Change - Paradise (extended version)

This was the 1st single taken from their 1981 album "Miracles", featuring lead vocals by Diva Gray. Here in a specially stretched version taken from the German 12" release which is slightly different from the US version. Enjoy!

[@derrickbillingsley7594]

The 80s had the best music of all times

[@patriciaalston1082]

Who is listening in 2024 I know I am play on. ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@THECROWNROYALSHollywoodFashion]

and on REPEAT

[@Kathdee251]

My favorite song by Change. The bass line and lyrics, I'm only 29 and enjoy this music from this era.

[@demetriushill9725]

Listen to all the change songs you will be impressed no doubt 👌 💯

[@liisu.]

I am a young teenager, almost in middle school and I love these songs too much.

[@deborahannterrell]

ive always loved this song b/c of bass line, lyrics and im an old school music lover, retired woman and frustrated musician and still i love dancing and singing this in the privacy of my home alone. Not this extended version but the shorter, radio version

[@jacknjill3000]

Glad you love this music from the last! But you missed a great decade and everyone was in party mode and moving the music.

[@user-du1yk7uk9v]

Check original disco culture on youtube and discover the incredible story of the creators of Change BBq and band high fashion and many other incredible disco-funk bands.

[@michaelivorysr.9868]

My absolute favorite song by Change. Love the opening bassline on this song. Love it. Timeless classic. Miss those days. Hard to believe it has been over 40 years since it was released. Unbelievable.

[@ash27slick74]

Yep. There is an extreme amount of musical talent displayed in this song. Song writing, the slapstick bass, vocals, and the final product. One of the most underrated songs of all time.

[@MV-zt6gb]

Wow 40 years!!

[@michaelivorysr.9868]

@@MV-zt6gb Yes...40 years. They started out in 1979-80 maybe a little earlier than that. Yes they've been around a while. Luther Vandross started out with them before went solo and the rest is history.

[@cacleary8077]

Favourite group

[@jessemathes5126]

Still new, just make it new again, if doubt comes.

[@terryjones9413]

Just found this song. Ain't heard this in almost 30 years! My mind is now flooded with so many memories of that time. Out playing with my friends on the block, warm summer Saturday, someone blasting their stereo speakers out the window, not a care in the world, none of today's mess going on....man, what I would give to go back in time to those days!!!!

[@jwstevens123]

Amen😊

[@carolynfox2969]

😊 I'll Say !😊

[@mauriceherrod4219]

You just described my whole childhood 🎯💥

[@michaelwest6727]

I STILL LIVE IN THOSE TIMES!! WITH MY BOOM BOXWALKING PAST YOUR WINDOW!

[@arlesterbrownlee3391]

Yeah! When children could play outside!!!

[@ronekundayo]

CHANGE was one of the most phenomenal and prolific groups of the 80s. It is regrettably understandable why some folks cannot appreciate their music let alone understand it. Their musically artistry is far ahead some people's musical taste. As a disc jockey back in the 80s, I had the amazing privilege of spinning all their records. "Paradise" will always remain a true classic for many years to come. Amazing vocal arrangement as always.

[@strictlynorton]

Spot on man!

[@supermario011266]

Amen!

[@donsolaris8477]

Totally agree, yes sir !!

[@tshan6520]

This track is still sick ..2020 and counting

[@antonigeli294]

(Post) Disco hatred compaign in early 80's

[@Decgyrrl]

I love this song. Besides me, who else is still playing this timeless song?🧡🎶

[@docdre1100]

I’m jamming it today driving down the e-way here in Detroit. This song takes me way back to the 80’s when times were good. Change was an awesome group and one of my all time favorites.

[@pamelareed9727]

Me!!!!🖐🖐🖐🖐🖐🖐

[@TonyTone1]

What a great feel good song by Change. Takes way way back to NYC to the 80’s.

[@mikemccoy9705]

I can recall roller skating (quads of course) in Central Park with hundreds of people and beat boxes tuned to WBLS. Ahh those were the days 👍🏽

[@margitouma6172]

WBLS NJ 1981😊😊

[@charlesonyango5608]

Takes me way back. Put on your headphones. Listen to the bass line. Dang!! Beautiful song. Completely underrated. Those who know, know!! Stay funky!!

