Good Evening. Michael Jackson and Prince were already on the scene. They just became more popular, and popular, and popular. After Teddy Pendergrass's almost fatal car accident in 1982, he was never the same singer.
@@reginaldjackson4176Of course he wasnt the same after being paralysed from the neck down. Still kept going and sang wonderful, even while being in his wheelchair. Just one of the greatest singers ever besides Barry White, Marvin Gaye and Luther Vandross in my opinion.
@@TigraxPlaysGood Morning. Of course he didn't lose his vocal chords, but go back and look at Teddy Pendergrass before the car accident, and after. The car accident changed his life forever, and it had an effect on him as a performer. He was lucky to even still be alive after that accident.
@@reginaldjackson4176 Good Morning. Well he could have lost them. As I said.. of course he wasnt the same after the accident. Its just respectable that he even kept going and making music and singing so wonderful after that horrible event. Watch his 2002 concert. Just beautiful
Teddy was a music GOD. He was a big part of Harold Melvin and The Blue Notes. Then he went solo and gave us great songs like "Close the Door" "Turn off the lights" "Take me in your Arms Tonight" . Some of the songs you should also review. Smooth dude.
I never heard Teddy's version of this song. I knew Lionel Ritchie wrote, and tailored this song originally for Kenny Rogers. You can't go wrong with either version, although Kenny's version was a major hit back in the day.
Lionel Richie wrote this song for the Commodores, but they didn't want it. Their loss!!! Kenny Rogers said "Hey', I'll take it!" And it instantly became a hit. Kenny's version is brilliant and legendary. Lionel and Kenny became life long friends. Teddy put his heart and soul into it here...
Teddy did put his flavor on this! You should check out Kenny Rogers also. Royce I'd love for you to react to another love song from Roberta Flack...The First Time I Saw Your Face(first take). It's a song that always reminds me of my wife of 50 years. It came out just before we got married. We celebrated our 50th anniversary virtually last year and our daughters used it during the event. And she is the love of my life. ❤
Thanks for reminding me of that Roberta Flack's classic hit. I will most certainly add that to the collection of romantic ballads that I'm compiling for a very special lady that I met. And in all likelihood we will eventually share the same last name.
If Kenny Roger's original didn't exist, this might be legendary. Teddy Pendergrass was amazing. He did a terrific duet with Whitney on her first album and I don't think many singers could have held their own with her as he did. Kenny's original is a little better though.
When you look up power in the dictionary, you might just find a pic of Teddy. It was good that Whitney could keep up 😉. He'll always be a legend. I absolutely love Kenny's original version, basically grew up on it, but Teddy's power will not be denied
Teddy Pendergrass singing 'Close the door' will hit you in ways you could never imagine a simple song doing!! I can barely imagine the countless children that resulted from that beautiful song! I'd love to see your reaction! 😲
Teddy Pendergrass was a member of Harold Melvin & The Bluenotes of the Sound Of Philadelphia from the early 70's, but his voice was like magic only a few people had his voice like Teddy.
Don't even bother to listen to Kenny Rodgers Rodgers version after you've listened to Teddy, you don't need to go there. You might listen to Lionel Richie just because he wrote and composed the song but this is the best version you will ever ever find period.
She ain’t ready for the Luther … one just does not simply turn up to Luther unprepared … but I’ll be there when she enters the house of Luther Vandross.
I saw this concert at Hammersmith Odean as a 17 yr old back in 82, we didnt realise what we were witnessing, probably in my opinion one of the greatest soul singers ever, performing in his last tour! A few months after this he had his accident and although he managed to come back, the disability he suffered had a profound impact on his vocals. So happy I found this video is on TH-cam, which led me to your review such a stunning cover which unfortunately never made it to record RIP Teddy ❤
KENNY ROGERS KILLED THIS SONG !!!!!! LIONEL PENNED A MASTERPIECE !!!!! TEDDY PENDERGRASS VERSION IS A KILLER !!!!!! MUCH MORE SEXUALLY INTENSE !!!!!! QNS/NY STAND THE FUCK UP !!!!!!
