FIRST TIME HEARING Donny Hathaway - A Song For You REACTION

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  • @JM-sx2gc
    @JM-sx2gc 2 ปีที่แล้ว +208

    Where Is The Love by him and Roberta Flack is another classic. He had the voice of an angel.

    • @ialewis9076
      @ialewis9076 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      👍🏾So does Roberta 🥰

    • @lindehughes1773
      @lindehughes1773 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Love this song 🎵 ❤

    • @JM-sx2gc
      @JM-sx2gc 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      @@ialewis9076 True!

    • @exie1974
      @exie1974 2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      And "Someday We'll All Be Free"

    • @pattym7316
      @pattym7316 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      One of my all time faves ❤

  • @clydeb7713
    @clydeb7713 2 ปีที่แล้ว +165

    Donny was a very troubled soul who took his own life at 32yrs old. This terrific song written by the great Leon Russell and masterfully performed by Donny. R.I.P. both. 🙏🙏

    • @Wooster77
      @Wooster77 2 ปีที่แล้ว +14

      Man, that’s so sad. I never knew this. RIP

    • @giasamuel7822
      @giasamuel7822 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@Wooster77 yep he jumped out a window from like 19 stories high. There was a rumor that I believe it was Roberta Flack was in the room. They were having an affair.

    • @tskinner5439
      @tskinner5439 2 ปีที่แล้ว +18

      @@giasamuel7822 FALSE... Truth is. NO one truly knows what happened that fateful night at the Essex Hotel. Watch his story on UnSung.

    • @tskinner5439
      @tskinner5439 2 ปีที่แล้ว +13

      To this day.. many believe that was the case. However, the question is still a mystery... Was he pushed or of that window? Did he commit suicide? We will NEVER know the events of that fateful night. We just know that we lost a beautiful voice.

    • @giasamuel7822
      @giasamuel7822 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@tskinner5439 she’s admitted she was there. His own brother admitted he jumped

  • @TheHummingbirder
    @TheHummingbirder 2 ปีที่แล้ว +123

    Isn't this a beautiful song? And Donny Hathaway made a fantastic cover. He did it justice. Written and originally performed by Leon Russell. This is one of my very favorite songs.

    • @terrorzilla
      @terrorzilla 2 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      They need to react to Leon Russell. He wrote some amazing songs. I came to him late in his life when he did an album with Elton John

    • @TheHummingbirder
      @TheHummingbirder 2 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      @@terrorzilla I wish they would. Some of us mentioned Russell to them when they reacted to George Benson's cover of This Masquerade. Maybe they could react to "Lady Blue."

    • @edwardmeradith2419
      @edwardmeradith2419 2 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      Thanks for mentioning Leon Russell- great artist in his own right as well the writer of several classic songs.

    • @giasamuel7822
      @giasamuel7822 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@terrorzilla yea Leon Russell Lady Blue one of my favs. My mom has got me onto all these old time singers. No one like them anymore

    • @TheHummingbirder
      @TheHummingbirder 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@edwardmeradith2419 I believe he started as a studio musician. He was a great pianist; explains Elton John's appreciation of him. And yes, he wrote many songs. He's in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.

  • @michelleautore2945
    @michelleautore2945 2 ปีที่แล้ว +66

    One of the greatest of all time! and that's him playing the piano!

  • @pglux2656
    @pglux2656 2 ปีที่แล้ว +251

    This song is so spiritual and deep in puts you in a trance. He was one music's brightest talents. There will never be another Donny. Truely one of a kind he was. I'm so glad you have reacted to him. He deserves many more reactions.

  • @upat65
    @upat65 2 ปีที่แล้ว +58

    Hathaway was one of the best yet so underrated.

    • @DanielleGillmoreJohnson
      @DanielleGillmoreJohnson 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Absolutely!

    • @1960317
      @1960317 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Not underrated by old heads, maybe by new school. "A Change is Gonna Come", duets, .....

