyman. That voice of hers could stir emotions from a Vulcan. I have loved her from the very first time I heard this song back in the late 70's. I miss her so much and only wish she was here with us today. Love you girl!!!!
im a music lover man so im taking this wonderful opportunity to thumbs up and say yes! i llove and like this music video...its so happy to give love at all things around in this planet..everyone listen to this and be inspired....
The only thing that can be said about the vocal delivery of this song: classic. The Stylistics did an outstanding job, but Norman Connors and Phyllis turned this thing into what can only be described as a MASTERPIECE. Love you Phyllis, RIP.
I had the pleasure of seeing Ms. Hyman perform this in Dallas, Texas in 1983. She was a great singer and performer. Funny, natural and what a voice. Absolutely, clear and just as you hear it here. I have her albums so I always listen to her. She is one of our great voices and I wll always miss her.
stylistics version was like "go to the studio and sing this script and call it a day. Her version "I'm gonna go to the studio, aww shit, sing this script, nope fuck it i come up with my own version. I dont got nothing else to do today...lol".
And that she did and if you notice, she puts more into it like keeps going and going from mid 4-minutes 'til the end of the song. When it ends you will catch your safe saying "keep going strong". She did the damn thing. Dueces
This song reminds me of my Baby, he is sooo fresh literally, not a man that has been around Robin's Barn, not a rabbit that has jumped from hole to hole, simply authentic. He is a rare find. I never knew this type of love was possible.
Phyllis was one of the most amazing performers I've ever seen live!...I saw her many times in NYC and she always delivered!.....Being 6 foot tall and with a voice as big as the Grand Canyon.....she was imposing and mesmerizing at the same time!.....What a performer!!!...R.I.P..... Phyllis....
Today is June 30, 2010, on this very day fifteen years ago, The Late Great Phyllis Hyman took her own life and it truly broke my heart. I grieved for more than a year. I had to pray, pray and pray over the loss. I couldn't believe it. I had just saw her six months early at the strand in Redondo Beach California and she put on and awesome show. Phyllis asked the audiance "What do you want to hear? and I screamed You know How To Love Me and she said "That's In The Show" I miss you Phyllis RIP
15 yrs ago today, god received one of his sweetest sounding angels into his kingdom. I hope Phyllis received the peace in her afterlife that she couldnt seem to find/maintain here.
@futurescholar91 - there is no God. Get your head out of your ass and grow up. Phyllis set herself FREE because the likes of you have destroyed our world with your religious oppression.
Phyllis Hyman, the beautiful 6 foot 2 inch soul and jazz diva who left us much too soon, but left us with so much beautiful music, like this song recorded with drummer, producer, group leader Norman Connors with Gary Bartz' marvelous alto sax solo.
This song is the best by the late great queen of jazz singer and actress ever. And it is better than the Stylics and the Sugababes. The most popular song from her other hits as well.
A serious slick-sweet soul diva if there ever was one: and there were others too, ya know... Natalie Cole, Syreeta (serious, serious Stevie Wonder vibe), Patti LaBelle, Jean Carne, Angela Bofill, Melba Moore, Stephanie Mills (starred in "The Wiz" on Broadway), the gals who sang with Dr. Buzzard, the gals who sang with Chic (Alfa and Luci)...a whole different fashion-vibe...and they had breasts, and hips! Lovely ladies with lovely, lovely voices. There like may never come again....
Die so young.never receive the aclaims, she deserve.a voice like an angel..
BRENT4561 2 weeks ago
THIS SONG MAKES ME WANT TO CRY JUST AMAZING 6 DISLIKES HOW
ygreenhott2 1 month ago
its no artist, that can't sing this song like her. She sings it the best. this song give me chills when i listen to it. RIP
703gap 1 month ago 2
One of the most underrated voices of the 20th Century. She was a gift.
kimmy1984 1 month ago in playlist More videos from YourMamasHangOut 2
her version gives me goosebumps....love it!
myalovely1 1 month ago 2
cool and jazzy R.I.P you'll never be forgotten
goodworkercurrent 1 month ago
amazing song
15551cue 1 month ago
Best singer ever. No one today cames close to the richness and emotion of her voice. A lot of singers have powerful voices but richness and genuine emotion is rare.
