I really miss the energy and creativity of the 80s. The spectrum of music was much broader and the artist were so much more unique. Bring back the 80s!
Her bloomers/Chanel Belt/Converse combo is permanently seared into my brain! I was 14 and a freshman at a fashion design high school here in New York. Jody will eternally be my fashion muse.
As a white teen out in theburbs in the 80’s I bought Miss Watley’s first album and was completely crushed by her beauty, style and class. Plus her music was the jam! Have loved her since and still play her jams at 50.
Hey, I'm not white, but what does it matter?! Music is totally universal, especially good music!!!!!! I would have dancing, singing right along with you!!!!!! I guess we can say she's "Still A Thrill"!!!!!!! Facts!!!!!! Another fun fact: Prince wrote that for her!!!!!!! Peace!!!!!!!!
When I was in college in the 80s I had just turned 21 and after a few months I was bored of the San Diego bar scene. I wanted to go to Los Angeles to hit their bar scene. My buddy got us as far as Orange County. We were at a bar near Cal State Fullerton and I was dancing with a pretty gal when I heard the drum beats of this song come on, there, on each wall motorized projector screens dropped from the ceiling and this song came on. My mind was so freaking blown. I couldn't help but watch her. The song ended, the screens went back up Never to return the rest of the night> Oh yeah, Jody. You are magical.
One of the most gorgeous creatures to ever grace this Earth. She is like a modern day Nefertiti. The fact that she has tremendous talent and style in addition to that breathtaking beauty makes her one of the most captivating musical stars we've ever had in the U.S. For awhile I thought she had a chance to give Madonna a run for her money, but the quality of her albums started to slip after the first two and she was unable to regain the necessary momentum to reclaim her prominence.. Regardless, she will always be a favorite of mine, and I have to say, when people are unaware of her it drives me nuts!
Her music quality did not slip, she made several great records after her first two. I think hers sales dipped partly because she was growing as a person and artist and her music became more mature and not all dance pop RnB. Her Affairs of the Heart album is her best work (in my opinion) with excellent dance, mid tempos and ballads with adult/real life themes and she sounds amazing. Sometimes music fans put artists in a box and don't or can't embrace their growth. It has happened to many singers.
Wow, what ever happened to these beautiful old school ladies that had class and weren't full of trash. I miss old videos like this. Today's videos show lots of nasty fake trash with no clothes on. This is what I call classic and best .
I still love Jody, I remember being in high school listening to her. She was so funky yet very classy, I remember I wanted to copy everything she wore. I remember someone saying that Jody just made up her dance steps while filming her videos. Nothing was choreographed. That's the coolest thing.
me and girlfriend use to eat her style up biker shorts bra tops and leather jackets and patent leather shoes . ... we were the first girls in my neighborhood to start getting long weaves because we wanted to look like Jody. oh the 80's! the fashion the hair the music! Epic and classy! #TeamJody4life
I sported alot of Ms. Watley's clothes back then including all clothes in her music videos.. had the long hair for it. I found her fashion to be fly and I went through alot of fashion and hair things back in the day but Jody was the best ♥️
Man Jody had the most beautiful eyes in the game. I remember seeing this video Wiesbaden Air base Germany.Her and Andre an inspiration for style and fashion.
Jody, style miles ahead of the rest during her day. This chic was on another level with her wardrobe choices. I always loved the way she danced, moved, and worked the camera in videos. A good dancer always shines, even 26 years on from the release of this video.
Time simply changes everything.. She shined bright like a diamond then.. Although many of us wish time could stand still sometimes, unfortunately it doesn't... Things change, music has definitely changed..Tnx JW for your contribution
That first aaaaaaaaaahhhh takes you right back to the late 80´s dammm the nostalgia 16 and didn't no i had not a care in the world. I like it hear think ill stay!!!!
My first celebrity crush!!! Love me some Ms. Watley...she made me appreciate all the beautiful ladies like Janet Jackson, Whitney Houston, Karyn White, Vanessa Williams, En Vogue, Toni Braxton, etc.
