The kids have a singer who can’t sing, a guitar as a prop as she can’t play it, dresses in skimpy clothes and has dancers?,, oh and flashing lighting to take there mind off the total lack of talent that stands before them AND OF COURSE AUTOTUNE,,,,,,, and Ray, well just none of that just great talent which the music business will probably never surpass.
I envy you, you have had the blessing of listening to Charles while he walked on this earth. You probably went to his concerts and all I have is TH-cam. You have lived through many iconic moments and we can only read about it in books or watch on TH-cam. You are so lucky!
Tomas. You are 100% correct. And, do you realize that some of the greatest artists in music history, turned the lyrics of others into critically acclaimed masterpieces. Do you understand that? Because millions of low IQ weak minded sheep don't. Ella Fitzgerald, Ray charles, Frank Sinatra and elvis presley are the greatest artists in music history because they did the most difficult thing in music. Turning the lyrics of another writer into a critically acclaimed masterpiece. THAT is true artistry and genius. If anyone doesn't understand what I just said, you need serious education.
God bless him grew up on him. It was hard going blind, but he is the best. And I forgive his down falls. He was a troubled man, but look how he went on and made something of his self. He didn't sit down and feel sorry for his self. I admire him thru the struggles he had growing up.❤❤❤❤
I’m here 72 yo and I’m gonna say it 72yo male 😁. And Ray is the man ! saw him many years ago in a small casual setting on Long Island . What a summer night and a great memories. Thanks Ray
@David Hott It’s now the 3rd of January 2023, and I’m listening to Ray, AGAIN! This has been the “Song of my night.” I’ve listened to others sing this, but always come back to the BEST, Ray. I’ve listened to this man since I was about 5; now 66. My Aunt Glenna LOVED RAY, so I started listening to him at a very early age. I’ve LOVED HIM for at least 60 Years! No one will ever surpass Ray in this genre. Happy New Year!
I was surprised to learn this was not a Ray Charles original. Kudos to Leon Russell. He sure knew the theory and practice of songwriting better than most.
@@jillsmcfarland2001 No. Leon wrote great lyrics. But Ray charles turned those lyrics into a critically acclaimed masterpiece. Ray charles, Frank Sinatra, Elvis presley, and Ella Fitzgerald are part of an elite class of artists who turned the words of another writer into critically acclaimed masterpieces Time and time again.
Ray charles Ella Fitzgerald, frank Sinatra and elvis presley are immortals. They are part of an elite class of artists who turned the words of another writer into critically acclaimed masterpieces time and time again.
Ray charles Ella Fitzgerald, frank Sinatra and elvis presley are part of an elite class of artists who turned the words of another writer into critically acclaimed masterpieces time and time again. Anyone who doesn't understand this reality, needs serious education.
Conhecia ele já mas nunca parei pra escutar as músicas dele, fui começar a ouvir recentemente, um erro do caramba, além de cantar bem pra caramba e tocar absurdamente bem ele tem uns covers perfeitos que chega a parecer que as músicas foram compostas por ele. F Ray
"I've spent my life in stages, with 10,000 people watching me. But we're alone now, I'm singing my song for you" Man that line hits hard, and you can tell he's got someone or something very particular on his mind when he sings it. There's just nobody like Ray.... nobody.
How lucky we are to see this live performance. Ray has grey hair but proves himself as one of the greatest vocalists of all time. In fact he is one who sounds as good live as he does recorded! What I find comprehendible about Ray, and the other greats, is how he can accurately keep in time when he wants to but his best is to stray from the time. Keep in time and express otherwise; that's blues. Ray is the blues and soul great!
That performance was great and few singers can keep their voices after 60 or 70 years. However, we have same performance in Arab culture and this is rarely happened even at this time .
One of the biggest regrets in my life is that I had a chance to go see Ray Charles for free and didn't go because I just figured I would catch him later because I was going to be busy that weekend. What a natural talent and national treasure he was.