DaxShaw 2 months ago
She takes me to a beautiful place and I love being there. Lost too soon. I guess God needed a diva to complete his Heavenly Choir.
Flytown......
Flytownn 2 months ago
She sings this song so beautifully. It's just amazing. I usually listen with headphones and just experience the greatness of Ms Hyman.....Totally amazing!!!
marnita826 2 months ago
your voice so beautiful touches my inner soul your amazing - forever missed rip x
0425mia 2 months ago
A tear just rolled down my eye.
MsNy88 3 months ago
she is so underated wat a beautiful singer her and selena u cant compare the 2 they was so awsome
britt9710 4 months ago
miss you phyllis rip lol.
TryRickPayton 4 months ago
WOW!!!
TheSolaris810 4 months ago
This was a lady
PositveBlackBrothers 4 months ago
Love This To Be In My Wedding :)
MrSyco232 4 months ago
she was such a beautiful loving soul it's a shame she couldnt have no one to share it with RIP phyllis hyman :) !!!!!!!!!
britt9710 5 months ago 2
God said come walk with mePhyllis-all of you who care-love us both!
masoojz 5 months ago
This song has such a bittersweet effect on me. I love it because it's such a lush tune, but it's nostalgic. This was Phyllis's breakout tune into the mainstream music scene. Her voice is truly missed.
AleekahTV 6 months ago
A Classy way to do a Classic song
MyTNATION 6 months ago 3
I love this song
8v71buses 7 months ago
How could anyone dislike this recording? How??? I just don't understand.......
There must be some sick people out there.
RIP Phyllis....& God Bless.
Flytown
Flytownn 7 months ago 2
this is a beautiful song
mragentnyc 7 months ago 2
One of the greatest female artist ever and never realized her value....smh! Sad
TheDejelo 7 months ago 3
This song is one of the greatest long songs of all time. There isn't many songs that have the background music that speaks to the soul like Norman Connors does. Go ahead Phyllis.
oleskool27 7 months ago 2
Will never be another
thomashancock12345 7 months ago 2
nice female jazz
fletoxjazzblues 8 months ago
We took Phyllis for granted, but I know I appreciated her.
esseen100 8 months ago 2
The loss of this woman, was a serious one for any lover of pure singing talent!
Smooth, silky, velvety, and a touch or power to throw in the mix, if needed!
What a voice, I still miss her!
Thanks for the post!
free2bpoppie 8 months ago
Phyllis Hyman was a once in a lifetime talent that we all took for granted. Phyllis, I'm so sorry for everything.
Messylin 8 months ago
Laying here 4 am in the morning listening to her music brings back memories, tears, joy and loss. I can understand the feeling of being alone. I miss you so much!
kevkcg 8 months ago
brillant work man timeless nobody sings like this no more
jeezygurloneluv 9 months ago 2
@jeezygurloneluv INDEED
happyorganist 7 months ago
WHERE R THESE SONGS, these days!!!!!????
SusanLYung 9 months ago 8
@SusanLYung Beyonce is holding all of these songs hostage for a billion dollar ransom. WE will never see them again, unfortunately.
darrren12000 8 months ago
@darrren12000 What do you mean? Never heard about this
nikitabijoux 7 months ago
I left a birthday card @ a Dallas club with my # in it, she called my house, then my job & talked to me for a long time. Such a sweet woman who was one of my all time favorites....I too cried when I heard the awful news of her death......so so sad...I miss you my gurl! You made such beautiful music for us all to remember you by..........
karmelsugar 9 months ago
There is no better voice of a female vocalist as she.....Minnie Riperton can only come as close
blackknight1264 9 months ago
MMMMMMMMM!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!Nice.
ckeurey 9 months ago
MMMMMMMMM!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!Nice.
