I'm 37 and I remember being in 6th grade in Miami, FL when this played on the radio and I wanted to go out to get the cassette. Of course I could not drive out to the mall by myself but my sister eventually brought it for me. That was all we had back then, cassettes and radios. Oh and of course Sony Walkmans. My how the times have changed. Never did I imagine that I could be playing this anytime I want on a PHONE for crying out loud. Sadly those simpler times were in my opinion more beautiful and fulfilling than now.
coupleofbeers31 a few years from now, people will be saying, " I remember when we could pull up songs on our phones and play them, those were the days"
My mom used to always take me to the skating rink as a child and would have to hold me tight and dance with me every time this song came on when we were there. She passed back in 2002 when I was 14, and I had to put together all the courage I could muster to sing this at her funeral, one of the hardest moments of my life. I haven't heard this song in many, many years but think of her every time. I lost my best friend in the world last month, and I'm still crying my eyes out every day. I haven't felt this much pain since my mother's death, and just feel so lost. This song comes on the radio today and I felt like it was my mother just coming to be here for me and tell me everything will be okay. Time definitely does move fast...
@@jashaiidancelist7103 thank you! I'm so sorry for you loss. I don't think many can understand it unless they have been there. Definitely a beautiful song.
Steven Recinos - I’m sorry for your loss brother. Those words were very heartfelt. I was and still am in tears after reading your story. Life isn’t fair sometimes. I personally just wanna say, thank you for sharing your moving story. God Bless You, your family, and most importantly……..God Bless your mom / BEST friend.
My Wife and I just found out our son passed way last night. They found him on the metro bus unresponsive. When the coroner showed up he was pronounced deceased. He just visited us a week ago and we begged him to stay but he insisted on leaving. He had been battling drug addiction and depression. We are so heart broken! You can rest forever now Tyler and we love you so so much! Until we meet again!
I'm 42, i remember when this beautiful song came out. It immediately became one of those lasting song's that carried through the years. Thank you Surface. Still listening in 2018 and beyond
This group owns a big part of my heart. I listen to these songs, and it instantly takes me back to my childhood. Surface is an underrated group, imo. Love it.
This song makes me cry when you are in love it makes me feel happy and appreciated the one I love the most😢😢💐💖💯💯 I miss the 90s those were the good times growing up...
Sadly lying here listening to this beautiful masterpiece with tears flowing down my face. This was a favorite of my late wife and I. She lost her several months battle with cancer April 22, 2024. I love you Millie. It wasn't the end I'll see you again, and it will be like "The First Time" when God call's me home. ❤
I've been dealing with a lot of personal issues lately, and I always come to this song before i go to sleep to help me get through it. Surface, thank you for saving my life!
The early to mid 90s had some great tunes such as this, I must admit. But, I still think the 80s was the best decade for music. Great and classical music began to fade away as we approached the year 2000. I can't recall ever getting goosebumps while listening to modern day music....but I did a few minutes ago while listening to this song. Thanks for posting.
ronald antoine I am glad that you're able to confirm that the 80s was the BEST decade EVER for music. When I posted such statement elsewhere under other videos, I got many responses saying that it was the 90s. Of course, one or two people agreed, but the majority didn't. Now, while I am someone who respects other people's opinions, I can't help but argue that they are wrong. What you and I both agree to is a matter of fact. It is not just our opinion. And I reckon SOME, if not MOST, of these folks were not born at a time whereby they experienced both decade growing up. Thanks for sharing you thoughts.
There are good songs/music today, but EVERYTHING is autotuned now. This song, and other of that time were pure. Around '97-'98 Cher came out with that robot voice, and things went downhill from there.
I'm 44 I remember absolutely loving this song when I was 12 I remember telling my sister who was older by ten years, that this was my favorite song on the top 10 countdown back then she laughed at me and said you've never even had a girlfriend! Well that age I thought that's what love would be like!
Nurindah Permatasari Hadn’t heard this song in many years and almost forgotten about it. This has me really choked up. The girl in the video at 3:13, the way she looks at her guy, was the same way my Love used to look at me. I haven’t had anyone look at me like that since. It’s been 7 years since I’ve seen or communicated with her. Life took us in different directions. To J. F., wherever you are, I hope you have found happiness in life and love.
