just realized Obie was crying to and am I wrong but didn't he die before Levi? I know it had to be hard for Duke when he first walked on that stage without not even one of the other originals after being together for so long.
generations yet unborn will here the echo of your voice,my great great kids will here you sing i cant help myself i love you and nobody else, in too are lives you came and you left leaving just your voice behind, rest in peace mr stubbs talent and class you were always both,
What can I or any of us say. Levi and the Tops made us all feel so good. Funny how we know all the words to his sings. Levi & his songs will be with us forever so we can dance and feel great.
Now,You guys are not the only ones crying. i'm in my 70's, first time i've seen this video,and it's making an old man cry too. He was one of the best, for i remember them all.No more music like back in the day.This isn't music that's on the radio now days.All the good one are leaving us. Thanks for posting this.I've played it over 20 times today.
Never,has a tribute made me feel like this before...smiling feeling sad,misty eyes,such as this! Love you Mr.Levi,you are by far THE MOST talented well respected,man I have ever known! I still have the signed album,that day in 1970 the 1st time I saw you and your (brothers) perform,I was 10 and told you I was in love with you,you smiled ,kissed my hand,and thanked me...I thank you for being what you were,...Rest in Peace..my beloved friend...
I respect the artist who said, "There is NO Levi Stubbs WITHOUT The Four Tops. He said that The Four Tops were like his brothers and he'd NEVER ever think of a solo career that didn't include them. "NOW, THAT REAL LOVE FOR YOU." A TRUE Four Tops to the very end of this life. More people should be so loyal.
I felt so sad to see such a great singer in that terrible shape,I still remember the 25th anniversary show from Motown when the Four Tops and the Temptations performed their best known hits for a very enthusiastic audience,rest in peace Levi,your music legacy will live forever.
Just as they retire jerseys of sports figures - some songs are signatures. No One should be allowed to do this. Levi Stubbs shut it ALL down and everyone out when he did this. This is his song! If your special person tries to leave you -- put this on if they keep walking let them go!
I am sitting her ecrying like a baby, this was so touching and so heartbreaking, but HE STILL has that voice that can sing like no one else can.Mr.Stubbs, I know you are resting in peace,right there along with my Mom.Your music will live on forever.Thank you for showing this wonderful video, it's now in my favorites.
Even though these seem sad times,he knows that the LORD is sitting there on his shoulders,ready to guide him to his final resting place as we look at a MASTER doing his work which will always stay with those that have SOUL in their HEART.
I can't add anything that the rest of you haven't said. When the Four Tops were
big back in the 60's, most of us never knew the name of the lead singer . . we just knew "the Four Tops". Only later did I become aware of this amazing talent and amazing man. I'm not a guy who crys but I teared up the day I learned that Levi passed away . . . . . he was a blessing to us all, wasn't he.
NBC News/Brian Williams did a nice tribute to Levy, one of those "you might not recognize his name but if I said "Sugar Pie Honey Bunch or Reach out I'll Be There..." that kind of intro. He said Levy was simply one of the greats, a voice that evoked passion, heartbreak, joy, you name it. If I hear Ask The Lonely (I'm 51) I won't specifically remember the song from my childhood. But the atmosphere of the song remind me of going to my grandma's house on a Sunday. Go figure. THAT'S great music.
So emotional....wow... words cannot discribe how beautiful this tribute was for one of the greatest R&B volcalists that ever lived. R.I.P. Mr. Levi Stubbs.
My mind's eye sees Levi standing ramrod straight, head back, microphone held high, holding a note that makes me and the rest of the world smile. The world was a much better place with Levi Stubbs in it. Thank you and R.I.P.
Absolutely fantastic effort by the one and only Levi Stubbs. .Declining health and still produces that unique voice. We'll all remember your job well done. Rest in peace.
Love makes you stronger. It is the most powerful force in the universe. God endowed him with that talent so that he could love. Levi actually seemed to strengthen as he did the song.
This was one of the most moving videos I have ever seen. A true artist never gives up and lives with us forever. I think if Levi wasn't overwhelmed by emotion, he would have hit that note into the grandstand. His voice cracking underscorded the emotion of the lyrics. No one can come close to these guys in artistry!
This was very hard for me to watch, what a great voice, even during poor health you could still hear that wonder voice. I was privileged to see him perform at Westbury Music Fair, not many years ago, will always treasure his version of that beautiful song RIP Levi
God took Mr Levi Stubbs back home...he missed him in his heavenly choir..! We will forever miss him here on Earth.! Thank you so much, Mr. stubbs, for giving us the best years of your life with your incredible one-of-a-lifetime Voice.....RIP forevermore..!
anytime i need a good cry......i will play this video.........one of the greatest "natural" voices i have ever heard.................Yes, Luther was in his category and will always be in my heart.........there is NO comparing the two.....they were legendary voices and i am so thankful to have lived to see them and enjoyed both of their live concerts in person.....
@MrRacso93 I Believe In You And Me - Four Tops.. listen to the original version and just hear the voice that is Levi... one of the greatest voices os all time.
He was the consummate professional. Even though he was weakened by strokes you see how he belted out the song. He even seemed to be getting stronger as he sang.
@fa0798 True that, with Luther, Sam, Teddy, Ray, Clarence, Michael, Teena, Miles, Redd, 2pac, BIG, Pun, Selena, Left Eye, Aaliyah, and many others. It should be one giant jam session.