ckeurey 9 months ago
oh gosh, why are tears coming to my eyes... Saw this lovely lady in perform in Richmond, Virgina... she was coming out of a doorway and I was going down some stairs, as I turned to say hello... I lost my footing and fell down the stairs...very embarrassing for me, but hurt foot and all I was able to see a class act...what a voice, what beauty and style - where have all the flowers gone why are they all leaving us too soon ... RIP Phyllis Hyman
essiusc 10 months ago 34
@essiusc CAUSE GOD WANTS THEM FOR HIMSELF !!!!
themanfromdc 6 months ago
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@themanfromdc - sigh.... (hugs)
essiusc 6 months ago
She didn't want to change the world she just wanted to be your girl. All of her failed relationships got her in the end, she didn't even tell her best friend Anita Baker at the time, what she was about to do. She felt that was the only answer, it wasn't, now that I'm encroaching my 40's I understand a little more of what she was going through. Her music lives on.
Tacoma1993 10 months ago
@Tacoma1993 please stop you made me cry. i knew about her b/c i saw her on school daze. she was just stunning looks and voice. then i watched her unsung and i was hooked
mjjcng8958 10 months ago 3
She leaves her mark on this as only she can. R.I.P. Phyllis, we miss you.
2crnot 11 months ago 2
mmmm got to be the best version...
lympia3 11 months ago
this young lady will never die, she lives forever in our hearts and minds...annointed and appointed for all who has ever been in love and lost.
honeymarane 11 months ago 3
when old girl was in her prime i lost the luv of my life due to a car accident. so old girl holds a moment in time memory for me sleep on phyllis&km i luv you two
black1754 11 months ago
I miss her and her music she was my favorite female singer
MsChelz1 11 months ago
@MsChelz1 Bet you said the same bout Whitney, Vesta, etc.
gragidram 1 week ago
I have not heard this song in a long time.
goforitgirl69 1 year ago
I heard the sad news of her death listening to the quiet storm; then my eyes had their own storm, the tears would not stop!
MegaGoldenleaf 1 year ago
Oh my God! Her voice is so silky smooth! She literally put me in a romantic mood. Beautiful voice!
mrviper47 1 year ago
here by order of goonerholic
claudegreengrass81 1 year ago
many an artist has done this piece..like the true artist she was Phyllis puts her own distinct signature here.
MrKeithMJones 1 year ago
I can't choose a favorite song by Phyllis...She seems to put that special something in anything that sings. R.I.P..... we miss you sooooo much!
altosongstress2 1 year ago
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I was luck enough it see her one evening at the Blue Moon in New York, New Years Eve, waiting to get in when there was snowing and a line around the corner. Plus no one complained, will always be my all time favorite singer and performer...
icemexx52 1 year ago
I was luck enough it see her one evening at the Blue Moon in New York, New Years Eve, waiting to get in when there was snowing and a line around the corner. Plus no one complained, well always be my all time favorite singer and performer...
icemexx52 1 year ago
I looove this so much. I love phyllis hyman <3
sugaresplosion 1 year ago
I'm 23 yrs old and I remember my mother loving her growing up. Such great talent. May she R.I.P.
jhwells 1 year ago
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Absolutely no words none!!!
mskarenyharris66 1 year ago
Absolutley no words none!!!
mskarenyharris66 1 year ago
Ham-Mercy!! Thank You Thank You for posting this Song. She Killed This One 2 Yall. This Woman Could Sang!!!!
jacksor2 1 year ago 2
@jacksor2 Saw her perform in New York and there were all kinds of celebrities there to see her.
shop4sue 1 year ago
My God, I was lucky enough to meet her 6 months before she died. I have it on tape and I will treasure it aways!
Hafstralos 1 year ago
My now husband and I saw Phyllis in a small intimate lounge in West Palm Beach, FL about 30 years ago and the crispness and sincerity of her voice will never be forgotten. With the postings of her songs, those of us who appreciate music can smile because we know what we know! She is surely missed but her music lives on.
pianomom1000
pianomom1000 1 year ago 3
Wow, what a sweet arrangement of this classic Stylistics tune! She really does have great pipes, a true song stylist.
