This song was on Teena Marie’s debut album in 1979 Wild and Peaceful, as one of the first white artists signed to Mowtown Records (historically a black music label) Berry Gordy (founder of Mowtown Records) was so concerned about Teena being judged for her appearance he refused to put her picture on the album cover (its a picture of clouds and the ocean) reasoning that he simply wanted people to hear her music first instead of her race (years later he admitted this was a mistake) as her songs were funk/soul/r&b (she later had some rock hits too) they mostly played on urban radio. Berry miscalculated because it turned out people didn’t care that Teena was white and black people bought her records and flocked to her shows, to this day she’s considered an icon especially in the black community, RIP to Teena Marie, she’ll never be forgotten.
Actually Lady T wasn’t one the first white artist to be signed by Motown There had been a few dating back to the 60s What she was though was Motown’s most successful selling white artist Motown had even signed a group fronted by Thomas ( Tommy ) Chong of the comedy dual Cheech & Chong🙂
@@162berto Motown also had a couple of sub-labels in the early 1970s called Rare Earth & Melodyland that had primarily white artists. The band Rare Earth was on Rare Earth Records and so was Meatloaf (before he became famous) in a group named Stoney & Meatloaf. Melodyland was focused on country music, Pat Boone (yes that one, Debby's dad, lol) was signed to it for a brief period. The most successful country act on there was probably T. G. Sheppard. Tommy Chong didn't front a group, he was the guitarist in Bobby Taylor & The Vancouvers. That is a mixed race group, but Bobby is Black and he's also the guy who told Berry Gordy about The Jackson 5. In the 1960s there was a white female singer on Motown named Chris Clark. Some of the Funk Brothers (Motown session musicians) were white too.
@@162bertoHe signed Debby Dean in the 60s and another white lady whose name isn’t coming up in my search. I wish I could remember, because I love Motown 💔
Seeing the expression on Jay and Amber’s face while listening to this was everything for me. I feel those emotions every time I hear this song. Sometimes I even cry. Portuguese Love ❤️ and Yes Indeed should be one of your next listen to by Ms. Teena Marie.
Me too , I was lucky to see her live at Hammersmith Apollo in the 80's This was the song that introduced me to her on the Greg Edwards show, I was sold straight away, and then, bam, behind the groove
The voice of Lady T...and the masterful songwriting of Rick James...the perfect combination. I love how this song ends the same way it started...with the flute...windchimes, and just a peaceful, as Amber said...'heavenly' vibe.
Looking great guys! Sweet reaction! Lady T never disappoints. As much as I feel like, too bad you weren't there at the time, it's so inspiring to see young folks rediscovering the best music. RSR!
I'm grateful to WHUR radio and the Original Quiet Storm for introducing me to Tina Marie and this song in particular. I'm glad you guys finally reacted to it.
Right before you paused it; that signature run she does from high to low is what always gave me chills! She also wrote most (if not all) of her songs. “Ooh La La” is my favorite slow jam & “365” is my favorite upbeat jam.... 💯🔥🤙🏽😎
Teena Marie is my girl. My sister, a cousin and I were all crazy over Teena Marie and Rick James. This brings back many memories. Teena Marie is definitely blue-eyed soul.
This was the very first song I heard by Teena Marie around 1979/80. It still sounds as fresh to my 60 year old ears as it did to my 16 year old ears. ❤️. This song always takes me on a trip. Check out ‘My Dear Mr. Gaye’ which is a tribute to Marvin Gaye and ‘Happy’ my favorite Rick James & Teena Marie duet.
Please react to Teena Marie's, "Portuguese Love", "Ooh La La La" and "Out On A Limb". You still have room on your Female Friday's list 😊. She will always blow your mind with her vocals, presence and her musicality. To see her play the guitar and bass is AMAZING! RIP Teena.
I love watching people (especially J and Amber) react to magical moments. I remember being a kid back in the early 80's and this song always did something to me. I didn't understand the meaning, but I knew it was special. My heart is full watching J and Amber get that same feeling.
This song is from her first album entitled Wild and Peaceful. At the time no picture of her was on the cover and many thought she was Black. The powers that be thought she would not be received and well if they new she was caucasian.