  • @vanessa4u4evr
    @vanessa4u4evr 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    The immortal Donny Hathaway. A voice that could make the Angel's cry.

  • @marilynipatton1281
    @marilynipatton1281 2 ปีที่แล้ว +82

    Check out Donny Hathaway and “This Christmas”. My favorite Christmas song.

    • @sereneamani1713
      @sereneamani1713 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Also the Whispers' "We Love You Donny" using the melody

  • @jeffklay2857
    @jeffklay2857 2 ปีที่แล้ว +38

    OK NO SERIOUSLY! I requested this! My sister passed away after a long battle with cancer this year... we were best friends and this was the song I chose to play at her service. I was having SUCH a sad day today and missing her especially heading into the first holiday season without her. Thank you this made my day. Love you guys keep up the good work stay positive -you touch so many of us.

  • @joshuawilliams1411
    @joshuawilliams1411 2 ปีที่แล้ว +129

    Please check out his Someday we’ll all be free and this Christmas, he studied music and composed many greats, was a musical genius, check out his daughter Layla Hathaway too, what a voice

    • @monicacaldwell3000
      @monicacaldwell3000 2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      My husband loved Donny Hathaway's music so much. It takes you to a deeper level of love.

    • @joshuawilliams1411
      @joshuawilliams1411 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@monicacaldwell3000 exactly, I’m telling you, this is real music

    • @ladycharliestallworth2280
      @ladycharliestallworth2280 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Absolutely right on. I heard that he and Roberta met at Howard University and became good friends and that she started there at the age of 15. Both treasures and Laila too.

    • @joshuawilliams1411
      @joshuawilliams1411 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@ladycharliestallworth2280 Indeed

  • @crybaby4u
    @crybaby4u 2 ปีที่แล้ว +64

    Donny Hathaway was a troubled soul but a fantastic artist. He surpassed being just a singer. He was a musical masterpiece. This is one of my favorites, but "Giving Up" is my absolute favorite. He could draw out a song like no other and leave you jonesing for the following note. Check it out, but before that, check out him singing A Change Is Going to Come. It was one of if not the last songs he ever recorded. Many have covered, but few have brought me to tears the way his version does. MASTERPIECE!!!
    Edit: I fell down the Donny rabbit hold. Another song for you to consider is " I love more than you'll ever know."

    • @bodhisattva3774
      @bodhisattva3774 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      This song was written by Leon Russell.

    • @sereneamani1713
      @sereneamani1713 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

    • @valerieneal2747
      @valerieneal2747 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@bodhisattva3774 YES IT WAS. AND LEON LET IT BE KNOWN THAT NOBODY...NOBODY COULD SING IT LIKE DONNY.

  • @gjladson
    @gjladson 2 ปีที่แล้ว +39

    You can hear his influence in his daughter, current day singer, Layla Hathaway

    • @ciarrajohnson3849
      @ciarrajohnson3849 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Lalah:: Yes they need to see her sing this (R&B Divas). Well see it Live first, then hear her sing it a cappella❤️❤️

    • @lakep7798
      @lakep7798 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Absolutely, was thinking the same!❤️

  • @carolhollis4886
    @carolhollis4886 2 ปีที่แล้ว +44

    Donnie Hathaway was a masterpiece of perfection

  • @tOneal-kp5ri
    @tOneal-kp5ri 2 ปีที่แล้ว +50

    His daughter singing this song is almost haunting. She is a giant in the modern jazz era. Never heard anybody but her hit those notes he sang in this song

    • @paulinedelabie6231
      @paulinedelabie6231 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      th-cam.com/video/RkAJz7qjzhw/w-d-xo.html Lalah Hathaway

    • @kasiaopila7205
      @kasiaopila7205 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Thanks for that. I can’t wait to hear her 🙂

    • @tamars6295
      @tamars6295 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      F.A.C.T.S.

