So THIS Is What Happened to The Boys - Motown's Boy Band
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 16 พ.ย. 2021
- The Boys’ songs “Dial My Heart” and “Crazy” flooded the airwaves in the late 80s and early 90s. Signed to Motown Records, the quartet of brothers were marketed as the generation’s new version of the Jacksons. They were cute, talented, and charismatic, but after delivering three albums and a string of hits, they disappeared from mainstream music. Here’s what happened
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I’m so glad the parents were involved in their sons’ lives. They truly had their best interest at heart and made sure their obtained their own dreams and multiple streams of income at a young age.
i know right!
Yes!
Brilliant parents. I respect them and their hustle. Glad to know The Boys all grew up in a stable environment. 🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾
Word! Too bad Aaron Carter's Parents didn't have his back. All they cared about was living off of his Bank. At one point he almost became another Music Statistic.
@@laminage Stories like that are far too common in the industry 😔
Wow, this is such a great story!! No drug abuse, no jail sentences, no homelessness, no chaos or dysfunction. Nothing but success and prosperity. Big shoutouts to the parents for grooming such brilliant brothas!!
Unfortunately they dad did have a few issues.
@@CandidlyToni Oh ok. I wasn't even aware. I'm glad they still seemingly turned out to be happy and healthy.
I agree. They were great.
No drug abuse, no jail time, no homelessness, no chaos or dis-function.. so of course there's also no MOVIE!!..
Much love and respect for one of my favorite groups coming up❤️❤️🔥❤️🔥❤️🔥❤️💯
Shout out to Black Fathers being super involved in their childrens lives 🙌🏾
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Or just both parents...🤷🏿♀️ Dad didn't stand out anymore than mum in this doc. They both took management classes and reared them well....but yea...shout out to a father doing his damned job🤦🏿♀️ mothers never receive that kind of praise....because its expected.
Black fathers need to step up more so their doing so isn't some kind of phenomenon.🙄
Most appreciated... I am one... Danielle Hunter... Track and Field Timberline High School... the next US Olympian 2024...
Love it!
@@missladyanonymity Mothers never receive that kind of praise? Did you grow up in the nineties? In the nineties all the way to modern times their were loads of songs praising mothers like Mama Dear by Kill Kill, Dear Mama by Tupac, A Song for Mama, by Boyz II Men, Blue by Beyonce, Hey Mama by kanye West and lots of others. hardly any song tributes was made for dads by Rap and R and B artist. And even mothers days seem to get more attention then fathers day. Clearly the OP is giving shot outs to fathers because fathers do not get the level of recognition that they deserve.
They came out of it without controversy, abuse and trauma. I absolutely love that
Their story has got to be the unicorn of the recording industry. They were a hit, parents had their back, made great investments, etc and came out on the other end intact.
Exactly 💯💯
That's the movie we need to see.
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They were a HUGE HIT back in my day... The Boyz walked so ABC could run..
Them and The Whispers
i'm so glad that the parents took a course about the music business. they are really loving parents because they looked out their kids, as the music business is a dangerous beast.
I know right?? They must not offer courses like that anymore. 🤔 People would sure be able to benefit from them.
@@courtneypalmer53 We have the internet and books that can teach about the music industry. But a course is still better because a person can ask the teacher questions about things they might not understand about the music industry.
What happened too The Fam-Lee , the group Jam Master Jay signed ?
Very rare to hear about a group back then that wasn’t taken advantage of by a record label! Great job parents! 🙌🏾
Fun fact- Hakeem had produced or wrote a song for Akon on his first project. Yeah The Boys were a class act, and they definitely had the right people around them! Salute to those guys, im proud of them! Major Respect.....
Trusno do u have any music or production out now?
Glad to see their parents made sure they were well grounded.
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They were ahead of their time and accomplished everything, very smart kids , I'm glad their parents was up on their game!!!💯💯💯💯💯
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F A C T S !! !!
