ARE THEY SINGING TO US? ROBERTA FLACK FT. DONNY HATHAWAY - THE CLOSER I GET TO YOU (REACTION)

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  • @gxl5892
    @gxl5892 2 ปีที่แล้ว +91

    I love your reactions as a couple and seeing the love you have for each other.

  • @womanonthinice1276
    @womanonthinice1276 2 ปีที่แล้ว +78

    These were the artist that made these songs so wonderful. One of the most romantic songs I have heard. Roberta and Donny, thank you!!!

  • @beeseewill2407
    @beeseewill2407 2 ปีที่แล้ว +72

    These two are magic,pure magic.Roberta Flack and Donny Hathaway are a natural blend.
    This song is so beautiful, so heartfelt.RIP Donny Hathaway.

  • @stellaandes9622
    @stellaandes9622 2 ปีที่แล้ว +42

    Seeing you two expressing your love makes me miss my husband who died nearly four years ago. We were married 49 years when he died, and we'd been through a lot of challenges. We also went through a lot of adventures.

  • @linzirainbow6577
    @linzirainbow6577 2 ปีที่แล้ว +37

    An absolutely beautiful song and an all time classic, sung by two stunning vocalists. The vocals of Roberta and Donny is forever a winning combination and one of my all time favourites. They create magic.

  • @lindaeasley5606
    @lindaeasley5606 2 ปีที่แล้ว +29

    Their duet Where is The Love? was #5 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart for the year 1972. It also won them a Grammy for Best Pop Performance By a Duo or Group in 1973.
    Donny passed away in 1979 ,a year after this song was a hit

  • @craigblakes5499
    @craigblakes5499 2 ปีที่แล้ว +30

    My favorite slow jam of all time...rest in Heaven Donny Hathaway.. this song right here, I'm glad y'all did this one, it fits y'all perfectly

  • @Ritaholden1
    @Ritaholden1 2 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    Roberta Flack has such a beautiful voice .She blends so we'll with Donnie's voice. Beautiful beautiful song. Such a great classic.

  • @ajruther67
    @ajruther67 2 ปีที่แล้ว +22

    LOVE Roberta Flack! Where is the Love and Killing Me Softly are her other 2 big hits.

  • @LadyGator1983
    @LadyGator1983 2 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    Another song that I grew up listening to. I haven't heard this song in forever! They just don't make music like this anymore!

  • @TheBooey1650
    @TheBooey1650 2 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    A perfect pairing of beautiful voices. Love this song and it is so romantic. RIP Donny...sing with the angels.

  • @patrickmurchison9145
    @patrickmurchison9145 2 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    Duets by Roberta & Donny were incredible and life changing!!! "Back Together Again" is a MUST HEAR duet from this duo!!!
    One of my favorite Roberta Flack songs it "Making Love," from the movie of the same name!!!

  • @bakercarl8518
    @bakercarl8518 2 ปีที่แล้ว +18

    One of the all time great duets. Excuse me while I call someone to tell them I love them.

  • @dlpowers3898
    @dlpowers3898 2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    They sang so beautifully together! Donny left us far too soon and struggled with mental issues 'til the end when he fell to his death from his NY hotel suite which was ruled to be suicide. thanks for sharing Shawn & Mel :)

  • @thomascerulli8013
    @thomascerulli8013 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    This song has always been a magical and beautiful gift.
    RIP to the great Donny Hathaway taken way too soon ❤️🙏💜

  • @Topgooner01
    @Topgooner01 2 ปีที่แล้ว +25

    So love Roberta Flack's voice....but if you want to listen an amazing love song, try, Peaches & Herb singing "Reunited"....Classic love song!!

  • @Lolo-zs2eo
    @Lolo-zs2eo 2 ปีที่แล้ว +30

    Checkout "Killing Me Softly" (covered by the Fugees), "The First Time Ever I Saw Your Face", or Tonight I Celebrate My Love". All beautiful songs.

    • @richelliott9320
      @richelliott9320 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Absolutely. Such great songs

    • @pfcampos7041
      @pfcampos7041 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      I think Roberta Flacks version is the best. Perhaps that is just nostalgia working on me...

  • @susanjohnson6967
    @susanjohnson6967 2 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    I am so happy you reacted to Roberta flack and Donnie Hathaway he was amazing unfortunately he committed suicide in the late 70s if you can will you react to Wildflower by skylark there lead singer just died Feb his name was Donnie Gerard he again was amazing and they love you guys Thankyou

  • @troyjohnson220
    @troyjohnson220 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    We need to see more couples in the community that genuinely love each other and naturally express that love. It's a beautiful thing to behold. Very inspirational. Thank you.

