You Know I've Always loved this song! I put up the Disconet Remix & others did as well & Uploaded these other than you. You were probably the 1st, 2nd or 3'rd???
Thanks 4 this GR8 Tune & May My Dear Vila Wills R.I.P. She will always be remember in Cyber Space ;-) - David
I love you Viola....catching you falling out of the limo is one of my fondest memories...lol...girl you were full as a tick!.....say "Hi" to Ricky for me....
I own this 12" copy it is also sign by miss Viola Wills her self when she visited Columbus Ohio and sang it live at the Garage night club i will never forget that night and meeting here wow i haven't played it since.
please do not show your ignorance............music has no gender.....or sexual orientation..... if you must categorize, organize your canned vegetables.
Rest in Peace, and thank your for everything. Back in 1979, Viola was to appear at a local club in Philly called The Steps, ....it rained, hard.....no one showed up but myself and three other friends ....(4) people......what a trooper,.....she sang all her hits while dancing with us......it was a incredible memory,.....I have all her records, .........we all love you Viola Wills,......HUGS Greg xxoo
This song brings me wonderful memories of my student days in San Diego. I even danced with her on stage when she was performing at Mr. Dillons, located in Hillcrest.
It's a queen of pop music that is silent! ... Until then I did not know. I always had and keep them in my files the great successes of Viola! Great loss! I very much regret his departure from this world! Rest in peace, my lovely muse from the clubs! You are now in heaven and God! May he rest in peace!
I remember the first time I heard this song; I was at The Saint, and I nearly lost my mind...they segued directly into it from a song calle "Rain". I had such a good time back then...all those clubs, all those MEN. And, it was still like a secret society- a club we were all part of- we were the insiders, for the first time in our lives.
she is awesome this song is priceless , pack the floors on sunday night at WOODYS. If you could read my mind. is awsome also. I will miss her. But she will live on in her music
Loved Viola Wills music. It brings me back to great times dancing in the discos. Her beautiful voice belting out these classic and classy tunes bring me vividly back with very warm feelings. I knew wherever I was I would heard Viola Wills and it would be a good night.
I am so very saddened by the news of viola wills passing May 06, 2009, which I was unaware of until this very day today Monday, June 21, 2010, that I cannot hold back the tears which have welled up within my eyes. Her (Viola Wills) version of “If you could read my mind” ALWAYS got me and those I was with out onto the dance floor. Her (Viola Wills) version of “stormy Weather” is yet another of the same.
@stephenwaynereno I'm not meaning this as being rude to you, but I ask this question to you. What do you mean by Her (Viola Wills) version ? They are all Viola Wills, to my understanding the version ( style ) R&B,
Disco, would be that of who Produced or Remixed the song.
They ought to put this out on cd for those who preform! I did this number on halloween night back at the carosel lounge complete with smoke machines and mirrors! Wish I had it on video!
I lived in San Francisco from 1980 to 1997 and used to work for Megatone records and Club Universe. This was a time that I cannot even put into words. I met Viola and Sylvester and other music stars, sadly the hole gang is mostly gone I did not know she past till today when this album came out it took weeks to get. I currently live in LA
This song was played every week at the old Warehouse 2 in the early 80s.What a amazing club that was!! This song was pumping off the walls !! I Miss those days!!!
@crashly9 You got that right, guy, I danced my buns off to this back in the day... maybe I'm dating myself but who cares... those were the days and we danced the night away on a "natural high"..... LIFE!
Oh my goodness!!! I had forgot this fabulous version until my friend Manuel sent it to me! I loved dancing to this back when!!!! Where are our Disco Divas?
@minuim10 That is sad. She would be 71, its hard to believe that much time has passed. I believe she also sang "Don't Stop the Train" she never got credit for, the song was listed as being sung by Phylis Nelson.
I cried all day when I saw that she had died. I am so glad I wrote to her a year ago and told her how much I loved her. I will miss you till it's my turn. Thank you Viola xxoo
So sad - but thankyou so much - Big love to you Viola - this is one of my favourite songs ever - viola much love to you and yours - thankyou so much for the joy - you touched my life - meet you in heaven sister !! xxx
Wills died of cancer on May 6, 2009 in Arizona at 8:27am Pacific Time.[7] Wills leaves behind six children; Vincent, Christopher, Regina, La Donna, David and Rejal, 21 grandchildren and eight great grandchildren. Viola was just 69 years old.
