Let us not forget the Great Bonnie Bramlett and Leon Russell! The two legends who composed this song. Luther definitely made it his own and raised it up to the highest of Hights!
@@kevinodonkor4123 "Luther Vandross performed "Superstar" during his famous Wembley Arena concert in March 12th 1989 (it may have been the 30th , he had several dates at Wembly). This concert was part of his "Any Love World Tour," promoting his 1988 album Any Love. The Wembley concert was notable because Vandross delivered a powerful rendition of his popular cover of The Carpenters' song "Superstar," which had become a staple in his live performances. His version of the song, included on his Never Too Much album (1981), was beloved by fans and remains one of his most iconic live performances."
In 1984, my wife and I were barely married 15 months when I was sent to Turkey (USAF) for one year. I was so heartbroken to be away from the love of my life that I would sit in my dorm room and listen to this song often (vinyl) and miss my wife to no end. Even today when I listen to this amazing song it brings me back to the saddest year of my life. My amazing wife is still with me and in October we will celebrate our 40th anniversary. I have all of Luther's albums, but never saw him in concert. He had an amazing voice and I kick myself to this day for never going to see him.
Oh that's too bad . I have seen Luther Vandross live in Germany in 1987 and 1993. I didn't know Luther Vandross until 1987, when an acquaintance of mine took me to this concert. I was frozen like a pillar of salt and the music opened my soul. I stood 2 meters away from the stage and all around me only American soldiers who were close to tears. From that concert on, I bought all his records and remain faithful to the music of Luther Vandross to this day. It's a pity that you could never see him live, I would have liked to see him live. Many greetings from Heidelberg / Germany
I was going through a divorce when this song came out! My brother called me on the phone and said that Luther came out with a new song and proceeded to play it over the phone! I was completely devastated… at that time the hurt was bigger than I was… many years later, I’m bigger than the hurt! Every time I hear this song, it reminds me God is there to guide me only if I let Him! I used to pray and take matters into my own hands…. Big mistake! Now I pray and just be still! God is so wonderful and it took me almost a lifetime to see this! At last I have found Him! Amen! ❤
Thank you so much for sharing your story. All I can do is put everything in God's hands. I was dealt some bad cards in the game of life. Thank you for the confirmation everything is going to be alright.
Michael Barkley Luther Vandross was a vocal prodigy and his voice is the platinum standard of what all male vocalists should be. There aren't enough superlatives to describe how awesome Luther was. I loved the way he sung live. He was the rare artist who could sing a live vocal performance in a million different ways and make it sound better than the studio version. His ability to play with melody was absolute genius. I miss Luther very much, may he always R.I.P.
The late great Luther Vandross was backed up by Ms. Lisa Fischer, Ms. Tawatha Agee, and Mr. Kevin Owens. This was musical magic that we will probably never witness again! This is how it is done, folks, STILL!
Saw Luther about 8 times when he came to Chicago. My husband bought about 2 pair. He refused ti buy anymore, So I would sit around the radio and wait for the give aways and I would win my Luther ticket❤❤❤
Wow. Just wow. And that comes from a 60 year old white dude who grew up on Sabbath and Zep. Got to call it like it is; vocal master class; can’t believe 527 people giving this a thumbs down; get over your prejudice and recognize talent - if I could sing like this I’d be a very happy man
Don't know if its prejudice, I think some people will give performers a thumbs down simply because its not their style of music. Its unfortunate that they cannot expand their horizons.
Yes say that again....some people don't like a change they like to say the same. I never thought that I would like country music but I do and also Hass and some heavy metal.
The sound engineer and the musicians are also overlooked in this, but they are a huge part of making this what it is!! Big kudos to them!! Simply superb!!
Seriously? Luther's voice was a whole instrument unto itself, no inner ear, no tracks, no nothing, he spent nearly 20 years singing backing for EVERYBODY WHO WAS ANYBODY, he was in complete demand, the engineer running the board barely had to do anything but level the instruments, Luther's voice was a once in a lifetime gift from God, fun fact* he sang backing on David Bowie's Young American's from the album of the same...he was a true artist, perfect pitch❤I'm sad he spent his entire career in the closet, really sad😢
I don't think they're overlooked at all. You can't help but notice them and feel them in this song. If you can't then you have serious listening issues. Nate Adderly Jr. and background singers lead by Lisa Fischer,is the tightest combo I've ever heard. I've seen him in concert about 8 times and was never disappointed.
I don't know if my tears are because he's longer with us...or because he just sang the hell out this song! And the background singers....my God! Thank you for this wonderful experience.
I never, ever, ever, EVER get tired of listening to Luther sing...live or in the studio. What a treasure he was for us all. May he continue to rest in peace. Song can bring me to tears he just sings it THAT beautifully...and those background singers. #Perfection
One of the most iconic singers of all times... the music industry have yet to recover from his loss. RIP Luther Vandross gone but will never be forgotten!!
@@michaeldotson5058 I feel your pain. I played this song a lot and cried a lot when it came out. My mother passed in 1983, "Superstar" was on the "Busy Body" album which was released that year.
Four years ago I was diagnosed with stage 4 kidney cancer.💖 Today, I’m alive and cancer free, serving Him. He is truly the God of a million miracles. Thank you Jesus! I love you.🌼
Name another singer that can totally captivate your mind and spirit and soul with a 10 minute vamp of just singing and preaching totally improv about the time he met love…Luther was one of kind!! The lord took him from us way too soon!
Yup. I was in my car and I was listening to the very beginning of "a house is not a home" and recorded it to my friend on WhatsApp with me saying when God made heaven and a voice, this is what he had in mind. (His voice is chocolate silk)
Because that's where he started out as, he was one of the most sought out backup singer before he went solo, he sung backup for David Bowie to Aretha franklin, he understood that background is vital and adds on so much to the song
Hello Leon :-). Are you still listening to Luther as I am? I am in my late sixties and as long as I have breath I will never stop listening to his music. Keep On Keepin On and God bless you. From Chicago
There is absolutely NO ONE today with his vocal talent...no one! I feel sorry for the young people today because they don't have any vocal talents even close to Mr. Vandross! Thank God I saw him in concert back 1988 or '89.