The music is full of soulful melody and the artist (vocalist) himself is unparalleled of his heartfelt interpretation of a very moving love song. More power to this remarkable Soul, Jazz and RnB trio. Love them!
This song is mine and my sons song. I sang it to him as a baby. He was our blessing from God. I looked into my brand new 5 month old baby's eyes and fell in love. He wiped away all those tears of infertility. We danced and sang it with brushes as fake mics when he was 6 or 7. I forced him to dance and sing it with me at 15. Ten yrs ago, when he got married, we danced to it as our mom son dance. He sings it to his 4 kids. Beautiful song, beautiful legacy
My wife of 20 years passed away this week. Because this was a special song for us, we played this gem during her photo sideshow. It was a perfect fit. The first time I took off her glasses and gazed deeply into her eyes, I told her that her eyes were gorgeous. She gave me a stunned, "Really?" She could't believe someone would give her that kind of attention. After spending our whole lives being rejected and neglected, it felt good to feel wanted, for both of us. We always knew we were right for each other, and I miss her more than mere words can describe. Fly with the angels, Julie. I will never stop loving you. You were the best!!
Man this brings back so many memories, living in Toronto and Scarborough and listening to these beautiful R 'N' B Hits. The music now just ain't the same like it was back then!!!
I'm that person that believe in people getting their flowers while they can still smell them. If you look into their catalog, and their impact, these guys belong in the R.R.H.O.F. And Atlantic Starr as well. And neither of them has gotten as much as a lifetime achievement award. Freaking unbelievable 🎶🎵 🎙️🎙️🎙️🎙️🎙️ 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟
In still do. There's beauty and love (ie God) everywhere. I get nostalgic too... But if God's love...and God's forever. He's here. We gotta look! I think the devils trying to blind us. But we see!!!
Wow, I was 19 years old at that time, and I happened to be accepted as a radio announcer for Imelda Efem in Semarang, almost every time I broadcast, I always gave color to Surface songs, it was beautiful at that time....
This was my husband & mine's song when we were young. It seemed every time we were together this song was on. It became ours, that was 23 yrs ago & he's still my husband. He even bought me this on a cassette single, remember those? It was for my 17th birthday
Yes girl, cassette singles.lolthe times. Let's it forget putting tissue in the sides of the tape to record music off of the radio as it played.lol good times.
Chris Hernandez much agreed what happened to these Timeless classics. gives you the greatest feeling deep down in your gut. I miss these days way better than the crap they play on the radio now
dam i haven’t heard this since the 90s and now it’s 2024and this song still hits the spot ❤❤ anybody else here in 2024 ?
This song just like wine..
2024
i consider this as one of the best love songs ever written
Who is here in 2024? This song will never get old! They don't make music like this anymore!
So true...will forever love this song.
Agreed
Love Classic!❤❤❤❤
His diction is so clear ❤... no need to strain to understand his message. It's so rare nowsaday.
2024 still in love with this song ❤
My wedding song! 1992, Surface was one of my favorites. Still married to my husband over 30 years now...and still in love!
Congratulations!
That's beautiful, I was in 9th grade and still love it 😊
Esperamos que siempre sea así para ustedes, y que el amor nunca se les acabe.
Hey Becky u cute ❤
Awwww❤
I'm 37 and I remember being in 6th grade in Miami, FL when this played on the radio and I wanted to go out to get the cassette. Of course I could not drive out to the mall by myself but my sister eventually brought it for me. That was all we had back then, cassettes and radios. Oh and of course Sony Walkmans. My how the times have changed. Never did I imagine that I could be playing this anytime I want on a PHONE for crying out loud. Sadly those simpler times were in my opinion more beautiful and fulfilling than now.
coupleofbeers31 a few years from now, people will be saying, " I remember when we could pull up songs on our phones and play them, those were the days"
coupleofbeers31 305 stand up💯
coupleofbeers31 dude what school u went to in Miami I went to carol city senior high home if the chiefs
Neil Smith Miami High class of ‘97
i know this literally has nothing to do with anything you've said, neither does it with the context of your comment but, 37 is still pretty young.
Who's still listening in 2024? Still freakin beautiful!
2024 - Still listening!