    • @klb9142
      @klb9142 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      You missed Whitney Houston singing it. So let me help you out. And I will go check out Lalah Hathaway.
      th-cam.com/video/NbFd7jKH3s8/w-d-xo.html

    • @tOneal-kp5ri
      @tOneal-kp5ri 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@klb9142 I love me some Whitney, but she was doing too much for me on this Donny classic

  • @richardconnolly4835
    @richardconnolly4835 2 ปีที่แล้ว +28

    A beautiful duet is Donny and Roberta Flack singing The Closer I Get to You.

  • @falynangel6594
    @falynangel6594 2 ปีที่แล้ว +27

    His story makes my heart ache. God Bless that bittersweet beautiful soul.

  • @kimberlypage5285
    @kimberlypage5285 2 ปีที่แล้ว +49

    With Christmas around the corner, please review Donny’s version of “This Christmas.” It’s a classic.
    Also check out his daughter, Lalah Hathaway. She is an incredible vocalist and has her dad’s tone.

    • @myzykia5845
      @myzykia5845 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Love love LOVE Lalah!!!!!

    • @jacklynazure689
      @jacklynazure689 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I saw Lalah Hathaway at the Jazz Cafe in London a few years ago and she was incredible just like her father❤

  • @marshill3101
    @marshill3101 2 ปีที่แล้ว +23

    One of the greatest voices EVER. His daughter
    Lalah Hathaway can "sang" too. He also sang the theme song to the
    TV sitcom, "Maude".

  • @jewelofaries
    @jewelofaries 2 ปีที่แล้ว +32

    Classic. Such a talented man with such a turbulent life. R.I.P. indeed KING.

  • @zeakeman12
    @zeakeman12 2 ปีที่แล้ว +36

    Finally! You fellas have just witnessed one of the greatest! Now you gotta listen to Donny sing Someday we'll all be free. You will be happy you did. Peace Nephews! Keep on keeping on!

  • @joshuawilliams1411
    @joshuawilliams1411 2 ปีที่แล้ว +50

    My favorite song, love this reaction, Donny was the GOAT

  • @marywilson1442
    @marywilson1442 2 ปีที่แล้ว +28

    Oh y'all showing out tonight you start off with the Isley Brothers and now you bringing Brother Donnie." He's good " he's more than good, I don't know the word for his voice Phenomenal, Magnificent, Majestic. There's no way to describe the chills I get from this song.... Just straight up goosebumps can bring me to tears.

  • @msbeaverhausen7226
    @msbeaverhausen7226 2 ปีที่แล้ว +19

    For me, Christmas doesn't start until I hear This Christmas on the radio. Fun fact, Donny also sang the theme song for Maude.

    • @Sodampurtie1
      @Sodampurtie1 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Absolutely my truth! Not Christmas until I hear his version... "Hang all the mistletoe, I'm gonna get to know you bettaah" The violins and the congas pierce my soul; 🥰😇😍 I forgot about the Maude reference; I wouldn't leave the TV until the theme ended. 😂

  • @theresatitus-lawson3431
    @theresatitus-lawson3431 2 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    Brought me to tears, this song is so touching. Especially when he sang the words "and when my life is over is over, remember when we were together."

  • @shawngross5420
    @shawngross5420 2 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    I love Donny Hathaway. This song is an experience. That voice touches my soul every time I hear him. Captivated.

  • @maggiedonaldson8432
    @maggiedonaldson8432 2 ปีที่แล้ว +48

    Oh Donny Hathaway was the most superb singer: voice, interpretation, musicianship. Taken far too soon. I think both Stevie Wonder and George Benson were deeply influenced by him. He deserves to have legendary status, but many haven’t heard of him, even in my 'older' generation

  • @deniselumpkin9756
    @deniselumpkin9756 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I love Donny Hathaway!! He was an excellent Male Soul singer and Writer! His talent can not be found today in 2021! A song that touched your soul! ❤️❤️

  • @elainewaller-rose9707
    @elainewaller-rose9707 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Simply one of the best vocal performances ever.
    R.I.P. Mr. Hathaway. ❤🖤💚

  • @Sodampurtie1
    @Sodampurtie1 2 ปีที่แล้ว +18

    Hey fellas, y'all just discovered a REAL one. Donny was a remarkable talent. He's playing the piano in this song, so he's giving voice and keys masterfully. Check out He and Roberta Flack duos. "Back together again" and "The closer I get to you"

  • @CorporateQueen
    @CorporateQueen 2 ปีที่แล้ว +43

    Such a divine version of this song. Beautiful voice.

