Brenda Holloway "When I'm Gone" My Extended Version!

[@julianfranklin8211]

Brenda Brenda Brenda boy do we miss this so much completely different music your hair style and grades it's none of that going on today with the young ladies but you exhibit all the qualities that a lady possesses

[@milanfernandez1667]

,the prettiest woman to grace the stage for Motown records..

[@louiecolon9494]

Back in the 60" they had the best music ever.

[@josephhorvat9805]

Brenda ……. Bam what a beauty …… and then she unleashed that Golden voice. Classic

[@lovelygivan5533]

This song use to make me cry when I was a kid. Still does, don't ask why? 😂😂😂😂

[@chrispearce2220]

Very unrated soul singer pure soul heaven

[@lindahines8287]

I love this song. Smokey was the writer.quality work.

[@Wolfsky9]

Oh Brenda, I had such a crush on you, & I will forever, love this song. Early '65, I was 18 y/o, & just knew I'd always be young, handsome, lean & mean, with more energy than I could ever imagine. What a time it was ! Wolfsky9, 67 y/o

[@onethingaboutit7061]

A beautiful stunning, easy on the eyes queen.

[@louiecolon9494]

Damn, this girl could sing.it just take me back to my Junior High School day .still listening July 2020. 50 +yrs. later

[@rozziec.3197]

She could have replaced Diana Ross in the supremes Omg what a voice

[@louisgonzalez8846]

Totally agree with your comment. She would hv made D.R. sound like a neophyte.!!!

[@tramp2827]

Would never happen. Diand would sleep with a pig which made Gordy happy. Brenda had too much class for that so Gordy wouldn't have made that happen.

[@rmick66]

Brenda Holloway and the Andantes were some of the absolute finest singers.

[@dennisparks8784]

Brenda Holloway and Brenda Payton (of the Tabulations), 2 of my favorite Brenda's!!! Both are Classy Ladies!!!

[@louiecolon9494]

Beautiful, this is what we call music back in my days. local girl from Watts, Los Angeles

[@charliejacobs8762]

Amen, east coast hillbilly here had a little transistor radio and burned through many batteries listening to this beautiful music in a time that spoke to your heart. Bravo

[@louvaindemps1068]

Loved this session with Brenda...the Andantes !!!!

[@1JUSTGOTLUCKY1]

I can't stop playing this video!! Brenda Holloway is not only beautiful, but she can sing like an angel. I can't understand why Motown didn't give her a better chance.

[@kenmillwall1885]

She wasn't humping the boss like Diana Ross so didn't get the breaks. There were so many better singers than Ross.

[@marcomustang876]

Because Barry Gordy was to busy running after Diana Ross , giving her all the attention / songs / gigs / money / shows etc...

[@dontmesswitbill9161]

@@marcomustang876 Actually Berry did want her. The problem was Brenda didn't want to play the games. She was deemed by the staff at Motown as a trouble maker. the same that was given to Florence. What is on record is she left be she wanted to stay in LA

[@rodneyzentz1266]

😂😂😂there were other talented lady vocalists at Motown as well. I can think of a reason...2 letters: D. R., guess who? Check out Mary Wells' version.

[@njoylifeFun]

Berry was full of himself. She is a SUPER STAR with cross over talent.

[@terrytyler3139]

🎻 drums Background singers Perfect ingredients to a song

[@604bushbuildingmanager8]

One of my favorite of all of the wonderful Motown hits. It's a sexy song & Brenda Holloway has a great silky voice.

[@baxterjones2021]

Yes she Did!!!!

[@willworkforwages]

She was fabulous but didn't get the attention she deserved. Brenda Holloway is as beautiful as she sounds. Bravo to her and Robinson for a memorable song.

[@williambaker194]

willworkforwages BRENDA. ONE BEAUTIFUL LADY STILL. MARRIE ME BABY.

[@metrogoldwyn]

that's true,she was better looking and could sing the balls of Diana Ross any day?So what happened?

[@philipcollins408]

I have heard from others in the know Mr. Gordy felt her to be a bit headstrong for a young lady; she wanted to do her own thing and for that she was cut out of the Motown family. She had the looks, the writng ability, stage presence, all of it.Had she the patience and a little more time she would have been their number one attraction!