  • @Niecy70
    @Niecy70 2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    One of the greatest songs ever sung❤️

  • @eixor
    @eixor 2 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    One of my favorite love songs!!

  • @stephenpreble2446
    @stephenpreble2446 2 ปีที่แล้ว +21

    Love your connection/love for each other. Music enhances that!

  • @scottarooni
    @scottarooni 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Roberta Flack does duet with Peabo Bryson called "Tonight I Celebrate My Love" (1983) which is another very romantic song.

  • @stacymoore9836
    @stacymoore9836 2 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    I was a senior in high school in 1979 when this song came out. Unfortunately donny Hathaway took his own life. Such a loss. So talented

    • @lisacox3750
      @lisacox3750 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Please tell the whole story. Donny was diagnosed with schizophrenia years before. People didn't understand schizophrenia back then and he wasn't always taking his medication. It wasn't like he wanted to die.

    • @stacymoore9836
      @stacymoore9836 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @@lisacox3750I was not aware of that

    • @monilaninetynine3811
      @monilaninetynine3811 10 วันที่ผ่านมา

      The real story has to do with the experiments being done on Donny's brain that had 0 to do with Schizophrenia. Btw, Donny didn't unalive himself. There's no way he could have removed that safety glass without specific tools not available to a hotel guest.

  • @Deej496
    @Deej496 2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    You two give me goose bumps by your affectionate gestures towards each other...

  • @sallyh5413
    @sallyh5413 2 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    I grew up listening to this, one of my mom's favorites. Thank you!💖

  • @stacymoore9836
    @stacymoore9836 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    It’s so sad that music isn’t made like this anymore.

  • @ajruther67
    @ajruther67 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Your love for each other is what most people hope for!

  • @freda9809
    @freda9809 2 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    One of my favorite duets. I remember listening to this as a little girl.

  • @johnlewis195
    @johnlewis195 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    RIP Donny....The best Male singer ever Lived

  • @TJPoppy
    @TJPoppy 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I was a little girl when I would hear this song, not understanding a word but Donny’s voice melted my heart it evoque feeling of longing and bliss. RIP Donny I’m sorry 😢💐

  • @reneec121
    @reneec121 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    This is the same Donny Hathaway from a Song for You. That one had Shawn in tears. Together or separately they r fire. Donny also made This Christmas. U know, 🎶hang all the mistletoe, Im gonna get to know u better🎶

  • @richardcogbill6791
    @richardcogbill6791 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    This is such a great song back then and still today. Roberta's and Donny's voice so good together.
    You must react to their other duet...."Where is the Love".

  • @gerib4234
    @gerib4234 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I've always loved this song. Thanks for the beautiful reaction! Please react to " Love Is The Answer"
    You'll love it as much as this song 💖

  • @harrisonspencer46
    @harrisonspencer46 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Music is icing on the cake.

  • @marinamartinez6886
    @marinamartinez6886 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    They made a beautiful duo. 👍👍👍

  • @pdoll96
    @pdoll96 2 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    Aw I love witnessing your love through this song 💕

    • @naudianeels1328
      @naudianeels1328 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Me too! I honestly thought they were gonna start making love right there!! Lol 😂💗😂

  • @naudianeels1328
    @naudianeels1328 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Love Roberta Flack! Check out where is the love..💗💗💗

  • @julielovelace7189
    @julielovelace7189 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Roberta Flack..... First time ever I saw your face 1972.
    Live version is a MUST

  • @Sober2003
    @Sober2003 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    My favorite favorite duet singers and they do a bunch! Donnie is my number one favorite! And I do love Roberta also! But Donnie Hathaway is pretty close to heaven for me! You need to do some of his videos! That man was taken from us too soon! 😇💜❤️

  • @rabrab3
    @rabrab3 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Performance magic!! One of the best duos ever. Check put Where is the Love!!

  • @LaPotraBellaca
    @LaPotraBellaca 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    This was played at a lot of weddings

  • @caryriggs5719
    @caryriggs5719 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Roberta Flack won the Grammy back to back 1972 and 73 for first time ever I saw your face and killing me softly. Great artist, many songs with Donny Hathaway as well. A underrated gem is her duet with Maxi Priest. "Set the night to music" it's just fabulous

  • @holsensaldias5530
    @holsensaldias5530 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Para mi Roberta flack es una diva del soul de los 70, tenía solo 12 años cuando escuché el éxito killing me sofly en 1973 en una radio am en Santiago de Chile. Pero mi favorita es no more tears un the ende.su dulce voz hace vibrar cada fibra de mi corazón, un estilo romántico que estremece a cualquiera. Gracias por existir Roberta, en los ochenta pude verla en un programa de TV en Chile como invitada estelar. Viva el soul

  • @CamiColette
    @CamiColette 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Love this duet it’s such a timeless classic. Roberta Flack and Donny Hathaway made and amazing duo. Not sure if you’ve reacted to it yet but Billy Preston and Syreeta Wright have an amazing duet “With you I’m born again “. Please give it a listen, I know you both will love it!

