THE UNIFICS COURT OF LOVE

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  • @deborahkirkpatrick5149
    @deborahkirkpatrick5149 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +39

    Real music , real voices, real instruments. Better R&B, better times 55 years ago. ❤

  • @jessegibson7734
    @jessegibson7734 ปีที่แล้ว +18

    Man their choreography is just as soulful as Al Johnson’s voice I love it 🥰

    • @jerrylattimore9232
      @jerrylattimore9232 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      DAMN,THOSE BOYS ARE VICIOUS. THEY RIVAL THE TEMPTATIONS MOVES. POWER. ✌

  • @fredicagoillanoise1309
    @fredicagoillanoise1309 4 ปีที่แล้ว +54

    Beautifully arranged by the late Donny Hathaway!

  • @lorenzocharles3938
    @lorenzocharles3938 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +6

    I'm still listening to this great music!!!!

    • @jerrylattimore9232
      @jerrylattimore9232 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      BRINGS BACK WONDERFUL MEMORIES. ✊

  • @shaheedaha.muhammad9828
    @shaheedaha.muhammad9828 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    Crazy and totally "outta sight" ! the singing is insane, ya'll ! those were the days and I truly enjoyed the music. groups like this will never pass this way again ❤ Peace !

  • @Music-gb3tj
    @Music-gb3tj ปีที่แล้ว +13

    That music has feeling!! That singer is killing it!! Love the changes and harmonys!!!

  • @XSGAME4U
    @XSGAME4U 11 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    That is one of the coldest dance choreography I have ever seen a doo-wop group do. Bravo!

    • @gina72916
      @gina72916 11 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Oh yes, those moves were off the hook!

  • @juliusstuckey3913
    @juliusstuckey3913 9 ปีที่แล้ว +136

    It's a damn shame how underrated these guys were. So talented. So full of potential.

  • @ljmason02
    @ljmason02 11 ปีที่แล้ว +42

    Al Johnson was a gifted man, he made many contributions to the music industry, a multi-talented brother. Singer, songwriter, producer he did it all, and he will be missed. Rest in peace my friend!

    • @teresarogers4804
      @teresarogers4804 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Thanks I wonder if h we was still living. Back then we did know record's to buy we had so many choices

    • @teresarogers4804
      @teresarogers4804 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Back then black power really meant something but not now😮

  • @rayburton4867
    @rayburton4867 5 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    The lead brutha is singling with everything he has! Look at his facial expression and eyes! Outta sight!

  • @jerrylattimore2717
    @jerrylattimore2717 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Them brother's were tooooo smooth, makes you think about how good things were back in them days.

  • @RobertFisher3-mi7cn
    @RobertFisher3-mi7cn 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    The greatest choreography ever, these brothers, the Delfonics & Blue Magic.

  • @gwendolynwilliams1117
    @gwendolynwilliams1117 2 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Bad ass group that's all I have to say. and very underrated.

  • @valendanewell5901
    @valendanewell5901 4 ปีที่แล้ว +48

    Back when appearances and grand performances meant everything to the artists ....it was important to please the fans....
    ❤️OLD SCHOOL ENTERTAINMENT❤️

  • @Classic63
    @Classic63 11 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    I saw them at the Apollo Theater in 1969. Davis Ruffin headlined the show. The Unifics
    stole the whole show. Wonderful memories! Thanks for this classic post!

  • @Goldenoldies4ever
    @Goldenoldies4ever 2 ปีที่แล้ว +66

    Their arm syncopation is totally insane esp considering the brother in the back is doing different things at certain points & the 2 in the front cant see him!! The really give The Tempts a run for their money!!

    • @TB-jc3ls
      @TB-jc3ls ปีที่แล้ว +7

      @Paul Errante... those brothers are beyond "on point." Coming from a former dancer, their routine is flawless. Whoever did the choreography was very creative. 💯

    • @fairplayer7435
      @fairplayer7435 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      @@TB-jc3ls True that. When you didn't have semi-clad ladies, jewels, cars, and dogs as props, you had to use what the Lord gave ya. Auntie seamstress was also kept busy with these creative cats.

