I bought my first one a little more than 25 years ago when I was 15. I'm 40 now and this was on the first one that came out. I miss Butterball. RIP to him. He and Jerry Blavat were the only white radio boys who truly knew what it was all about when it came to R&B and black music listeners.
My husband and I use to sing this song to each other. He transitioned in 2014 and whenever I hear it I can hear him singing it to me. This is truly my forever song.
A chill ran through my body when I heard this song. Class & elegance the current generation will never understand. I listen to this song everyday. Classic sound.
Never forget blasting this song in the olney plaza on my way to see the my late dad at Einstein on broad street I had the wise folks turning their and looking in awe
Also, Mike, you were a musician out of Philly right? Is there a story about how you wound up with this group from Ohio? Were you a member of the band or were hired to lay down the sax track? What are you doing now?
I'm 23 and my dad was born in 59. I'm very grateful to have been raised on this song, the Isley Brothers, the Ojays, the Ebonys, and other iconic groups and rnb legends. It truly shaped who I am today. Love this cut!
Grew up with Booker on St. Louis Ave in Youngstown. I thought he was going to be the next Bill Russell, a basketball legend. His dad was a Ted Mack Amateur Hour alum, and you would hear the two of them singing, their voices filling the air with pure inspirational and relaxing lyrics. I was saddened to learn of his recent passing but know that he continues to make heaven an even more special place with his inspirational voice. RIP my friend.
Just passing Thur I remember summertime for on hot summer nights as a kid playing hearing this song thanks mom and dad and with my family and friends hanging out with my family for the backyard BBQ days in th summertime outside heat playing outside I remember what I was wearing my blue and white tank top with my Adidas walking my friend home at night what a wonderful time to be alive this was out 1977 summertime it was hot too I remember like it was yesterday ✍️ 2/ 20/ 23 peace everyone new castle stand up 💯
Booker Newberry Hi, yes this is a great song, and I hear music by ear and this song caught my attention back in the day....I went out and bought this album just for this song........This song is so beautifully sung..........Great classic!
My dad loved this song so much he went to Rasputin and searched through archives because he couldn’t remember the name of the band. Placed a special order to get the cd and sang at the top of his lungs with the music blasting in his 2000 S550 merceders Benz with all the windows down. When I play this song I channel the same energy when I miss him the most ❤
Woke up with this song on my mind this morning. Used to sing this song on the way to school back in the day and I'm going to play it and sing along all the way to and from work today. WDAS 105.3 Philly!
This is an absolutely amazing song.you hear every word clearly with so much meaning the percussion was off the chain.I remember 105.3 WDAS playing this jaun♥️
I played an oldies song for my 10 year old grandson and he said grandmom it's so clear. I told him that's the point. You can understand exactly 💯 what they're singing about. Not this garbage they pass as music now days.
Actually, they had a few other hits as well! Booker just transitioned a day ago. He was a phenomenal gentleman, Book, you will be greatly missed...love you forever, my friend! #RIP🙏🏽💜💜 #TheYO #BabyINeedYourLove #SweetThunder
Maaaaane….Look!! I’ve been grooving to this song the last 3 years, and it’s such a groove. I found this album on CD, and played it on my show. The listeners, young and old, loved it. Thanks for this groove!!
Pamela Green I do listen to this song everyday in the morning before I go to work and when I come home from work in the shower this is my FAVORITE SONG
I feel you on this so much!! I was entering the 9th grade of Sept 1978 and this song was being blasting the local radio stations! It brings back so many precious memories!! I just turned 60 in Feb 2024!😊❤
@@blazee3895 Thank you so much!! I am enjoying each and everyday of being 60, it is truly a blessing to have reach this milestone. Blessings to you as well!😊❤
I absolutely love this song and have introduced it to many people who were blown away with the vocals and the instrumental! My favorite verses are "Afternoon My Fair Lady and Evening Delight oh how I need you to hold me tight" WDAO...The Soul of Dayton!!
I bought this album in the late '70s. It was beautiful then and like a fine wine is even more beautiful today. Would love to meet the members of the group. Sweet Thunder.........