Ray , Ray rest in peace. I wish you were still with us.but your music will play on . Nice legacy. I know now your enjoying all of the colors of the rainbow. Thank you! Thank you! Bravo
“I spent my life in stages with 10k ppl watching me”🙏🏽When Ray puts his hands on his cheeks, it shows how pure and soulful he is. It brings me to tears. His voice just says it all for this song. I truly believe he is singing this song for me. Thank you Ray Charles for inspiring me as a musician and to never stop performing
He is blind. It was irony with the lyrics...10k people watchin me- he cant see them back.. And Donny Hathaway died in 79 after a studio session with Roberta Flack. Someone skillfully removed the safety glass in his room and killed him. Very doubtful he did that by himself. Donny was silenced.
This song it's a Donny's Hattaway song, who died when he had only 33 years Old in 1979, this brilliant musician sing with Aretha Franklin and Roberta Flack in the 70's, this pianoman have an indtrumental theme "the gueto" very well music. Just find him and his short but important production of many songs like "were is the love".
Donny Hathaway and Whitney Houston also did a good job of this too. I love all 3 of them when it comes to singing this song right here, mannnn!! Gives me goosebumps. Pull up the one with Whitney singing it live.
When I see a thumbs down because someone didn't like this song my brain can not process that way of thinking. How in the world could anyone hear this song and have a negative comment?
April 18th, 2024 I sooooo much needed to this today; I'll see you when you get here Brother 😘 I haven't physically seen my brother in over 25 yrs and he's coming down to see me ; this blessing that I'm receiving shows me that my Higher Power is Awesome and knows no time like the present and Ploop there's your miracle.
I envy you bro. I never got a chance to see Ray play live. I'm in my 50s and I really should have jumped at the chance to see him. Thank God his music will be around forever.
Man, I love Ray! "The gift that just kee😂on giving.." (And that mood he's in, like a little, tickled, kid is priceless! It was said that he was at his best like that.) A pro, thru and thru.
Let me explain something. The greatest artists in music history, turned the words of another, into critically acclaimed masterpieces. That's exactly what Ray is doing here and on other classics. The most difficult thing in music, is the ability to turn another's words into critically acclaimed masterpieces. Ella Fitzgerald, Ray charles, Frank Sinatra and elvis presley did just that on numerous occasions. They are iconic artists. The best of the best. Anyone who doesn't understand this, needs serious education.
This reflects the human condition, human relationships. We mess up. We struggle with our own demons. And if we are lucky, we see through our own pain and learn how to love in a pure, vulnerable and precious way❤
Beautifully put Cheryl. Surprisingly I was prompted to listen to this beautiful work tonight and came across your review. You must be on the same page as Ray as this song and your review strike the same response in me. I've had a very hard day and now I feel it's worth the struggle. Thankyou to you both .
for me Ray Charles , Cab Calloway , Frank Sinatra and Dean Martin was maybe my best singers I ever heard . I love maybe all of they songs. (found Ray Charles because movie Blues Brothers , since then I started love jazz and electro swing . its soo great to relaxing , while driving or to reading . )
Thank you for sharing your gift with the world …..I am blessed to have grew up listening to you … As a child because of my mother and other relatives…As an adult I still love hearing your voice and even more when you are playing the piano
Almost 50 years since Leon Russel wrote this fabulous song.
I like donny Hathaways version
Ray Charles singing the best of Leon Russell. Nothing could be better.
This generation needs to discover Ray…….he’s just an American icon.
World icon
Absolutely!!!!!!!!
The kids have a singer who can’t sing, a guitar as a prop as she can’t play it, dresses in skimpy clothes and has dancers?,, oh and flashing lighting to take there mind off the total lack of talent that stands before them AND OF COURSE AUTOTUNE,,,,,,, and Ray, well just none of that just great talent which the music business will probably never surpass.
Tiene otro estilo pero igual es muy bueno.
A true talent, marvelous man ❤
Amazes me how many times he takes his hands off the keyboard and then goes right back perfectly w/o seeing them.
I like So much His Voice!
Beautiful ……..Song For You!❤
My name is Bubba I'm 74 years old I love Ray Charles all my life
Yeah, me, too. Since I was six.
I envy you, you have had the blessing of listening to Charles while he walked on this earth. You probably went to his concerts and all I have is TH-cam. You have lived through many iconic moments and we can only read about it in books or watch on TH-cam. You are so lucky!
Good job Bubba
How about Donny Hathaway?