@@bobbyanderson8647 Luther wouldn't have it any other way. Luther is the only artist I know who could sing a song better than he recorded it. No other artist has ever come close.
I had the pleasure of being part of the opening act for this incredibly talented & wonderful human being on the NY Spirit Cruises in the early 90's. To this date in time, he remains, so alive & full of life in my heart & soul! Such a man's man with a voice that transcends time and stands alone beyond peers, coupled with a persona that is so genuine, so great as to aspire so many professionally! There are very few who can stand near little less close to the reality of Luther but "we" must reach for the essence despite the hurdle being so high! I miss you and genuinely thank you for being the wonderful human being, artist, friend and mentor that you are to me and so many. Thank you! I miss you and every thought you shared. Thank you for your insight, encouragement, love and passion as I remain eternally in your appreciation, Your friend, Geo Horton!
why singers dont have this dignity on the stage anymore? what a class, what a nice guy, what a beautiful black man and r&b singer, what a talent! so humble....so nice! this man was one of a kind! his talent was a gift to mankind! bless him, bless teddy, bless barry, bless marvin and so many others that dignified this craft! shame what we have today!
You are so right the industry go for the most outrageous today remember what you had to be to President United States no more. You can be divorced baby Moma ETC 2019... Generation × is the last to see and be apart of a class act.
Lisa Fischer is the TRUTH!!!❤️🔥🎶❤️🔥🎶❤️🔥🎶🎶❤️🔥 I remember her saying she WANTED to STAY in the background. ImmSO GRATEFUL she did a SOLO ALBUM for the world to ADORE!!!🥰🥰🥰🥰 I LOVE singing "How Can I Ease the Pain", and recognizing her!! OMG!!!
I was at this show, watching Luther Vandross live at Madison Square Garden. it was amazing then to hear and it's amazing now to see him God bless your Bless your soul. Luther Vandross.
Loved lither like no other. Will always be listening to his voice, his songs, his music. For the rest of my life. He is simply irreplaceable. No one even comes close. In a class above the rest.
I’m here to tell you ! That ! There will never be another Luther Ronzoni (Roni)Vandross….!! My God were we so Blessed to have such an Amazing Talented Man 🧍♂️!! May his heart always rest in Peace 😇🙏🙏🙏!! Sincerely Debb/Silk🫠❣️
"Loneliness, take it from me, is such a sad affair" (5:13) 💔 ... Oh Luther, I think we all understand now ... Can only hope he knew how much he was loved by his fans and that it was of some comfort. Rest easy, special man - your work here is done 💜
I remember back in 1984, I saw Luther perform, I bought the ticket from a Chicago broker whose seats were not beyond the third row. Me and my friends had a ball. I think that was the best concert, I ever attended.
he literally opened his mouth and it was like... the skies parted, it seemed almost effortless. the most magnificent singer i have ever had the pleasure of seeing perform. absolutely brilliant!
Many have tried to imitate but none compare. He absolutely commanded the stage. He was said to be a perfectionist and difficult to work with. But he never compromised his craft.🎶🎤🎶 Sang Luther!!!!
What an honor and a privilege to be there. He was one of my favorite love ballads singers in the 80's. I had three beautiful babies listening to Luther Vandross. One daughter and two sons who are grown folks today giving me grandchildren. We can never get tired of listening to our favorite musicians. He's legend who we love and appreciate. 🌸🌸🌹🌸🌸
I was there too and to this day I can feel every note of every song reverb thru my heart and soul , I miss this man so much , his songs taught me how to love a woman! Thank you Luther, you will always be my brother from another mother and a friend in soul and spirit , may you rest in peace and thank you for the joy your voice gave me and all your millions of fans!
8:53-9:04 dammmmmm Hands down that voice is classic timeless untouchable No one could ever come close to that voice and sound not in 2000 years from now!!
Will NEVER be another EVER. Not one singer today could even a hold a candle to him. You know your bad when you your backup singers can SING. Having Lisa Fischer as one was BRILLIANT.
I’ve grown up with Luther, Lionel, Freddie Jackson, Marvin, Teddy so many to mention thank to my mum. Don’t know why but Luther is my man 😂 I love them all but there’s just that something about Luther
I don't care how hard of gangsta you are, this song will bring you to tears. Because we all have that ONE that got away. Luther is representing for the brothers like me.
I tried to put my one that got away--AWAY for good. Cheating bastard. LOL! But I get what you're saying, sir. God finally got me right with the man he made for me. I sent the one that got away a wedding invitation because there are no hard feelings. :) The one that got away and I were never meant to be because I was made to love my husband of 22 years this 12/29/22. But I get what you mean. I would be writing this from prison if I had not got away. Good night.