During a time of immense happiness and then during it's demise your voice brought to us reassurance, pride, memories of those no longer with us, but most of all courage to live, dance and enjoy life. Thank you Viola. Rest in Peace!
what an amazing talent and such charm and grace,i had the distinct pleasure of meeting vi in nyc,during her reign,a gifted artist with a voice that could charm angels,rip vi,i miss you always,your music lives in my heart
I did teared up those dance floors in San Diego, while going to college I saw her live at Mr.Dillons on Hillcrest, boy did I danced the night away but of course it was the disco era. Long live the 80s.
The lovely voice of one of the reigning Queens of Disco has unfortunately been silenced. Beautiful almond-eyed, and exquisitely exotic Viola Wills died this first week in May in Arizona after a long struggle with Leukemia.
Vi was discovered by the late soul maestro, Barry White, in their native Los Angeles in the mid-sixties after she had already had her six children at an early age.
RIP Viola Mae Wilkerson (Viola Wills), singer, songwriter: born Los Angeles circa 1940; twice married (twice divorced, six children); died Phoenix, Arizona 6 May 2009.
My friend, Viola. She came and gave the show of shows to support HIV back when, because we asked her. She braved disregard to do this, and I love her. Viola! Thank you! Look out for us!
RIP Viola! This was the first extended mix I ever bought, the first break up anthem, my realization of lifestyle change, my favorite song. I am truly saddened and that sayin' lots because I am an evil bitch!
No, unfortunately the Florentine closed down years ago. That old mansion has changed hands a few times since then and has now fallen into serious disrepair. Too bad...it's a GORGEOUS old house!!
I found this post because I was googling "The Florentine." I used to have so much fun at The Florentine back in the early 80's... right after high school and omg.. this song was such an anthem!.. Wow great memories!
The Florentine was a great club and although it's now closed, it's a legend in Shreveport! You and I have probably seen each other...I came out at the same time you did! I was at The Florentine EVERY weekend...and sometimes during the week!
I have a special memory of this song. I danced to it at a Tea by the Sea in Key West, Florida, a tea dance held on a pier adjacent to the ocean. On the horizon, summer lightning was lighting up the night sky. To the best of my memory, it was the summer of 1982 and I was 22.
The Detour, Circus Maximum, The River Club, The Other Side, Cuffs, The Ram Rod (ouch), Spikes, The Farm, Butch Gardens, The Jungle, The Apache, all in L.A.
Wow haven't heard of those clubs in a long tiome. I loved them both and the armorettes where a hoot. Loved bulldog too. Do you remember two entertainers Chuck Blair and Ryan Wilcox?
The name sounds familiar but I am not sure. You must have been one of the entertainers there. I used to go to the Armory with friends and then over to Backstreet. I really liked Backstreet because it was big and had a lot of room. Do you still live in Atlanta? I now live in South Florida. I love the beach and weather down here.
Memories..... close my eyes... and dance... see you all ... my friends... still dancing on the dance floor of the Saint and 12 West... love you all.... miss you.
WarEagle041, right on, go on with your bad self uploading this song!!!! My favorite by Viola!!! Ah, the good ole days of just going out and having FUN!!!!
You Know I've Always loved this song! I put up the Disconet Remix & others did as well & Uploaded these other than you. You were probably the 1st, 2nd or 3'rd???
Thanks 4 this GR8 Tune & May My Dear Vila Wills R.I.P. She will always be remember in Cyber Space ;-) - David
TheEsacitsuj1 2 weeks ago
I love you Viola....catching you falling out of the limo is one of my fondest memories...lol...girl you were full as a tick!.....say "Hi" to Ricky for me....
smackdaddyken 3 weeks ago
Sunday Tea, anyone?
