@@JayH-tz4ip Indeed. I started to put that, and then I thought, there are more ways to get AIDS than sex. Back then you could get it from tainted blood transfusions
@@JayH-tz4ipNo, it isn’t ironic. This song simply says being naked, or having sex, isn’t a requirement for a good time- a POWERFUL message as HIV & AIDS were destroying communities. For all you know, he could have been HIV positive prior to recording this song & decided to send a good message🤷🏾♂️
Came here to say the same thing. A lot of artists in the 80's wrote songs about how AIDS was so bad and they were touting celibacy for people to stay alive.
As a British 43 year old who grew up in the 80s, I loved the fact that we got to hear such great music from so many various genre's of music from both the UK and the US.
That would make you only 6 when this came out :P , I think you probably have more an affinity for 90's music no? Seems most kinda remember fondly their teenage years when music was such a big deal.
And they have to watch the video with it too!!! That video is so 1980s, your hair will perm automatically just watching it! Seriously, though . . . it's a great song and a great video. I've suggested it a few times to them. I'm sure they'll get to it one day.
THE JETS had 3 top five hits and 5 top ten hits! I think little Monoa was 14 years old when they had their first hits!!! …or was it 13? She had an incredibly powerful voice! They are Tongan Americans (the Pacific Island Nation of Tonga) from Minneapolis.
@@bigsteve9279 They were a great Family Band, like Jackson 5 and The Osmonds. "Make It Real" and "You Got It All" would be great for Amber. Jay would surely enjoy "Rocket 2U".
I know Jermaine did a lot of backing vocals for Boy George and Culture Club around 1984/1985. I can clearly hear his voice in some of the old Culture Club 80s classics.
Jermaine Stewart started out as a Soul Train dancer and was in the running to be a part of the Soul Train-inspired vocal group, Shalamar. He later met Mikey Craig of Culture CLub and sang backup with them on their major hit, "Miss Me Blind". "We Don't Have to Take Our Clothes Off" song came out a couple of years later in the mid-1980s as AIDS was making everybody (understandably) paranoid about sex. The message definitely resonated, because the casual sex of the early 80s club scene was suddenly a terrifying prospect. In a cruel twist of irony, he lost his own life to complications from AIDS in 1997. "...Clothes Off" (US#5) was his only major US Hot100 hit, though "Jody" and "Say It Again" found success on the R&B and Dance charts.
@anthonyv1719 They reacted to "Wishing Well" a year ago, but definitely need to listen to more. I watched the video to "Sign Your Name" last week. I love the song and video.
This was a huge huge hit when it came out. Also, fun fact he used to dance on soul train. There's a clip of him going down the soul train line with one of the regulars. Her name is Sharon Hill he had on blue jean pants. I believe a blue shirt and a very big afro May Jermaine Stewart Rest in Peace 🙏🏾🙏🏾
Sad commentary on his life - unmarked tombstone - died of AIDS, family and friends rejected him - and people made fun of him all the time. Yet, at all the school dances this song got people to their feet. Even being a one hit wonder - still takes a lot of talent. Still a great song.
Made fun of him for what?? People can be cruel at times. I will remember his hit forever, it always makes me smile. A feel good song. Thank you Jermaine x
@@NessieT The early days of the AIDS epidemic really brought out the worst cruelty within certain political factions...around the world. I have friends who survived but lost so many of their peers. I lost a teacher who was pivotal in my college career. The hatred these people were assaulted with was shameful. I'd hoped we'd never see that kind of treatment again yet, sadly here we are.
This was another club favorite, we danced to an extended version, lasted about 7 minutes. We had a routine and everything. Another club favorite was "Just Got Paid," by Johnny Kemp.🎉🎉🎉❤❤
One of favorite dance songs! Jermaine Stewart was a doll! He also sang back up on a few Culture Club songs. He started out as a dancer on Soul Train with Jody Watley.
I always loved this song even in High School because it had good morals and it was catchy, great vocals, great dancing and their clothes were cool! It’s a great song then and now!!!❤
Awww Jeramine was amazing, what a beautiful soul, just brilliant. So talented, such a loss. I remember blushing every time in came on the radio in the car with my folks!
