Commodores - Nightshift (Official Music Video)

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  • @shivgohil4644
    @shivgohil4644 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +277

    My dad has the extended 12" single of this song. Around 20 years ago he started moving his vinyls to CD's, I pretty much heard his entire singles collection over an entire month blasting at full volume in our house as he transferred them across. I knew half of the songs, but the one that I'll never forget hearing for the 1st time is 'Nightshift'. My dad loves his hi-fi and invested in having the best possible sound he could afford and the production of this song really comes across when you have a high end sound system. The percussion and harmonies are so superior and so organic, If you have a music streaming service, listen to this song with the highest quality bitrate, close your eyes and enjoy a masterpiece.
    Whats even better is the meaning of the song, the lyrics are a perfect homage to Marvin Gaye and Jackie Wilson, they refer to their songs so many times...and even better...'Nightshift' means 'heaven' and when you listen to the song with that in mind, its a whole new song.
    JUST WOW!

    • @yvonnesmeltzer4011
      @yvonnesmeltzer4011 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +7

      Correct

    • @hectorlabbe
      @hectorlabbe 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

      You were blessed to be around your dad and hear his love for music!!! ❤❤❤

    • @CliffordSwitzer
      @CliffordSwitzer หลายเดือนก่อน +3

      My number one song of all time

    • @SandraCabrera-jz1jn
      @SandraCabrera-jz1jn หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      😊

    • @voloso
      @voloso หลายเดือนก่อน

      ‘Night shifts’ are usually referred to as ‘graveyard shifts’

  • @willsmail3785
    @willsmail3785 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +445

    I'm a fully functional metalhead but appreciate good music from all genres, this is some kind of wonderful ❤

    • @tinajeppesen5948
      @tinajeppesen5948 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +12

      Metal is my genre of choice too but here I am this is a beautiful song

    • @mrtherapist9040
      @mrtherapist9040 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@tinajeppesen5948 Me too!!!!!

    • @songweaver6076
      @songweaver6076 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

      any good music is helpful in this stressed out world

    • @CM-oo1kb
      @CM-oo1kb 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Open ears. Always.

    • @inmyownwords9798
      @inmyownwords9798 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Rock on ❤

  • @theresariccabona3926
    @theresariccabona3926 ปีที่แล้ว +737

    My late husband’s favorite song. He was a shift worker for many years and when this song would come on I’d have to play it over and over. Still brings tears to my eyes. 😢 2:47

    • @peterlongmore4778
      @peterlongmore4778 ปีที่แล้ว +20

      im a shift worker to 8 years this song keeps you going even when you feeling lonely

    • @jameswahnee-vn5nt
      @jameswahnee-vn5nt ปีที่แล้ว +14

      I wasn't crying until you shared your pain. So sorry.

    • @KennyLauderdale
      @KennyLauderdale ปีที่แล้ว +13

      Sorry for your loss... Bless you

    • @ericbeelard4926
      @ericbeelard4926 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      ❤️❤️❤️🖤🖤🖤❤️❤️❤️

    • @efmtl76
      @efmtl76 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      ❤ much love to you, Theresa...so sorry for your loss.

  • @nodythova8543
    @nodythova8543 หลายเดือนก่อน +43

    Marvin’s death was so cruel and senseless. This song captured the joy he left us. Jackie too.

  • @susanrodriguez7407
    @susanrodriguez7407 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3969

    I still listen to the same music I did back in the last 45 years. Today is my 73rd birthday. I am now listening to Night Shift. And singing.

  • @timothypeck3640
    @timothypeck3640 2 ปีที่แล้ว +424

    Coming home from work at 3:30 AM! A young husband, an expectent father too! This song on my car AM band radio! 40 years later, this is pure soul, this is pure spirit and being young, free, and alive!

    • @dionedanniel7300
      @dionedanniel7300 2 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      Your story is incredible, I was able to visualize in my mind what you said

    • @paulclayton1954
      @paulclayton1954 2 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      One of my worries is that the younger members of society might miss out on this precious legacy. That's why my grandkids get their 'olden days" education from me!
      Rarely appreciated up to now but I will never give up.
      Delighted to hear that it does it for you.
      Next try David Ruffin s Walk Away From Love. Simply one of the most astounding vocal performances.

    • @jacquelinefox2632
      @jacquelinefox2632 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      OK

    • @stevesouthall4718
      @stevesouthall4718 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Exactly like me at the time

    • @icspi1970
      @icspi1970 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Congrats on the new addition to your family! 🙂👍

  • @reetindersingh6986
    @reetindersingh6986 ปีที่แล้ว +211

    What a wonderful tribute to Jackie Wilson and Marvin Gaye, couldn't get better than this. Love the line "Gonna miss your sweet voice, that soulful noise" at the end....mind blowing.

    • @largansettgirl8365
      @largansettgirl8365 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      @charlesmartell4484 Motown was my go to, even when the Beach Boys, Beatles, Stones came in. Still The best!

  • @Asgulria
    @Asgulria 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +75

    Dedication to Marvin and Jackie in this song is impeccable. Two of the greatest musicians.

    • @ancientsage1969
      @ancientsage1969 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      It's what made it a hit. RIP to the Commedores after Lionel left.

  • @laurenjeanmiddleton209
    @laurenjeanmiddleton209 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +152

    Man their voices give me chills, great artists!! Timeless.

    • @trevorjennings
      @trevorjennings 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Hello Lauren, how are you doing today, hope you’re fine and safe from the COVID-19 virus??

    • @richau9058
      @richau9058 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      timeless chills ! peace and love from norway

    • @josephbowers5368
      @josephbowers5368 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      This is just too good. Never seen again

  • @philipmuluhbongjoh707
    @philipmuluhbongjoh707 3 ปีที่แล้ว +561

    What fascinates me about the old is that music was pure, made of natural musical instruments and the run deep through the soul..... What a hit 🥰🥰🥰

    • @casualslax
      @casualslax 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Is there no synthesizer or electronic instruments on this track? It sounds like it but I could be wrong.

    • @metatron7635
      @metatron7635 2 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      This song sits right next to perfection 🇦🇺.

    • @thestrangemanreturns
      @thestrangemanreturns 2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      @@casualslax yes there are both

    • @animillation6918
      @animillation6918 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      🥺

    • @ZeroGravity60
      @ZeroGravity60 2 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      I'm really missing the '60s '70s and '80s at this moment. It was a time when people had to have real talent to make it but in cafes, you could get stage time. Not like today where the music industry is run by corporate marketers and $$ motivated product designers. Back then music was mostly created, not manufactured. Every generation has its high points. Back then music was honest and real, and if you chose the right groups it promoted fun & hippie love. It was an amazing time for growing up. It was an amazing time for music. I still play this noise in my home all day long. :)

  • @spiral8891
    @spiral8891 ปีที่แล้ว +357

    A song showing 'absolute respect'. Utterly timeless. Unfortunately you'll never hear another song written or sung quite like this. Just enjoy it. They really were the good days.

    • @MarkoMakela-mv8dt
      @MarkoMakela-mv8dt ปีที่แล้ว +4

      As it is not about a single person, it is ment to be bigger from the start: 'Nightsift' doesn't mean work at all. You are on 'nightsift' when you have dead, but to others you are only on the regular nightsift, not dead.

    • @marinevet887
      @marinevet887 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      So True!!!

