this is real music and I wish our younger generation would notice it and appreciate it todays music sucks and the artist that do have talent are not recongnized and don't get much air play
YOU KNOW ALL THIS OLD MUSIC I GREW UP ON LISTENING TO IT WITH MY BROTHERS AND SISTERS AND HAVENT STOPPED SINCE AND I LOVE IT YOU NAME IT I KNOW IT. REALLY WISH THEY BRING A LOT OF IT BACK.
Never heard this song until one night on my mom's birthday, she played it....I gotta say their days was much more real than our day today. Don't get me wrong, ima always love my raps,but this is the shit here!
@celestehtkj27 What a profound and well-put comment.That hits it right on the mark!!!These crooners have established their place firmly in the annals of music history as we still enjoy their sound today.Thanks for your response!
This takes me back to Holmes Street in Flint Michigan. When this song came out, my neice Tangie loved it, but being two all she could remember was "Hey you get off my mount." Tangie passed away last year and today she's singing in the Hevenly choir.
I'm 40, and I know old and new school... But I'm sorry... Old School wins every rip! The real music and the real artist's... No digital enhancements at all! I don't even listen to the radio anymore. I listen to my iPod Touch with about 3,000 old school jams on it, when I want to hear real music. Everyboby keep asking, you've heard that song by Nikki Ma somethin? No I have NOT!
@niecie3344 Hey you, Nikki Ma has her place, she is obviously giving people what they want. However bring back the real music, let's get the old school party started,
Im 52 and at 13 this was one of my favs,along with Lets Get It On.They told her to keep it moving ,ur trying to bring me down. Folks could get that message,would be a lot less mess over the yrs.lol I love the blend of voices.
This music takes me back to the days of my junior high school lunch time. We we're allowed to hear music it really worked everybody got along there was no bullshit no color!!! What happened to all that someone needs to recognize.
My vocal group had the pleasure of being opening act for the Dramatics at the Fox Theater in St,Louis back in the early 70's. At the time we were covering all the Jackson 5 tunes, The Dramatics invited us to tour with them but my parents refused.
Still, they were very, very cool. Extremely talented and sing there hearts out! I will never forget that experience. RIP RON BANKS! You will be sorely missed.
Mr Reynolds is every bit as good as Wee Gee(RIP) on this. I have gone on Record As saying that Wee Gee was the best lead the Dramatics ever Had. And Ron, Lenny., Mr Reynolds are always perfect.
man im only twenty but i remember jammin to the dramatics.. now i see why madukes say i been here before .. but this song relevant to today its haters everywhere so imma tell em to get off my mountain
I'm currently 16, I happen to fall upon this band when I was singing to myself "Don't rock the boat baby" and wondered who sings it. So I went on youtube and check, I'm now currently listening to all their songs while doing school work. I'm amazed by the talent back in the days. The new music coming out these days are crappy screaming drug songs. Not real music. This is real music. I only wish I could of stumble across this sooner. Beautiful, just truly beautiful.
@platapouce Well spoken! I really appreciate your comment and feel you are an objective and wise person.Unfortunately,not many folks your age has the big picture like you.If more would just listen and compare to actually feel the difference between old-school compared to the now sound!I hope not to offend the hip-hop fans among members out there,but by the age of 55 I have given all the chances for the new-wave sounds to soak in and they don't hold up for me.I just humbly say,to each his own.
@kenesto I'm in your space, 55+. I was fortunate to know all of them. Lenny is my ex-husband's 1st cousin, and was always at our house. Had ssoo much fun. Sorry that most of them are gone. I know they would still sound great.
@kenesto Great comments. I agree except to say that if you listen to 80's -90's Hip Hop it had it's own passion and can still be enjoyed. I think to most of these new artists it's simply about getting paid because now a days a few hit singles and you maybe, If they handled the business end of the music business correctly, rich. That's why artists don't last anymore. Old school songs where about touching the heart to give you joy and a sad song was there to help you through the pain.
@platapouce I feel you I am 19 and my favorite genres are Motown, Soul, Funk, Jazz, NorthernSoul anyway I love 60s and 70s music. Wish there were more people our age that loved this espcially girls to and maybe they wouldnt be so trashy looking today unlike they were back than.
@platapouce Make sure to share with your friends the treasures such as these beautiful, loving, uplifting songs. Have a text party and provide some of the music you have come to enjoy and challenge them to listen to it and hit you back with their thoughts. Should be a nice something to explore, enjoy!
causes me great excitement to hear these great groups in soul music and r & b, for a time pretty hard to forget, to hear your beautiful songs gives me the same feeling of nostalgia, as when you hear singing those wonderful 70s ....thank you for this unforgettable memory.....ESTRELLA
Ok ppl i was born in 1980 & my parents listened to this music, me & my lil sis love Oldies i remember hot sunny summer days listining to this in the car singing my lil heart out. this music makes me feel better & takes me back to better times.
One of My Many Fav songs By this Group.. What i like bout that music,or my music of the 70's Was not many Groups sound the same,,Ye the Tenor and Baritone did their thing,for their group,But knowone sounded the same, And thats what i like the music i grew up on,,Know one sounded the same
RIP my big brother, I will always remember you and how silly you could be off stage the world is going to miss you but, I'll miss you even more your baby sister from the past. RIP Big Brother!!! God needs anglic voice for his choire he just got one of the best between you and Jonny of the Dells(RIP).