2024 still I can’t move on away from Ray Charles
@@asharamadhani8668 You don’t need too, nothing will better him, it’s all downhill from now.
What a life!
He could fill a room with soul. I was lucky enough to see him several times ..the man glowed.
What a legend. This is not just music, this is art. He was a real artist.
Music is art!!!
so true
Weirdly while I was going to class I was literally thinking of what you just wrote
Amen to that!
Tomas.
You are 100% correct.
And, do you realize that some of the greatest artists in music history, turned the lyrics of others into critically acclaimed masterpieces.
Do you understand that?
Because millions of low IQ weak minded sheep don't.
Ella Fitzgerald, Ray charles, Frank Sinatra and elvis presley are the greatest artists in music history because they did the most difficult thing in music. Turning the lyrics of another writer into a critically acclaimed masterpiece. THAT is true artistry and genius.
If anyone doesn't understand what I just said, you need serious education.
God bless him grew up on him. It was hard going blind, but he is the best. And I forgive his down falls. He was a troubled man, but look how he went on and made something of his self. He didn't sit down and feel sorry for his self. I admire him thru the struggles he had growing up.❤❤❤❤
Thank you Cosmos, for Ray Charles and Leon Russell. From all of us strangers in a strange land.
It's 2023, and still gets my heart stirred by Ray's voice in a very haunted way. Your music lives in so many people's hearts and memories. Ray, RIP ❤
Mundialmente ❤(Sou do Brasil)
eu aqui em 2024
Don't forget Leon Russell.
I Love Ray Charles! and he does a nice rendition of Leon's Russell masterpiece. RIP Ray, we miss you!
We love you Ray forever ❤
I’m here 72 yo and I’m gonna say it 72yo male 😁. And Ray is the man ! saw him many years ago in a small casual setting on Long Island .
What a summer night and a great memories. Thanks Ray
Wow you are so lucky to have met with this legend
I miss him. Remember how he beautifully coloured "We are the world"
It's 2022 . I'm still loving Ray. I'm age 64 , I've loved him since I was a small child.
He's playing in time for eternity
I'm 32 (damn half your age) and he's been an inspiration since I can remember starting to play the piano at 12.
Me I remember when I was a little boy my mom would listen to Mr Ray Charles.
I'm right there with you. Been listening to Ray since the early 60's.
@David Hott It’s now the 3rd of January 2023, and I’m listening to Ray, AGAIN! This has been the “Song of my night.” I’ve listened to others sing this, but always come back to the BEST, Ray. I’ve listened to this man since I was about 5; now 66. My Aunt Glenna LOVED RAY, so I started listening to him at a very early age. I’ve LOVED HIM for at least 60 Years! No one will ever surpass Ray in this genre. Happy New Year!
What a combination.. Ray Charles doing a Leon Russell song. Thank you Ray
I was surprised to learn this was not a Ray Charles original.
Kudos to Leon Russell. He sure knew the theory and practice of songwriting better than most.
Donnie Hathaway's version Ain't No Joke either.
If you haven't yet, check out some leon. You won't be worry.
Love Leon. He had some hard times and was underappreciated.
Also "This Masquerade" made popular by Karen Carpenter & George Benson was his
I think is Donny Hattaway
Up there with arguably the greatest ever to have done what he did.R.I.P Ray.
I’ll be here forever, as long as this is in my living heart,soul and mind🙏🏽✊🏾👍🏾❤️👴🏽👋🏽♥️
I'm 22 from Italy. I envy whoever had the chance to hear Ray live. What a Legend
I’ve listened to Ray Charles my whole life. Love his music and him singing Leon Russell’s song is the best!!
We were alone and I kept singing my song❤💔🎤🎶🎹
RAY BRO, STILL IN 2022 RIP❤ AND VERY THANKS
Ray may not be immortal... But his songs and his renditions will live forever... Thank You Ray :)
The song belongs to donny Hathaway
But leon saw it all.
Ray lives for eternity.in a place. No time or space.
@@jillsmcfarland2001
No.
Leon wrote great lyrics. But Ray charles turned those lyrics into a critically acclaimed masterpiece.
Ray charles, Frank Sinatra, Elvis presley, and Ella Fitzgerald are part of an elite class of artists who turned the words of another writer into critically acclaimed masterpieces Time and time again.
