Diana Ross & Luther Vandross - Smokey Robinson Tribute @ NAACP Image Awards [2000]

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  • Diana Ross - Smokey Robinson Tribute @ NAACP Image Awards [2000]
    With an amazing musical tribute from Luther Vandross.
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  • @karykares
    @karykares 4 ปีที่แล้ว +371

    You should put Luther’s name in the title too. Many of his fans would love to find this. 🎶

    • @itsrheachelle
      @itsrheachelle 4 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      Kary Babii Thank you!

    • @verahoward9422
      @verahoward9422 3 ปีที่แล้ว +18

      This actually was the BEST video version bc you started off with the Diana Ross introduction. Other videos don't show it.

    • @cristinachacon7627
      @cristinachacon7627 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      ¹¹1l

    • @idellboykin8149
      @idellboykin8149 3 ปีที่แล้ว +17

      Absolutely, Luther Vandross made those songs his own with his great voice. Fabulous tribute!

    • @arifmerghani4715
      @arifmerghani4715 3 ปีที่แล้ว +21

      He should be in rock and roll Hall of Fame

  • @xcleveland216x8
    @xcleveland216x8 หลายเดือนก่อน +15

    Who Still Listening In 2024

  • @may8043
    @may8043 3 ปีที่แล้ว +323

    Luther made anyone's song sound like a Luther song! I miss him!

    • @creolelady4096
      @creolelady4096 3 ปีที่แล้ว +16

      @Wandah Whetstone
      Yeeeeeeees
      You couldn't have said it any better. There will never be another Luther. These little young singers out here today is no comparison in any way.

    • @MoorenaEl
      @MoorenaEl 3 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      THAT'S EXAAACTLY WHAT I WAS THINKING!!!!

    • @leroywalker3207
      @leroywalker3207 3 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      I agree with you 💯%

    • @lynnorabennett8509
      @lynnorabennett8509 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      Yeah luther my boy. but that natural falsetto is very hard.. love Luther but love smoke's falsetto voice. Luther can do anybody love him too. it's a tribute 😉 luther does good work. But smokey songs are original to Smokey.

    • @lynnorabennett8509
      @lynnorabennett8509 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Yeah luther my boy. but that natural falsetto is very hard.. love Luther but love smoke's falsetto voice. Luther can do anybody love him too. it's a tribute 😉 luther does good work. But smokey songs are original to Smokey.

  • @sharonjefferson1845
    @sharonjefferson1845 3 ปีที่แล้ว +300

    Luther's voice is heavenly. Smokey's songs are perfect for his voice. Rest in heaven Luther!

    • @pairrynwatson4229
      @pairrynwatson4229 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      Sharon Jefferson 🤗I agree with u about Luther, it's saddening 😢💔 that he's no longer here. RIP Luther 💐🎤🎶🌎⭐😍

    • @beckya640
      @beckya640 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      I feel the same. DREAMY voice and masterful, melodic vocal styling. 🥹❤️

  • @jordandavis1225
    @jordandavis1225 3 ปีที่แล้ว +195

    Luther was sick and still sang his heart out!

    • @adrianbreland7174
      @adrianbreland7174 2 ปีที่แล้ว +17

      I miss him so much

    • @pairrynwatson4229
      @pairrynwatson4229 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      @@adrianbreland7174 🤗 I Do Too!!! 😢💔
      RIP Luther Vandross 💐🎤🎶🌎⭐😍🙏🏽

    • @GIGI-hz7ps
      @GIGI-hz7ps ปีที่แล้ว

      He wasn't sick with aids. He sued the British tabloids for spreading that rumor

    • @nico114334
      @nico114334 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@GIGI-hz7ps this is after his bypass surgery

    • @andrewdancy2849
      @andrewdancy2849 ปีที่แล้ว

      Jordan Davis

  • @saree9812
    @saree9812 2 ปีที่แล้ว +165

    Luther's vocals are perfection. I could listen all day!

  • @sheilamcintosh6632
    @sheilamcintosh6632 3 ปีที่แล้ว +175

    God I miss this man. What a gift he was to the world.

  • @deborahpatterson7692
    @deborahpatterson7692 3 ปีที่แล้ว +26

    Once Luther sang an artist song, it became his. Rest easy Luther, rest easy.