R I P Banks, whose sweet falsetto helped give the Dramatics its signature sound, was a Detroit native who was born May 10, 1951.The Dramatics scored its first R&B-charting single (No. 43) in 1967 "All Because of You." But it wasn't until four years later that the group broke into national consciousness with the 1971 Stax/Volt hit "Whatcha See Is Whatcha Get," which peaked at No. 3 on the R&B chart and No. 9 on the pop list. It claimed an R&B No. 1 the following year with "In the Rain."
OMG!!! Watts/Stax Festival mid 70s, after parties at the Beverly Wilshire, partying at the Total Experience in Los Angeles, and Ron Banks voice rolling over the room like butter and syrup. Raw smooth talent that will truly be missed. RIP Little Brother.
Ron Banks would often sit in during our radio show The Old School House Party with Gerald McBride on Mix 92.3 in Detroit. I videotaped him the last time he was in the studio with us. He was a really great guy. The entertainment world has lost an untouchable talent.
dhills2009, from someone who very much grew up in that era of music I must say for one, you have GREAT taste. There was no era like this along with the Sounds of Philidelphia, Motown and the tunes coming out of LA to include the super duper Whispers, another of my most favorite groups you did miss a lot of good music. I so understand. So, so much good, positive and sexy music performed by genuinely talented people.
Ron left us today!! Sad and scary thing. They are leaving so often! What a party it must be in heaven. The voices there........OMG!!! RIP Ron, Levi, Barry, Rick, Willis, Otis, Michael, Elvis, Marvin, David, Little Sunny, and all the rest!
@calamityjann Yes, very scary indeed. Saw them perform at the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in Cleveland where Ron lamented the fact that they were not inducted. They should be.
man as a 43 year old cat i just can't see how any 1 that follows music especially soul,funk,r&b,old school hip-hop, and blues cannot love this music. man i grew up in texas and my dad owned a juke joint and i would here all this music growing up there and at home, and in the clubs. damn people this is what you call soul. i wish alot of these youngsters today could just sit down and listen to alot of this great music. thank god 4 my birth in 1966, so i could b part of the greatest music ever.
@dhills2009 I just had the same conversation with my sister, trying to compare Day 26 to the dramatics, isley bros.,and o'jays. I laughed at her ass, Silly rabbit!
@str8outtatexas1 I totally agree with you. I too was born in 1966 and grew up listening to this music. I am glad that my parents introduced me to this in the 60's and 70's. I remember my mom pulling out her boxes of 45's....they too used to own a hamburger/hot dog stand and had a jukebox. What wonderful memories. These artist are the ones who schooled the ones of today.
@str8outtatexas1, the "youngsters" that are involved in the music industry today are WELL versed in "old school" music however, it is the executive at the record label who will NOT back anything meaningful because music has the power to cause change...consequently, the radio airwaves are filled with trash.
@str8outtatexas1 Too bad "youngsters" today listen to rap and hip-hop, which is probably the worst genre of music to develop in the history of music (English-speaking music, I guess)
I went to school with Ron and Lenny... They and the group just had talent and style that brings joy to the World! My heart soars with their every note! The backing musicians and arrangements are SO outstanding and soulful the way they uplift the words! Long live their collective works. Conant Garden and Kranz Woods (Detroit) rocked! Brother Mays rest in peace!
I had the great moment of meeting the Dramatics at the (now-closed) Circle Star Theater in San Carlos, Ca. Those guys put on such a great show. Wow, the memories float on the harmonies as I sit here listening to this track. Thanks kenesto for dropping this sound onto youtube. (smiles and more smiles from me to you!)
One of the greatest vocal groups of all time. The Dramartics are definitely underrated but I have to give them their props. Vocally they were just as good as the temptations. Ron Banks and L.J. Reynolds were phenomenal lead singers and there wasn't a single weakness in the group, vocally that is.
Brothers!! you better all learn this, "The Performing Arts" will alway belong to the Black Race of this Planet, it's our inheritance from time immemorial.
@sunraypower I agree, all five of The Dramatics were very strong singers. All five were indeed lead singers. However Wee Gee is the lead with Ron on this song. This was before L.J. Also L.J. didn't have anything on Wee Gee. Wee Gee was TOTALY AWESOME, I ACTUALLY PREFER HIS SINGING VOICE OVER L.J.'S. L.J. SINGS WELL TOO OF CAUSE. I AM ALSO A GREAT FAN OF LENNY MAYES SINGING. Y ALL OF THE CLASSIC DRAMATICS WERE GREAT SINGERS. THE DRAMATICS WERE FANS OF THE TEMPTATIONS (MY FAVORITE GROUP)
Old school never goes away, this is what i'm talking about. I remember when i was about ten years old my older brother, sisters and cousins was in the basement singing in mics. Still sound good to me.