If these lyrics haven't stayed with you for a lifetime, the composition of the music and just how great this legendary group is. #2020 In NJ surviving the Coronavirus.
The first time I heard this song, the lyrics, that beautiful strong lead singer's voice, and the jazz blend, I fell in love with it. Today, this song takes me back to the first time I heard it - young people need to learn how to woo a woman - this song will do it!!!
I remember how all the old timers use to come back on New Year’s Day in all their old slots… Georgie Woods the Guy with the goods, Jocko… I used to be glued to WDAS all day on New Year’s 💃🏾
It was a beautiful time to grow up falling in love with a special some mainly because there was this music to fill the hearts minds and souls of those who absorbed the meaningfulness of the lyrics
One of my favorite one hit wonder songs!! The message in the lyrics, the strong lead, the sweet harmonies, the entrancing music...hard to find a song these days where all of the elements are on point!
The entire album was a hit...to US, this was, of course, THE joint! My friends & I used to love to hang around & listen to them practice...the ENTIRE group was talented beyond belief, I miss those days😢 #TheYo #HomeSweetHome #SweetThunder
Back when this song came out, I was stationed in Key West, FL, and single, and I was in love with this older lady, way back in 1978, but, I messed that up. That was a good thing though, because I'm now married with 4 kids and 3 grandbabies. I am blessed...I hope the lady I was in love with is as well...
This song has always been one of my favorites! No matter the device or medium, I always want to have it in my library! Smoothest song ever! It would be nice if it were on Spotify!
Y-town's very own. I remember when we were very young and I lived on Ellenwood almost right behind his house on Delason, when he told me he was getting into music I listen to his band play music throughout the night an after some time had passed us by I had left town and one day after I got back I saw him and " Book " told me he was cutting that album I got me a copy soon as it came out. Wish I still had all his music.
Yes sir! The words in the song are very powerful and in my view, sum up what a woman wants to find in the mindset of a good man and what a man wants to feel about finding himself a good woman!
I'm a Conesuier of Old School Music Love Sweet Thunder the first time I heard it I fell in love with it check out the Flute its all about the Instruments WOW Heavenly
I Love old school music it's so Relaxing this my song you hear so munch meaning this was rhe longest slow dragging dance back in the day 💃🕺 ❣️🥰❣️🎶🎵🎼🌹🥀🥂🍾
Real music I love listening to WDAS FM 105:3
Those were the good ole days. When music was music 🎶. 🎶
💥👊🏽💥 💜Philly
This is a Delaware Valley favorite WDAS 105.3 ❤❤❤❤❤RIP Tony Brown Quiet Storm ⛈️ you was the best.🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾
Yesss WDAS my family really miss Tony Brown ❤❤❤❤ this sound was one of the best out there indeed.
2024 this song still bring me chills the vocals and the band is insane together
I Miss The Good Ole Days In Philly When Tony Brown Use To Play This On The Quiet Storm!!💜💙
Yes sweet heart gd old days oldies gotta love them😊
WDAS-FM PHILADELPHIA. I'm so glad I grew up on this music. N. Philly. Richard Allen 4life. This is when music was music. R.I.P. Butterball. ❤😊
Facts
💯 all day long
May peace be upon him. He introduced me to so much good music.
Why do I think of being in North Philly when I hear this song? Nice! Brings back warm memories!
This song reminds of WDAS in Philly. Especially when they used to put out CD with these old school jams.
I bought my first one a little more than 25 years ago when I was 15. I'm 40 now and this was on the first one that came out. I miss Butterball. RIP to him. He and Jerry Blavat were the only white radio boys who truly knew what it was all about when it came to R&B and black music listeners.
This was an still is fire 🔥 I remember when WDAS 105.3 in Philly use to pump this joint right here..this is still my buttahs... that's my word
The 70s was the best. Richard Allen 4life. This is when music was music. So happy I grew up on this kind of music. 🎼🎶
💯 all day long
Old school WDAS , walking the streets of Philly have good times with family. Miss those day😢
Who didn't have this classic on their Slow Jam Tape made of the Radio back in the day.. shout out to 105.3 WDAS fm in Philly
WOW! 1978, I use to play the h....out this record and here it is 2023 and it still sounds good! R.I.P. !! Charles Bouie ( lead vocals)🙏
That’s Booker Newberry on lead vocals!