Love this song one of my all time favorites by Jody.. Omg how i miss the 80's they where the best.. the fashion the music the tv shows just everything..
I'm a HARD ROCKING and HEAD BANGING METALHEAD from the 1980's. Although my favorite genre is HARD ROCK/HEAVY METAL, I have to admit other genres back in the 1980's had great music as well.
Jody watley pop 80s icon grew up with her music 🎶 80s best decade of music 🎶❤ x thanks for memories jody watley! I still play all her songs today 2023 never goes away 😂 yeah 👍🏼❤
Andre Cymone (close friend and former bassist for Prince 1977-1980) produced her songs in those days, he was also married to her, he is the guy in the video, they both made a good team during that time. awesome song!
It's REALLY amazing how GREAT yesterday's talent - such as Jody here - is SOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO much more talented and how yesterday's stuff is SOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO much better than today's SHIT!!!
Jodi Watley was one of my childhood faves. The voice that sounded like Motown, the cutting funky 80s bop, the punky city style. I miss this moment. Wish I could've lived through it as an adult.
Really appreciate Jody. When u think of it shes the OG in fashion world. Her style was classic Mod Sexy beautiful the original Around the Wayy Girll. Celebrate this gorgeous creature
This song is amazing, and beautiful... Jody dance sooo sweet and lovely. I enjoyed everything about this video...The 80s was the best with the great music, the dance, the style, etc!
I haven't heard this song in a minute. She simply owned this first album and her fashion sense was fierce!!! I am 51 and still enjoy and often wear my big hoop earrings, plus that black cat liner look - remember copying that look as well. Andre Cymone is simply YUMMY!! I still recall him having a minor hit back in 82 -83 with a song called "Kelly's Eyes".
Jody is a classy lady with a good heart and soul!! Thanks for your amazing music!! Dancing in the clubs in the 80s dressing like Jody was the best memories ever!! Miss those nights!! 💋❤️🥂❤️❤️💋💋
Jody Watley! What can I say Lady? I can say three words that fit your attitude, personality and professional career: SIMPLY THE BEST!!!! From the time I watched you as a dancer with your partner Jeffery Daniel on Soul Train back in the 1970's to the time you spent as a superstar performing with Shalamar to the time you became a super-duper star when you branched out and showed you had what it took to go solo, you have done it better than all the rest that came before and after you. Keep on shining Jody!!!! You have fans out here that will always love you and have the utmost respect for what you've contributed to top-notch Entertainment!
This is a GREAT music video. Not just because of the great artist and song, but the video itself is EXTREMELY well done. The camera angles, the editing, the wardrobes, the set design - very classy. Amazing!
True. And Karen White, Sheila E, Chanté... Those amazing, talented, beautiful African-American women were a huge part of the 1980's. Glad I was there for it.
Jody Watley is the most gorgeous singer of the 80's!
She's amazing!
She set the style tone west coast was the bomb Mr leon Syliver .💯🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉
Yes❤
This song was the $hit when it came out
Still is 💃🏾💃🏾💃🏾
I really miss the energy and creativity of the 80s. The spectrum of music was much broader and the artist were so much more unique. Bring back the 80s!
Me too!
I was born in the 80s and also things were much better back then
I totally agree I want the 80s to make a come back it would be awesome !!!
I agree I listen to 80s music on TH-cam & Pandora more than present day artists
💯❤️🔥
Jody's style was undeniable! She was a uncredited trendsetter. I adored her.
My friends and I used to refer to her as the Black Madonna, which is who she reminded us of, loved her then, and now!!!
The original Vogue!
Actually she was credited for being a trensetter look it up.
Leo Vial Madonna copied her. Admitted she was very influenced by Jody.
Jamoky Me 2 the good days
The first 30 seconds of this song is still killer.
No doubt slamming!
Yes!!! 2020
Andre Cymone was the shit.
And the middle, and the last, and the part before that!!
🎯🎙🎶
Before the Rihanna and Beyonce's of the world
Jody Watley was the ish!!!
Still is.
She still is and she did without props and sans the fan fare !