desertheaterz, don't carry that what your friend say, " you have a good ear for listening to good music" Girl let me tell you they were some wonderful time then . I am 47 and I grew up with all this music, and girl we had some good times, yes I say good times., Enjoy your life now, and what ever music you relate to now cherish it and when you get in you older days you can say the same.bye baby
That's so nicely stated and highly appreciated! From time to time we are graced with a taste of music that becomes a part of us,that we can connect to.Such songs as these have the distinction of taking that leap,not only because it sounds good but also since we identify with its meaning as well it having the capacity to take us to a time and place in the past we were fond of.One can safely say this hit song by The Dramatics is a great philosophical masterpiece that defined this groups artistry.
the legend of the soul and r&b music of the wonderful 70 years hard to forget, for having made a successful stage of our youth....thank you for this unforgettable memory..congratulations for this beautiful video music
I remember this song as a child, when me and my sister and brother would clean up on saturday mornings. After my mothers friday night card parties. My sister would turn on the record player and play album. I think it was her favorite, cuz I heard this song alot
Ahhhhh!The distinctive reminiscent value of this song,especially since you heard it a lot growing up! Is it not a fun little ride when certain songs can channel you to those fond memories back in time?That's just one reason that Old-School tunes never really get old!They're time machines!
These artist stood out with some fantastic signature material such as this as well as"Get Up and Get Down","Toast To The Fool","In The Rain","Be My Girl","Hot Pants In The Summertime","I Can't Get Over You","Whatca See Is Whatcha Get" and "Door To Your Heart"(my very favorite)among other hits.They were a profound pioneering force in the 1970's Disco & Soul Music era! Kudos to them and your comment!!!
Hi! Would you happen to have the original "Joyride "album with the song , "Sundown is coming, hold back the night? " I have the album, but I played it so much I wore out the record and the album cover.
OK!Your time is still here as songs such as this still make waves! I note how folks say"They don't make soul music like they used to"which is a fact.However the good side of the situation is that the oldies music can then stand out in there own respective right as collector classic productions with some reminiscent value.You're welcome too!
You are quite welcome!Nice to know it brings back good memories for you indeed! I appreciate the kudos about my channel and hope you can stop by often.Peace!!!
When i listen too music like this a tear comes too my eye. Why? Because were never going too find lyrical groups like this again. It just reminds me of how much the world has changed. Thank you for sending me back too where it all began.
Yes,the Dramatics,Temptations and Delfonics were classed as pioneering Soul Groups of the old-school R&B music scene.They brought us much great music.Glad you enjoy this!You're welcome!
This is a classic record of lasting quality from The Dramatics having the distinction of being one of their"signature-songs". One they'll be remembered for!Glad you enjoy it!Thanks!
Yeah,brings to mind the term"oldies but goodies"that is exemplified by past works of art such as this one!Why is it that the classic oldies keep their sparkle?Because they(now genre) just don't make them like this anymore!You're welcome too!
I am so glad someone posted this! I love this song! My best friend and I were preteens when this song was out and we just loved it. We still talk about it to this very day. Great post...thank you!
wtf who's eating in the background?
Iobi123 6 days ago
i wish them youg bloods get off my mountains
teddyvlour75 1 month ago
this is real music and I wish our younger generation would notice it and appreciate it todays music sucks and the artist that do have talent are not recongnized and don't get much air play
godgavemeanewstart 1 month ago
This kind of music really sets the tone
MsPleasure911 1 month ago
YOU KNOW ALL THIS OLD MUSIC I GREW UP ON LISTENING TO IT WITH MY BROTHERS AND SISTERS AND HAVENT STOPPED SINCE AND I LOVE IT YOU NAME IT I KNOW IT. REALLY WISH THEY BRING A LOT OF IT BACK.
SchwaqqMonkey 1 month ago
Never heard this song until one night on my mom's birthday, she played it....I gotta say their days was much more real than our day today. Don't get me wrong, ima always love my raps,but this is the shit here!
stlouis3505 2 months ago
memories are made of songs like this, may they live on forever. R.I.P. Ron banks
celestehtkj27 3 months ago
@celestehtkj27 What a profound and well-put comment.That hits it right on the mark!!!These crooners have established their place firmly in the annals of music history as we still enjoy their sound today.Thanks for your response!
kenesto 3 months ago
LOVE THAT TENOR,BLUE MAGIC,DELFONICS,LOVE THEM ALL
sommagurl 4 months ago
This takes me back to Holmes Street in Flint Michigan. When this song came out, my neice Tangie loved it, but being two all she could remember was "Hey you get off my mount." Tangie passed away last year and today she's singing in the Hevenly choir.
Terryman1960 4 months ago
don't like the president put your tea party in london
MrManhattan48 5 months ago
I'm 40, and I know old and new school... But I'm sorry... Old School wins every rip! The real music and the real artist's... No digital enhancements at all! I don't even listen to the radio anymore. I listen to my iPod Touch with about 3,000 old school jams on it, when I want to hear real music. Everyboby keep asking, you've heard that song by Nikki Ma somethin? No I have NOT!
niecie3344 5 months ago 4
@niecie3344 Hey you, Nikki Ma has her place, she is obviously giving people what they want. However bring back the real music, let's get the old school party started,
humble1259 2 months ago
four people are nuts not love this jam!
