Relativity, people! Get some perspective! Yes, lousy DX-7; sometimes you have to take what you get on tour and do the best you can with that! Or, yeah, add a horn section and double your production costs ... The original came out in September 1970; this show has to be 10-12-15 years later! How much do you think he made at this gig? And, still the man [and the band] grooved it! Yes, r.i.p. Curtis! And, complainers, get educated: en.wikipedia . org/wiki/Curtis_Mayfield
For better or worse, Synths and reverb excess were the defining sounds of the 80's. This is not the worst of it. I can point you to far worse synth nightmares in the performances of lengendary acts during that period.
Beautiful guitar playing, signature Curtis falsetto, funky bass, two fantastic solos on percussion...but Mayfield's best horn riff gets replaced with a synth? Very disappointing in that aspect, otherwise its legendary!
@smcleod04 just type "haque" and a live version of move on up will come up. It has the best conga solo ever, in my opinion, and Lee does a great solo as well. Its also a very diffrent version of the song. Hope you enjoy!
@defectedsi just type "haque" and a live version of move on up will come up. It has the best conga solo ever, in my opinion, and Lee does a great solo as well. Its also a very diffrent version of the song. Hope you enjoy!
@defectedsi just type "haque" and a live version of move on up will come up. It has the best conga solo ever, in my opinion, and Lee does a great solo as well. Its also a very diffrent version of the song. Hope you enjoy!
Don't go down too heavy on the man for using a synth instead of a horn section. The math is one player versus two or three. 10 years after an act is a chart-breaking property they have to face the economics of touring, and keeping it as big as it was in the seventies might make it infeasible.
2 days later, I saw Curtis in Folkestone, was in the bar buying 2 x Guiness and a girly drink for my love when the opening bars of "move on up" came on, a track I first bought on tape on Bhudda Records, I was mortified
Wow. Curtis is the man. He is the poet of a generation. He spoke for so many of us. Such inspiration. An artist like this will live on and on. Go on Curtis...keep on moving up.
Mister Mayfield i was a lil-boy when i first herd your music , but it always stuck with till this day i play your music and its greater now than back then. luv New Orleans,LA
The 11 people who disliked this must have something seriously wrong with them. I listen to this record and just want to go out and do something positive with my life that helps others!
omg they replaced the horn section with a synth!? and... what a horrible synth...
God... the 80's: The decade of synth-rape that for some reason has become hip in later years... Sure, alot of good music is from the 80's and all that, but let's never forget the atrocities that were committed; it's disrespectful for the victims.
@LfunkeyA I don't hate synths! Synths are magnificent instruments in their own right, but when people go "Hmm I lack a horn/string section... But oh well, I can just replace them with my SYNTH!" something has gone wrong, and this happened way too often in the 80's
And I guess the fact that the otherwise flawless Curtis Mayfield made this mistake upset me even more. Hope you realize that my choice of words were made with a bit of irony though. Like, speaking of "atrocities" and "victims" etc...
@OnkelMickwald yeah interesting you say this prince once said he didnt like horns and crafted a whole sound using synthesizers inthe 80s but oh was it funky . But the horn sections of the 70s were the staple of its sound i agree with you the syth takes away from the song .
@mgalore Having one's comment in the top ranked ones is not as good as I wished:( Somewhere down in the comment fields I've explained what I think of synths more closely. Synths can be awesome and funky, especially in the hands of ppl such as Prince or MJ.
But synths can also make you wanna crawl under your bed crying and never wanna come out again...
@mgalore That may have been a misquote. To my understanding the lore is Prince cant PLAY horns, and hes damn good on every thing else, and that was the reason his sound was soo synth drivin in place of horns. Which would make sense to me, because the shine love and respect he has given to Eric Leeds for all these years he LOVES horns, he always lets Leeds get off, an goes crazy when he plays, check out any of the concert stuff, man don't drink the kool-Aid.
@mgalore to the kingofdaundaworld yes prince once said he didnt like horns that was prior to his horn styled music of the mid eighties and beyond . and i once saw prince playing what looked like a clarinet im sure he can play at least one horn instrument he plays 26 . But you know prince he embodies many styles and is very mercurial so what he now loves he mightve not liked before nevertheless hes a true master musical genius
@OnkelMickwald I'm sure Curtis was feeling the same, but if you do a bit of research it was probably the record company that imposed the Synth package. 10 x cheaper than live horns. Basic Economics, but yes very sad.
