Totally agree with you 💯 !! This is one of the songs (and videos !!) I could hear/watch day by day !! Simply a great song and great musicians as well !! 🎶🎤🎸🎺
I wouldn't say he's underestimated at all. Lee's always been a very respected guitarist, first as a first-call session player (starting when he was 17), and then as a solo artist for many decades.
@@joeygirl314 if u you are a jazz fan like myself, no. But generally he is. You have to be deep in the jazz universe to appreciate how great this guy is
This song came out in 1981 and it still holds up. It's a smooth upbeat jazz song that you can play at any time and the whole room or gathering would be at ease. Phil Perry brings this song to life with his soulful voice. Thank you Lee Ritenour and Thank you Phil Perry
I was 11 years old when this song came out. I didn’t hear it for the first time until nearly my mid 20s. It was so infectious. Yet so utterly understated in the way it did it. I am laying in bed this morning now at the age of 53 and TH-cam recommended it after many years again of not having heard it. It moved me to tears. It’s just that good. Thank you for reading and I hope today brings you special memories and one particularly outstanding thing to happen in your life. ❤
That couldn’t be anyone else but the great Phil Perry on Lead Vocals. One of the most underrated singers of jazz and R&B! His singing range is endless!!
John Massaro - wood claves/backup vocals Phil Perry - vocals Ernie Watts - saxophone Carlos Vega - drums Jimmy Johnson - bass Barnaby Finch - keyboards Lee Ritenour - guitar
As I listen to this masterpiece from 1981, it's amazing think this was actually on contemporary radio, on the actual Billboard Top 40, and was being listened to by millions of young people in 1981 from ages 15 to 30. The level of musicianship, songwriting, and performance is truly off the charts (no pun intended). No nudity, hos, n-words, c-words, b-words or any other insults and nudity required here, in order to get your point across as an entertainer/musician to an audience. Imagine that!! A big thank you to Lee Ritenour, Eric Tagg, and all the great musicians who contributed to this track and performance. Enjoy! Cheers, Sam.
My absolute favourite musical genre, smooth jazz (soul being a close second). South Florida had the greatest smooth jazz radio station, Love 94. It was epic. Alas, I moved out of state and in the couple of decades that have passed has seen it's demise. Long live smooth jazz!
I'm captivated by the lyrics and harmony! What an incredible sound, that I miss oh so much! Today is my cheat day to listen to the classics I remember. My youngest son challenged me to listen to music he likes, which for me is challenging. But at least for this moment, I can travel back to my youth and reminisce about great timeless music, that unlike me, never grows old.
yo voy a cumplir 71 y cuando repasas la historia musical infinita , te encuentras que hay canciones como esta , que marcan y debes mantener siempre cerca de ti
Lee has not got all his props. His voice and all the love and power comes out. The music was great then and now a days my grandbaby loves his music and she is only 4 ❤
The wood claves that play every 4 counts, although a very small musical instrument, puts a whole new vibe to this song. Without it, it just doesn’t feel the same. It’s 2024 already and I’m still obsessed to this song. My all-time favorite.
I didn't know this singer, but he has a good performance,He brought the crowd up on stage.I'm 65 years old and I'm listening to this song for the first time.20/07/24 as 19:13
WOW.. I just found Phill Perry about 3 weeks ago and im still in shocked!!! Dude has an absolutely amazing voice and his singing style is something out of this world!!
Goes without saying that Lee Ritenour and Phil Perry shine here. But I gotta give major kudos to the woeful underrated Jimmy Johnson, one of the very first cats to use a 5 string bass guitar exclusively for studio and performance. His tone and phrasing on this performance are str8 killing.