GIJAYNE2419 6 months ago
Hey chump get off of my hump !
colliesfi 6 months ago
Im 52 and at 13 this was one of my favs,along with Lets Get It On.They told her to keep it moving ,ur trying to bring me down. Folks could get that message,would be a lot less mess over the yrs.lol I love the blend of voices.
junniecn 6 months ago
This music takes me back to the days of my junior high school lunch time. We we're allowed to hear music it really worked everybody got along there was no bullshit no color!!! What happened to all that someone needs to recognize.
MsLowandslow 6 months ago
Beautiful Oldies....
gloriavaldez1 7 months ago
YEEEEEEEEEEEEEEESS?
*kicked out off the window*
FusionAJ93 7 months ago
i love oldschool it takes it back to the good ol' days when songs had a meanin
calibostunna22 8 months ago
hey you 4 dislikes get off u tube hey you get off our cloud hey u get off our song hey you go try climb a mountain
abdul8096 8 months ago
Beautiful...memorable...sweet oldies back in the days...1974 love it..!!!
gloriavaldez1 9 months ago
HEY YOU!!..GET OFF MY MOUNTAIN!!..HEY YOU!! GET OFF MY CLOUD!!..YOUR JUST TRYIN TO! "Spins Around" BRING ME Downnn....
ImAlriteGuy 9 months ago
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ImAlriteGuy 9 months ago
SE ESCUCHA LEJOS LA CANCION
jorgealbertobaron 10 months ago
Reynolds sounds just like Wee Gee. Remarkable. Wee Gee as I have said is their best singer. (They are all good). (Ron, Lenny,Wee Gee, all RIP)
TheRoland1947 10 months ago
My vocal group had the pleasure of being opening act for the Dramatics at the Fox Theater in St,Louis back in the early 70's. At the time we were covering all the Jackson 5 tunes, The Dramatics invited us to tour with them but my parents refused.
Still, they were very, very cool. Extremely talented and sing there hearts out! I will never forget that experience. RIP RON BANKS! You will be sorely missed.
MosTalent 10 months ago
i listing to more old school than rap
617bishop 10 months ago
Mr Reynolds is every bit as good as Wee Gee(RIP) on this. I have gone on Record As saying that Wee Gee was the best lead the Dramatics ever Had. And Ron, Lenny., Mr Reynolds are always perfect.
TheRoland1947 10 months ago
this takes me bk 2 my teen yrs:-)
lanigir 11 months ago
IT'S BEEN 6YRS THIS PAST OCT. THAT LENNY LEFT US....... FOREVER MISSED
ebonygold11 11 months ago
LENNY R.I.P MISS YOU BRO...... MISS YOUR HUMOR YOU KEPT ME LAUGHING.... THANK YOU FAMILY GATHERINGS AINT THE SAME W/OUT U
ebonygold11 11 months ago
Awesome song then and still hold true...
Beamer0455 11 months ago
One of my favorite groups of ALL times. They could really sing. 'Haven't heard any good falsettos in years.
shannonD68 11 months ago
man im only twenty but i remember jammin to the dramatics.. now i see why madukes say i been here before .. but this song relevant to today its haters everywhere so imma tell em to get off my mountain
mainemusso44 1 year ago
the dramatics,new birth,natural four they were the groups of there time. I miss the 70s..........................
1622barbie 1 year ago 3
this is my jam;
sdrease 1 year ago 2
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Moros503 1 year ago
I'm currently 16, I happen to fall upon this band when I was singing to myself "Don't rock the boat baby" and wondered who sings it. So I went on youtube and check, I'm now currently listening to all their songs while doing school work. I'm amazed by the talent back in the days. The new music coming out these days are crappy screaming drug songs. Not real music. This is real music. I only wish I could of stumble across this sooner. Beautiful, just truly beautiful.
platapouce 1 year ago 43
@platapouce Well spoken! I really appreciate your comment and feel you are an objective and wise person.Unfortunately,not many folks your age has the big picture like you.If more would just listen and compare to actually feel the difference between old-school compared to the now sound!I hope not to offend the hip-hop fans among members out there,but by the age of 55 I have given all the chances for the new-wave sounds to soak in and they don't hold up for me.I just humbly say,to each his own.
kenesto 1 year ago 9
@kenesto I'm in your space, 55+. I was fortunate to know all of them. Lenny is my ex-husband's 1st cousin, and was always at our house. Had ssoo much fun. Sorry that most of them are gone. I know they would still sound great.
fashun008 11 months ago
@kenesto Great comments. I agree except to say that if you listen to 80's -90's Hip Hop it had it's own passion and can still be enjoyed. I think to most of these new artists it's simply about getting paid because now a days a few hit singles and you maybe, If they handled the business end of the music business correctly, rich. That's why artists don't last anymore. Old school songs where about touching the heart to give you joy and a sad song was there to help you through the pain.
sjp1969 9 months ago
@platapouce: dats real. im 20 but i got alot of respect for this type of old music.
1BLACKIRON 1 year ago
@platapouce: dats real. im 20 but i got alot of respect for this type of old music. thumbs up on dat.
1BLACKIRON 1 year ago 2
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@platapouce: dats real. im 20 but i got alot of respect for this type of old music. thumbs up on dat.