@oatstao I don't see how a record company can have any power over deciding instruments for concerts unless the soundtrack is going to be released by the company. My theory think that it was either due to practical reasons, like maybe the original horn section was preoccupied and they couldn't find replacements in time or something similar, or that Curtis actually thought it worked! How horrible the last assumption may sound, it's not impossible. It happened to alot of good musicians in the 80's
@OnkelMickwald I totally agree. I was watching his Live At Montreux DVD, and was expecting to hear a booming horn section and all I got was a similar sounding, synthetic mosquito fart.
I think you're being a bit harsh. Keep in mind that this was the technology of the times, and that in that context it was pleasing to many. Would you say the same about classical music played on period instruments? If so, I strongly feel that you should only be listening to contemporary pop hits.
@emilia2009 Yeah I know but part of my comment is purposely exaggerated^^ I don't hate synthesizers in general, I do listen to alot of alphaville and the knife and daft punk etc. The thing is that synthesizers are very powerful, and they can do great evil if they're used "wrongly". I do know it's a matter of personal taste, but I think the synth here was just horrible, and that's really the only thing I said, while tryin to be funny.
@OnkelMickwald Thanks for responding. Here you're taking on the role of critic, which takes a fraction of the effort required to make artistic and performance decisions. If you were to go out, round up some musicians, rehearse, perform and record your interpretation of this song, I would listen to it with at least some interest, because it shows you care enough about the music to do something about it. Anyone can criticize, which is why your comment is so meaningless to me.
@emilia2009 This was just something I did while acting on impulse... I had noooo idea it would get so many thumbs up and I find that kinda scary, but still it's better to stand for what I said and explain it than deleting the comment. Of course I can't do what they do but I can still have opinions about this, and honestly you don't have to care about my stupid comment:) It is, as they say, a free world...
P.S. I have been playing some classical music in my days (french horn) if that helps... DS
@OnkelMickwald please walk the walk and post a video of your last gig. it will give people a chance to critique your talents...even if you're better that this, never right to tear someone down.
@rebelmusic64 Oh I used to play the French Horn so yeah I've had criticism, but that doesn't really enter into it because 1) I'm entitled to an opinion 2) the only one I offended was the synth, and I don't think that it's very sad because of it. Besides, Curtis Mayfield is awesome
@rebelmusic64 Besides, when I wrote that comment I thought I was "safe" because I used much sarcastic exaggerations. My rant about the "crimes" of the 80's shouldn't be taken 100% seriously. When I heard the synth in this vid the first time I didn't rage, I more... Giggled because it's such a stereotypical sloppy 80's synth.
@OnkelMickwald okay then, if you say so. sorry i misunderstood your self proclaimed "rant" as something negative. i'll try to read your mind next time................................................
@rebelmusic64 Oh I don't expect you to read my mind. That's why I explained it to you now. Besides, I've thought of removing the post several times. Not because I think it's offensive, but beause this is internet, and things are always taken too seriously on the internet.
suburb...thanks for downloading a classic....pity about all the middle class scum in the audience that are trying 2 blend in! ......Curtis is the man!!!
Yo check out our band's cover of this song. Our singer is the daughter of Tom Johnston (Doobie Brother's original lead singer). Vid is in the video responses :-)
wow, his voice was amazing till the end!! it's not easy to sing those notes especially as you get older. but curtis mayfield was not like the rest of us.. what a legend.
you can tell this is earlier, less political Mayfield. There is no blacks in the crowd. As he became more popular in music, he realized it was also a time for him to voice for his people changin his lyrical content from just uplifting spirits but by pick up spirits too
Curtis was one of the greatest soul artists of all time......Very underated as far as the impact he had on other artists.Everybody from Jeff Beck to Toots and The Maytalls covered Curtis. Soul Power Baby!!
What an amazing voice Shame he didn't live that long.
MURRA1 1 week ago
And we are i posed to listen some Lady gaga Bullshit these days ???? I WANT THIS NOW !! F*** nowadays music industry
MrTrynk 3 weeks ago
music is my medicine and this is STRONG F*****G stuff bring it on
dano2572 3 weeks ago
thanks thanks thanks for u.
Byetv 3 weeks ago
Who is the guy who play bongo drum?