    • @christinevillanueva54
      @christinevillanueva54 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      OmG!! Bravo!

    • @sharon-qc3gn
      @sharon-qc3gn 11 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Not The tracks of my tears...sorry but no one can sing that like Smokey Robinson can, no one can sing any of Smokey songs but Smokey

  • @philroyce1144
    @philroyce1144 3 ปีที่แล้ว +73

    Luther CAN DO NO NO NO NO WRONG.

  • @j.r.4531
    @j.r.4531 3 ปีที่แล้ว +157

    Luther Vandross was such a masterful vocalist - What a rare and amazing talent!!! His vocal control is crazy!!!

  • @arethawalker1724
    @arethawalker1724 3 ปีที่แล้ว +77

    The way he sang "ooh baby baby" 👍🏿

    • @aimegildasportella9401
      @aimegildasportella9401 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      What is the name of the others song excepted the track of my tears

    • @ericmoore1173
      @ericmoore1173 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      How are you doing today my name is Eric Moore

    • @arethawalker1724
      @arethawalker1724 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@ericmoore1173 Hi Eric! How are you?

    • @arethawalker1724
      @arethawalker1724 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@ericmoore1173 I'm well, Thanks!
      Hope your day goes good.

    • @ericmoore1173
      @ericmoore1173 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@arethawalker1724 I'm good thank you

  • @petergasper6593
    @petergasper6593 3 ปีที่แล้ว +65

    To sound like Luther is to sound like one of the greatest male vocalists of all time!!!!

  • @sharoneh8929
    @sharoneh8929 ปีที่แล้ว +58

    Mr Luther is so smooth; what a tribute. He sung these Smokey songs with his own unique styling. He put the LUTHER on SMOKE 💓💓💓🎶🎶🎶🎤🎤🎤🌠🌠🌠

    • @jonahgerfin4409
      @jonahgerfin4409 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Hello, how is you and the entire family and friends

    • @juniorfrancis4586
      @juniorfrancis4586 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Master Luther. Heavenly!!

  • @Blackman19498
    @Blackman19498 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +6

    Luther could sing flat footed no gimmicks, just that voice, I am blessed to be born when he walked this earth..

  • @pamelagreen4670
    @pamelagreen4670 3 ปีที่แล้ว +323

    Most artists can not touch a “Smokey” song but when Luther gets a hold of ANY song, he’s not giving it back and by far; he doesn’t even have to! ♥️

    • @pamelahargrove1918
      @pamelahargrove1918 3 ปีที่แล้ว +17

      ok..... Luther put his flavor in it, sound dam good.

    • @creolelady4096
      @creolelady4096 3 ปีที่แล้ว +19

      Yeeeeeeeees Girl
      You couldn't have said it any better thank you so much for speaking the truth. Yes Luther could take anybody's song and make it his own. I miss him so much.💔💔💔

    • @1stlady707
      @1stlady707 3 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      Totally Breath Taking:))))))🤭🤭

    • @roscoebillings6696
      @roscoebillings6696 2 ปีที่แล้ว +16

      Gladys Knight is the same way. When she touch your song and put her twist on it...it's hers

    • @roycobb8268
      @roycobb8268 2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      Pamela Green, how right you are! Luther was gived with one of those rare voices, that most men who sing don't have. Many women have had a voice with a range like his. But not many men. God bless you 🙏!

  • @ugwucyprian4605
    @ugwucyprian4605 ปีที่แล้ว +17

    There is nothing good anybody can write about Mr.luther vandross that has not been written.He is simply a genius

  • @diannehill492
    @diannehill492 2 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    THAT MAN KNOW HE COULD SING....R.I.P LUTHER

    • @jonahgerfin4409
      @jonahgerfin4409 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hello, how is you and the entire family and friends

  • @antoniapalmore7494
    @antoniapalmore7494 3 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    Luther was the Goat!!!!!

  • @refra1046
    @refra1046 3 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    DIANA ROSS LOOKS GORGEOUS!!

  • @swamp5050
    @swamp5050 3 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    I see you Laurence Fishburn, I had the same look on my face when I saw Luther in the 80's at the Staple Center in LA as he hit those notes that made you get out of your seat!