PlanTonto 3 weeks ago
es maravilloso
cavernicola2222 1 month ago in playlist YouTube Mix for Viola Wills
1st heard this song at the LIMELIGHT in Lauderdale. Have loved Miss V ever since. May they both rest in peace. 1discolover
MrCek1959 3 months ago
:-( We miss You . :-(
texercise 5 months ago
they do not make music like this anymore...WHY???
osufan2 6 months ago
I had the pleasure of meeting Viola in New Orleans....Sing to the Angles Viola....your in our hearts.........
smackdaddyken 7 months ago
I remember this cool song playing in Veracruz Mexico At this Gay club called "Hipopotamos" With this guy in drag Name Esmeralda
groovelander01 7 months ago
wow she was amazing... never will her music or voice b replaced....one of the best in the disco days.....one of my favorites..
maralimar26 8 months ago
there's another woman that sings this almost the same way as viola? anybody know who it is? i can't seem to find it on YUTUB. thanks! -Q
QUASARA 9 months ago
is at good song for sound discothec 80's ,D.J frog mexico city
mrrannarenne 9 months ago in playlist do you remember
This woman gave Donna Summer a run for her money.
gdl0748 11 months ago
god how i remember this version when i came out in the early 80's.it makes me sad thinking of all my friends that have died
nightstalkerck 11 months ago
@nightstalkerck same...it i svery hard to listen to these songs and not think of the great early 80's before that dreaded disease.
wonderboyjoy 10 months ago
q mamada
Bernie8903 11 months ago
@Bernie8903 Te mamo el bicho grande, jamon?
PlanTonto 11 months ago
bellisima interpretacion que buena cantante ya no se ven estas cantantes, se extinguieron
turbina262 1 year ago
I own this 12" copy it is also sign by miss Viola Wills her self when she visited Columbus Ohio and sang it live at the Garage night club i will never forget that night and meeting here wow i haven't played it since.
dlwmartini 1 year ago
i hate to be the one to bring it up but from all the coments here i gather "disco" music makes you gay!! ...have a great day!!
narcopadrote 1 year ago
@narcopadrote
please do not show your ignorance............music has no gender.....or sexual orientation..... if you must categorize, organize your canned vegetables.
minuim10 1 year ago 2
. first time hearing this...LOVE IT
check out: THE SUPREMES - "Let Yourself Go" & Lorraine Johnson's "Feed the Flame" & Jackie Moore's " This Time Baby".
NOrleansbro 1 year ago
Rest in Peace, and thank your for everything. Back in 1979, Viola was to appear at a local club in Philly called The Steps, ....it rained, hard.....no one showed up but myself and three other friends ....(4) people......what a trooper,.....she sang all her hits while dancing with us......it was a incredible memory,.....I have all her records, .........we all love you Viola Wills,......HUGS Greg xxoo
benchpresser57 1 year ago
This song brings me wonderful memories of my student days in San Diego. I even danced with her on stage when she was performing at Mr. Dillons, located in Hillcrest.
trl614 1 year ago
@trl614
She did an appearance at the Flame back in the 89? or 88? I went and had her autograph her "Best of" CD for me.
ertuez 1 year ago
It's a queen of pop music that is silent! ... Until then I did not know. I always had and keep them in my files the great successes of Viola! Great loss! I very much regret his departure from this world! Rest in peace, my lovely muse from the clubs! You are now in heaven and God! May he rest in peace!
MsMarciomoura 1 year ago
@2009Denisem Thank U sis :-]
funkateerkitty 1 year ago
I remember the first time I heard this song; I was at The Saint, and I nearly lost my mind...they segued directly into it from a song calle "Rain". I had such a good time back then...all those clubs, all those MEN. And, it was still like a secret society- a club we were all part of- we were the insiders, for the first time in our lives.
Then came AIDS...and the party ended.
allanrbreit 1 year ago
she is awesome this song is priceless , pack the floors on sunday night at WOODYS. If you could read my mind. is awsome also. I will miss her. But she will live on in her music
xmanstorm1361 1 year ago
To ALL my NY friends....that faced the tornado warning !!! and got stuck or wet !!! LOL
tabby12 1 year ago
Excellent rendition. *****
RamonaFromPomona 1 year ago
I love this Remix !
74you2 1 year ago
Loved Viola Wills music. It brings me back to great times dancing in the discos. Her beautiful voice belting out these classic and classy tunes bring me vividly back with very warm feelings. I knew wherever I was I would heard Viola Wills and it would be a good night.
R.I.P.