My husband and I use to sing this song to each other. He transitioned in 2014 and whenever I hear it I can hear him singing it to me. This is truly my forever song.
Omg that so amazing to hear this is my Dad playing
Best love song ever
Aww💕
@@snoopgrant297 ,. I'm
@@snoopgrant297 who's your dad?
The summer of 1978 was one of the best Summers Ever. This was one of those summer Jams!! 1978 baby!!
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@@blazee3895💯
💯 all day long!
We need more sweet music like this!
Legendary Classic Always Philly Love
Love My Philly People!! 💖
Philly for life!
WDAS 105.3 Philadelphia - just played this and it’s still sweet music to my heart - nothing compares to old school jams from the 70’s
Such beautiful memories❤
Just old good stuff Philly in the house; Mayor Parker doing a 👏 job!
This is the definition of music…..shout out to WDAS!!!!!
-Travelyon From Delaware ‘21
8 minutes and 44 Seconds of pure Melodious Magic! Well they don't make 'em like this no more!
8:44 would be considered an album by today’s standard of music…smh. We had it so good!
A chill ran through my body when I heard this song. Class & elegance the current generation will never understand. I listen to this song everyday. Classic sound.
Never forget blasting this song in the olney plaza on my way to see the my late dad at Einstein on broad street I had the wise folks turning their and looking in awe
Makes me think about my mama every single time I hear it ❤
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Philly....back in the day.....blue lights in the basement house parties.....somebody please built a time machine!!!!!!!!
Now that is wussup-i remember those day.
You ain't Neva Lied
Booming on DAS with Tony Brown❤ too
OMG, Lady B just played this lovely song on radio. One of my Favorite skating songs down Franknville skating t. Love it ❤❤. Still sounds good in 2023
Rest in power Booker. Awesome, awesome song. I can just hear him singing this song to his wife (Miss Mickey) RIP, right now!❤
Man, I loved playing the soprano saxophone on this track with these guys. They were the best......talented, sweet, kind dudes!
THAT SOPRANO SAX IS TOP DRAW, PROPS MY MAN
@@TheRAREGROOVEMAN Thank you thank you!
Mike, you knocked it out of the park... Your approach totally pushed the Jazz R&B genre before really it even existed.... Thanks for this standard...
Also, Mike, you were a musician out of Philly right? Is there a story about how you wound up with this group from Ohio? Were you a member of the band or were hired to lay down the sax track? What are you doing now?
Yes that sax os entrancing icing on the cake
I'm 23 and my dad was born in 59. I'm very grateful to have been raised on this song, the Isley Brothers, the Ojays, the Ebonys, and other iconic groups and rnb legends. It truly shaped who I am today. Love this cut!
One of the GREATEST one hit WONDERS ever recorded.
@@mcclentonmiller1673 they had two more good songs. I don’t care what you say & I leave you stronger. Both were really good songs.
Booker Newberry sings the paint off the walls on this track!! Just sublime....
You have never spoke the truth!!
Grew up with Booker on St. Louis Ave in Youngstown. I thought he was going to be the next Bill Russell, a basketball legend. His dad was a Ted Mack Amateur Hour alum, and you would hear the two of them singing, their voices filling the air with pure inspirational and relaxing lyrics. I was saddened to learn of his recent passing but know that he continues to make heaven an even more special place with his inspirational voice. RIP my friend.
Just passing Thur I remember summertime for on hot summer nights as a kid playing hearing this song thanks mom and dad and with my family and friends hanging out with my family for the backyard BBQ days in th summertime outside heat playing outside I remember what I was wearing my blue and white tank top with my Adidas walking my friend home at night what a wonderful time to be alive this was out 1977 summertime it was hot too I remember like it was yesterday ✍️ 2/ 20/ 23 peace everyone new castle stand up 💯
❤
All time favorite. Not only because it's my dad but this song is beautiful
Booker Newberry Mmmmm BEAUTIFUL for REAL
Dude your dad kicked it!
Bernard Williams Yes he did...this is my joint! I was in 8th grade when this came out!