Ray charles Ella Fitzgerald, frank Sinatra and elvis presley are immortals.
They are part of an elite class of artists who turned the words of another writer into critically acclaimed masterpieces time and time again.
Thank Leon Russel for this beautiful song. RIP Leon.
He writes the lyrics. But Ray turned it into a masterpiece.
Leon wrote it. But Leon's recording falls short of Ray's masterpiece.
Learn that.
@@bradhuskers still give credit to my man russel. he was so underrated. :C
@bradhuskers damn.arrogant.these are both great versions and don't forget Donnie Hathaway. LearnTHAT!
2024 and still loving the one and only Mr. Ray Charles.
Não existe nada nem cantor igual! Um escândalo de beleza!...❤
August 2024 and I will never stop listening 😂😂
Been here since Rays begining Seattle back in the day before the whole world discovered the smooth sounds of Rays voice fill a room. ❤
OCTOBER 2, 2023 @ 11:57 pm.. STILL LISTENING TO IT …THIS WILL FOREVER BE A TIMELESS CLASSIC PERFORMANCE… I WILL FOREVER LOVE THIS …
Yesss, I am! From Romania, on Sept. 22, 2024!😊
Thank you Ray and Leon ❤
Soul, happiness and radiance with the music in honesty. The expression personified.
Ray Charles was a great pioneer. RIP Legend (1930-2004).
Leon Russel wrote this beautiful song, but no one sings it like Ray.
The Carpenters.....close 2nd
only donny hathaway sang it better than everybody
Donny
Ecoute aussi la version de Donny hathaway.
Doranda Colbert This version of Ray's is great, but Karen Carpenter's is the best.
some artists just existed, Ray Charles lived.
and still alive and well in the hearts of many....
@@onemorew Does anyone share that memory with me when he was playing live in concert in August 1997 on Long Island?
Ray charles Ella Fitzgerald, frank Sinatra and elvis presley are part of an elite class of artists who turned the words of another writer into critically acclaimed masterpieces time and time again.
Anyone who doesn't understand this reality, needs serious education.
When I listen to these artists. You realise there's no artists present to express emotions through music than artists such as ray Charles and Co. X
It's 2021 and I still get goosebumps. This guy's light will never go out, I dare say, that no one will be able to overcome this legend
Agree
Everything is said there, and so well said !
Yes the hairs stand up on my body when he his amazing voice that's the truth
Conhecia ele já mas nunca parei pra escutar as músicas dele, fui começar a ouvir recentemente, um erro do caramba, além de cantar bem pra caramba e tocar absurdamente bem ele tem uns covers perfeitos que chega a parecer que as músicas foram compostas por ele. F Ray
Amen. Brilliantly stated.
"I've spent my life in stages, with 10,000 people watching me. But we're alone now, I'm singing my song for you" Man that line hits hard, and you can tell he's got someone or something very particular on his mind when he sings it. There's just nobody like Ray.... nobody.
Ray you were the greatest my favorite artist of all times
May Allah all mighty bestow peace & mercy on your soul my friend
Yeah… his friend willie
❤ this song is pure poetry. Great Kiwi band
How lucky we are to see this live performance. Ray has grey hair but proves himself as one of the greatest vocalists of all time. In fact he is one who sounds as good live as he does recorded! What I find comprehendible about Ray, and the other greats, is how he can accurately keep in time when he wants to but his best is to stray from the time. Keep in time and express otherwise; that's blues. Ray is the blues and soul great!
That performance was great and few singers can keep their voices after 60 or 70 years. However, we have same performance in Arab culture and this is rarely happened even at this time .
credit to charles.........leon and his song lives on
Господи какие были Люди!!!❤❤❤
.,.." я позабочусь о тебе...😢❤❤❤
Благодарю за Божественную музыку
Есть ли кто - нить в 2024 году июль, Будь счастлив!❤
Siiii❤
🕊❤️🎶
Присоединяюсь с огромным удовольствием . Если бы все слушали такую музыку, а не ерунду всякую, то и мысли были бы другие.
I don't understand one word of this word and I listen to this young man sing it so beautifully on repeat!
One of the biggest regrets in my life is that I had a chance to go see Ray Charles for free and didn't go because I just figured I would catch him later because I was going to be busy that weekend. What a natural talent and national treasure he was.