  • @joycelong1417
    @joycelong1417 3 ปีที่แล้ว +103

    Luther's voice is so pure. He's so sure of himself.

  • @jerryblair2339
    @jerryblair2339 3 ปีที่แล้ว +38

    I miss Luther he had a voice .No one copy him.

  • @josedelacruz4203
    @josedelacruz4203 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Damn I miss him I have a old soul

  • @brendajohnson5064
    @brendajohnson5064 3 ปีที่แล้ว +52

    You better SANG Luther!!!

  • @moogooguypan2514
    @moogooguypan2514 3 ปีที่แล้ว +41

    Diana Ross is amazing, Luther is amazing as is Smokey.

  • @beverlyhoward1824
    @beverlyhoward1824 3 ปีที่แล้ว +17

    Luther, sang the hell out this song ♥️♥️♥️

  • @tremainelymon6857
    @tremainelymon6857 ปีที่แล้ว +23

    Smokie bust out basically with a freedom song , that just goes to show you how much of a genius he really is. Legendary

  • @debrasteele1588
    @debrasteele1588 3 ปีที่แล้ว +19

    Really sad that Luther is gone. It was way to soon. Thankful we have this type of show to feel his presence just a while longer.

  • @user-kw1sg3hc7e
    @user-kw1sg3hc7e 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

    He made smokey so proud I miss that man he was someone special.

  • @verahoward9422
    @verahoward9422 3 ปีที่แล้ว +110

    LOVE it!
    Diana still has that voice, and Luther's voice is smooth as Butter!

  • @MsCharmerX
    @MsCharmerX 3 ปีที่แล้ว +18

    Miss you Luther, you and Whitney we heavenly sent. Your voices were so out of this world.

  • @lt3583
    @lt3583 3 ปีที่แล้ว +87

    There will only be One & Only One Luther Vandross. Gorgeous Voice & Gorgeous Songs, Any songs he sings. R I P Luther, U are Truly, Deeply & Sadly Missed. ❤️😘🙏

    • @ericmoore1173
      @ericmoore1173 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      How are you doing today my name is Eric Moore

    • @marlasmith575
      @marlasmith575 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Yes, no one else will ever sing like Luther

  • @Jay_Kay_Redpill
    @Jay_Kay_Redpill ปีที่แล้ว +19

    I’m a grown ass man, but when I hear Luther I melt

    • @deborahsweeney6212
      @deborahsweeney6212 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      ❤❤ tears to my eyes Smokey Robinson I've been hearing about Smokey Robinson since I was at my baby find my mom and dad Diana Ross intercourse Luther Vandross no matter what his condition was Luther Vandross from the very best that's one thing I love about my people no matter what they show up no matter what anybody say or do or say about us it doesn't matter because we show up for one another we always have somehow some way big congratulate I own because we love you we truly love you all Smokey Robinson my heart was saved his eyes she called him pretty eyes he had beautiful eyes Diana Ross fashion pure class Luther Vandross music that will put you in another space and time and I'm going to say it again I love all of my Afro-American people who stood and Kane and just did so many wonderful things whatever their path was and music such Beauty to the art of music and I want to thank you for all the beautiful music that I've heard since I've been a little girl into my teenager than my Adele Hood each and every one of you and Smokey Robinson oh my goodness he just took the torch and passed it and just kept helping and kept bringing it kept bringing it and giving and get briefing it's just wonderful it is so wonderful you would cry if you really really think about what on musical Geniuses have done they are all legends and they earned it the old fashioned way they didn't take the elevator they took his step-by-step God bless you and keep you forever you may B❤

    • @Laflower60
      @Laflower60 15 วันที่ผ่านมา

      lol❤😂

  • @matthernandez777
    @matthernandez777 2 ปีที่แล้ว +42

    What a flawless performance.....what a gentleman. Miss this guy.