I’ve also seen their story on Unsung. Their parents did well by them and made sure they were not taken advantage of.
Hopefully n great
Such a beautiful story I love their parents for not letting ppl take advantage of their kids. ❤️❤️❤️
Thanks for watching ❤️
BIG shout out to their parents for protecting them and making the experience fun for them!
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They were so adorable! 'Dial My Heart' brings back so many memories...the good ole carefree days 😊
Yes, the good ol' days!
@@rrg I was born and raised in Los Angeles, Ca in 1971. I remember these days for sure.. L.A. was a wonderful place back then.. K.J.L.H. Front Page at 5am weekdays.. Stevie Wonder, Marvin Gaye.. these young men.. the Boys... the music before gangsta rap.. our music was beautiful and full of emotion and life.. so yea.. the good ol' days for sure...
One of my happiest childhood memories was dancing around my lit up Christmas tree and Dial my heart was playing on the radio.
Yes indeed
Talk about it sis!
This update makes me smile. So nice to hear that they are all living the lives that they want to live.
Thanks for watching ❤️
I am happy to learn that The Boyz continued to become independent thinkers, culturally literate, and in control of their own destinies. I am very proud of them. I produced a documentary decades ago called GETTING BABY OFF THE BOTTLE, to which these young artists lent their talent in Los Angeles, CA. They were wonderful, helping us spread the message about the dangers of alcohol. I never heard from them again. But I am eternally grateful to them and to their parents, and I wish them all a happy new year 2022. Carmen Hayward-Stetson
I am so proud of their parents! Their kids could have been slaves to their own music let alone they didn't sell their souls!🙏🏿🙏🏿🙏🏿🙏🏿❤❤❤❤❤
Yup, they did right by them ❤️
This comment should've gotten more likes 👍 👍🏾. Well said 👏🏾
232 is more than enough
Amen
Wow this was such a nice story. I loved the fact that they were so open minded well traveled & went back to Africa. It’s beautiful to see black men exploring and living well not dealing with America’s racism. And I love how they continued performing doing what the loved. And shout out to the parents for keeping them grounded 👏🏾👏🏾 Very nice to see where life took them.
True, I see a lot of people complaining about how horrible and racist and WS this country is but they never travel to or do anything to support countries with majority black population and/or places where their ancestors come from in Africa. If America is not for us then why stay?
This had nothing to do with race. They did what they did uniquely to themselves and two of them came back to the US to live. So, lets let there story be no more no less than that. All of this happened way before the 2020 madness and it seems even before the 2013 Trayvon thing. They were wildly blessed kids and individuals that didn't let the world conquer them.
@@chriss4357 I’m sorry but I don’t remember asking for your opinion. The fact that you’re bringing up 2020 and Travon Martin shows your ignorance I didn’t even mention that but that’s probably all you know when comes to race your mind isn’t capable of expanding that far and please don’t try to silence or correct me I said what I said. I’ve been black all my life traveled to different countries and was born in a different country and I guarantee you there is a difference the way black people are treated in America. Know what you’re talking about before you speak and may I suggest you read a book or two. The audacity is ridiculous.
@@arieschild6883 May I ask where born? I'm black, too, just so we know this is a equal conversation.
@@Jaheartsjonas well, African Americans have quite literally been In this country extending over 400 years, most of us can trace our African American lineage over eight generations and it was our ancestors who helped build this land, not only that but we’ve built our own culture, identity, & history here as AAs and people aren’t just ready to up and leave because of racism that nobody is new to.
I'm so glad they remained close and never had any negativity going on. This is what I love to hear stories like this because stories these days are so painful for artists. I'm glad their parents learned and guided them every step of the way. I'm glad they were not misguided.
About time somebody parents got it right. This is so refreshing not to hear a story of the industry taking advantage of young black artists…
They did very well in the end. A lot of artists just spiral out of control but these men turned their blessings into even bigger blessings. Thank GOD they had parents that looked out for them and were so supportive. Their parents decided to make such a wise decision to educate themselves by taking classes that helped their kids.