Levi Stubbs and The Four Tops were my favorite Mowtown group and always will be.
I saw this show a long time ago of Levi's last stage performance and cried then and am crying now. He was brilliant and his voice was a gift from God. I was fortunate enough to see the group perform four or five times including one show with the Temptations at the Greek Theater in Los Angeles, that was the most wonderful show, under the stars that I ever saw. God Bless Levi ... his songs will live on forever.
goosebumps!!!!!!!!! emotions transcend vocal prowess!!! proof that the voice is only as good as the emotion one puts in a song....... this is great!!!!
I sat here in tears last night - this is anointed and awesome! You have to be a singer or passionate about music to know what this really means! SANG ARETHA, LEVI, THEO & THE TOPS!!!
I had never seen this video...It brought tears to my eyes...Aretha has such a big heart sharing the stage with Levi Stubbs...That man was an absolute powerhouse! What a voice!
The one and only Levi Stubbs.....the final stage appearance with The Four Tops. I don't think you'll ever seeing anything as moving as this if you watch every single video posted on YouTube. RIP King Levi of Motown.
In my early teens, I heard "Can't Help Myself" on a juke box when it first came out. What memories. Levi's voice just reaches out and grabs you, like no other that I have heard. I am a 59 year old man and I can't watch this withour my eyes tearing up.
Man, let me tell yuh..I'm a big hard-backed 60 something year old man and I was blubbing away in an internet shop...didn't care who saw me. Levi was so overcome by the waves of love coming his way.
I went out once with a girl who knew him. She said he was a gentleman. I never told her that the man had been one of my heroes for some time. If she reads this she'll know who she is. Levi would have found this funny. My man!
that is the most heartbreaking video i ever seen.myself and 3 mates had the pleasure of meeting and having a drink with levi,obie and duke after their show in a club in SWANSEA,WALES,U.K in1974 we were 21year old boys at the time.they were very humble guys with levi explaining why lawrence went back to the hotel as he was a shy type of person.R.I.P LEVI.OBIE.LAWRENCE.and to the DUKE a long life.thanks for the memories
I'm in my mid-20's, and growing up my only exposure to Levi Stubb's voice, overall, was his role as Audrey II in "Little Shop of Horrors." However, that alone was enough to make me realize he was a talented singer and performer. He made that movie as enjoyable as it could be, and he's endearing to me in that regard. Hearing his normal stuff later on affirmed his talent, and it brought tears to my eyes seeing him respected as much as he was here. God bless, Mr. Stubbs.
That was beautiful and heartbreaking. I am very emotional now just watching this. It is soo sad to see our great legends leaving us one by one. And now Aretha herself is fighting a terminal illness. This is just too much for me to deal with right now. I have to go.
@CANCERBREATH What an Unusual name,but I so agree with you.I cant think of anyone else who can sing that song like Levi did,just breathtaking , Just ask the lonely, ask Meeeeee!Pure magic!
Back then,they did not have no sorts of types of equalizers that would enhance nor clear their voice on the mic,those where the TRUE voices back then and Levi's voice WAS and will FOREVER be one of the GREATEST voices that ever song in the Motown industry.That is what separates a true singer from a low class singer.And they have proven it by having the most acapella songs.Now thats class in vocals.There will never be another Levi Stubbs on this planet.May God rest his soul.Amen.
To all those that entered into our lived whether it be family friends or singers whos vocal talents touched our very existence and moved us in the good times and comforted us in the sad that have all now passed over. God Bless you and Thank you for inspiring us.
Levi Stubbs was an angel sent from The Heavens to embrace us all with his astounding vocals,to captivate our hearts and make us bend to the echoes of his voice.A man who was not selfish and turned down offers of doing a solo career.A true Gentleman.At 5:45 of the video where he leans forward from his wheelchair,the man wants to sing so bad and where I cry is whenever i hear the frase "Levi's voice is a miracle" and truthfully... The man himself is a miracle... A TRUE MIRACLE that walked earth!!!
@CANCERBREATH Well, except that he was an evil alien plant that wanted to devour all of mankind, in Little shop of Horrors. But yeah, otherwise he's an angel.
What an important inspiring voice to alll who heard him. We just lost Solomon Burke. We're losing all that mattered for our inspirational survival as the people who are responsible for much of what continues to be not credited accurately or at all. We have clowns who disrespect everything that was great everywhere.
As I'm viewing this video I can look at it over and over again. As the Queen of soul mention, Levi Stubbs was a "World Class" leader and much more, I hadn't viewed this video until a month ago. And by seeing the Tops performing back at my high school day's that I will never forget. As a few had mention this was church night and even make's us men cry, just because from the love the group has given us of memories...
sad but so beautiful. i wonder how many people today stop and in their hearts say a small thank you to these people for the memories and the work they put in. may this wonderful man rest in peace and may we all come to appreciate the legacy they all left and are leaving us.
Last night I was here with my daughter and els was watching a kids' movie Shark Tale and I heard the song cannot help myself ..
and I figured as much when I heard this song, but you know those songs that we hear from child, and even knows the pace but never know who sings it? I heard a piece and went looking when I found the Four Tops began to see one behind the other, but when I thought it was sad how the old Levi was I'm sorry for the loss of a great singer
as sad as this is to watch Levi still sounds better than that windbag Areatha and that cracker jack lounge singer trying to sing this song with him that song is way to big for anyone to handle except for him and his voice
This is the ULTIMATE LOVE SONG to the one you love the most song by the ULTIMATE BALLARDEER--Mr. Levi Stubbs. God Bless you Levi, you're one of HIS angels now.