@@simonsayla6267 I would say to everybody that your lifetime wasn’t complete until you stepped into a place where the great man was performing.
Ray , Ray rest in peace. I wish you were still with us.but your music will play on . Nice legacy. I know now your enjoying all of the colors of the rainbow. Thank you! Thank you! Bravo
Ray is a true exceptional artist that only comes along once every thousand years. Thank you Ray for the wonderful music
god this brought me to tears😢
“I spent my life in stages with 10k ppl watching me”🙏🏽When Ray puts his hands on his cheeks, it shows how pure and soulful he is. It brings me to tears. His voice just says it all for this song. I truly believe he is singing this song for me. Thank you Ray Charles for inspiring me as a musician and to never stop performing
I think Ray is touched by the song and Donny's memory. Donny Hathaway passed away in 1997 when this was recorded.
@@d.g.s.4121 Leon Russell wrote this...Ray sings it better than anyone ever will.
@@doreendiggins620 No to diminish the late, great Ray Charles, but I also liked the Temptations version.
He is blind. It was irony with the lyrics...10k people watchin me- he cant see them back.. And Donny Hathaway died in 79 after a studio session with Roberta Flack. Someone skillfully removed the safety glass in his room and killed him. Very doubtful he did that by himself. Donny was silenced.
This song it's a Donny's Hattaway song, who died when he had only 33 years Old in 1979, this brilliant musician sing with Aretha Franklin and Roberta Flack in the 70's, this pianoman have an indtrumental theme "the gueto" very well music. Just find him and his short but important production of many songs like "were is the love".
What a treasure of the human race.
2022 and it's still a banger. This will be one of those timeless songs that will never get old.
Ray Charles is a national treasure!
Mundial❤
No one alive today that can hold a candle to Ray. This song is so tragically beautiful
Hes the greatest for these song
Such a great, incredible great artist. Wherever you are, thank you Ray for blessing our world with your voice.
In my opinion one of the best guitarist ever!!
Linda e significativa música para mim. Interpretação excepcional do amado e querido Ray Charles.
Parabéns ao autor pela bela inspiração ❤👏👏👏❤️❤️🎶🎶🎶
This is gold. It will never get old.
Inesquecível
NO ONE could ever sing this love ballad better than Ray .
Pure platinum gold. 💯💎💯💛
Ummm Donny Hathaway
Ray, Donny, and Leon...all 3 are up there!
Donny....
Donny and Ray....both amazing...both 100% perfect...and hey Leon wrote it...all 3 were Gifts for our Souls
Donny Hathaway and Whitney Houston also did a good job of this too. I love all 3 of them when it comes to singing this song right here, mannnn!! Gives me goosebumps. Pull up the one with Whitney singing it live.
Love it! Discovered Ray Charles a few year ago and it's really one of the best things to ever happen to my ears and soul!
Growing up in the Midwest, in the 60’s, I remember my racist hillbilly dad telling me how good Ray Charles was. Yes, he was.
He is his own conductor as well as conducting the Orchestra by his movement! ❤ 😮
Since I was 15 years old ,he's been my go to in music. A huge amount of emotion and soul.
Snohomish wa, here 17 years later😂❣️❣️ love them both!!! They are spinning in my yard❣️😂❣️🌹👍👌👍
When I see a thumbs down because someone didn't like this song my brain can not process that way of thinking. How in the world could anyone hear this song and have a negative comment?
Pushed the wrong button
Ray Charles, thanks for giving this masterpiece justice!!!
R I P. Ray Charles and Leon Russell ❤
I am here in 2024 - almost at the midnight hour - listening and enjoying this genius from the beautiful, tranquil Islands of The Bahamas 🏝️🌅🏖️🇧🇸
Hope you survived the Hurricane... 8/17/24
@@earlinefitzgerald3350 thank you - with God's help we will. Peace, love and blessings from the beautiful, tranquil Islands of The Bahamas 🏝️🌅🏖️🇧🇸
Lovely song
2023 and this LEGENDARY
I've watched him play the piano for years but I'm really watching him for the first time and what an eccentric and masterful player.
even members of the band are crying, what a pleasure it must have been to have played alongside Ray
tears of joy
Where do you see band members crying, kuz I only see people wiping sweat from their face...