    • @drewcrew2101
      @drewcrew2101 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    • @miguelangelventurageneroso9161
      @miguelangelventurageneroso9161 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Incredible thats too simple, and too good.... Magic

    • @extropiantranshuman
      @extropiantranshuman ปีที่แล้ว +2

      plenty of songs about respecting others.

  • @audreynewson4594
    @audreynewson4594 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +200

    I’m an 85 year old great-grandmother from PEI, Canada - one of all-time favourite pieces of music - along with all the rest of their music + MOTOWN - never been anything like The Motown Music

    • @kingrama2727
      @kingrama2727 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Liar

    • @BrendaDrumm
      @BrendaDrumm 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

      Im 75 im with u all the way love from coventry england x❤

    • @bjorreb7487
      @bjorreb7487 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +6

      I'm a 74 old man in Sweden and Motown was and is among the best

    • @davidcronin9711
      @davidcronin9711 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Good for you lady🇮🇪

  • @Thetruthteller-s8i
    @Thetruthteller-s8i ปีที่แล้ว +486

    I'm 54years old and I'm not sick of listening to this song xxx

    • @Thetruthteller-s8i
      @Thetruthteller-s8i 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

      Amazing!!!!

    • @katraabdulla2235
      @katraabdulla2235 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

      Marvellous

    • @Thetruthteller-s8i
      @Thetruthteller-s8i 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

      @@katraabdulla2235 I'm in love with this song even on the Day shift 🤗

    • @ethimself5064
      @ethimself5064 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@Thetruthteller-s8i 🤣🤣🤣

    • @ethimself5064
      @ethimself5064 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

      Is a real classic

  • @PiaLoveBSNRNCCBTP
    @PiaLoveBSNRNCCBTP หลายเดือนก่อน +61

    When music was music.....❤❤❤❤

  • @theliferesetstudio
    @theliferesetstudio ปีที่แล้ว +599

    Anyone else getting chills listening to this on endless repeat? 💖

  • @se7inhand
    @se7inhand 5 วันที่ผ่านมา +23

    I'm a 54 yo white southern man, and this is one of my top 5 favorite songs ever.

    • @benwagema3731
      @benwagema3731 8 ชั่วโมงที่ผ่านมา

  • @20h30-o2i
    @20h30-o2i 3 ปีที่แล้ว +59

    Holy cow, how did i never heard this masterpiece. The first minute is disturbingly emotional. I love it so, so much.

  • @RichardFeynmanRules
    @RichardFeynmanRules 8 ปีที่แล้ว +150

    The Night Shift gained a great one today...so sorry to hear of
    Prince's sudden passing. May his music and legacy live on...as does the
    music of the greats mentioned in this song. ♡♡♡

  • @Sarah-lc2ov
    @Sarah-lc2ov 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +1871

    Thumbs up if you think this is one of the most beautiful songs ever written and sung ❤️

    • @trinelangohr6661
      @trinelangohr6661 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +15

      Certainly the chillest ever written.

    • @jayneanthony5652
      @jayneanthony5652 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +24

      It's a perfect song, the vocals, the musicality, the subjects it's written about, etc. sheer perfection ❤️

    • @AnaGarcia-l5p
      @AnaGarcia-l5p 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      Y do so❤❤❤born 1959

    • @yousaypotato2418
      @yousaypotato2418 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

      So soulful, I get goosebumps every time.💜

    • @l.a.r2579
      @l.a.r2579 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      U GOT IT RIGHT GIRL❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

  • @daadirabbi
    @daadirabbi 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +107

    When the music was alive ❤

  • @BarneyRq1d
    @BarneyRq1d ปีที่แล้ว +411

    One of the best songs ever written. Such a great tribute to JW and MG. RIP.

    • @erics7992
      @erics7992 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      I know who Marvin was but who was Jackie?

    • @BarneyRq1d
      @BarneyRq1d ปีที่แล้ว +25

      @Eric S Jackie Wilson, an iconic and legendary singer/performer who died the same year as Marvin Gaye. Both died tragically while still in their 40s.

    • @erics7992
      @erics7992 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      @@BarneyRq1d I didn't know that. Thank you.

    • @BarbadosBeerFestival
      @BarbadosBeerFestival ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Thanks. I was going to ask the same question.

    • @globalfunseeker6733
      @globalfunseeker6733 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      It was written by Lionel Richie for the Commodores.

  • @imarilamarrable
    @imarilamarrable 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1174

    This song is dedicated to my Dad. 11.01.49 - 12.01.20 I Love you 💖 See you again Daddy

    • @MsSilentAssasin
      @MsSilentAssasin 4 ปีที่แล้ว +16

      God bless you and your family🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽

    • @imarilamarrable
      @imarilamarrable 4 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      @@MsSilentAssasin Thank you 💖

    • @glennkakely1999
      @glennkakely1999 4 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      I am sorry to hear of your dad’s passing.

    • @imarilamarrable
      @imarilamarrable 4 ปีที่แล้ว +15

      @@glennkakely1999 Thank you. He was a really great guy.

    • @glennkakely1999
      @glennkakely1999 4 ปีที่แล้ว +13

      This can be a tough song to listen to especially when we have someone dear to our heart in mind. I’m listening a second time as a tribute to your dad. Rest easy, Sir 🌈🌈

  • @TheEanda3946
    @TheEanda3946 2 ปีที่แล้ว +969

    I’m 75 but still alive and going strong! Love this song!

    • @tasneem__mt9470
      @tasneem__mt9470 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      🥰♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻

    • @marcusaurelius7461
      @marcusaurelius7461 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      They were the best of days and they still warm the heart......

    • @kelvinmatola1158
      @kelvinmatola1158 2 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      Like wine it ages with time,I will be 40 next month I now understand why my mother used to love this song

    • @malikmogekwu9781
      @malikmogekwu9781 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      rock rock on

    • @JAMESMOM1989
      @JAMESMOM1989 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      a live and kickin!!

  • @jiteshasman1242
    @jiteshasman1242 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +12

    The way they pass the mic for the next singer at 02:08 is what I come here to see. Quite amazing to watch.

  • @Ese_osa
    @Ese_osa 2 ปีที่แล้ว +216

    I'm 25 and I just recently discovered this masterpieces in 2021. My ears feels so bless.
    I just can't stop listening, steadily on repeat.

    • @phibiengama8332
      @phibiengama8332 2 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      Never too late to discover good things my dear

    • @marialeduvina7650
      @marialeduvina7650 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Love you

    • @HopeLanzasdgrrll
      @HopeLanzasdgrrll 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Check out the rest of their catalog. Earth, Wind and Fire also.
      You won't be disappointed

    • @truthseeker2171
      @truthseeker2171 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      You found a good thing.

    • @thebritishroyals655
      @thebritishroyals655 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I got here in 2022 and love this

  • @davidkroll4360
    @davidkroll4360 3 ปีที่แล้ว +181

    This song brings a tear to my eyes.
    Wonderful tribute to 2 unforgettable artists Marvin and Jackie !
    Just simply beautiful !

    • @marie5644
      @marie5644 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      😘👍🌹

    • @picachicaasmr260
      @picachicaasmr260 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@marie5644 jackie who?

    • @jfieldsfam4
      @jfieldsfam4 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@picachicaasmr260 Wilson.