I remember when this song first came out, I always ignored it because I thought the title was very stupid. But when you think about it, it's a very positive message. Get to know each other as human beings first and don't ruin the relationship before it begins. That's what I take from it.
@RemnantFortyThree God is always right, and believe me, I've certainly learned from my own mistakes. If you jump in bed with someone because of the heat of the moment, you may have ruined your chances at any kind of real love.
WOW! I haven't heard THIS in forever! The mid eighties were the days of the greatest dance music ever! You played this in a dance club, and EVERYBODY was out there jamming to this!
I didn’t know we’d lost him, he left a memorable legacy in his incredible music. May you RIP Jermaine. Another incredible talent taken from us too early 😔
Headbangers, punks, dweebs, alt kids, rappers, didn't matter, back in the day EVERYONE loved this song. It was fun, different & took some pressure off of the night. Dance-floor filler, for sure. ❤️
Man, this is a blast from the past. I remember this getting heavy rotation on MTV back then. It's so surreal to watch someone so full of life and joy with the knowledge that they're no longer with us. RIP Jermaine, you weren't with us long, but you brought joy when you were here. 🌹 Oh and this is further proof that in the 80s we could give practically any subject a fun and dancey beat. 😆
This song has been redone by various artists, even some who've slowed the beat where you REALLY get the lyrics. Glad you two got to sample the original. RIP, Jermaine.
This was the jam!! Friday night getting ready for the club. Getting our make-up on, hair done & our outfit together!! Singing & dancing to this song!! Man good times. Yes RIP Jermaine
This was a big dance hit in the 80’s. I’ve suggested this group before but I need to do it again. The Jets “Crush on You,” is an awesome dance song also. This band was brothers and sister from Tonga by way of Minneapolis. 17 total children in the family but the group was usually about 8 or 9. And they were all under 22 when this song came out. What talent! You could do this on Female Friday as the 2 main singers were 12 & 13 year old girls with women’s voices.
I’m sure they’ll react to The Jets at some point. And 1 important facet of their lives that wasn’t often mentioned was that they are Mormon. Nothing wrong with that! Just sharing to show respect to the LDS aspect of their lives. ✌🏽
43 year old white boy here, been rocking to this song since its release! Had no clue what I was singing back in the day but daaaang, what a sound and groove to dance to ! ! !
Far from a one hit wonder. He's known for Say it again and Get Lucky from his Third CD as well. While the US was his home country he was bigger in Europe and the record label only released his fourth album over there.
Awesome you finally played the request! What can I say about Mr. Jermaine Stewart... he could sing dance was like a combo of Michael Jackson Prince and James Brown in one body. I love this song and they played it so much on the radio. It was played at the school dance, and my prom it was amazing. Found out later so sad that he succumbed to AIDS. What an amazing talent.
Jermaine was one of the nicest guys you could ever meet. We grew up with him here in Columbus Ohio before his career took off. He was a little older and hung out with my cousins. Shalimar was out of Dayton so we got to see them a lot as well as Rodger Troutman, and George Clinton who was out of Cincinnati. My mother worked at George Clinton's Beauty Salon when she was younger. Ohio has a very rich musical history.
Loved this song back in mid 80s! Jermaine Stewart was a former Soul Train dancer and was backup for group Shalamar which also featured 2 former ST dancers, Jody Watley and Jeff Daniel. Howard Hewitt was also in the group who had hits like 'Stay' and 'Show Men. Saw them in concert in the early 80s!
The great thing about this song is it got everybody moving young and old parents loved it because of the positive message and the beat got the younger crowd into it. On your reaction to the title reminded me of my Aunt who had the lyrics messed up and would sing, "We just have to take our clothes off" lol! Another Stewart track to check out is, "The Word is Out" His first major hit, "Say it Again", "Frantic Romantic" oh and he had one of the best perms in the business too! 😂
I'm glad you mentioned his other hits that were considered Club Hits. I'm reading comments saying he was a one hit wonder. These are obviously not Club goers of the day. Thanks again! 😁👍
Songs like this from the '80s when I was the age of going out clubbing will always hold a special place in my heart. Thanks for showcasing it. Have a great rest of your day!