Booker Newberry Sweetie this is a masterpiece!
Booker Newberry Hi, yes this is a great song, and I hear music by ear and this song caught my attention back in the day....I went out and bought this album just for this song........This song is so beautifully sung..........Great classic!
THIS IS OLD SCHOOL! NOW THIS IS WHAT I ROCK TOO!!!! WOOOOO!!!!
The instruments played in this song are phenomenal!!!
My husband sent this to me one day via text.....he’s 14 years older than me.....lifted me even more. So beautiful!!!!!
My dad loved this song so much he went to Rasputin and searched through archives because he couldn’t remember the name of the band. Placed a special order to get the cd and sang at the top of his lungs with the music blasting in his 2000 S550 merceders Benz with all the windows down. When I play this song I channel the same energy when I miss him the most ❤
My brother used to sit in with these guys and jam on Dupont street we used to stand out and watch the magic
This is one of the best songs of all time. I remember WDAS 105.3 in Philly playing it "Butter" Absolutely "GREAT"
Hayes Fountain sure did RIP Butter
i love love this song...one of my all time favorites. Real Real good.music.
Bro,
You gonna bring a tear to my eye. WDAS and Butter! Real life...
This is my jam! I miss Butterball. I used to call in requests and he would play them for me. Sorry a little misty right now. Oh how I miss love!
I REMEMBER BUTTER PLAYING IT ON WDAS ,BUTTER PLAYED THE GREATEST OLDIES BUT GOODIES
The GREAAAATEST SLOW JAM OF ALLLL TIME. BLANCHA' CARTER LETS DANCE
Am still loving this song! afternoon delight 💞
Wow When Music Was Music. Just listen to the unity. WDAS was Always grooving with this and more like Brandi Wells Sunrise
Just beautiful harmony! 🥰😊🥰
Found this in the catacombs of my memories, and it was there. God bless our wonderful musicians those have come and those that have gone.
the baddest jam on planet earth . young people don't
understand the vocals alone the musical content
Thank you for the kind words
A few of us do. I’m an old soul. This is my kinda music 🎶!
C'mon now!!!
This is truly a Classic....... Thank You For The Throwback... GOD BLESS
Man this song popped in my head today and I have literally played it all day. Takes me wayyyy back. This. Is. Music!
Miss Claire. The exact thing happened with me today. Takes me to another place and time. Makes me so happy.
@@pamelaosley1608This was and always be real music.
Woke up with this song on my mind this morning. Used to sing this song on the way to school back in the day and I'm going to play it and sing along all the way to and from work today. WDAS 105.3 Philly!
"Afternoon my fair lady." Damn! I love this song.
Me too, man...
This is an absolutely amazing song.you hear every word clearly with so much meaning the percussion was off the chain.I remember 105.3 WDAS playing this jaun♥️
all the time and you never got tired of hearing it🎶🎷
I too remember this playing on WDAS those was the best days. Songs was Songs
Just heard that song a few minutes ago and song like that has meaning.
I grew up in Philly I know WDAS used to play this jam all the time
I played an oldies song for my 10 year old grandson and he said grandmom it's so clear. I told him that's the point. You can understand exactly 💯 what they're singing about. Not this garbage they pass as music now days.
Notice how you hear every word One of the best One Hit Wonders Of all time
Actually, they had a few other hits as well! Booker just transitioned a day ago. He was a phenomenal gentleman, Book, you will be greatly missed...love you forever, my friend! #RIP🙏🏽💜💜 #TheYO #BabyINeedYourLove #SweetThunder
@@1hunny51 Awww❤️
More than just a one hit wonder! Do some research before commenting!
Yes my all time favorites!!! Went to school with them....same age as them!!! I love them eternal.
We know @@warrenparker5382
Maaaaane….Look!! I’ve been grooving to this song the last 3 years, and it’s such a groove. I found this album on CD, and played it on my show. The listeners, young and old, loved it. Thanks for this groove!!
This song brings back memories of growing up in Camden, NJ. Full of nostalgia
YES WE IN PHILLY LOVE THIS SONG!!1
This is true
George Howard on the sax 🎷and Wdas-FM🎶 was the station
Yesssss❤🎼🎶🎼
Yessss we do 💯
4:55 that break though 😮💨🔥, thank you Dad for constantly playing this in our daily ride arounds.