Rogue, you wanna go to chuuurch? Please check out Al Green’s, “God Blessed Our Love,” Soul Train’s live version on TH-cam. Believe me, you’ll be saying “Amen, Hallelujah and Thank You God!” Trust and Believe…..
Such a soulful artist , with so many beautiful songs . I had not heard him in a long time. Made my eyes water just a little. " TURN OUT THE LIGHTS, AND LIGHT A CANDLE "
Teddy P was underrated. This is one of the greatest covers every sung. Every one of his songs are sung from his heart, pure talent ... RIP And you Miss Rogue, you rock
Teddy in his earlier years especially is one of the oft-overlooked performers of the late 70s. I came back to his music only recently and he still sounds amazing to my years.
Teddy gave a beautiful performance of this song. Kenny did it better in my opinion. It could be if I'd heard Teddy first, that would be my favorite. Kenny had that growl that was really hot.
Teddy was always such a top notch performer....I still prefer Kenny rogers version he has such ease and flow, and quiet power. Tank you Lionel for this amazing piece...would have loved to hear the Commodores do this.
Rogue Rxyce, I just love your expression when the music hits you. I'm impressed that for a young lady you love the meaningful balladas the I grew up with in arguably the best decade of music which was the 80's.
Please you must react to "The Teskey Brothers" "Rain"... from The Colors Show. You will be absolutely blown away with the soul from this Australian band. Think of Otis Redding reincarnated. These guys are possibly the very best modern day soul music today. The Band is two brothers and two friends. The lead singer is Josh Teskey. You have to trust me on this..! BTW, I love your reactions.. So heart felt and honest.
This was great, U also should see his "LIVE PERFORMANCE (Ladies only concert)" of him performing "Turn off the Lights." He had the whole lady crowd under a TRANCE. Something to behold 🔥🔥🔥🔥
This is a good version of "Lady" but it is NOT the song(s) that put Teddy on top of the charts to start his solo career after being a member of "Harold Melvin and the Blue Notes". The song(s) you should have reacted to are songs of baby making music with a voice of GOLD. You should check out.............(,my faves)." CLOSE THE DOOR", "TURN OFF THE LIGHTS", "LOVE T.K.O." Just to start with. He's got even more that will put you in the mood for an all night love making session. Trust me. Teddy was the man back in the day. Hit after hit after hit. R.i.P. Teddy.
Okay. Little known black history fact. Teddy was on the down low. You feel me? Doesn’t negate the fact that when this straight, blue-eyed soul brother would hear Teddy sing 🎤 🎶 🎵 Turn off the lights, and Come take a shower with me that I made a promise to myself. I swore that if I ever saw this smooth as silk brother sing that in person, I was taking my underwear and throwing them at that man! Fast forward some 30+ years. The scene was Mobile, AL at our yearly BayFest music festival (which no longer exists, sad to say) and Teddy was now performing in a wheelchair (a result of a horrific car crash in which he was found in some unsavory company, and his sexual proclivities came to light). All that being said, Teddy could still melt sticks of butter with his voice! My guy started sanging (catch that) Turn off the Lights and I just had to live up to my promise that I made all those years ago. I waded my way to the front (living up to my nickname seen here) and threw my underwear dead in his lap! He never missed a note, but turned and made eye contact with me, and smiled. The crowd lost their minds! Of course my wife was way, way in the back. Thank you for this reaction!
Good morning watching from Guyana 🇬🇾teddy magnificent master of soul champion let me tell you hun teddy was it all i dont think there is no one like him yet he was one hell of a handsome sexy magnificent that baritone voice send ladies crazy smooth tall dark handsome baby champion forever Rip handsome we love you forever
Teddy Pendergrass was one of the Great voices of all time. He was with a group called "Harold Melvin and the Blue Notes." Please react to one their hits named: "Wake up Everybody." This was one of those "Message Songs" that is just as relevant today as it was back in the 80's.
" A writer put these words very, very beautifully". "A writer"? Teddy, really? You can't say the man's name? Show some respect. Yes in 82 "a writer" deserved the respect you did not give.