  • @WestsidePiFF
    @WestsidePiFF 2 ปีที่แล้ว +31

    One of the greatest talents. He’s the artist that wrote and performed the song ‘This Christmas’ that I’m sure you guys have heard. RIP to that brotha. If only he was able to get the proper medical treatment. He could’ve been amongst the top greats.

    • @maryewilson2009
      @maryewilson2009 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      My favorite Christmas song, I dont want nobody but Donny singing it either!

    • @bodhisattva3774
      @bodhisattva3774 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      This song they're reacting to was written by Leon Russell.

  • @ThisIsFiftyWithLil
    @ThisIsFiftyWithLil 2 ปีที่แล้ว +31

    The orchestration, soooo good.

  • @deboraiyall3406
    @deboraiyall3406 2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    I am so happy that you discovered this song. For decades this song has filled my heart, calmed me down, and helped me through. Now you know Donny Hathaway.

  • @sirenap1572
    @sirenap1572 2 ปีที่แล้ว +37

    One of the best songs. It gets you right in the heart and the soul.

  • @wen-nz3sk
    @wen-nz3sk 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Donny, what an angelic beautiful voice, RIP Donny, we r still listening.

  • @boblozaintherealworld3577
    @boblozaintherealworld3577 2 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    Donny Hathaway....man, that takes me back. And his cap, of course. He was HEAVY. Thanks, guys.

  • @rahsaanephriam48
    @rahsaanephriam48 2 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    before I even look at the comments or watch them even hearing one note that Donny sangs I just want to say...They ain't ready for the greatness they are about to hear.

  • @traveller112
    @traveller112 2 ปีที่แล้ว +37

    Check out his version of THIS CHRISTMAS. I love the feel of it. It’s probably my favorite Christmas song.

    • @Sirie7206
      @Sirie7206 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      His version? He is the original!

    • @lepoetress
      @lepoetress 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@Sirie7206 I think there is another before his. I remember them metioning something on his Unsung episode about a lady singing this before him, but I could be mistaken. It's not OFFICIALLY Christmas until that song is played.

    • @quickmealswithtee
      @quickmealswithtee 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Way better than what Chris Brown tried to do. Ijs.

  • @aarongoldstein7614
    @aarongoldstein7614 2 ปีที่แล้ว +28

    A grand voice accompanied by a grand arrangement.

  • @jeffienevarez5301
    @jeffienevarez5301 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Every time I hear Donny Hathaway sing this song it brings tears to my eyes, and makes me so emotional and melancholy. Simply beautiful.

  • @maryalbanesi3435
    @maryalbanesi3435 2 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    The first time I heard this song, Leon Ryssell was singing it & its been one of my favorites ever since, so beautiful. Donny Hathaway had a fantastic voice. Sadly, he had mental health issues & committed suicide. Listen to his Christmas song, "This Christmas." It's a classic.

  • @cherylharrison6597
    @cherylharrison6597 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    His daughter have an awesome voice as well she continue to remind us of his greatness when we hear her sing.

  • @sharonjarrett8953
    @sharonjarrett8953 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Roberta Flack and Donny Hathaway “ The Closer I Get Too You”

  • @mimime5326
    @mimime5326 2 ปีที่แล้ว +67

    Such an intensely beautiful song. “I love you in a place where there’s no space or time” - how could anyone not get goosebumps over that line?
    Ray Charles, The Carpenters, and Leon Russell all sang this as beautifully. Each in their own way.