@lauram8404 2024 Me too. Still listening to this song I first heard back in '89 when I was 18 now I'm 52.
@@herondelatorre4023it came out in 1991.
@justanadams9430 OK My bad. It came out in '91 when I was 20. Now I'm 52 . 👍👍
This is one of the greatest love songs ever. It makes me cry when I hear it. It makes me feel like it was just yesterday
Is anyone else still listening to this beautiful song in 2024??? ❤
🖐️✋🖐️👋 unfortunately divorced already
Yes
That part 😊
Yes I am. I remember this song from middle school.
yup
My mom used to always take me to the skating rink as a child and would have to hold me tight and dance with me every time this song came on when we were there. She passed back in 2002 when I was 14, and I had to put together all the courage I could muster to sing this at her funeral, one of the hardest moments of my life. I haven't heard this song in many, many years but think of her every time. I lost my best friend in the world last month, and I'm still crying my eyes out every day. I haven't felt this much pain since my mother's death, and just feel so lost. This song comes on the radio today and I felt like it was my mother just coming to be here for me and tell me everything will be okay. Time definitely does move fast...
Oh my Steven Recinos I can feel your pain lost my mom in 08 so I know the feeling this is really a beautiful song
@@jashaiidancelist7103 thank you! I'm so sorry for you loss. I don't think many can understand it unless they have been there. Definitely a beautiful song.
C'mon man...U got me cutting onions now!!!
Steven Recinos - I’m sorry for your loss brother.
Those words were very heartfelt. I was and still am in tears after reading your story. Life isn’t fair
sometimes. I personally just wanna say, thank you for sharing your moving story. God Bless You, your family, and most importantly……..God Bless your mom / BEST friend.
Deeply sorry 😢
Unquestionably and undeniably one of the greatest romantic ballads of its time.
Of ALL time
I say top 50.
The 80s had so many great ballads.
Turning 44 in November.
I remember. Lol.
Nothing beats the classic love songs. These songs will live forever.❤️
My Wife and I just found out our son passed way last night. They found him on the metro bus unresponsive. When the coroner showed up he was pronounced deceased. He just visited us a week ago and we begged him to stay but he insisted on leaving. He had been battling drug addiction and depression. We are so heart broken! You can rest forever now Tyler and we love you so so much! Until we meet again!
My sincerest condolences. May God strengthen y'all immensely. May he Rest in Peace
I’m so sorry for your loss 😔my condolences
So very sorry to hear this and for your loss! Prayers too you all
Sending God's love and my condolences to you, your wife and your entire family. May Tyler's soul continue to rest in eternal peace 🕯️🕊️
Oh no. May his soul rest in peace.
Sing it, Bernard Jackson. Great voice, underrated band. This is what I call music.
Amen to that 🙏
2:58 is such an awesome part of the song!
When music was good, pure, and simple. ❤
Indeed. I miss it. Music that actually meant something ❤️
I'm 42, i remember when this beautiful song came out. It immediately became one of those lasting song's that carried through the years. Thank you Surface. Still listening in 2018 and beyond
My very first crush at 13 back in '91...
Amen!
Me too! I heard this song when I was 13 on my first crush.
@@johnbegayjr😂e too! I'm 45
Real talk 👍🏾
This group owns a big part of my heart. I listen to these songs, and it instantly takes me back to my childhood. Surface is an underrated group, imo. Love it.
Ur so right Jeff Surface song The First Time is truly a great song takes me back to a wonderful time n my life. MAn I miss those days
This could be a wedding song 😊.
This song is so beautiful 💔💔
One of the most beautiful songs ever!!!! Bernard Jackson sang his tail off on this one!
He has such a wonderfully smooth, clear and polished voice.
Yes he did
videoal he still sings his ass off and is cuter then back then!! Lol just watched him at a charity video! Forgot about these guys now on repeat!!
@@jakemeke8750 me robot , crying gaY , me jaKe Meke.
lmao lmfao man that actually made me laugh
This song makes me cry when you are in love it makes me feel happy and appreciated the one I love the most😢😢💐💖💯💯 I miss the 90s those were the good times growing up...
Richard Brooks I Completely Agree
Preach,brother.
Yesss....I still want this ...real love....
