I recall in 1983 after returning a kick off for 102 yards. DURING THE OTHER TEAMS HOMECOMING. MY High School Band was playing this song. Straight FIRE!!!!! MIAMI NORTHWESTERN HIGH BULLS)
As a youngster during the 70's, era of EW&F, I certainly was impressed with the positive, advice, and spiritual blessings. The moral compass was set for many of us, because of this dynamic group.
We were so lucky to have some of the best soul music in the 70's. EWF, Commodores, Ohio Players, Ojays, AWB, Graham Central Station, 0:31 Parliament, Kool and the Gang. I could go on and on.
August 2024 .. I still love this song ❤it puts me in the mind of all my loved ones that I love and are no longer here.. this time in music was a wonderful time.. I sure miss it.
Kamase maurice white was nowhere near underrated. He damn near single handedly assembled one of the most successful bands in the history of the industry. His lyrics crossed racial divides and encouraged us to explore spirituality. He totally got his props! 💙
@@sygmoore ,, if he wasn't as nationally/internationally huge as M. Jackson, Elvis, The Beatles or Prince -- and he wasn't, he was underrated. Even the reports of his passing, were Under Reported. It was ridiculous!
I found this album in my sister's collection. It quickly became my favorite. It made me feel connected to God. I'm 57 years old and it is still my favorite album of all time!
Life will teach us things we NEVER can think we can go through.lol that's real shit from a man 56 so Iook for the unexpected in life because i must be on my awardnest all the time. LOL
i know im asking the wrong place but does someone know a trick to log back into an Instagram account?? I somehow lost the password. I would love any tricks you can offer me
How can I say what we as black MAN need THIS message!!! Curtis MR MAYFIELD The whole Album is the Bomb... wisdom in the Message of MUSIC..IJS iknownothing 57 Dupree 😎
All I can say is Musical Genius. Thank u you for your gift of music to the world. U will be truly missed. Rest easy Maurice White. EWF my favorite group.
The old dude that I am, I was 14yrs old when this came out. My favorite song from this album. RIP Charles Stepney and Maurice White. Two geniuses among geniuses of their time.
Earth, Wind & Fire, the name itself speaks of greatness. Everything they created was pure class, and this song was another classic. God bless them and may Maurice White continue to rest in peace.
I saw EWF in 1973 and 1978 at Madison Square Garden. I'll never forget those shows as long as I live! If Steve Harvey thinks he's the "biggest" fan, that's o.k.! He's STILL behind me!(laughing) I played this song EVERY, SINGLE day for 6 years!! After 9-11, I left the DC area and came back to NJ because I couldn't(don't know why) get a new govt. security clearance even though I held a TS/SCI at the C.I.A. And yes, I'm Black! I was out-of-work for 6 years because of it. This song helped me get thru those 6 years and I cannot thank EWF enough for it! They are the BADDEST, MOST INCREDIBLE GROUP of any genre of music in the history of the world!! I tell my school kids on my school bus. They're "beyond" icons!! Thanks to Maurice and the entire band! Greatest band to ever walk the earth!!!
maybe the greatest song by the greatest band ever... Al McKay's rhythm guitar playing on this joint is GODLY ...this is the song that made ME start playing guitar...i wanted to BE Al McKay...still, not a week goes by that i dont plug in and play along with this song at home...
I love this song.... very uplifting... people please listen to the lyrics 🙏. This will give folks the strength that they need here in 2021. To deal with this madness in the world.
This song is not just a tune. It's an AFFIRMATION! "'I'VE BEEN THERE BEFORE - DON'T WANT TO GO NO MORE!" I'm blessed to have seen them perform in 1980 at the Garden and it was one of the best!
Gone but never forgotten. Rest in peace Maurice White. It's been three years since the world of 70's Funk and Soul music lost you. Your legacy still lives on within those who love 70's music.