The Prophet of Rage I love her and she will always be it 🎤
Yes, and still is. The real deal 💞
exactly... I still love her style,, the manly suits that looked feminine on her..
Her bloomers/Chanel Belt/Converse combo is permanently seared into my brain! I was 14 and a freshman at a fashion design high school here in New York. Jody will eternally be my fashion muse.
Forever Jody. We enjoyed your music then and Now!
I know Andre but who is the guy on key board and the other guy who look like El debarge
@ drcokepepper.
The guy on the upright bass and keyboards is Jody’s brother, John Watley III. Not sure who the fella with the guitar is.
@@lynnspanks3541 thank you,I thought he was kinda cuteinterestinglooking but there are hardly any images of him online.its like he got extra private
I still want that Chanel belt
As a white teen out in theburbs in the 80’s I bought Miss Watley’s first album and was completely crushed by her beauty, style and class. Plus her music was the jam! Have loved her since and still play her jams at 50.
Feel ya girl. Me too....a seriously young 51, and she's all over my playlist.
Hey, I'm not white, but what does it matter?! Music is totally universal, especially good music!!!!!! I would have dancing, singing right along with you!!!!!!
I guess we can say she's "Still A Thrill"!!!!!!! Facts!!!!!!
Another fun fact: Prince wrote that for her!!!!!!! Peace!!!!!!!!
@@SteveAndersen-u6eNo sweety Andre cymone wrote that for her, I think along with her. Unless you know something I don't know😂
@@Mr.Hawkins-ld5ugAndre Cymone... Produced nearly the whole album.
@@Mr.Hawkins-ld5ugA.C. all day.
Who's listening in 2024 👋🏻
I am!!
Me ! ❤❤❤❤❤❤
me too ❤
Me of course!! ❤❤❤
🙋🏽♂️
Hi. Straight white male here. Loved Jody Watley and Karyn White. The 80s were the best. Thanks.
Now that's a man that knows his music❤❤💪👌
FACTS
Absolutely
Jody's debut album was amazing!
Ruben Delgadillo Yup a couple of Granny's
Yes it was...great memories
Absolutely Awesome 🌟🌟🌟❤❤❤❤
@@williealexander2520 And dope videos too😉
Yep ..and It's still a "THRILL"
2024 and this groove still moves me as it did the first time it came out! ✊🏽💜
❤❤❤
This song is Epic! Jody is phenomenal and her Fashion style is iconic!
When I was in college in the 80s I had just turned 21 and after a few months I was bored of the San Diego bar scene. I wanted to go to Los Angeles to hit their bar scene. My buddy got us as far as Orange County. We were at a bar near Cal State Fullerton and I was dancing with a pretty gal when I heard the drum beats of this song come on, there, on each wall motorized projector screens dropped from the ceiling and this song came on. My mind was so freaking blown. I couldn't help but watch her. The song ended, the screens went back up Never to return the rest of the night>
Oh yeah, Jody. You are magical.
What a great story! Thank you for sharing and have a blessed life.
I traveled in time with your description as if I was also there...Fantastic !!
The face, the hair, the clothes, the moves-- Jody made everything classic!
Something about her look, her delivery, just so raw :)
Yes indeed...such a unique look about her
Jodi is so 🔥
Real is the word. She was real. She put all of herself in2 what she did.
Still love this song!! MsWatley is the shit...period!
🔥. Jodi is so awesome 😎
Soul Train Dancer. Shalamar singer. Then singer on her own love her.
Yes. Watched her every Saturday
Thankyou for reminding us all. Forgot that over the years. Shes the bomb.
A superstar in the making.
This song is a different experience with headphones on.
Beautiful woman, beautiful voice, and clothed. So glad I grew up during this generation. Always love Ms. Jody.
I'm so glad I was in my early twenties in the 80's to enjoy all this music & fashion :) Miss those days!
Just love life. Appreciate the past but love the future.
I agree! The Best! 😀
+Sheila J. me too Miss Sheila J. we did this gurl and i would go back and do it all over again yasss
Me too!
Sheila J. I also agree with you, wish I could turn back the clock..