Man oh man....we should make people watch this video just to prove if they have heart or not. If you don't feel this video in your heart then this should be a moment of clarity for you.
even thoguh i've never seen him or heard of him when i was little
i think when i see him, that he must've been the kindest man ever lived
but to see him in a wheelchair, just breaks my heart, 'cause i have an uncle on my mothers side that's in a wheelchair to, i can't even get into his home without crying like a 5-year old
I remember watching the four tops live at hammersmith and wembley in the early nineties. Levi the front man was fantastic. It was so good to see him even through illness making such a brillant effort. I think an inspiration to us all.
WOW !!!! At 5.47 in this vid levi seems to "come alive", its as if he suddenly does believe in miracles!! What a voice What a man ,What a great loss to music.Levis legacy will live on in the minds and ears of all tops fans forever.God bless you MrStubbs.
This made me forget all about my problems and made me realize its so much more to life than being bills and material things. I am a grown man and this tribute made me cry. This is one of my favorite songs of all time. Levi thanks for all the great music , you have touched my life. Thank you
how sad to see, but also how wonderful . im only 37 years old and im so gald that i was able to see all four of the original tops 2gether a few times live.. i try to tell my kids how great they were, they think they know, but less you saw them live, you will never know.. thank you levi , and the rest of the tops. your music will live on in my heart forever...
This ism one of the best tributes thatI've seen for an individual.Most artist ared gone before someone decides to honor them. The Queen Of Soul did him absolute justice in this tribute. I had tears in my eyes too. R.I.P. Levi,your place has been cemented in the history of SOUL MUSIC.
Absolutely amazing - how could anyone watch this and not like it and be moved to tears - Two of the most amazing voices ever on stage together. Let's see which of today's artists are still performing in 50 years eh!! Motown will live for ever!
what an amazing vid, so moving, Aretha u r still the Queen and Levi one of the best soul voices ever, would like to know what 3 dicks didnt like this clip. Obv no soul!!
I grew up adoring Levi Stubbs, as my parents were devotees of Tamla Mowtown, especially the Four Tops. It must break many folk's hearts to watch this; an exceptional man with a once in a lifetime voice. This never ceases to move me.
This is one of the most saddest v idoes I have ever seen. It was truely an honor to watch. I loved this mans voice, and how wonderful it was to watch all the love he was giving by the singers and fans.
How I wish I could have been there to see this in person!!What a man and what a tribute!! He is just CLASS! As is Aretha for her love and respect of this Motown icon!
This video just made me cry....! Im not even gonna sit here and lie this song touched me...! And to see levi sit there in that state and still sing omg its an inspiration...!
Although this video broke my heart, it also warmed my heart to see the Great Levi Stubbs & the 4 Tops again!! These men gave their ALL to entertain us, comfort us when sad, rejoice with us when happy, & remind us that LOVE is the all important thing in Life. Bless your hearts, & may you rest in peace until that day when we'll all shall meet again! Amen. Bless you Soulinthesun1 for posting this.
@ A- The man has brain cancer, is confined to a wheelchair, and (sorry Whitney) he still brings it!! No one sings this song like Levi Stubbs!! God bless.
@oniraro I think your comments sum it up just right you never know what cards you will be dealt in life
missi625 1 day ago
I grew up on the Four Tops & Temps.They were great
ed11561 4 days ago
Beautiful..tears are flowing
monie86 5 days ago
That Was Beautiful....with tears in my eyes RIP.....
tinkerbell1138 6 days ago
WHAT A BEAUTIFUL MAN, NOBODY LIKE MY 4 TOPS
cherylpipkin57 1 week ago
just realized Obie was crying to and am I wrong but didn't he die before Levi? I know it had to be hard for Duke when he first walked on that stage without not even one of the other originals after being together for so long.
missi625 1 week ago
@missi625 I was thinking the same, for 43 years... and now without his brothers. Obie died in 2005, Stubbs in 2008.
MrToggolino 1 day ago
Oh man, Levi Stubbs is one of the ALL- TIME GREAT SINGERS. REALLY.
gooboo1000 1 week ago
good
sedekelen 2 weeks ago
generations yet unborn will here the echo of your voice,my great great kids will here you sing i cant help myself i love you and nobody else, in too are lives you came and you left leaving just your voice behind, rest in peace mr stubbs talent and class you were always both,
archie7186 3 weeks ago
Even fighting brain cancer- the man brought it- God bless you Levi!
rickw1100 3 weeks ago
these videos should be in the top 100 list of youtube
instead of this we have rihanna, jonas bros, lady gaga, katy perry, and justin bieber
dimogeo 3 weeks ago 2
audrey 2
jamesissoawesomeful 3 weeks ago
Wow. This is Soul.
ChooseFreedomNow 4 weeks ago
That was so emotional we miss you Levi rest in beautiful peace sweet man
dunndebbiedo 4 weeks ago
What can I or any of us say. Levi and the Tops made us all feel so good. Funny how we know all the words to his sings. Levi & his songs will be with us forever so we can dance and feel great.
God Bless Levi.