HunterMann 1 year ago 4
Beautiful song and GORGEOUS singer !
Came to know Phyllis Hyman in Hawaii while dancing in the clubs and serenading this song in my apartment to all friends and neighbors. Very sorry to lose this VOICE so early in life but we have this recording and many more of this wonderful songstress.
cliffsanchez 1 year ago 2
THIS IS BY FAR, MY FAV RENDITION OF THIS CLASSIC..SHE IS MAGICAL..LIKE SILK...REAL...
AquaATTICa579 1 year ago 5
thank you!!! ps you uploaded two days before my tenth birthday!
MonaeJune 1 year ago
she's the bomb! i miss her sooooo much.
24dmcghee 1 year ago 2
This is one of the best songs Ive ever heard...hands down.
HeqaMaatRe 1 year ago
How can you dislike this song? The first few words that leave her mouth will leave you speechless.
nikkipoo132000 1 year ago
@nikkipoo132000 The two that voted her music down are either hearing challenged, or fools.
BigNice001 1 year ago 27
@BigNice001 or something. Its weird how people complain about not hearing good music and then once someone presents it to them, they don't like it. Smh
nikkipoo132000 1 year ago
Love it !
thevisionaries2012 1 year ago
She committed suicide,due to depression!! What a shame!! She left a note saying "I can't take this anymore...I'm sorry"!! :(
Mia6146 1 year ago
Love her voice!
saxman1028 1 year ago
the comments here are so well said that there is nothing left to say, and yet i must weigh in. this song and ms. hyman's voice just blow me away. i love her rendition of this song. heard at least of couple of theories about why she decided to end her life. don't know why she did, but i am so sorry that she is gone.
Truer22 1 year ago
When I first saw her in concert she opened for Peabo Bryson. She was so wonderful that the main attraction felt like a let down, and I was hooked from that moment on. Loosing her was like loosing a friend. A great talent gone to soon. I can not imagine how it must have felt to have such talent and never get you due. R.I.P and thanks for sharing your beautiful voice with the world.
shelli38 1 year ago 2
This brought tears to my eyes!
SourAppleKandi 1 year ago
beautifully sung
wildflwr1 1 year ago
This was one of the most beautiful voices ever! You are truly missed Phyliss.
112ydr 1 year ago 2
i miss you phyllis...
jaye501 1 year ago
classic...
drtooty5 1 year ago 2
My mom's favorite singer. Such a beautiful woman. She died too young. She was so sad, and i believe depression killed her, but now the angels get to here this beautiful voice.
jayyny1 1 year ago 2
I remember back in the 70's my sister brought this home on a 45.I remember I thought the singer had one of the most beautiful rich lovely voices I had ever heard. I would play this over and over.That was the first time I heard Phyllis Hyman. In later years became a die hard fan and bought everything I could find of her. She was one of the greats.
waynegreer72 1 year ago
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SHE HAS A VOICE THAT MAKES ME FEEL SO ALIVE AND INSPIRED I HAVE BEEN IN AWE OF MS HYMAN SINCE I WAS A LITTLE GIRL AND STILL TO THIS DAY I FEEL EXTREMELY BLESS
nkengenkylankira 1 year ago
SHE HAS A VOICE THAT MAKES ME FEEL SO ALIVE AND INSPIRED I HAVE BEEN IN AWE OF MS HYMAN SINCE I WAS A LITTLE GIRL AND STILL TO THIS DAY I FEEL EXTREMELY BLESS
nkengenkylankira 1 year ago
i luvvvvvvvvv her RIP phyliss you are dearly MISSED ALOT
purpleskyl 1 year ago
this is real music
Flojotohot 1 year ago
I like this version of Betcha By Golly, Wow the best. If I am not mistaken, this was either released right before or right after her death.
edwinachikere 1 year ago
@edwinachikere ... Actually, this song was released in 1976; she died in 1995 -- suicide -- just a few days before her 46th birthday. It is from the Norman Connors album "You Are My Starship." The album also features the title song (".....Starship") by Michael Henderson.