Because of tenna and her lawsuit against record companies recording artists have protection from companies holding their music hostage and not letting them release new music. The Brockert initiative is a law because of Tenna. She also has a video on TH-cam that's worth a watch
This is just one of the reasons, that Rick James is my hero and idol,2nd only to Stevie Wonder aka THE God of ALL Music. !!! Rick wrote,produced & arranged this entire album, after Berry Gordy had pretty much gave Teena this last chance to get a hit or be dropped from the label ! Rick did what all those other great writers & producers on Motown couldn’t do . Rick James doesn’t get the credit he so richly deserves ! Teena Marie is also highly underrated as a singer,songwriter,arranger and producer, as well as multi-instrumentalist !
I supposed that one day you'll get to Teena's "Behind The Groove" which was the biggest hit she had in black neighborhoods since it is her funkiest song.
I am so glad you got round to reacting to Deja Vu. To my mind this tune is the most beautiful peace of modern music ever. With apologies to Dusty Springfield, Teena Marie is the finest female white soul singer to have ever recorded.
Jesus. That is my favorite song by her. I have been a fan since her first record. It’s amazing that she was so young when she wrote that. It almost makes me cry…..please do Love Changes - Live version by Mother’s Finest. PLEASE
with everything i really this beautiuful god grace us with teena marie for a short time but she shared her wonderful amazing voice god gave her she will be one of my favorite singers ever no can or touch her style rest in in peace and paradise until meet again grand way.
I literally loved Lady T. She wrote, produced, arranged and sung her heart out. In the studio and in concerts. Check out Behind The Groove, among many of her gems.
I managed to see your reaction to Pure Prairie League today and you mentioned how much you liked the lead singers voice! Did you know that he is Vince Gill !
Such a powerful and unique song in every way, written and produced by Rick James with instrumentation by Rick's Stone City Band. This is one of the first songs I point to when making the argument for Teena as one of the unsung GOATs.
Hi Jay and Amber! It's Andrew Erroch fae Paisley in Scotland here. We're not as familiar with Teena Marie over here. You should check out Kelly Marie (no relation... I think). She's a Scottish singer from Paisley, early 80's and her biggest hit was 'Feels Like I'm In Love'. Æx 🙏
@@gabrielmcdonnell8699 Hard to keep up with it all, isn't it? I wish all us Americans would just celebrate all holidays together. No more division just all as one. 🙏🇺🇸
@@judyparks5016 I *respectfully* disagree. The division occurred bc for too long life in the U.S. was centered around a specific group. The push for _inclusivity_ in the 21st Century has actually allowed many factions of the population to be seen, often for the very first time. ✌🏽
One of my absolute favorites! Rick James wrote this and my brother Danny LaMelle is on flute and sax. Casanova Brown, You Make Love Like Springtime are great too! (Well, just about everything by Teena is great)
This song was written by Rick James (you didn’t see that coming- did you?) and was on her first album. He was walking by a practice room at Motown and heard a piano and her voice, and stopped to listen. Became an early mentor of hers. Later they became more….😉 There is another very early song by her: Don’t Turn Your Back on Me - not known by everyone, but maybe my favorite. Give it a listen pleeese.
"Portuguese Love" is also worth a listen! R.I.P. Teena Marie! 🙏🙏
Amazing song
@@cla9085 Masterpiece! ❤
Yes indeed
Great song
Its a must listen.
Can't wait till you guys listen to "Out On a Limb". Her vocal range is incredible! Miss ya Teena!
I used to play this song over and over again in my car. It's a great road song. Takes you to another place.
This song was on Teena Marie’s debut album in 1979 Wild and Peaceful, as one of the first white artists signed to Mowtown Records (historically a black music label) Berry Gordy (founder of Mowtown Records) was so concerned about Teena being judged for her appearance he refused to put her picture on the album cover (its a picture of clouds and the ocean) reasoning that he simply wanted people to hear her music first instead of her race (years later he admitted this was a mistake) as her songs were funk/soul/r&b (she later had some rock hits too) they mostly played on urban radio. Berry miscalculated because it turned out people didn’t care that Teena was white and black people bought her records and flocked to her shows, to this day she’s considered an icon especially in the black community, RIP to Teena Marie, she’ll never be forgotten.
Actually Lady T wasn’t one the first white artist to be signed by Motown
There had been a few dating back to the 60s
What she was though was Motown’s most successful selling white artist
Motown had even signed a group fronted by Thomas ( Tommy ) Chong of the comedy dual
Cheech & Chong🙂
@@162berto Motown also had a couple of sub-labels in the early 1970s called Rare Earth & Melodyland that had primarily white artists. The band Rare Earth was on Rare Earth Records and so was Meatloaf (before he became famous) in a group named Stoney & Meatloaf. Melodyland was focused on country music, Pat Boone (yes that one, Debby's dad, lol) was signed to it for a brief period. The most successful country act on there was probably T. G. Sheppard. Tommy Chong didn't front a group, he was the guitarist in Bobby Taylor & The Vancouvers. That is a mixed race group, but Bobby is Black and he's also the guy who told Berry Gordy about The Jackson 5. In the 1960s there was a white female singer on Motown named Chris Clark. Some of the Funk Brothers (Motown session musicians) were white too.