51578818r 4 weeks ago
this has made me so sad so powerful i miss levi a whole bunch
thekinginyellow1895 1 month ago
i am a grown ass man and i shed about 4 tears
mrdnyce 1 month ago in playlist Liked videos
I must admit I shed a tear or two on seeing this,
Who could not be moved by the fact that Motown's greatest singer on stage in a wheelchair,and having his lines prompted?
Mr Levi Stubbs,May You Rest In Peace Sir.
jonkheere1 1 month ago
Now,You guys are not the only ones crying. i'm in my 70's, first time i've seen this video,and it's making an old man cry too. He was one of the best, for i remember them all.No more music like back in the day.This isn't music that's on the radio now days.All the good one are leaving us. Thanks for posting this.I've played it over 20 times today.
TheGeorgia726 1 month ago
Such a beautiful performer. God Bless. Jesus took another one, for his ears.
JaJr07 1 month ago
Wow. I cried too.
jinalanguniafrika 1 month ago
I'M 6 FOOT 5 250 POUNDS WATCHING THIS ON MY SMARTPHONE AND CRYING IN PUBLIC WHAT THE HELL.
illone10 1 month ago 7
That was the last public appearance of Levi Stubbs?
alipioish 1 month ago
Wow...this made me cry. SO beautiful.
victoriaj1908 1 month ago
Never,has a tribute made me feel like this before...smiling feeling sad,misty eyes,such as this! Love you Mr.Levi,you are by far THE MOST talented well respected,man I have ever known! I still have the signed album,that day in 1970 the 1st time I saw you and your (brothers) perform,I was 10 and told you I was in love with you,you smiled ,kissed my hand,and thanked me...I thank you for being what you were,...Rest in Peace..my beloved friend...
RedSoxFan4eva1000 1 month ago
THERE WAS ONLY ONE LEVI STUBBS R.I.P.
mikebarnes5194 2 months ago
I respect the artist who said, "There is NO Levi Stubbs WITHOUT The Four Tops. He said that The Four Tops were like his brothers and he'd NEVER ever think of a solo career that didn't include them. "NOW, THAT REAL LOVE FOR YOU." A TRUE Four Tops to the very end of this life. More people should be so loyal.
shadesmagazine 2 months ago
This is the first time I've seen this and tears came to my eye's and I'm a grown as 54 year old man. DAMN!!!!!!!!!!!
shadesmagazine 2 months ago
@shadesmagazine me too.
rickw1100 3 weeks ago
I felt so sad to see such a great singer in that terrible shape,I still remember the 25th anniversary show from Motown when the Four Tops and the Temptations performed their best known hits for a very enthusiastic audience,rest in peace Levi,your music legacy will live forever.
Chalyman77 2 months ago
can anyone tell me from what concert was this?
vladutze84 2 months ago
@vladutze84 : It's from the 50th Anniversary Special...available on DVD ....great one btw.
schareng 2 months ago
magic!
JesusWearsAddidas15 2 months ago
wheeew almost started bawlin all over the place,
Dablkwid0w2008 2 months ago
Well, Well Well...One of Motown's greats. Words can express the feelings, emotions and memories. Still waters run very deep....
hnorrils 2 months ago
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I will FOREVER miss you!!
billiebenton 2 months ago
Thank you so much for posting this. It made me cry and laugh. Levi 's determination to sing is remarkable. RIP.
tshala23 2 months ago
Just as they retire jerseys of sports figures - some songs are signatures. No One should be allowed to do this. Levi Stubbs shut it ALL down and everyone out when he did this. This is his song! If your special person tries to leave you -- put this on if they keep walking let them go!
AllsoBlessednostress 2 months ago
I wonder who is so tough that tears dont fall from their eyes after seeing this!
Mechanic0751 2 months ago
****
99strange 2 months ago
Tears for a great man
ChrissiMatusevics 2 months ago
I am sitting her ecrying like a baby, this was so touching and so heartbreaking, but HE STILL has that voice that can sing like no one else can.Mr.Stubbs, I know you are resting in peace,right there along with my Mom.Your music will live on forever.Thank you for showing this wonderful video, it's now in my favorites.
bajangirl01 3 months ago
what a PERSON!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
russell1501 3 months ago
i lost my baby the same day he died. this made me cry. god bless you mr. stubbs. you were a true class act.
BLAKPEARL69 3 months ago
"Levi's voice is a miracle."
toerag 3 months ago
Even though these seem sad times,he knows that the LORD is sitting there on his shoulders,ready to guide him to his final resting place as we look at a MASTER doing his work which will always stay with those that have SOUL in their HEART.
SLEEP WELL TP
FROM UK
thehedgehope 3 months ago
I can't add anything that the rest of you haven't said. When the Four Tops were
big back in the 60's, most of us never knew the name of the lead singer . . we just knew "the Four Tops". Only later did I become aware of this amazing talent and amazing man. I'm not a guy who crys but I teared up the day I learned that Levi passed away . . . . . he was a blessing to us all, wasn't he.
dcasey2574 4 months ago
NBC News/Brian Williams did a nice tribute to Levy, one of those "you might not recognize his name but if I said "Sugar Pie Honey Bunch or Reach out I'll Be There..." that kind of intro. He said Levy was simply one of the greats, a voice that evoked passion, heartbreak, joy, you name it. If I hear Ask The Lonely (I'm 51) I won't specifically remember the song from my childhood. But the atmosphere of the song remind me of going to my grandma's house on a Sunday. Go figure. THAT'S great music.