    • @jacquelinefox2632
      @jacquelinefox2632 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      It's just how gentle this is. J. ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

  • @mikesmedlund1694
    @mikesmedlund1694 ปีที่แล้ว +351

    Such a heartfelt tribute to Marvin Gaye and Jackie Wilson. I never get tired of listening to this. It's a shame that Lionel Ritchie and the Commodores couldn't put their differences aside and do a tour together. It's Easy, Easy like Sunday Morning

    • @AnorldManduna
      @AnorldManduna ปีที่แล้ว +7

      There's definitely no substitute for quality ❤❤❤❤

    • @archlich4489
      @archlich4489 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    • @arturoalmazan5262
      @arturoalmazan5262 ปีที่แล้ว

      Lionel Richie became a pompous ass guy. he thought he was more important than his old band just ; because he sold millions of albums if it wasn't for the commodores he wouldn't be successful

    • @KennethRobinson-hl7sg
      @KennethRobinson-hl7sg ปีที่แล้ว +1

      ​@danielholden7720Which shows you how much they needed him

    • @hwyfan
      @hwyfan ปีที่แล้ว +15

      There was friction between the Commodores and Lionel Richie as his role in the band drew increasing levels of attention. The other band members felt hurt to read newspaper music critics writing to the effect of “what is a talent like Lionel Richie still doing playing with the funk band Commodores”. Ouch.
      Once Lionel started with his first solo album, the band agreed to wait as he recorded it on the understanding he’d come back to the band, which he did. However, when that solo album took off, he was approached to record a follow up solo album. He asked the band members to go on hold again, but as they had bills to pay and mouths to feed, they couldn’t afford to stand on the sidelines for Lionel, thus leading to their separation.

  • @PBMUkarnaliसुर्खेतस्वास्थ्यनि
    @PBMUkarnaliसुर्खेतस्वास्थ्यनि 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +49

    The comment section is full of remembering, dedicating to working nightshifts, loved ones, deceased ones. This song carries the emotions of people. Truly SOUL music. masterpiece!!

  • @rjw7058
    @rjw7058 3 ปีที่แล้ว +128

    it s a no brainer when they won a Grammy, the instrumentals are nothing short of incredible timing and artistry. am a white boy thats 67 and learned to appreciate soul or any music that moves you>

  • @blessedbyrd2104
    @blessedbyrd2104 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +313

    I think of my Daddy when I hear this song. makes me cry. Rest in peace Daddy. You were so great. I was blessed to have you.

    • @t3chn0m0
      @t3chn0m0 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +7

      Merry Christmas =). He loves you from the heaven above =).

    • @sonjikennedy9615
      @sonjikennedy9615 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +9

      My dad loved this song to.He passed on jan 6th of this year.I know what you are going thru😓

    • @covmiss1
      @covmiss1 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

      🥰🥰

    • @garycarr3857
      @garycarr3857 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

      The Commodores

    • @michaelwimbley9127
      @michaelwimbley9127 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      Acknowledged

  • @CodingExpress
    @CodingExpress ปีที่แล้ว +76

    I was about 5 years old when my dad used to play this song. Now I'm 41 and the song still moves me!

  • @Natakuthe3rd
    @Natakuthe3rd 3 ปีที่แล้ว +275

    This song was my dad favorite. I dedicate this song to him. He was taken from us 4 years ago. And for the ones we've lost in 2020. Peace to all! 🙏🏽Love you dad. 😢

    • @jledesma1175
      @jledesma1175 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      My dad... was taken 2 years ago. I also dedicate this to him. Peace to you and yours

    • @angelaflynn3634
      @angelaflynn3634 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Your father is a hero if you know nothing know that him loves you

    • @angelaflynn3634
      @angelaflynn3634 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Why do I need a reply you is loved

    • @danecrawford2658
      @danecrawford2658 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Sorry about your loss:( I lost my father 23 years ago and my mother almost 4. Your father had great taste in music, because this song is one of the best ever.

    • @sexxylesa
      @sexxylesa 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      🙏

  • @TaushaTW
    @TaushaTW 4 ปีที่แล้ว +150

    I listened to this song when I was a kid but I didn't understand it until I became an adult. Thank you Commodores for a beautiful tribute.

    • @tonymatrisin4328
      @tonymatrisin4328 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      I never listen to this song until a couple months ago, only heard the hook from a song from rap artist Freeway. Glad I did this song is a masterpiece

    • @TaushaTW
      @TaushaTW 4 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      @@tonymatrisin4328 God bless you. 80's music is the best music!

  • @psrjbr
    @psrjbr 6 ปีที่แล้ว +793

    Nightshift is a tribute song from The Commodores to RB soul singers Jackie Wilson and Marvin Gaye, both died in 1984. The single was released in January 1985 in the United States.

    • @GrumpyTinashe
      @GrumpyTinashe 5 ปีที่แล้ว +31

      Thanks for putting perspective to it

    • @johnreed9050
      @johnreed9050 5 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      I thought it was sung by al jarreau for the longest time

    • @jasonmitchell9622
      @jasonmitchell9622 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Thanks

    • @patkelleher7310
      @patkelleher7310 5 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      I thought Marvin Gaye died in 1981

    • @larrystreasures6887
      @larrystreasures6887 5 ปีที่แล้ว +16

      Pat Kelleher, he died 1 April 1984.

  • @johndurant8687
    @johndurant8687 7 วันที่ผ่านมา +3

    this has to be the most emotionally charged and soulful song I've ever heard. I've been coming back to it for over 20 years, and I can never just listen once. It touches me so deeply and I can only thank the Commodores for giving us this timeless classic! I hope I can see them perform live someday!

  • @WilliamYoung-g4t
    @WilliamYoung-g4t ปีที่แล้ว +103

    My Dad loved this song, and he passed 2 weeks after the video dropped. So every time my mom's hear this, she cries. This is one of the most beautiful tribute songs ever, along with Diana Ross song "I'm Missing You".

    • @joachimcorneliussen2008
      @joachimcorneliussen2008 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      I'm sorry for your lost. May he rest in peace . Yes, this song also makes me cry. It has been around since my youth.