I miss Luther soooo much. I saw him 8 times in concerts. Each time it was magical. He gave each one his all. I have every album ever recorded. Oh how I love this man. There will never be another. May he RIP! ❤
You better know it! One, people don't sing live many. Two, they definitely don't have performance garments like this! We won't talk about background singers. Smh
Sublime. This isn't just singing, this is the art of storytelling. This performance hits you somewhere deeper because it came from somewhere deeper. Plus, everything - Luther, backing singers, band and sound guys...were ON POINT for this show! 👌 10/10
I absolutely agree I was at this concert the sound just went all around the arena when the backing singers kicked it gives me goosebumps every time incredible
No male rnb singer since King Luther has dared to match his ability ❤️ this man and his music was a gift to us. If you DONT feel in love after hearing a Luther song something is missing from your life 💯
It has now been 17 yrs since Luther transitioned and it's now 2022 and I'm still listening to this phenomenon. He was like no one else. A talent unrivalled. Gifted by the Creator with a voice and range that was incomparable. I love you Luther Rest In Peace Heaven is now much richer in sounds and singing.🌟♥️🌟💯
When we went to see him in person, No words can describe the show. Until this day i still can't put it in words. We used to sit on the floor and Play this DVD over and over. People say there never be another this that and the other. There will never be another Luther Vandross
Something that most people aren't seeing... this is a combination of talent. Luther, the background singers and the musical arrangement of Nat Adderly Jr. This man deserves so much credit. His music gave wind to Luther's wings. If you have ever heard him play, it was as if he could bring Luther back to the stage from the dead. Keep playing Nat. The world needs REAL music, not fabrication. Luther, is now singing with the angels and from what i have learned, everything is better in heaven so his voice is light year's more than it was. And make no doubt...it was nothing short of magnificent.
I was working for the studio where Luther & Co were rehearsing for this tour. They had so much fun together. I got to laugh with them for a bit, and never doubted that Luther was truly loved. Lisa was very nice, and all the fun and loving with Luther I got to see will always be a wonderful memory from those days.
Was battling a great deal of depression… this year. Listening to this always puts me in a safe place mentally. I’ll forever be grateful for this song, his voice, the frequency ❤
It's going to be ok. Done let depression make you miss out on life. My depression turned into a monster and I fought for years. This year after 10 years of suffering I beat depression ass. Ask yourself this, do I deserve to sit in the house and mope or do I deserve to see the ocean, LIVE LIFE!
Literally, this is the first time I have listened to "Superstar" since LV passed away. One of my favorite vocalist extradinaire. I went on vacation, took my double CD with me in the car so I could listen to Luther on my three hour drive. On my way back from vacation and hearing Luther passed away my CD with Superstar on it cracked😱. I never listened to that song again until now. I wrote a note on the cracked CD and left it at his gravesite. Tears that day...tears today hearing it again.
As a little girl I never understood why did all the ladies scream when he made that noise 8:14, as an adult I know now it literally sends chills down my spine crazy!! Luther will always be one of the best of the best of the best period🎶🎶😊
I love this version of Superstar. Luther Vandross was such a talented man and I miss him more everyday. I had the privilege of seeing him in concert many years ago. One of the best concerts I ever attended.
It's 2024 and Luther's legacy is still flowing as smooth as ever!
#60's baby
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Yes indeed that's for sure. 🩷
So true.
❤
❤
This man didn’t cry when he was born
He sang
Indeed! ❤️
The heavens cried when he left us because they knew we would miss him down here
"Yeaaa Yea Yeaaa"
Beautiful!
One of the most beautiful songs ever written, may God hold you tight Luther.
Let us not forget the Great Bonnie Bramlett and Leon Russell! The two legends who composed this song. Luther definitely made it his own and raised it up to the highest of Hights!
This man had the best backup singers
Lisa Fischer was brilliant with Luther but watch her singing Gimme Shelter live with the Rolling Stones!
And did..
Yes sir
A lot wus with him 😊
They are unparalleled. The best.
No auto tune, no track, no lip sync. This is what singing really is folks.
Amazing
Amazing
+D.L. Smith Darn right!
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+Eye Candii Whitney-who?
March 18th 2024!!! 40 years later. RIP LUTHER! I love youuuuuuu
Hi there. Was this concert on this date as you stated? Your feedback is appreciated. Thanks in advance.
@@kevinodonkor4123 "Luther Vandross performed "Superstar" during his famous Wembley Arena concert in March 12th 1989 (it may have been the 30th , he had several dates at Wembly). This concert was part of his "Any Love World Tour," promoting his 1988 album Any Love.
The Wembley concert was notable because Vandross delivered a powerful rendition of his popular cover of The Carpenters' song "Superstar," which had become a staple in his live performances. His version of the song, included on his Never Too Much album (1981), was beloved by fans and remains one of his most iconic live performances."
@@JN003thank you ❤
November 2024 😊 will always love him
I took my mom to see him twice and enjoyed watching her smile as he sang his heart out. Rest in Paradise Mom. 🙏🏾❤️
That's a great set of memories to hold on to. Good for you.
Oh my heart 😢❤.I know it is one the hardest things to endure but I'm soo happy knowing u have these memories with her. Such an extraordinary moment ❤❤
Yes, Rest Mother
I miss my mom So much-lost her a year ago. She loves Luther 🥹🩷
that’s beautiful i’m so glad u did that for her ❤
My late husband use to sing this to me.❤ We were married for 52 year's. But we met I was 10& he was 11 year's old😊
In 1984, my wife and I were barely married 15 months when I was sent to Turkey (USAF) for one year. I was so heartbroken to be away from the love of my life that I would sit in my dorm room and listen to this song often (vinyl) and miss my wife to no end. Even today when I listen to this amazing song it brings me back to the saddest year of my life. My amazing wife is still with me and in October we will celebrate our 40th anniversary. I have all of Luther's albums, but never saw him in concert. He had an amazing voice and I kick myself to this day for never going to see him.
Oh that's too bad . I have seen Luther Vandross live in Germany in 1987 and 1993. I didn't know Luther Vandross until 1987, when an acquaintance of mine took me to this concert. I was frozen like a pillar of salt and the music opened my soul. I stood 2 meters away from the stage and all around me only American soldiers who were close to tears. From that concert on, I bought all his records and remain faithful to the music of Luther Vandross to this day. It's a pity that you could never see him live, I would have liked to see him live. Many greetings from Heidelberg / Germany
God blessed you to return safely home and be with your wife for 44 years.I pray you get to celebrate many more.
Everyone didnt get to be so blessed.
You missed a treat ,I went twice loved 😍 him every time. No recording he don't live all the time.