Have you done Sail On By Lionel Richie and the commodores. Lionel Richie did a lot of begging followed by heartbroken and angry get to stepping songs. Have you heard the lyrics to easy. This was the love version. Sail on, is the happy we broke up version of this song.
Please listen if you haven't already to, Lisa Fischer( How can I ease the pain) and Rahsaan Patterson's(Stop on by and Where you are, you will not be regretful, I enjoy you
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Before Michael and Prince came on the solo scene Teddy was the man. The first male solo act with 5 consecutive platinum albums to start a career.
Wow! I didn’t know that!!
Good Evening. Michael Jackson and Prince were already on the scene. They just became more popular, and popular, and popular. After Teddy Pendergrass's almost fatal car accident in 1982, he was never the same singer.
@@reginaldjackson4176Of course he wasnt the same after being paralysed from the neck down. Still kept going and sang wonderful, even while being in his wheelchair. Just one of the greatest singers ever besides Barry White, Marvin Gaye and Luther Vandross in my opinion.
@@TigraxPlaysGood Morning. Of course he didn't lose his vocal chords, but go back and look at Teddy Pendergrass before the car accident, and after. The car accident changed his life forever, and it had an effect on him as a performer. He was lucky to even still be alive after that accident.
@@reginaldjackson4176 Good Morning.
Well he could have lost them. As I said.. of course he wasnt the same after the accident. Its just respectable that he even kept going and making music and singing so wonderful after that horrible event. Watch his 2002 concert. Just beautiful
Lets be clear,teddy is one of those rare vocalist who can sing someone else song as if he wrote it. Whitney was also in that company.
Teddy Pendergrass was something very very special. Amazing voice with bags of swag. Smooth as they come.
Yeah, bags o’ swag, he sure did have bags and bags of swag! Sure miss him...
Teddy was a music GOD. He was a big part of Harold Melvin and The Blue Notes. Then he went solo and gave us great songs like "Close the Door" "Turn off the lights" "Take me in your Arms Tonight" . Some of the songs you should also review. Smooth dude.
And I must add "Bad Luck" and especially "if You Don't Know Me By Now".. R.I.P. Mr. Teddy.. ♠W.G.
You said it!
Does anyone else love how he drops his neck back, when he sings "oh yessss" ? He's into the music.
One of the greatest covers of all time. 🙏💯
This version grabs your soul!!!
I never heard Teddy's version of this song. I knew Lionel Ritchie wrote, and tailored this song originally for Kenny Rogers. You can't go wrong with either version, although Kenny's version was a major hit back in the day.
He actually wanted Teddy to record it, but he was on tour. He and Kenny were close friends and just got married. He tweeked it and gave it to Kenny
Lionel Richie wrote this song for the Commodores, but they didn't want it. Their loss!!! Kenny Rogers said "Hey', I'll take it!" And it instantly became a hit. Kenny's version is brilliant and legendary. Lionel and Kenny became life long friends. Teddy put his heart and soul into it here...
Lionel was a member of the Commodores when he wrote the song. I don’t think the Commodores rejected the song. Lionel just wrote it for Kenny Rodgers.
They did indeed reject the song. They thought Lionel songs were getting too pop.
@@craigreed1638 let’s not belabor the point, but how is “Lady” terribly different from other Commodores standards like “Easy” or “Three Times A Lady”?
@@therealist2866 it isn't. That was their point. They was more of a funk group at that time.
good thing teddy got it!
His version gave me goose bumps, WOW!
Smooooth Teddy!! Never failed to give a spectacular performance. We lost him too early. 😊
The voice behind Harold Melvin and the Blue Notes… sublime man….. tragically he left us too soon 😭
Your reaction is priceless. Your smile says everything that you're feeling.
Her smile is so addicting!
Please react to "your my latest, greatest, inspiration", by Teddy P. It is one of his most heartfelt contributions to the world. YourAuntie ❤
Teddy did put his flavor on this! You should check out Kenny Rogers also. Royce I'd love for you to react to another love song from Roberta Flack...The First Time I Saw Your Face(first take).