    • @originalfallinggirl
      @originalfallinggirl ปีที่แล้ว

      th-cam.com/video/FrkEDe6Ljqs/w-d-xo.htmlsi=u0zbkjxyM7NX3DE8
      ❤🙏 this song makes me sad. I’m not even sure if it is related to the movie “Night Shift” but it came out at the exact same time. So I always assume it was written for that movie kind of like “Romancing the Stone” by Billy Ocean which wasn’t actually in the movie by the same name.
      Anyway, I have long since lost most of my family and I miss them terribly. This song reminds me of the only time I ever went to a movie alone with my dad. My dad owned a chain of movie theaters in the DC metropolitan area. When dad would do surprise inspections at his movie theaters on weekend nights I would beg to tag along. On really bust nights dad would get behind the concession stand and scoop popcorn or help out in any way he could. And I would do the same when permitted.
      On the night dad and I saw the movie “Night Shift” we were visiting one of his theaters that I only visited that one time. It was called Cinema 7 in Crystal City (where the Pentagon is located right across from the Potomac River from the Lincoln Memorial on the Virginia side). I remember that night like it was yesterday. My dad was a very good man but very serious and didn’t speak much. I never doubted that he loved me with all of his heart but being the child of an immigrant family that had seen horror dad was reared in such a way as to not show emotion. It was a defense mechanism that my ancestors had been forced to develop that enabled them to survive atrocities the likes of which those of us in the west will never have to endure (unless we re-elect Trump).
      On the night that dad and I ended up seeing this movie I had assumed that we were just going to drive around from movie theater to movie theater checking on things. But this night was like no other. It’s possible that dad wanted to see the movie in order to predict how well it was going to do in order to strategize how many copies he wanted to lease or how to negotiate his terms with the production company. OR, maybe dad had another idea in mind. Cinema 7 was notoriously dad’s least crowded movie theater and presumably only existed because dad happened to also own the building it was in. I can’t be positive but I want to believe that dad chose for us to visit Cinema 7 on that one special evening so that we could enjoy our company together without distraction. Dad knew practically everyone in Washington DC. Had we gone to a theater in the District or in the crowded Maryland suburbs dad would have been besieged by people he knew wanting to shake hands and/or making small talk. I’d like to think that dad purposely took me to Cinema 7, a city that no native Washingtonians would ever visit as it was essentially known only for being a bottleneck for traffic exiting DC over the Key Street bridge. At the time that we saw this movie Crystal City was the site of a few apartment buildings and maybe a few restaurants. It was a stretch to even call it a “city.” The ONLY people who would purposely go to a theater in Crystal City would be workers from the Pentagon or government employees living in one of the several apartment buildings as there was absolutely nowhere to park and no subway access at the time.
      I remember loving the movie and my dad holding my hand the entire time. And I remembered dad seeming “less worried” that night. Dad was a tortured soul. Something that only he knew tormented him throughout his entire life. Dad was incredibly moral so i can only assume that he felt tremendous guilt for being alive. I know this sounds odd if stated in a vacuum, but “survivor guilt” is real and can be as paralyzing to some connected to a tragedy as the very victims of that sane tragedy.
      Dad and I watched the movie and then we went and had pizza together - just us. And on that one night dad didn’t rush. We even talked. I don’t remember what we talked about but it was light hearted and probably observational. In other words, we were moving our lips but not listening to the substance of what the other was saying. We were simply communicating our love for one another via random waveforms. The substance of this moment was not in the dialogue but in the physical waveforms we were creating with our larynx. The love was encrypted into the core of the tone of the seemingly meaningless sounds separate and distinguishable from any meaning derived from them through the lens of a human dialect.
      I miss my dad. Dad suffered to ensure that I never did. All I see around me are horrible parents. These parents shower their children with insincere platitudes. But the kids are nothing more than accessories in the lives of yuppies who must have everything. I chose early in life to never bring a child into this cruel world because I don’t have anywhere near the strength or emotional intelligence to raise a child as perfectly and as lovingly as my father and mother did theirs.

    • @TRivera13
      @TRivera13 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      As the Commodores would say your father is on the Nightshift. And it's gonna be alright.

    • @josephlocurto2129
      @josephlocurto2129 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      Listen im telling.. you.. if you catch your mom listening to this song and she smiles then you know the mourning is over.. and then the good memories will be in her head!! God bless 😊

    • @benjaminjohn305
      @benjaminjohn305 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      😢😢😢It shall be well with y'all 😞😞in Jesus's name

  • @annamaki5945
    @annamaki5945 2 ปีที่แล้ว +116

    This song brings tears to my eyes. It’s beautiful beyond words.

  • @silvanonovalis-kj2dx
    @silvanonovalis-kj2dx ปีที่แล้ว +143

    This magical song remains timeless because it conjures up emotional memories binding life and death. Some songs are like poems, they transcend the barriers of time and space.

    • @briannkoane5132
      @briannkoane5132 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      True

    • @craigmorris7298
      @craigmorris7298 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      We played this at my Dad’s calling. In May 2021 (88- double Snowmen )It was the perfect song. He was the man… a great DadDude of the 60’s… and beyond.
      “You found another home, I know you're not alone, on the nightshift ❤” ( Dad, be at peace, and in
      love with Momme eternally)
      Thanks Dad,
      Love Anthony, Andrea, Jeff and Craig…

    • @Dov_ben-Maccabee
      @Dov_ben-Maccabee ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Perfectly said.

    • @FCT8306onTwoWheels
      @FCT8306onTwoWheels 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

      its also amazing to think how many different ways a song means to different people.

  • @9one9Music
    @9one9Music 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +31

    "Nightshift" by the Commodores is a soulful tribute to two legendary artists, Marvin Gaye and Jackie Wilson, who both passed away in 1984, shortly before the song's release. The song honors their contributions to music, particularly their role in shaping R&B and soul. It is filled with emotion and nostalgia, serving as a reminder of their influence and how their music continues to resonate, even after their deaths.
    The title "Nightshift" metaphorically refers to how their voices and legacies continue to work their magic, even in the afterlife. The nightshift can be seen as a time when their spirits "work" by comforting and inspiring people through their music, despite no longer being physically present. The song praises them for their roles in bringing joy and healing to people during difficult times, as referenced in the lines, "You found another home, I know you're not alone, on the nightshift."
    The Commodores use the song to bridge a sense of loss with a sense of hope. The melancholic tone is balanced with a message of continuity and legacy, portraying the idea that the essence of Gaye and Wilson lives on through the music they created.
    Musically, "Nightshift" is reflective, with smooth, gentle rhythms and soulful harmonies that evoke the emotional depth of the subject matter. It became a crossover hit, resonating with audiences for its heartfelt delivery and timeless theme of honoring those who paved the way in music history. The song is not only a tribute but a reminder that great art and the spirit of its creators can transcend time and death.

    • @deborahwright759
      @deborahwright759 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      Hi that was nice to read ❤

    • @elizabethfrancisco3516
      @elizabethfrancisco3516 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Beautiful!

    • @rockyfortune3537
      @rockyfortune3537 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Thank you. Ive been hearing this song since i was ten. 😊and it gets better every year.

    • @chijiokemorlayy3708
      @chijiokemorlayy3708 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Insightful

  • @marazion29
    @marazion29 2 ปีที่แล้ว +166

    Came to this in 2022 ! A masterpiece that's timeless. Great bassline. We need this kind of class, now more than ever ! Pure talent, no gyrations, or auto tune. More Please.

    • @michealtom5453
      @michealtom5453 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      This is good stuff mate,,,,Australia

  • @C0wboyzfan4life
    @C0wboyzfan4life 8 ปีที่แล้ว +100

    Beautiful tribute to Marvin & Jackie, i get teary eyed sometimes when i play this. Listen closely to lyrics

    • @papucho6931
      @papucho6931 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Who was Marvin and Jackie?

    • @lindawilliams6123
      @lindawilliams6123 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@papucho6931 Marvin Gaye and Jackie Wilson.

  • @zeezmusic7245
    @zeezmusic7245 2 ปีที่แล้ว +297

    This song man whenever I feel down and I lose faith in the world altogether this song pulls me back and I feel that everything will be and is alright. God bless these guys for this classic

    • @Nyalecynthia
      @Nyalecynthia 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Medicine to the soul !!!!

    • @tonyallen6510
      @tonyallen6510 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      👍😁

    • @adrianzuaff2495
      @adrianzuaff2495 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@tonyallen6510
      Hdjdjhje

    • @wes7489
      @wes7489 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      If this song doesn't cheer you up, no one else will...

  • @lauriecastor6329
    @lauriecastor6329 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +22

    What would this country be without Motown and this excellent music!!!!