I love to hear men talk good about their wife and marriage 💞
I read this comment from Turkey:) hope you will always be together with your amazing wife🙏❤️
How this song didn't win any awards is beyond me.😮
Haters that is why
Because it's just a cover.
@@thagreatone402that’s very true.
I was going through a divorce when this song came out! My brother called me on the phone and said that Luther came out with a new song and proceeded to play it over the phone! I was completely devastated… at that time the hurt was bigger than I was… many years later, I’m bigger than the hurt! Every time I hear this song, it reminds me God is there to guide me only if I let Him! I used to pray and take matters into my own hands…. Big mistake! Now I pray and just be still! God is so wonderful and it took me almost a lifetime to see this! At last I have found Him! Amen! ❤
Thank you so much for sharing your story. All I can do is put everything in God's hands. I was dealt some bad cards in the game of life. Thank you for the confirmation everything is going to be alright.
I had to learn to do the same. Hope all is well😊
Thanks for sharing. Beautiful testimony.
Glory to god! Amen
What a wonderful story. All the best to you.
Best back up singers ever off the charts 😊
Unequivocally the best singer ever on this planet
Agreed!!!
Michael Barkley Luther Vandross was a vocal prodigy and his voice is the platinum standard of what all male vocalists should be. There aren't enough superlatives to describe how awesome Luther was. I loved the way he sung live. He was the rare artist who could sing a live vocal performance in a million different ways and make it sound better than the studio version. His ability to play with melody was absolute genius. I miss Luther very much, may he always R.I.P.
Michael Barkley I agree with you 100%
No argument here. I concur....
Michael Barkley best to ever do it
If you don’t consider Luther Vandross a Top 5 All Time Vocalist you don’t know music.
STRAIGHT FACTS!!!!!!
Number 1 for me..they will never be another with these ingredients 🌈
Flat out
#1 in my top 5,10,20❤
Hes number 1
The late great Luther Vandross was backed up by Ms. Lisa Fischer, Ms. Tawatha Agee, and Mr. Kevin Owens. This was musical magic that we will probably never witness again! This is how it is done, folks, STILL!
They created a church that night...
❤ 🔥 ❤
The three singers on the stage are Lisa Fischer, Ava Cherry, and Kevin Owen's. Tawatha Agee was one of his backup singers, along w/Cissy Houston.
Ava Cherry this time not Tawatha
I was at this show in London and it feels like it was yesterday. Respect to mr Vandross and the crew 👋👋👋👋
I SPENT 13 MINS AND 11 SECONDS IN HEAVEN.
Very TRUE!!
Jack Cagle
pepper pigs
THERE IS NO ONE LIKE LUTHER. A MAN WHO CAN SING JUST AS HIS RECORDS SOUND. MADE EVERY MAN AND WOMAN GET QUIET.
It’s alright it’s alright ohhh baby
YESSSSSSSSSSSSSS @ Time In Heavens...
He’s telling an entire story here. And you can feel it from deep in his soul. You don’t get music like this anymore.
Facts!!!
Amen to that!!!!
I relate so much....thus is like my anthem....
This is one of the best Luther Vandross video I've ever seen.
It's an old skool song from before his time even
Mr Luther Vandross. The best.
Who's listening with me 2024❤️
Saw Luther about 8 times when he came to Chicago. My husband bought about 2 pair. He refused ti buy anymore, So I would sit around the radio and wait for the give aways and I would win my Luther ticket❤❤❤
I am . Love this song.
Me!. I practice my vocals to him and this song!
Woman I'm stuck on the 8:40 and on.❤😢🎉
My grandmother's favorite so it's definitely mine
Those background singers are everything ❤
amen Amen AMEN TO THAT !
They don't make them like Luther anymore! One of the best to ever do it. REST IN PEACE ❤
Wow. Just wow. And that comes from a 60 year old white dude who grew up on Sabbath and Zep. Got to call it like it is; vocal master class; can’t believe 527 people giving this a thumbs down; get over your prejudice and recognize talent - if I could sing like this I’d be a very happy man
@Cheryl Bazemore HELLO,LADY, LUTHER IS DYNAMIC!!!
Don't know if its prejudice, I think some people will give performers a thumbs down simply because its not their style of music. Its unfortunate that they cannot expand their horizons.
his prodigy: th-cam.com/video/HVCJsrtBnb4/w-d-xo.html
Luther VanDross is, and was a once-in-a-lifetime generational talent period!!! There will absolutely never be a singer like L.V!
Yes say that again....some people don't like a change they like to say the same. I never thought that I would like country music but I do and also Hass and some heavy metal.
After 22 years of happy marriage, I just put this on and hold Sharon's hand; woah thank you Luther.
Stay strong from satx
Beautiful!
Go head, Brother!! I ain't mad at ya. Hope you many more blessed years!!
Way to go king keep it going
Keep it going sir
The sound engineer and the musicians are also overlooked in this, but they are a huge part of making this what it is!! Big kudos to them!! Simply superb!!
Seriously? Luther's voice was a whole instrument unto itself, no inner ear, no tracks, no nothing, he spent nearly 20 years singing backing for EVERYBODY WHO WAS ANYBODY, he was in complete demand, the engineer running the board barely had to do anything but level the instruments, Luther's voice was a once in a lifetime gift from God, fun fact* he sang backing on David Bowie's Young American's from the album of the same...he was a true artist, perfect pitch❤I'm sad he spent his entire career in the closet, really sad😢
Thank you @@bethewalt7385
Amen!
@@bethewalt7385like gay in the closet ?
I don't think they're overlooked at all. You can't help but notice them and feel them in this song. If you can't then you have serious listening issues. Nate Adderly Jr. and background singers lead by Lisa Fischer,is the tightest combo I've ever heard. I've seen him in concert about 8 times and was never disappointed.