    • @shignllseunyce37alexander35
      @shignllseunyce37alexander35 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I notice it ALSO, this is pure TALENT 💯

    • @LeonGreen-uf2nc
      @LeonGreen-uf2nc ปีที่แล้ว +3

      They would have done that to anybody. I sang with the group myself. Back back doing that time from Cleveland I was with a group called the Imperial wonders.
      And we recognize them back even back in the 60s.
      In the late 60s. I remember them very well are any of the brothers still alive? I know that Lee singer passed away. I remember that, but is there any of the brothers still alive?

  • @brownergwendolyn4727
    @brownergwendolyn4727 2 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    These Brothers this song, mercy me. Where did the good times and the good music go? Well, I have my memories. They were awesome entertainers, never disappointed!

  • @valeriewatkins8309
    @valeriewatkins8309 4 ปีที่แล้ว +49

    This is what you call music!!! I love my oldies and I have a huge library of them. Everytime that I am invited to a cookout I am always asked to bring my music with me. Love it love it💙💙💙💙💙💜💜💜💜💜💜💜.

    • @jeffk2053
      @jeffk2053 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      AMEN!

    • @Janfly2
      @Janfly2 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      It stills applies to this day love it

    • @rfwiggins5907
      @rfwiggins5907 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Not more than my ex who has a closet filled with albums (original covers) from the seventies!

    • @RobertFisher3-mi7cn
      @RobertFisher3-mi7cn 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Agree with you 100 percent as a former radio announcer, nothing sounds better than sho' nuff R&B.

  • @kpitt1204
    @kpitt1204 13 ปีที่แล้ว +24

    I blown away by the choreography. I guess back in the day when somebody performed, you really saw an act! Such precision!

  • @brendaallen8900
    @brendaallen8900 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    I Love this song. It is fire. The harmony is top shelf. The vocals are on point. And the music is classic. Back in the day. We more of this right now. I got justice. ❤❤❤❤❤❤
    Bren
    From the D...

  • @stevenanderson6436
    @stevenanderson6436 10 ปีที่แล้ว +60

    I love this cut simply because it addresses genuine hurt from the brothers. And like the Unifics say in the song I got justice. There are a trillion guy done me wrong songs but this is genius!

  • @kathleenjones742
    @kathleenjones742 2 ปีที่แล้ว +44

    What can be said!!! REAL MUSIC!!! HARMONY it’s Mind Blowing!!!! I love these songs see people could REALLY SING!!!

    • @42NORRIS
      @42NORRIS ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Kathleenjones742 Black men "SINGING!" WOW!!! You just don't see black men singing anyomore(or playing a musical instrument)outside of religious music??? It's been sadly, almost completely replaced by rap.😔 SMH

    • @Mattie-lk1xj
      @Mattie-lk1xj 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      There will never music like, ever again. I'm glad I could be here enjoy.

  • @patlu525
    @patlu525 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    OMG my mom had these guys album i remember it in her collection she also attended Howard University the same time they did wow

  • @honeylove7678
    @honeylove7678 3 ปีที่แล้ว +18

    We use to go so crazy over their steps! Court of Love was the jam!!!

  • @MNM14ful
    @MNM14ful 11 ปีที่แล้ว +22

    This is one of my favorite songs from back in the day. When I was in high school, I had the pleasure of seeing them perform at the Uptown theater in North Philly. Had to be around 1967. They stole the show!

  • @hittemhardmusic
    @hittemhardmusic 11 ปีที่แล้ว +316

    The guy announcing in the beginning was my grandfather!!

    • @peterwormald8904
      @peterwormald8904 6 ปีที่แล้ว +16

      Wow, this was the first record I bought at 16/17 yrs old in Halifax England 👏🏻

    • @marilyncollions8774
      @marilyncollions8774 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      hittemhardmusic who the hell cares

    • @marilyncollions8774
      @marilyncollions8774 6 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Who the hell cares

    • @marilyncollions8774
      @marilyncollions8774 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Your a sick person who the hell cares who your grandfather is people listen for the music not the family tree who cares

    • @peterwormald8904
      @peterwormald8904 6 ปีที่แล้ว +45

      Marilyn Collions thousands of people on TH-cam like to share there musical memories obviously your not one of them.TH-cam doesn't need you piss off🖕🏻

  • @jerrylattimore9232
    @jerrylattimore9232 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    IT WAS GLORIOUS GROWING UP WITH GROUPS LIKE THIS.

