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Rita was the inspiration for Leon Russell's "a song for you" and "delta lady" when she was his girlfriend. She dated Joe Cocker and was married to Kris Kristofferson. She is part Cherokee Nation. She wrote the last instrumental part of Layla that Eric Clapton used even though she was never credited. She is credited with breaking up Crosby, Stills & Nash as she dated Graham Nash while others in group had a crush on her. Several other songs by different artist were inspired by her.
Jamel- Can you react to Emmylou Harris' "Deeper Well" or "All My Tears"? She is such an underrated singer & musician. Her "Trio" album with Dolly Parton & Linda Ronstadt is also fabulous.
She makes me so happy! I have great memories with my mum and my bestie Sharon doing the bump to this. I swear we could bump to a waltz. She’s so beautiful. I love the gentleness of her voice ❤️
One of the best all time duets ever. Kris Kristofferson and Rita Coolidge " Help me make it Through the Night" 1972 They were married at the time and the love shows they had for each other.
Rita was Leon Russell's girl friend and one of the back up singers in MAD DOG AND ENGLISHMEN, this was the band Leon put together for the Joe Cocker tour which you reacted to one of the songs.
Booker T. Jones, of Booker T. & The MGs, was married to Rita's sister for a time. He had developed the instrumental track and lent it to his sister-in-law to apply her vocals. It became her biggest hit.
Great Rita Coolidge song! When I was in my 20's (late '70's) my boyfriend's friend asked him, "what does your girlfriend look like"? He replied "she looks like Rita Coolidge"! Wow, nice complement!
She did it as a cover. In the 70's she married and shared bands and duets with Kris Kristofferson. Booker T Jones was her brother-in-law and sang with his late wife Rita's sister Priscilla. Booker T does some lovely sing on Rita's 70s albums, a fan since 72
I have to admit that I was, and still am, in lust with Rita. This is a hit 10yrs. after Jackie Wilson had the original hit. Jamel, if you haven’t done anything by Jackie Wilson you owe to yourself, and us, to check him out ASAP. Stay safe and stay well. Keep on keeping on, brother. 😎✌🏻🤟🏻🖖🏻🤙🏻
Rita's studio version and Jackie's live version are both excellent. Hard for me to pick which one is best because it depends on my mood. Rita's voice is so rich while Jackie's is more lively and dynamic.
Oh WOW! I remember playing this in the record store I worked in after leaving school in the late 80's I still have it on cassette somewhere.... Must find it!
Great cover of the Jackie Wilson song. Rita has had a really interesting life especially during her early career. Of course, she was married to Kris Kristofferson in the 70s. Leon Russell wrote the song, The Delta Lady, about her. Recently read an article about her and her current partner. She is an alumna of Florida State, and now lives in northern Florida not far from Tallahassee. Love the Midnight Special performances, then and now.
There's lots of good biographical info. Lovely lady who started as a background singer with Leon Russell. . Lovely voice lovely lady., There is an album called "Kris and Rita" with Rita and her husband Kris Kristofferson.
This is incredible. I have totally forgotten about Rita Coolidge even though I loved her music. Thanks for the flashback, Jamel. I totally enjoyed it. Take care and be well.....hoping your entire family is doing well. Peace.
This one brought back a ton of memories, have her albums, she was married to Kris Kristofferson for awhile. I just got a new CD of hers for my sis for her b-day, she's also written a book so multi-talented. And yes, she is of Cherokee heritage from both parents...she's also done some acting. Several other women single singers, Carly Simon, Petula Clark, Judy Collins, Linda Ronstadt, Carole King, Olivia Newton-John, Helen Reddy, Joni Mitchell, Donna Summer and Anne Murray to name a few.
Nice. Rita was part of the scene in the early 70's with Mad Dogs and Englishmen, Eric Clapton et al. Of course, there is no substitute for the Jackie Wilson version of this song!
When I was 10 (fifty-one years ago), this couple moved in, across the street from us, with a playful little cocker spaniel dog ... The neighborhood kids (including yours truly) would toss the puppy's tennis ball and the dog, appropriately named "Joe Cocker," would retrieve the tennis ball, while his humans sat on the front porch and played music an sang ... We found out, later, they were Kris Kristofferson and Rita Coolidge ...
Thomas, if you ever get the chance. Listen to the different versions of A SONG FOR YOU by the temptations, and Donny Hathaway. The temptations version sounds like they're singing about a girl. Whereas, Donnie Hathaway's version sounds like he's singing about JESUS. It's crazy! Its the same song, but just 2 different styles. You were correct, the song was written by Leon Russel, Joe cockers right hand man!