THIS PERFORMANCE WAS SO BOMB THEY HAD TO MAKE IT VEVO CERTIFIED.
I don't know if my tears are because he's longer with us...or because he just sang the hell out this song! And the background singers....my God! Thank you for this wonderful experience.
Andrea Roux 😢😢😢...Listening to Luther Always make me cry...so Beautiful...
Him singing this song always gives me chills and brings tears too. But in a good way.
Both ❤
Say that again gal!
@andrea roux:this song never fails to put a lump in my throat.
Ladies and Gentlemen, Boys and Girls---LUTHER.
For sure!! No one even close!! ❤ LOVE him...performs from his soul!
Show you right 👍👍👍👍
got to correct you... It's LUTHA...... lol... he was so good he did not heed the ER an A was all that was needed... RRRRRRReally...... lol....
Big Luther
Nothing left to say after that Introduction. His still takes you on a emotional ride with every note.
Luther was not playing around with his Background Vocalist...Mr Vandross was a Perfectionist... RIP
His background singers were the tightest in the business.
Girl you better know it 💪. Background singers were the BEST 💐🌹🌹💐💐💐
Yesss!! They were SOLID‼️🎶😍🎶
YES!!!
If they weren't m, he would check them
They were so in sync straight murdered it....
The man was an absolute master.
Scott McGillivray AMEN TO THAT!♥️
Absolutely. That he was.
IMHO he was THE Master.
Yes yes
I never, ever, ever, EVER get tired of listening to Luther sing...live or in the studio. What a treasure he was for us all. May he continue to rest in peace. Song can bring me to tears he just sings it THAT beautifully...and those background singers. #Perfection
Never
Absolutely stunning. A major talent, gone too soon.
Lisa Fischer do your research she ain't nothing to play with
I too. Will always love him and his Beautiful voice and songs. He makes me sad but then happy
Right
One of the most iconic singers of all times... the music industry have yet to recover from his loss. RIP Luther Vandross gone but will never be forgotten!!
Only God could give him a voice like that.
Ankh 💕💪🏿
total agreement
That has to be one of the greatest performances of a song ever!!!
I TOTALLY AGREE,LUTHER WAS AND STILL IS THE BEST VOCALIST EVER
Hasa Ke
"Play it easy, play it easy, keep it back there" "One more time" . Damn! I love how he communicates with the band without us even barely noticing
This me my mom r.i.p. moma
@@michaeldotson5058 please accept my deepest condolences.
Ikr
@@michaeldotson5058 I feel your pain.
I played this song a lot and cried a lot when it came out. My mother passed in 1983, "Superstar" was on the "Busy Body" album which was released that year.
*keep it right there
Four years ago I was diagnosed with stage 4 kidney cancer.💖 Today, I’m alive and cancer free, serving Him. He is truly the God of a million miracles. Thank you Jesus! I love you.🌼
Yes, isn't God the greatest he is definitely my healer and soul provider ❤
Bless You😂 ❤❤❤❤
@katayarogers1034 I'm wider than snow listening to this
❤
Simply Amen and to our LORD be the glory!!!
Name another singer that can totally captivate your mind and spirit and soul with a 10 minute vamp of just singing and preaching totally improv about the time he met love…Luther was one of kind!! The lord took him from us way too soon!
No matter what you are going through..always remember that “ it’s alright, it’s alright, say it’s alright its alright”
I took my mom to this show in the 90's and can still remember the tears in her eyes during this song. Rest In Power, My Queen!
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Rest in Power to your mother!!💖🙏💖🙏
My dear heartfelt condolences to u lv
Bro i only can wish😢😢
RIP mama.
greatest singer of all time hands down
Hands Down... STILL! RIP, dear Luther!
I've been saying that for years. Good to know someone else thinks that also.
I agree 100%
AND NOT UP FOR DEBATE!!!! #PERIOD
his prodigy: th-cam.com/video/HVCJsrtBnb4/w-d-xo.html really good
A master class. This man was not human. We lost him too too MUCH TOO early.
I’m convinced His vocal chords were anointed with Holy oil
me too
Jessica Hubbard he was definitely gifted to blow
I doubt this man ever had an itchy throat. Smoothest voice of all time.
Yup. I was in my car and I was listening to the very beginning of "a house is not a home" and recorded it to my friend on WhatsApp with me saying when God made heaven and a voice, this is what he had in mind. (His voice is chocolate silk)
YES LORD
I love how he looked at his background singers and talked to them and showed them love and attention cuz they killed it the whole show
Backup sounded like angels.
Because that's where he started out as, he was one of the most sought out backup singer before he went solo, he sung backup for David Bowie to Aretha franklin, he understood that background is vital and adds on so much to the song
Yep my aunt sang background for him.
@@alecialloyed2797 that was awesome
@@alecialloyed2797: Ask your aunt to teach us how to sing lol. Vocal lessons - some for free on TH-cam and maybe Patron for the premium content.
There is no singer that compares to Luther. I can listen to his music ALL DAY.
Hello Leon :-). Are you still listening to Luther as I am? I am in my late sixties and as long as I have breath I will never stop listening to his music. Keep On Keepin On and God bless you. From Chicago
YES, I HAVE HIS WHOLE COLLECTION...IF WHEN HE WAS WITH THE GROUP CHANGE
thats whats up
He's a good singer but he ruined this song
You and me both. We all miss him so much. RIP Luther.
There is absolutely NO ONE today with his vocal talent...no one! I feel sorry for the young people today because they don't have any vocal talents even close to Mr. Vandross! Thank God I saw him in concert back 1988 or '89.
RACHELL Pharrell
The background singers OMG! They are from another world
Damn! If they didn’t take me there! Not even angels could sing like dat!
You KNOW you're special when a CLEARLY all time great refuses to work with anyone else his entire career. They are AMAZING.