It's a song that always reminds me of my wife of 50 years. It came out just before we got married. We celebrated our 50th anniversary virtually last year and our daughters used it during the event. And she is the love of my life. ❤
Thanks for reminding me of that Roberta Flack's classic hit. I will most certainly add that to the collection of romantic ballads that I'm compiling for a very special lady that I met. And in all likelihood we will eventually share the same last name.
@@alexzander1839 You're welcome! And best wishes to you and your lady(future wife).
I play this song a few times a week. I just LOVE it.
I too play this once a week..also find his rendition of "All by myself "...im telling you!! Bravo!!
Teddy broke it down at the end- awesome vocals!
Maravilha linda Cassol
I've only known Kenny Rogers version but Teddy did an amazing job with this song. I like them both a lot.
THANK YOU to whoever recommended this one! Teddy P giving such a soulful performance of this Lionel Ritchie classic. Great reaction!
Teddy takes me to another place - he is totally totally amazing that voice is orgasmic! Am I allowed to say that as a 67 year old lady from the UK?
Yes, you’re allowed. 👍
Ms Kenny we truly, truly understand.
Of course you can, but just make sure you clean up after you!
If Kenny Roger's original didn't exist, this might be legendary. Teddy Pendergrass was amazing. He did a terrific duet with Whitney on her first album and I don't think many singers could have held their own with her as he did. Kenny's original is a little better though.
When you look up power in the dictionary, you might just find a pic of Teddy.
It was good that Whitney could keep up 😉.
He'll always be a legend. I absolutely love Kenny's original version, basically grew up on it, but Teddy's power will not be denied
Written by Lionel Richie for Kenny Rogers.
How about if we say This is legendary, + Kenny Rogers version is also.
kenny’s is hitting, no doubt... but this right here is moving, literally makes things happen .... it makes me blush omg geeeze ( its still playing)
It’s still legendary! In Teddy’s on style!
Teddy Pendergrass singing 'Close the door' will hit you in ways you could never imagine a simple song doing!!
I can barely imagine the countless children that resulted from that beautiful song!
I'd love to see your reaction! 😲
Yes, I used to put that one on , at the appropriate time !!!!
I am crying 😭 it’s so nice R.I.P. Teddy 🙏🏽🕊🕊♥️♥️💋💋
WOW This is the first time hearing Teddy's version. Very powerful.
All right! One of the great ballad singers!
No one did it like Teddy!
The last missing words were "your'e my lady "
Teddy Pendergrass was a member of Harold Melvin & The Bluenotes of the Sound Of Philadelphia from the early 70's, but his voice was like magic only a few people had his voice like Teddy.
This is the only recorded version of Teddy singing this song. This was in England. I think this song shows the power in his voice.
I'm so surprised that someone found it to react to it. One of my favorites of all time.
For me Teddy's version is the best , his vocals 💯
I think Teddy's and Kenny's versions are both great one is soulful the other is beautiful!🙏🦋👍
Don't even bother to listen to Kenny Rodgers Rodgers version after you've listened to Teddy, you don't need to go there. You might listen to Lionel Richie just because he wrote and composed the song but this is the best version you will ever ever find period.
I wish you would do Luther Vandross' A House is not a Home.
She ain’t ready for the Luther … one just does not simply turn up to Luther unprepared … but I’ll be there when she enters the house of Luther Vandross.
This was the only time he got to sing this song live. He had his accident before he got to sing it here in America.
Naw,...Teddy handsdown,...killed this,..💯🤗
You need to hear the full version of Teddy's version of "Lady"
I saw this concert at Hammersmith Odean as a 17 yr old back in 82, we didnt realise what we were witnessing, probably in my opinion one of the greatest soul singers ever, performing in his last tour! A few months after this he had his accident and although he managed to come back, the disability he suffered had a profound impact on his vocals. So happy I found this
video is on TH-cam, which led me to your review such a stunning cover which unfortunately never made it to record RIP Teddy ❤
Beautiful, a mind reader would be fulfilled if inside yours as you watch Teddy Pendergrass sings this.
Teddy was the Man!!! What did can never be replicated nor duplicated..ever!