Bob
BobBridgett 1 year ago
I am so very saddened by the news of viola wills passing May 06, 2009, which I was unaware of until this very day today Monday, June 21, 2010, that I cannot hold back the tears which have welled up within my eyes. Her (Viola Wills) version of “If you could read my mind” ALWAYS got me and those I was with out onto the dance floor. Her (Viola Wills) version of “stormy Weather” is yet another of the same.
Stephen Wayne Reno Monday, June 21, 2010
stephenwaynereno 1 year ago
@stephenwaynereno I'm not meaning this as being rude to you, but I ask this question to you. What do you mean by Her (Viola Wills) version ? They are all Viola Wills, to my understanding the version ( style ) R&B,
Disco, would be that of who Produced or Remixed the song.
LUREDADDY52 1 year ago
@stephenwaynereno Stephen, I could not agree with you more. She will live on in my memory forever. She was my Trocadero queen.
EndUp88 1 year ago
i wish this kind of music will come back! good to hear, amazing melody and it makes me so happy!!! always love you viola!!!!!
mtballers 1 year ago
@mtballers honey...this music never went away !!!its still in our hearts !! x
us2anu 1 year ago
Greg's Blue Dot and the Circus Maximum here in Los Angeles . . . although Greg's wasn't a "dance" club, we did anyway when this came on . . .
paul51 1 year ago
The gay discos of NY used to love this, what a brilliant time despite all the c**p.
MorrisPeter1000 1 year ago
picked up a c d of viola wills in barcelona last year...great tunes and awesome vocals.
MrBeachedsailor 1 year ago
Enjoyed the hell out of it. RIP Viola.........
tuffy2342 1 year ago
They ought to put this out on cd for those who preform! I did this number on halloween night back at the carosel lounge complete with smoke machines and mirrors! Wish I had it on video!
kelperhelper09 1 year ago
Memories of the dance clubs in Seattle in the 80's. Excellent dance version!
MTCatman 1 year ago
me too...God me too, I hate being old...haha ....the ripe age of ________I can't even say it
tjb706 1 year ago
I lived in San Francisco from 1980 to 1997 and used to work for Megatone records and Club Universe. This was a time that I cannot even put into words. I met Viola and Sylvester and other music stars, sadly the hole gang is mostly gone I did not know she past till today when this album came out it took weeks to get. I currently live in LA
Love all Mark and my dog Disco
MARKandDISCO 2 years ago
This song was played every week at the old Warehouse 2 in the early 80s.What a amazing club that was!! This song was pumping off the walls !! I Miss those days!!!
mgrella63 2 years ago
A very good gay club song I miss those days.
crashly9 2 years ago 20
@crashly9 You got that right, guy, I danced my buns off to this back in the day... maybe I'm dating myself but who cares... those were the days and we danced the night away on a "natural high"..... LIFE!
Calul 1 year ago
I just had a GR8 idea. I'm gonna post my mix of "Stormy Weather" into "It's Raining Men"
I forgot I put the mix on a CD+R I just found going through a pile of MP3s I have recorded [WAV....losless].
I'll try & make a great video 4 it as well. Just give some time.
\Thanks goodness 4 these ideas poppin' into my head ;-)
DaveRification 2 years ago
Dayum !!!
Can't wait to hear it
korobh 2 years ago
If I can find the durn MP3 now. I have so many thousands of CDs & I have to get them in some order, but I will find it,
I'm sure :-)
DaveRification 2 years ago
"Born to be alive"!!
mymusicdiscovery 2 years ago
Oh my goodness!!! I had forgot this fabulous version until my friend Manuel sent it to me! I loved dancing to this back when!!!! Where are our Disco Divas?
Madge can't sing this way!
conchaperez 2 years ago
Such a great song by Viola Wills!
I used to mix this with It's Raining Men by: The Weather Girls and people loved it!
DaveRification 2 years ago 2
dang,wish i could have been at yur club with that music..bet it was a gooood time.
spabrat 2 years ago
I used to mix this at the point where the Weather Girls were doing the accapella & it sounded GR8 with the wind, rain & thunder sounds :-)
Then Whoosh, right into 'It's Raining Men'
Wonderful songs those were :-)
DaveRification 2 years ago
Hi...
we're your Weather Girls and have We got News for You. Get Ready...LOL :-)
DaveRification 2 years ago
Cause that moment's comin'....