They actually DID make this gem again and it is AMAZING ! I am in awe of Lee and Phil Perry, all musicians on this one, excellence unparralled. But ONCE in awhile a producer comes along and does a revisit of a song and does it justice ! Such a Producer is Maurizio Metalli. Featuring the great Alen Hinds on guitar ! Phil P is not singing, but a very bad ass Robbie Wyckoff is, I bet you will love it ! th-cam.com/video/ZO9VGq71vuU/w-d-xo.html
Eric Tagg did the original vocals on this song. That being said Phil Perry handled this performance very well. The original version with Eric Tagg is definitely a classic favorite for me.
Lee and company, featuring the inimitable, Phil Perry. This is a fantastic performance. I remember when I bought the "Rit" LP containing this cut. I wore that thing out! I had it on 8-track too. Every song on "Rit" is awesome. I replaced all of my wax with CD's and this is one of them. BTW, I still have my wax. Thanks for posting this brilliant piece. Lee Ritenour forever, baby!
Nicholas Jackson Lee Ritenour “Rit” album is one of my all time favorites from that phenomenal guitarist. Every cut on that album is amazing and is always in my CD rotation. Captain fingers is another album that’s awesome also!
@Terry Melvin Thank you!!! I love Eric's vocals much better. No matter how well you can sing or how seasoned you are as an artist, certain classics should be left as is....and this was one. Honestly, I was never really a Phil Perry fan myself..he's too over the top for my taste...just my opinion.
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One of the most beautiful songs ever!
2023 and this is still one of the best songs I've ever heard. This is truly a masterpiece. ❤️
Agreed! Smooth groove! at its best!
Absolutely.
Totally agree with you 💯 !!
This is one of the songs (and videos !!) I could hear/watch day by day !!
Simply a great song and great musicians as well !! 🎶🎤🎸🎺
Agreed! Luv this song!
Simply beautiful
I remember 1981 when this album came out. It’s 2023 and I am still listening to this song! Awesome 😎 music
2024 still rocking this song simply beautiful
❤❤❤
Phil Perry has a voice that could easily challenge any of the greats on American Idol or elsewhere....and I love this style of music still today!
None from America Idol can hold a candle to Phil Perry. He's in a class by himself.
@@MusicManSeanB Facts. Phil Perry is vocally on Mount Olympus. Been a fan since his days in the Montclairs
FACT!!!!!!!
Me too friend 😊
A lovely song to skate with feeling roll on.
Lee Ritenour is one of the most underrated musicians of all time man
I wouldn't say he's underestimated at all. Lee's always been a very respected guitarist, first as a first-call session player (starting when he was 17), and
then as a solo artist for many decades.
@@victoza9232 Exactly. Three top 3 in my opinion at the time were him, Larry Carlton, and Steve Lukather.
@juan estudian - I think more, “underestimated” - not underappreciated…Lee Ritenouer is certainly not underappreciated!! º💕
@@joeygirl314 if u you are a jazz fan like myself, no. But generally he is. You have to be deep in the jazz universe to appreciate how great this guy is
I don't think so The Rit is right up there...
It's 2023. I'm 53 and this will always be my jam ❤
Perry could power a small city with the energy of his voice...
Shittttttt the world.
Wow Seal you nailed it such appreciation for one of the most underrated singer I agree with you God bless
Yessssssss! So much passion!! Bless him.
What you said
Unbelievable voice!! If it's true Perry's underrated his talent has got my backing!!! More passion then most I've seen,, wow!!!!
This song came out in 1981 and it still holds up. It's a smooth upbeat jazz song that you can play at any time and the whole room or gathering would be at ease. Phil Perry brings this song to life with his soulful voice. Thank you Lee Ritenour and Thank you Phil Perry
Volkomen met eens koosie😊
I was only 11 years old,today I'm 52.
💗 "Masterpiece" 🌷💗💋
A beautiful song by magnificent artists!! RIP Phil Perry!!
I was 11 years old when this song came out. I didn’t hear it for the first time until nearly my mid 20s. It was so infectious. Yet so utterly understated in the way it did it. I am laying in bed this morning now at the age of 53 and TH-cam recommended it after many years again of not having heard it. It moved me to tears. It’s just that good.