I love this song too his vocals are amazing!!! “I knoooooooo what you been thinking!!!!!! “
This is literally one of my favorite songssss.. They need to stream this on all music platforms!! ❤️
I heard this song one time and never forgot it , instant classic !!!! real music
Steven Daniels
Factz
Me too
Are we related!!
My cousin
The soprano sax is off the chain. Nice mix of R&B and Jazz. Beautiful arrangement.
I HEAR YA BRO
Michael Watkins Yes I agree........I bought this album just for this song when it was released back in the day.......
Totally agree with you, Mr. Watkins.
That bass line is 🔥 too
Yes
I still can listen to this song all day on repeat! lol ❤️
Pamela Green me too
Pamela Green I do listen to this song everyday in the morning before I go to work and when I come home from work in the shower this is my FAVORITE SONG
Makes me think of my babe, south carolina!!!! Missing you so much!!!!
Doing that right now, Ms. Green. I fell in love with this song many, many years ago - it was the lyrics that got me!
Funny. Me too. I can listen over and over. My dad used to play this.
The unmistakeable vocal of Booker Newbury lll.....what a gem....Pure Quali-Teeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee
Nothing but great memories/feelings every time it plays! Especially the instrumental interlude! WOW!
One of my absolute favorite songs. I was in jr. high when this song was made and still timeless
This is a real classic never stopped playin this since it came out i cant get enuff of this.....
Another gem that's not played often enough IMO !!
Can't stop playing this song, this was my shit!!! I'm 60yrs old . I was in 10th grade when this came out such great memories 🙌🏼🙌🏼🙌🏼🙌🏼🙌🏼❤❤❤❤
I feel you on this so much!! I was entering the 9th grade of Sept 1978 and this song was being blasting the local radio stations! It brings back so many precious memories!! I just turned 60 in Feb 2024!😊❤
@@jamesgeorge5276I hope you’re enjoying 60! Blessings to you❤
@@blazee3895 Thank you so much!! I am enjoying each and everyday of being 60, it is truly a blessing to have reach this milestone. Blessings to you as well!😊❤
@@jamesgeorge5276 That’s awesome! Life is a vapor…enjoy it to the fullest😊
@@blazee3895 👍
2022 and it still sounds GOOD........that's it!!
They CAN'T DO IT LIKE THIS ANYMORE...2024, STILL SOUNDS RIGHT!!!
Growing up in the YO hearing Frankie Half acre plug one of if not to me THE BEST slow jam every
Hour. MYSTICAL
Youngstown Ohio I'll thank Booker if you cant
I absolutely love this song!!!
Absolutely The best Love Song of ALLLLLLL TIME
Slow dance of life
This song is a true classic, just as smooth in 2022 as it was when released in 1978.
Memory of college days in 1978 in the dormitory with this jam playing.
I absolutely love this song and have introduced it to many people who were blown away with the vocals and the instrumental! My favorite verses are "Afternoon My Fair Lady and Evening Delight oh how I need you to hold me tight" WDAO...The Soul of Dayton!!
Me too
I bought this album in the late '70s. It was beautiful then and like a fine wine is even more beautiful today. Would love to meet the members of the group. Sweet Thunder.........
Me Too!!
The lead on this song just passed a couple of months ago. Real stand up guy from the YO!…Youngstown, Ohio!!!
Being a child growing up in Chester pa. Listening to Wdnr... DJ Walt Wonder... Mad memories on this one 😊
Make a man appreciate a real woman
If these lyrics haven't stayed with you for a lifetime, the composition of the music and just how great this legendary group is. #2020 In NJ surviving the Coronavirus.
2023❤️
The first time I heard this song, the lyrics, that beautiful strong lead singer's voice, and the jazz blend, I fell in love with it. Today, this song takes me back to the first time I heard it - young people need to learn how to woo a woman - this song will do it!!!
This just gets better and better as it progresses the harmonies are so perfect and the saxophone is top notch sweet and smoky!
Love this song forever. One of my all time favorites.