  • @josephrobinson3rd76
    @josephrobinson3rd76 3 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    THIS LEGENDARY GROUP OUT OF BAD NEWS VA WAS VERY NICE . RIGHTEOUS STEPPING IN ALL . THE HITS THEY PUT WAS UNFORGETTABLE 🎙 THEY GOT JUSTICE !!!

  • @wb7370
    @wb7370 5 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    Masterpieces of black soul

  • @rodney1238
    @rodney1238 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    the greatest music the best talent was produced in this era! its gone never to return

  • @hudson24dc
    @hudson24dc 3 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    I Love This Song!! Rest In Paradise Al Johnson

  • @gloriachatman1900
    @gloriachatman1900 6 ปีที่แล้ว +22

    These songs never get old to me.

  • @joanieboone2225
    @joanieboone2225 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Wow miss those days when music had meaning🙌🏾 and the groups with the movements

  • @melodysanger103
    @melodysanger103 11 ปีที่แล้ว +20

    This is the best that music should offer.....great melody, harmonies, instrumentation, lyrics and the visual presentation is smooth and exciting at the same time.
    Rest in Peace, Al Johnson! Another member has been added to the heavenly choir!

  • @davidsaunders484
    @davidsaunders484 10 ปีที่แล้ว +93

    There choreography was years ahead of its time especially while performing the beginning of my end.

  • @JamesSimpson-pz8oj
    @JamesSimpson-pz8oj 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    I can see the look on her face .this song is magical

  • @Freeze380
    @Freeze380 12 ปีที่แล้ว +28

    GREATEST CHOREOGRAPHED MENS GROUP EVER DONE!!!!

  • @ChevyHawk
    @ChevyHawk 13 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    Al Johnson is one of those rare individuals with perfect pitch. He's still singing, and sounding good. What a group, what a song.

  • @BillLivingston-rl9ih
    @BillLivingston-rl9ih ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Too good, to real, very SOULFUL, sad their recognition isn't more, example why haven't IHEART put this SOULFUL group in their collection?????

  • @guesswho720
    @guesswho720 10 ปีที่แล้ว +41

    They KILLED it!!

  • @SIGMAMAN69
    @SIGMAMAN69 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    This was REAL music by REAL singers and musicians who took their craft seriously

  • @habeebahbintedward5488
    @habeebahbintedward5488 12 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    At the tender age of 12 I saw these talented blackmen back in 1967 at the Apollo along with Stevie Wonder who was 17 at the time and another R&B 60's group, The Ballads, remember them? I can still see them performing all the lights were out and all you could see was white gloves. Those days are long gone.....

    • @adriennerobinson1180
      @adriennerobinson1180 7 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Habeebah bint Edward SAD BUT TRUE

    • @robertbright-jc3sd
      @robertbright-jc3sd 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      I REMEMBER THE BALLADS I HAVE A FEW OF THEIR 45's ON VENTURE RECORDS AND WHAT A LOT OF PEOPLE PROBABLY DON'T KNOW IS THAT THEY ARE THE SINGING GROUP IN THE MACK WHEN GOLDIE IS IN THE CLUB SINGING THE SLOW TUNE.

  • @billymontgomery9862
    @billymontgomery9862 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    THAT VIDEO WAS FIRE I LOVE THIS SONG.

  • @jamesboyce9395
    @jamesboyce9395 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Real singing, life was challenging, but we hung in there, keep the focus of manhood. And stayed sharp. Oh yeah!

  • @raypatriot1
    @raypatriot1 5 ปีที่แล้ว +19

    Great song and choreography! You just cant beat these talented artists.

  • @wesgriffin6081
    @wesgriffin6081 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    hailing from Howard University !!!
    They had another hit on campus
    " the Beginning of My End "

  • @freein2339
    @freein2339 9 ปีที่แล้ว +40

    Their steps are coldblooded....

  • @pjmoneybags2780
    @pjmoneybags2780 7 ปีที่แล้ว +22

    I remember seeing the Unifics perform with white suits and white gloves at the Howard Theatre in DC as a teen, I loved these guys they were totally put together. They were definitely one of my favorites back then along with the Mad Lads, Five Stairsteps, and the Delfonics.

    • @EJ-cc1qz
      @EJ-cc1qz 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Agree! Loved the Five Stairsteps & Unifics. Saw them at the Carter Baron as a teen.