NYVoice 2 months ago
So emotional....wow... words cannot discribe how beautiful this tribute was for one of the greatest R&B volcalists that ever lived. R.I.P. Mr. Levi Stubbs.
hdavis01 4 months ago
Tears !
lonlywolfish 4 months ago
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My mind's eye sees Levi standing ramrod straight, head back, microphone held high, holding a note that makes me and the rest of the world smile. The world was a much better place with Levi Stubbs in it. Thank you and R.I.P.
juiceman1965 4 months ago
Absolutely fantastic effort by the one and only Levi Stubbs. .Declining health and still produces that unique voice. We'll all remember your job well done. Rest in peace.
takemeback2 4 months ago
Beautiful.............
Thurstonsfunfair 5 months ago
one of the true greats!
scooby1ize 5 months ago
that made me get really emotional
theontherise 5 months ago
Love makes you stronger. It is the most powerful force in the universe. God endowed him with that talent so that he could love. Levi actually seemed to strengthen as he did the song.
dthdc4 5 months ago
our loss,is the angel,s gain,your music will live on,just as Still Waters Run Deep,sleep well.
thehedgehope 5 months ago
oooh... it's so emotional......
chupaciupss 5 months ago
THAT WAS A BEAUTIFUL TRIBUTE 2 ONE OF MOTOWNS FINEST!!!! I LOVE LEVIS VICE!! IT CAN NEVER B DUPLICATED!! R.I.P. MR. LEVI STUBBS!! U R TURELY MISSED!
MsAngelaValerie 6 months ago
This was one of the most moving videos I have ever seen. A true artist never gives up and lives with us forever. I think if Levi wasn't overwhelmed by emotion, he would have hit that note into the grandstand. His voice cracking underscorded the emotion of the lyrics. No one can come close to these guys in artistry!
AnneCorr 6 months ago 11
@AnneCorr The great man died in his sleep not long after this tape was recorded. I hope he is at peace cuz I love him dearly
donny5018 3 weeks ago
This was very hard for me to watch, what a great voice, even during poor health you could still hear that wonder voice. I was privileged to see him perform at Westbury Music Fair, not many years ago, will always treasure his version of that beautiful song RIP Levi
kuriouslee 6 months ago
God took Mr Levi Stubbs back home...he missed him in his heavenly choir..! We will forever miss him here on Earth.! Thank you so much, Mr. stubbs, for giving us the best years of your life with your incredible one-of-a-lifetime Voice.....RIP forevermore..!
detroitspinner1 6 months ago
It is not enough to tell someone you love them unless you show them and people we are witnessing love when we watch this clip.
pungooer 6 months ago
anytime i need a good cry......i will play this video.........one of the greatest "natural" voices i have ever heard.................Yes, Luther was in his category and will always be in my heart.........there is NO comparing the two.....they were legendary voices and i am so thankful to have lived to see them and enjoyed both of their live concerts in person.....
italy4blktop 6 months ago
OMG!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Thank you God for sharing your Angel ~ Mr Levi Stubb`s for awhile with us!
God Bless him and the Fabulous Four Tops.
I know he is singing in that Awesome Heavenly Choir.
LORRIEVIVALASVEGAS 6 months ago
WOW!!!!!!!!!
Mytrey02 6 months ago
How moving what a great man
7955jack 6 months ago
What a tribute and I'm so happy he had the strength, the spirit, and the presence to participate in this and to receive the love.
quickmajik1000 6 months ago
can anyone tell me what song is this?
MrRacso93 6 months ago
@MrRacso93 I Believe In You And Me - Four Tops.. listen to the original version and just hear the voice that is Levi... one of the greatest voices os all time.
CaddyDriva 6 months ago
Great to hear true legendary annointed singing gifts. Levi was pure gold even when ill. Take note new generation.
TallDocK 7 months ago
He was the consummate professional. Even though he was weakened by strokes you see how he belted out the song. He even seemed to be getting stronger as he sang.
dthdc4 7 months ago
This was Levi Stubbs' final stage appearance. He later said it was one of the happiest nights of his life.
dthdc4 7 months ago
God has him now to enjoy! FJA NJ
fa0798 7 months ago
@fa0798 True that, with Luther, Sam, Teddy, Ray, Clarence, Michael, Teena, Miles, Redd, 2pac, BIG, Pun, Selena, Left Eye, Aaliyah, and many others. It should be one giant jam session.
dthdc4 7 months ago
Levi, the Best !!!!
beagleman123456789 8 months ago
getting old sucks !.
rubberdildos 8 months ago
So proud of this man, a hugh presence as the lead singer of the all mighty 4 tops, and the aspiration of all proud men, miss ye Livi Stubbs xxx
mrsnips1968 8 months ago
The young man singing is the incomparable Theo Peoples. He use to be with the Temptations back in the 90's. One of the best in the business.
sky2dmoon 8 months ago
who is this young guy singing with Aretha?
Eliskoopa 9 months ago
this made me cry
Eliskoopa 9 months ago 11
As Levi stubbs once said "It's Supper TIME!"
TheRealBossman12 9 months ago
Truly Beautiful!.this made me cry.I saw them live in 1977 a wonderful memory
God Bless you Levi xxx
SearchingGirl09 9 months ago
And the tears continue to fall!
bgsotg 9 months ago 3
I'm too young to have truly appreciated Motown. But in my opinion, Levi Stubbs is the best singer ever on the label.
litinvention 9 months ago
Levi Stubbs and The Four Tops were my favorite Mowtown group and always will be.