To backup the best u got to be the best
FACT!!!🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥
@@bobbyanderson8647 Luther wouldn't have it any other way. Luther is the only artist I know who could sing a song better than he recorded it. No other artist has ever come close.
I had the pleasure of being part of the opening act for this incredibly talented & wonderful human being on the NY Spirit Cruises in the early 90's. To this date in time, he remains, so alive & full of life in my heart & soul! Such a man's man with a voice that transcends time and stands alone beyond peers, coupled with a persona that is so genuine, so great as to aspire so many professionally! There are very few who can stand near little less close to the reality of Luther but "we" must reach for the essence despite the hurdle being so high! I miss you and genuinely thank you for being the wonderful human being, artist, friend and mentor that you are to me and so many. Thank you! I miss you and every thought you shared. Thank you for your insight, encouragement, love and passion as I remain eternally in your appreciation,
Your friend,
Geo Horton!
Thanks Geo
Wonderful comment gives those of us who never met him an insight. Yes he pours out like a beautiful individual....
whats he like as person
What a Blessing!!!
why singers dont have this dignity on the stage anymore? what a class, what a nice guy, what a beautiful black man and r&b singer, what a talent! so humble....so nice!
this man was one of a kind!
his talent was a gift to mankind!
bless him, bless teddy, bless barry, bless marvin and so many others that dignified this craft!
shame what we have today!
I love all of the comments in here. They pick apart all of my emotions. Wonderful
You are so right the industry go for the most outrageous today remember what you had to be to President United States no more. You can be divorced baby Moma ETC 2019... Generation × is the last to see and be apart of a class act.
Will Downing is the closest one that I've seen that match his dignity. He's a class act; he and his band and are the nicest people off stage.
@@fsuber5309 Agreed I seen Will Downing in concert as well. Will Downing and Rachel Farewell 👍🏽🙌🏽
his prodigy: th-cam.com/video/HVCJsrtBnb4/w-d-xo.html
Luther Vandross 🤝🏾 Lisa Fischer - vocal perfection. Absolutely flawless performance
Lisa Fischer is the TRUTH!!!❤️🔥🎶❤️🔥🎶❤️🔥🎶🎶❤️🔥
I remember her saying she WANTED to STAY in the background. ImmSO GRATEFUL she did a SOLO ALBUM for the world to ADORE!!!🥰🥰🥰🥰 I LOVE singing "How Can I Ease the Pain", and recognizing her!! OMG!!!
Which one is Lisa Fisher in the background? I love her voice “ How can I ease the pain”
@@mschellylove3588I believe she’s the one that’s next to the man
@@beautifulandlvly thank you, love 🙏🏽🙏🏽
Big Luther was in TOTAL effect in this ENTIRE concert.....this is what a Luther Concert was like in the 80’s.........
This is not even in a studio with tech for help!!!, this is pure enchanted, captivating soul. Wow, the heavens are lucky to have you with them.
all I can do is cry and it's been 10 yes wow
Love this man. No one out there can touch him.
Not even close. Really miss him. RIP
The best crooner in the world... Miss u so much Luther...
Heed The Baw cd cb
Heed The Baw I hope and pray he accepted Jesus as Lord and Savior.
When the great Lisa Fisher leads the Backup Vocals , nothing can go wrong. Still today she is such an artist and carrys Luthers Legacy.
I really be trying to put people on!!! 🥹
Don't forget the great Tawatha Agee.
When she’s not performing with the Stones
Love her too. I said Luther's background singers sound like angels. ✌️
Don’t forget Ray Goodman from Ray Goodman & Brown!
You can’t beat God-given talent.
It just hurts you are no longer here. There will be never be another like Luther Vandross.
Man let me tell you, this was a bad dude. Go head Mr. Vandross
the background singers have a perfect blend, it's amazing.
I was at this show, watching Luther Vandross live at Madison Square Garden. it was amazing then to hear and it's amazing now to see him God bless your Bless your soul. Luther Vandross.
Say it, say it!!
Yesssss ! They are bad!!!!
Truly amazing...I replay their part over and over...💕
Luther reincarnation th-cam.com/video/HVCJsrtBnb4/w-d-xo.html
Those background singers! WOW!!
8:45 starts the MASTER CLASS OF SINGING
The last five minutes when he freestyles give me goosebumps Luther was so talented. RIP
Yes
I swear my soul leaves my body. Its so beautiful.
‼‼🥰🥰🥰🔥🔥🔥🔥 Singing
.keep it Fight there
My favorite part
That part of the song is my favorite even on the studio version.
It’s 2020! From Luther, Micheal, and Whitney, we definitely lost timeless talent too soon! 😞😞😞
YES THEY WERE MAJESTIC
Michael Bolton or Jackson? Both are geniuses, but white people can go there too ya know 😉 Just this kind of music has a special place in my heart.
And Teddy. I can't believe Luther has been gone 15 years already.
I swear to GOD!
Loved lither like no other. Will always be listening to his voice, his songs, his music. For the rest of my life. He is simply irreplaceable. No one even comes close. In a class above the rest.
I’m here to tell you ! That ! There will never be another Luther Ronzoni (Roni)Vandross….!! My God were we so Blessed to have such an Amazing Talented Man 🧍♂️!! May his heart always rest in Peace 😇🙏🙏🙏!! Sincerely Debb/Silk🫠❣️
"Loneliness, take it from me, is such a sad affair" (5:13) 💔 ... Oh Luther, I think we all understand now ... Can only hope he knew how much he was loved by his fans and that it was of some comfort. Rest easy, special man - your work here is done 💜
AMEN
Saaaad saaaaad affair!!!
So beautifully said... no one like him
It's alright now. Luther I love you 💖
❤❤❤❤❤Holding you in my heart forever‼️ Rest in Jehovah's arms, Luther, and serenade the heavens❗
I remember back in 1984, I saw Luther perform, I bought the ticket from a Chicago broker whose seats were not beyond the third row. Me and my friends had a ball. I think that was the best concert, I ever attended.