1BLACKIRON 1 year ago
im 20 but dis old music da truth.
1BLACKIRON 1 year ago 2
@platapouce hey kido without our music you would never have yor music. ours was the best
jermthemac 1 year ago
@platapouce hey kido without our music you wouldn't have yours
jermthemac 1 year ago
@platapouce This old music is beautiful to my ears before I was born& i was born in 1977! glad u can appeciate old skool music!
TheTaesia915 10 months ago
@platapouce HEY YOU!! Stop looking for thumbs ups! If you like good musics, congrats. no 1 cares about your age. Listen and enjoy
DasBoodySen 10 months ago
@platapouce I feel you I am 19 and my favorite genres are Motown, Soul, Funk, Jazz, NorthernSoul anyway I love 60s and 70s music. Wish there were more people our age that loved this espcially girls to and maybe they wouldnt be so trashy looking today unlike they were back than.
TheNorthernSoulKing 6 months ago
@platapouce Make sure to share with your friends the treasures such as these beautiful, loving, uplifting songs. Have a text party and provide some of the music you have come to enjoy and challenge them to listen to it and hit you back with their thoughts. Should be a nice something to explore, enjoy!
humble1259 2 months ago
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platapouce 1 year ago
Ron Banks died of a heart attack on March 4, 2010 at age 58
TheVNam6869 1 year ago
Love to play this in my segrated workplace in the Deep South in the 70's! Worth a thousand conflicts. Got my respect abd promotions too!
fishintruth 1 year ago
It do sound good.
takemeback2 1 year ago
someone said we lost MR ron banks....when and how...?
darrylhaynes 1 year ago
the sound quality is awful and doesn't do this song any justice. it's like you taped this from a radio using a cheap mic and recorder. repost please.
neepl8 1 year ago
Love the Dramatic's!!!! Good Stuff!!!
rpy76 1 year ago
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kiss my ass
MrManhattan48 1 year ago
Thanks kenesto. I'm african brazilan and I was 18 in 1973.
MrLuangos 1 year ago
I'm Brazilian and I was 18 in 1973. I will love this song. I'll be Grateful dramatics forever.
MrLuangos 1 year ago
Make me really think. Do I really need someone beside me?
Dimitridpa 1 year ago
causes me great excitement to hear these great groups in soul music and r & b, for a time pretty hard to forget, to hear your beautiful songs gives me the same feeling of nostalgia, as when you hear singing those wonderful 70s ....thank you for this unforgettable memory.....ESTRELLA
fernandez1330 1 year ago
Oi Kenesto, eu sou do BRAZIL e desde de criança adoro musica negra americana
e um classico desse minha faz sonhar e ver como é bom viver. THANKS.
Nagamy1 1 year ago
Wow, this is a jam. Bring back memories. I love this music. I want this song!!!!!!
14spookylokz 1 year ago
This song says it all to your haters... let me be happy!!
m4malinda 1 year ago
Love me some Dramatics......
R & B Songs of the 70's kick Butt....
RIP Mr. Ron Banks.
RangeRover1961 1 year ago
I love this. Dramatics is a group that you can listen to all day..
sentdenisegg 1 year ago
The Dramatics are a group that are brilliant...
sentdenisegg 1 year ago
"...makes me feel like a clown, I think I better put you in your place!"
UHeythere 1 year ago
THIS WAS MY MANTRA.
This song came out at a time in my life when I was being subjected to extreme mental and emotional cruelty by someone who was supposed to love me.
And I would play this song everyday as a means of girding myself to do battle with that individuals constant negativity.
The lyrics served to remind me that some people are just out to bring you down.
And that you have to love yourself no matter what anyone says about you.
It worked.
I survived. Emotionally intact.
XSGAME4U 1 year ago
Ok ppl i was born in 1980 & my parents listened to this music, me & my lil sis love Oldies i remember hot sunny summer days listining to this in the car singing my lil heart out. this music makes me feel better & takes me back to better times.
jeanettegrisham 1 year ago
One of my favorite Dramatic songs....priceless
MotherPrayOnn 1 year ago
loved it showcased by MrAllGood007 on youtube
SuperSPOKENWORD 1 year ago
This track is bangin!!...I also dig what u see is what u get
JackHorny77 1 year ago
One of My Many Fav songs By this Group.. What i like bout that music,or my music of the 70's Was not many Groups sound the same,,Ye the Tenor and Baritone did their thing,for their group,But knowone sounded the same, And thats what i like the music i grew up on,,Know one sounded the same
TheMarcelius 1 year ago
They have to do an UNSUNG! on this fantastic group!~
tedkay 1 year ago
im only 15 but i love old school music like this cause this is real music
icanjerk954 1 year ago
Such beautiful voices!! th e world doesn't know what it will B missing!! RIP.
albsgirl 1 year ago
RIP my big brother, I will always remember you and how silly you could be off stage the world is going to miss you but, I'll miss you even more your baby sister from the past. RIP Big Brother!!! God needs anglic voice for his choire he just got one of the best between you and Jonny of the Dells(RIP).
kattladii 1 year ago 2
His place in tenor history is secure next to jhonny , smokey , and eddie...............72 Bruh
Bravo...Ronnie Banko Banks
mrtwint1 1 year ago 2
ditto--kitty2pat
onlychildofclaudes 1 year ago
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R I P Banks, whose sweet falsetto helped give the Dramatics its signature sound, was a Detroit native who was born May 10, 1951.The Dramatics scored its first R&B-charting single (No. 43) in 1967 "All Because of You." But it wasn't until four years later that the group broke into national consciousness with the 1971 Stax/Volt hit "Whatcha See Is Whatcha Get," which peaked at No. 3 on the R&B chart and No. 9 on the pop list. It claimed an R&B No. 1 the following year with "In the Rain."