Thank you for reading and I hope today brings you special memories and one particularly outstanding thing to happen in your life. ❤
That couldn’t be anyone else but the great Phil Perry on Lead Vocals. One of the most underrated singers of jazz and R&B! His singing range is endless!!
Agreed!!!!!☺
Bad man!!!☺
I agree, very underated. An unsung needs to be done on him. Awesome voice.
Hoonnaayy! I knew when I heard that whoohooo. You can run but you can't hide Phil Perry. Yes Lord!
I put him in my least list of extraordinary singers
takes me back to much nicer times....no phones, dissing, or tattoos.....and beautifully written music played by real musicians.
I completely agree with you tune73
Thank you
Okay boomer
Couldn't agree more.
@@chicknugs5774 When this song was made you were a turd "millennial"... You kids these days have an answer for everything.
I am still enjoying it in 2022, two thumbs up. Phil Perry is killing it, kudos to Lee Ritenour
2023. I had it on my playlist but accidentally got deleted. Had to have it back.
Totalmente
Here in August 21, 2023.
John Massaro - wood claves/backup vocals
Phil Perry - vocals
Ernie Watts - saxophone
Carlos Vega - drums
Jimmy Johnson - bass
Barnaby Finch - keyboards
Lee Ritenour - guitar
R.I.P. C.Vega
It's me. Lee was and is a special songwriter and guitarist the best with Larry Carlton. Lee is The Guitarist for me in 2024.
Phil is a jazz God. The original can't compete
Classic Ronnie Laws! I’m still listening to this in 2024!🎶😣
The lead vocalist in this video is Phil Perry.
ENJOYING THIS SONG FOREVER.. 2024....BEAUTIFUL
Great voice of Mr Phill Perry … sure this classic song of the early 80’s brings back great memories 🎶🎼🎵❤️ RIP Carlos Vega. 🙏🏽✨
As I listen to this masterpiece from 1981, it's amazing think this was actually on contemporary radio, on the actual Billboard Top 40, and was being listened to by millions of young people in 1981 from ages 15 to 30.
The level of musicianship, songwriting, and performance is truly off the charts (no pun intended).
No nudity, hos, n-words, c-words, b-words or any other insults and nudity required here, in order to get your point across as an entertainer/musician to an audience. Imagine that!!
A big thank you to Lee Ritenour, Eric Tagg, and all the great musicians who contributed to this track and performance. Enjoy! Cheers, Sam.
I was one of those young people (15 years old) and I still love this song today.
I was a Jr in High School They played this on the quiet storm every night.
@ Terri Armbrister-BEAUTIFUL words!!!
Yep! I was a 15-year old then too, loved this song so much and still a top favorite of mine! Phil Perry... my God, that voice... 😍😍
AMEN. 👍💯
August 13, 2024, 6:01 P.M. Who is still watching and listening to this superb music!
Me!
@@Jiggie-it9st i really really love this song ever since 2011 until now 2024
haha you love to see it! 20 years old been listening to this song since 15
My cassette tape RIT 1982
Sept 17 5:14 pm.. i love this song!!
His vocal range is astounding,
I totally agree!
UNREAL!!!!!!!!!! man oh man can this dude bring it!!!!! now I have to look up Phil Perry!!! WOWSER!!!
Nobody, and I MEAN NOBODY sets fire to a song like Phil Perry!
~Blake
Eric Tagg Song It Better!
Agreed!
Legacy Blake
This is such a hit, beautiful
Legacy Blake facts 💯💯💯💯💯💯💯💯💯❤️
Phil Perry is at the top of the list...
What a treat and a honor it was to grow up listening to real music sung by real people with real voices
Funk,jazz,soul and rare groove..even R&B all rolled into one song ....wow 🎉😮
Me too
I listen to this EVERY day. Lee Ritenour is a beautiful guitarist and Phil Perry is so soulful. He gets into this 100%. Love it totally
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This came out during the heyday of so called "Smooth Jazz". George Benson, Al Jarreau, George Duke, Chuck Mangione all were big during this time.