I saw this show a long time ago of Levi's last stage performance and cried then and am crying now. He was brilliant and his voice was a gift from God. I was fortunate enough to see the group perform four or five times including one show with the Temptations at the Greek Theater in Los Angeles, that was the most wonderful show, under the stars that I ever saw. God Bless Levi ... his songs will live on forever.
MsSarione 9 months ago
goosebumps!!!!!!!!! emotions transcend vocal prowess!!! proof that the voice is only as good as the emotion one puts in a song....... this is great!!!!
doublebros1810 10 months ago
I sat here in tears last night - this is anointed and awesome! You have to be a singer or passionate about music to know what this really means! SANG ARETHA, LEVI, THEO & THE TOPS!!!
LutherLaBelle 10 months ago
A truly btilliant man, atruly brilliant voice right up until the end...
billum91051 10 months ago
This is the definition of my brother's keeper......
2tallsmall 10 months ago
I had never seen this video...It brought tears to my eyes...Aretha has such a big heart sharing the stage with Levi Stubbs...That man was an absolute powerhouse! What a voice!
mrob75 10 months ago
I never knew he was in a wheelchair during his final years. I remember loving the 4 tops since I was kid. RIP Mr. Stubbs.
hydeparkmac 10 months ago
I cry every single time I watch this video. What a wonderful man. His voice was one of a kind. His music will live forever.
wanttoseehim2 11 months ago
The one and only Levi Stubbs.....the final stage appearance with The Four Tops. I don't think you'll ever seeing anything as moving as this if you watch every single video posted on YouTube. RIP King Levi of Motown.
mhertz25 11 months ago
this video always leaves me in flood of tears, it is one of the most moving things i have ever witnessed. RIP levi you were the best my man
Connorc48 11 months ago
I get the feeling that, if it weren't for the emotion and tears, Levi could have sat there in the wheel chair and out sung everybody there.
wmden1 11 months ago
In my early teens, I heard "Can't Help Myself" on a juke box when it first came out. What memories. Levi's voice just reaches out and grabs you, like no other that I have heard. I am a 59 year old man and I can't watch this withour my eyes tearing up.
wmden1 11 months ago
Man, let me tell yuh..I'm a big hard-backed 60 something year old man and I was blubbing away in an internet shop...didn't care who saw me. Levi was so overcome by the waves of love coming his way.
I went out once with a girl who knew him. She said he was a gentleman. I never told her that the man had been one of my heroes for some time. If she reads this she'll know who she is. Levi would have found this funny. My man!
GReYSTOKE2012 1 year ago
that is the most heartbreaking video i ever seen.myself and 3 mates had the pleasure of meeting and having a drink with levi,obie and duke after their show in a club in SWANSEA,WALES,U.K in1974 we were 21year old boys at the time.they were very humble guys with levi explaining why lawrence went back to the hotel as he was a shy type of person.R.I.P LEVI.OBIE.LAWRENCE.and to the DUKE a long life.thanks for the memories
1953map 1 year ago
Thank you @mikemacjunkie.
shrededwheat 1 year ago
I'm in my mid-20's, and growing up my only exposure to Levi Stubb's voice, overall, was his role as Audrey II in "Little Shop of Horrors." However, that alone was enough to make me realize he was a talented singer and performer. He made that movie as enjoyable as it could be, and he's endearing to me in that regard. Hearing his normal stuff later on affirmed his talent, and it brought tears to my eyes seeing him respected as much as he was here. God bless, Mr. Stubbs.
HenryvKeiper 1 year ago
What happened to him to be in a wheelchair?
shrededwheat 1 year ago
@shrededwheat he had a stroke a few years ago. he died in 2008.
mikemacjunkie1 1 year ago
Livi does not need the noise and 99 doesnt eitheir,,bye
99strange 1 year ago
OMG my generation is dying out. I can't type anymore
coporal4 1 year ago
That was beautiful and heartbreaking. I am very emotional now just watching this. It is soo sad to see our great legends leaving us one by one. And now Aretha herself is fighting a terminal illness. This is just too much for me to deal with right now. I have to go.
tommiexander 1 year ago
And to prove my point with what I'm saying please check the video on youtube and if anyone has any objections,feel free to reply.
The Four Tops JUST ASK THE LONELY - Shivaree -
Levis voice at it's greatest potential,no mic,no equalizers no crap or such. Purest voice of all time!
CANCERBREATH 1 year ago
@CANCERBREATH What an Unusual name,but I so agree with you.I cant think of anyone else who can sing that song like Levi did,just breathtaking , Just ask the lonely, ask Meeeeee!Pure magic!
bajangirl01 3 months ago
Back then,they did not have no sorts of types of equalizers that would enhance nor clear their voice on the mic,those where the TRUE voices back then and Levi's voice WAS and will FOREVER be one of the GREATEST voices that ever song in the Motown industry.That is what separates a true singer from a low class singer.And they have proven it by having the most acapella songs.Now thats class in vocals.There will never be another Levi Stubbs on this planet.May God rest his soul.Amen.
CANCERBREATH 1 year ago 18
Truly a magnificent performer and perfectionist...We love you here in England Levi!!!!!!