He ain’t have to do Kenny like that lol
KENNY ROGERS KILLED THIS SONG !!!!!!
LIONEL PENNED A MASTERPIECE !!!!!
TEDDY PENDERGRASS VERSION IS A KILLER !!!!!!
MUCH MORE SEXUALLY INTENSE !!!!!!
QNS/NY STAND THE FUCK UP !!!!!!
You were awesome with your reaction to the Teddy Pendergrass rendition of "Lady"
Can U do Softly Softly by Sweetback featuring Maxwell?
React to teddy turn off the lights
Rogue, you wanna go to chuuurch? Please check out Al Green’s, “God Blessed Our Love,” Soul Train’s live version on TH-cam. Believe me, you’ll be saying “Amen, Hallelujah and Thank You God!” Trust and Believe…..
Kenny's version gets the woman's phone number, Teddy's version the women take you to their bedroom.
After this song I wanted to change my name to "LADY"
I love both versions of this song. Please check out Kenny Rogers version also. Also check out Love Ballad with Jeffrey Osborne/LTD.
Johnny Cash "Hurt"
Good Evening. Teddy Pendergrass was never the same singer after his near fatal car accident in 1982.
Such a soulful artist , with so many beautiful songs . I had not heard him in a long time. Made my eyes water just a little. " TURN OUT THE LIGHTS, AND LIGHT A CANDLE "
Teddy P was underrated. This is one of the greatest covers every sung. Every one of his songs are sung from his heart, pure talent ... RIP And you Miss Rogue, you rock
Turn off the lights ( Teddy Pendergass)
good but like kenny rogers much more
Lionel Richie did another great version as well...
You've checked out Kenny's version - now check out Lionel's version - the mastermind behind this classic .
I could not believe my ears🙂 Pure excellence.
It’s Called SOUL!❤️
Teddy in his earlier years especially is one of the oft-overlooked performers of the late 70s. I came back to his music only recently and he still sounds amazing to my years.
Absolutely stunning voice he always gives me goosebumps.
Try some Barry White too Practice What you Preach
Teddy gave a beautiful performance of this song. Kenny did it better in my opinion. It could be if I'd heard Teddy first, that would be my favorite. Kenny had that growl that was really hot.
…really lmao😆💯✔️..u comical 💯…
This is the only recording he did of this song
Teddy was always such a top notch performer....I still prefer Kenny rogers version he has such ease and flow, and quiet power. Tank you Lionel for this amazing piece...would have loved to hear the Commodores do this.
One of the greats! Nice date night packages my Ex and I used to give our friends: Wine, candles, and a Teddy or Barry White CD. Lol
I mean… baby making music!
What a performance!
You sure are pretty..I hope you will do Kenny's version...
Teddy! @ ~ 6:04 is the best!
Teddy was the lover man for us ladies back then💞💞
Brilliant cover I've never heard Teddy's version, but it was amazing.
Teddy sang that song!
Teddy P’s first five albums went platinum
Rogue Rxyce, I just love your expression when the music hits you. I'm impressed that for a young lady you love the meaningful balladas the I grew up with in arguably the best decade of music which was the 80's.
Please you must react to "The Teskey Brothers" "Rain"... from The Colors Show. You will be absolutely blown away with the soul from this Australian band. Think of Otis Redding reincarnated. These guys are possibly the very best modern day soul music today. The Band is two brothers and two friends. The lead singer is Josh Teskey. You have to trust me on this..! BTW, I love your reactions.. So heart felt and honest.
This was great, U also should see his "LIVE PERFORMANCE (Ladies only concert)" of him performing "Turn off the Lights." He had the whole lady crowd under a TRANCE. Something to behold 🔥🔥🔥🔥
React to Bobby Womack, if you think you're lonely now
Listen to the platters my prayer
I prefer Both Kenny's and Lionel's versions of this song, including their duet.
LISTEN TO THE ORIGINAL BY (KENNY ROBERTS) YOU WILL CRY!
Oh sorry just saw you already watched Kenny I’m going to watch it next your awesome spending my day watching your reactions 😂💜
🤣🙌🏽
A day well spent....
