WOW its hard to believe this is the same crowd that was there when they sang MacArthurs Park they were lifeless in the beginning but they sure came alive at this point in the show only LEVI OBIE LAWERENCE and DUKE can do that to an audience
levis voice got better as he got older and he was a better performer as he got older cause he owned the stage and dominted thewholeshowas usual= hewas thebestin the world.
Another one of the greatest groups that came out of that era, back when music was real music and soulful. Levi Stubbs and the Four Tops were definetely a hard act to follow.
I love each and every one of these men. Not only could they sing and dance, but were/are individually some of the most classiest men around. Levi had the best voice around. Not a single line up change until Lawrence passed. Only Duke is left and he is still rocking. RIP Lawrence, Obie and Levi. You will always be loved!
As a 34 year old man not old enough to have experienced a lot of Motown artists in their younger years, I am sooooooooooooooo honored to see this. To whoever put this up, thank you. I got a lil' piece of edutainment this morning and will indulge in some more.
WHAT a VOICE! And look how happy they are making the audience ...
It's the 50th anniversary of Motown this year ... it's worth reflecting one of the greatest talents to come out of Detroit. Long live Levi Stubbs, one of the best singers of all time, let alone of Motown.
The enterteiners nowadays are a bunch of clowns, nothing like the four tops. Even in their old age the can take any band to school. Long live the four tops!!!
You are right about that Amen! Look at Levi .... man, ain't he fantastic. Btw we'd just went to the Four Tops concert in Flint and we had a great time. Listen to their songs ..... the lyrics are so meaningful and romantic.
FOUR TOPS FANS... TAKE A LISTEN !!! MOTOWN is FINALLY ISSUING THE 4 TOPS "DEFINITIVE DVD" -22 VINTAGE VIDEO PERFORMANCES....COMING TO STORES NOV 11TH !!! ALSO STILL AVAILABLE...MOTOWN DEFINITIVE DVD'S on THE MIRACLES, THE TEMPTATIONS, THE SUPREMES, AND MARVIN GAYE .
I too was one of those white girls that Levi introduced to soul and it has been such a part of my life. I feel so sad today for the loss not only to his family but for all of us who truly loved him. I was fortunate enough to see him everytime they came to MO and I can only say there were none better than Levi Stubbs. He is now finally at peace and singing with the angels and oh what a sound that must be. We will miss you. RIP you will never be forgotten.
Levi, thanks for introducing a lil' white girl growing up in MA back in the mid-60's to soul. I saw the Tops twice...fabulous! Your voice dominated the AM waves back in the 60's, and I swear that you and Roy Orbison were among the few singers who could have gone into opera (I still laugh about your part in Little Shop of Horrors!).
Their harmonies were weak in this one, which is strange cause in other songs of the concert they were much stronger......DAH WELL. I like the tune of this version. and Levi still sounds strong. May the Good Lord bless him.
My favourite group of all time, bar none - awesome set of guys. You just don't want these guys to get old, but its something we cant control. I believe Levi probably should have semi-retired before this point - and maybe did a handful of concerts rather than touring. I think this could have been a contributing factor to his failing health, such a strain he would be putting on himself singing in such a high range in his senior years. As they say on ebay A+++++++ Highly reccommend :)
That's your opinion. But I have a surprise for you. You'll find a lot of abilities becoming worse as one gets older. And there's not much you can do about it except live right, i.e. don't abuse your body.
jesus. i love levi. he is up their on my list as one of the best singers ever. why is everyone giving me crap for truthfully saying that his voice was not the voice from back in the 60's.
so does your legs,eyes etc mate but please tell me who can match him still for vocals at this time before his illness took over.if it wasnt for the old soul artists still doing their stuff the younger generation would never have the chance to hear natural voices instead of the commercial brainwashing low key rubbish now slung out to the poor buggers..by the way i dont believe you put your remark meaning ill of levi..take care
WOW its hard to believe this is the same crowd that was there when they sang MacArthurs Park they were lifeless in the beginning but they sure came alive at this point in the show only LEVI OBIE LAWERENCE and DUKE can do that to an audience
missi625 3 weeks ago
are there any dvd's ofthe4tops made after the difinitivecollection- i want something of the topsfrom 1997 and forwad.
charleslytle 8 months ago
@charleslytle not that im aware off! Sorry,
If i find anything i shall let you know
tonedwobble 4 months ago
@charleslytle not that im aware off! Sorry,
If i find anything i shall let you know
tonedwobble 4 months ago
levis voice got better as he got older and he was a better performer as he got older cause he owned the stage and dominted thewholeshowas usual= hewas thebestin the world.
charleslytle 8 months ago
Love this song so much. I have reached out Levi. Many, many times. Did not work sadly.
huzzy33 1 year ago
Levi is my legend of all time. I saw them loads of times and they never disappointed.
This is what I call a SuperGroup. Sadly sadly missed. Can hardly bear to watch the vids to be honest.
otis123redding 1 year ago
Thank you , I love and have alvays love, love ,the Four Tops..
sigrun243 1 year ago
GREAT GREAT GROUP AND SONGS, YOU CAN'T HELP YOURSELF, BUT TO LOVE THEM...
soulwopp 1 year ago
Like the Tramps in disco, when it comes to soul, these guys are Tops!
redwoodjimmy 1 year ago
god, this was an exceptional performer
sggraham 2 years ago
Another one of the greatest groups that came out of that era, back when music was real music and soulful. Levi Stubbs and the Four Tops were definetely a hard act to follow.
tommiexander 2 years ago
thank you for your comments!!