When we go out on Broadway Tonight!...LOL :-)
DaveRification 2 years ago
Dayum !!!!
This is absolutely primo
What a legacy
The voice - magic
korobh 2 years ago 2
Viola Mae Wilkerson born 1940, died May 6, 2009.....she is survived by her children.........
what a voice!!!! what a lady ~ rest sweet baby.....
minuim10 2 years ago 7
@minuim10 RIP - Viola! Her heart was even bigger than her sweet and warm voice.
east215 1 year ago
@minuim10 omg i didn't know that in stunded i have a sign copy of this 12"
dlwmartini 1 year ago
@minuim10 i jus KNEW her last name wasn't wills. wilkerson sounds familiar. thanks for the reminder. yes, rest sweet baby. you earned it.
QUASARA 9 months ago
@minuim10 That is sad. She would be 71, its hard to believe that much time has passed. I believe she also sang "Don't Stop the Train" she never got credit for, the song was listed as being sung by Phylis Nelson.
givenchyize 5 months ago
@minuim10
RobD1932 2 months ago
@RobD1932 Actually had the opportunity to enjoy Viola's company a couple of times in Miami. She was a wonderful woman.
RobD1932 2 months ago
Love every single song from her. I didn't know she had passed away. When?
softballLuvrz 2 years ago
I cried all day when I saw that she had died. I am so glad I wrote to her a year ago and told her how much I loved her. I will miss you till it's my turn. Thank you Viola xxoo
shane8808 2 years ago 2
God, "Flashback"... I had this album... Toe' up the floor... I have no clue where the album ended up :(... but I got it here ..x0x0x Viola.
athgaguy 2 years ago
So sad - but thankyou so much - Big love to you Viola - this is one of my favourite songs ever - viola much love to you and yours - thankyou so much for the joy - you touched my life - meet you in heaven sister !! xxx
craigivan 2 years ago
I have great memories of this song. may Viola's memory live forever on vinyl and in her Family & Friends hearts.
jamesluvsclips 2 years ago
Wills died of cancer on May 6, 2009 in Arizona at 8:27am Pacific Time.[7] Wills leaves behind six children; Vincent, Christopher, Regina, La Donna, David and Rejal, 21 grandchildren and eight great grandchildren. Viola was just 69 years old.
loosestudios 2 years ago
mme. Wills passed on May 6th, 09., Of Cx, in AZ, I believe...a strong woman. I miss her too....
bac6771 2 years ago
such an exotic beauty she was.... rip
osufan2 2 years ago
now this is music.. she will be sadly missed, as will phyllis hyman.. both were true and pure talents
osufan2 2 years ago
when did she pass ...? can anyone tell me for sure?
legs867 2 years ago
I saw her live at roseland in nyc in the mid 90's! i love viola wills! RIP!!!! your forever fan!!!
carlosmiller 2 years ago
During a time of immense happiness and then during it's demise your voice brought to us reassurance, pride, memories of those no longer with us, but most of all courage to live, dance and enjoy life. Thank you Viola. Rest in Peace!
taino726 2 years ago
what an amazing talent and such charm and grace,i had the distinct pleasure of meeting vi in nyc,during her reign,a gifted artist with a voice that could charm angels,rip vi,i miss you always,your music lives in my heart
loadedpystil 2 years ago
I did teared up those dance floors in San Diego, while going to college I saw her live at Mr.Dillons on Hillcrest, boy did I danced the night away but of course it was the disco era. Long live the 80s.
trl614 2 years ago
The lovely voice of one of the reigning Queens of Disco has unfortunately been silenced. Beautiful almond-eyed, and exquisitely exotic Viola Wills died this first week in May in Arizona after a long struggle with Leukemia.
Vi was discovered by the late soul maestro, Barry White, in their native Los Angeles in the mid-sixties after she had already had her six children at an early age.