I was a freshman in college when this came out and the video aired frequently on VH1. I love this song more now than I did then. That smooth voice...💕
I love this Surface song! It always usually brings tears to my eyes 😢
Every time I play it I cry
"When we fell in LOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOVE." #classic #amazing #unmatched
I love the ending to this.... He sings that last verse with the voice of an angel!!
My god , Music could really grab you and make you feel the songs back then . I feel so grateful to have lived in and experienced life in those days .
I agree nowadays there's nothing on the radio
Truth Indeed AMEN 🙏
Me too
Well spoken… we can just be grateful we had this era once upon a Time.
45 years young & this is still one if my top fave love songs I listen to daily.
Don't u ever lose your love and don't you ever turn ghetto.lol
Hi five 46
I'm 52 and I hear all Surface's songs from Buenos Aires, Argentine ♥️
Classic always
I'm 44 and I still listen that song
Incredibly song with an incredible ending; Thank you Surface for the music you have produced throughout the years.
Sadly lying here listening to this beautiful masterpiece with tears flowing down my face. This was a favorite of my late wife and I. She lost her several months battle with cancer April 22, 2024. I love you Millie. It wasn't the end I'll see you again, and it will be like "The First Time" when God call's me home. ❤
What a timeless masterpiece. Simply beautiful song.
1990 no Social media no reality shows… no cell phone texting… What a beautiful time it was… 3 way calls was our internet lol… Damn now I’m 50
What a BEAUTIFUL song. I dont care what your beliefs....religion...or whatever....I can't imagine ANYONE ruling this out being a wedding song...
usaalways so true
What's beliefs....religion...or whatever got to do with good music, contrary-ass Atheist?
When my wife and I renew our vows this is definitely gonna be our song.
This was my wedding song...celebration 30th anniversary
This song has absolutely nothing to do with religion. Doesn't mention anything religious at all
Songs been in my head for about a week and I’ve been too scared to play it because these classics conjure up so many memories, emotions, and feelings.
Whose here today listening in 2024
🖖
👍
Me!!
Present
🖐!
the first time/ shower me with your love! 2 of surface greats! 80's forever!
u so RIGHT LOL
+Shadow Blade this song came out when i fell in love with my first crush in HS
dnt forget about happy an closer rhan friends
lol, or" you are my everything"/ "never gonna let you down"/ and " let's try again". they don't make love songs like this no more!
The First Time came out in 1991.
A #1 hit for Surface on the Rhythm & Blues charts. It was the 701st #1 R&B song of the Rock Era.
The one & only masterpiece from 1988. 30 years on and it's still a gem! They can't make a ballad like this if they tried! #80SFOREVER
This is just a beautiful song and his voice goes perfect with it.
I've been dealing with a lot of personal issues lately, and I always come to this song before i go to sleep to help me get through it. Surface, thank you for saving my life!
I love this song... I still remember the first time I heard it and how it made me smile and cry. How talented is Surface.
big ups to my old man for raising me to real music
A beautiful song to make you remember first love. The best part is when he holds the note at the end.
We need this music back!! I absolutely and heart felt love this! Love solves, love covers, love WILL prevail!
This dude's voice is mellow as a cello of love
You have to have a GREAT soul to be able to sing music like that!!
The early to mid 90s had some great tunes such as this, I must admit. But, I still think the 80s was the best decade for music. Great and classical music began to fade away as we approached the year 2000. I can't recall ever getting goosebumps while listening to modern day music....but I did a few minutes ago while listening to this song. Thanks for posting.
YOU are 100% RIIIGHTT!! The 80's has by far the BEST set of MUSIC!! PERIOD!!
ronald antoine
I am glad that you're able to confirm that the 80s was the BEST decade EVER for music. When I posted such statement elsewhere under other videos, I got many responses saying that it was the 90s. Of course, one or two people agreed, but the majority didn't. Now, while I am someone who respects other people's opinions, I can't help but argue that they are wrong. What you and I both agree to is a matter of fact. It is not just our opinion. And I reckon SOME, if not MOST, of these folks were not born at a time whereby they experienced both decade growing up.
Thanks for sharing you thoughts.
I feel exactly the same!