    • @wh4tth3h3ll
      @wh4tth3h3ll 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Totally

  • @jamaalosman125
    @jamaalosman125 4 ปีที่แล้ว +452

    When Legends paid respect to Legends
    RIP Marvin Gaye & Jackie Wilson

    • @elsabeabrahams2231
      @elsabeabrahams2231 4 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      Me..can'nt get enough🥰

    • @donaldyoung9002
      @donaldyoung9002 4 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      This song is so smooth and cool, love the great vocals!

    • @cjturner2008
      @cjturner2008 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Damn Right!!!

    • @adaorachike-ezema3228
      @adaorachike-ezema3228 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Oh NoooooOO!!!!! this song just made more sense to me reading this!!! Even more beautiful knowing that it is actually a tribute !!! Awwww bless

    • @JUSREEL1978
      @JUSREEL1978 4 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      I am 42 and have been listening to this song for my whole life and your comment just told me that this song was about Marvin Gaye and Jackie Wilson. #neverknewthat

  • @benniemclaughlin3678
    @benniemclaughlin3678 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +130

    THIS IS 1 OF THE GREATEST TRIBUTES, MARVIN, JACKIE, ETC........🎵🎶💓👍!!!!!!!

    • @laraschauble
      @laraschauble 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I know Marvin is Marvin Gaye...but who is Jackie that is mentioned in the lyrics?

    • @MikeT-TheRetiredColonel
      @MikeT-TheRetiredColonel 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @@laraschauble from Google - this song is a tribute to soul/R&B singers Jackie Wilson and Marvin Gaye, both of whom died in 1984

  • @ryanmcgrath339
    @ryanmcgrath339 2 ปีที่แล้ว +130

    Rest in peace Marvin Gaye & Jacky Wilson. And a big thank you to the commordoes

  • @DizGuys
    @DizGuys 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +20

    The sound of the 80’s was predominantly positive vibes underpinned by some talented pop crafting ❤it

    • @givanhoaeb764
      @givanhoaeb764 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      😂❤🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

  • @Jennessy21
    @Jennessy21 ปีที่แล้ว +71

    This song soothes my soul after a hard days work. So tranquil.

    • @yuribaka641
      @yuribaka641 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Am seeing there is a period of success which has been knocking on your door for a very long period of time but you don't know how to open it

  • @hectorlabbe
    @hectorlabbe 2 ปีที่แล้ว +54

    Masterpiece!!! Never get tired of watching and listening to this guys with a great voice God gave them! Blessed you are ❤️ Thanks!!!

  • @reginald1817
    @reginald1817 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +123

    Man o man you can't deny the heart and deep spirituality in 80's music!!💯

    • @Aidan-nw7xz
      @Aidan-nw7xz 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +6

      Yeah dude., Modern music is so disposable, insincere and cynical.

    • @reginald1817
      @reginald1817 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

      @@Aidan-nw7xz PLEEEEEASE don't get me started about this modem day heartless, soulless, talentless crap! 🤦🏾🤦🏾🤦🏾😅😅

    • @garycarr3857
      @garycarr3857 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

      1985

    • @reginald1817
      @reginald1817 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @garycarr3857 That falls under the category of " 80'S MUSIC," right?? 🤦🏾🙄

  • @shawndwayne8622
    @shawndwayne8622 4 วันที่ผ่านมา +9

    My childhood (80s) memories are based on this kind of music.

  • @blackbird5634
    @blackbird5634 5 ปีที่แล้ว +213

    one of the smoothest, coolest, most memorable and endearing songs ever.

  • @shelbygirard8798
    @shelbygirard8798 ปีที่แล้ว +62

    Song still gives me chills, My dad loved that sound and so do I. Great tune. The Night Shift stands for Heaven. You found another home , you know you're not alone on the Night Shift.

    • @GeraceHerbert
      @GeraceHerbert ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Yea, it's a great song I always enjoy it whenever it comes up in the radio, Hey 👋

    • @robinanderson9086
      @robinanderson9086 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hello Shelby, how are you doing? You got a lovely smile.

    • @MrWierchawsky
      @MrWierchawsky ปีที่แล้ว

      What a wonderful and pretty woman ,hello my sweetie ?

    • @ililililiilililillli
      @ililililiilililillli ปีที่แล้ว

      It really does give me chills as well

  • @rubboardcindy
    @rubboardcindy 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2345

    My late husband worked at a Chemical Plant...worked the "Night Shift"..They would call into the Radio Station and request it to be played...He died 5 years ago ..This reminds me of him....RIP Lennie...

    • @twasbrillig33
      @twasbrillig33 5 ปีที่แล้ว +65

      THIS is a worthy and very touching comment!! Thank for sharing

    • @TheBossyK
      @TheBossyK 5 ปีที่แล้ว +28

      RIP K. EVANS..... I LOVE AND MISS YOU DEARLY ❤😘UNTIL I SEE THAT BIG SMILE AGAIN!

    • @NormalizeBeingNormal
      @NormalizeBeingNormal 5 ปีที่แล้ว +42

      Its people like you that GOD shows me that this world isn't all bad and we really do have some wonderful good hearted people left in this country. Thanks for sharing this with us..u deserve happiness

    • @twasbrillig33
      @twasbrillig33 5 ปีที่แล้ว +18

      @@NormalizeBeingNormal Don't worry Lonny, there are plenty of good people still, i send a big hug to you!

    • @uguruelliott6350
      @uguruelliott6350 5 ปีที่แล้ว +14

      May his sweet soul live on beyond

  • @timprice8928
    @timprice8928 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    I love this song!

  • @ohanaathletics8953
    @ohanaathletics8953 ปีที่แล้ว +94

    This has been my dad's favorite song since I was a little kid. He's 71 and I'm 42. Still his favorite song. Such a great tribute to two of the best ever.

    • @30petlin30
      @30petlin30 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      I am 72 and my kids 40 he isjust learning how much he missed

    • @robertkoprowski2782
      @robertkoprowski2782 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      81 and still jammin'

    • @oxygenthief3893
      @oxygenthief3893 ปีที่แล้ว

      My dad is 73 ,I'm 30 y/o, and I'm so happy that my mom left when i was a kid and I grew up with my dad, I have the best taste of music because of him,everything old is gold❤I don't like absolutely nothing new ,music is sh.. now, unfortunately.

    • @thomaspercival7702
      @thomaspercival7702 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Hey, I live in Northern Ont 🇨🇦, it's Jan. 31 2023, I'm also 71, still listening to these guys. Hope your father is doing well. We grew up listening to the greatest music there will never be again.

  • @carl1095
    @carl1095 10 ปีที่แล้ว +71

    Thinking of my uncle who passed today. The black sheep and character of our family but who always was 100% true and honest. R.I.P.

  • @jimwright8282
    @jimwright8282 2 ปีที่แล้ว +535

    This song is timeless. 37 years later and can still listen to it over and over again.

  • @ChrisIdumah-kb4kd
    @ChrisIdumah-kb4kd 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +265

    You're a special breed of legend if you're still here listening to this refreshing classic.

    • @deborahwright759
      @deborahwright759 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +7

      Hi yeah im a thougherbred😊😊😊😊❤

    • @TacyG
      @TacyG 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +8

      One of the best songs ever written and sung!!

    • @barrykime5580
      @barrykime5580 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

      You sure have that right.