Rita was married to Kris Kristofferson for I believe seven years. They collaborated together on songs as well. She was very significant in the 70s, she put out some good music
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good one! all the reactors seem to be sleeping on etheridge for some reason...her debut is a goldmine, "bring me some water" & "chrome plated heart" come to mind too
The great song Delta Lady by a Leon Russell, is about her. He does incredible version of it during his Homewood special. Also Joe Cocker’s version on The Mad Dogs and Englishmen concert..
listen to rita's version of Cherokee Morning Song with robbie robertson -- there are some live versions out there that are really good and it will give you a taste of native american music
Rita has been a great success in Brazil over the years and her songs have been used as a soundtrack for soap operas that are loved by Brazilians. The most heard singers in Brazil in the years 70, 80 On Brazilian radio the most listened to ar Carly Simon , Rita Coolidge, Donna Summer, Diana Ross, Dionne Warwick, Barbra Streisand, Grace Jones, Karen Carpenter, Olivia Newton-John, Kim Karnes were the absolute queens in the top hits. Linda Ronstadt, Carole King, Joni Mitchell, Chaka Khan, Stevie Nicks, Patti LaBelle, Gladys Knight, Cher, Tina Turner were not well known here in Brazil and Cher and Tina only started to be successful in the nineties and when they started making movies and mega shows. Chrissie Hynde and Debbie Harry only for the most connected to rock. ... Cindy Lauper and Madonna weren't considered high-quality singers. We're All Alone by Rita Coolidge is a song loved in Brazil and even today it plays in some radios and mainly in the regions where the beaches are and the music has been overcoming time and generations and when it is posted on social media it still has thousands of likes... We're All Alone, All Time High, You, Love me Again, Words, I'd rather leave while I'm in love, Your love is liftin' me higher, I Don't Want To Talk About It were the greatest Rita's successes in Brazil.
Jamel this is a good live version but the studio one is super tight, she has many more songs, she did backup vocals with Leon Russel, Joe Cocker and Eric Clapton.
JAMEL Check out Sammy Johns Song CHEVY VAN From 1973, Its one of the best feel good songs I have ever heard. .. The HARMONIES will make you smile BIG Time ... Take care Jamel
She sounded so smooth, and was so good-looking. Several big-name artists wanted to work with her, and she covered several hits. She was alluring and enticing in every way. Next when you react to more of her : th-cam.com/video/OvNdPewuXAQ/w-d-xo.html
Jamel, I know you love to hear the cowbell in music so I think you would love Mel McDaniel ( Baby’s got her blue jeans on ) Thank You For Keeping Great Music Alive!!!! P.S . This is country music !
You have to listen to Carole King!! A singer/ songwriter her album " Tapestry" is one of the best selling albums of all time!! The title track is a good place to start, her lyrics are flawless!!
You ABSOLUTELY MUST do Jackie Wilson’s version of this. It blows this out of the water, goes around and picks up all the blown up pieces, puts them back together and blows them out of the water again.
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She was one of the original "Lady of the Canyon"
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The base line in the studio version is how a base should be played... its great.
Rita was the inspiration for Leon Russell's "a song for you" and "delta lady" when she was his girlfriend. She dated Joe Cocker and was married to Kris Kristofferson. She is part Cherokee Nation. She wrote the last instrumental part of Layla that Eric Clapton used even though she was never credited. She is credited with breaking up Crosby, Stills & Nash as she dated Graham Nash while others in group had a crush on her. Several other songs by different artist were inspired by her.
If you see any of the Joe Cocker Mad Dogs and Englishmen tour videos, she was in his band.
Jamel- Can you react to Emmylou Harris' "Deeper Well" or "All My Tears"? She is such an underrated singer & musician. Her "Trio" album with Dolly Parton & Linda Ronstadt is also fabulous.
She makes me so happy! I have great memories with my mum and my bestie Sharon doing the bump to this. I swear we could bump to a waltz. She’s so beautiful. I love the gentleness of her voice ❤️
All singing her voice is amazing. Love the 70's.
Feel like I'm at a 70's concert watching all these back to back. 💙
Loved her songs ...'I'll be Your Baby Tonight' & 'Who's to Bless and Who's to Blame.' Love her voice. And when she sang with Kris Kristofferson.
One of the best all time duets ever. Kris Kristofferson and Rita Coolidge " Help me make it Through the Night" 1972 They were married at the time and the love shows they had for each other.
There was The Midnight Special and Don Kirschner's Rock Concert to watch late on Saturday nights back in the 70's. So many bands and singers!