@@162bertoHe signed Debby Dean in the 60s and another white lady whose name isn’t coming up in my search. I wish I could remember, because I love Motown 💔
🤦🏻♂️
Can't Love Anymore is my favorite song on that album
This one was also written by Rick James. I salute you guys on this one, great pick, really good reaction.
Seeing the expression on Jay and Amber’s face while listening to this was everything for me. I feel those emotions every time I hear this song. Sometimes I even cry. Portuguese Love ❤️ and Yes Indeed should be one of your next listen to by Ms. Teena Marie.
Me too , I was lucky to see her live at Hammersmith Apollo in the 80's
This was the song that introduced me to her on the Greg Edwards show, I was sold straight away, and then, bam, behind the groove
This is her highly emotional tearjerker perfect song. This song is absolutely freaking unbelievable.
Teena doesn't take a backseat . To any female soul singer.
True story!!!
You ain't lying!
This Is My All Time Favorite Song Of Teena Marie ❣️, Still Miss Her, Always 😢
Tina Marie's "Out on a Limb" is her masterpiece.
The voice of Lady T...and the masterful songwriting of Rick James...the perfect combination. I love how this song ends the same way it started...with the flute...windchimes, and just a peaceful, as Amber said...'heavenly' vibe.
Lady T was a phenomenal performer and she is sorely missed.
I've never heard this one. An unexpectedly philosophical and spiritually contemporary track, lyrically. And so smooth musically. Thanks for posting 🙂
i love her! R.I.P.! i still tear up sometimes thinking that she is gone!
I was tearing up just hearing this and seeing Jay and Amber's reactions.
This is on the 1st album that she released. It was a great introduction to her.
Thank you for this. The beautiful soulful voice of Teena Marie. R.I. P. Miss Teena. Gone too soon. 💔🙏
Teena marie the legend im them vocals is mine blowing one of my favorite singers fo sho.
'I Need Your Lovin' is one of Teena's fast-paced songs.
And Square Biz!
Teenas voice is unmatched and coupled her arrangement skills put her in the stratosphere. Please react to Casanova Brown
Truly one of the best voices and soul from the past, RIP Lady T
Looking great guys! Sweet reaction! Lady T never disappoints. As much as I feel like, too bad you weren't there at the time, it's so inspiring to see young folks rediscovering the best music. RSR!
Legendary Teena Marie
She was 23 when she recorded that song.
Fr?
Portuguese Love,Young Love and Happy (with Rick James) are my favorite Teena Marie jams
one of my favorite all time songs to. Love her.
With the Passing of Angela Bofill. It would be wonderful to react to "I try". She is a legend from the 70s & 80s.
100%
@finnie5242 definitely
"Angel of the Night" for Friday!!!
Well...if you're going to do the great Angie Bofill, you HAVE to include "This Time I'll Be Sweeter"...RIP Angela.
Absolutely! Pleeeze discover that woman and that song!
So peaceful. This song got my attention when I was 13 years old and I discovered who Teena Marie was.
I'm grateful to WHUR radio and the Original Quiet Storm for introducing me to Tina Marie and this song in particular. I'm glad you guys finally reacted to it.
WHUR didn't introduce me to Teena Marie but I was there on the weekdays with Melvin Lindsay (RIP) and weekends whith Mansy Pullen.
RIP Teena Marie! This song always takes me away.
Right before you paused it; that signature run she does from high to low is what always gave me chills! She also wrote most (if not all) of her songs. “Ooh La La” is my favorite slow jam & “365” is my favorite upbeat jam.... 💯🔥🤙🏽😎
Teena Marie is my girl.
My sister, a cousin and I were all crazy over Teena Marie and Rick James. This brings back many memories.
Teena Marie is definitely blue-eyed soul.
This is why she's called The Ivory Queen of Soul 🎶💜🎶
This is her debut album and single.
Teena Marie is one of my favorite, female, singers. Period.