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It’s nice to see they’re all doing well and they have a nice ending to their story.
Thanks so much for watching ❤️
Indeed 🙌🙌🙌🙌
Kudos, to their parents for being involved and keeping their boys safe throughout their career. 🙂👏🏾👏🏾
Great story. The industry could not turn them. Also glad to see them all living their best life on the mother continent.
Very few parents in the industry who actually do their part
Very true
I can't name any except the twins in sister sister
@@melanielazare9 Kim and Alexis fields, Malcolm Jamal Warner and all the Cosby kids, Tatyana Ali and all the kids from fresh Prince, Tia and Tamera brothers tahj, all the kids from smart guy, all from moesha,etc. Not a lot but a couple of more that I can think of.
@@00sbabyoldschoolspirit80 your right there is more that needs recognition.
Oh my goodness we were in looooove with The Boys, ABC, immature and Kris Kross!!!! I swear I had a boyfriend in every group lol 😂….This takes me back to my childhood. Thank you RRG, great job as usual.
Dang, leave some boys for the rest of us! 🤣🤣
@@rrg …Lol!! IKR 😅
Yes. Hakeem, GA, and Kris Smith.😂😂
I remember them from the 80’s. I had an uncle who was crazy about their music. I’m so glad they didn’t sink into self destructive habits such as the drug addictions so many stars we cease hearing from do. It is a comfort to know they are well and healthy. I think their parents are definitely to be commended for this!
one-hundred, one-hundred-percent they do!!!!!
I still have a letter Bilal wrote to my 3 year old son at that time, thank you young men for turning out to be great
Aww how sweet!
My son is now 37, doesn't like me say his that lol but it was a great memory with a smile
When music was really music. Dial my heart really was the jam. Bring back the days when we could dance and not be worried about curse words
When I tell you I was in LOVE with this group. I used to sit and listen to my tapes all over and over and literally cry. I had their posters all over my walls. I was like 9, lol. My cousin and I used to fight about whether Hakim was my or her boyfriend! 🤣🤣🤣
He was a cutie 😂❤️
Unfortunately I wasn't at the age to really appreciate them as a group; however I immediately remembered the oldest when you showed the parody of the kids performing to Michael Jackson's "Bad" video. 😮 I used to love that version. When you showed his picture I was like "Okay!! I remember him" lol.
😂😂😂😂😂 relatable!!!
Honey…. You weren’t alone here. My cousins and I each took turns with Hakeem being our boyfriend 🤣🤣🤣💀💀
Neither, he was mines 😂
"When artists possessed REAL talent!" 🤣🤣🤣 shots fired.
Did we lie though? 😂😂
I had these fellahs in heavy rotation on my Walkman and Boom Box in Junior High and High School so I was scared to watch this video, thinking their story ended in tragedy. Such a relief to hear their parents never lost sight of raising them right as a priority and protected them throughout their success and didn't let any evils in. Their story would make an awesome biopic (if it hasn't been done yet).
I love The Boys! The first album my Daddy bought me was The Boys first album! He got it for me on vinyl and I still have it to this day!
That’s a classic album!
Dope
Shouts to their parents for protecting them and Motown needs to be exposed
I love that the parents protected their best interests.
@@2012misstee I totally agree , need more of that in the music business of this generation.
Hands down the best success story ive heard yet. Amazing parents .
One of the best “ endings” I’ve heard in like ever. This really made my day. Thank you for posting this and all your work.
Thanks for watching ❤️
As a Journalism major I would like to give the writer of this segment their flowers!! that was so well-written..NEXT..you know I was a HUGE The Boys fan.. dang..Babyface wrote for every black artist that ever existed !! hahaha
Thank you and thanks so much for watching! ❤️❤️
Babyface is the GOAT
I remember these guys they were huge. But by the time their third album came out in 1992 gangsta rap took over. That wasn’t their style and was the reason they got lost in the industry. Luckily they had great parents protecting. Most kid groups always has a member that’s either dead or in prison. But all of them avoided that.