  • @donnabrown-nh5de
    @donnabrown-nh5de 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    2024. Those high steps were killing me

  • @gamingwithjayla312
    @gamingwithjayla312 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    The choregrapher was the bomb!

  • @chickable26rollerchick37
    @chickable26rollerchick37 5 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    I Love This Song It Brings Back So Many Memories Thank you for sharing..

  • @sheilapalmer9539
    @sheilapalmer9539 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    He was so soso so soso so soso so soso so soso so soso so soso so soso so soso so incredible

  • @depaola63
    @depaola63 9 ปีที่แล้ว +28

    Classic! Too bad that there isn't a real court of love! I've been here!

  • @sheilapalmer9539
    @sheilapalmer9539 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    No body can't never ever take his place

  • @milwaukeemike3557
    @milwaukeemike3557 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    Them boys is STEPPIN back there

  • @rondeezy121
    @rondeezy121 5 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I was very young when my sister R.I.P. would play this record, I couldn't understand it much I liked the song back then but now I really like it in 2020 this sing is fabulous!!!!

  • @ellawaller382
    @ellawaller382 4 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    Saw them at The Apollo so many times when my sister took me!! Love them still to this day!!!💖💖💖💖💖🎶🎶🎶🎶🎶🎶

  • @e37a
    @e37a 11 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Rest in peace, brother Al...you left a major mark in east coast soul music...

  • @jonnettebush980
    @jonnettebush980 8 ปีที่แล้ว +44

    I miss my uncle in the background on the right!!!! I miss you uncle harold!!!! Love U Forever!!!!

    • @marilyncollions8774
      @marilyncollions8774 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Who cares if it's your uncle or not who the hell cares bout you we just want to hear the music nobody cares what you say for real your looking for attention

    • @NicNacPTac01
      @NicNacPTac01 5 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      Marilyn Collions, looks like you're the one looking for attention.

    • @larryblazeb1259
      @larryblazeb1259 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      @@marilyncollions8774 u fowl right now👅👅💯

    • @tsbonner
      @tsbonner 4 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      @@marilyncollions8774 Marilyn, you sound like you are crazy. Show some respect!

    • @glennsurgest6369
      @glennsurgest6369 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@marilyncollions8774 why are we a desrespectfull race.

  • @sunnu777
    @sunnu777 10 ปีที่แล้ว +53

    The Unifics were our "big brother" group back in the days when I chased the musical stage. We modeled our group after their style...even did their steps. At the club "Cheetah" in NY we did a show with the Unifics, and copied a cover song they did by Curtis Mayfield called "Choice of Colors". After we finished our set, Al (who watched our show from the audience and back stage) was the first to come over to our dressing room to say 'well done'. The brother had CLASS. On that same bill were The Honeycombs, The 5 Stairsteps, Kool and the Gang, The Persuasions, and to close the show on the last night, none other than Mr Dynamite himself...James Brown!!!...who threw our clothes and instruments out of our dressing room as he commandeered it. LOL!!! MAN...this vid brings back SWEET memories of the days when yo ass had to KNOW how to sing and dance at that mike. Thanks for posting. And Al (the lead singer) wasn't "blind". He had a type of astigmatism.

    • @lashturner
      @lashturner 7 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      I saw them at the Cheetah along with the Delfonics and Kool and the Gang. I think it was around New years eve 1970.

    • @lifeworksndhenterprisesllc6597
      @lifeworksndhenterprisesllc6597 6 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Sunnu Valentine you have a great lineup at he cheers in Manhattan. bit too bad you did had an five brother act who did thier thang at the ed Sullivan show...😄 let me shut up.LOL!!!!!!!!!! sunny that's a real heavy name. thanks for the memories I brought the whole album, after years of decaying, I brought the CD rerelease of the album around2001. never sounded so guuuuuuud
      that sunnu.

    • @marilyncollions8774
      @marilyncollions8774 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Who cares you ant them so who cares

    • @walterrichards106
      @walterrichards106 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      They used to play the Apollo you remember skip Sonny and the pace Brothers if you know the unific she don't skip sunny and the pace Brothers Holla At Me

  • @Musicradio77Network
    @Musicradio77Network 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I have the 45 of this, and it was their only hit on the Kapp label in 1969, and it was a one hit wonder. They only released one album as well.

    • @Musicradio77Network
      @Musicradio77Network 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Oh! Sorry! It was not a one-hit wonder, they only had 2 or more songs, and an album called “The Court of Love”.