CheekiMnky 1 year ago
ღ(｡◕‿◕｡)ღ Hey,you !
This is a brilliant song!Luv it.
Great post!
Bella
4BellaHeike 1 year ago 11
THANKS!!!
kenesto 1 year ago
@4BellaHeike kiss my as
MrManhattan48 1 year ago
@4BellaHeike bitch get off and get out
MrManhattan48 1 year ago
OMG!!! Watts/Stax Festival mid 70s, after parties at the Beverly Wilshire, partying at the Total Experience in Los Angeles, and Ron Banks voice rolling over the room like butter and syrup. Raw smooth talent that will truly be missed. RIP Little Brother.
Peeachez42102 1 year ago 2
old school i love it
samgotowork 1 year ago 2
Ron Banks would often sit in during our radio show The Old School House Party with Gerald McBride on Mix 92.3 in Detroit. I videotaped him the last time he was in the studio with us. He was a really great guy. The entertainment world has lost an untouchable talent.
God Bless You Ron!!!
thillbeats527 1 year ago 2
There will never ever be another! RIP MR. Banks
Tottietot
tottietot 1 year ago
RIP RON BANKS!!!. Losing to many too fast!!!!!!
Goupul7 1 year ago 2
This is classic Ron Banks. This is the sound of the man that had the best voice of the group. No one will ever sound like this!!!
chellej1 1 year ago
Classic. You'll never be replaced. Thanks for sharing your incredible talent!!!
skinfreak11 1 year ago
@skinfreak11 Amen.
LindaGallowayMD 1 year ago
I agree time4don, The Dramatics were always a closer for me with the ladies. Rest in peace Ron Banks a great singer.
MFmaxx 1 year ago
The Dramatics always closed The deal with the ladies way more than the Tempts ever could and and i loved the Tempts RIP to RON BANKS and all Tempts
time4don 1 year ago
Good memories RIP
Fatimahmt 1 year ago
One of my favorite DRAMATICS songs. RIP Mr Ron. Hello to all of the group.
prettycountrygirl2 1 year ago
Condolences to your family,friends and tons of fans,Mr. Banks! RIP! Such a great singer and group!
gahen21 1 year ago
My God bless you Ron and rest in pease.
MsCuriousCat 1 year ago
Love this song! My into to the Dramatics
RIP Ron...
moodindigo5 1 year ago
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RIP Ron Banks the greatest concert tenor of my
life time. Pure style and class. i surely will miss
his stage presence. he was also wonderful person to talk to, very very down to earth.
soul heaven just got brighter.
lyslinger 1 year ago
Ron Banks RIP!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
karameldreem 1 year ago
Gonna miss Ron Banks, that's for sure.
bowler4life150 1 year ago
Ron you will be always be remembered. Prayers to your family.
MsTrue777 1 year ago
R I P Ron Banks " hey UUUU ...."
my soul is sad but he sings with the Angels .....
maximillion8sensitiv 1 year ago
Always will love the sound of the Dramatics.
jazjett 1 year ago
Say it isn't so we've loss another great one prayers too all.
jo22338601 1 year ago
Rest in Peace; Ron Banks .
The1baddman 1 year ago
dhills2009, from someone who very much grew up in that era of music I must say for one, you have GREAT taste. There was no era like this along with the Sounds of Philidelphia, Motown and the tunes coming out of LA to include the super duper Whispers, another of my most favorite groups you did miss a lot of good music. I so understand. So, so much good, positive and sexy music performed by genuinely talented people.
mimzy4u 1 year ago
My all-time favorite group, EVER!
jaytea380 1 year ago
Ron left us today!! Sad and scary thing. They are leaving so often! What a party it must be in heaven. The voices there........OMG!!! RIP Ron, Levi, Barry, Rick, Willis, Otis, Michael, Elvis, Marvin, David, Little Sunny, and all the rest!
calamityjann 1 year ago 3
@calamityjann Yes, very scary indeed. Saw them perform at the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in Cleveland where Ron lamented the fact that they were not inducted. They should be.
Doctor3dee 1 year ago 2
DRAMATICS ALL DAY LONG!!!!! Stone,Sexy Music sing,sing,sing my brothers! Hey Tee get off my mountain, stay off my cloud and phone too!
ladyceetee 1 year ago 2
@ladyceetee
OH Yes!
jojojuggernaut 1 year ago
this song deserve 2 be #1
samiam20024 2 years ago 3
man as a 43 year old cat i just can't see how any 1 that follows music especially soul,funk,r&b,old school hip-hop, and blues cannot love this music. man i grew up in texas and my dad owned a juke joint and i would here all this music growing up there and at home, and in the clubs. damn people this is what you call soul. i wish alot of these youngsters today could just sit down and listen to alot of this great music. thank god 4 my birth in 1966, so i could b part of the greatest music ever.
str8outtatexas1 2 years ago 12
@str8outtatexas1 who you telling ! it always does something to me ..but that beacuse the singers were so real ...
stringsofserenyti 2 years ago 2
You are right SO RIGHT...