NathanJones 2 years ago
RIP Viola Mae Wilkerson (Viola Wills), singer, songwriter: born Los Angeles circa 1940; twice married (twice divorced, six children); died Phoenix, Arizona 6 May 2009.
mikem1966 2 years ago
you made me gay proud viola; be proud while you march to the big disco ball in the sky...
jwvitz 2 years ago
My friend, Viola. She came and gave the show of shows to support HIV back when, because we asked her. She braved disregard to do this, and I love her. Viola! Thank you! Look out for us!
katspace 2 years ago
RIP Viola! This was the first extended mix I ever bought, the first break up anthem, my realization of lifestyle change, my favorite song. I am truly saddened and that sayin' lots because I am an evil bitch!
KingLeoChannel 2 years ago 2
RIP True Diva
desertguyps 2 years ago
Viola..,we miss you already but you & your music will always live in our gay hearts and minds.
We Love you...!!!
jorgenyc5 2 years ago
The Florentine Club in Shreveport, Louisiana!!
shreve99 2 years ago
Is the Florentine still the gay club in Shreveport? I remember when it opened in 1973 - what a great place! I used to love it!
Hampstr 2 years ago
No, unfortunately the Florentine closed down years ago. That old mansion has changed hands a few times since then and has now fallen into serious disrepair. Too bad...it's a GORGEOUS old house!!
shreve99 2 years ago
I found this post because I was googling "The Florentine." I used to have so much fun at The Florentine back in the early 80's... right after high school and omg.. this song was such an anthem!.. Wow great memories!
RandyHeinitz 2 years ago
The Florentine was a great club and although it's now closed, it's a legend in Shreveport! You and I have probably seen each other...I came out at the same time you did! I was at The Florentine EVERY weekend...and sometimes during the week!
shreve99 2 years ago
I have a special memory of this song. I danced to it at a Tea by the Sea in Key West, Florida, a tea dance held on a pier adjacent to the ocean. On the horizon, summer lightning was lighting up the night sky. To the best of my memory, it was the summer of 1982 and I was 22.
airportjiffy 2 years ago
Danced to this song all night long at the Reno V.I.P. Club; club, bar, bathhouse...what more could you want?
MarioReno2 2 years ago
MarioReno2, hahaha.
paul51 2 years ago
Scorpio Lounge in Charlotte, NC always played this song.
Kimmell2009 2 years ago
what great clubbing memories of the 80's! Thanks!
MTCatman 2 years ago 2
This song brings back great memories of The Armory and Backstreet in Atlanta! Wow! What a song and oh the fun!!!
70sdiscoretro 2 years ago
70sdiscoretro, for me it was Greg's Blue Dot, Circus Maximus, The Detrour, Studio One, all here in Los Angeles.
paul51 2 years ago
I've never been to LA. I have a friend who is an actor who lives in West Hollywood. I am pretty much a southern boy now living in South Florida.
70sdiscoretro 2 years ago
The Detour, Circus Maximum, The River Club, The Other Side, Cuffs, The Ram Rod (ouch), Spikes, The Farm, Butch Gardens, The Jungle, The Apache, all in L.A.
paul51 2 years ago
I used to love hearing this at "Church."
KingLeoChannel 2 years ago
Wow haven't heard of those clubs in a long tiome. I loved them both and the armorettes where a hoot. Loved bulldog too. Do you remember two entertainers Chuck Blair and Ryan Wilcox?
Just curious
Ryan Wilcox
jryanwilcox 2 years ago
The name sounds familiar but I am not sure. You must have been one of the entertainers there. I used to go to the Armory with friends and then over to Backstreet. I really liked Backstreet because it was big and had a lot of room. Do you still live in Atlanta? I now live in South Florida. I love the beach and weather down here.
70sdiscoretro 2 years ago
VIola is the BOMB!!! I had the chance to hang out with her last year, in lauderdale but had a prior committment, now im kicking myself!
honeygood2 3 years ago
It's a shame you were not able to do that. Sadly, Viola passed away on May 6th after a brief illness. I will cherish her music always.
jiminportlandoregon 2 years ago
Memories..... close my eyes... and dance... see you all ... my friends... still dancing on the dance floor of the Saint and 12 West... love you all.... miss you.
shadowMason 3 years ago
shadowMason, I know exactly how you feel, I at times picture my friends the same way.
paul51 2 years ago
WarEagle041, right on, go on with your bad self uploading this song!!!! My favorite by Viola!!! Ah, the good ole days of just going out and having FUN!!!!
paul51 3 years ago 2