There are good songs/music today, but EVERYTHING is autotuned now. This song, and other of that time were pure. Around '97-'98 Cher came out with that robot voice, and things went downhill from there.
I'm 44 I remember absolutely loving this song when I was 12 I remember telling my sister who was older by ten years, that this was my favorite song on the top 10 countdown back then she laughed at me and said you've never even had a girlfriend! Well that age I thought that's what love would be like!
YES! I had my very first puppy love crush at 13 in early 1991 with a boy I just wanted to follow around all the time!...
Exactly! I was about the same age. Great song to show us what love should look like someday
I’m here today (May 15, 2024) still listening to this beautiful song❤️
This song hit #1 in the USA, in a time when good songs were ruling the charts. You can't say that anymore.
just a smooth and beautiful song, kids today will never know what real music sounded like.
jenise densley if they have access to TH-cam they will be able to see firsthand
They wun be able to appreciate love songs as much as we did in the past
jenise densley That's the Honest to God truth. They have truly, truly missed out on a lot
Unless they listen to this...
Never no the first time
I wish they still had great love songs like this.
I so agree with you every person I know says the same
Surface was my fav in jhs especially this song 💕
I found this in 2020
Who is the same with me?
Nurindah Permatasari Hadn’t heard this song in many years and almost forgotten about it. This has me really choked up. The girl in the video at 3:13, the way she looks at her guy, was the same way my Love used to look at me. I haven’t had anyone look at me like that since. It’s been 7 years since I’ve seen or communicated with her. Life took us in different directions. To J. F., wherever you are, I hope you have found happiness in life and love.
Seinget saya...lagu ini di Puter di Radio Sonora Jakarta tahun 1988
I remember walking down "Pfizer Block" in the ( cold & windy as f**k....) snow to the record store 2 buy this album
there's a sadder one they did.. another one.. "missiing.... " something
My Indian Lady
I still love this song!
One of the greatest love songs ever ❤
This song will always be a hit! It doesn't matter how many years have gone by!
My sentiments exactly.
So time won't ever change you always feel the same till the very end?
Wow, I am absolutely blown away, this group is a Diamond that didn’t get enough recognition, never been more mesmerized 👑❤️👑❤️👑
yes ma'am your 100 percent right ❤️😌😌🦜❤️🍉🍎
The music is full of soulful melody and the artist (vocalist) himself is unparalleled of his heartfelt interpretation of a very moving love song. More power to this remarkable Soul, Jazz and RnB trio. Love them!
This song is mine and my sons song. I sang it to him as a baby. He was our blessing from God. I looked into my brand new 5 month old baby's eyes and fell in love. He wiped away all those tears of infertility. We danced and sang it with brushes as fake mics when he was 6 or 7. I forced him to dance and sing it with me at 15. Ten yrs ago, when he got married, we danced to it as our mom son dance. He sings it to his 4 kids. Beautiful song, beautiful legacy
the fact that this was #1 on billboard, it makes sense
Timeless classic
Oh wow!!! I was a child when this came out. I love this song!!!! WOW!!! Brings back so many good memories.
RIP DAVID TOWNSEND. I WAS A TEEN IN 89 WHEN THIS CAME OUT. STILL SOUNDS GOOD 2020. #THROWBACK/My Favorite Surface song.
RIH DAVID THOMPSON
@@adriennerobinson1180David Townsend
Another Timeless Masterpiece!
My wife of 20 years passed away this week. Because this was a special song for us, we played this gem during her photo sideshow. It was a perfect fit. The first time I took off her glasses and gazed deeply into her eyes, I told her that her eyes were gorgeous. She gave me a stunned, "Really?" She could't believe someone would give her that kind of attention. After spending our whole lives being rejected and neglected, it felt good to feel wanted, for both of us. We always knew we were right for each other, and I miss her more than mere words can describe. Fly with the angels, Julie. I will never stop loving you. You were the best!!
OMG! Every time I hear this song I have stop myself from crying! It's so romantic!
God bless you sister from my heart oliverio.
I feel you,sister.Its such a beautiful song.If this doesn't grab your heart you need to check your pulse.
This group NEEDS to be featured on "Unsung".
AGREED
Or make a biopic movie 🎥
SANRIO FAN
correct
Ryushi Shiratori FACTS
I am listening today. That's a very beautiful song.