I'm 25..and this is ALL I listen to...Why oh WHY could I not be born in this wonderful era of Black musical genius...LOVE IT.
dhills2009 2 years ago 2
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blackbee46 2 years ago
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@dhills2009 I just had the same conversation with my sister, trying to compare Day 26 to the dramatics, isley bros.,and o'jays. I laughed at her ass, Silly rabbit!
blackbee46 2 years ago
@str8outtatexas1 I totally agree with you. I too was born in 1966 and grew up listening to this music. I am glad that my parents introduced me to this in the 60's and 70's. I remember my mom pulling out her boxes of 45's....they too used to own a hamburger/hot dog stand and had a jukebox. What wonderful memories. These artist are the ones who schooled the ones of today.
Rosesdiamond14 1 year ago
@str8outtatexas1 I don't think I could have said it better !!!!
suggaonly 1 year ago
@str8outtatexas1, the "youngsters" that are involved in the music industry today are WELL versed in "old school" music however, it is the executive at the record label who will NOT back anything meaningful because music has the power to cause change...consequently, the radio airwaves are filled with trash.
miasrestless 1 year ago 2
@str8outtatexas1 Too bad "youngsters" today listen to rap and hip-hop, which is probably the worst genre of music to develop in the history of music (English-speaking music, I guess)
rhinnawi95 10 months ago
great song from a great group! Thanks
lpvcrcd 2 years ago 3
Dont forget Larry Demps ....His name was "Squirrel".....best shaker in the WORLD!!
williamg2552 2 years ago
I went to school with Ron and Lenny... They and the group just had talent and style that brings joy to the World! My heart soars with their every note! The backing musicians and arrangements are SO outstanding and soulful the way they uplift the words! Long live their collective works. Conant Garden and Kranz Woods (Detroit) rocked! Brother Mays rest in peace!
urbanologist1516 2 years ago 3
The songs of the Dramatics do it for me all the time!
birdmanbenjibeat 2 years ago 5
I was 12 years old when this came out. When I heard, I ran out to buy it. I agree, that they were indeed underrated.
nutothis1 2 years ago 13
Collector of classics like this at age 12?You know you have taste! I applaud you!
kenesto 2 years ago 6
I had the great moment of meeting the Dramatics at the (now-closed) Circle Star Theater in San Carlos, Ca. Those guys put on such a great show. Wow, the memories float on the harmonies as I sit here listening to this track. Thanks kenesto for dropping this sound onto youtube. (smiles and more smiles from me to you!)
tamaranow 2 years ago 3
One of the greatest vocal groups of all time. The Dramartics are definitely underrated but I have to give them their props. Vocally they were just as good as the temptations. Ron Banks and L.J. Reynolds were phenomenal lead singers and there wasn't a single weakness in the group, vocally that is.
sunraypower 2 years ago 16
And do not forget WeeGee Howard who shares the lead with Banks on this one!!Great!!
1975tooto 2 years ago 5
Each member was capable of singing lead. One of greatest vocal groups ever.
luvureally 2 years ago 7
Yes indeed!!
1975tooto 2 years ago
Brothers!! you better all learn this, "The Performing Arts" will alway belong to the Black Race of this Planet, it's our inheritance from time immemorial.
kodeblak 2 years ago 2
@sunraypower I agree, all five of The Dramatics were very strong singers. All five were indeed lead singers. However Wee Gee is the lead with Ron on this song. This was before L.J. Also L.J. didn't have anything on Wee Gee. Wee Gee was TOTALY AWESOME, I ACTUALLY PREFER HIS SINGING VOICE OVER L.J.'S. L.J. SINGS WELL TOO OF CAUSE. I AM ALSO A GREAT FAN OF LENNY MAYES SINGING. Y ALL OF THE CLASSIC DRAMATICS WERE GREAT SINGERS. THE DRAMATICS WERE FANS OF THE TEMPTATIONS (MY FAVORITE GROUP)
Mistyyflyy 1 year ago
Thier is no way rap music can bring the feeling this song has .Old school for ever .
misteeq64 2 years ago 6
Old school never goes away, this is what i'm talking about. I remember when i was about ten years old my older brother, sisters and cousins was in the basement singing in mics. Still sound good to me.