Our parents didn't have to push this one on us. It was on EVERY radio station as soon as you turned the dial. It was a HUGE hit. Also, Jermaine made this song in response to so many of his contemporaries dying of AIDS. Sadly, he couldn't escape the disease himself.
OMG, this song brought back so many memories.. The 80's was the time growing up and music is priceless... If I had a time machine, I'd go back to relive this amazing time.. 😎 BIG HIT!! Everybody love this song when it came out!!! Continue To Rest In Peace Jermaine. Your talent still lives on. 🙏 also check out: Johnny Kemp - "Just Got Paid"
A rare wholesome song from he hair band era. My first and favorite female horn player was Cynthia in the band Sly And The Family Stone who we lost 7yrs ago. It’s time to revisit SATFS and ANY of their songs from the Stand album. Stand, Everyday People, I Want To Take You Higher, You Can Make It If You Try, and one of my favorites, Sing A Simple Song.
Back then, there was this live music program on Dutch TV called "Los-Vast" (Loosened-tightened) where they'd have a day of music on live television in Rotterdam's football stadium. Jermaine Stewart was booked when this song was a hit. He came on and remarked, baffled, that he never performed for such a big crowd. He smashed it of course. But as for what this song is talking about, he sure didn't put his money where his mouth is. Because as the presenter of another Dutch chart show said "He tried hitting on me constantly."
Jamaine Stewart was extremely famous in Europe, where he lived for some years. He was best friends with Boy George and George Michael's, it was Boy Geogre who encouraged Jermaine to go solo
We didn't know how good we had it in the 80s!
Love this song! Sadly, Jermaine died of complications from AIDS.
Ironic, eh?
@@JayH-tz4ip Indeed. I started to put that, and then I thought, there are more ways to get AIDS than sex. Back then you could get it from tainted blood transfusions
@@JayH-tz4ipNo, it isn’t ironic. This song simply says being naked, or having sex, isn’t a requirement for a good time- a POWERFUL message as HIV & AIDS were destroying communities. For all you know, he could have been HIV positive prior to recording this song & decided to send a good message🤷🏾♂️
IKR!
Yes, and we just took it for granted that there would always be more great music, how wrong we were.
You guys would absolutely love "Don't Disturb this Groove and "You Are in My System" by The System. Both are great 80s hits.
I like The System and both of those songs. "Don't Disturb This Groove" is one of my ABSOLUTE favorites. "On a mountain 🗻 by a fountain." ⛲️ 💛
Oh yes don't disturb this groove
I can never get enough of "Don't disturb this groove"! 😍
Love this one!
100%
This was a big club hit that came out in the height of the AIDS epidemic. RIP Jermaine
He started as a Soul Train dancer
Rest In Power.
Yes, rest in paradise, Jermaine. And you, too, Freddie Mercury. 🙏🏼🌈
Came here to say the same thing. A lot of artists in the 80's wrote songs about how AIDS was so bad and they were touting celibacy for people to stay alive.
@gabrielmcdonnell8699 not happening. This is what happens with that filthy life style
One of the catchiest songs ever RIP JERMAINE..🙏
As a British 43 year old who grew up in the 80s, I loved the fact that we got to hear such great music from so many various genre's of music from both the UK and the US.
That would make you only 6 when this came out :P , I think you probably have more an affinity for 90's music no? Seems most kinda remember fondly their teenage years when music was such a big deal.
Seems like both countries tried to one up each other musically. Was a fun time!
We gotta do 80’s super family group, THE JETS ~ ‘Crush On You’… 1985
8 members, 5 brothers & 3 sisters.
They’re AMAZING!
And they have to watch the video with it too!!! That video is so 1980s, your hair will perm automatically just watching it! Seriously, though . . . it's a great song and a great video. I've suggested it a few times to them. I'm sure they'll get to it one day.
THE JETS had 3 top five hits and 5 top ten hits!