R.I.P to the soul master of the universe, Mr Maurice White. I've traveled on a musical journey through out my life following their concerts and reaping the rewards of what was known as the most spiritual & righteous funk bands in the universe. Together the combination of EWF and Maurice White captured the hearts and spirits of millions of fans and touched each one of us with love - regardless of race, Creed or color. True Hall of Famers in my book. Thank you for letting us ride with you Maurice !!✌️😎
I love you Maurice and Earth, Wind and Fire. I am elevated to level of extreme inner peace knowing I am never getting rejected by the most high, God. Man can do whatever, but with Him is everlasting love, peace, joy and happiness. Thank God for that. RIP Maurice. I love you baby.
I remember the first time my father played this song on the record player I was two years old and ever since then I fell in love with Earth Wind And Fire’s music.
If this song get our minds and SPRITE, SOUL what can get us down lol this should be our black song to get us OVER anything comes our way because all the shit the white race putting us though and we keeping our heads up please please listen to tbe words.
Greatest band of all time,still 50 years later
💯 Indeed! EVERY EWF song has a groovy melody and soul moving message ❤ RIP Maurice White ❤
FACTS ❤
I recall in 1983 after returning a kick off for 102 yards. DURING THE OTHER TEAMS HOMECOMING. MY High School Band was playing this song. Straight FIRE!!!!! MIAMI NORTHWESTERN HIGH BULLS)
Wow I can definitely hear a band playing the HECK out if this song.
Wow.....2024. Still a great song. Love it.
One of the best groups of all time...... Their will never be another
"EARTH WIND & FIRE". I'm in my 60s, and this group is my era.
*TRUE DAT*ONELOVE*
The Only Ones😂 4:28
One my favorite bands of all time 💯
I been listening to Earth, Wind & Fire since the 80's and I was only in my 20's this music will never get old music back then had a meaning.
Damm skipping I'm in my early 60's. Use sunshine in your ❤
Mr White rest in peace the way him and Mr Philp Bailey worked together and the great band wowed
ALL TIME GREATS GREW UP ON EWF AGE 60
One of the most gifted groups of our time!!!!!!
BET THAT 💯❤️
This one of the most beautiful songs on the planet...Maurice White was a an absolute genius! RIP
HIGH SCHOOL DAYS ❤❤❤
1:09
2:02
2:35
3:21
THIS MUSIC WILL NEVER GET OLD ❤
Im blessed from east,west,north,south globally recognize in jesus name amen 😇😇😇's
Amen!!!!!
Amen! 🙏
GLORY TO GOD!
Another outstanding album released in 1976 that brings back a ton of memories.
Yes indeed. Starting with the album cover itself. Magical. ✨️😊💛
Definitely one of my favorites
To everyone that's listening to this in 2025, I wish you peace, love and good health!!! I pray that you keep your mind from the enemy!!!!
Earth, Wind & Fire is the greatest R&B group EVER! ‘Love Always’ Proverbs 3:5
Not just R and b stop putting labels on their music it's just good music
Good Ole 70,s music.EWF.
Baddest band on God's green earth!!
MAY THE MOST HIGH BLESS MAURICE'S SOUL. THIS SONG WILL LAST 4EVER!!!!
The classic go to song, after a long day
Word
The end when he screams "YEAHH,YEAAAAAAAAH"just unlocks my spirit to another realm.
As a youngster during the 70's, era of EW&F, I certainly was impressed with the positive, advice, and spiritual blessings. The moral compass was set for many of us, because of this dynamic group.
I couldn't agree more!❤
Facts!!
That is SO true. I, too, was blessed to come of age in this unparalleled musical era. There will NEVER be another. ✨️😊💛
We were so lucky to have some of the best soul music in the 70's. EWF, Commodores, Ohio Players, Ojays, AWB, Graham Central Station, 0:31 Parliament, Kool and the Gang. I could go on and on.
Just proves how the 1970's were the greatest times to be ALIVE and experience the 🎵 of that era because it was INDEED THE HIPPEST TRIP IN AMERICA
August 2024 .. I still love this song ❤it puts me in the mind of all my loved ones that I love and are no longer here.. this time in music was a wonderful time.. I sure miss it.