RLSG2 2 years ago
desertheaterz, don't carry that what your friend say, " you have a good ear for listening to good music" Girl let me tell you they were some wonderful time then . I am 47 and I grew up with all this music, and girl we had some good times, yes I say good times., Enjoy your life now, and what ever music you relate to now cherish it and when you get in you older days you can say the same.bye baby
pattylovesbilly 2 years ago
excellent....too much....thank you for this unforgettable memory
fernandez1330 2 years ago
this and what cha see is what you get are theme songs =) i love oldies all my friends say i have an old spirit cuz im only 18
desertheaterz 2 years ago
That's so nicely stated and highly appreciated! From time to time we are graced with a taste of music that becomes a part of us,that we can connect to.Such songs as these have the distinction of taking that leap,not only because it sounds good but also since we identify with its meaning as well it having the capacity to take us to a time and place in the past we were fond of.One can safely say this hit song by The Dramatics is a great philosophical masterpiece that defined this groups artistry.
kenesto 2 years ago 2
the legend of the soul and r&b music of the wonderful 70 years hard to forget, for having made a successful stage of our youth....thank you for this unforgettable memory..congratulations for this beautiful video music
fernandez1330 2 years ago 2
I remember this song as a child, when me and my sister and brother would clean up on saturday mornings. After my mothers friday night card parties. My sister would turn on the record player and play album. I think it was her favorite, cuz I heard this song alot
hedmaime 2 years ago 2
Ahhhhh!The distinctive reminiscent value of this song,especially since you heard it a lot growing up! Is it not a fun little ride when certain songs can channel you to those fond memories back in time?That's just one reason that Old-School tunes never really get old!They're time machines!
kenesto 2 years ago
Very nice song!!!!Amazing!!!!
jorgeseveriano 2 years ago 2
These artist stood out with some fantastic signature material such as this as well as"Get Up and Get Down","Toast To The Fool","In The Rain","Be My Girl","Hot Pants In The Summertime","I Can't Get Over You","Whatca See Is Whatcha Get" and "Door To Your Heart"(my very favorite)among other hits.They were a profound pioneering force in the 1970's Disco & Soul Music era! Kudos to them and your comment!!!
kenesto 2 years ago
love this songs inspires me everyday
lilchitown45 2 years ago
this song still gets me going to face the day . . .HEY YOU, GET OFF MY MOUNTAIN!
MrFleece7 2 years ago
Hi! Would you happen to have the original "Joyride "album with the song , "Sundown is coming, hold back the night? " I have the album, but I played it so much I wore out the record and the album cover.
dbrenee 2 years ago
Sorry I don't have that for an upload dbrenee.Perhaps another member can oblige you.
kenesto 2 years ago
This takes me back to days when I had no stress and did not have to deal with life's pressures
I loved the 70s and being 16
Makiba08 2 years ago
Right!This is a noteworthy back-in-the-day classic of sensational soul record's era.Here is one stylish Dramatic record of sincere depth!
kenesto 2 years ago
Thanks so much, Kenesto. This gem was from my time. I was a beautiful brownskinned princess then. They were the bomb.
antiann52 2 years ago
OK!Your time is still here as songs such as this still make waves! I note how folks say"They don't make soul music like they used to"which is a fact.However the good side of the situation is that the oldies music can then stand out in there own respective right as collector classic productions with some reminiscent value.You're welcome too!
kenesto 2 years ago
love it!
navywifeypeters 2 years ago
Thanks!
kenesto 2 years ago
beutiful, beautiful, song of the dramatics, congratulations for this remember, very good the channel
fernandez1330 2 years ago
You are quite welcome!Nice to know it brings back good memories for you indeed! I appreciate the kudos about my channel and hope you can stop by often.Peace!!!
kenesto 2 years ago
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antiann52 2 years ago
When i listen too music like this a tear comes too my eye. Why? Because were never going too find lyrical groups like this again. It just reminds me of how much the world has changed. Thank you for sending me back too where it all began.
ducksick39 2 years ago
Yes Sir Yes Sir Theses brothers were in the same class as the Temptations. Great Post.
eric601d 2 years ago
Yes,the Dramatics,Temptations and Delfonics were classed as pioneering Soul Groups of the old-school R&B music scene.They brought us much great music.Glad you enjoy this!You're welcome!
kenesto 2 years ago
No,it's only a responsive love-ballad of the classic old-school genre style.
kenesto 2 years ago
Oh how i LOVE this song. Thanks for posting it.
prettycountrygirl2 2 years ago
My Pleasure!You're Welcome!
kenesto 2 years ago
This is a classic record of lasting quality from The Dramatics having the distinction of being one of their"signature-songs". One they'll be remembered for!Glad you enjoy it!Thanks!
kenesto 2 years ago
I am young but i soooooooo love this song
sameolecc 2 years ago
Thank you for posting this. 'brings back memories of being a little boy growing up in the 70's. I'm now 41.
shannonD68 2 years ago
Yeah,brings to mind the term"oldies but goodies"that is exemplified by past works of art such as this one!Why is it that the classic oldies keep their sparkle?Because they(now genre) just don't make them like this anymore!You're welcome too!
kenesto 2 years ago
I am so glad someone posted this! I love this song! My best friend and I were preteens when this song was out and we just loved it. We still talk about it to this very day. Great post...thank you!
strongrj 2 years ago 4
My pleasure!Here is a great one The Dramatics will be remembered for!An oldie-but-goodie that still got the tread!You're welcome!
kenesto 2 years ago
VINTAGE/CLASSIC/OLDIE
donnab4real 2 years ago
great song i grew up on allll this old school!!! i love it!!!
sunshineband29 2 years ago 2