I think little Monoa was 14 years old when they had their first hits!!!
…or was it 13? She had an incredibly powerful voice!
They are Tongan Americans (the Pacific Island Nation of Tonga) from Minneapolis.
I hope they react to The Jets for sure.
You Got It All; Make It Real; Rocket 2 U; Private Number; Cross My Broken Heart
@@bigsteve9279 They were a great Family Band, like Jackson 5 and The Osmonds.
"Make It Real" and "You Got It All" would be great for Amber. Jay would surely enjoy "Rocket 2U".
I know Jermaine did a lot of backing vocals for Boy George and Culture Club around 1984/1985. I can clearly hear his voice in some of the old Culture Club 80s classics.
Jermaine Stewart started out as a Soul Train dancer and was in the running to be a part of the Soul Train-inspired vocal group, Shalamar. He later met Mikey Craig of Culture CLub and sang backup with them on their major hit, "Miss Me Blind". "We Don't Have to Take Our Clothes Off" song came out a couple of years later in the mid-1980s as AIDS was making everybody (understandably) paranoid about sex. The message definitely resonated, because the casual sex of the early 80s club scene was suddenly a terrifying prospect. In a cruel twist of irony, he lost his own life to complications from AIDS in 1997. "...Clothes Off" (US#5) was his only major US Hot100 hit, though "Jody" and "Say It Again" found success on the R&B and Dance charts.
I would suggest the ultimate talented black singer / dancer the iconic yet seldom mentioned in the 80's TERENCE TRENT DARBY.
@anthonyv1719
They reacted to "Wishing Well" a year ago, but definitely need to listen to more. I watched the video to "Sign Your Name" last week. I love the song and video.
good shit right there
Definitely.
Nothing better than the 80'S, music, movies.
This was a huge huge hit when it came out. Also, fun fact he used to dance on soul train. There's a clip of him going down the soul train line with one of the regulars. Her name is Sharon Hill he had on blue jean pants. I believe a blue shirt and a very big afro May Jermaine Stewart Rest in Peace 🙏🏾🙏🏾
Wow! You two are on a serious music journey finding this one. I haven’t heard this one in years.
Was commenting the very same 🌞
A banger from my 80s dancin' days! Glad you enjoyed it!
Keep Jermaine Stewart going! The Word Is Out, Dance Floor and Jody.
Keep the 80’s tunes coming! Watching you guys enjoy this era makes me smile, highlight of my day 😊
One of my favorite songs from the 80s!
Sad commentary on his life - unmarked tombstone - died of AIDS, family and friends rejected him - and people made fun of him all the time. Yet, at all the school dances this song got people to their feet. Even being a one hit wonder - still takes a lot of talent. Still a great song.
Made fun of him for what?? People can be cruel at times. I will remember his hit forever, it always makes me smile. A feel good song. Thank you Jermaine x
I remember that. It was so sad. Fast forward some 17 years later a fan paid for his gravestone marker. He now has one. May he rest in peace.
Didn’t know that about him… all I know is we loved his song and danced and partied all night!💕💕💕
@@NessieT- For being gay and fir having AIDS. People were HORRIBLY CRUEL to AIDS patients. People are cruel ... 😔
@@NessieT The early days of the AIDS epidemic really brought out the worst cruelty within certain political factions...around the world. I have friends who survived but lost so many of their peers. I lost a teacher who was pivotal in my college career. The hatred these people were assaulted with was shameful. I'd hoped we'd never see that kind of treatment again yet, sadly here we are.
This is still a party vibe song! Another classic 80s club banger is Ready For The World, “ Oh Sheila”. 😎
Great suggestion 💖
This was another club favorite, we danced to an extended version, lasted about 7 minutes. We had a routine and everything. Another club favorite was "Just Got Paid," by Johnny Kemp.🎉🎉🎉❤❤
One of favorite dance songs! Jermaine Stewart was a doll! He also sang back up on a few Culture Club songs. He started out as a dancer on Soul Train with Jody Watley.
I always forget about that! Love Culture Club and Jody
his song "Jody" is about Jody.