Master vocalist who even knows how to manipulate the microphone and distance.
Mark of a #master!👌🏾👍🏾
@@NinaBaby210 Yes!!
0.
This song will forever live on! ❤
he literally opened his mouth and it was like... the skies parted, it seemed almost effortless. the most magnificent singer i have ever had the pleasure of seeing perform. absolutely brilliant!
Many have tried to imitate but none compare. He absolutely commanded the stage. He was said to be a perfectionist and difficult to work with. But he never compromised his craft.🎶🎤🎶 Sang Luther!!!!
How lucky to see him live! Great memories to look back on 😊
My moma & friends went to see his show in 91! Sadly, my mom is no longer here with us but I bought here this VHS in 90.
Maybe there is a God. What else could explain this man's voice?
MAYBE????!!!!!!
Their IS A God Almighty!!!!
❤❤❤
I was there that night .. and I can tell you it was one of those moments you’ll never forgot!!.. he’s amazing live .. best male voice EVER
AMEN
What an honor and a privilege to be there. He was one of my favorite love ballads singers in the 80's. I had three beautiful babies listening to Luther Vandross. One daughter and two sons who are grown folks today giving me grandchildren. We can never get tired of listening to our favorite musicians. He's legend who we love and appreciate. 🌸🌸🌹🌸🌸
I was there too and to this day I can feel every note of every song reverb thru my heart and soul , I miss this man so much , his songs taught me how to love a woman! Thank you Luther, you will always be my brother from another mother and a friend in soul and spirit , may you rest in peace and thank you for the joy your voice gave me and all your millions of fans!
I’m thankful I got to witness him live as well! Nothing like it!
Yes the best hands Down
My first concert. This man & Whitney Houston sung from their hair roots to their toenails! The BEST GO FIRST.❤💜
The breakdown at the end did it for me!!! Classic
Yes ma'am!!!
Every. Single. Time. 😍
And i agree sis
Ashley Leazer Girl, I cried and rock all while he sang this song. I got a chance to him sing it in Chicago
Meet too. I hollered.
8:53-9:04 dammmmmm
Hands down that voice is classic timeless untouchable
No one could ever come close to that voice and sound not in 2000 years from now!!
Well said feel the same way as you do ! One of a kind this Luther
Same here. 🤦🏽♂️
Nobody!!!!🍻
So very much agree!
Couldn't have said it better.
Will NEVER be another EVER. Not one singer today could even a hold a candle to him. You know your bad when you your backup singers can SING. Having Lisa Fischer as one was BRILLIANT.
Exactly. I love lisa, she is still graceful.
And Arsinio hall
And Kevin Owens....lead singer for the Moments buddy .
@@riniadouglas2619 Kevin Owens. Moments lead singer. He replaced Harry Ray.
@@koffeecakes83 Hey Anita your beautiful singer as well God bless
That bridge is undefeated
I’ve grown up with Luther, Lionel, Freddie Jackson, Marvin, Teddy so many to mention thank to my mum. Don’t know why but Luther is my man 😂 I love them all but there’s just that something about Luther
Kirsty F I near you lither is great,, but Marvin hits my soul to unimaginable heights,, Luther is fire 🔥 though
Kirsty F
That something was he was sincere..
🔥🔥🔥
Absolutely....Mr. Smoove to the core but also so so very sincere. I like the fact that he kept it till the end. He went out still good.
His talent and that voice......heaven on earth
I don't care how hard of gangsta you are, this song will bring you to tears. Because we all have that ONE that got away. Luther is representing for the brothers like me.
I tried to put my one that got away--AWAY for good. Cheating bastard. LOL! But I get what you're saying, sir. God finally got me right with the man he made for me. I sent the one that got away a wedding invitation because there are no hard feelings. :) The one that got away and I were never meant to be because I was made to love my husband of 22 years this 12/29/22. But I get what you mean. I would be writing this from prison if I had not got away. Good night.
There are no atheists in a Foxhole
And no Dry eyes at a Luther Show
You telling me my ex and I been split for a year and I'm still by myself it's easy for a woman to find someone knew I'm sure she's not alone
@@romontmurry881
Try to shake it off....plenty of fish in the sea....Girls Like A Man who Likes Luther
Rt, good to hear. This made my night.🙏🏾💪🏾💯❤
I saw Luther live in the 80's and I'm still listening in 2020. He was such a prize... Feel me?
Russ Boyes
🙋🏾Me 2!
@@sweetazzpiew8490 🙋♂️Awesome!
Me To
Russ Boyes you mean priceless...we won’t have this anymore in this lifetime.
I saw him live and it was amazing!
2023 and this is still……I have no words to describe his voice!!! 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾💜💜💜
I miss Luther soooo much. I saw him 8 times in concerts. Each time it was magical. He gave each one his all. I have every album ever recorded. Oh how I love this man. There will never be another. May he RIP! ❤
2022 and still one of the best live preformance ever made. Epic!
Es increíble
I concur!
Some might disagree. Great job though.
In deed
You better know it! One, people don't sing live many. Two, they definitely don't have performance garments like this! We won't talk about background singers. Smh
On top of being the best and baddest he is in control of the back up vocals and musicians, a perfectionist.
At 8:31, begins a moment in time on earth that is unmatched by Luther and the backup singers.
I kept rewatching it especially from 8:45 to 9:10. Beautiful !!!
Absolutely…. Hands down one of the best vocal performances EVER captured
Absolutely breathtaking ❤
Absolutely breathtaking!