  • @mrs.vbrown
    @mrs.vbrown 3 ปีที่แล้ว +164

    Black awards shows are not what they used to be 😔

    • @anncalloway7961
      @anncalloway7961 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      @sweetbrown....No they aren't that's why I stopped watching them 🤔😤😭

    • @migrain45
      @migrain45 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Brown you are so right, and i,m glad that i was around to see the Greats at work.:-)

    • @creolelady4096
      @creolelady4096 3 ปีที่แล้ว +17

      I am 66 and most of the people on the Black Award shows today, I don't even know who they are. And mostly rappers and I can't understand nothing they are saying. I am definitely old school.🥰🥰🥰

    • @lorebay2593
      @lorebay2593 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Yeah, that’s something, they went from beauty and class to ass and trash. I was done when I turned on one show and niki had her ass in the air, I said now ain’t that a b-- and have not seen one since.

    • @josiahturner104
      @josiahturner104 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      @@lorebay2593 Facts I’m only 17 and I know all of Luther’s Music! I love oldies. There are some good new ones but OLDIES for life!!!!! 💗

  • @Tina-od7bo
    @Tina-od7bo 3 ปีที่แล้ว +21

    Smokey’s song at the end should be the new Black folks anthem! When did we as Black folks forget our struggle?

    • @lindalyte7307
      @lindalyte7307 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @ Tina/Yes!!🙄😪
      Excellent/ Profound Question....How far we have fallen,as a people in our Communities / the Entertainment field( lewd displays of performances/ lyrics.)...blood shed in our communties!!Our Ancestors/ Civil Rights Leaders are turning in their graves😪🥺
      The struggle is real....Power to the People...🙏🏿☝🏿👊🏾🤝🏿
      Black is still beautiful in any hue....There are still those in the entertainment field who perform with Class and Dignity and Community Leaders /..
      Brothas and Sistas,..who care and are as Rev.Jackson always stated...".Keep( Keeping )Hope ....Alive "
      Many Blessings to you,during the Holidays and beyond.🙏🏿😔💫🍂

  • @collinsgreenlee1673
    @collinsgreenlee1673 3 ปีที่แล้ว +77

    Smokey's face at 8:09 said it all. So gracious. That was a tribute. God bless them both.

  • @5117danielle
    @5117danielle 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    This made me cry.

  • @kennethhamlett166
    @kennethhamlett166 3 ปีที่แล้ว +103

    Luther Van dross is simply one of the all time great singers. Smokey Robinson is the genius who wrote much of the soundtrack of my life. Superstars do not come any bigger than Diana Ross. She was a great host & this is the show on which she sang "If We Hold On Together" to Steven Spielberg to introduce his award, and he could not hide his delight. Great legends on a great evening!

    • @dayram6217
      @dayram6217 2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      They were and are Great. They don't make them like this anymore.

    • @g.w.williams5450
      @g.w.williams5450 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Q

    • @patrickwalker8330
      @patrickwalker8330 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Luther so so good to see
      One of the best voices ever.

    • @pairrynwatson4229
      @pairrynwatson4229 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Kenneth Hamlett🤗 Good Comment, they all were great⭐ some of my favorites🎤🎶 It's hard for me to believe Diana Ross was so cut throat, vicious and mean to other singers like they have claimed that she was to get to the top by any means that she thought was necessary. But she's still 1 of my fav female singers💃🏾💋💅🎤🎶

  • @AmandaWaseUK
    @AmandaWaseUK 3 ปีที่แล้ว +120

    Luther Vandross should have been cloned because they certainly don't make them like him anymore😫😫😫 What a genius of a man!!!

    • @ibukayov
      @ibukayov 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      The drama in this statement 😂 but there’s no lie in it! 😊

    • @LIVINGSTONE540
      @LIVINGSTONE540 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      ...GENIUS??! The genius was SMOKY!

    • @valeriepeters2917
      @valeriepeters2917 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Bob Marley is right next to him coming strong 💪🏾

    • @tdewayne14
      @tdewayne14 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I agree 💯0%

  • @valeriecheersbrown4829
    @valeriecheersbrown4829 3 ปีที่แล้ว +18

    Nobody like Luther's voice to make any song turn into a love song!

    • @ericmoore1173
      @ericmoore1173 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      How are you doing today my name is Eric Moore

  • @dky_1353
    @dky_1353 3 ปีที่แล้ว +44

    Smokey don got me crying up in here!! Wow he gave it up for those whose shoulders he stands upon. Magnificent! Much respect.