  • @rhondanelson7218
    @rhondanelson7218 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Power duo. You are my love is my favorite. RIP Donny. Gone too soon.

  • @jjsteel43
    @jjsteel43 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    One of the best duets during those days when great duets were being made

  • @tommyboulden2125
    @tommyboulden2125 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Slow dancing to this the best. They are one of my favorite duets

  • @nolansteiner4771
    @nolansteiner4771 2 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    great song, thanks for reacting. One of my all time favorite songs by Roberta Flack is the studio version of 'First Time Ever I Saw Your Face.' Try that out when u get a moment. Powerful & subtle ballad.

  • @Mr17051963
    @Mr17051963 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Remembering the times when we did slow dances at the parties and clubs.
    This is one of the best! Good old days!

  • @skinsdan6831
    @skinsdan6831 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    We really need these types of songs back in our lives as today's artists don't give us this pure absolute quality,ive always absolutely loved the sound of Roberta Flacks voice and one of my favourite tunes of all time is The first time ever i saw your face,love her.❤🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿

  • @ealanmontgomery2304
    @ealanmontgomery2304 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Roberts Flack and Donny Hathaway were magic together!!

  • @cbreez40
    @cbreez40 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Do you remember the television show Martin, there's a episode where Hina is singing this song with Keith Washington..it's hysterical..check out Mr Hathaway daughter Layla she's amazing

  • @TheBlack-my5yf
    @TheBlack-my5yf 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Also check out their version of "You've Got a Friend," made popular by James Taylor.

  • @chitownbear7733
    @chitownbear7733 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I gotta say, it's always great seeing a great Black power couple like yourselves reacting to my fav duet artists in Roberta and Donnie...keep that game going yall

  • @kingkbtv
    @kingkbtv 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    The connection between them two was a head of its time you can just feel the romantic emotion natural love

  • @kestrelle5345
    @kestrelle5345 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Y'all have THE BEST Chemistry together.

  • @stevemariman8769
    @stevemariman8769 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    60s-70s-80s R&B is real romance, for sure! Marvin Gaye & Tammi Terrell "Ain't Nothing Like the Real Thing" and "Ain't No Mountain High Enough," Roberta Flack & Donny Hathaway "Where Is the Love?" and this one (TCIGTY), Peaches & Herb "Reunited" some great slow jams!

  • @mcbeezee2120
    @mcbeezee2120 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Roberta Flack. One of THE most beautiful voices on the planet.

  • @abevillanueva1974
    @abevillanueva1974 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Lyric, Melody, Vocalists, musicians....= PERFECTION! Donny and Roberta emote through this tune a lot of ALOHA!! Many wedding and anniversary receptions played this back in the day!! And yes...you NEED to hear their other classic "Where is the Love"...

  • @michaelway7936
    @michaelway7936 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Marvin Gaye and Tammi Terrell/ Ashford and Simpson/ Roberta Flack and Donny Hathaway among others had music that can make couples feel warm and comfortable with each other

  • @richelliott9320
    @richelliott9320 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This song is in my top tier of great songs. I can listen to it over and over

  • @eugeneklechevsky3607
    @eugeneklechevsky3607 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I wonder how many of us were conceived to this song.....

  • @rog2849
    @rog2849 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    timeless beautiful music

  • @mrshifter9582
    @mrshifter9582 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Donny was up there with stevie wonder, what a talent.

  • @wendyt7958
    @wendyt7958 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Donny Hathaway had such a pure voice. Such a tragic life. Gone too soon

  • @sonyawasmer2344
    @sonyawasmer2344 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    My favorite love song of all time!

  • @lilyj9924
    @lilyj9924 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    ❤ THIS OLD SKOOL SLOW JAM , VERY ROMANTIC 🍷🍷💏 💃💃, & ❤ YOUR REACTION💏 , ✌ OUT FROM CALI

  • @alanlantz5131
    @alanlantz5131 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    I look forward to your jaw-dropping reaction to Bruce Hornsby and the Range- The Way It Is

  • @jeanearle2350
    @jeanearle2350 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    One of my all time favorites. This was my husband and I's first dance when we got married... still rocking it with my best friend 20 years later in June. Its been a wonderful ride. Thanks for doing this one. Great memories for sure.