    • @katrinawhite5574
      @katrinawhite5574 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

      Yes ✋🏾❤

    • @simeonpotts1421
      @simeonpotts1421 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

      You damn right

  • @lotuzz7409
    @lotuzz7409 5 ปีที่แล้ว +73

    One of my favourite songs of all time. Such a beautiful metaphor for death - our loved ones are not really gone, they're simply working the nightshift together, singing and being happy together. "You found another home, I know you're not alone, on the nightshift". I'm of half a mind to have this played at my funeral

    • @RockbeThyName
      @RockbeThyName 5 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Thanks for clearing up the meaning of this cool song!! I sorta thought they was talking about work!! I was a kid in the 80s when this was new.. And i justed thought the song rocked, jammed!! Its one of those songs that just stays in you head for life!!

    • @shenglongisback4688
      @shenglongisback4688 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      It like Marvin's song Mercy Mercy (Ecology) you get caught in the groove not realising it's a Love song too the Mother Earth and her creatures

    • @TheTmat007
      @TheTmat007 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @Lotuzz
      How do you know that. Well, that's one nightshift I wouldn't like to be part of.

  • @funksoulmix96
    @funksoulmix96 ปีที่แล้ว +157

    As powerful a tribute in September of 2023 as it was back in the day. Still brings a lump to the throat, a tear to the eye and MAD respect to the heart.

    • @yuribaka641
      @yuribaka641 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Hey
      am seeing there is a period of success which has been knocking on your door for a very long period of time but you don't know how to open for it🤯

    • @NYNick49
      @NYNick49 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Well said!

  • @Purple1984Rain
    @Purple1984Rain 9 ปีที่แล้ว +257

    Somewhere up above Marvin & Jackie are still smiling 30 years later at this fantastic tribute song in their honor. Like the way Walter hands over the mic to J.D. Nicholas. Sort of like a vocal relay. He just kills it on that 2nd verse intro too. "Jackie hmmm, hey what you doin' now." Sweet sounds indeed

    • @terriedowns5746
      @terriedowns5746 9 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      +Shane Anthony agree with you 100%

    • @trevorpentland6590
      @trevorpentland6590 9 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      so true

    • @ldmax
      @ldmax 9 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      +Shane Anthony It's pure genius. Gives me chills when he does that and the sweet harmonies at the end too. Such talent!

    • @mistybreon8209
      @mistybreon8209 8 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      inspirational people,good song,a song with meaning...

    • @YesBif
      @YesBif 8 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      +Shane Anthony Great song, but that 2. verse intro....oh my....its so freaking good...

  • @josephbowers5368
    @josephbowers5368 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +13

    Nothing more smooth! The old days man ! 😢👍♥️♥️♥️👍😢👍😢👍♥️

  • @thelmahatuma371
    @thelmahatuma371 2 ปีที่แล้ว +529

    listening to this song and other oldies makes me realize there was a time when life was not depressing and people genuinely enjoyed being alive. thanks to whoever recorded this i get to go back in time and have a taste of good music.

    • @thomaspercival7702
      @thomaspercival7702 2 ปีที่แล้ว +13

      I totally agree, I know this is a bit later than the 60's but that is when I grew up. I've posted this before but I'm in ovetime in this game of "life" so if only I could find a time machine to take me back and leave me there with the music.

    • @manuelkituxe8823
      @manuelkituxe8823 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Thelma, kkkkkkiaaa....please....people enjoyed being alive...a bit strong but true...now we are more like robotic...beens. Thanks...

    • @gregorywilliams1252
      @gregorywilliams1252 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Yes Thelma, you nailed it.

    • @giladpallaeon2426
      @giladpallaeon2426 2 ปีที่แล้ว +16

      I agree in a way. I think - and this may sound stupid at first - it is because of the digitalism / internet that this feelings are a thing of the past. We just did not know didn't we? We knew so so little about everything. We read it in the paper, we heard it on the radio or saw it on MTV and such. The world just was a lot slower. News traveled so slow. Today we know everything. We've seen it all ... it is just an endless repetitive datastream bringing us nothing new. We long to see something real; something really new. But bits and bytes cover everything in a millisecond. Books, movies, shows, music, news, shopping, sharing pictures ... an endless ocean of 0 and 1 that makes just no difference. It like at the end of The Truman-Show: The last episodes has ended ... what's next?
      And I work in software development and grew up in the 80s ...

    • @breadmaker
      @breadmaker 2 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      If you think the 80s weren't depressing in their own unique way, I have some bad news for you . . .

  • @pachagirl79
    @pachagirl79 3 ปีที่แล้ว +83

    I will never be over how totally gorgeous this tune is

    • @harbertrobert6960
      @harbertrobert6960 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hello friend how are you doing today and hope you are enjoying your day over there?

  • @scottbuchele4814
    @scottbuchele4814 ปีที่แล้ว +79

    This song is simply BEAUTIFUL

    • @AmiePatrickCleveland-xz1bc
      @AmiePatrickCleveland-xz1bc ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Perfection I’ll say ❤️😍

    • @B4BESS
      @B4BESS ปีที่แล้ว

      I think before they made it famous they worked nightshift with MG. Good song. And thank you for writing the lyrics down here.

  • @rwilson208
    @rwilson208 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +16

    THIS IS REAL MUSIC FOR THE SOUL

  • @paulkobia5406
    @paulkobia5406 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2451

    Lost my wife to cancer this year in March...and my twin brother 15 years ago....what memories this brings...till we meet again R.I.P my loved ones

    • @meeksluv
      @meeksluv 5 ปีที่แล้ว +29

      My condolences.

    • @Q-uzoAngelOrgoneEnergy
      @Q-uzoAngelOrgoneEnergy 5 ปีที่แล้ว +19

      Yes Good brother....
      May they both rest in peace....
      Have a blissful day, week, month and year...
      🙏❤👼

    • @eroneronald1438
      @eroneronald1438 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Paul Kobia

    • @hapsatoumohamed7908
      @hapsatoumohamed7908 5 ปีที่แล้ว +14

      Paul Kobia am so sorry for your lost i lost my son

    • @adamhill1547
      @adamhill1547 5 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Hey brotha, my condolences. Hope u are doing well and have wonderful memories

  • @jessicat1798
    @jessicat1798 2 ปีที่แล้ว +52

    I was born in 1989 and this song brings back feels from my childhood, my mom played it a lot. I will always love this song!

  • @whitneyeribo5946
    @whitneyeribo5946 2 ปีที่แล้ว +344

    my father introduced me to this song, I remember me and him sat in the car jamming to this song. I'm 22 now and I hope to come back to this one day while i'm sat in the car with my kids just like my father did and still does.

    • @scottnever8732
      @scottnever8732 2 ปีที่แล้ว +15

      weird how music as a child is installed into memory. Music you may have hated at the time becomes your go to tunes.

    • @whitneyeribo5946
      @whitneyeribo5946 2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      Yes yes you’re right. I think we like it now cause it reminds us of simpler times. Only music can evoke such feelings

    • @wes7489
      @wes7489 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      This song has it all, no further comments..

    • @tonyallen6510
      @tonyallen6510 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Right on 👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍😊🎶🎶🎶🎶

    • @tonyallen6510
      @tonyallen6510 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@scottnever8732 yes!!!!!!

  • @petraluger5357
    @petraluger5357 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

    ich werde solch gute Musik hören, bis die Welt untergeht ! Grüße aus Österreich, Austria....💗

  • @rcreed77
    @rcreed77 4 ปีที่แล้ว +207

    Sitting here on Christmas Eve missing my momma and song's like this help me cope with her passing......