    • @tombeyer375
      @tombeyer375 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Amen. Smokey was great in his own right, but to sing like that and give credit and honor to those that'll gone on before takes a really special man. You could also see the love in Luther's heart as he sang this tribute. Peace and love going out to all of my brothers and sisters

  • @jacekmma
    @jacekmma 2 ปีที่แล้ว +53

    Luther Vandross is an absolute legend. Im a rock and metal guy but when I need some feel good tunes I turn on the soulful sounds of Luther Vandross, Smokey Robinson, Marvin Gaye, AL Green and the Temptations

    • @Cablecol
      @Cablecol ปีที่แล้ว +4

      I hear you. Badass vocalist.💯🎶

    • @tombeyer375
      @tombeyer375 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Right with you all the way.

    • @awms.145
      @awms.145 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Perfect list I agree. I listen to the same singers🌹

  • @funnyman0789
    @funnyman0789 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +8

    I wish I was alive back then to see Luther perform. Just an awesome singer

    • @carolhollis4886
      @carolhollis4886 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

      Had the privilege of seeing Luther 6 times in my life! Every time was perfection!

  • @denisel8471
    @denisel8471 3 ปีที่แล้ว +28

    Luther could sang anything and make it Marvelous🎤🎼♥️

    • @anthonyjacobs2086
      @anthonyjacobs2086 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      He just didn't sing it... He sung it Honey☺️

  • @CarolPowerInnerChildSongs
    @CarolPowerInnerChildSongs 3 ปีที่แล้ว +51

    Flawless Luther❤️❤️❤️. Love you Smokey. Diana you are stunning. The band and background singers are outstanding!

    • @ericmoore1173
      @ericmoore1173 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      How are you doing today my name is Eric Moore

  • @mwhitehall889
    @mwhitehall889 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Diana Ross, what a "phenomenal" woman .. still!

  • @jenniferking8018
    @jenniferking8018 3 ปีที่แล้ว +219

    Smokey just gave the best tribute to the ancestors I have ever heard. We must always remember those words. Our ancestors gave their all - blood, sweat, tears, and ultimately their lives so that we could go on. Please don't ever forget that. We owe them everything so please don't take whatever gains we have for granted. Don't ever give up the fight.

    • @ericmoore1173
      @ericmoore1173 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      How are you doing today my name is Eric Moore

    • @CutterOfGems
      @CutterOfGems 3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      Smokey is the man!

    • @msimelelo1000
      @msimelelo1000 2 ปีที่แล้ว +15

      I stop here often for inspiration. What a tribute and what a soul. Smokey Robinson is a light that never fades.

    • @JD54007
      @JD54007 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      I concur! ❤️

    • @tyleneharrell6178
      @tyleneharrell6178 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Much Respect on High Power to the People 💪🏿🖤

  • @sheilakaur4725
    @sheilakaur4725 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +12

    Rest in peace Luther, you were a Legend of your own, beautiful beautiful soul 😢

  • @farmerfox99
    @farmerfox99 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Omg Luther did such a great tribute. My Hannah how can I love you anymore?

  • @charmainebrown6495
    @charmainebrown6495 3 ปีที่แล้ว +28

    Listening to Luther always send me in a beautiful trance .

  • @philroyce1144
    @philroyce1144 3 ปีที่แล้ว +73

    07:07 HE GAVE ME LIFE.
    DAMN, THOSE WANABE SINGER NOWADAYS CANT DO THIS.

    • @creolelady4096
      @creolelady4096 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      Exactly, you couldn't have said it any better.👍👍👍👍👍👍

  • @philomenadale2134
    @philomenadale2134 3 ปีที่แล้ว +31

    Yes, Jesus died so mankind could live

  • @bonitaphinney1529
    @bonitaphinney1529 2 ปีที่แล้ว +30

    A phenomenal tribute to Mr. Smokey Robinson a living legend, from Mr. Luther Vandross who is gone but will never be forgotten. We are a proud race, who has produced some of the finest singers in the world!!