SouLoveReal 1 year ago
Classic sound, classic voice I love this redition. Thank you for posting
morpheus2k2 1 year ago
Boy do I miss her personhood, however her voice is timeless.
briefencounter1st 1 year ago
Whenever I hear this lady's voice the tears get heavy in my eyes. And I am a grown ass man but I miss Phyllis so much.
vesuviuspro 1 year ago 3
(continued)... She sang what seemed this long version (some compilations give you a version about 1½ minutes shorter). The audience was mesmerized. The back-ups sang the song all the way "to fade." At the end you could hear a pin drop. Roar of thunder; standing ovation... The audience JUST... FELL... OUT!!! Half of those in tears... I know... I was one of them. Damn-it, I miss Phyllis and her music so much!
SouLoveReal 1 year ago
I was so fortunate to see her many times in concert. The first time I heard her sing this song in concert was at the now-defunct Circle Star Theatre, 30-minutes south of San Francisco. She was 6-ft-4-in tall; wore 4-inch red pumps to match her red dress; hair in her trade-mark up-sweep. She looked like a bronze statue that had come to life, if only to sing this song. She sat on a large speaker; cordless mic in hand, long legs dangling; under a mirror ball with the stage rotating...
SouLoveReal 1 year ago 2
@SouLoveReal Sounds like the experience of a lifetime!
Sweetshoneykiss 1 year ago
AWESOME!!!!! NOW THAT'S THE WAY YOU START OFF A SONG. THE SINGERS TODAY START OFF THEIR SONGS AND THE FIRST NOTE IS TOTALLY OFF KEY AND THEY JUST CONTINUE TO GO OFF KEY.
MIMI88998899 1 year ago
I've heard it said that she had perfect pitch and that she could get a song right-THE FIRST TIME, try that you later day wonders!
Darrell1019 1 year ago
@Darrell1019
THESE SINGERS TODAY CAN'T EVEN GET THE FIRST NOTE OF THE SONG CORRECT AND IT JUST GOES DOWN HILL FROM THERE.
PHYLLIS STARTS OFF WITH "THERE'S A SPARK OF MAGIC IN YOUR EYES". THESE SINGERS TODAY WILL FLUBBED THAT ENTIRE PART AND THEY WOULD HAVE JUST CONTINUE TO MAKE IT WORSE. THEY WOULDN'T EVEN BE ABLE TO HIT THE "THERE'S" RIGHT. PHYLLIS SUNG EVERY NOTE OF THE ON POINTE...EVERY NOTE.
MIMI88998899 1 year ago 2
@MIMI88998899 Thanks for you note of accord. Don't worry, someone will come along (LATER) who can take up where Phyllis left off. That one AIN'T here now!
Darrell1019 1 year ago
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@MIMI88998899 Thanks for you note of accord. Don't worry, someone will come along (LATER) who can take up where Phyllis left off. That one AIN'T here now!
Darrell1019 1 year ago
@SenseUality Prince's version was good but the video was a bit weird
he had nothing compared to this version
cookiemonkey313 1 year ago
I miss you so much Phyllis. Your voice speaks to my heart each and every time I hear your voice. Love is eternal and forever... and you always be with us. I love you so very much.
adamsdarrell 1 year ago
R. I. P Phyllis, you are an angel~!!!!
lilcarmelred 1 year ago
Diva of all Divas..Her voices touches my heart and soul and frankly makes me cry probably because every note is sung from the heart and because we are all connected by a fine thread feel what she must have been feeling when she sung it. Worth checking out her all her songs..all of them are sung with the same resonnance that pulls the strings of my heart..miss you.
MsAccount321 1 year ago
WOW!!.. There are no words to describe Miss Hyman.
cdjunior1 1 year ago
My favorite Phyllis Hyman song- this song is everlasting...
sensctt 1 year ago
i still love you phyllis
Topexec11 1 year ago
PHYLLIS HYMAN, TALENTED, BEAUTIFUL, SEXY, FINE, INSPIRATIONAL & SENSUAL ARTIST OF ALL TIMES. YOUR FANS STILL LOVE YOU, FOREVER!
homelesperan 1 year ago
Love that jazzy tone! It's mesmerizing!!
manyara02 1 year ago
There are angels weeping in heaven, right now, as they listen to you sing this song!