One of the most gorgeous creatures to ever grace this Earth. She is like a modern day Nefertiti. The fact that she has tremendous talent and style in addition to that breathtaking beauty makes her one of the most captivating musical stars we've ever had in the U.S. For awhile I thought she had a chance to give Madonna a run for her money, but the quality of her albums started to slip after the first two and she was unable to regain the necessary momentum to reclaim her prominence.. Regardless, she will always be a favorite of mine, and I have to say, when people are unaware of her it drives me nuts!
You’re wrong about her albums slipping though, lol…. she made consistently good music. The “machine” changed directions… that’s what happened.
Beyonce should collab with her and Janet that would be the sh*t (seeing as shes walking in thier footsteps.
@@jamoky I get it! LOL
Agree in 2022
Her music quality did not slip, she made several great records after her first two. I think hers sales dipped partly because she was growing as a person and artist and her music became more mature and not all dance pop RnB. Her Affairs of the Heart album is her best work (in my opinion) with excellent dance, mid tempos and ballads with adult/real life themes and she sounds amazing. Sometimes music fans put artists in a box and don't or can't embrace their growth. It has happened to many singers.
I still LOVE ALL of Jody's hits from the late 80's. They still JAM in 2019!!
YAAAAAAASSSSSS
23
Wow, what ever happened to these beautiful old school ladies that had class and weren't full of trash. I miss old videos like this. Today's videos show lots of nasty fake trash with no clothes on. This is what I call classic and best .
I so agree
Beautiful Is My Name nice to know there are guys who can discern between classy and trashy
Jody still tours and records
Just read your comment to my hubby, in his words"you Damn right",
Thats how you do it! Been sexy and classy! Diva!
Jody's music brings back so many great memories.. dancing the night away...
jody whatley looking for a new love
Pllllem5
This brings me back to summer of 1989 last year in college. Driving late at night withbthe windows open listeningto her cassette tape.
I love her voice and she was one of the great 80s icons
NOW THIS IS MUSIC AT IT'S BEST
Omg bring it back❤❤❤
I can't believe this song doesn't have 100 million views!!!! This girl rocks!!!
X 20
Loved this song with a passion, Jody Watley was on top of her game!
I still love Jody, I remember being in high school listening to her. She was so funky yet very classy, I remember I wanted to copy everything she wore.
I remember someone saying that Jody just made up her dance steps while filming her videos. Nothing was choreographed. That's the coolest thing.
@honeegrrl, me too! We used to do drill team dances off her music.
DEFINITELY ONE OF THE BEST ARTISTS FROM THE 80s TOTALLY MY FAV
me and girlfriend use to eat her style up biker shorts bra tops and leather jackets and patent leather shoes . ... we were the first girls in my neighborhood to start getting long weaves because we wanted to look like Jody. oh the 80's! the fashion the hair the music! Epic and classy! #TeamJody4life
I sported alot of Ms. Watley's clothes back then including all clothes in her music videos.. had the long hair for it. I found her fashion to be fly and I went through alot of fashion and hair things back in the day but Jody was the best ♥️
I would've dated you.
Weave and especially long weave was hard to find and expensive back then
@@ertfgghhhh or try growing hair long?
@@deedee5631 or maybe u should get a clue
Man Jody had the most beautiful eyes in the game. I remember seeing this video Wiesbaden Air base Germany.Her and Andre an inspiration for style and fashion.
DAMNNNNNN Jody, you are some kind of performer! Loved you since the 80's and still do to this day. You go girl.
Jody was and is the perfect combination of voice musicality , beauty and fashion.
The beginning of this song is especially badass!
Jody, style miles ahead of the rest during her day. This chic was on another level with her wardrobe choices. I always loved the way she danced, moved, and worked the camera in videos. A good dancer always shines, even 26 years on from the release of this video.
You and me both! Her style works for today even. Loved her big hoop earrings.
I agree! She was ahead of her time stylistically. She was also very sexy without acting like a vulgar floosy
+wildfireflower agree!!
she's such a pleasure to look at, she draws me into her world like a strong magnet, and boy what a nice world to be in.