    • @CamilleLP68
      @CamilleLP68 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yep, Ray's version of this song is amazing

  • @lr7221
    @lr7221 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Donny Hathaway is totally underrated. Very talented and a interesting life in the music industry. His daughter Lala is also talented and underrated. Love them both.

  • @cindypaul1127
    @cindypaul1127 2 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Donny’s voice, the melody and lyrics are just gorgeous 👏🏽

  • @donnabanks7656
    @donnabanks7656 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    The one and only Donny Hathaway. Beautuful song!

  • @5JRTs
    @5JRTs 2 ปีที่แล้ว +41

    Can’t listen to this or Leon’s version without tears streaming down my face. It’s one of the most heart wrenching and beautiful songs of all time. Glad you two experienced it.

    • @myzykia5845
      @myzykia5845 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Fighting them back now myself....chin trembling ...geesh buts its a good cry

    • @mariancoleman8576
      @mariancoleman8576 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I cry too...every time!

  • @zinarhone7642
    @zinarhone7642 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Donny is one of the most instrumental voices ever. His soul come through in his lyrics. He was so awake and his music was relevant to are awakening during the Civil rights movement and the years that immediately followed. Check out his tunes Love, Love, Love, Gonna Love You More, This Christmas and his duet with Roberta Flack Where is the Love. Also check out his daughter Layla Hathaway. She's awesome.

  • @MRWstacker
    @MRWstacker 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    These dudes have such a good taste in music.

  • @LG-kx8xl
    @LG-kx8xl 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    He had a wonderful voice & delivery style. This song will tear you up. R.I.P. Please listen to his daughter Lalah Hathaway too. She's one of my favorite singers, a fantastic artist in her own right. Her voice is beautiful & her lower register is a beast! She got it honest. I'd love to hear her do a song with him like Natalie Cole did w/her father's song Unforgettable adding her vocals in with his.

  • @deec.3371
    @deec.3371 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Achingly beautiful ❤️. You must listen to him singing "Someday We'll All Be Free". His daughter Lalah Hathaway has a beautiful voice too. Her song "Let Me Love You" is so much fun and has a bounce to it. Father and daughter, immeasurable talent!

  • @BJJones-nw3wn
    @BJJones-nw3wn 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Master vocals and piano too.🎙🎹

  • @christinekovacich8688
    @christinekovacich8688 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I'm listening to this for the first time too. Great voice and so touching 😭

    • @RTDavis0503
      @RTDavis0503 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Listen to his greatest hits. He will have you on your feelings

  • @mcblaloc
    @mcblaloc 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    This is my favorite love song of all time. I can't even explain why. It just strikes a perfect chord in me. I listen to it over and over and over, and never get tired of it. Donny's version is my favorite. Whitney's cover is a close second. It just moves me perfectly. Thank you Donny

  • @PhillyJawn_215
    @PhillyJawn_215 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Donny's voice was golden. I was introduced to his music at an early age. You must check out Someday we'll all be free and This Christmas. A lot of people have covered This Christmas, but it's not officially Christmas until you hear Donny Hathaway's version 🎄

  • @rhondanelson7218
    @rhondanelson7218 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    One of the greats. This Christmas, the ghetto, someday we’ll all be free, He also sang great songs with Roberta Flack “you are my love, you’ve got a friend, where is the love. His Daughter Layla Hathaway “when your life was low” is another great song.

  • @crystalhochstetler-saric9940
    @crystalhochstetler-saric9940 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    He's got a beautiful tone. I love this.

  • @antwaunfalkner8821
    @antwaunfalkner8821 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    The icon donnie Hathaway was born and raised in Chicago

  • @kazzuo32
    @kazzuo32 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Oh I love that song.

  • @Jglendab8153
    @Jglendab8153 2 ปีที่แล้ว +17

    As usual you bring a new appreciation for the singers as well as their music performance.

  • @teepeeNC
    @teepeeNC 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I can't ever, EVER listen to this song without crying.

