Sister Sledge performs He's Just a Runaway (1981 Rock/Disco)

[kevseb66]

I've always loved Sister Sledge. Such a unique sound & vibe for it's time. Kathy's smokey somewhat scratchy voice was just great. She's my favorite for sure.

[TsugaruClan]

I've read that this song is a tribute to Bob Marley. It also did come out the year he died. And while the song topic is rather unMarley-like, there are little signs here and there that it's influenced by him -- some of the music flourishes, from the keys to the guitar, and some of the vocalizing, are somewhat reminiscent of the Wailers sound. The use of "Runaway" makes me think of Bob Marley's song "Running Away."

[retrorhythms]

@TsugaruClan This particular version was not a tribute to Bob. But SS did re-cut the song in a reggae-ish style when it was released as a single. That version was labeled "A Tribute to Bob Marley." But based on what I read in liner notes, it was mostly recut because R&B radio was cold to playing such a rock-oriented song.

[TsugaruClan]

@retrorhythms Thanks, I didn't know this. I have liked Sister Sledge, but never was a hardcore fan. I'll have to go look for the tribute version. Which version do you like better?

[EVISU6]

OMG!!!!

tHIS IS A CLASSIC!

TO SEE THIS VERSION DONE LIVE IS PURELY A TREAT. THANKS FOR POSTING

[jessaka63]

Kathy Sledge has such a terrific voice!

[alexrj2]

which is the music similar to that one, i cant remember.

[alexrj2]

the one that was not good in dance and not sympathetic left the group.

[mooremello]

@gemmni1...kathie sledge has gone solo a long time ago...just didn't catch much...

[SmoothCinnamonX]

They are all SMOKIN' HOT!!! Gorgeous! Each sister was slender, tender, and tall, and each had their own look! And this track is amazing.

[vampierlee1]

@SmoothCinnamonX I COULD NOT AGREE WITH YOU MORE THEY ARE SMOKING HOT ESPECIALLY KATHY SO BEAUTIFUL HER VOICE DRIVES ME CRAZY

[Documentarywatcher]

@SmoothCinnamonX Hello, Could you or anyone here say who is who of the sisters? Thanks!

[Kiandesworld]

@Documentarywatcher From left to right there is Debbie, Kathy, Joni and Kim. I was always partial to Debbie, then followed by Kathy, but I love them all.

[vampierlee1]

@Kiandesworld ANY ONE OUT THERE KNOW IF THESE DOLLS ARE MARRIED OR HAVE BOYFRIENDS

[Kiandesworld]

@vampierlee1 Debbie is married and has six adult children, Kim is married with three children, Kathy is married with two children, Joni is not married and has one son.

[vampierlee1]

@Kiandesworld THANKS FOR THE INFO

[alexrj2]

@vampierlee1 that's make me laugh. they didnt stay the same as in 30 years ago.

[dutico]

I really like how all 4 are really close too one another. It really shows in there performances.

[tbursee]

I remeber these ladies, I was in elementary school when they were out. I used to fantasize about which I wanted, I was partial to Kathy, well her and Thelma from Good times.

[daretosayit]

Always loved Joni's energy whether in live performances or in vids. She can never stay still, something - legs, hair, arms -always moving with the music. Love it! Usually Debbie is more subdued, but in this performance she was rockin' it with the rest of them. Have to say, even though I have owned their music for a while - years, but I never listened to it; but last year something hit me and I started listening to these treasures and I have been hooked ever since. All of their voices are devine

[Elisabeth1903]

I saw Debbie (far left) a few times.

[Greatersend]

@Elisabeth1903 Is she outgoing? She appears so quiet and very shy looking.

[gemmni1]

kathy has one of the best voices in the world i just love her she should have went solo long time a go

[DoUWanna007]

great song...great group...always will be...thanks JUSTIN!!!

[ESCOBZBZ]

flashback ... wow .. sister sledge was one of my favorite groups. (very pretty girls).

[spacer615]

OMG! THIS IS MY SONG! AND IT'S LIVE!!!!!!!! Where on earth did you dig up these Sister Sledge clips, Justin? Is there an interview?!!!

[retrorhythms]

I got it from a trade with a fellow collector years ago. Unfortunately, don't have the interview!

[wmoore8]

kathy sledge,can somebody say gueen

[86pimp3]

They were far from No. 2. Only had three song's in the top 40. There behind the Supremes, Pointer's, Shirells, Marvaletess, Crystal's, En Vogue, and a couple of other Girl Groups.

[vampierlee1]

@86pimp3  MAYBE THEY WERE NOT NUMBER 2 IN RECORD SALES BUT THEY WERE THE HOTTEST FEMALE GROUP OF ALL TIME

[Frenchiic]

Great live performance !!!

One of the greatest girls band of all times. They were said to be number 2 after the Supremes (with Diana Ross).

[danimcc1]

Kathy Sledge is so pretty.

[doubleolove]

I so enjoyed seeing this again- thanks for posting! :>