Rita was Leon Russell's girl friend and one of the back up singers in MAD DOG AND ENGLISHMEN, this was the band Leon put together for the Joe Cocker tour which you reacted to one of the songs.
I love her singing, I had an album of hers when I was young. Born Under a Bad Sign, Fever, Am I Blue, We're All Alone, so many great ones!
Booker T. Jones, of Booker T. & The MGs, was married to Rita's sister for a time. He had developed the instrumental track and lent it to his sister-in-law to apply her vocals. It became her biggest hit.
Great Rita Coolidge song! When I was in my 20's (late '70's) my boyfriend's friend asked him, "what does your girlfriend look like"? He replied "she looks like Rita Coolidge"! Wow, nice complement!
She did it as a cover. In the 70's she married and shared bands and duets with Kris Kristofferson. Booker T Jones
was her brother-in-law and sang with his late wife Rita's sister Priscilla. Booker T does some lovely sing on Rita's 70s albums, a fan since 72
This was a big hit for Rita Coolidge. Big fan of Rita Coolidge. Thanks for you reaction.
This tune was a monster in the 70's. All the time, everywhere.
I loved this song so much when i first heard it that i asked our church choir director to let me sing it at service. I was 12.
I have to admit that I was, and still am, in lust with Rita. This is a hit 10yrs. after Jackie Wilson had the original hit. Jamel, if you haven’t done anything by Jackie Wilson you owe to yourself, and us, to check him out ASAP. Stay safe and stay well. Keep on keeping on, brother.
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I totally agree with you. Jackie Wilson is awesome and his version should definitely be checked out.
Rita's studio version and Jackie's live version are both excellent. Hard for me to pick which one is best because it depends on my mood. Rita's voice is so rich while Jackie's is more lively and dynamic.
Bring this RC again make it sensational Now👏👏👏❤️🔥
Oh WOW! I remember playing this in the record store I worked in after leaving school in the late 80's
I still have it on cassette somewhere.... Must find it!
Thanks for the reaction, I forgot about her and this song! Isn’t it funny how you can go yrs and not hear a song and still remember all the words? 🥰
Great cover of the Jackie Wilson song. Rita has had a really interesting life especially during her early career. Of course, she was married to Kris Kristofferson in the 70s. Leon Russell wrote the song, The Delta Lady, about her. Recently read an article about her and her current partner. She is an alumna of Florida State, and now lives in northern Florida not far from Tallahassee. Love the Midnight Special performances, then and now.
She’s a member of the country club my son manages and a good friend of my brother in law. She’s a really nice person.
Have mercy! This was all over the airwaves my college sophomore year!! Thanks for a trip back in time!
Takes me back to being a teenager. I remember watching her on the Midnight Special.
There's lots of good biographical info. Lovely lady who started as a background singer with Leon Russell.
. Lovely voice lovely lady., There is an album called "Kris and Rita" with Rita and her husband Kris Kristofferson.
This is incredible. I have totally forgotten about Rita Coolidge even though I loved her music. Thanks for the flashback, Jamel. I totally enjoyed it. Take care and be well.....hoping your entire family is doing well. Peace.
Your joy is infectious. THANK YOU!!!
I haven't heard this in so long. Thanks for bringing this back to my memory.💜
You need to check out her version of the Boz Scaggs song "We're All Alone."
Anything from Silk Degrees would be great to me.
Wasn’t that her biggest hit?
Great song
yep
This one brought back a ton of memories, have her albums, she was married to Kris Kristofferson for awhile. I just got a new CD of hers for my sis for her b-day, she's also written a book so multi-talented. And yes, she is of Cherokee heritage from both parents...she's also done some acting. Several other women single singers, Carly Simon, Petula Clark, Judy Collins, Linda Ronstadt, Carole King, Olivia Newton-John, Helen Reddy, Joni Mitchell, Donna Summer and Anne Murray to name a few.
Nice. Rita was part of the scene in the early 70's with Mad Dogs and Englishmen, Eric Clapton et al. Of course, there is no substitute for the Jackie Wilson version of this song!
You are taking me to the way back machine. I'm a softy for 70s, especially ballads and love songs.
When I was 10 (fifty-one years ago), this couple moved in, across the street from us, with a playful little cocker spaniel dog ... The neighborhood kids (including yours truly) would toss the puppy's tennis ball and the dog, appropriately named "Joe Cocker," would retrieve the tennis ball, while his humans sat on the front porch and played music an sang ...
We found out, later, they were Kris Kristofferson and Rita Coolidge ...
She is absolutely so amazing.
She was a back up singer with the Mad Dogs and Englishmen tour with Joe Cocker and Leon Russell she was also married to Kris Kristofferson
Thanks for this one! That’s one of those great old songs I forgot about. You ARE keeping great music alive.