I always loved this song even in High School because it had good morals and it was catchy, great vocals, great dancing and their clothes were cool! It’s a great song then and now!!!❤
My favorite Jermaine Stewart song is The Word Is Out. He had an interesting career mixed in with many big names at the time. Great reaction! ✌️❤️
❤🔥🔥❤️
That’s the jam
Too!
the word is out def doesn’t get the recognition it deserves. for me it’s a better song.
@@iamc0ry I agree!
Awww Jeramine was amazing, what a beautiful soul, just brilliant. So talented, such a loss. I remember blushing every time in came on the radio in the car with my folks!
I remember when this song first came out, I always ignored it because I thought the title was very stupid. But when you think about it, it's a very positive message. Get to know each other as human beings first and don't ruin the relationship before it begins. That's what I take from it.
@RemnantFortyThree God is always right, and believe me, I've certainly learned from my own mistakes. If you jump in bed with someone because of the heat of the moment, you may have ruined your chances at any kind of real love.
Please listen to "Waiting for a Star to Fall" from BOY MEETS GIRL.
I'm so glad people noticing this song After years of years of being released It had a great message And he had a great voice
This is a song from the Super Producer.....Narada Michael Walden......performed by the Great/Late Jermaine Stewart...R.I.P.
WOW! I haven't heard THIS in forever! The mid eighties were the days of the greatest dance music ever! You played this in a dance club, and EVERYBODY was out there jamming to this!
This by far one of my favorite songs. Great voice. Gone too early. Very underrated in my opinion. May he RIP
I didn’t know we’d lost him, he left a memorable legacy in his incredible music. May you RIP Jermaine. Another incredible talent taken from us too early 😔
Headbangers, punks, dweebs, alt kids, rappers, didn't matter, back in the day EVERYONE loved this song. It was fun, different & took some pressure off of the night. Dance-floor filler, for sure. ❤️
I loved this talented young Man...Most people know him because of this song, but he has a lot of nice songs...R.I.P Jermaine Stewart.
He started on Soul Train and was friendly with Members of Shalimar.
Oh if they haven’t already they need to do some Shalamar
I love it when you really enjoy a music. I loved it when it was o up on the FM radio waves and in the dance clubs in Hawaii. Aloha!!!
🤙🏾
Jermaine Stewart's "The Word is out" was really cool song too.
Man, this is a blast from the past. I remember this getting heavy rotation on MTV back then. It's so surreal to watch someone so full of life and joy with the knowledge that they're no longer with us. RIP Jermaine, you weren't with us long, but you brought joy when you were here. 🌹 Oh and this is further proof that in the 80s we could give practically any subject a fun and dancey beat. 😆
A really good song by Jermaine Stewart..probably his best song.......
This song has been redone by various artists, even some who've slowed the beat where you REALLY get the lyrics. Glad you two got to sample the original. RIP, Jermaine.
Didn't expect videos today. I hope all is well. This 80's classic is phenomenal as was his entire album "Frantic Romantic."
Love this tune, memories of my clubbing days back in the 80s. RIP Jermaine
We had such happy feel good music in the 80's. I will forever miss that era!!!
This was the jam!! Friday night getting ready for the club. Getting our make-up on, hair done & our outfit together!! Singing & dancing to this song!! Man good times. Yes RIP Jermaine
Great song! Another hit he had was The Word Is Out!! RIP Jermaine
Love this song.
This was a big dance hit in the 80’s. I’ve suggested this group before but I need to do it again. The Jets “Crush on You,” is an awesome dance song also. This band was brothers and sister from Tonga by way of Minneapolis. 17 total children in the family but the group was usually about 8 or 9. And they were all under 22 when this song came out. What talent! You could do this on Female Friday as the 2 main singers were 12 & 13 year old girls with women’s voices.
Many of us have suggested The Jets.
I’m sure they’ll react to The Jets at some point. And 1 important facet of their lives that wasn’t often mentioned was that they are Mormon. Nothing wrong with that! Just sharing to show respect to the LDS aspect of their lives. ✌🏽
@@gabrielmcdonnell8699 They also sued each other because of bags management.