PISOJ 3 weeks ago
@PISOJ bigtime drummer the fucker hein ?? :)
MrTrynk 3 weeks ago
wow all those 20 yr olds in the audience are old now....kinda sad
IrishFriendsFan 1 month ago
amo ese solo de bateria 5:10
LautaroBelvedere 1 month ago
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LautaroBelvedere 1 month ago
Woah
TheJessJRep 1 month ago
Just Amazing, great song and ... Wouaaah !
yofoot74 1 month ago
1:54 are you drunk? :D 5* TRACK
manuel1l 1 month ago
Great
maartenbboy 1 month ago
MY FAVEROURITE TOON OF ALL TIME ....ELI IN Liverpool ....U.K
MrOolah 1 month ago
Drummers name is Lee Goodness, this is a awesome live edition of Curtis.....I love the way he sang...a great asset and a greater loss
zepherdude 2 months ago 2
WHAT THE FUCK IS THIS 80S BULLSHIT FUCKING HATE CREEPYASS 80S RnB
BuyBenco 2 months ago
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Threeothree33 2 months ago
@Threeothree33 AHHHHHHHHH!!!
BuyBenco 2 months ago
Thumbs up for those who were looking for the1971 Version and got dissapointed by this crappy 80s shit.
getfunkafied 2 months ago 2
WHO IS THE DRUMMER!!!??? he is so fuckin cool. I can understand the name when Curtis Mayfield say it :/ PLEASE SOMEONE SAY ME THE NAME!!!!! :P
Nacho579 2 months ago
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i love that Drum Solo, it completly follow the rythm of the music and it s completly PERFECT!!!!!
claroooo 2 months ago
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claroooo 2 months ago
the energy in that room (amazing/unbelievable)
youngbeholy 3 months ago 7
kanye westtt
pokecrud 3 months ago
4:41 i am sure that i heard that on another song, help!!!
nikitofin 3 months ago
@nikitofin It goes kinda like, you make me wanna shout! Put my hands up and shout!
MinecraftGamerNation 3 months ago
jcrx69 4 months ago
Wonderful.++++++
theandi939 4 months ago in playlist Music - Soul - Curtis Mayfield
Attends c'est quoi cette version de merde?? What the hell is that louzy shitty version?? NOM DE DIEU, BORDEL DE MERDE!! FAUX NUL ZERO!
djamcat 5 months ago
What a treat the fans got at such a small venue...people want to pick apart the sound?all i seen was smiles on the crowds face..rip curtis!
lowratehitman 5 months ago
curtis mayfield you are epic
faileb0b 5 months ago
thank you Curtis, what a beautiful voice
lowdown487 6 months ago 11
For better or worse, Synths and reverb excess were the defining sounds of the 80's. This is not the worst of it. I can point you to far worse synth nightmares in the performances of lengendary acts during that period.
bolder2009 6 months ago 2
Some of you are going over the top about the synth. Its not that big of a deal. These are master musicians. The performance is first class!
bolder2009 6 months ago
Look at the audience, says it all- doesn't matter when or where!
RolandDavid1933 6 months ago
Of course horns would have been better, but that drum solo was boss.
devmanxz 7 months ago
So weak man... I'm gonna have to go out and buy the vinyl man
hiphoplivs 7 months ago
Lee Goodness is a drum god !!
drupalthemeplayer 7 months ago
Im sure it just came down to the fact the record company didn't want to pay for a full horn section and the synth cut the costs and got the job done
guymoore785 7 months ago
Sure the keyboard is cheesy, but none the less, its a great song and a great live performance!
dano761000 8 months ago
Is it just me or at the VERY beginning of this video, is that Oprah Winfrey?
callens74 8 months ago
Beautiful guitar playing, signature Curtis falsetto, funky bass, two fantastic solos on percussion...but Mayfield's best horn riff gets replaced with a synth? Very disappointing in that aspect, otherwise its legendary!
theatlantisrise 8 months ago
Lee Goodness is the man!
smcleod04 10 months ago
@smcleod04 just type "haque" and a live version of move on up will come up. It has the best conga solo ever, in my opinion, and Lee does a great solo as well. Its also a very diffrent version of the song. Hope you enjoy!
KrazeWorld 10 months ago
what a drum solo
defectedsi 10 months ago
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@defectedsi just type "haque" and a live version of move on up will come up. It has the best conga solo ever, in my opinion, and Lee does a great solo as well. Its also a very diffrent version of the song. Hope you enjoy!