[@devinrivers5808]

metrogoldwyn ..you took the words right out of my mouth👍🏿

[@annmarieclarke9107]

@@philipcollins408 I heard that she wouldnt "let off".

[@valeriejohnson4204]

Who's listening to bring the Holloway in 2022 besides me?

[@paulanthonygarcia]

BEAUTIFUL EXTENDED VERSION!!!! 2024 STILL BUMPZ BRENDA!!!!

[@tyroneepps3018]

Brenda Holloway 4-ever !

[@jarrettefellowsjr.5160]

Gorgeous voice, gorgeous woman. That final picture mesmerizes.

[@jamesezold2189]

This song brings back so many memories good and bad, my bad. Have missed Susan for so many years.

[@rollerchickable]

I Love This Song And Your Extended Version Thank You For Sharing.

[@adrianrojas6100]

Nice Song.

[@musicrocksoffical]

❤❤❤Brenda❤❤❤ I just love this one.

[@josephharris6062]

Great, Great, and more Great original RB, Nothing today can compare with the music and Great artist of the Great sixties, i miss it all.

[@gf19641949]

I love the way this mix builds, just beautiful. The way the music swells at 2:20, the strings, the horns at 2:51, finger snaps at 3:01, the backup singers, then it quiets down to just Brenda , the piano and the girls. Brings tears to my eyes. I'm 65.

[@bvwhite1858]

@GFF, You go! We're 3 years apart--you're 3 years my senior. I concur with everything you've said. Peace. Enjoy! :)

[@chersch5]

G F F Hill If you ever go to Hitsville, ask the guide to take you upstairs to the echo chamber and snap your fingers and clap. It'll give you chills how precise the sound is and every time you hear it on a Motown song it'll make ya smile.

[@williambaker194]

G F F Hill RIGHT ON

[@iluvrachellef]

@@chersch5 WOW 👀

[@njoylifeFun]

And don’t forget the songwriting, Williams Smokey Robinson is a genius

[@darnellwebb1671]

what a lovely singer Brenda Holloway I saw her perform this song Live at the 5-4 ballroom on Central Avenue in Los Angeles California in the mid 60 thank you Brenda

[@marladell6091]

Lucky you!!!!!

[@waynefaust9607]

This is a wonderful time machine. She sang this on Shivaree back around '65-'66

[@speedoflite1]

One of the best song vocals and music arrangements ever! The Funk Bros. (James Jameson's bass line) Detroit Symphony Orchestra, The Andantes' angelic oohs & aahs. Totally great

[@ronb9191]

Nailed it

[@baxterjones2021]

So True!!!!

[@baxterjones2021]

So True!!!!

[@baxterjones2021]

So True!!!!!

[@Jocelyn_Jade]

You’re forgetting Brenda Holloway’s voice!!!

[@harryharding8026]

This woman was beautiful and didn't have to be half naked to look it.

[@onethingaboutit7061]

You are exactly right! Nudity isn't necessary to show beauty.

[@onethingaboutit7061]

@Linda Hines I agree 100%

[@torsowgc6014]

what is so wrong with nudity actually? but i agree, smokin lady and all yuu need to see is her face

[@torsowgc6014]

@Linda Hines really? the dick?

[@jerryj920]

June 21st: Happy birthday Soul Singer-songwriter Brenda Holloway; Rhythm & Blues Foundation Pioneer Award. Thank you and God bless. Thanks for the upload, mosogotam. Blessings....

[@mosogotam]

How VERY nice of you to say...thank you so much!

[@iluvrachellef]

This song has something very special and it makes this grown man teary eyed....it's those darn strings combined with the majesty of the production. No wonder why Motown is my favorite music ever.❤

[@mowestjohnquin9915]

Mine too!

[@iluvrachellef]

And of course the voices,how could I leave those out??? 🤦🏾‍♀️🤷🏾‍♂️

[@baxterjones2021]

Same Here!!!!

[@baxterjones2021]

This was a Great Song!!!!

[@sofumba]

No, my Brother! It is the amazing, talented, beautiful Brenda Holloway. Her voice is just pure ear candy... All I Do, Every Little Bit Hurts, You Make Me So Very Happy...