Fly Phyllis..............
mzneel 1 year ago
i really appreciate miss phyllis hyman and i just learned about her . i love her music and enthusiasm for her performances she is definatley appreciated in my heart and mind forever!!!! i love and miss u soooo much and if i make it i'll meet you in the after life and phyllis , you owe me a song!!!!!!
gagagoogoo12 1 year ago
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gagagoogoo12 1 year ago
now this is how you re-make a song and make it your own. No one can touch Lady P - loving and missing you.
Damali5610 1 year ago
I MISS HER TOO R.I. P PHYLLIS!
ricduga 1 year ago
This is a lovely song, very well done!
STEELROLLERONE 1 year ago
Gary Bartz on alto saxophone.
customkey 1 year ago
Everyone needs to thank Norman Connors for bringing out Ms. Phyllis Hyman. That voice of hers could stir emotions from a Vulcan. I have loved her from the very first time I heard this song back in the late 70's. I miss her so much and only wish she was here with us today. Love you girl!!!!
vesuviuspro 1 year ago 41
@vesuviuspro Couldn't of said it better, V!!!!
mzneel 1 year ago
@vesuviuspro Yes INDEED!
cliffsanchez 1 year ago
I am not familar with her music, I have heard of her but just now familar with her music.
itsme2979 1 year ago
im a music lover man so im taking this wonderful opportunity to thumbs up and say yes! i llove and like this music video...its so happy to give love at all things around in this planet..everyone listen to this and be inspired....
rockmyworld281 1 year ago
The only thing that can be said about the vocal delivery of this song: classic. The Stylistics did an outstanding job, but Norman Connors and Phyllis turned this thing into what can only be described as a MASTERPIECE. Love you Phyllis, RIP.
Alvin276 1 year ago
Phyllis Hyman was an beautiful singer. She will never be forgotten
queendanielle20 1 year ago
HAVE MERCY, JESUS, and Living All Alone, breaks my Heart.
sassybossladi 1 year ago
Lady your one of a kind,still miss you,your old friend
artisphillipsjr 1 year ago
I had the pleasure of seeing Ms. Hyman perform this in Dallas, Texas in 1983. She was a great singer and performer. Funny, natural and what a voice. Absolutely, clear and just as you hear it here. I have her albums so I always listen to her. She is one of our great voices and I wll always miss her.
SuperCleanheart 1 year ago
I agree PrettyVillan
maddkappinc 1 year ago
There are NO words to describe this song AT ALL!!!
Tonia682 1 year ago 27
R.I.P. Phyllis Hyman I'm so sorry you were so beautiful and talented!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Mssabrinaf 1 year ago 3
Oh my ,do I remember when this one was released!
utahify 1 year ago
stylistics version was like "go to the studio and sing this script and call it a day. Her version "I'm gonna go to the studio, aww shit, sing this script, nope fuck it i come up with my own version. I dont got nothing else to do today...lol".
And that she did and if you notice, she puts more into it like keeps going and going from mid 4-minutes 'til the end of the song. When it ends you will catch your safe saying "keep going strong". She did the damn thing. Dueces
actionheat 1 year ago
it's an amazing song from a great singer!!!!!!!!!!!!!! and the video is awesome , too, thanks for sharing , love Kate
katestrou 1 year ago
This song reminds me of my Baby, he is sooo fresh literally, not a man that has been around Robin's Barn, not a rabbit that has jumped from hole to hole, simply authentic. He is a rare find. I never knew this type of love was possible.
enchantment8 1 year ago
@minikagura Good Point. Yes Phyllis left a mark for sure.
enchantment8 1 year ago
MY GIRL DID THIS
pmstanfield 1 year ago
Phyllis was one of the most amazing performers I've ever seen live!...I saw her many times in NYC and she always delivered!.....Being 6 foot tall and with a voice as big as the Grand Canyon.....she was imposing and mesmerizing at the same time!.....What a performer!!!...R.I.P..... Phyllis....