I remember how all the old timers use to come back on New Year’s Day in all their old slots… Georgie Woods the Guy with the goods, Jocko… I used to be glued to WDAS all day on New Year’s 💃🏾
Almost 9 minutes of pure ecstasy !
love this song I listen to every day
Baby making music. Lol
DAD man oh man. Missing you everyday, but your music lives on. Rest well pops...
MUCH BLESSING TO YOUR DADDY
It sure does❤
It was a beautiful time to grow up falling in love with a special some mainly because there was this music to fill the hearts minds and souls of those who absorbed the meaningfulness of the lyrics
The bass is what sold this song...the line is thunder!
One of my favorite one hit wonder songs!! The message in the lyrics, the strong lead, the sweet harmonies, the entrancing music...hard to find a song these days where all of the elements are on point!
I HEAR YA BRO I HEAR YA
The entire album was a hit...to US, this was, of course, THE joint! My friends & I used to love to hang around & listen to them practice...the ENTIRE group was talented beyond belief, I miss those days😢 #TheYo #HomeSweetHome #SweetThunder
We that from anybody know
You got that right! The lead singer stole my heart!!
A PURE SOLID GOLD CLASSIC!!! BABY I NEED YOUR LOVE TODAY!!! I REALLY LOVE YOU BOY, DON'T U EVER GO ASTRAY!!!FEEL ME!!
Here with my uncle listen to music chilling love it
this was one of my mother's favorite songs. I was missing her today so I had a listen
so love this song, havent heard this in almost 30 years. wow real music.
I love sweet THUNDER from Youngstown Ohio
I'm from Campbell, Ohio
Ohio has produced some bad talent, love this group.
I'm from the Sharon line
Ah, the 90's urban radio...Kevin Slow Jammin James, Richmond, VA...every Sunday night baby!
The lead vocalist Booker Newberry III brought me here. Love his 80s UK hit LOve Town
My absolute favorite song !!!
This Jam is poppin. Heard it for the first time two weeks ago, and I keep playing over and over. One of the best of the best.
Ernestine Norfleet I was about 14 yrs old when I first heard this song in 70's and I never forgot this song, because it is music!!!!!
I totally agree Renee. Play this and it is the best way to get out of the doghouse.
Back when this song came out, I was stationed in Key West, FL, and single, and I was in love with this older lady, way back in 1978, but, I messed that up. That was a good thing though, because I'm now married with 4 kids and 3 grandbabies. I am blessed...I hope the lady I was in love with is as well...
Enjoy. One of my favorites. Peace and Love Tony B
This song has always been one of my favorites! No matter the device or medium, I always want to have it in my library! Smoothest song ever! It would be nice if it were on Spotify!
Y-town's very own.
I remember when we were very young and I lived on Ellenwood almost right behind his house on Delason, when he told me he was getting into music I listen to his band play music throughout the night an after some time had passed us by I had left town and one day after I got back I saw him and " Book " told me he was cutting that album I got me a copy soon as it came out.
Wish I still had all his music.
R. B. G. Music Warren Ohio is where heard this song!!! It will always be a part of my life
Another one that has me smiling from ear to ear lol
THE GREATEST song I ever heard. Play it everyday. Mush appreciation!
+347elmer
This was and is a powerful song, remember it well!
+347elmer This song, if listened to carefully, is really leading and guiding a woman romantically all the way through...much value much value!
Yes sir! The words in the song are very powerful and in my view, sum up what a woman wants to find in the mindset of a good man and what a man wants to feel about finding himself a good woman!
+347elmer
Tru-that bruh, pure love pure truth!
+Al Cool brainstorm you put a charge in my life
Whewwww... Singing this songword by word... You never forget... This is music....I gotta play it again.......
M Moore Yes, great listening music...........
M Moore I've been singing this song all day. it's been on repeat. lol
I'm a Conesuier of Old School Music Love Sweet Thunder the first time I heard it I fell in love with it check out the Flute its all about the Instruments WOW Heavenly
luv this song
Belinda Mack
Factz. Just like Earth Wnd & Fire
Couldn't have said it better.
I Love old school music it's so Relaxing this my song you hear so munch meaning this was rhe longest slow dragging dance back in the day
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