Yup, they're all doing well! ❤️
Rap killed MTV and decent music soul music , what a shame
As I remembered it, the Boys wanted more creative control over their music as they transitioned through the second LP and into the third. Hakeem was becoming a solid producer and engineer in the studio, and they all were improving as songwriters and vocalists. The idea to be gangster in sound and appearance for ‘Saga’ was THEIR idea, not Motown’s. They held their ground when the label didn’t promote that record or the singles from it, and walked away on their own terms. Awesome story not only about the Suns themselves, but also about their parents.
@@tur74d56 nah, corporations killed Hip Hop & made it Rap. MTV ain’t shit, they was about to fall off, & MJ saved them. Before that they wouldn’t even play Black Music...
@@elifoster4367 People always say MTV would not play black music , this is not correct , long before Michael was on the scene plenty successful Black groups and solo artists were very successful
I love The Boys beyond words, even still to this day. Extremely talented family.
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Yesss I remember me and my sister called the boys ,man when my parents got the phone bill we was in trouble 😜 I remember like yesterday it was worth it 🥰 💯
Not y’all blowing up the phone bill 😂😂 did you get to speak to them?
@@rrg 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂
Happy to know that they're all doing well. Their parents did right by them. Need more parents like them in that industry.
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Right 😍
So true, however they don't exist. Glad they parents protect from the music industry.
I LOVE how their lives turned out 😭
So do we 😀 thank you for wat hung ❤️
This is truly one of the best docs I've ever viewed.
Thanks so much Terence ❤️
Shoutout to their parents for being protective && having the best interest for their children.
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Every parent should do this especially when kids are in the industry
@@nigerjenkins6372 Yes !
Great to hear they didn't fall to the demons of the music industry.
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Absolutely!!!
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🌬️💨💨💨 I consider myself to be a student of ALL MUSIC from various era's although my all-time "Old School" favorite era of music is the smooth sounds of the 70's. I'm a millennial, but music transcends time. I HAVE NEVER HEARD OF THIS GROUP OR THEIR MUSIC🤷🏾♀️...
...NOW THAT I KNOW, I'm going to be a student of their music.
Really? Well their time was brief lol
@@rrg Lol...Well, I guess that explains it then!😂
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I miss those days too 💜💗I'm 33, so I was born the same year their first album came out. R&B is my favorite genre of music; especially from the 70's, 80's and 90's. I always wondered what happened to them. I wondered about more R&B groups like them from the 80's and 90's like Another Bad Creation, The Gyrlz etc. I'm glad that they're doing well. Their parents deserve a lot of credit for staying involved in their lives when it came to the business side of the music industry. Their father wasn't playing around and that is a good thing. Thank you for this video.
That's what it's all about family! I love how the boys left the music label behind and now doing their own thing.
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DIAL MY HEART ❤️ was my sh!t!! Ahhh good ol memories man!! The 90s was definitely the golden era of R&B music! What a time to be alive💥
Awww, this episode warmed my heart. I’m glad all brothers are doing well..
So are we ❤️
The boys have BLESSED PARENTS who were looking at the future! Today parents sell out their children for fame. Congrats on them going back to their roots and being positive role models. This story made me SMILE 😃
If most child stars parents were like this, the world would be a better. They didn’t only have love and support, they had spirituality which kept them grounded. This is inspiring❤️
so glad their story turned out good. a big frickin eff you to those that wanted to ruin em but couldnt b/c mom and dad were ALWAYS there....so glad they didnt get their hooks into those boys!
Also the parents went out there to learn about the music industry so they couldn't get taken advantage by the record labels. And they wanted the best for their children and not their personal bank accounts.
That was a refreshing and much needed update on these talented young men.. So many horror stories from that industry.. I thank you for this one for real RRG..