This was the very first song I heard by Teena Marie around 1979/80. It still sounds as fresh to my 60 year old ears as it did to my 16 year old ears. ❤️. This song always takes me on a trip.
Check out ‘My Dear Mr. Gaye’ which is a tribute to Marvin Gaye and ‘Happy’ my favorite Rick James & Teena Marie duet.
Remember the first single was "I'm a Sucker for Your Love" with Rick James. Total jam.
So divine... SO divine!
We miss you at the barbeques Teena. Music hasn't been the same without you.
Casanova brown
Sunny skies
Are some of Teena’s strongest vocal performances
Her music from the 2000s is just as good. The way you love me. That's my favorite.
Vocals & instruments are just phenomenal!!
Please react to Teena Marie's, "Portuguese Love", "Ooh La La La" and "Out On A Limb". You still have room on your Female Friday's list 😊. She will always blow your mind with her vocals, presence and her musicality. To see her play the guitar and bass is AMAZING!
RIP Teena.
Ooh LaLaLa is my shit but no one ever gives it any love
Don't forget Young Love
Tina Marie has been here before. and very well knew it...blessings to her soul and may she quickly return and continue teaching. A beautiful soul.
I love watching people (especially J and Amber) react to magical moments. I remember being a kid back in the early 80's and this song always did something to me. I didn't understand the meaning, but I knew it was special. My heart is full watching J and Amber get that same feeling.
In a music world that is lacking unique and individual artists, esp. with little to no R&B/soul music, Teena Marie is sorely missed! ❤
“Still in Love,” and “Behind the Groove” deserve special mention.
"Yes indeed", Patrice Rushen plays piano on this! "Behind the Groove", "Casanova Brown", her catalogue is deep!
This song is from her first album entitled Wild and Peaceful. At the time no picture of her was on the cover and many thought she was Black. The powers that be thought she would not be received and well if they new she was caucasian.
“Out on a Limb” by Teena Marie is a must listen guys 🔥
"Shadowboxing" is a great song that doesn't get the love it should.
"Dear Lover" "Casanova Brown" and "Out on a Limb" All ballad jammmz!
Just about all of Teena songs are great, she brings the soul as good as any R&B artist in history! Definitely one of my favorites!
Because of tenna and her lawsuit against record companies recording artists have protection from companies holding their music hostage and not letting them release new music. The Brockert initiative is a law because of Tenna. She also has a video on TH-cam that's worth a watch
This is just one of the reasons, that Rick James is my hero and idol,2nd only to Stevie Wonder aka THE God of ALL Music. !!! Rick wrote,produced & arranged this entire album, after Berry Gordy had pretty much gave Teena this last chance to get a hit or be dropped from the label ! Rick did what all those other great writers & producers on Motown couldn’t do . Rick James doesn’t get the credit he so richly deserves ! Teena Marie is also highly underrated as a singer,songwriter,arranger and producer, as well as multi-instrumentalist !
REST IN PEACE TEENA MARIE 👼 🙏.
The first soulful Portuguese singer in R&B history...you guys need to react to her song "Behind The Groove"
Such a beautiful song.
That’s Rick James’s Stone City Band playing that beautiful music.
I supposed that one day you'll get to Teena's "Behind The Groove" which was the biggest hit she had in black neighborhoods since it is her funkiest song.
I am so glad you got round to reacting to Deja Vu. To my mind this tune is the most beautiful peace of modern music ever.
With apologies to Dusty Springfield, Teena Marie is the finest female white soul singer to have ever recorded.
Jesus. That is my favorite song by her. I have been a fan since her first record. It’s amazing that she was so young when she wrote that. It almost makes me cry…..please do Love Changes - Live version by Mother’s Finest. PLEASE
Rick James wrote this and produced it.
@@MrRealbrotha thanks. I couldn’t remember. I loved Rick and Teena.
This to me is one of her top 3 songs. She had so many gems.
Teena Marie = G.O.A.T. 💗💓💞❤
One of the greatest to do it! Yo can hear the Rick James influence in the arrangement of the song and the album. Straight🔥🔥🔥
She has another upbeat song called 365!! so tough🔥🔥u can’t go wrong with her catalog
Great reaction Jay Amber Lady T was a multi-purpose musician,producer, Vocalist
Teena Maria was so good back in the 80’s.
She had/has amazing dance floor music.
So good!!
But this was 1979
@@theodoreritola7641
I was only 14 in 1979. 😂
I didn’t know her then.