Check out her "Close the Window, Calm the Light"
I’ve always loved this song 💗
Great singer. Love "We're all alone", one of her best.
I love this one she is Amazing also Love her Cover of The Boz Scaggs Classic We're All Alone!
There was a song written about her called "Delta Lady" sung by Joe Cocker.
Rita made an appearance on the original Star is Born movie as a presenter. Kris and Barbra!
I had her album. I love her voice and this sing.
i remember this was on the radio a lot when i was a kid.
If I remember correctly, she and Leon Russell were an item when she was a backup singer, and I believe he wrote "A Song For You" with her as his muse.
Thomas, if you ever get the chance. Listen to the different versions of A SONG FOR YOU by the temptations, and Donny Hathaway. The temptations version sounds like they're singing about a girl. Whereas, Donnie Hathaway's version sounds like he's singing about JESUS. It's crazy! Its the same song, but just 2 different styles. You were correct, the song was written by Leon Russel, Joe cockers right hand man!
She was involved with Leon Russell and Joe Cocker, but was married to Chris Kristofferson.
Thought it was Kris Kristofferson
She was with Leon Russle and Joe Cocker on the Maddogs and Englishman tours
Rita was married to Kris Kristofferson for I believe seven years. They collaborated together on songs as well. She was very significant in the 70s, she put out some good music
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She also sang "We're All Alone" and "All Time High" from James Bond
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Great song and performance, brings back memories.
Jamal needs to discover Melissa Etheridge, 'Like the way I do', 'I'm the only one'
Her duet with Joss Stone Tribute to Janis 2005 Grammys will make him fall off his chair. Melissa's song "Please Forgive Me" will make you cry.
"Like The Way I Do!!!" DITTO!!
Melissa Etheridge & KD Lang did a duet of "You Can Sleep". It took 3 times of listening to it to actually be able to differentiate their voices. It's Fabulous. th-cam.com/video/vE4nij3AZso/w-d-xo.html
Indeed!
good one! all the reactors seem to be sleeping on etheridge for some reason...her debut is a goldmine, "bring me some water" & "chrome plated heart" come to mind too
One of my karaoke songs. I love Rita Coolidge
The Full Moon album with Rita and Kris Kristofferson is awesome. My favorite songs are “From The Bottle To The Bottom” and “I Heard The Bluebird Sing”
She went back to her Native American roots. She's played with Robbie Robertson and formed the group, Walela. She is Kris Kristofferson's exwife.
I thought they were married. That was driving me nuts trying to remember
LOVED the disk she put out with her sister and niece. something about 'amazing grace' done in cherokee.
@@traciasmith1542 I'll have to look that up. Thank you
Oh, my brother, you have got to listen to this in HQ audio, the studio version. You will fall in love. Rita Coolidge blows this version away.
Yes Jamel, Cher & Karen Carpenter vibes because all 3 are Contralto range voices. Love her voice!
We’re all alone, was another big hit of hers from the 70’s.
I love it when it starts slowly and then KAPOW! Disco after that!
This is one song I def remember as a kid. I loved this song, everything about it; especially that bass. So glad for the reminder.
Beautiful voice and song!
Close the Window, Calm The Light is another great hit of hers.
We're all alone is the name of the song ❤
Because of this song I bought the LP many years ago - still have it.
Jackie Wilson sung it first. But she is good to!! Love the Midnight Specials!! Brings back memories!
I just love love love the old school. I was thinking that looked like Richard Pryor at the exact same time you said it.🤣🤣🤣🤣. Thank you Jamel
Rita was a backup singer for Joe Cocker with The Man Mr. Leon Russel. On Joe's Mad Dogs and Englishmen American tour.
Jackie Wilson has a big and soulful hit with this tune! Do Jackie’s version!
I had this 45. I loveeeeddddd that song when I was a kid.
Rita was also a member of Walela, the Native American trio she founded with her late sister Priscilla and Priscilla’s daughter, Laura Satterfield.
The great song Delta Lady by a Leon Russell, is about her. He does incredible version of it during his Homewood special. Also Joe Cocker’s version on The Mad Dogs and Englishmen concert..
A blast from the past ✌❤❤
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I love her Bond theme All Time High.
She's great! Check out her songs Nice Feelin and Family Full of Soul
All Time High and We're All Alone from her are also great choices
Oh my.. I haven’t heard this song for years.. memories, OH the memories!! Thanks for the great reaction!!
we're all alone is her best. like cher she is Native. and gorgeous
Except Cher is not Native. She just traded on her look and let people think she was native. Her true heritage is, I believe, Armenian.