Jamming this in 2024🎵🎶 Thank you Earth Wind & 🔥🔥🔥🔥
Right Nie!🎉
Here on the 21st day of September Still smiling at EWF 50 YEARS later
Maurice White, omg, such an underrated vocalist. Loved his vocals and the kalimba he played. Will never forget you brother.
BEST BARITONE EVER!!!! The combination of Maurice's baritone singing and Philip Bailey's Falsetto . . .WAS A MASTERPIECE!!
Kamase maurice white was nowhere near underrated. He damn near single handedly assembled one of the most successful bands in the history of the industry. His lyrics crossed racial divides and encouraged us to explore spirituality. He totally got his props! 💙
This was my anthem when I down. You can always tell what's going on in your face. Maurice told the truth.
@@sygmoore lol Rt. these kind of comments is what happens when people only know the history that’s taught in school. 😂
@@sygmoore ,, if he wasn't as nationally/internationally huge as M. Jackson, Elvis, The Beatles or Prince -- and he wasn't, he was underrated. Even the reports of his passing, were Under Reported. It was ridiculous!
Earth Wind and Fire are always on my playlist for every gathering I have… every year
This is filling me with the feeling of being loved genuinely with a hug from that person that loves all of YOU. 😢
"Sadness bears no remedy for the problems in your life......."
Godspeed to the leader of the "Elements", Maurice White. Godspeed and rest easy....
Thank u. I needed this song today. Depression is killing me. 😳
RIP Maurice White, thank you for all the beauty you've graced this world with. You raised the vibration here on this earth.
Amen to that
This was my wake up song every morning for about a year! Got me up and going when things were rough!
Indeed 👏👏👏👏👏 Here Here🥂
This wasn't even a single on the billboard charts but the R&B/Soul charts.
That's crazy, because this cut right here is simply ONE of the best EWF has ever made. This world can't change me!!!!!
I never understood that. This song is "Genius" True life that speaks volumes!!!
@@charlottegregory3082 u got that right
Maurice got me through very bad times. RIP.E.W.n F.,Always.
That smooth Cha Cha groove! Love this forever!
Truly the greatest band ever! This was the greatest time of R&B the 70's!
Connected to the universe have the magic keys
EWF,one of the most spiritual non religious groups ever. Delivering the word
One of the baddest jams in the world right there buddy
I found this album in my sister's collection. It quickly became my favorite. It made me feel connected to God. I'm 57 years old and it is still my favorite album of all time!
Life will teach us things we NEVER can think we can go through.lol that's real shit from a man 56 so Iook for the unexpected in life because i must be on my awardnest all the time. LOL
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I somehow lost the password. I would love any tricks you can offer me
@Oscar Bruce Instablaster ;)
@@stevenwells7585 000
Hi Nunes, I'm also 57 and received this album from my brother as a birthday gift. I became an EWF fan.
I Love This Song Has A Powerful Statement Behind It And Spiritual Connotation As Well
100 percent, lifts me up every time!
RIP Maurice White.... Your Music will live forever
I needed this today. Depression is a killer.
HeruOfKemet yes it is
Keep ya head up and the music bumpin!!! Hugs!!
You will never ever lie on this
It's not easy. Fight hard. People love you. It get's better. Trust me.
@@anitadaniels4722 this is my tone of music this is what I like playing music all my life
This is one EWF's most uplifting songs, still relevant after all these years.
Music back then are so revelant here in 2021 EWF was a talented group
Well it’s a love song so it will be always relevant.
@@patriciasmith8756 P z
@@stonedog23 can't be a hide b love
Amen we need these Brothers back again to let today So Called singers hear real music without all the cursing and killing EACHOTHER. ...
“While you run you race, keep a smiling face.”
U can't shake me I think of this song when getting ready to feel low best group ever to me
Could not get enough of the group in the 70’s,still can’t get enough in 2022. Sure pray Maurice is resting with the Lord!!🙏🥰👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾
Actually, in reality, he has risen in power.