  • @cynthiahill4492
    @cynthiahill4492 12 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Love these guys! Choreography was just as important at the harmony.back then. These guys were from DC or at least one one, Michele. A man's feelings...uh ummm cannot be ignored when you can put it like this!

  • @mindseye52
    @mindseye52 13 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Dang!! The original! Live!! Often imitated. Never duplicated! Groups really worked back in the day!! I remember......

  • @ImDatKrumper1
    @ImDatKrumper1 12 ปีที่แล้ว +57

    Oh my GOD if only we could turn back the hands of time! I sure MISS the music from back in the day because this was music! Now its just NOISE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! (the music of today)...

    • @adriennerobinson1180
      @adriennerobinson1180 7 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Jay YES,INDEED

    • @denisebattle1000
      @denisebattle1000 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      You are so RIGHT !!!!

    • @peterelias8100
      @peterelias8100 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      I totally agree today's so called music sucks I dont even call it music No lyrics no instruments all garbage

    • @touchtheleather655
      @touchtheleather655 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      im 2 years old and i definetly agwee wit wis

  • @roccon54
    @roccon54 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Man I have not heard this song forever. Thank you

  • @MrToclever4u
    @MrToclever4u 10 ปีที่แล้ว +88

    That's my dad Gregory Cook Love him so much

    • @ethelstevenslove2957
      @ethelstevenslove2957 10 ปีที่แล้ว +13

      Aaron, Congratulations to you! What gets me is how they had "STEPS" back in those days.... Those
      steps were amazing! Groups today can't do it..... Nevertheless, I remember this song when I was in
      junior high school..... I tuned in to hear it! I heard the guy who make the announcement on this record passed
      away last year...... December 8th, 2014

    • @alonzoleaks8668
      @alonzoleaks8668 7 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Awesome group and song

    • @MrOldskoolking
      @MrOldskoolking 6 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Congrats cuz them dudes I always thought we’re awesome Love that song and a lot of their others Beginning of my end back in the day almost had me crying (lying I was)

    • @elliotadams1394
      @elliotadams1394 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

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    • @vernonbrooks6890
      @vernonbrooks6890 6 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      I was the lead guitarist in a group in DC with Greg many years ago. Please have him call Vernon:
      202-246-2780

  • @Goldenoldies4ever
    @Goldenoldies4ever 8 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Their choreography was second to done!!! Talk about precision!!!

  • @stephenbynum4793
    @stephenbynum4793 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    This song gives me goosebumps

  • @gloriachatman1900
    @gloriachatman1900 6 ปีที่แล้ว +17

    These songs give me joy and happiness, make my day.

  • @sierria64
    @sierria64 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    The steps are great for song. And ol boys vocals ..smooth as hell

  • @urban7089
    @urban7089 9 ปีที่แล้ว +49

    there is no group back then or today that can match this group . even now i watch it and say wow they were ahead of there time . soulful tight melodic and good story telling

    • @bobwilson2978
      @bobwilson2978 6 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      They went to Howard university early 70's

    • @corneilmadison141
      @corneilmadison141 6 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      urban7089 I know right, I like the temptations but they out stepped them

  • @adriennerobinson1180
    @adriennerobinson1180 7 ปีที่แล้ว +27

    I remember my Brother taking me and my Sister to them at The Apollo all those years ago.They WERE Great.

    • @denisearrington1127
      @denisearrington1127 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      I remember my sister use to take me to the Apollo to see them and we would go back stage. I was just a little girl.

    • @adriennerobinson1180
      @adriennerobinson1180 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@denisearrington1127 Wow,Wonderful Those were the Years right there.

    • @walterrichards106
      @walterrichards106 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Still at the Apollo with the glowing gloves

  • @prettylady3889
    @prettylady3889 10 ปีที่แล้ว +44

    This was the Jam, the words was from their heart. They prefrom with real talent. For nothing. They enjoyed the people recognizing them. Thank you. :-)

  • @lindasmoot7293
    @lindasmoot7293 29 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    My brother is deceased..this was his favorite..omg i see him singing this song..what about the song: You Send Me..by Roy Ayers.. good music.