At her peak she was iconic. Imagine Jody Watley performing at your high school graduation in 1987.
Time simply changes everything.. She shined bright like a diamond then.. Although many of us wish time could stand still sometimes, unfortunately it doesn't... Things change, music has definitely changed..Tnx JW for your contribution
Man I miss my teenage years with music like this.I had this album.
She paved the way for Janet, Brittany, Rihanna and all of the modern pop divas. Love her voice, and style. Taylor Dayne was great too!
Wasn't Control by Janet out in 1986.
@@EricZ1982 Yep. However don't forget Jody was part of the group Shalamar, circa early 80's. However she didn't pave the way for Janet.
Jody kicks ass. I love her
You no it, Babygirl.
Solange reminds me so much of her...they could literally be mother n daughter 😭
That first aaaaaaaaaahhhh takes you right back to the late 80´s dammm the nostalgia 16 and didn't no i had not a care in the world. I like it hear think ill stay!!!!
@@mlloyal7364 🙂
Now remember black folks we went from this to Megan thee Stallion...yeah let that sink in for a bit.
👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾💔
Ok Grandpa
Black folks ?) im white and love this
My first celebrity crush!!! Love me some Ms. Watley...she made me appreciate all the beautiful ladies like Janet Jackson, Whitney Houston, Karyn White, Vanessa Williams, En Vogue, Toni Braxton, etc.
You have excellent taste in music.
Everyone you mentioned is a QUEEN......I loved them ALL
wow best intro to an 80s song ever!!! its just so amazing, and then it just gets better the more you listen
Yeah, that Chanel belt WAS pretty cool! I loved her coat with her face on it, it was so awesome. I miss her and her awesome music!
Love this song one of my all time favorites by Jody.. Omg how i miss the 80's they where the best.. the fashion the music the tv shows just everything..
I'm a HARD ROCKING and HEAD BANGING METALHEAD from the 1980's. Although my favorite genre is HARD ROCK/HEAVY METAL, I have to admit other genres back in the 1980's had great music as well.
She is amazing! Always remember how beautiful she was and still is today!
White boy at UK secondary school.. Jody Watley was my crush. Enjoyed all her tracks so much.
Jody watley pop 80s icon grew up with her music 🎶 80s best decade of music 🎶❤ x thanks for memories jody watley! I still play all her songs today 2023 never goes away 😂 yeah 👍🏼❤
This was a jam
Loved her style, and that beautiful voice! A true legend in her own time!
Still want them earrings, shit honestly I still love this look!!! 💅 💅
Andre Cymone (close friend and former bassist for Prince 1977-1980) produced her songs in those days, he was also married to her, he is the guy in the video, they both made a good team during that time. awesome song!
I don't think they were married. I could be wrong but I know they have a child together.
@@thevizkid they were married
Andre "Dance Electric" Cymone.
Wow Jody did her thing back then. She was a style icon! That girl was bad!
purchased the cd 1987 before a road trip from st louis to philadelphia. set the cd up on repeat. good god is all I can say. we love you ms. watley
It's REALLY amazing how GREAT yesterday's talent - such as Jody here - is SOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO much more talented and how yesterday's stuff is SOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO much better than today's SHIT!!!
Mike Bolton Thanks Mike, you RULE!!!
***** Thanks man!
***** Thanks!
+thespanish21god what you said .....yass hunty yass
Mike Bolton real style back than
JODY WATLEY IS STILL A FLAWLESS BEAUTY!
The awesome intro easily makes this my favorite Jody Watley song (and one of my all-time faves). It's simply a classic.
The girl has so much talent. I remember her on Soul Train.
This woman is BREATHTAKING!!!!
After all these years Jody Watley's music is still the shit!!!!!!
Jodi Watley was one of my childhood faves. The voice that sounded like Motown, the cutting funky 80s bop, the punky city style. I miss this moment. Wish I could've lived through it as an adult.