It was SO good too. I was a little tyke in those days, but always loved those tunes..
Jazzsoul 60 you're right👍
Jazzsoul 60 I’d LOVE to go back to that time for one day...!
My absolute favourite musical genre, smooth jazz (soul being a close second). South Florida had the greatest smooth jazz radio station, Love 94. It was epic. Alas, I moved out of state and in the couple of decades that have passed has seen it's demise. Long live smooth jazz!
It is still, "Smooth Jazz listening." There is NO substitute for, quality mellow music. It stands on it's own merits. Timeless.
WOW!!! A MASTERPIECE FROM HEAVEN!!! 6/24/23 GOD BLESS HIM and his FAMILY 🙏💯🙏💕🙏
Look at Lee Ritenour smile at the beginning when Phil did his amazing vocalization during the intro of the song . . . Priceless!!
Haven't seen too many comments for Carlos Vega and Jimmy Johnson anchoring the groove on drums and bass, What a great performance.
truly!
Carlos Vega R.I.P so tragic
Oh, the band. It doesn't get any better.
Yes sir Layin down that groove... Jimmy’s def in the pocket
R.I.P. Carlos. BTW there is another vid of this concert here on youtube where they do Rio Funk and Jimmy Johnson tears it up !!
I grew up in the late 70s with music by this great musician Mr. Ritenour. He is a giant.
PHIL PERRY ONE OF THE BEST VOCALIST IN JAZZ LOVE HIS VOICE
I'm captivated by the lyrics and harmony! What an incredible sound, that I miss oh so much! Today is my cheat day to listen to the classics I remember. My youngest son challenged me to listen to music he likes, which for me is challenging. But at least for this moment, I can travel back to my youth and reminisce about great timeless music, that unlike me, never grows old.
This man sang with soooo much passion
2023 and still listening!!!
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Ritmos como estos ya no hay, tengo 62 y me cuadra aun la música de ese tiempo
yo voy a cumplir 71 y cuando repasas la historia musical infinita , te encuentras que hay canciones como esta , que marcan y debes mantener siempre cerca de ti
Brings back good memories of a decent time in America
You bet!
Amen to that
so true
So true!
Amen
One of most underrated voices in the music industry!!
"Whose that deep inside me, sneaking round my heart." That's it right there. 2020 it still rocks!
I agree¡¡¡
That true is it u
Yes it does
kathy gaither Just make sure it's not COVID-19 that's sneakin' 'round deep inside you.
@@vanethomas295
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Love this hit! Phil Perry killing it as all ways! Also Carlos Vega and Jimmy Johnson anchoring the groves on drums and bass.
This has gotta be the finest Smooth Jazz piece of Lee Ritenour with the great Phil Perry! Just love it!
Wonderful miss my brother Pan was also a lead guitarist
A song that should have been a hit. Still one of my favorites
johnny boswell Should have been Phil signing the studio version instead of Eric Tag.
Thorn it would have been a hit.
@@michaelbowman7090 nah...erics silky smooth vocals perfect for this song though phils an awesome singer.
It was a show stopper. What was your radio station of choice. It was, where were your radio ears?
The song went to #15 on the Billboard pop charts and had heavy radio play - I heard it all the time. It WAS a hit!
It was and it charted.
Very much beautiful music 👏👏👏🎶❤
Lee has not got all his props. His voice and all the love and power comes out. The music was great then and now a days my grandbaby loves his music and she is only 4 ❤
Who is listening to this cool vibe in 2023? Is it YOU...? 🤗
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The wood claves that play every 4 counts, although a very small musical instrument, puts a whole new vibe to this song. Without it, it just doesn’t feel the same. It’s 2024 already and I’m still obsessed to this song. My all-time favorite.
My thoughts exactly about the claves.