@@donuttech635 Yup, I watched their “Unsung” which laid everything out.
They're not "from Tonga by way of Minneapolis". They are from Minneapolis, period. Their parents were from Tonga.
I was privileged to grow up in the 80s 🎉
Always loved the name of this album,, "Frantic Romantic"
Thelma Houston: "Dont Leave Me This Way"-- a disco classic.
top notch disco
80's was the "party" era - just dancing the night away
This brings me right back to my clubbing days at University!! I loved Jermaine, what a voice!! Now listen to The Word is Out!
#RIPJERMAINESTEWART
THAT is my Jermaine Stewart JAM! 🖤
The word is out hits even harder.
This is one of the songs I put on regurarly at my local bar and everyone starts dancing to it! It's definitely a favourite!
Bringing me back to my teenage years during the 80's 🥰
43 year old white boy here, been rocking to this song since its release! Had no clue what I was singing back in the day but daaaang, what a sound and groove to dance to ! ! !
He was a one hit wonder. Great song. It did hit #5. on the Billboard charts. Unfortunately, Jermaine Stewart passed away in 1997!
Not quite a one hit wonder, at least not where I was back then. "The Word Is Out" was as big as this one!
@@carltonbakerii8274 Jody is a good sone too (about Jody Watley).
@@carltonbakerii8274 Sorry, I never heard of that song before. My appologies!
@@carltonbakerii8274 "The Word is Out", was a bigger hit on the R&B charts, but this song was his breakout pop hit.
Far from a one hit wonder. He's known for Say it again and Get Lucky from his Third CD as well. While the US was his home country he was bigger in Europe and the record label only released his fourth album over there.
Jermaine Stewart “ Say It Again”. This song has been stuck in my head. You will love it. Total 80’s.
Love, Love , Love This Song.. Such a HAPPY vIBE
Awesome you finally played the request! What can I say about Mr. Jermaine Stewart... he could sing dance was like a combo of Michael Jackson Prince and James Brown in one body. I love this song and they played it so much on the radio. It was played at the school dance, and my prom it was amazing. Found out later so sad that he succumbed to AIDS. What an amazing talent.
Jermain Stewart: The Word Is Out! that song kicks.
Man one of my favorite '80s artist. Rest in peace... You guys have to do his biggest hit... The word is out...
Jermaine was one of the nicest guys you could ever meet. We grew up with him here in Columbus Ohio before his career took off. He was a little older and hung out with my cousins. Shalimar was out of Dayton so we got to see them a lot as well as Rodger Troutman, and George Clinton who was out of Cincinnati. My mother worked at George Clinton's Beauty Salon when she was younger. Ohio has a very rich musical history.
Loved this song back in mid 80s! Jermaine Stewart was a former Soul Train dancer and was backup for group Shalamar which also featured 2 former ST dancers, Jody Watley and Jeff Daniel. Howard Hewitt was also in the group who had hits like 'Stay' and 'Show Men. Saw them in concert in the early 80s!
The great thing about this song is it got everybody moving young and old parents loved it because of the positive message and the beat got the younger crowd into it. On your reaction to the title reminded me of my Aunt who had the lyrics messed up and would sing, "We just have to take our clothes off" lol! Another Stewart track to check out is, "The Word is Out" His first major hit, "Say it Again", "Frantic Romantic" oh and he had one of the best perms in the business too! 😂
I'm glad you mentioned his other hits that were considered Club Hits. I'm reading comments saying he was a one hit wonder. These are obviously not Club goers of the day. Thanks again! 😁👍
This was a big big favorite in high school…we used to dance and drink wine while listening to it 😅
Hit the dance floor back in the 80's every time this song came up. Loved the 80's!
Also notable from him are "Dancin' in the Sheets" from the movie "Footloose," and "Hot and Cold" from "Weekend sat Bernie's"
This song along with Johnny Kemp's "Just Got Paid" were hits were party songs.
Wow the memories this song brings back! The 80s rocked! Plain and simple!