My 👻 is some kind of lovely love!! Js he’s one ☝️ of a kind, thanks to him I know there’s some gr8 peeps out there 💯 💯 💯
I will be 50 next month and I will always love 80s precious like this. Nothing today can even compare to the classiest talent like this music
I love love how she dances i miss artists just dancing without the 20 background dancers and the 17 choreographers involved in one performance
I had the CD and cassette!!! Loved it then and still love it!! Jody was the bomb!! I loved her style!! Brings back memories!!
Really appreciate Jody. When u think of it shes the OG in fashion world. Her style was classic Mod Sexy beautiful the original Around the Wayy Girll. Celebrate this gorgeous creature
This is my favorite Jody song too even though it wasn't as popular. But I had forgotten how much I was into her music! This is awesome!
Epic video. Eighties defined.
Love the 1980s music . Some of the best music to ever come out .
Jodys concerts are even better now.
Hey look kids! Actual instruments being played! Go figure!
your a bitch
+Joseph Hernandez
First off, it's "you're".
Secondly, does the truth hurt?
LOLOLOL!!!!
Omg stop comparing
LOL!!!
I just binged watched all her songs. She really was the shit. Miss that time.
I'm 39 and I remember everything about shalamar and jody I remember her on soul train
In 1987 I was 14 years old looking at MTV... Parents are gone.. This song comes Howudoing......Good Times
This is one of my favorite video from her!!!! Love this song...memories
qedfjkcmy
This song is amazing, and beautiful... Jody dance sooo sweet and lovely. I enjoyed everything about this video...The 80s was the best with the great music, the dance, the style, etc!
I haven't heard this song in a minute. She simply owned this first album and her fashion sense was fierce!!! I am 51 and still enjoy and often wear my big hoop earrings, plus that black cat liner look - remember copying that look as well. Andre Cymone is simply YUMMY!! I still recall him having a minor hit back in 82 -83 with a song called "Kelly's Eyes".
The 80s had excellent music and videos.
I love her music been dancing this song this morning bringing me back to early 1980s. She is the queen.
It was late 80s. This song came out 87 or 88
I miss pure real talent like this!
Love Jody. She was some kind of beautiful :) , with an amazing voice !!
I would have loved a super bowl halftime show with Jody Watley & Janet Jackson, bet the Stadium 🏟️ would be rockin'& Crazy 🎉❤!
Jody is a classy lady with a good heart and soul!! Thanks for your amazing music!! Dancing in the clubs in the 80s dressing like Jody was the best memories ever!! Miss those nights!! 💋❤️🥂❤️❤️💋💋
Jody gives great interview. She is naturally charismatic
So true brother. I really missed the 80s too
... Wow... what a terrific beauty and voice. I adore Jody forever. Thomas from Germany🇩🇪❤️🌹
Jody Watley! What can I say Lady? I can say three words that fit your attitude, personality and professional career: SIMPLY THE BEST!!!!
From the time I watched you as a dancer with your partner Jeffery Daniel on Soul Train back in the 1970's to the time you spent as a superstar performing with Shalamar to the time you became a super-duper star when you branched out and showed you had what it took to go solo, you have done it better than all the rest that came before and after you.
Keep on shining Jody!!!! You have fans out here that will always love you and have the utmost respect for what you've contributed to top-notch Entertainment!
This is a GREAT music video. Not just because of the great artist and song, but the video itself is EXTREMELY well done. The camera angles, the editing, the wardrobes, the set design - very classy. Amazing!
6th grade dancing to this in my bedroon b4 school -- heavy eyeliner and cha cha hair-- old school days the best 🎤🎶🎤🎼🎼🎶🎵🎵🎶
Classy and clothed-unlike today.
The opening still gives me chills .. that voice!!
Jodie,Sade,Pebbles, Lisa Lisa...etc...the best....
True. And Karen White, Sheila E, Chanté... Those amazing, talented, beautiful African-American women were a huge part of the 1980's. Glad I was there for it.
Throw in Paula Abdul as well.
Vanity
Yesssssssss 💃🏽🎶💯❤️❤️❤️I was 6 years old when this came out she reminded me of my big cousin Pat 💃🏽❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
I STILL want that jacket! Guess I'll have to make my own
Jim Jones No you don't. Everyrhing old is new again.
Lol