KrazeWorld 10 months ago
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@defectedsi just type "haque" and a live version of move on up will come up. It has the best conga solo ever, in my opinion, and Lee does a great solo as well. Its also a very diffrent version of the song. Hope you enjoy!
KrazeWorld 10 months ago
curtis baby rocks raped the horns on the 7inch
defectedsi 10 months ago
:::::::::::GREAT:::::::::::::::
44SABSMUSIC44 11 months ago
Very Cool
Excellent share Gus
Robin Ariel Ross St Claire Holgate
robinarielmedia 11 months ago
Excellent!! THanks for the share:)
Grandma Mary
Fr3derick 11 months ago
Don't go down too heavy on the man for using a synth instead of a horn section. The math is one player versus two or three. 10 years after an act is a chart-breaking property they have to face the economics of touring, and keeping it as big as it was in the seventies might make it infeasible.
JackTadoussac 11 months ago
Ohhh my..... Even a $20 mobile phone sounds better nowadays, than this crappy synth...
zlatzky 1 year ago
yea the synth is cheesy but Curtis still makes it awesome!!! And holy shiz this was a great live show, listen to that drummer and percussion!
jumpindog 1 year ago
Curtis. one of the greatest soul stars.
dakarlion1 1 year ago
CURTIS WILL ALWAYS STAY IN MY HEART
HE IS THE ONE WHO KNOWS THE MEANING OF "SOUL"
hollies56789 1 year ago
EVEN WITHOUT HE HORN SECTION, THE MAN IS STILL GREAT!!! GREAT SONG..
allout1034 1 year ago
7:34 she look like beyonce...im like BEYONCE WAT THE HELL YOU DOIN THERE!!
sagittariusbaby0750 1 year ago
@sagittariusbaby0750 Could be her mom
ss6truks 1 year ago
the synth is not TERRIBLE but it is not needed
l235n3p5 1 year ago
to fast this version are
seriesdetv 1 year ago
2 days later, I saw Curtis in Folkestone, was in the bar buying 2 x Guiness and a girly drink for my love when the opening bars of "move on up" came on, a track I first bought on tape on Bhudda Records, I was mortified
cycle2santiago 1 year ago
listen to it again, watch the bongo man tell me their aint feeling. its just 80s cos thats when it was done.
deltahfman 1 year ago
this version sucks..
jbct61 1 year ago
I love you Mr. Mayfield and I miss you.
steelydrwu 1 year ago
Everything is great except for that awful sounding keyboard!
MagicMikassa 1 year ago
I have this DVD, "Live At Ronnie Scott's" and I dig it. I have to agree, those 80's synths got in the way. It's still Curtis though.
MrStratoStrut 1 year ago
he had to choose between two horn players or a conga drum master...........
h1ydrippa 1 year ago
to me the dank ass electric piano more than makes for the synths not to mention the dank ass song lol
JahWorks420 1 year ago
Wow. Curtis is the man. He is the poet of a generation. He spoke for so many of us. Such inspiration. An artist like this will live on and on. Go on Curtis...keep on moving up.
mojoman888 1 year ago
AWESOME!!!!!
MIMI88998899 1 year ago
Wow I was about 16 when I danced to Curtis Mayfield and this song...
I loved it then and still love it now....it stands the test of time.
A real classic !
God bless Curtis Mayfield and his groove.....
academysounds 1 year ago
Seriously, there is something magical in this man's music and presence.
brings tears to my eyes
setpunk12 1 year ago
This song has made me realize why "the movement" will be equal to the music we are fed!
6402680 1 year ago
12 people had labotomy's
skacaface59 1 year ago
awesome. Thank you for posting.
Sladkey83 1 year ago
I like this keyboard sound. The simple synthetic brass sounds bring me back memories.
showshow 1 year ago
That was absolutely freaking amazing
arazai 1 year ago
where was this recorded?
Sladkey83 1 year ago
fire
clayrad1 1 year ago
Come on let's MOVE ON UP!!!
stanleysoldman 1 year ago
Pure magic.....
dylan240269 1 year ago
what a sound....and swing....love it....always
SistaYo 1 year ago
Mister Mayfield i was a lil-boy when i first herd your music , but it always stuck with till this day i play your music and its greater now than back then. luv New Orleans,LA
giovonnim 1 year ago
Thank you, tamagoya429, and, of course, magnificent Curtis.
c1ferrari 1 year ago
This is one of the top 10 songs of all times.