[@jeromecarswell2825]

Love those girls of the 1960's.

[@Wolfsky9]

It's been so long since I've heard this !! Wayyyy too long, I might add. ------ How I LOVED this song, & ohhh did I have THE biggest crush on this gorgeous, classy lady , & her mega-watt smile. -----I was 18 y/o, & all of life was ahead .-------------------------------WolfSky9, 72 y/o

[@janiepenalver9686]

Beautiful voice and a beautiful girl. Under rated. I just love this song.

[@katericox2345]

one in a lifetime......gift to the ears...

[@jamesedgay]

One of my favorite Motown Records. The arrangement, The Andantes, and Brenda

[@jjOnes10mine]

I've heard this song before, but I love it...

[@Wolfsky9]

Every time I watch & listen to this fantastic extended version, it's bittersweet. Where have the years gone?? I was 18 y/o in Spring of '65, & I had such a crush on this gorgeous, classy lady with the sweet voice & smile! Wolfsky9, 66 y/o

[@Gaeill]

This song went around to all the Motown Ladies. You can find Mary Wells, I think even Ross, but Brenda nails it. Used to listen to this onKATZ, 1600 St. Louis, MO

[@shirleyparhum2690]

Music pure and simple!

[@mosogotam]

Timothy...I'd definitely say the Andantes....because of their sound and that this recording was made in Detroit.

[@Greyareas27]

Another great song by Smokey. A shame that Brenda Holloway never had great success. She was beautiful and talented. Wound up suing Berry Gordy and Frank Wilson who cheated her out of song rights and royalties and it killed her career.

[@alexk2501]

Loved this song when I was 10 in Chicago and love this extended version EVEN BETTER!!!

[@nopain209]

I am enamored by Brenda Holloway!!!!!

[@iluvrachellef]

me too man and i never really knew what she looked like until a few years ago. I always was entranced by her 1st hit "Every Little...." but never saw her until she was older on the PBS special and i was like if she's that fine in her 60s then let me see her 50yrs ago....i was stunned and kinda mad that i was born in the 60s lol.

[@jarrettefellowsjr.5160]

iluvRF, LOL.

[@geronimorootman5117]

Sounds. Are here pure soul in both orchestra and Brenda's voice. Wall of sound you must jam loud. Mmmmmm

[@gf19641949]

These songs go right through me. These re-mixes avoid the 3 minute limit of 45rpm records. The musicians can clearly be heard and appreciated.

[@baxterjones2021]

So True!!!!

[@TheANDYURRY]

Is this the greatest song to come out of the Motown stable ?......NO, its the greatest song of All time , quite sublime ....!!!!!

[@jeffk2053]

very nice!

[@jerryferko8309]

so correct on the attention she surely earned and deserved , this song is another one of those hidden treasures out of Motown .

[@ryan9570]

BRAVO!!!! what a fantastic re-mix. I only wish you could hear this version on the radio as well as on KZbin. that's if there are any stations left that still play these kind of oldies.

[@mosogotam]

Ross...thanks so much~~~

[@marymarigliano932]

You go girl this was real music everything about this song is fantastic

[@nitedreamer23]

How is Brenda Holloway not a household name? Simply amazing. I was skeptical, but your extended version does this song justice.

[@cristophelenare1940]

Love it love it love it!

[@chrisgjohnson134]

SHE WAS AMAZING .....AND WHAT A VOICE ...

[@jeffreychandler8666]

Beautifully sang, and still fresh to the mind. A joyful, and different time of soulful musical expression that is lacking today. For all who remembered, Brenda showed us the depth, and creativity, and "Godly" talent of expression that bring joy to your heart.

[@phyllisthomas7215]

I love this extended version

[@frankgonzales7820]

Brenda Holloway... a Favorite Of Mine!!

[@robertminkler4696]

What a great song by one of Motown's talented, gorgeous artists. One of my favorites made even better.

[@paulcolucci.jcolucci2360]

17 years old she is wonderful,,, shit yeah yall

[@donbodell1791]

What a WONDERFUL an FUN version of this song! Fun and respectful of Brenda Holloway!