Another great song from the 80s. The best decade in music history. 😉
Love this song, a classic bop 💃
R.i.p jermaine one of my all time favourite singers and songs ❤️
This song reminds me of Lisa Lisa and Cult Jam, Lost In Emotion. Lots of great dance tunes around this time. Poppy, fun, and great to dance to.
One of my favorite song ever!!! Such and amazing talent… sad he died so young
Another banger from the 80's is D-Train "You're The One For Me" had that funky 8o's bass style that you both love so much. Definitely a party starter.
One of my favorite songs ever, thanks for choosing it! U guys r awesome!!
R.I.P Jermaine Baby!!!!
He was a backup singer on Culture Club's "Miss Me Blind"
This song always filled the dance floor! One of my favorites. I wish it got more attention.
I had never seen the video.
Huge hit back in the day. Love it.
OMG!! YES!! This song was everything that one summer.....
Jermaine Stewart is 80s fun!listen to the word is out and everybody want Jodi.
If you want a HUGE dance party song from the 80s, Timbuk 3- The future's so bright I gotta wear shades is a MUST!!
Loved that song. Reminds me of high school. RIP Jermaine Stewart.
I remember this track so well . Brings back memories of the school disco when thiswas first released . Seemed like it was in the charts for months
Great choice, you guys are just on fire today! Another great tune from this era is "Oh Sheila," by Ready For The World.
Rest in paradise, Jermaine Stewart. And Freddie Mercury. 🙏🏼🌈
Songs like this from the '80s when I was the age of going out clubbing will always hold a special place in my heart. Thanks for showcasing it. Have a great rest of your day!
I LOVED this one when I was just a lil gal ❤
R.I.P. Jermaine Stewart, such a great song 🙏🏼🎵
Rest Peacefully Jermaine. I Remember Dancing To This Song In Jazz Dance Class. Awesome Song.
I remember being a kid and we played this when it came out on a boombox in the garden, it was just a fun summer hit here.
Another guy similar to Jermaine is Sylvester (You Make Me Feel Mighty Real). He back up singers were the Weather Girls.
Our parents didn't have to push this one on us. It was on EVERY radio station as soon as you turned the dial. It was a HUGE hit. Also, Jermaine made this song in response to so many of his contemporaries dying of AIDS. Sadly, he couldn't escape the disease himself.
I ABSOLUTELY LOVE THIS SONG!!!!
His follow up to this song, "Jody" was about Jody Watley and was a minor hit. Great song!
Robsquad needs to do more Jody Watley!!
Big dance hit back in the 80s. Brings back so many great memories. ❤
OMG, this song brought back so many memories.. The 80's was the time growing up and music is priceless... If I had a time machine, I'd go back to relive this amazing time.. 😎 BIG HIT!! Everybody love this song when it came out!!! Continue To Rest In Peace Jermaine. Your talent still lives on. 🙏 also check out: Johnny Kemp - "Just Got Paid"
Another skating rink memory ❤
A rare wholesome song from he hair band era.
My first and favorite female horn player was Cynthia in the band Sly And The Family Stone who we lost 7yrs ago. It’s time to revisit SATFS and ANY of their songs from the Stand album. Stand, Everyday People, I Want To Take You Higher, You Can Make It If You Try, and one of my favorites, Sing A Simple Song.
For obvious reasons, this was one of those songs of the era that parents were very appreciative of. Janet Jackson's "Let's Wait Awhile" was another.
Back then, there was this live music program on Dutch TV called "Los-Vast" (Loosened-tightened) where they'd have a day of music on live television in Rotterdam's football stadium. Jermaine Stewart was booked when this song was a hit. He came on and remarked, baffled, that he never performed for such a big crowd. He smashed it of course.
But as for what this song is talking about, he sure didn't put his money where his mouth is. Because as the presenter of another Dutch chart show said "He tried hitting on me constantly."
Love this song and RIP Jermaine the rest has already been said in the comments.
Jamaine Stewart was extremely famous in Europe, where he lived for some years. He was best friends with Boy George and George Michael's, it was Boy Geogre who encouraged Jermaine to go solo