HowayBonnyLad 9 months ago
To all those that entered into our lived whether it be family friends or singers whos vocal talents touched our very existence and moved us in the good times and comforted us in the sad that have all now passed over. God Bless you and Thank you for inspiring us.
britredneck 1 year ago
cry evertime i watch this
chunkyleanne 1 year ago 3
this just changed my life.
reasonrap1 1 year ago
Levi Stubbs was an angel sent from The Heavens to embrace us all with his astounding vocals,to captivate our hearts and make us bend to the echoes of his voice.A man who was not selfish and turned down offers of doing a solo career.A true Gentleman.At 5:45 of the video where he leans forward from his wheelchair,the man wants to sing so bad and where I cry is whenever i hear the frase "Levi's voice is a miracle" and truthfully... The man himself is a miracle... A TRUE MIRACLE that walked earth!!!
CANCERBREATH 1 year ago 36
@CANCERBREATH
I named my first born son "Levi". Stubbs didn't become "Levi and The Tops" like Smokey and Diana. A common man blessed with greatness!
DrewMurray1874 9 months ago
@CANCERBREATH Well, except that he was an evil alien plant that wanted to devour all of mankind, in Little shop of Horrors. But yeah, otherwise he's an angel.
SoldierFortune23 6 months ago
@CANCERBREATH AMEN TO THAT !!
DiscosMobileKent 3 months ago
@CANCERBREATH Levi Stubbs just moved on to greater & higher places ! of that i have zero doubts the show continues :-) book your tickets now !!
DiscosMobileKent 3 months ago
He isnt dead he comes back when you press play.......
socrafty777 1 year ago 3
this is so sad to see this great man in a wheel chair
chunkyleanne 1 year ago
This video is beautiful and sad. I grew up with the Four Tops. So many beautiful memories.
Rest in Peace Levi and thank you for so many wonderful songs and memories
God Bless
sdphotoman 1 year ago
it's very sad and teary everytime i see this video love you levi rest peacfully no more pain you're home with you're father sharing what you gave us.
edrisbrown38 1 year ago
At 72, in bad health, he could still hit those high notes. He died later that year.
1uniquemonique 1 year ago
@1uniquemonique
Actually it was about 3 years after this show that he passed away.
NWOWWE 1 year ago
The voice of God sounds like Levi Stubbs.
Punorss 1 year ago
What an important inspiring voice to alll who heard him. We just lost Solomon Burke. We're losing all that mattered for our inspirational survival as the people who are responsible for much of what continues to be not credited accurately or at all. We have clowns who disrespect everything that was great everywhere.
jazz1bro 1 year ago
I wonder if kids today get chills in their spines when they listen to their rap/hip hop jams.
juiceman1965 1 year ago
As I'm viewing this video I can look at it over and over again. As the Queen of soul mention, Levi Stubbs was a "World Class" leader and much more, I hadn't viewed this video until a month ago. And by seeing the Tops performing back at my high school day's that I will never forget. As a few had mention this was church night and even make's us men cry, just because from the love the group has given us of memories...
WHP2005 1 year ago
I cry every time I watch this. So beautifully done and touching.
blewis9505 1 year ago
sad but so beautiful. i wonder how many people today stop and in their hearts say a small thank you to these people for the memories and the work they put in. may this wonderful man rest in peace and may we all come to appreciate the legacy they all left and are leaving us.
shizzledizzle08 1 year ago
Last night I was here with my daughter and els was watching a kids' movie Shark Tale and I heard the song cannot help myself ..
and I figured as much when I heard this song, but you know those songs that we hear from child, and even knows the pace but never know who sings it? I heard a piece and went looking when I found the Four Tops began to see one behind the other, but when I thought it was sad how the old Levi was I'm sorry for the loss of a great singer
gustavoindustry 1 year ago
The most awesome singing plant ever made...
RIP Levi, you deserve it.
ezinhadinali 1 year ago
as sad as this is to watch Levi still sounds better than that windbag Areatha and that cracker jack lounge singer trying to sing this song with him that song is way to big for anyone to handle except for him and his voice
cleancutt2001 1 year ago
This is the ULTIMATE LOVE SONG to the one you love the most song by the ULTIMATE BALLARDEER--Mr. Levi Stubbs. God Bless you Levi, you're one of HIS angels now.
press3copz 1 year ago
Levi had a great sense of humor to go along with that voice. I will miss him.
dwalker6811 1 year ago
Levi Stubbs...what a voice...world class...RIP
HCL808 1 year ago
this is an amazing post thank you i cry every time i watch and yes i believe in love... thank you mr. stubbs may you rest in peace
tiltman72 1 year ago
Man oh man....we should make people watch this video just to prove if they have heart or not. If you don't feel this video in your heart then this should be a moment of clarity for you.
RIP Levi and thank you yet again.
Lennon4life1968 1 year ago
I feel so sad after watching this that I wished I hadn't. RIP Levi.
b44ts 1 year ago
OMG
when Levi cried, i actually cried to
lotten16 1 year ago
even thoguh i've never seen him or heard of him when i was little
i think when i see him, that he must've been the kindest man ever lived
but to see him in a wheelchair, just breaks my heart, 'cause i have an uncle on my mothers side that's in a wheelchair to, i can't even get into his home without crying like a 5-year old
lotten16 1 year ago
So sad, a man who had so much energy and voice, thankyou for the music, ni-night godbless Mr Liva Stubbs!
lynnetkd 1 year ago
I remember watching the four tops live at hammersmith and wembley in the early nineties. Levi the front man was fantastic. It was so good to see him even through illness making such a brillant effort. I think an inspiration to us all.
ukrory 1 year ago
that was emotionally draining so sad, the four tops turned out some fantastic songs,which will be played over and over again i hope.rip mr stubbs.
sebastianflash64 1 year ago
There was no one on that stage to compare with Levi
liffey40 1 year ago
Can't get through this one with dry eyes.
agr42fontana 1 year ago 3
MY GOD....HIS VOICE....I'LL NEVER EVER FORGET LEVI STUBBS!!!!