It's actually every 8 beats.
one of the greatest jazz songs of all time.
You gotta be kidding, Dedric. It's beautifully played and sung, but it's gooey easy-listening 'smooth jazz' schlock. This has nothing to do with jazz.
This is not really Jazz.
agreed
What exactly is there to be jazz?
No doubt
I'm here with you on September 15, 2024 and enjoying a beautiful sunny Sunday listening to this song. ❤
Still playing this in 2023, is it you? Best vocals Phil Perry.
Friday, April 17th, 1981. I heard this song on the radio as we were headed to St. Petersburg Fl to buy a new car for my Mom.
Phil Perry and Phillip Bailey together they were a fantastic team.
Wow Ive not seen them together,I’ll seek it out
@@terrysteward Not sure if you managed to see them yet. Search for "Four Play- Chant live"
I didn't know this singer, but he has a good performance,He brought the crowd up on stage.I'm 65 years old and I'm listening to this song for the first time.20/07/24 as 19:13
i'm 77 , I still listen. Love it
WOW.. I just found Phill Perry about 3 weeks ago and im still in shocked!!! Dude has an absolutely amazing voice and his singing style is something out of this world!!
Love me some them! Beautiful song.. and Phil... Outrageously soulful! 💋💋💋💋💋💋💋💋💋💋
Loved this Song the very first time i heard it!! STILL LISTENING IN 2019!! CLASSIC!!!!
¡Preciosa! ¡Sigo escuchándola 10-06-2019!
Me to!
Yes!!!!!!!!
@K Hansen beautiful song😍💯
2023
What a great special voice !!!! Awesome Phil Perry.
No more singers like that anymore....!
Phil you are a jewel.
2021 still loving this song, what's not to love about vocals by Phil Perry and guitar by Lee Ritenour❤
😮Wow, the vocals Lee Ritenour one of the best
what ,,,,a vocalist...pure soul
This man is so electrifying. I get all excited when I hear him sing.He can sing it to me all night.
You mean phil perry.
Oh my gosh, his vocal crescendo beginning at 2:13 gives me the chills! I LOVE it! 🤩
Here listening to this on Valentine’s Day 2021.
Wow, music like this is timeless and forever! Thanks for sharing, posting @modetakamodetaka. Viewed 04/28/2023 Still. 💞
Phil Perry KILLED it..............u betta SANNNNGGGG
A truly gifted singer one of the great voices of today
Goes without saying that Lee Ritenour and Phil Perry shine here. But I gotta give major kudos to the woeful underrated Jimmy Johnson, one of the very first cats to use a 5 string bass guitar exclusively for studio and performance. His tone and phrasing on this performance are str8 killing.
Great song and OUT of THIS WORLD VOCALS...........Amazing Phil. Perfect 💫
Heard this a gazillion times on the radio 📻 in the early 80's, this sound defines my childhood growing up in the halcyon days of old... 😢😊
Still listening in 2024. This is the only kind of real music there is in my opinion.
Uuuuh, Carlos Vega on drums!!! My hero in the 80's! Love him!!! RIP my friend!!!! ;-(
My drumming inspiration too!!!
He reminds me of Jeff here. Always sounds incredible. RIP.
Caldera!! ❤️
@@danlc95 his playing is quite similar to Jeff Porcaro in a sense that "groove" comes first. great drummers, RIP
This song remind me of the beautiful year 1981 nice.
I saw him in 81, LA. Never heard of him. I was AWESTRUCK! One of the best Live performances I ever saw.
It was a beautiful year indeed...
Year I graduated from high school and the year I started college. Great year indeed!
81 was a nightmare for me in the U.K,just sayin'.Nice song,though.
hard to believe 2020 garbage on the radio.
Lee is my favorite guitarist of all time since 1990. Fourplay was never the same without Lee.