@@aks4204 O OK I DIDNT EITHER I GOOGLED AND CHEATED LOL Take are God Bless you
@@theodoreritola7641
LoL Thanks for the laugh.😂
Have a good one my friend.
Try "OUT ON A LIMB" from Teena Maria one of my favs!!! You'll love it!
Wait Until You Hear Portuguese Love,Casanova Brown & Out On A Limb absolute Masterpieces 💯🔥🔥🔥
Don't forget Young Love
@@andrad.rivers3729 yessss that's a hidden gem ❤️
She could journey into any music scene, from soft ,to rock.
with everything i really this beautiuful god grace us with teena marie for a short time but she shared her wonderful amazing voice god gave her she will be one of my favorite singers ever no can or touch her style rest in in peace and paradise until meet again grand way.
If you liked "Square Biz" check out her with the band Ozone & their jam called "Gigolette" you won't be disappointed
The song "Behind The Groove" was the first time I ever heard Teena sing and I was instantly hooked.
Taken way too soon. Try "Tune in Tomorrow" and "You make love like Springtime". Her range is on full display on both.
One of my favorite songs by any artist. Great choice.
This was the first song I ever heard by Lady T. I was hooked after hearing it. R.I.P. Queen!
I literally loved Lady T. She wrote, produced, arranged and sung her heart out. In the studio and in concerts. Check out Behind The Groove, among many of her gems.
Force MD's - love is a house, tender love, here i go again, couldn't care less, somebody's crying, sweet dreams
Yes! Love these recommendations!
You Make Love Like Springtime is my favorite, among many. This is the Lady T in all her splendor!
Yes Lawd
Willie hutch - i choose you
Legendary singer
My Dear Mr. Gaye is Beautiful,.you should listen🎶🎶❣️
Yes, yes, y'all!!!
songs of 1980's....
"pump up
the volume" by
M/A/R/R/S .
🍒
Stevie Wonder - As
I managed to see your reaction to Pure Prairie League today and you mentioned how much you liked the lead singers voice! Did you know that he is Vince Gill !
Awesome song. She was such an incredible talent!
This is a beautiful song ..please check out Ooh LA LA LA by Teena Marie
Such a powerful and unique song in every way, written and produced by Rick James with instrumentation by Rick's Stone City Band. This is one of the first songs I point to when making the argument for Teena as one of the unsung GOATs.
And I grew up listening to this song on the radio… what a time!
Hi Jay and Amber! It's Andrew Erroch fae Paisley in Scotland here. We're not as familiar with Teena Marie over here. You should check out Kelly Marie (no relation... I think). She's a Scottish singer from Paisley, early 80's and her biggest hit was 'Feels Like I'm In Love'. Æx 🙏
Lady T❤RIP🙏🏿
Whitney Houston - "Saving All My Love".
I absolutely love this song, truly her best one
_HAPPY BLACK MUSIC MONTH_
Lady T 🙏🏼🖤
I am pretty sure that was Feb. This month is gay pride month. And Juneteenth .
@@judyparks5016 My Bad. I corrected it. Happy Black MUSIC Month! 🖤
@@gabrielmcdonnell8699 Hard to keep up with it all, isn't it? I wish all us Americans would just celebrate all holidays together. No more division just all as one. 🙏🇺🇸
@@judyparks5016 I *respectfully* disagree. The division occurred bc for too long life in the U.S. was centered around a specific group. The push for _inclusivity_ in the 21st Century has actually allowed many factions of the population to be seen, often for the very first time. ✌🏽
I am so glad I had a chance to see Teena and Rick James together in concert in 1980. Please react to Aladdin's Lamp by Teena. Its a hidden treasure.
One of my absolute favorites! Rick James wrote this and my brother Danny LaMelle is on flute and sax.
Casanova Brown, You Make Love Like Springtime are great too! (Well, just about everything by Teena is great)
I'm sure Teena's an angel in heaven right now. Where she belongs. She was too good for this world.
This song was written by Rick James (you didn’t see that coming- did you?) and was on her first album. He was walking by a practice room at Motown and heard a piano and her voice, and stopped to listen. Became an early mentor of hers. Later they became more….😉
There is another very early song by her: Don’t Turn Your Back on Me - not known by everyone, but maybe my favorite.
Give it a listen pleeese.
Casanova Brown is a great song too
Just beautiful, smooth and easy. LOL
Wow, what a great reaction❤
Wow. You all are finally ready for some real r&b/soul. 70s and early 80s style.❤❤❤
Casanova Brown omg y'all gotta get to that one. So soulful and jazzy