Wow, this is my favorite version right here!
Teddy mailed it, the best version
React to come go with me from teddy pendergrass
Teddy knew a thing or two about singing love songs and making the ladies melt away.
Okay I just watched your Kenny but I LOVE Teddy Pendergass and his voice so I’m waiting to see how I feel about this.
Can you please do a reaction video to Teddy Pendergrass "Turn off the lights" or "Close the Door"
Please Please Please 🎉🎉😊
This is a good version of "Lady" but it is NOT the song(s) that put Teddy on top of the charts to start his solo career after being a member of "Harold Melvin and the Blue Notes". The song(s) you should have reacted to are songs of baby making music with a voice of GOLD. You should check out.............(,my faves)." CLOSE THE DOOR", "TURN OFF THE LIGHTS", "LOVE T.K.O." Just to start with. He's got even more that will put you in the mood for an all night love making session. Trust me. Teddy was the man back in the day. Hit after hit after hit. R.i.P. Teddy.
Okay. Little known black history fact. Teddy was on the down low. You feel me? Doesn’t negate the fact that when this straight, blue-eyed soul brother would hear Teddy sing 🎤 🎶 🎵 Turn off the lights, and Come take a shower with me that I made a promise to myself. I swore that if I ever saw this smooth as silk brother sing that in person, I was taking my underwear and throwing them at that man! Fast forward some 30+ years. The scene was Mobile, AL at our yearly BayFest music festival (which no longer exists, sad to say) and Teddy was now performing in a wheelchair (a result of a horrific car crash in which he was found in some unsavory company, and his sexual proclivities came to light). All that being said, Teddy could still melt sticks of butter with his voice! My guy started sanging (catch that) Turn off the Lights and I just had to live up to my promise that I made all those years ago. I waded my way to the front (living up to my nickname seen here) and threw my underwear dead in his lap! He never missed a note, but turned and made eye contact with me, and smiled. The crowd lost their minds! Of course my wife was way, way in the back.
Thank you for this reaction!
You MUST MUST MUST listen to Kenny sing this ! PLEASE !
Cannot touch the power of teddy pendergast
@@TAWMUB When you look up power in the dictionary, you might just find a picture of Teddy next to it. What a legend
Watched her reaction to it earlier. She was like butter 😂
Old school sexy from Philadelphia❤❤❤❤ gave me chills
Before Teddy went sole he was with Harold Melvin and the Bluenotes.....GREAT Music
Good morning watching from Guyana 🇬🇾teddy magnificent master of soul champion let me tell you hun teddy was it all i dont think there is no one like him yet he was one hell of a handsome sexy magnificent that baritone voice send ladies crazy smooth tall dark handsome baby champion forever Rip handsome we love you forever
Teddy Pendergrass was one of the Great voices of all time. He was with a group called "Harold Melvin and the Blue Notes." Please react to one their hits named: "Wake up Everybody." This was one of those "Message Songs" that is just as relevant today as it was back in the 80's.
" A writer put these words very, very beautifully". "A writer"? Teddy, really? You can't say the man's name? Show some respect. Yes in 82 "a writer" deserved the respect you did not give.
Consider
One more try - George Michael natural man - Otis Redding
Natural woman - Aretha Franklin
Same song. All interstate takes.
Could you do a reaction to....At Daryl's House featuring Train.."Papa Was A Rollin' Stone?"
Have you done
Sail On
By Lionel Richie and the commodores. Lionel Richie did a lot of begging followed by heartbroken and angry get to stepping songs. Have you heard the lyrics to easy. This was the love version. Sail on, is the happy we broke up version of this song.
Sail on. Better instrumentation. Same song. Original lyrics. Original writer.
Please listen if you haven't already to, Lisa Fischer( How can I ease the pain) and Rahsaan Patterson's(Stop on by and Where you are, you will not be regretful, I enjoy you
It was written for teddy, but... after his accident they thought he'd never sing again.. but Lionel wrote this for TEDDY!!!
When you find time watch the full concert,Teddy Pendergrass live in London you'll love it ,You should ask your Mother or Grand mother about Teddy