I COULDN'T WHOLE BACK THE TEARS WHILE WATCHING HIM. If you grew up listening to his music you're understand how i feel.
pkaraoke1 1 year ago
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kpl1228 1 year ago
A very unique voice has gone to rest..... 4 Tops forever!!!
victorydon 1 year ago 2
Thats so emotional, Jesus to see the great man like that!!
springycfc1 1 year ago
WOW !!!! At 5.47 in this vid levi seems to "come alive", its as if he suddenly does believe in miracles!! What a voice What a man ,What a great loss to music.Levis legacy will live on in the minds and ears of all tops fans forever.God bless you MrStubbs.
dgwilym 1 year ago 3
This made me forget all about my problems and made me realize its so much more to life than being bills and material things. I am a grown man and this tribute made me cry. This is one of my favorite songs of all time. Levi thanks for all the great music , you have touched my life. Thank you
bigsteeler 1 year ago
I beleive in you and me is and awesome song
daurkskin 1 year ago
how sad to see, but also how wonderful . im only 37 years old and im so gald that i was able to see all four of the original tops 2gether a few times live.. i try to tell my kids how great they were, they think they know, but less you saw them live, you will never know.. thank you levi , and the rest of the tops. your music will live on in my heart forever...
phils781 1 year ago
This ism one of the best tributes thatI've seen for an individual.Most artist ared gone before someone decides to honor them. The Queen Of Soul did him absolute justice in this tribute. I had tears in my eyes too. R.I.P. Levi,your place has been cemented in the history of SOUL MUSIC.
sosmooth7 1 year ago
This still brings tears to my eyes :{
origamilady955 1 year ago
If you paid $10,000 to see that show you'd walk away feeling like you should pay $10,000 more...RIP Levi and thank you.
Lennon4life1968 1 year ago
Brings tears to your eyes wot a star he was xxxxxx R.I.P. LEVI X
pml7211 1 year ago
Thank God I was able to see them before Levi and the others passed....
deterdinkofearl 1 year ago
Absolutely amazing - how could anyone watch this and not like it and be moved to tears - Two of the most amazing voices ever on stage together. Let's see which of today's artists are still performing in 50 years eh!! Motown will live for ever!
MsSmiler58 1 year ago
Very touching and emotional :'(
unnefer1978 1 year ago
The Four Tops , The Temptations , Motown ....all great Music ,,,, Levi Stubbs Life and Memory stands alone ,,, Thanks for posting !!
1978raiderband 1 year ago
what an amazing vid, so moving, Aretha u r still the Queen and Levi one of the best soul voices ever, would like to know what 3 dicks didnt like this clip. Obv no soul!!
fishcakes205 1 year ago
I grew up adoring Levi Stubbs, as my parents were devotees of Tamla Mowtown, especially the Four Tops. It must break many folk's hearts to watch this; an exceptional man with a once in a lifetime voice. This never ceases to move me.
liffey40 1 year ago
This is one of the most saddest v idoes I have ever seen. It was truely an honor to watch. I loved this mans voice, and how wonderful it was to watch all the love he was giving by the singers and fans.
Masculnity 1 year ago
How I wish I could have been there to see this in person!!What a man and what a tribute!! He is just CLASS! As is Aretha for her love and respect of this Motown icon!
ilovecatsgingi 1 year ago
This video just made me cry....! Im not even gonna sit here and lie this song touched me...! And to see levi sit there in that state and still sing omg its an inspiration...!
shad6734 1 year ago 2
I'm crying my eyes out
Eliskoopa 1 year ago
You can still hear that voice in there. Sweet.
BarryDennen12 1 year ago 2
Although this video broke my heart, it also warmed my heart to see the Great Levi Stubbs & the 4 Tops again!! These men gave their ALL to entertain us, comfort us when sad, rejoice with us when happy, & remind us that LOVE is the all important thing in Life. Bless your hearts, & may you rest in peace until that day when we'll all shall meet again! Amen. Bless you Soulinthesun1 for posting this.
San47di 1 year ago 3
@ A- The man has brain cancer, is confined to a wheelchair, and (sorry Whitney) he still brings it!! No one sings this song like Levi Stubbs!! God bless.
rickw1100 1 year ago 3
Hey A ! U are incredible!!!
rickw1100 1 year ago
nothingis better than Levi sing his song.
pabbtripp 1 year ago
I love Levi Stubbs, what a beautiful extremely talented man.
sheltiepaws1 1 year ago
i cried
rubberfactorytv 1 year ago
One of the most humbling, emotional and gut-wrenching seven minutes I have ever spent.
This man has left an incomparable legacy that will live on in the annuls of music and time.
God blessed him with a gift that he chose to share with all of us for so long....but perhaps not long enough at all...
secondchancehelen 1 year ago 2
@secondchancehelen DITTO!!!! WOW!!!
solidsalsa 1 year ago