Nick Ashford and Valerie Simpson are the most recognised duo for writing top hits for almost anybody with a name in the history of music. These 2 even wrote for my uncle (as a soloist) back in his heyday and took credit for TEARS DRY ON THEIR OWN (Amy Winehouse) from her Back to Black cd. They were inducted into the Songwriter's Hall Of Fame in 2002, a ceremony long overdue. Ashford died of throat cancer on 8.22.2011. In 1996, Nick & Valerie opened The Sugar Bar in NYC as a legacy. Great food!
I can't believe this sweet talented man is gone. Nick Ashford was so talented. He will be greatly missed. Ashford and Simpson were such a great couple and both very talented.
Wow, what a pair...you cld just feel the love btwn them....NICK u will truly be missed....Nick N Val, two of the greatest writers in History....RIP peace Nick, Val I pray for your strength and comfort in the name of Jesus, Amen.....Keep singing in Nick's memory. Luv n Be Blessed.
Just heard about the death if Nick Ashford. So sad. THis song takes me back to the summer of 1982 when I had just graduated from the 8th grade. Brings back memories from a bygone era. If you listen to the words of this song, You can see that it was ahead of it's time & timeless in its social message that could apply to what's going on today. Great song.
Nick will be missed. Valerie will keep your legacy alive. RIP Nick and My prayers goes out to his lovely wife and writing partner Valerie, and their daughters Nicole and Asia.
OMGOODNESS RIP SWEETHEART, YOU WILL BE MISSED BY SO MANY PEOPLE.YOU WERE AN AMAZING SINGER AND SONG WRITTER!...MAY THE GOOD LORD, KEEP YOUR PRECIOUS FAMILY IN THESE HARD DAYS TO COME.
When I was a kid, with a reluctant friend,lol...we would dance and dance to this song,lol. Many routines, many turns, etc. Ashford and Simpson music infused my childhood. RIP Nick Ashford, you will be missed.
One of my favorites from a very classy duo. They sounded so good together. This is my favorite song from them along with "Is it still good to ya". Good stuff!!
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@kax61 Me too, I would love them to do some acting, I know they can, I would love them in a Tyler Perry movie with Valerie also having the mom from GFresh Prince Of Bel-Air as her sister, I see the resemblance some what, hey Janet Jackson and other stars were in a movie recently, haven't seen yet, soon I will.
This was my JAM When I was a little Kid!!! Used to dance around the house to this!!!
RedCarpetRecio 3 weeks ago
I remember saving my money from taking out trash as a boy to buy this record when I was a boy.
carolinaguy1973 2 months ago
when blk famlies were broken as slaves ,this may have the kind of blk male female connection broke] Nick &Val like you'll million x's
5annent 2 months ago
CLASSIC!
Dmaccabees 3 months ago
nick and val always gave 100% i had the chance to see one of their concerts it was outstanding.
BEAUTYLaCARTER 4 months ago
Nick Ashford and Valerie Simpson are the most recognised duo for writing top hits for almost anybody with a name in the history of music. These 2 even wrote for my uncle (as a soloist) back in his heyday and took credit for TEARS DRY ON THEIR OWN (Amy Winehouse) from her Back to Black cd. They were inducted into the Songwriter's Hall Of Fame in 2002, a ceremony long overdue. Ashford died of throat cancer on 8.22.2011. In 1996, Nick & Valerie opened The Sugar Bar in NYC as a legacy. Great food!
vybe 4 months ago
I can't believe this sweet talented man is gone. Nick Ashford was so talented. He will be greatly missed. Ashford and Simpson were such a great couple and both very talented.
laarbe 4 months ago
MAN O MAN ANOTHER ASHFORD AND SIMPSON CLASSIC
DEEBAR34 5 months ago
This was my shit back in the day..
pammish11 5 months ago
THIS WAS THE JOINT IN THE 80'S R.I.P. NICK , ASHFORD AND SIMPSON MUSIC NEVER BE FORGOTTEN!!!!!!!
atttd44 5 months ago
On any street! Any street corner! My song!!!
mannyredburn 6 months ago
They were so awesome together! Black love at best!
719kai719 6 months ago
THIS RECORD WAS THE JOINT
nurse19731 6 months ago
Wow, what a pair...you cld just feel the love btwn them....NICK u will truly be missed....Nick N Val, two of the greatest writers in History....RIP peace Nick, Val I pray for your strength and comfort in the name of Jesus, Amen.....Keep singing in Nick's memory. Luv n Be Blessed.
Msfunnbunn 6 months ago
Just heard about the death if Nick Ashford. So sad. THis song takes me back to the summer of 1982 when I had just graduated from the 8th grade. Brings back memories from a bygone era. If you listen to the words of this song, You can see that it was ahead of it's time & timeless in its social message that could apply to what's going on today. Great song.
vxy357 6 months ago
Nick will be missed. Valerie will keep your legacy alive. RIP Nick and My prayers goes out to his lovely wife and writing partner Valerie, and their daughters Nicole and Asia.