    • @jonahgerfin4409
      @jonahgerfin4409 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hello, how is you and the entire family and friends

  • @paulnash7630
    @paulnash7630 3 ปีที่แล้ว +41

    Oh Luther my man, your so sadly missed, singing these Smokey tunes brings tears to my eyes, why you went so early broke a lots of hearts, this from a 74 Yr old Brit RIP Luther.

    • @cindiwashington6071
      @cindiwashington6071 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      I love Luther and always will RIP friend gone but u will never be Forgot

    • @pairrynwatson4229
      @pairrynwatson4229 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Paul Nash 🤗 Good Comment!!! Brit
      Many people do miss Luther😢💔🎤🎶

    • @maryking730
      @maryking730 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      The feeling is mutual and I'm 75 years old

  • @claudiabarbosa9915
    @claudiabarbosa9915 3 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    Luther Vandross and Diana Ross amazona singers!!!

    • @ericmoore1173
      @ericmoore1173 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      How are you doing today my name is Eric Moore

  • @cbcb8898
    @cbcb8898 5 ปีที่แล้ว +60

    The MASTERFUL Mr Luther Vandross,,, Ms Ross speaking voice is so sensual

  • @jameskeeney2032
    @jameskeeney2032 3 ปีที่แล้ว +44

    I was on a flight from Pittsburgh to LaGuardia NY in November of 2018. I had noticed a gentleman standing by the check in desk and after several times staring and thinking this man has very unusual eyes where have I seen them before. Well we boarded and I had the aisle seat second row on the right. Smokey had sat in the wrong seat so he to move he the window seat next to me. Before he sat down he said to me excuse me I think your in the wrong seat
    I said I don't think so what seat number do you have so he ended up by the window. Now again I am staring at this gentleman's eyes and thinking where have I seen this man before.,he was modestly dressed was wearing a tight fitting hat. Finally my curiosity got the best of me and I said to him where have I seen you before. He replied who do you think I am, I replied a little hesitantly Smokey Robinson to which he replied jokingly aw go on. He then said yes I am Smokey Robinson and your name is, to which I replied James. We had brief but very cordial conversation I not wanting to annoy him or impose on his space. Brief as it was it was long enough that there is nothing phony about William Smokey Robinson he is a humble and kind and as I told him leaving the plane a National treasure. James Keeney keeneyj1953@gmail.com

  • @afajrd
    @afajrd 2 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    I'm in tears from Smokey's performance....those words will reign true forever! We should never forget and live our lives accordingly!

    • @Freekygrandma
      @Freekygrandma 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

      You made this comment 2 yrs ago but I am in tears today as well. Life is magnificent and all its glory. Those words he sang really hit different when you’re older. Someone died so we can live. 🙏🏾❤️

  • @vh6307
    @vh6307 4 ปีที่แล้ว +45

    When Lufa covers your songs.......🎉🌟🎉 R.I.P Legend Luther Vandross💟

  • @sandybeaches3950
    @sandybeaches3950 3 ปีที่แล้ว +75

    This was simply beautiful. I never saw this before. Or maybe I did see it and it's just now grasping me. Smokey sang "Somebody Died so that we could live". We should all remember that.

  • @girlmeetsreality4644
    @girlmeetsreality4644 3 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    'Smokey wrote that for us'
    She's so cute 🥰

  • @littlebeen2744
    @littlebeen2744 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    who is here in 2022.....i`m screaming....where are those velvet voices today to remind us of love?

  • @diannehill492
    @diannehill492 3 ปีที่แล้ว +30

    WOW LUTHER ...AMAZING

  • @diannehill492
    @diannehill492 3 ปีที่แล้ว +21

    LOVE ME SOME DIANA ROSS

  • @Agholor78
    @Agholor78 3 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    If I was a musician I will never never let Luther and Marvin do my song ....they are too good.

    • @sbrown6798
      @sbrown6798 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Exactly. Amazing.

    • @jjsteel43
      @jjsteel43 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      My favorite 2 musicians that were both gone too soon

  • @mayfieldnorris4280
    @mayfieldnorris4280 4 ปีที่แล้ว +28

    Smokey took that on home

  • @gertrudebuck366
    @gertrudebuck366 2 ปีที่แล้ว +24

    A POET A SINGER A SONG WRITER A MASTER OF HIS CRAFT!!! And Luther Did Him Justice!!