MasterClipEditor 1 year ago
i need to say i love him.what a band. he was great.
Southerngirl675 1 year ago
nice conga beats
clayrad1 1 year ago
Great song, amazing Voice, there will only be one Curtis Mayfield! R.I.P...
jaysaviod 1 year ago
Absolutly BRILLIANT !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
vielstein 1 year ago
@trollesusanna - No doubt I love you for that comment!
rawlipr 1 year ago
Great song but it has been destroyed by the arrangement and not using REAL strings.
crap1453 1 year ago
The 11 people who disliked this must have something seriously wrong with them. I listen to this record and just want to go out and do something positive with my life that helps others!
kromed01 1 year ago
@kromed01 , or they might be 9 year olds or that sort of thing,
lnpsych1 1 year ago
This jam is flawless in every aspect. Curtis was a one of a kind musician. R.I.P.
Proud2BBosnian 1 year ago
The Congero is going off! Play your heart out CUZ!
mrgoaliedad 1 year ago
omg they replaced the horn section with a synth!? and... what a horrible synth...
God... the 80's: The decade of synth-rape that for some reason has become hip in later years... Sure, alot of good music is from the 80's and all that, but let's never forget the atrocities that were committed; it's disrespectful for the victims.
OnkelMickwald 1 year ago 51
@OnkelMickwald
synths can sound great, don't be a hater just because they suck here
LfunkeyA 1 year ago
@LfunkeyA I don't hate synths! Synths are magnificent instruments in their own right, but when people go "Hmm I lack a horn/string section... But oh well, I can just replace them with my SYNTH!" something has gone wrong, and this happened way too often in the 80's
And I guess the fact that the otherwise flawless Curtis Mayfield made this mistake upset me even more. Hope you realize that my choice of words were made with a bit of irony though. Like, speaking of "atrocities" and "victims" etc...
OnkelMickwald 1 year ago
@OnkelMickwald
i see
LfunkeyA 1 year ago
@OnkelMickwald yeah interesting you say this prince once said he didnt like horns and crafted a whole sound using synthesizers inthe 80s but oh was it funky . But the horn sections of the 70s were the staple of its sound i agree with you the syth takes away from the song .
mgalore 1 year ago
@mgalore Having one's comment in the top ranked ones is not as good as I wished:( Somewhere down in the comment fields I've explained what I think of synths more closely. Synths can be awesome and funky, especially in the hands of ppl such as Prince or MJ.
But synths can also make you wanna crawl under your bed crying and never wanna come out again...
OnkelMickwald 1 year ago
@mgalore That may have been a misquote. To my understanding the lore is Prince cant PLAY horns, and hes damn good on every thing else, and that was the reason his sound was soo synth drivin in place of horns. Which would make sense to me, because the shine love and respect he has given to Eric Leeds for all these years he LOVES horns, he always lets Leeds get off, an goes crazy when he plays, check out any of the concert stuff, man don't drink the kool-Aid.
kingofdaundaworld 1 year ago
@mgalore to the kingofdaundaworld yes prince once said he didnt like horns that was prior to his horn styled music of the mid eighties and beyond . and i once saw prince playing what looked like a clarinet im sure he can play at least one horn instrument he plays 26 . But you know prince he embodies many styles and is very mercurial so what he now loves he mightve not liked before nevertheless hes a true master musical genius
mgalore 1 year ago
@OnkelMickwald ou couldn't say it better - A SYNTH RAPE, I hate fuckin' 80s!!!!!!!!!!!!
ffeda 1 year ago 20
@ffeda Touche, the reasons i hate 80's.
Synth
Reverb
The beginning of over production
picure 1 year ago
@ffeda Thankfully, it had real drums and NOT electric ones!
chocolateman85006 11 months ago
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kingofdaundaworld 1 year ago
@OnkelMickwald At least they didn't synth-rape the congas
crispncrunchy 11 months ago
@OnkelMickwald I'm sure Curtis was feeling the same, but if you do a bit of research it was probably the record company that imposed the Synth package. 10 x cheaper than live horns. Basic Economics, but yes very sad.
oatstao 11 months ago
@oatstao I don't see how a record company can have any power over deciding instruments for concerts unless the soundtrack is going to be released by the company. My theory think that it was either due to practical reasons, like maybe the original horn section was preoccupied and they couldn't find replacements in time or something similar, or that Curtis actually thought it worked! How horrible the last assumption may sound, it's not impossible. It happened to alot of good musicians in the 80's
OnkelMickwald 11 months ago
@OnkelMickwald I totally agree. I was watching his Live At Montreux DVD, and was expecting to hear a booming horn section and all I got was a similar sounding, synthetic mosquito fart.