  • @byroncrowley7396
    @byroncrowley7396 9 ปีที่แล้ว +48

    The dance moves and the singing by the Unifics left me impress. A lost art i wish and hope that there will a choreographed singing group

    • @byroncrowley7396
      @byroncrowley7396 9 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      What goes around come around lets hope we see some singing group that know how to get down

    • @nitab.stressfree5943
      @nitab.stressfree5943 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      I was Blessed and Honored to finally meet one of the group members this past week...he sung at my uncle's retirement party...I briefly spoke to him and said my father always mentioned him as a neighborhood friend...and some are still performing!

  • @waymondwilliams9746
    @waymondwilliams9746 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Man it is so great to travel back in time and listen to this music

  • @bunnyoneful
    @bunnyoneful 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    1968 was a jamming year from start to finish!!

  • @roberttaylorcurryii
    @roberttaylorcurryii 10 ปีที่แล้ว +71

    I have watched this so much that I feel so terribly sorry that these guys did not get the fame and acclaim that they so much deserved. How could this have escaped my notice? I so much love this. I didn't think that there was anyone comparable to the mighty, mighty TEMPTATIONS, but these guys are AWESOME, and unbelievably GREAT. I only wish I had more...!!!

    • @judah6582
      @judah6582 10 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Jamming!

    • @t.e.m.darrell1579
      @t.e.m.darrell1579 7 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      Al John and the Unifics came straight out of Washington DC ..They had a few big hits as a group ( The beginning of my End) But AL had a magnificent career. He released a few solo albums but had more success as a writer and arranger then a performer. When you mention the Temptations Its always been MY thoughts that they watched and learned from the Unifics choreography .....They are the absolute best.
      R.I.P AJ

    • @t.e.m.darrell1579
      @t.e.m.darrell1579 7 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      ** Al Johnson

    • @mikehuff9148
      @mikehuff9148 7 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      roberttaylorcurryii i was thinking. the same thing

    • @Tunes342
      @Tunes342 7 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      The Temptations came out before them so they influenced the Unifics, not the other way around.

  • @margaretswanagan8237
    @margaretswanagan8237 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Love ya unifics and I love this beautiful song always

  • @deemiddle8410
    @deemiddle8410 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    No others could be chosen to be so Dynamic 🎶💃🎶🕺🍾☮️🙏🌎

  • @MrToclever4u
    @MrToclever4u 10 ปีที่แล้ว +40

    Yes Al Johnson passed last year. My father Greg Cook is still here I talk to him a lot. He still here in DC

    • @AddLoveTM126
      @AddLoveTM126 7 ปีที่แล้ว

      Stamp Dat That's Awesome! Which one is your Dad? What is the lead singer's name & are they still performing please? 👑

    • @claudepraytor8101
      @claudepraytor8101 7 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      If you want to hear their real vocal ability. Listen to their song"Tables Turn." And if you think the Temptations were the only R&B group who could sing a show tune, listen to"This Guys in Love With You." End of story!!

    • @oldman5719
      @oldman5719 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      How is Marvin Brown?

    • @marilyncollions8774
      @marilyncollions8774 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Who cares your nobody nobody cares bout you I just want to hear the music brager

    • @marilyncollions8774
      @marilyncollions8774 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@AddLoveTM126 who cares who his father is or was people listen for the music who cares who this person says they are who cares

  • @paulsmith2979
    @paulsmith2979 8 ปีที่แล้ว +17

    In 68' there was 3 songs about court the funky judge ,here comes the judge & this one here my favorite.

  • @conraypowell343
    @conraypowell343 11 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Absolutely superb. ...great loss to the world of music. Gone but not forgotten.

  • @RXmusic4YOU
    @RXmusic4YOU 8 ปีที่แล้ว +18

    ....oh hell yeah...had this on a 45rpm....great seeing these cats....miss those days so much....

  • @loveyouall66
    @loveyouall66 10 ปีที่แล้ว +27

    GOLDEN AGE OF SOUL.

  • @prettylady3889
    @prettylady3889 9 ปีที่แล้ว +22

    I'm so glad. I can share this song. It was my farvorite song as a teenager.