BRAVO 🎶 ❤️ Ray Charles AWESOMSAUCE
I’ve only just found ray charles and damn he doesn’t disappoint
❤❤❤❤ incrível! Magnífica!
April 18th, 2024
I sooooo much needed to this today; I'll see you when you get here Brother 😘
I haven't physically seen my brother in over 25 yrs and he's coming down to see me ; this blessing that I'm receiving shows me that my Higher Power is Awesome and knows no time like the present and Ploop there's your miracle.
This voice is incredible, oh my god ❤
Ray Charles singing Leon Russell's song! I am blessed to have lived in a time when titans like these performed for the people!
This man beautiful voice the soul is unbelievable
I cried my eyes out on the day he passed. My dad looked like him so double reminder. Love the whole of his music gold and diamond to my ears
You will never know Ray how I miss you
Enjoying Oom'Ray☀️
I am so glad I jumped on every chance I got to see Ray Charles perform live. He was the real deal.
I envy you bro. I never got a chance to see Ray play live. I'm in my 50s and I really should have jumped at the chance to see him. Thank God his music will be around forever.
Man, I love Ray! "The gift that just kee😂on giving.." (And that mood he's in, like a little, tickled, kid is priceless! It was said that he was at his best like that.) A pro, thru and thru.
Love the piano solo, just great playing and amazing vocals. Wish I could have attended one of these shows.
I'm still listening BROTHER RAY WEDNESDAY 27TH. 2024. RIP MY BELOVED BROTHER .YOUR BEST FRIEND HAS JOINED YOU QUINCEY JONES. REST WELL MY BROTHERS😢❤❤.
This was beautifully amazing!! Ray sang the heck out of this!!
I Love this song, it has a special place in my heart❤. Can I ask you a question please?
It don’t get no better than this!
Let me explain something.
The greatest artists in music history, turned the words of another, into critically acclaimed masterpieces.
That's exactly what Ray is doing here and on other classics.
The most difficult thing in music, is the ability to turn another's words into critically acclaimed masterpieces.
Ella Fitzgerald, Ray charles, Frank Sinatra and elvis presley did just that on numerous occasions.
They are iconic artists. The best of the best.
Anyone who doesn't understand this, needs serious education.
I totally agree with you 🥺
This reflects the human condition, human relationships. We mess up. We struggle with our own demons. And if we are lucky, we see through our own pain and learn how to love in a pure, vulnerable and precious way❤
Beautifully put Cheryl. Surprisingly I was prompted to listen to this beautiful work tonight and came across your review. You must be on the same page as Ray as this song and your review strike the same response in me. I've had a very hard day and now I feel it's worth the struggle. Thankyou to you both .
What a legend.. ❤ from Türkiye
It's true. Ray never sang. He just spoke how he felt. Legend.
Wonderful song !! Ray, you is eternal !!
One of the most gifted singer of all times!!!!!! Love you Ray Charles
for me Ray Charles , Cab Calloway , Frank Sinatra and Dean Martin was maybe my best singers I ever heard . I love maybe all of they songs. (found Ray Charles because movie Blues Brothers , since then I started love jazz and electro swing . its soo great to relaxing , while driving or to reading . )
You will always be in my heart ray as long as I'm still alive ...Leon if it wasn't because of you I wouldn't have known this song...
I miss your performances, Ray...
Thank you for sharing your gift with the world …..I am blessed to have grew up listening to you … As a child because of my mother and other relatives…As an adult I still love hearing your voice and even more when you are playing the piano
Hi,how are you doing?
@Hello there, how are you doing this blessed day?
Yes, yes go on forever in our true hearts,souls and minds.....you will live forever ♥️♥️♥️👴🏽✊🏾🙏🏽
Como que alguém que não encherga desde criança se transforma no maior músico da história só pode ser coisa de Deus mesmo obrigado Rey!!!!!
É sim coisa de DEUS, O SENHOR é perfeito em tudo que planifica.
Porque música se faz, sobretudo, com os ouvidos.
É um eterno apaixonado Rei Carlos igual a José Carlos amor no ponto mais alto Love loveme
Lovme