[@billjames6250]

Such and talented and beautiful woman. I have always loved this song. A great record to dance to.

[@mosogotam]

Wolfsky....thanks for those kind words. I know about having a Brenda crush......

[@tlover1062]

Every time I come here, this is the first thing I play...I love how you mixed this!!!! I love how you allow the instrumental fade out. FANTASTIC.......

[@dkevinwalker]

Marvelous!

[@mosogotam]

Reshea.....thanks so much! With this extension as all my others, the most important thing for me to do is, as you say...not get in the way. I appreciate it!

[@anitawatkins954]

I had the honor to see some of these groups last year. They still sound GREAT.

[@scottybroker]

BRILLIANT. THANKS!!

[@marknorthwest93]

Whoa............... what are we gonna do, when you decide not to weave your magic on these musical gems anymore? Very cool John!

[@jerryferko8309]

CLASSIC ! NUFF SAID !!

[@tlover1062]

I love this remix. I love what you've done to many of the Motown classics. I REALLY LOVE THIS ONE and the Marvelettes.

[@jmtrunner]

Great song! I remember hearing this on the radio when it was first released and thinking it would be a smash, but after that first time I never heard it again! (This was in Texas- not exactly Motown country) All these years it stayed in my head, though. Thank you for this version- it's beautiful!!

[@Greyareas27]

A song she and her sister wrote called, "You've Made Me So Very Happy" was covered by Blood Sweat & Tears and became a big hit. But Berry Gordy and producer Frank Wilson had made small changes to it and claimed writing credits, which Brenda had to sue for. That was the end of her relationship with Motown.

[@davidbecerra1219]

love this one too.

[@mosogotam]

+David Becerra .....Thanks so much, David!

[@vogboguv]

Great song from a beautiful singer. A fan from the beginning. This is just my opinion, Brenda Hollyway, and Tammi Terrell were the top female voices of Motown.

[@thebottle51]

Amen brucini33.!!! Another wonderful MOTOWN re-mix,by the MASTER. Brenda Never sounded better,and the visuals are just outstanding. Can't wait for your next posting. What a way to end a weekend!!!! joey/nyc

[@janvanassen7358]

Tanks for sharing this beautiful music

[@charleskesner1302]

One of the best!

[@mosogotam]

Thank you, Wolfsky! I appreciate it!

[@raylopez8499]

Great song brings back memories growing up I met Brenda hallway very nice lady

[@cassandrawelch7653]

My oldest brother loved this song rip Bro

[@louiecolon9494]

Beautiful music of the 60" noting but the best.

[@mosogotam]

Sheven718...thanks so much!! And thanks for sharing!

[@Fildazur]

Intemporel !

[@mowestjohn]

Brenda was one of the finest singers on Motown. She could sing ''The Phone-book'' and make it sound fantastic. I totally disagree with Jay Gee on this version, at least you've given the Detroit Symphony Orchestra, The Andantes and The Funk Brothers a bit of well deserved recognition. Thank you for this.

[@mosogotam]

Thanks so much, John!

[@geraldrembert8321]

I loved this song. And the extended version is great also.

[@geraldrembert8321]

Did you know that she was only 17 years old when she recorded this song.

[@iluvrachellef]

@@geraldrembert8321 18!!!!!!

[@MariaReyes-tw1hh]

Brenda , such a wonderful you sing this single. One of teh best of motown all over

[@pdxet2]

This song was SUPPOSED to be Mary Well's follow-up to "My Guy" but she left the label for 20th Century Fox after that mega-hit. I love Brenda's take on this.

[@rodneyzentz1266]

Ernie Tong...Mary recorded this song on "Vintage Stock" lp...it's good, but Brenda's shines

[@iluvrachellef]

@@rodneyzentz1266 Yes I just heard Mary's for the first time ever and it's almost equal but Brenda's vocals are a bit crisper and the production was just more amazing WOW.

[@baxterjones2021]

Me Too!!!!!

[@mosogotam]

Thank you so much!!!!