  • @cbreez40
    @cbreez40 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Wow,, begs the question Will this new generation have LEGENDS? Mr Smokey Robinson a lyrical genius and a quiet storm, ms Diana Ross The Diva of Life and Electrifying Entertainer, Mr LUTHER VANDROSS as ms Ross introduced him THE MASTERFUL , his voice is unmatched and his ability to draw you in without being extra in fact without even trying...

    • @Suturner374
      @Suturner374 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      They may have their own “legends” but they won’t be a patch on the legends that we have and they will be far and few between with the “cancelling” culture of today

  • @BruhBrew
    @BruhBrew ปีที่แล้ว +22

    Not only was Luther blessed with an amazing voice, he was also blessed with the mastery of making any song sang his own! And with that talent he blessed us. Rest in heaven Luther 🙏

  • @patriciajordan1845
    @patriciajordan1845 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    I miss Luther so, so😢much. That would have been a wonderful Album. Luther singing Smokey song. RIP Luther. You left us some great memories. I love this video. Thanks for sharing…❤

  • @brendajohnson5064
    @brendajohnson5064 3 ปีที่แล้ว +36

    My Man Luther! Miss him. Sing Luther.

    • @creolelady4096
      @creolelady4096 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Yeeeeeeees girl yes. I miss the hell out of Luther.💔💔💔💔💔💔

  • @weltonforbes244
    @weltonforbes244 3 ปีที่แล้ว +36

    Yes, Luther is surely missed.
    His voice was 'heavenly and intriguing' !!

  • @kathymccabe8164
    @kathymccabe8164 3 ปีที่แล้ว +30

    I used to play Smokey over and over when I was a teen. To hear Luther sing these songs 🎵 is just fantastic. RIP Luther 🙏 You truly are the man loved by so many.🌹❤😥

  • @lesliewhale2608
    @lesliewhale2608 3 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    Luther's voice, as smooth as silk

  • @pharris1999
    @pharris1999 2 ปีที่แล้ว +31

    Luther's voice will forever live on, what a true blessing to find this post... Thank you

    • @jonahgerfin4409
      @jonahgerfin4409 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hello, how is you and the entire family and friends

  • @lorettariley7420
    @lorettariley7420 3 ปีที่แล้ว +17

    LUTHER. The Master Of Making Anyone's Song...His Very Own. 🤫💕💕💕

  • @knockshinnoch1950
    @knockshinnoch1950 3 ปีที่แล้ว +51

    WOW! What a performance. I was lucky to see Luther in concert 2 times and he was by far the greatest male vocalist I've witnessed live. I just wish he'd recorded a Smokey tribute album having heard this tribute medley. Smokey's acapella performance at the end was very moving- you really could've heard a pin drop. This is a masterclass in Talent and class

  • @batsebamogotsi1340
    @batsebamogotsi1340 2 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    Luther could sing any any any song and completely own it. 2022 his voice I so smooth. RIP. Luther. We miss you. Diana Ross still the queen with a soothing beautiful voice. Respect to legend Smokey Robinson. Legends of our time giving us real music.❤❤👏👏

  • @elizabethmwalo8424
    @elizabethmwalo8424 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Diana 🌹 soo beutiful

  • @1goldbaby
    @1goldbaby 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    The Legendary Diana Ross!!

  • @deborahalexander9004
    @deborahalexander9004 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Dianna Ross is a beautiful woman

  • @prodigalsun1069
    @prodigalsun1069 3 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    I keep coming back to this .. one of the best tributes for me.. Luther did Smokey songs as they were Luther Songs.. A legend singing to a Legend.. this was music! Good music, with the perfect lyrics, and an amazing voice.. perfection!!!!

  • @CombatTalkRadio
    @CombatTalkRadio 2 ปีที่แล้ว +20

    When you do "Ooo Baby Baby" better than the artist it was written for. It sounds like one of his originals, he did so good.

    • @gracegreen1859
      @gracegreen1859 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      ***written by. Not better but you liked it better.

    • @buckzzduran7796
      @buckzzduran7796 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@gracegreen1859 factz

  • @irenewilkins8996
    @irenewilkins8996 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    There will never be another Luther. God I miss that man.