MUSICENCYLOPEDIA 6 months ago
A classic tune. Tyrese sampled this for his 1998 single You Get Yours. They should have been honored by Soul Train and BET a long time ago!!!
MUSICENCYLOPEDIA 6 months ago
R.I.P. NICK, and Valerie, just remember that God's word plainly tells us that " to be absent from the body is to be present with tha Lord!
Luv and Peace
1blessedbrotha 6 months ago
OMGOODNESS RIP SWEETHEART, YOU WILL BE MISSED BY SO MANY PEOPLE.YOU WERE AN AMAZING SINGER AND SONG WRITTER!...MAY THE GOOD LORD, KEEP YOUR PRECIOUS FAMILY IN THESE HARD DAYS TO COME.
RosherblaveAndLaharp 6 months ago
feel good music is what this is
whoodey883 6 months ago
They need to be in the hall of fame of music
tom11zz884 6 months ago
@tom11zz884 They are in the songwriters hall of fame.
TheBobo1792 6 months ago
RIP Nick Ashford and thaks for alll the great music
whoodey883 6 months ago
I LOVE THIS SONG
whoodey883 6 months ago
This was one of my favorite from them..Great tune from 82, one of the gems that graced the airwaves...
EBISECYBOTRON 6 months ago
classic.
Shell0517nj 6 months ago
RIP Nick Ashford
debbie20045 6 months ago
When I was a kid, with a reluctant friend,lol...we would dance and dance to this song,lol. Many routines, many turns, etc. Ashford and Simpson music infused my childhood. RIP Nick Ashford, you will be missed.
ohmaryjane 6 months ago
Doesn't get any better than that!!!
goldenbutterfly17 6 months ago
Rest in peace Nick Ashford...Your music was a big part of memories I have of singing and dancing around the house with my beloved late sister.
Angelicalovessolur 6 months ago
One of my favorites from a very classy duo. They sounded so good together. This is my favorite song from them along with "Is it still good to ya". Good stuff!!
MrLorenzoz 6 months ago
LOVE THIS SONG... REST IN PEACE NICK
2muchur4me 6 months ago
R.I.P Nickolas Ashford, May 4, 1942 – August 22, 2011
chanecia75 6 months ago
I used to have a crush on Valire Simpson.
rickames 6 months ago
@rickames Me too!! She was fine!!
leroy592 6 months ago
Thanks for the good reality vibes Nick Ashford RIP.
busythinker1 6 months ago
Rest In Peace Nick Ashford . Your music was the soundtrack of my 20s...
samsarahmail 6 months ago
R i P You will be missed : >
teshawn59 6 months ago
I had no idea they had a video for this song.
girraud 6 months ago
RIP Nick Ashford. You and your music will be missed.
Iridium242 6 months ago 11
RIP NICK!!!U WILL BE MISS IN A STREET CORNER, BUT NOT FORGOTTEN.
chicagocubs71 6 months ago
RIP Nick!!
Nkogneetoe 6 months ago
LEGEND FOREVER WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN PRAYERS AND CONDOLENCES TO VAL AND FAMILY
newfaith2006 6 months ago
RIP!
abernam 6 months ago
R.I.P. to the great Nick Ashford. What an incredible body of work he leaves behind. We'll miss you.
4evermjacksonfan 6 months ago
timeless jam luv yall
jmarques61 7 months ago
ONE OF THERE BEST SONGS!!!! LOVE IT!!!! DETROIT'S IN THE HOUSE YES!!!!
acecashexpress 9 months ago
Love this song!
719kai719 9 months ago
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davidclaudiu2 10 months ago
Sensational....even after all of these years. It's like I find out I can still easily singalong with their lyrics.
kax61 1 year ago
@kax61 Me too, I would love them to do some acting, I know they can, I would love them in a Tyler Perry movie with Valerie also having the mom from GFresh Prince Of Bel-Air as her sister, I see the resemblance some what, hey Janet Jackson and other stars were in a movie recently, haven't seen yet, soon I will.
cdsouthsidec1 1 year ago
"You gotta love'im " Make you wish all woman where loved far beyond the point of ever selling there body like Valerie Simpson
Thanks for sending this track !!!
sonofyah2726 1 year ago
Thank you for this. Now I can go to sleep now.
CHEVAAN29 1 year ago
An incredible duo, singers, song writers they are two of the best to ever come along.
CHC4669 1 year ago 8
Good thing some more of their early 70's stuff will be out on CD pretty soon (Wounded Bird).
kax61 1 year ago
You'd better open up your trunk....to please these US cops.
kax61 1 year ago