    • @liberta1909
      @liberta1909 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Robert Reed RIP

    • @tyrou13
      @tyrou13 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Robert Reed amazing song.

    • @maggiethecat1538
      @maggiethecat1538 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      She is in Good Hands.. 🙏❤

    • @evelynbolden5234
      @evelynbolden5234 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Robert Reed h

    • @evelynbolden5234
      @evelynbolden5234 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Hello Robert Reed lost my mom three days after Xmas feel you they are in heaven looking down good bless us

  • @randallmcgee6329
    @randallmcgee6329 ปีที่แล้ว +102

    The two lead singers are absolutely fantastic 👏

  • @edwynnhouston1461
    @edwynnhouston1461 5 ปีที่แล้ว +610

    My dad died a month ago today. This was his favorite song, so now I play it every morning

    • @scamwitness6594
      @scamwitness6594 5 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      Truly sorry to read this Edwynn. I hope he lived to a good age and hope you are well and looking after yourself. God Bless.

    • @elizabethtimothy4776
      @elizabethtimothy4776 5 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Sending you lots of hugs dear. May your heart be healed.

    • @30petlin30
      @30petlin30 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Condolences, however he has joined a great crowd, looking back smiling, and being with you always.

    • @helendale8476
      @helendale8476 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Keep listening Edwynn

    • @niasonani4893
      @niasonani4893 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Edwynn Houston so deeply sorry for your loss, peace to your dad 🌸

  • @Danny_MacAskill
    @Danny_MacAskill หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    So smooth it’s unrealistic ❤️

  • @barrykime5580
    @barrykime5580 ปีที่แล้ว +127

    This is one of the best songs ever sung. So much meaning. These guys were not just making noise. Easy to see they have thier hearts in it. Awesome!!

    • @lpatterson5005
      @lpatterson5005 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      A think they're singing about us but mostly people who work a inconvenient and unsociable nightshift job lol not that they woukd know about working a 9-5!!

    • @barrykime5580
      @barrykime5580 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

      I don't think the song has anything to do with us. Marvin and Jacky.

    • @lpatterson5005
      @lpatterson5005 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @@barrykime5580 unless we know who Marvin is I'd say so "I know your not alone on the nightshift"
      Alot of songs are about us if you listen 👍🎄

    • @yuribaka641
      @yuribaka641 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      I checked through your profile, And i can see alot about your life. I see there's a transit period on your way but you are not perfectly positioned 😁

    • @lpatterson5005
      @lpatterson5005 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      @@yuribaka641 you weirdo🤣 that's quite sad haha

  • @marcusmabogoane6477
    @marcusmabogoane6477 5 ปีที่แล้ว +189

    There's a reason this kind of music will forever be played, it is genuine, even the new generation and generations to come will keep playing this

    • @papucho6931
      @papucho6931 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      😁👍

    • @toont6749
      @toont6749 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      25 years old I love the commodores Tavares etc 70s

    • @suelynnrussell9027
      @suelynnrussell9027 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Marcus Mabogoane you Are so Right My Brother.👍🏻

  • @karinateegra374
    @karinateegra374 6 ปีที่แล้ว +202

    My Dad passed 2 weeks ago. My younger brother told me to play this song once he had passed but I didn't know the title. I know most of his old school favourites. I was woken up at 3.20am this morning with this song in my head not knowing the lyrics or the song title. I got up and had to find the song so I could play it. Here I am, I've found your song dad. The only song I didn't know. Thank you for coming to me & for showing me this. You woke me up to play your song since I missed it! I love you ❤

    • @woofolliesmydog8628
      @woofolliesmydog8628 6 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      May his memory be a blessing:-)

    • @discodroidz429
      @discodroidz429 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      xx.

    • @sarahclark8350
      @sarahclark8350 6 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Hi Karina, I'm so sorry about your Dad passing. Last night this song came into my mind and I didn't know the title or artist too! I texted an audio of my voice humming the tune to my brother and he knew it. I bought the song today! After reading your comment, I'm thinking of it as a message from my estranged biological father in Heaven. May your Heart continue to hold onto the bond of Love....that never breaks..Amen! Blessings upon your heart & mind....Love lighting the way through music. Huggy♡

    • @Denilson-Carreiro
      @Denilson-Carreiro 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Very touching words. This song remind my beloved grandma. She passed away in that period.

    • @barefoot191
      @barefoot191 6 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      My heart goes out to you as losing a loved one is one of the hardest things in life to endure. God bless you and the soul of your father.

  • @Whit270
    @Whit270 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Good tune !

  • @jackatomin
    @jackatomin 4 ปีที่แล้ว +257

    It ain’t just Marvin...the Commodores also sing their hearts in every line.

    • @breezygirl3135
      @breezygirl3135 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      kato mcmunch Yesss! ❤️

    • @ThebigGLRams
      @ThebigGLRams 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      They were separated by then right...?

  • @gerorozco
    @gerorozco ปีที่แล้ว +60

    I'm Mexican and this song is all about pride and about the past. I get emotional with this this song. Love my brothers and what this song represents, Love this classic by these wonderful voices. These men have wonderful voices.

    • @RealAaron317
      @RealAaron317 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      No its not its a tribute to soul/R&B singers Jackie Wilson and Marvin Gaye, both of whom died in 1984. The did a update version when MJ died in 2009

    • @heastoida
      @heastoida ปีที่แล้ว

      😅

    • @gerorozco
      @gerorozco ปีที่แล้ว

      I know it's not a tribute to Mexicans. When I say brothers, I'm talking about my black brothers. And I did know it's about Marvin and Jake but this song is so powerful that it sends messages about love. It's a TRUE classic! Still brings tears to my eyes often.@@RealAaron317

  • @michaelnesmith4458
    @michaelnesmith4458 ปีที่แล้ว +117

    This song reminds me of my mom, who is no longer here. This was one of her favorite songs. She absolutely loved this song

    • @jamesodera5541
      @jamesodera5541 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      I feel you bro..... May her soul rest with the angels

    • @marymckenna9273
      @marymckenna9273 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I am 68 and I was young when this came out. This is one of my favorite songs for many years. I bet she is up there dancing and singing with Marvin and Jackie etc. and having a great time. I truly believe this son. God bless.

    • @DoritosResidue
      @DoritosResidue ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Reminds me if my dad (R.I.P) playing this in his Camero Traveling over the San Pedro bridge at night over looking the whole Long Beach docks and Naval Base in the 80s. R.I P to our parents we had an awesome memorable childhood.

    • @rotorudage
      @rotorudage ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I am sorry for your loss. My mom passed just 9 days ago. God rest their souls

    • @charlesgill263
      @charlesgill263 ปีที่แล้ว

      So Sorry For Your Loss Michael :(

  • @CRUSHENGLISH
    @CRUSHENGLISH 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Argubly the best tribute song ever produced!

  • @DeathGodGaming666
    @DeathGodGaming666 4 ปีที่แล้ว +413

    Played this song for my dad as he died in my arms in the hospital. This was his favorite song. Man I wish I could hear his voice or see him again 😥

    • @AndySeymour
      @AndySeymour 4 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      Izzy, that's beautiful.

    • @BOX3DOUT
      @BOX3DOUT 4 ปีที่แล้ว +20

      you can, just close your eye and you will hear him. energy never dies. the body is but a vessel for the soul.