  • @auntieeva4098
    @auntieeva4098 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    So glad you chose this song. This R&B at it's finest. He and Roberta Flack collaborated beautifully on an album before his passing. Worth the listen. The Temptations performed this song also. Did an excellent job as well.

  • @adrenna1973
    @adrenna1973 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Your silence as he held that last note...priceless. Her daughter Lalah H. does a cover of this as well paying homage to her father. Beautifully done.

  • @robertasirgutz8800
    @robertasirgutz8800 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    This song has been covered by EVERYONE.
    Shout out to the writer, Leon Russell.

  • @michaelbaldree6821
    @michaelbaldree6821 2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Thank you Leon Russell for writing such a beautiful song. You should react Leon Russell's work. He wrote so many songs that he sang and were also covered by so many other artists. I really like Stranger in a Strange land.

  • @Cynthia-ul4uh
    @Cynthia-ul4uh 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    One of my favorites. He was a musical genius

  • @tiranjasmith737
    @tiranjasmith737 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This is one of the most beautiful song ever!!!! Respect !!!!!!!!

  • @reginahairston5632
    @reginahairston5632 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    This song always brings tears to my eyes

  • @loritajohnson5664
    @loritajohnson5664 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Please MORE Donny Hathaway songs. Especially duets with Roberta Flack like 'Where is the Love?'.

  • @MindTrickedX24
    @MindTrickedX24 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Man, this song... especially this live version... just gives me chills. Powerful.

  • @deniseosborne3233
    @deniseosborne3233 2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    I've always loved this song. Thank you for this reaction. Its beautiful.

  • @1eb4u2c2
    @1eb4u2c2 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Donny Hathaway-For All We Know : If you think of all the people we lost in 2020 and 2021 this we bring you to tears

  • @Sirie7206
    @Sirie7206 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    He is my favourite male singer in life and he’s the one on piano.

  • @bodhisattva3774
    @bodhisattva3774 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    This song was written by Leon Russell. A great songwriter. You should react to his song Tight Rope.

  • @russeli1941
    @russeli1941 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Nobody like Donny💖 Check out Donny with Roberta Flack. ~The Closer I Get To You~

  • @joannedonnelly7199
    @joannedonnelly7199 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Yes. GOAT, transported me again this morning, voice like velvet, glad you fellas discovered him.

  • @nyspice1966
    @nyspice1966 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Beautiful Donny!

  • @andreatymm7271
    @andreatymm7271 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This is the first time I've heard this version...but man this song gets me every time. "I love you in a place where there's no space or time, I love you for my life, cuz you're a friend of mine". Deep & beautiful.

  • @shirleydavis6148
    @shirleydavis6148 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    There are no words to describe Donny. No words. Someday We Shall All be Free, really all his songs deserve a long listen.

  • @aaliyahmuhammad5651
    @aaliyahmuhammad5651 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Listen to his daughter laylah Hathaway...she is phenomenal

  • @PMGleeson36
    @PMGleeson36 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Donny did some of the best arrangements of any musician in history. His tragic death in 1975 was a major loss to the music world.

  • @mkwilliams7
    @mkwilliams7 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Williams Kings! Yall ON ONE TONIGHT. MAN...Donnie Hathaway was my favorite singer of ALL time. Thank you for another great reaction 👍🏽💖

  • @bolaogunlana5398
    @bolaogunlana5398 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Beautiful song! 'I love you more than you'll ever know' is another great song by him.

  • @ladyschatze9159
    @ladyschatze9159 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    This is a gem. Love Donny Hathaway. You have got to listen to "Love, Love,Love" or "Some day we'll all be free" by Donny Hathaway.