Thanks so much for watching ❤️❤️❤️
The Earth, Wind & Fire video that The Boys appeared in was the "System of Survival (SOS)" video. It was a short appearance but the kids could move so I always remembered that little part of the video. They looked like they were having fun and the song jammed when it came out. It was a different sound for EWF as they were trying to keep up with the changing music vibe that The Boys were riding at the time. Those were my DJ'ing days and the music was good.
Also they sings ewf heritage in 1990
This is the best story I've ever heard about a group of young entertainers. I give big props to their parents for maintaining their standing in their career choices and I am so happy they're so doing wonderfully!! I get tired of hearing about the tragedies of the industry. Thank God for those who survive positively ❤❤❤
Donnie Simpson BET at its best
Loved his show!
That's what I'm talking about! I wish all parents in the industry are like theirs. I'm glad they are so grounded and giving back to the community. Can't say that about these entertainers in this generation.
I always wondered what happened to them. Glad to know they did, and are doing, well. Glad parents were heavily involved. Love their vegan journey and living abroad story. Love them even more.
Check ✔️ out Unsung
This story was so beautiful, this brings me back memories when I was a little girl. Miss those days. So glad they are doing good 🤗🙏🏽🖤
🎶Dial my heart... You can dial my heart 🎶.... My ish as a kid.... What I miss about this Era is r&b existed lol... Good days...
Great story about a family doing things the right way.
Love to see it 🙌🏾❤️
I remember being around their age when that first album dropped. Good memories. 🌝
I’m so happy to hear their journey! They weren’t robbed by record labels like so many were…their parents were the best managers a young group can have! I wish their entire family continued blessings and good favor for the rest of their earthly lives 🙏🏾🙌🏾
Man do I miss those days when music was an everyday part of my life the sensation of listening to music 🎶 on a spring or summer day ..fun and innocent time
Life was so fun and so easy back then 😔
@@rrg ..I feel exactly where your coming from ..all the smooth ..hiphop artist who had educational stories to tell to the pop R&B singers who sung about true love and how to treat a woman ..and the smell in the air was different..I guess that's why their called the good Ole days
Yessssss. Man, everything was perfect back then in the "ole days'." We must be getting old LOL Dang, if only we could go back....
I LOVED THEM growing up... and I might had got in trouble a few times for 2- $20 5 minute calls to the boys!! 🤣🤣🤣 Shout out to the parents!!!! They made sure their sons' souls wasn't for sell!!!
Amen
Me too🤣🤣
Aman
Me too!! 😂😂
Abdulsamad brothas!!
Mane, I was the biggest fan and still am. If they ever decided to tour, I am there! Mr. Jabari and Ms. Angela ❤️.
I was in love with the two oldest brothers 🥰 they always talked about how their parents were always with them too… love seeing this update and so glad they’re doing well!!!
Thank you for your due diligence in creating this episode about The Boys. I used to love Dial My Heart and Crazy. Definitely the good old days when you had to be genuinely charismatic and talented to make a name for yourself in such a brutal industry. The family dynamic is also INSPIRING! God bless their parents for keeping them grounded with a business sense. 🙏🏾♥️
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I use to love them. They were so cute and music was fun. I like how they did their thing and as they grew they realized it was time to move on to other things.
It’s so crazy this is here cause I’ve really being jamming them these past months. Enjoying this!!
They where good
They had some jams back in the days off their first album Dail my heart , my Lucky charm, and a little Romance
Off their second album Crazy & Thanks for the funk was a jam too and an thing call love.
I loved the Boyz when they came out....So glad there is a beautiful story attached to them and that they all are doing well ♥️♥️
These boys were and still are a successful story! This is how you stay within yourself and make great choices in life.
Thank you for this trip down memory lane! Crazy was my song! I glad to hear they are all doing well!
Thanks for watching ❤️
This was a great update! I’m so happy they found their purpose in life and we’re not scared to let the industry go, God provided for them with their parents and the wise choices made for them.