Jamel, you could have been one of those background dancers. You've got the moves.
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listen to rita's version of Cherokee Morning Song with robbie robertson -- there are some live versions out there that are really good and it will give you a taste of native american music
Love this song
Jamel i get some 70s Vibe Here lol Love your reactions ,, Keep the 70s Coming Released in 1977 I was 17 Jamel REMEMBER This very well
You need to check out Kris Kristofferson “Sunday morning coming down”. One of the best written songs of all time in my opinion.
Kris was one of the best ever, both singing & writing music - a favorite of mine for decades now. I suppose he's about retired now.
Leon Russell wrote "A Song For You" and "Delta Lady" for her.
“Prince Charming, Prince Charming, Rita Collidge nothing to be scared of” 😂🤣😂
Saw James Taylor at Red Rocks in the mid 70's and she was the perfect opening act for him.
Rita Coolidge was on tour with Joe Cocker and he dedicated the song 'Delta Lady' to her.
What a voice she had.
Oh man!! I haven’t heard this in a long time- always loved this song!! ❤️💙👍✌️
She was married to Kris Kristofferson. They hung out a lot with Gordon Lightfoot back in the 70's.
Rita has been a great success in Brazil over the years and her songs have been used as a soundtrack for soap operas that are loved by Brazilians. The most heard singers in Brazil in the years 70, 80 On Brazilian radio the most listened to ar Carly Simon , Rita Coolidge, Donna Summer, Diana Ross, Dionne Warwick, Barbra Streisand, Grace Jones, Karen Carpenter, Olivia Newton-John, Kim Karnes were the absolute queens in the top hits. Linda Ronstadt, Carole King, Joni Mitchell, Chaka Khan, Stevie Nicks, Patti LaBelle, Gladys Knight, Cher, Tina Turner were not well known here in Brazil and Cher and Tina only started to be successful in the nineties and when they started making movies and mega shows. Chrissie Hynde and Debbie Harry only for the most connected to rock. ... Cindy Lauper and Madonna weren't considered high-quality singers. We're All Alone by Rita Coolidge is a song loved in Brazil and even today it plays in some radios and mainly in the regions where the beaches are and the music has been overcoming time and generations and when it is posted on social media it still has thousands of likes... We're All Alone, All Time High, You, Love me Again, Words, I'd rather leave while I'm in love, Your love is liftin' me higher, I Don't Want To Talk About It were the greatest Rita's successes in Brazil.
She also did one of the first (if not THE first) recordings of "Superstar" on "Mad Dogs and Englishmen."
Rita Coolidge was a big part of the Mad Dogs and Englishmen tour with Joe Cocker and Leon Russell plus many more.
Jamel this is a good live version but the studio one is super tight, she has many more songs, she did backup vocals with Leon Russel, Joe Cocker and Eric Clapton.
she was also in the movie "Pat Garrett and Billy the Kid" . Great Sam Peckinpah film with Kris Kristofferson,James Colburn, Bob Dylan and others...
Ah, another song from my childhood. Thanks, Jamel! ❤️
JAMEL Check out Sammy Johns Song CHEVY VAN From 1973, Its one of the best feel good songs I have ever heard. .. The HARMONIES will make you smile BIG Time ... Take care Jamel
Great song and singer!
We love what you're doing Jamel, keep 'em coming. It looks like everyone got it right. That tune was first recorded by Jackie Wilson!
Rita oh boy 💖
She sounded so smooth, and was so good-looking. Several big-name artists wanted to work with her, and she covered several hits. She was alluring and enticing in every way. Next when you react to more of her : th-cam.com/video/OvNdPewuXAQ/w-d-xo.html
I can't believe 2 people don't like this. Great song and even better it's on The Midnght Special!
Original is from Jackie Wilson, he was Mr. Smooth. Another great song from Jackie Wilson is 'I get the sweetest feeling'.
Jamel, I know you love to hear the cowbell in music so I think you would love Mel McDaniel ( Baby’s got her blue jeans on ) Thank You For Keeping Great Music Alive!!!! P.S . This is country music !
You have to listen to Carole King!! A singer/ songwriter her album " Tapestry" is one of the best selling albums of all time!! The title track is a good place to start, her lyrics are flawless!!
Finally somebody found a real rare song!
You ABSOLUTELY MUST do Jackie Wilson’s version of this. It blows this out of the water, goes around and picks up all the blown up pieces, puts them back together and blows them out of the water again.
She also supposedly wrote the Piano Coda to the Eric Clapton song Layla.
Love her “James Bond” song All Time High