surepaul 1 year ago
Today is June 30, 2010, on this very day fifteen years ago, The Late Great Phyllis Hyman took her own life and it truly broke my heart. I grieved for more than a year. I had to pray, pray and pray over the loss. I couldn't believe it. I had just saw her six months early at the strand in Redondo Beach California and she put on and awesome show. Phyllis asked the audiance "What do you want to hear? and I screamed You know How To Love Me and she said "That's In The Show" I miss you Phyllis RIP
IMissMyMichael 1 year ago 4
RIP sophisticated lady, true class and beauty
MotownMaster 1 year ago 4
15 yrs ago today, god received one of his sweetest sounding angels into his kingdom. I hope Phyllis received the peace in her afterlife that she couldnt seem to find/maintain here.
Criscilla241 1 year ago
PHYLLIS HYMAN I MISS YOU AND YOUR MUSIC RIP
TheDAPRIL 1 year ago
THE BEST GET IT PHYLLIS
armani6ful 1 year ago
@MultiHaughton God didn't take her... she took herself
futurescholar91 1 year ago
@futurescholar91 - there is no God. Get your head out of your ass and grow up. Phyllis set herself FREE because the likes of you have destroyed our world with your religious oppression.
Messylin 8 months ago
@Messylin THERE IS A GOD and soon we'll all behold his magnificence!
chrisiam1968 8 months ago
@chrisiam1968 - wake up and read Richard Dawkins! Anybody can write a Bible and call it divine truth.
Messylin 8 months ago
great song
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i didn't know she had so much music
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2722yr08 1 year ago
Phyllis Hyman, the beautiful 6 foot 2 inch soul and jazz diva who left us much too soon, but left us with so much beautiful music, like this song recorded with drummer, producer, group leader Norman Connors with Gary Bartz' marvelous alto sax solo.
RaiderEleven 1 year ago 3
One of the most beautiful songs and delivery ever produced. Phyllis was something else! True, raw talent.
dmnds979 1 year ago 3
smh the good die so young....rip my lady of soul...
ladykaycali1 1 year ago
Miss you, Phyl...we almost had that day shopping and sharing stories of Miami and the Checkmate Lounge. So close! Be happy.
JUDESMOM1 1 year ago
Dedicated to a " Real Man" Francisco Rafael Arellano Felix
Who holds my heart and soul in his pocket.
MsPatty1952 1 year ago
I feel the same way...Wish Phyllis Hyman were still here. A beautiful lady for all time.
amcnair53 1 year ago
A beautiful song, and lady. Wish you were here.RIP
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Solful38 1 year ago
oooh!
gstlies 1 year ago
Her voice makes me feel so.........cozy.......relaxed......comfortable!
WoodeytheBigEyedOne 1 year ago
This song is the best by the late great queen of jazz singer and actress ever. And it is better than the Stylics and the Sugababes. The most popular song from her other hits as well.
richlove404 1 year ago
A serious slick-sweet soul diva if there ever was one: and there were others too, ya know... Natalie Cole, Syreeta (serious, serious Stevie Wonder vibe), Patti LaBelle, Jean Carne, Angela Bofill, Melba Moore, Stephanie Mills (starred in "The Wiz" on Broadway), the gals who sang with Dr. Buzzard, the gals who sang with Chic (Alfa and Luci)...a whole different fashion-vibe...and they had breasts, and hips! Lovely ladies with lovely, lovely voices. There like may never come again....
thomasmoredamian 1 year ago 4
oh my gosh!!!! just hear the passion in her voice!!!! i'll never get tired of this song!!!
yvetteblalock 1 year ago
truly the best
pimptothecore2009 1 year ago
This lady was a true gem if ever one existed, dearly miss her talent. Beautiful rendition of a classic.
rodsig78 1 year ago
I came upon this by chance and was enchanted.
wingslyp 1 year ago 4
WOW!!! I miss her.... RIP
TheBlaqNess 1 year ago 4
I love her voice. She is so awesome
bradleysubershow 1 year ago