IamSchpartacus 9 months ago
@OnkelMickwald
I think you're being a bit harsh. Keep in mind that this was the technology of the times, and that in that context it was pleasing to many. Would you say the same about classical music played on period instruments? If so, I strongly feel that you should only be listening to contemporary pop hits.
emilia2009 7 months ago
@emilia2009 Yeah I know but part of my comment is purposely exaggerated^^ I don't hate synthesizers in general, I do listen to alot of alphaville and the knife and daft punk etc. The thing is that synthesizers are very powerful, and they can do great evil if they're used "wrongly". I do know it's a matter of personal taste, but I think the synth here was just horrible, and that's really the only thing I said, while tryin to be funny.
OnkelMickwald 7 months ago
@OnkelMickwald Thanks for responding. Here you're taking on the role of critic, which takes a fraction of the effort required to make artistic and performance decisions. If you were to go out, round up some musicians, rehearse, perform and record your interpretation of this song, I would listen to it with at least some interest, because it shows you care enough about the music to do something about it. Anyone can criticize, which is why your comment is so meaningless to me.
emilia2009 7 months ago
@emilia2009 This was just something I did while acting on impulse... I had noooo idea it would get so many thumbs up and I find that kinda scary, but still it's better to stand for what I said and explain it than deleting the comment. Of course I can't do what they do but I can still have opinions about this, and honestly you don't have to care about my stupid comment:) It is, as they say, a free world...
P.S. I have been playing some classical music in my days (french horn) if that helps... DS
OnkelMickwald 7 months ago
@OnkelMickwald
Fair enough - just my two bits worth. Peace out.
emilia2009 7 months ago
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emilia2009 7 months ago
@OnkelMickwald never interesting to hear what the hater has to say. sorry, but i think it's you who is being disrespectful...
rebelmusic64 4 months ago
@rebelmusic64 Read my other comments!:D I stand by my word, the synth is horrible, but I suppose they had practical reasons.
OnkelMickwald 4 months ago
@OnkelMickwald please walk the walk and post a video of your last gig. it will give people a chance to critique your talents...even if you're better that this, never right to tear someone down.
rebelmusic64 4 months ago
@rebelmusic64 Oh I used to play the French Horn so yeah I've had criticism, but that doesn't really enter into it because 1) I'm entitled to an opinion 2) the only one I offended was the synth, and I don't think that it's very sad because of it. Besides, Curtis Mayfield is awesome
OnkelMickwald 4 months ago
@rebelmusic64 Besides, when I wrote that comment I thought I was "safe" because I used much sarcastic exaggerations. My rant about the "crimes" of the 80's shouldn't be taken 100% seriously. When I heard the synth in this vid the first time I didn't rage, I more... Giggled because it's such a stereotypical sloppy 80's synth.
OnkelMickwald 4 months ago
@OnkelMickwald okay then, if you say so. sorry i misunderstood your self proclaimed "rant" as something negative. i'll try to read your mind next time................................................
rebelmusic64 4 months ago
@rebelmusic64 Oh I don't expect you to read my mind. That's why I explained it to you now. Besides, I've thought of removing the post several times. Not because I think it's offensive, but beause this is internet, and things are always taken too seriously on the internet.
OnkelMickwald 4 months ago
He is the reason why I luv beats and all soul music. RIP
mrsflirtyone 1 year ago
Congas are OFF THE HOOK!!!
commentkid69 1 year ago
Is the best of Soul , R&B , funk or whatever! This is Curtis!!
stevevaiisnumber1 1 year ago 2
ALways amazing!
stevevaiisnumber1 1 year ago
THIS IS IT!! THE BEST!!LOVE IT!!! MISS U CURTIES..RIP..WE LOVE U & WE MISS U...