    • @israeltrujillo8183
      @israeltrujillo8183 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      You will brother

    • @JamesGadbury
      @JamesGadbury 4 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      Shed a tear for you. Take care

    • @monicak1494
      @monicak1494 4 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      I’m so sorry for your loss 🥺🥺

  • @donald2409
    @donald2409 7 ปีที่แล้ว +69

    What a gorgeous song this is and how fresh it still sounds - passing all tests of endurance.

  • @squirrelbutler2119
    @squirrelbutler2119 ปีที่แล้ว +271

    Just a great song. The writing, the arrangement, the soul.
    This is a great song.
    I love the backstory on it, that the record label had declined to promote the single because Lionel Ritchie had left, and that they funded it themselves.
    Classic story

    • @donnakaraokemoods9972
      @donnakaraokemoods9972 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      Wow really I'm so glad they knew there worth ❤

    • @flemmingdanjensen
      @flemmingdanjensen ปีที่แล้ว +4

      It Swing so good

    • @tcjonesedits9074
      @tcjonesedits9074 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      And they won the Grammy

    • @squirrelbutler2119
      @squirrelbutler2119 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      @@tcjonesedits9074 They did. One of their best songs

    • @exspiravit6920
      @exspiravit6920 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yeah we took Lionel as our own (we meaning white people LOLOL) That's Chapelle and Mooney saying that back in 2005 and jt was funny. This is about the time (when this song released) we gave James Brown back.

  • @leopoldoblancososa7093
    @leopoldoblancososa7093 6 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    Marvin and Jackie, Thanks for makes our lives better through your beautiful Voices. May God Bless You two Always.

  • @TheIsinta
    @TheIsinta 2 ปีที่แล้ว +567

    This song is a powerful tribute to those who've gone before us. I miss my dad. 16 years later, I still wish he was here. Legend to me.

    • @1959dirtyplaya
      @1959dirtyplaya 2 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      God bless you steve I miss my dad to.

    • @JLeppert
      @JLeppert 2 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      I'm blessed that the only hero I've ever had is my dad, AND he's the only hero I've ever needed.

    • @carlenerose9374
      @carlenerose9374 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Sending love to you ❤️🙏🏾

    • @TheIsinta
      @TheIsinta 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@carlenerose9374 Thank you very much.

    • @TheIsinta
      @TheIsinta 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      @@1959dirtyplaya bless you too. They are in a better place, I think.

  • @simeonpotts1421
    @simeonpotts1421 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +260

    Marvin, Michael, Prince, Tupac….. we’ve lost a lot of good ones since then. 🙏🏻

    • @hectorlabbe
      @hectorlabbe 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +9

      Tina and Whitney too!!!

    • @era783
      @era783 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +6

      And Sting, Mark Hollis, Colin Vearncomb, ...!

    • @wakimwayiwakimwayi3618
      @wakimwayiwakimwayi3618 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

      Luther Vandros and Coolio too.

    • @sebastiaofaria8233
      @sebastiaofaria8233 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

      Verdade 😢
      Eram bons demais 👊🏾

    • @FjTi-wn3qm
      @FjTi-wn3qm 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

      Absolutely right 👍👍👍👑

  • @TlotlanangnickyTabane
    @TlotlanangnickyTabane หลายเดือนก่อน +9

    Definitely still listening 🎧🎶

  • @JulioRemaliah
    @JulioRemaliah ปีที่แล้ว +152

    I wish we still made music like this ❤️

    • @kathconserv
      @kathconserv 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      We don’t need anymore. There’s tons of classics.

    • @JulioRemaliah
      @JulioRemaliah 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@kathconserv Speak for yourself.

    • @verasityserpentine
      @verasityserpentine หลายเดือนก่อน

      That time has passed us by. Another era now

    • @tony4534
      @tony4534 23 วันที่ผ่านมา

      We? You never made nothing.

  • @gregscott6028
    @gregscott6028 6 ปีที่แล้ว +651

    My wife went blind last year. Her heart is giving on her now. I love this song. It gives hope.

    • @hneebrn
      @hneebrn 6 ปีที่แล้ว +19

      Sending you some love and prayers.

    • @TheSiddy74
      @TheSiddy74 6 ปีที่แล้ว +14

      Greg - my heart goes out to you and your wife, my friend

    • @worldwebnewsdp9549
      @worldwebnewsdp9549 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I give Sam love

    • @deaneherewini8752
      @deaneherewini8752 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      much love

    • @alimamykonteh6936
      @alimamykonteh6936 6 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      God bless you, and God bless your family bro.

  • @LeiasStandIn
    @LeiasStandIn 2 ปีที่แล้ว +325

    Probably the best musical tribute to any artist, anywhere. Moving and uplifting and memorable (“I bet you’re singing’ proud/I bet you’ll pull a crowd”)

    • @garycollinsworth7311
      @garycollinsworth7311 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      I’d be proud too

    • @lennoxjoseph9921
      @lennoxjoseph9921 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      LeiasStandIn so true that so much of an incredible song

    • @niallmcentee9400
      @niallmcentee9400 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      And not just a tribute to one artist but two. So beautiful

    • @krismorton9864
      @krismorton9864 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Dittos :) and great profile pic btw

    • @israelesquivel8363
      @israelesquivel8363 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      My pops always did ! Pull a crowd !

  • @АндреянРайков
    @АндреянРайков 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

    One of the best song , I loved !!!!

  • @drlov2000
    @drlov2000 5 ปีที่แล้ว +71

    Still rocking it in 2019 My favorite commodores song. RIP Jackie and Marvin!

  • @shellyash7592
    @shellyash7592 4 ปีที่แล้ว +85

    These songs never gets old 💞

    • @virgoblue7865
      @virgoblue7865 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      It's a timeless Classic song of all time

    • @williamsparker8048
      @williamsparker8048 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I agree with you, indeed Bob Seger is a great and talented artist who's songs never goes out of style,
      he's one of my favorites artist, he's songs still and
      always heals the Soul, I pray God gives you lot of beautiful days.

  • @JeffTheNebraskaDJ
    @JeffTheNebraskaDJ หลายเดือนก่อน +6

    ANOTHER TIMELESS CLASSIC! 80"S MUSIC RULES!! the dj

  • @guidodiman
    @guidodiman ปีที่แล้ว +59

    The melodic bass with that tone effect is exceptional !!

  • @hairlikewool.1435
    @hairlikewool.1435 4 ปีที่แล้ว +111

    It's cruel what time can do to man.. Enjoy every moment of your life.

    • @ignatiusgwabada8776
      @ignatiusgwabada8776 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      You want to see cruelty trying living forever.

    • @sharonbraselton4302
      @sharonbraselton4302 ปีที่แล้ว

      añeñ toó that thàts why few iñmoryal gúds we need moee óñmírysl gídß

  • @akeem1221
    @akeem1221 3 ปีที่แล้ว +333

    As a young child living in the countryside of Kenya, I could always stop to listen to this song on the Radio, They played it over and over again and I fell in love with it. I am still enjoying it to date.

    • @autorepair2321
      @autorepair2321 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Mambo bro ..... tuko Kenya...na bado we listening to this... wewe uko wapi

    • @animentvet1713
      @animentvet1713 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Kenya all the way

    • @seifabdi9248
      @seifabdi9248 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Brings back memories..

    • @ednakawira4413
      @ednakawira4413 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Classic 105 fm with kingangi and maina kegeni ,,, thy are my favorite back then until now

    • @autorepair2321
      @autorepair2321 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@ednakawira4413 vipi sweetie