Motown for me is one the best genres of music!! I dont think there never was a bad motown song!
tonedwobble 2 years ago
Amazing...What a treat! This is what music is supposed to sound like.
lizgperry 2 years ago
I love each and every one of these men. Not only could they sing and dance, but were/are individually some of the most classiest men around. Levi had the best voice around. Not a single line up change until Lawrence passed. Only Duke is left and he is still rocking. RIP Lawrence, Obie and Levi. You will always be loved!
stinkerbelleblue 2 years ago
The Greatest Group of all time. Reach Out!!!
FOURTOPS4EVER 2 years ago 2
I can't help myself either...we will never see this great music sung like this again.
bufb 2 years ago 2
one of the greatest groups of all times. so under rated tho
shittypuzzle 2 years ago 2
As a 34 year old man not old enough to have experienced a lot of Motown artists in their younger years, I am sooooooooooooooo honored to see this. To whoever put this up, thank you. I got a lil' piece of edutainment this morning and will indulge in some more.
IsaiahWEJackson 2 years ago
LOVE YOU LEVI!!!!!!!
newfitz06 2 years ago 3
WHAT a VOICE! And look how happy they are making the audience ...
It's the 50th anniversary of Motown this year ... it's worth reflecting one of the greatest talents to come out of Detroit. Long live Levi Stubbs, one of the best singers of all time, let alone of Motown.
annaleighclark 2 years ago 3
YEAH night club dance aigain again 10000000000000 star for four tops the best
palaba2666 2 years ago 2
The enterteiners nowadays are a bunch of clowns, nothing like the four tops. Even in their old age the can take any band to school. Long live the four tops!!!
mumra715 3 years ago 6
You are right about that Amen! Look at Levi .... man, ain't he fantastic. Btw we'd just went to the Four Tops concert in Flint and we had a great time. Listen to their songs ..... the lyrics are so meaningful and romantic.
siewhudson 2 years ago
FOUR TOPS FANS... TAKE A LISTEN !!! MOTOWN is FINALLY ISSUING THE 4 TOPS "DEFINITIVE DVD" -22 VINTAGE VIDEO PERFORMANCES....COMING TO STORES NOV 11TH !!! ALSO STILL AVAILABLE...MOTOWN DEFINITIVE DVD'S on THE MIRACLES, THE TEMPTATIONS, THE SUPREMES, AND MARVIN GAYE .
williamg2552 3 years ago
MINE IS ALREADY ORDERED!!!!YEAHHHHHHHHHH. May Levi Stubbs, Renaldo Benson, and Lawrence Payton Rest in Peace.
T.L. Harris
tlharris 3 years ago
I got mines two days after it came out and I love it!! I'm gonna watch it this weekend. We have to keep their legacy alive.
MUSICENCYLOPEDIA 3 years ago
I too was one of those white girls that Levi introduced to soul and it has been such a part of my life. I feel so sad today for the loss not only to his family but for all of us who truly loved him. I was fortunate enough to see him everytime they came to MO and I can only say there were none better than Levi Stubbs. He is now finally at peace and singing with the angels and oh what a sound that must be. We will miss you. RIP you will never be forgotten.
jrack1234 3 years ago 3
Four Tops were always so classy. Levi had
very powerful vocals. He will be so missed.
God give his family strength and peace
thru his loss. RIP Levi!!!
gottobereal03 3 years ago 2
Levi, thanks for introducing a lil' white girl growing up in MA back in the mid-60's to soul. I saw the Tops twice...fabulous! Your voice dominated the AM waves back in the 60's, and I swear that you and Roy Orbison were among the few singers who could have gone into opera (I still laugh about your part in Little Shop of Horrors!).
nanodelle 3 years ago
Their harmonies were weak in this one, which is strange cause in other songs of the concert they were much stronger......DAH WELL. I like the tune of this version. and Levi still sounds strong. May the Good Lord bless him.
SammyJoeH 3 years ago
My favourite group of all time, bar none - awesome set of guys. You just don't want these guys to get old, but its something we cant control. I believe Levi probably should have semi-retired before this point - and maybe did a handful of concerts rather than touring. I think this could have been a contributing factor to his failing health, such a strain he would be putting on himself singing in such a high range in his senior years. As they say on ebay A+++++++ Highly reccommend :)
edisonfrisk 3 years ago
there getin old but still awsome
shizzlepamizzle 3 years ago
That has to be one of the strongest voices in the history of singing. If he's a little tired from all that singing, so be it. Legendary.
djellee 3 years ago
fantastic
topagent007b 3 years ago
well i still think he rocks!!!
tonedwobble 3 years ago
This comment has received too many negative votes show
u can hear levi's voice getting worse as he got older
krazy14kraz 3 years ago
That's your opinion. But I have a surprise for you. You'll find a lot of abilities becoming worse as one gets older. And there's not much you can do about it except live right, i.e. don't abuse your body.
fferocious 3 years ago
jesus. i love levi. he is up their on my list as one of the best singers ever. why is everyone giving me crap for truthfully saying that his voice was not the voice from back in the 60's.
krazy14kraz 3 years ago
I'm not arguing with you. I only want you to know the voice is just one of your abilities that changes for the worse as you grow older.
fferocious 3 years ago
so does your legs,eyes etc mate but please tell me who can match him still for vocals at this time before his illness took over.if it wasnt for the old soul artists still doing their stuff the younger generation would never have the chance to hear natural voices instead of the commercial brainwashing low key rubbish now slung out to the poor buggers..by the way i dont believe you put your remark meaning ill of levi..take care
mvann5566 3 years ago 4
fantastic, clips
gotta get up and dance
thanks for posting this
pilotpotty 4 years ago