The fact they weren’t scared to leave and go live a different life than the glitz and fame is beautiful.
That part
Now generation could never
so glad to be an 80’s baby I was a big fan of the group. It was crazy ! They were everywhere
It really makes my heart smile to hear a happy ending and seeing how involved both their parents were
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This was a really dope video! I was born in 1980! So these boys grew up around my time and they are really very much appreciated! Thank you so much for coming up with this video. This is one of those stories that seem like it has a happy ending! We need more of these stories!
WONDERFUL ! ! !
Me and my cousin were in love with this group when we were young. ❤
Great video as always. I am going a terrible breakup right now so I need to watch whatever will help me. I love dial my heart.
Aww you'll get through this sis ❤️
@@rrg thanks girl. I feel so devastated. But I’m gonna be ok I just need time.
@@doreensika837 never forget that you are loved ❤️
@@rrg awww. Thanks. I really appreciate that.
I’ll be going through a break up soon. Why do we love love when love seems to hate us 😔
Really glad to hear how parents initially educated themselves regarding the music industry. The boys are blessed to have been raised with both parents. They seem like a healthy, happy, caring family who survived the record industry business in tact. Good job."Boys",also Mom and Dad, u make us proud. 💪🤗😂
I Loooooooveeeeeeeed The Boys back then!!! I had such a crush in Hakeem. I listened to their tapes over and over nonstop. ❤️ If there is a chance. DJ would remember to play The Boys I’m just instantly transported back in time to my childhood.
I’m soo glad to hear that they are all doing well and still very close. Blessings to their parents for being the right kind of parents to put their kids safety and well-being first. Glad they were there to make smart decisions with contract deals & money.
I will definitely check out their music now!
Nice to finally see a celebrity story with a happy & humble ending.
I LOVE this story! The parents involvement and the positive current life the boys now live is fantastic! It’s so refreshing to hear a Hollywood family story that’s not full of shade, drama, drugs and death. Good for them! Wonderful story! 💝
This warmed my heart. Major props to their parents!!!! It is so beautiful that all of them are living healthy and productive lives❤❤❤
Had a huge crush on Hakeem❤❤❤ The good ole days, omg!! I truly enjoyed this video and the outcome of their success. Thanks Mom and Dad for protecting them🌹❤
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Thissssssss !!🙏🏽🤗thank you for taking me down memory lane. (You never disappoint)👌🏽
🎤"dial my hearrrrrrrt, just dial my hearrrrrrt...yeah yeah yeahh🎶! I never missed a step dancing 2this song with my pointy patent leather shoes with the colored bows for shoestrings, stirrup pants, denim jacket with buttons of my favorite groups & my bangs stacked high in the air🤩. I loved them all equally too,never had a favorite. They were just GREAT. #80's rocked ! #90's ruled!
They don't make songs or revere Females with songs like Dial My Heart or You got me going crazy...Now it's "Bi**h, DM me....
So sad and so true
BIG FACTS
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Love their Monster R and B classic: Dial My Heart.
I was so in love with this group as a kid. I will never forget my favorite song "Happy".
I LOVED them growing up! Definitely gives me a good nostalgic feeling!
Talk about a happy ending, that's rare. Good story 🧡
Thanks for watching ❤️
So true
That when kids look their age
True!
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This is a great story! I'm so happy that these young men had parents to look after them an not be consumed by greed...
Im am so happy for them!!! 🖤🖤🖤
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I think they were on Unsung and Iwatch it everytime it reruns.
Loved this story. Always wondered what became of them. Now I know, and my heart is gladdened! 🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾
We love happy endings too 😍❤️
I loved this group. I did not know about their 3rd album. I met them at the burger king near my home in Dayton, Ohio where they were doing promo for their album. Its crazy because they arrived in a van like an astro van. No security just like regular people. They were a great group who appears to be doing great things with their life. Thanks for this video.
I sure do miss those days, but happy that I can reminisce thanks to TH-cam 💞