Phil and Lee legendary. Beautiful song. For my beloved J. It is you! Always and Forever. Lady J ❤
I see more men responding. Where you at Girls??? You know that man can sang. Sure nuff, got my attention!! 😍
Phil Perry is one of my all time favs!! Him and Will Downing!
Me 2
Real music by real musicians! 🔥
He is so passionate with his singer. He makes you feel his music!!!!
His name is Phil Perry!
Killed it!!! I played this as a DJ / WDJX/Dayton Ohio 1981. Loved it then, cherish it now. This video makes it come alive. Wow!
Phil Perry is a treasure. My God that man’s voice
Phil Perry is the ABSOLUTE boss when it comes to vocals. Lived him since I was a kid.❤❤
It's 2021...is it you still enjoying this?
Today is February 2024 and still listening to...
Still listening to this in 2023.. AMAZING!!!!
W
ow that was Mack! his ''RANGE' 'is amazing i love it
Phil is the best!! Hands down
Who?
Lots of Great Memories
💕🕶....
Great VOCALS 🎤
This a classic glad I found it. Lee and phil Perry are great 🙂🍷❤👍🎼🎵
THE SOLOIST IS EXCELLENT ON THIS SONG !!!❤❤❤❤❤❤
I really like his facial expressions when he sings.
Phil killin' that song,great job!!!
Taking me back to Earth, wind, & fire
SUCH A BEAUTIFUL SONG!
THEY DON'T MAKE THIS GEM ANYMORE BRAVO!!!👏😎💯🎶
They actually DID make this gem again and it is AMAZING ! I am in awe of Lee and Phil Perry, all musicians on this one, excellence unparralled. But ONCE in awhile a producer comes along and does a revisit of a song and does it justice ! Such a Producer is Maurizio Metalli. Featuring the great Alen Hinds on guitar ! Phil P is not singing, but a very bad ass Robbie Wyckoff is, I bet you will love it ! th-cam.com/video/ZO9VGq71vuU/w-d-xo.html
Siempre a estado en lo más alto de la música 🎵 gran interpretación y puesta en escena 👍
The guy on the CLAVES aint messing around....love it
Eric Tagg did the original vocals on this song. That being said Phil Perry handled this performance very well. The original version with Eric Tagg is definitely a classic favorite for me.
THE BEST rendition of this fantastic song!
I just love how much everyone was enjoying performing this
Oh my God this Man sing from his soul my first time listening to him I'm astonishing with his voice WOW need to research him 😊😊
Phil Perry. You should get his albums. Fantastic singer. His voice … OMG 😳
Good music is always GOOD music! Remembered and enjoyed for decades.
Lee and company, featuring the inimitable, Phil Perry. This is a fantastic performance. I remember when I bought the "Rit" LP containing this cut. I wore that thing out! I had it on 8-track too. Every song on "Rit" is awesome. I replaced all of my wax with CD's and this is one of them. BTW, I still have my wax. Thanks for posting this brilliant piece. Lee Ritenour forever, baby!
I love it😘. Had it on cassette tape. Also have it on CD now. Brings back alot of memories.
+Nicholas Jackson Say he would b great on ewf numbers
Nicholas Jackson Lee Ritenour “Rit” album is one of my all time favorites from that phenomenal guitarist. Every cut on that album is amazing and is always in my CD rotation. Captain fingers is another album that’s awesome also!
Nicholas Jackson is Phil perry gay
@Terry Melvin Thank you!!! I love Eric's vocals much better. No matter how well you can sing or how seasoned you are as an artist, certain classics should be left as is....and this was one. Honestly, I was never really a Phil Perry fan myself..he's too over the top for my taste...just my opinion.
This gets better every time I hear it!!! Phil Perry is excellent!!!!!
This song was my introduction to Lee Ritenour. LOVE this song and it STILL kicks butt in 2015!!!
PREACH!!! Absolute jam!
Gotta love it!
I love it man! Ugh absolute fav.
+Gwendolene Hansell few tracks are in the same league
Still kicking butts in 2020.