Peace, power and beauty always .❤❤❤❤😢❤❤❤
How can I say what we as black MAN need THIS message!!! Curtis MR MAYFIELD The whole Album is the Bomb... wisdom in the Message of MUSIC..IJS iknownothing 57 Dupree 😎
Yes This is still inspiring Feel the joy of positive vibrations inspiration.Thats what's up with high vibrations Life worth Living
60 years old on July 13 an it still sounds good 🙏🏿🙏🏿
Awesome writing…! While you run your race Keep a smiling face 💯
Greetings from Colorado and Right On!
All I can say is Musical Genius. Thank u you for your gift of music to the world. U will be truly missed. Rest easy Maurice White. EWF my favorite group.
If this is rap, this is my kind of rap. Dam, right. With real musician playing .
Omg please bring funk back❤️❤️
Time traveled from 2130, and we’re still playing EWF 🌎 🌬️ 🔥
This might be the most underrated song by the elements of the universe commonly known as earth wind & fire❤
Aw stop it's not underrated why do folks use the word underrated on TH-cam so darn much
One of there greatest hits,this band could get a party started and last all night long.
The world can't take me, won't let it drive me mad …
Just go ride through any hood in north america spreading the frequency of life and unity slapping this classic hella loud ASE ☘️🔊🙌🏾
This is music there is no comparison to the noise that they make today
earth wind and fire, the baddest band in the land. I thank the Lord God Almighty for sharing them with the world. Amen!!!!!!!!!!!
I start to wonder is your life alright. Maurice I ask that every day! You will will forever be a genious in my heart! I start to wonder!
Amen 🙏🏾💪🏾❤️👍🏾
Bad band EVER! HANDS DOWN!
Tell em
Man this song is what the world needs right now and play it on the news
*TRUE DAT*ONELOVE*
So true
How amazing is it to listen to classical rhythm and blues
One of the greatest albums ever!
The old dude that I am, I was 14yrs old when this came out. My favorite song from this album. RIP Charles Stepney and Maurice White. Two geniuses among geniuses of their time.
Right there with you Sir. I appreciate this song more now than i did then...it is so powerful and positive... amen.
Earth, Wind & Fire, the name itself speaks of greatness. Everything they created was pure class, and this song was another classic. God bless them and may Maurice White continue to rest in peace.
Clinton Smith 100% agree there will be never a group as great more innovative or unique as them ever especially in today's music world
Well said, Clinton.
Still sound good I will be listening now and forever
This is music..when you hear that tune and start smiling...u already know it's going to take you down memory lane.❤
Legendary 💕 2024
What a dope ass song!! Musicianship!!
I saw EWF in 1973 and 1978 at Madison Square Garden. I'll never forget those shows as long as I live! If Steve Harvey thinks he's the "biggest" fan, that's o.k.! He's STILL behind me!(laughing)
I played this song EVERY, SINGLE day for 6 years!! After 9-11, I left the DC area and came back to NJ because I couldn't(don't know why) get a new govt. security clearance even though I held a TS/SCI at the C.I.A. And yes, I'm Black! I was out-of-work for 6 years because of it.
This song helped me get thru those 6 years and I cannot thank EWF enough for it! They are the BADDEST, MOST INCREDIBLE GROUP of any genre of music in the history of the world!! I tell my school kids on my school bus. They're "beyond" icons!! Thanks to Maurice and the entire band! Greatest band to ever walk the earth!!!
AIN'T IT FUNNY HOW THE LEGENDARY BAND SHOWS ON OUR FACES, OUR DEEP LOVE AND AFFECTION!
maybe the greatest song by the greatest band ever... Al McKay's rhythm guitar playing on this joint is GODLY ...this is the song that made ME start playing guitar...i wanted to BE Al McKay...still, not a week goes by that i dont plug in and play along with this song at home...
May 2024 ❤
Who's still listening to all this positivity..
Me, and I always will.
I am.some OF MY TEACHERS .💯❤️💪🏿💪🏿💪🏿✊🏿✊🏿🎼🎶🎶🎵🎵🥁🥁🥁
I am and I will never, ever stop. Thank you for this message and the musical genius of the late great Maurice White. #EWF4Life 🌎🌬&🔥
Here I izz😮😅😂
❤@@lonniejackson3031
Such a cool track. Quality act
I love this song.... very uplifting... people please listen to the lyrics 🙏. This will give folks the strength that they need here in 2021. To deal with this madness in the world.