I forgot about this wonderful, Beautiful Song by Surface. Love the Song and the Group.
Wow oldie but goodie, I can't believe I still remember the words 🥹💕
wow,they don,t make music like this anymore,
Honorio Ortiz no they don't
And its such a shame.Todays shit so called music will never capture the splendor and essence of beautiful music such as this.
Weh weh
Goes night to the soul.
Yup,they don't
The first time he looked in my eyes, I cried! I love, love, love this song! It still sounds amazing!! 🎶💕🎶
Man this brings back so many memories, living in Toronto and Scarborough and listening to these beautiful R 'N' B Hits. The music now just ain't the same like it was back then!!!
I'm that person that believe in people getting their flowers while they can still smell them. If you look into their catalog, and their impact, these guys belong in the R.R.H.O.F. And Atlantic Starr as well. And neither of them has gotten as much as a lifetime achievement award. Freaking unbelievable 🎶🎵
🎙️🎙️🎙️🎙️🎙️
🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟
How was this guy not more popular than they were. This song is 🔥
fact
U mean group
This song never gets old.
Timeless classic can't logically get old
Beautiful song.... Bring back the 90s !!
I love this song.One of the most beautiful songs ever sang.Bernard put all his heart and emotions here.
The first time I heard about The Surface was 1994 - Shower Me With Your Love.
Now 2023 and I am still in love with classical music
This song makes me cry 😢 it's the most beautiful song I've ever heard
I dedicate this too my son that passed away love you Dee Dee❤❤❤❤
I was 14 years old when this song came out, The 🌞🌴🏄🎇summer of 1990, and I still love listening to it
Robert Miller I was 17, love this song
Me too, I was 14 yo and still listening this beautiful song😊😊😊
Me too
Lies again? Olympic Medals
I was 10 years old when this use to be play on B.E.T
this brother was one of the unsung heroes of music
Bernard Jackson, the musical genius within Surface, was not only their lead vocalist but the songwriter of their greatest hits
True, so true.
I need to go back in time when humanity still had dreams and hope...
In still do. There's beauty and love (ie God) everywhere. I get nostalgic too... But if God's love...and God's forever. He's here. We gotta look! I think the devils trying to blind us. But we see!!!
Wow, I was 19 years old at that time, and I happened to be accepted as a radio announcer for Imelda Efem in Semarang, almost every time I broadcast, I always gave color to Surface songs, it was beautiful at that time....
When i was teenager in 1991, now 2019 im 43 and this song still sounds beautiful ,,
This is such a beautiful song!❤️
This is true music.Listen carefully.Love this old school music!!!
This was my husband & mine's song when we were young. It seemed every time we were together this song was on. It became ours, that was 23 yrs ago & he's still my husband. He even bought me this on a cassette single, remember those? It was for my 17th birthday
Yes girl, cassette singles.lolthe times. Let's it forget putting tissue in the sides of the tape to record music off of the radio as it played.lol good times.
Lisa that’s truly beautiful!! You’re a blessed woman
God Bless YOUR Marriage 💑
such feelings everything had yesterday so much warmth where has it gone? ;(
They sung- Shower me with your love, too. Another beautiful song
Oh my God! This song still gives me butterflies in 2019! My 1st crush used to write the lyrics to me ❤❤❤
2021! Still powerful! Songs like these never die
yes!
its just beautiful..
kkkkk
I love this song. 😭💗 Actually, all their songs were beautiful...such a talented group. Wonderful memories of back in the day. ❤
*JUST HERE REMINISCING* 😔✌🏼❤️
2018 and still a great love song. Surface, Klymaxx, Atlantic Starr, etc - music today can't compare
True
Miss the 80s when music was meaningful & stood for something never again music would sound this dam good❤❤
this music was and still is the best
Chris Hernandez much agreed what happened to these Timeless classics. gives you the greatest feeling deep down in your gut. I miss these days way better than the crap they play on the radio now
내가 너무 사랑했던 곡! 빌보드 40에서 다른곡이 귀에 잘 안들어왔던... 영상 잘 봤습니다~
Oh my... Lovin every second of this song. Such beauty, and joy... Makes me believe in love,... again... 😥
Classic. Good old times.