  • @JAMESMOORE-gq4vv
    @JAMESMOORE-gq4vv 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    The Stylistics YOU ARE EVERYTHING.

  • @robind.phillips2129
    @robind.phillips2129 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    My face hurts from smiling! Thanks for sharing.

  • @dankendall1205
    @dankendall1205 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I wish I can go back in time what a wonderful time

  • @Juan_E_Dewitt
    @Juan_E_Dewitt 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    You two are heartwarming

  • @aprilecrider6989
    @aprilecrider6989 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Love them on this song !!!

  • @joelliebler5690
    @joelliebler5690 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Unforgettable tune by 2 legendary artists. So sad about Donny

  • @valerievelarde62
    @valerievelarde62 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Yup, they sure don't make songs like this no more, but You guys keep this music Alive!!❤️ I haven't heard this in a long long time, gonna DL it!!!💕💖💞 Thank You, Great reaction!!🥰

  • @lindasalvaterra1304
    @lindasalvaterra1304 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    You two are so cute together! Yes Roberta Flack had a bunch of great hits in the 70s. All my favorites! They're so beautiful! I graduated in 72 so I know good music! So nice to see people appreciating good music. They just don't create real good music like this anymore.

  • @mrshifter9582
    @mrshifter9582 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Close your eyes and listen, it's poetry, utterly beautiful. I have it in my record collection, never get tired of listening to it. 🙏

  • @iken6148
    @iken6148 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Mágica canción I CLOSER I GET TOU YOU , Roberta Flack y Donny Hataway ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤2024

  • @all.day.day-dreamer
    @all.day.day-dreamer 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    made me tear up seeing him kiss her hand and watching closing her eyes. So much love in this reaction videos.

  • @ked7426
    @ked7426 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Sweet song for a sweet couple 😊

  • @PC-ub4tv
    @PC-ub4tv ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Best Duo Ever!!!!

  • @thomasx58
    @thomasx58 7 วันที่ผ่านมา

    66 years takes me back to summer night with a warm breeze blowing love everywhere. I was a Youngren

  • @stephenulmer3781
    @stephenulmer3781 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Gorgeous song! Great reaction ❤☺😁

  • @RedRubyG
    @RedRubyG 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Man I remember this being played at the neighbourhood weekend dances, such good memories………❤️🇨🇦

  • @ldent8290
    @ldent8290 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I fell in love with this song as a child. It still moves me

  • @mickeykwong322
    @mickeykwong322 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Love seeing your reaction to this beautiful duet. This songs takes me back to 6th grade slow dancing with this girl name Amy. I’ll never forget that moment.

  • @annabinksy1694
    @annabinksy1694 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Ohhhh🔥🔥🔥I forgot all about this one. Close your eyes and get into the ZONE!!!

  • @victorespinoza6210
    @victorespinoza6210 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Y'all are so real and authentic. I recently discovered your channel and love some of the music choices. Can't wait to see more reactions to old school soul music 🎶

  • @glendamiller9366
    @glendamiller9366 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I love this song it was played several times at my wedding in 1978.

  • @helendriffin7523
    @helendriffin7523 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Yeah that's what those little bellas do but to you those old songs give you that good feeling it's smooth your soul and this is one of the best records ❤️❤️❤️

  • @debra7449
    @debra7449 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    This used to be one of my favorites back in the day, I used to sing it all the time. I Love These old song ❤️ 🎵

  • @tommyboulden2125
    @tommyboulden2125 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    You guys are great! Keep digging

  • @richelliott9320
    @richelliott9320 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I remember this one so well from back in the day. They were fantastic!

  • @zimbalistdavis923
    @zimbalistdavis923 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Where is the love. .. another powerful duet😮

  • @jjnyc4610
    @jjnyc4610 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Dang I felt like I had to leave my own room😂😂😂 you guys are so sweet♥️♥️♥️♥️
    Always loved Roberta Flack alone and with the talented Mr.Donny Hathaway may he RIP♥️
    Check out thier other songs...”where is the love” “You are my love you are my heaven”
    They are AWESOME
    Love you both!!!!!!

  • @sharonjarrett8953
    @sharonjarrett8953 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    That song is so beautiful omg they do have such a great chemistry and can you guys react to this song is just as beautiful Billy Preston and Syreeta Wright “With You I’m Born Again “

  • @thrillermjj829
    @thrillermjj829 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Very sweet couple!

  • @nicolehill4812
    @nicolehill4812 ปีที่แล้ว

    Makes me cry to know love exist like this.