Sublime. This isn't just singing, this is the art of storytelling. This performance hits you somewhere deeper because it came from somewhere deeper. Plus, everything - Luther, backing singers, band and sound guys...were ON POINT for this show! 👌 10/10
more than a music
I absolutely agree I was at this concert the sound just went all around the arena when the backing singers kicked it gives me goosebumps every time incredible
ALL FACTS!!!🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥 As a Matter of fact your comment is on POINT!👑💙
A broken man a legend and we miss you Luther God bless
I was born and raised in the UK. I was at Wembley for this ... truly magical night. The voice of an angel make a grown man cry!!!
No male rnb singer since King Luther has dared to match his ability ❤️ this man and his music was a gift to us. If you DONT feel in love after hearing a Luther song something is missing from your life 💯
@Mary Lane What?
It has now been 17 yrs since Luther transitioned and it's now 2022 and I'm still listening to this phenomenon. He was like no one else. A talent unrivalled. Gifted by the Creator with a voice and range that was incomparable. I love you Luther Rest In Peace Heaven is now much richer in sounds and singing.🌟♥️🌟💯
Right here with you this is a masterpiece of a performance
Agreed! Flawless. There will NEVER be another .
Pierre I really Do, did you hear me. I really really really DO!!!!!!!
17 years since Luther and 10 years since Whitney... time flies fr 😢
You are correct in every way! I love this music, it's definitely a gift!
When we went to see him in person, No words can describe the show. Until this day i still can't put it in words. We used to sit on the floor and Play this DVD over and over. People say there never be another this that and the other. There will never be another Luther Vandross
I love this song so much my heart is breaking for so many reasons but only his music takes me to a whole other place. Love you Luther
so, so true. what a class act. we miss you, Luther.
Never ever will there be another!!! He and Whitney's mold were broken when they were murdered!!!
A angel
Amen
Only Luther can sing a song for 13+ mins and at the end you like sing it again!!!
This. 💜💛💜💛💜💛💜💛
Right🤣
As I'm watching it on repeat! I just can't get enough of this performance!
😊😊😅@@latanyatankersley466
He just is another DIMENSION....
his prodigy: th-cam.com/video/HVCJsrtBnb4/w-d-xo.html
The back ground singers give me chills! Such a beautiful performance.
When the camera went to them....Lord👊🏿👊🏿👊🏿
Amen
Never be another Luther.
Agreed!!!
NO I AGRE E.LUTHER WAS A ONE OFF.HE WAS A LEGEND,SIMPLE.ADE
The memories this 🎵🎶 brings back the awesome Voice of this King brought to the 🌎🩵🩵🩵
There'll never be another one like Luther, EVER!
There will NEVER be another!!!
NEVER.
Something that most people aren't seeing... this is a combination of talent. Luther, the background singers and the musical arrangement of Nat Adderly Jr. This man deserves so much credit. His music gave wind to Luther's wings. If you have ever heard him play, it was as if he could bring Luther back to the stage from the dead. Keep playing Nat. The world needs REAL music, not fabrication. Luther, is now singing with the angels and from what i have learned, everything is better in heaven so his voice is light year's more than it was. And make no doubt...it was nothing short of magnificent.
I was working for the studio where Luther & Co were rehearsing for this tour. They had so much fun together. I got to laugh with them for a bit, and never doubted that Luther was truly loved. Lisa was very nice, and all the fun and loving with Luther I got to see will always be a wonderful memory from those days.
Thank you for the memory 😊
So true hats off to Nat, a very talented man. Luther and him pure magic. Miss Luther so much.
thanks for this insight!
You must be a real musician you know about Nat addley jr
Was battling a great deal of depression… this year. Listening to this always puts me in a safe place mentally. I’ll forever be grateful for this song, his voice, the frequency ❤
I hope u do well
@@kevingalloway8507 thank you ❤
It's going to be ok. Done let depression make you miss out on life. My depression turned into a monster and I fought for years. This year after 10 years of suffering I beat depression ass. Ask yourself this, do I deserve to sit in the house and mope or do I deserve to see the ocean, LIVE LIFE!
Hope all is well! ♥️
@@Trina_Bina77 thank you
Literally, this is the first time I have listened to "Superstar" since LV passed away. One of my favorite vocalist extradinaire. I went on vacation, took my double CD with me in the car so I could listen to Luther on my three hour drive.
On my way back from vacation and hearing Luther passed away my CD with Superstar on it cracked😱. I never listened to that song again until now. I wrote a note on the cracked CD and left it at his gravesite. Tears that day...tears today hearing it again.
LUTHER!! You are missed. This is real music.
Nothing to be said. It speak for itself. Immaculate. Impeccable. Pristine.
Damn right! I was raised in Luther! I have every song he ever made. Genius is not even the word.
Luther 's voice and range was was absolutely astounding! His songs will be in all of our hearts forever. Awesome Artist!,
I'm still here for it in 2023.... Luther is timeless 🙏🏾💙
Always and Forever in our hearts ❤️
I will be here as long as I possibly can, can’t help it. Just keep coming back.
Same, sis!
Omg Yess!!!!
I wanna tell you baybeee...
He was known for having the best backup singers!
As a little girl I never understood why did all the ladies scream when he made that noise 8:14, as an adult I know now it literally sends chills down my spine crazy!! Luther will always be one of the best of the best of the best period🎶🎶😊
Do u heat the backn
1helluvawomen absolutely. The women next to me lost it ..it was so awesome to here him live
Makes the hair the back of your neck stand on end. Completely incredible.
YOU GOT GOOD TASTE YOUNG LADY ........
It is 2022 and I am 75 yrs old. He is still my heart throb, His concerts were magic. He still is MAGIC!!!!!
75 yrs old on the internet is truly a blessing in its own right. Bless you.
Luther could hold his own with any singer, any singer. And, how about those background singers and how tight the band is. Wow!!
I love this version of Superstar. Luther Vandross was such a talented man and I miss him more everyday. I had the privilege of seeing him in concert many years ago. One of the best concerts I ever attended.