  • @zanohoriamazo1
    @zanohoriamazo1 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Donny is a legendary part of the soul & r&b legacy, who was an extraordinary musician as well. His collaborations with Roberta Flack, especially Where Is The Love & The Closer I Get To You, might be more well know to popular audiences back in ‘79’s but as mentioned, left his beautiful work. R.I.P. :
    Someday We’ll All Be Free
    This Christmas
    Others with Roberta:
    Back Together Again
    You Are My Heaven
    Check Christina Aguilera’s with jazz great Herbie Hancock on A Song For You.
    His daughter Lalah (lay -la) Hathaway. Eh had a hit called, Something, & she performed an incredible remix with Snarky Puppy , with mind blowing vocal work.

  • @darlenegreen4035
    @darlenegreen4035 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Crisp strong smooth voice.... easy love song❤....love the piano touch...it hooks my attention....

  • @soulstarmusiclover1254
    @soulstarmusiclover1254 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    This is the legendary iconic Donny Hathaway who suffered mental illness and died of suicide at the height of is career. Although he left us early his music has withstood the test of times and he is considered a Legend 🙌❤ His daughter is Lalah Hathaway who voice is equally amazing and has had a long succesful music career and is well respected in the industry and has collaborated with other famous musicians. ❤🙏🏽🙌 enternal 🔥

  • @carolynplenty4475
    @carolynplenty4475 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Just a beautiful song by one the greatest singer gone way to soon. RIP MY BROTHER.😔🙏🙏⚘⚘💔💔❤❤. Watching this on CHRISTMAS DAY AND BRING TEARS TO MY EYES. He will live on as well as his music. MISS YOU😔🙏🙏🎶♥️♥️.Still listening on March 15th. RIP IN GLORIOUS PEACE MY BROTHER.🙏😪💔.

  • @BearHeart13
    @BearHeart13 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    He was such an incredible singer. An icon!

  • @rynahodum7996
    @rynahodum7996 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    He was so gifted! He played piano on his songs too. Look up his duets with Roberta Flack as well. Tragically, he suffered from clinical depression, and committed suicide.

  • @melaniejohnson1832
    @melaniejohnson1832 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    One of my favorite singers of all time....Such a pure and beautiful voice. And he can hit those keys too.

  • @sharians-bluesky
    @sharians-bluesky 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    If this song doesn't hold your attention and bring chills, something is wrong. It always wants you to repeat & repeat & repeat.... 💗💔🎼~

  • @75shak
    @75shak 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    This is my top 3 favorite songs ever, and if you get a chance check out Sylvester & Eric Robinson's Live version, but this song, and how Mr. Hathaway sings it (and seeing how it clearly affected you young men)... it's too deep for words.

  • @ellenharrison5519
    @ellenharrison5519 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    My first time hearing Donny Hathaway too. Thanks. Moving.

  • @missmyasia
    @missmyasia 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    He’s the greatest of all time

  • @michaelmarlonbestbae6078
    @michaelmarlonbestbae6078 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    OMG! YOU GUYS DON’T REALIZE HOW LONG IVE BEEN WAITING FOR YOU TO REACT TO THIS SONGGG❤️❤️❤️❤️

    • @edith6797
      @edith6797 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Me too

    • @michaelmarlonbestbae6078
      @michaelmarlonbestbae6078 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@edith6797 yes! Now I’m just waiting for them to react to “Old Friend” by Phyllis Hyman lol

  • @000_x9
    @000_x9 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I challenge the boys to listen to this song again when their about 50 years old. I'm sitting over here sobbing when i hear this song!

  • @BlaccTony69
    @BlaccTony69 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Donny Hathaway is an example of why mental health is a very important issue, and we should not just ignore it. I read about his suicide, when he jumped out of the apartment building. They say he had signs of schizophrenia, and he had stopped taking his medication for the mental illness, causing a relapse and him jumping out the window ending his own life.

    • @lepoetress
      @lepoetress 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I was in elementary school when he passed and remember seeing this on the news. It was sad. At the time, no one except his family and a few close friends knew what he was dealing with. Unsung gave more understanding as to why he is no longer with us.

  • @reneesydnor-henry4538
    @reneesydnor-henry4538 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Donny Hathaway is a GOAT