BESAMEKAR 1 year ago
( ˙·٠•●๑۩ KisS ۩๑●•٠·˙)
7spirit7of7madibaage 1 year ago
hermosa cancion
!!!!!!!!
ommpote 1 year ago
LOVE IT
royblonk 1 year ago
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praise be to allah
DjKillahFrost 1 year ago
0:55
MrOkayjose 1 year ago
this is : ABSOLUTELY LOVE!!! Straight for the HEART! THX BIG LOVE.............
suzjan88 1 year ago
so amazing
dwamyboy 1 year ago
suburb...thanks for downloading a classic....pity about all the middle class scum in the audience that are trying 2 blend in! ......Curtis is the man!!!
vincecochlin 1 year ago
Curtis = Sphinx!
zookat 1 year ago
Yo check out our band's cover of this song. Our singer is the daughter of Tom Johnston (Doobie Brother's original lead singer). Vid is in the video responses :-)
Down2Funk 1 year ago
I realy miss the saxophone in this version of the song, as HARLZx21 said, the orginal is more powerfull. still good tough
jesperfred 1 year ago
Gorgeous girl at the beginning!
flexitarian 1 year ago 2
Anybody catch the name of the conga player? Man's rocking!
paldam101 1 year ago
@paldam101 - Luis Stenfanell
shardennefroider 1 year ago
@shardennefroider - actually "Stefanell" - apologies!
shardennefroider 1 year ago
@shardennefroider - Thanks a lot for the info. I wonder if he is the same guy that is playing pan flute and conga in Atlanta
paldam101 1 year ago
This song gives me a golden feeling, and really hushes me down when I feel sad. Thank you Mr. Mayfield. Rest in peace.
funkednoodle 1 year ago
nice song
MrCuencanocriticon 1 year ago
the original is so much more powerful than this one, but its all GOOOOOD! :D
HARLZx21 1 year ago 2
just awesome
i wish there was more artist like them
wish 80's come back man
lemonztre 1 year ago
Only one word!!!Magic!!!!
1971VINTAGE 1 year ago
wow, his voice was amazing till the end!! it's not easy to sing those notes especially as you get older. but curtis mayfield was not like the rest of us.. what a legend.
diamantina101 1 year ago
why wasn't i there?
waytoohappy1 1 year ago
♪♪♪ simply amazing!
smoothJAZZCRUSADER 1 year ago
the guy on the bongos is a maniac.
BerryJoy 1 year ago
Conga player is GREAT!
theatlantisrise 1 year ago
Curtis was perfect.
theatlantisrise 1 year ago 2
this is my shit!!!
javierlop3z 1 year ago
this is great when stoned or nicely drunk or on a sunny morning!
lara2 1 year ago
musically perfect. not a single bad piece from him
munky926 1 year ago
This is THE SHIT !!!
Gaatjeniksaan187 1 year ago
incredible !
Korbeldalde 1 year ago
I don't understand how people can listen to this sittin down......Movin On Up... Out Yo Seat!
Ratseno 1 year ago
They were in trance!
StargateAmsterdam 1 year ago
best.......
baddly58 1 year ago
verry best.........
baddly58 1 year ago
very good!
tommyreptga 1 year ago 2
no it's not james jamerson.
DongCoryell 1 year ago
is that james jamerson on bass?
funkyinsomniac 1 year ago
is that james jamerson on bass?
funkyinsomniac 1 year ago
Another timeless classic that never gets old to me. Thanks for sharing.
FordTruckClubTV 1 year ago
I miss this man.
immensly
boitapower 1 year ago
you can tell this is earlier, less political Mayfield. There is no blacks in the crowd. As he became more popular in music, he realized it was also a time for him to voice for his people changin his lyrical content from just uplifting spirits but by pick up spirits too
sudam666 1 year ago
@sudam666 I think some of his best and most political songs- We're a Winner, Keep on Pushing, We're Rollin On etc were written before this
JohnAB47 1 year ago
whata fuckin song, if only mo niggas made music like this
sudam666 1 year ago
damb his voice has not changed thats sweet
darintaylor79 1 year ago 2
@darintaylor79 Rednecks also should make music like this!lol
jamojiz 1 year ago
he's great!
oehmes999 1 year ago
"Look no further its here"!!!
briargo 1 year ago
blast from the past and a refreshing fresh breath of epicness
Love It
diack8 1 year ago 2
Curtis was one of the greatest soul artists of all time......Very underated as far as the impact he had on other artists.Everybody from Jeff Beck to Toots and The Maytalls covered Curtis. Soul Power Baby!!
shootoutattheff 1 year ago