[@charlesdrake1993]

Motown had great groups & singers And I am "THE" biggest fan , but not enough Credit was given That great Band that played on every Recording and on every Artists at Motown They played 24/7 Down in that baserment called "Studio A" or "The Snakepit" affectionately with the BEST background vocals "THE ANDANTES" the amazing tracks on all those acts were great...For me that's what made the Motown sound. And that band was "THE FUNK BROTHERS".

[@mooseydeucy]

Pravda!! (Truth!!)

[@iluvrachellef]

Charles Drake Bruh,this song is soooooooooo amazing and mosogotam made it even better damn....how do you even make drums and strings sound that perfect????,add in The Andantes and it's just a phenomenon.

[@carenhollis3393]

You are. 100%% RIGHT !#!! I WOULD sit at my Record Player and drop 45s all day And Night with a note pad n Pencil writing. all the words of these songs!!!! WONDERFUL TIMES!!!!

[@janicestandley4657]

The funk brothers, Total respect and adulation from me, There wouldn’t have been Motown without those awesomely talented guys, Xxxxxxxxxxxxx

[@davidtaylor4151]

The so call funk br were the greatest musicians ever put in the same room and play they a lone made the motown sound and fuck everyone else they were robbed of there incredible talent they alone made motown

[@depo1770]

She's one Woman Berry Gordy couldn't seduce true and strong sister may YHWH Eloheem Bless her!!

[@lindahines9380]

there's a rumor he was with a 17 year old girl when he was married to whom ever😯

[@oddbod8655]

Wow this is a fantastic extended version. I can't get enough of this short song and this is the icing on the cake. Magnificent. Oh those soaring vocals off Brenda. What a voice. I love Motown. The best label ever.

[@geronimorootman5117]

Ok. Ok so we got one more. Human being to hear this gold in my ear,......now too sixtg jam in this whirl. Thank you Brenda h.

[@michaelhoppengallery11]

Yeah, nice job. First heard this amazingly sung by Carla Benson at the Standing in the Shadows Royal Festival Hall show, 2004. Bill boy could certainly write them.

[@Wolfsky9]

I know--yes, surely I do, that the 50's & 60's were NOT an " innocent time " : there was war, racism, the civil rights movement, asassinations, & more, but OMG, the music WAS wonderful, & looking back now, it WAS innocent, & I loved it so much. I didn't care about skin color, or last names, --what mattered was that the music cut through all of that, & when it was sweet & fine like this masterpiece from Smokey / Brenda & Motown, it was all that mattered. Really. Wolfsky9, 67 y/o

[@tomcody4926]

Thank you, this is Carol here. You got that right, Wolf. Tom was on the Enterprise, and I was in the States, and we were very soon to meet. Wolf, you've got the backdrop of the day as to the music. You are so right, and we were innocent and open to better days to come. Tom came home from the war, and...he had a long pony tail! Tom and Carol, first "date" on the city streets, a black guy with a 'fro, wearing a Dashiki raised the Fist to Tom, and Tom responded in kind. I figured Tom knew him and I asked, "Do you know that guy?" Tom said, "No, but black guys always give me the Fist, and I give it back to them." Communication! That was love! Where is the love today?

[@johnspencer772]

An Excellent-Excellent 're-do' of a song that I had thought was just too notoriously short!! The acoustic bass still sounds perfect for this song (given that electric present). Great extension of the orchestral portion. And, hearing the rim-shot on the snare twice!! Once at 2:46/2:47 -- then again at 3:34!!! I had always thought that that snap should have been played more than once. And, finally, that wonderful ending starting at 3:54!!! No words can express just how wonderful this sounded! Sorry about being over the top. Yes, Ms. Brenda is quite the sight to behold!! She was a very beautiful woman, indeed!! Many thanks, mosogotam!

[@philipcollins408]

100% concur! This is a.wonderful.treatment!

[@markrocovich2234]

this brought back memories of listening to WCHB in Detroit in the 1960's..My friends listened to WKNR and WXYZ, but i listened to the non-mainstream music out of Inkster...TYVM!!!

[@edwardwilliams2438]

Ah yes WCHB in Inkster..I also listened to the Canadian station CKLW out of Windsor. Those were the good old days..great music late at night. Being a teen all against and hormones. This was one of my favorites.

[@johnnieperkins7453]

What r u gonna do when I 'm gone, love this song!