  • @karengarrett3000
    @karengarrett3000 3 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    Luther had such a beautiful voice with high and low tones!!!

  • @ladyanfield8438
    @ladyanfield8438 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    Their are no singers around today who can compare with the amazing great soul singers of yesterday ❤️❤️
    RIP Luther and all the other great soul singers who have left us with amazing music and memories 🌹🌹🌹

  • @ANGELANGEL-ch7wh
    @ANGELANGEL-ch7wh 3 ปีที่แล้ว +64

    THE ONE, THE ONLY, MR LUTHER VANDROSS. LEGEND. THIS MAN CAN SING ANYTHING AND OWN IT.

  • @DavidRichardson95
    @DavidRichardson95 4 ปีที่แล้ว +40

    LV could never do wrong!!! The singer's singer. #RIPLutherVandross

    • @orlandoaguasvivas6580
      @orlandoaguasvivas6580 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      David Richardson Luther still king....nobody will touch his craft

    • @DavidRichardson95
      @DavidRichardson95 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@orlandoaguasvivas6580 The riffs and runs/layers/background vocals they credit Brandy and a few others (no shade) originated with him first.

  • @ranran1300
    @ranran1300 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Luther's confidence

  • @sheenapmoffett3919
    @sheenapmoffett3919 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Luther Vandross "The Best " R.I.PARADISE 🌹🌹

    • @jonahgerfin4409
      @jonahgerfin4409 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hello, how is you and the entire family

  • @angieeggleston1784
    @angieeggleston1784 3 ปีที่แล้ว +28

    Luther at his best. This is wonderful. Gone to soon.

  • @MoorenaEl
    @MoorenaEl 3 ปีที่แล้ว +20

    SMOKEY'S TRIBUTE TO OUR ANCESTORS!!!!!!!!!!!! DIDNT YA'LL HEAR HIM????? OMGGGGGG!!!!!!! IM EMOTIONAL!!!!!!!! HE WAS DEEP IN THE SPIRIT ON THAT ONE!!!!!!!

    • @KaissaDoumbeMoulongo
      @KaissaDoumbeMoulongo 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Goosebumps...❤️🙏🏿🎶🤴🏾❤️✊🏿👌🏿

    • @winifredaffen7945
      @winifredaffen7945 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Listening to this on Election Day November 3, 2020. VOTE!!

    • @ellenhajie2421
      @ellenhajie2421 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@winifredaffen7945 yeah, never take the right to vote for granted and never again tolerate any shenanigans that disenfranchise you, periodt 💯🔥

  • @sibsmabura8935
    @sibsmabura8935 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    There can never be another Luther "Mr Smooth" Vandross ❤❤

  • @tierracruz1783
    @tierracruz1783 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    My man Luther Van Dross is simply one of a kind miss him continue to sleep in peace gone from this world and never forget him.

    • @jonahgerfin4409
      @jonahgerfin4409 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hello, how is you and the entire family and friends

  • @genobourn7423
    @genobourn7423 2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Three Legends!

  • @susanhiggins6488
    @susanhiggins6488 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Forgot how good Luther was. I do miss him

  • @tysonb3568
    @tysonb3568 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Wow, this was a treat! Luther could SANG!

    • @priscellagraham3277
      @priscellagraham3277 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      This tribute to Smokey Robinson with Luther Vandross being the superbly magnificent vocal master of all songs he sings, Lord Luther, makes the lyrics his own, there is none, no one to pattern his voice….. He may be gone but never forgotten…..

  • @creolelady4096
    @creolelady4096 3 ปีที่แล้ว +18

    I remember that night that show came on TV. Because when Luther was singing Ohh baby baby me and my late husband was slow dancing to it. I'll never forget that night. Looking at this brought tears to my eyes.💔💔💔💔💔

    • @Mado4384
      @Mado4384 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Watching this with tears in my eyes as I truly miss Luther!! Then hearing Smokey sing and thinking about his words.... 😫😫😫

    • @ericmoore1173
      @ericmoore1173 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      How are you doing today my name is Eric Moore

  • @dtrn254
    @dtrn254 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Diana Ross....❤️