    • @marilyncollions8774
      @marilyncollions8774 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      You ant give us this song ugly lady so how are you sharing it with us utwo gave it to us not you I bet anything anything your darkskin fat and old and ugly looking for attention but who cares people want to hear the music that's all

  • @gfine2000
    @gfine2000 11 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    So awesome! I just watched this because I really didn't remember this song but found it to be amazing and timeless. What vocals both lead and background and the choreography, exquisite! This is when groups were true talents and didn't mind putting in the hard work it took to give the audience and their fans what they paid for and came to see, a REAL show for their money. There should be a class in all colleges that teach music, to use videos and music like this as part of their curriculum.

  • @boldrunner7
    @boldrunner7 12 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Thanks! The Unifics loved what they did and really loved pleasing the audiences.

  • @patriciamissie8763
    @patriciamissie8763 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    I love this group

  • @eddiejones683
    @eddiejones683 11 ปีที่แล้ว +46

    I always thought that the Temptations where the best steppers- but dam!!!
    These brother's are cold as hell...lol
    My mom and dad must had the best life when these groups where around.
    There are no more talent like this on earth- Real talk!
    STL-314

    • @carlton4129
      @carlton4129 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Eddie Jones seriously? To even try to compare these guys to the temptations is not fair to the unifics. I LOVE this one song by the unifics but off the top of your head can you name another. .I can't. .this x was their only hit and too be honest their choreography left a little to be desired . There were many groups from the 60s and 70s that could possibly give the Temps a run get for their money. .dramatics..spinners..4 tops..etc ..but not the unifics. .but I still love this song

    • @sojohartub4190
      @sojohartub4190 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      The brothers routine was tight as all get out; and as for your parents Eddie, and as a Boomer, I can attest that the 60s and 70s were the best of times musically and otherwise. Stay cool and safe.

    • @zorro1955
      @zorro1955 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Carlton Knox the begining of my end was their first hit dude. This was their second, AND biggest hit

    • @janiekincaid3915
      @janiekincaid3915 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Cold as hell...

    • @michaelsingleton9849
      @michaelsingleton9849 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@carlton4129 yes the unfics were just as tight as any of the soul groups from the 60 and 70s with their dance seriously

  • @iluvmyboba
    @iluvmyboba 6 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    The Unifics... Thanks, Mommy, for the introduction.

  • @bkmusicyt
    @bkmusicyt ปีที่แล้ว

    I was not there back in those days.............but came thru Drew Hall at HU later..............and learned about the brothers who came and sang before me. Hats off to you!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

  • @derrickbrennan1478
    @derrickbrennan1478 5 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I love this song. Back in the day this was the Jam. I used to play this all the time. Rick Brennan from change. Wow North Philly OG WDAS .

  • @jclutchman17
    @jclutchman17 8 ปีที่แล้ว +35

    heard this song my whole life but never seen the actual video man outstanding thanks for uploading this I can't stop smiling thinking about the good old days

    • @zorro1955
      @zorro1955 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      jclutchman17 - the lead singer, i liked seeing his ears flapping while singing. For a minute, i thought he was gonna fly away

  • @jimy0803
    @jimy0803 7 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Just met lead-singer Al Johnson's widow this past week in D.C. while @ work. A pleasure talking to her about the group.

    • @marilyncollions8774
      @marilyncollions8774 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Who cares bout her or you we just want to enjoy the music you people are nobody

    • @donnacoleman6846
      @donnacoleman6846 6 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Marilyn Collions you are a LOSER

    • @N2LADIES55
      @N2LADIES55 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@marilyncollions8774 BITCH,I care!!

  • @lynnhumphrey9691
    @lynnhumphrey9691 10 ปีที่แล้ว +18

    Wow--our African American male groups certainly got a "good workout" with the creative steps in their dance routine---you had to be in excellent shape to perform with these dance steps.

  • @heyyallfromflorida5535
    @heyyallfromflorida5535 9 ปีที่แล้ว +38

    one the badest RB soul groups to come out the sixties

    • @beverlyrobinson3551
      @beverlyrobinson3551 9 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      From Washington, DC. There has been great groups and solo artists that came from DC!!

  • @taurorange6992
    @taurorange6992 11 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Oh my goodness! The purity and passion of this kind of old school just brings tears to my eyes. Thank you for preserving.

  • @lorrainebowens1446
    @lorrainebowens1446 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    I did.the walk twostep slowdance in my mom basement when i gave quarter parties❤❤❤😂😂🎉🎉🎉😅😅😅😅😊

  • @HUSTLEMAN2
    @HUSTLEMAN2 7 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    MANNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNTHEY STEPPING!