Amen 🙌🏾 🙏🏾 "While you run your race, keep a smiling face 🌝 "
My favorite had the cover on my wall
EARTH WIND & FIRE.
THE ELEMENTS!!!.
STRAIGHT IS THE WAY
Still love 💕 this song today.
It’s ok But my Husband made this song but older
R.I.P. Maurice White you made one of the best group's of all time
Maurice white a living legend. One of the greatest musicians of all times.
Yes YES YES.... Its on your face.lol
He passed away a while back
One of the geniuses Maurice,Prince,Michael Jackson,Stevie,Marvin ,just to name a few
Yes yes yes!!!
This song is not just a tune. It's an AFFIRMATION! "'I'VE BEEN THERE BEFORE - DON'T WANT TO GO NO MORE!" I'm blessed to have seen them perform in 1980 at the Garden and it was one of the best!
Those was the days that music made you feel good
One of the greatest motivational songs!
love this song, makes me feel better, when I'm feeling low
So damn good EW&F was an era of their own making
God Bless
Gone but never forgotten. Rest in peace Maurice White. It's been three years since the world of 70's Funk and Soul music lost you. Your legacy still lives on within those who love 70's music.
Cried like a baby about your passing. Rest easy Maurice!! Your voice sang the soundtrack of my childhood!! ❤ Job well done.
Always and forever 😊
RIP Maurice White & Andrew Woolfolk. You'll BOTH be back on this 🌎 in JEHOVAH'S KINGDOM, THROUGH HIS SON CHRIST JESUS!!!!!!!!! MY FIRST ALBUM!!!!!
Not only are the lyrics the absolute bomb,but the percussion is lethal!
Best Black Music and Groop forever and so Wonderful for My Ears ❤❤❤❤Earth Wind and Fire My Band my Music ❤❤❤
R.I.P to the soul master of the universe, Mr Maurice White. I've traveled on a musical journey through out my life following their concerts and reaping the rewards of what was known as the most spiritual & righteous funk bands in the universe. Together the combination of EWF and Maurice White captured the hearts and spirits of millions of fans and touched each one of us with love - regardless of race, Creed or color. True Hall of Famers in my book. Thank you for letting us ride with you Maurice !!✌️😎
I love you Maurice and Earth, Wind and Fire. I am elevated to level of extreme inner peace knowing I am never getting rejected by the most high, God. Man can do whatever, but with Him is everlasting love, peace, joy and happiness. Thank God for that. RIP Maurice. I love you baby.
Thank you, Mr. Stepney!
I am straight outta tx good Ole days😅
That percussion / rhythm is just so perfect.
My ears are smiling ❤
Wooooooow, the music that I grew up on ❤❤❤
I remember the first time my father played this song on the record player I was two years old and ever since then I fell in love with Earth Wind And Fire’s music.
This was a super band They were like a soundtrack to our lives. So spiritually moving. Makes me think of friends I had then
❤ great band, bass line is beautiful
This is what RAP was originally created for back in the 70's!!! EDUCATION!!!
For real for real
🌏💨&🔥for show always to the end of time
Right On!!
Wow I had no idea. And it's sad seeing how deeply the music scene has fallen into the abyss. It's garbage and evil to the core!
What memories this Jam bring back I was young good looking and my wife and I could go on for hours. We are still together thank God.
My favorite group! Saw them in concert many times never disappointed
Don’t forget the rest of the band Phillip he’s great just as Mr White he still carry that note
These Brothers were on a whole differnt level they could not be Touch during their Time just Dope. Big ups Rest Mr white Job well Done
If this song get our minds and SPRITE, SOUL what can get us down lol this should be our black song to get us OVER anything comes our way because all the shit the white race putting us though and we keeping our heads up please please listen to tbe words.
Through their music is where I really learned there was a higher power
this is just incredible this whole album is just outstanding. But this may be the most uplifting and positive song ive ever heard.
🙏
I totally agree