[@Vejur9000]

Change’s Paradise, is a masterpiece. In pop music history, the opening of this song (featuring an augmented, brilliant slap bass guitar performance) is instantly recognizable . The lead vocalist, had the voice of an angel. You’ll wanna hear it, over and over again. One of the best songs of the 80’s. Unforgettable music. Awe inspiring, spiritual, magical, epic pop music history. Music to climb mountains to... is Change.

[@funkyswede62]

Thank you!!

[@jamesdocktor6648]

So are On Top and Hold Tight

[@tunnelratlt8302]

@@jamesdocktor6648 you need the full albums of 1980,AND THIS ONE,I LOVE YOU MAN,WE ARE THE LAST OF LEGENDS,ROCK ON !!!!

[@user-ys4it2fc2m]

Da bomb for real!!

[@willcee2290]

Old school NYC!!!

[@brisadimondi]

What? NYC? It's a 100% italian production.

[@user-du1yk7uk9v]

ITALIAN 100%

[@adrianbreland7174]

I STARTED GOING TO THE PARADISE GARAGE IN 1978 I MET A BEAUTIFUL SOUL DESI HER AND MOM USED TO COME THERE. WE FORMED A FAMILY RELATIONSHIP. THEN YEARS WE MET UP AND STARTED GOING TO THE GARAGE REUNIONS ...SHE WAS CALLED HOME THIS YEAR IT BROKE MY HEART.... THIS WAS HER FAVORITE SONG TO DANCE TO. I MIIS BABY GURL SO MUCH. ESPECIALLY WHEN I HEAR THIS SONG RIP DESI

[@palexstarks5553]

I enjoyed this period of music...so warm and escapist .Change, Chic and the BB & Q Band.

[@strictlynorton]

Hi 5'ing you from Hastings UK. Spot on. It's warm, sensual and sbove all uplifting. Just what the 2020 generation needs to help counter all the hate in the air from every corner.

[@antonewilson4310]

BB & Q was siiiick

[@sabinevandaele4175]

all of these and also gino socchio

[@dukejukebox775]

That bass is so addictive 😍

[@seanpowell1661]

I would love for TVOne's Unsung to do an episode on Change. Long overdue!

[@regorbyron8403]

I saw Change with Rick James, Teena Marie, and Frankie Smith at the Aladdin Theatre in Las Vegas- 1981. Miss the whole vibe of that era! My first concert and the by far the best concert line up I've ever seen since.

[@francishodge320]

I grew up listening to this 80s Soul funk masterpiece by the legendary Change Paradise 43yrs on 2024 if it moves funk it

[@ericfelder1591]

If you grew up in this era you will be brought back way back back into a time of what was fairly new in your life.

[@mrxman581]

This song and the others with lead vocals by Luther Vandross are pure classic GOLD that have held up beautifully all these years later. Im so grateful now to have been in my 20s all through the 80s. Just a wonderful time in my life and amazing memories that I'll cherish fondly for a lifetime.

[@BARLEYSWORLDMANCHESTER]

All I know is Change is taking me home right now, 80s here I come. 😀✨🙏🏾💫✨👍🏾 You're very welcome.

[@garyhughes5154]

Brings back good memories, loved change , still have albums… masterpiece Jam & Lewis

[@philaman1972]

The bass... holy cow!

[@ricardosanchez2168]

This reminds me of dancing to this classic on a Friday at the Paradise Garage with Larry on the turn tables.

[@patrickguga5178]

I still have the 12" single of this. Have to dig it out and let the good neighbors know what real music sounds like.....thank you biggg CHANGE!! - for using your God given Gifts!

[@operabilia]

THAT was (still is) something extra-ordinary! Unmatched!

[@joannehines7806]

A'int heard this in years!! Used to love to jam to this!! Very inspirational & romantic!!! Love it!! 💘 🎶 😍 💃🌈

[@andreayates7998]

This music makes me get up and dance around the house. I love it!

[@orlandocordova8818]

Such a great group! This is one of my favorite, 2ND to Searching!

[@BryantJohnsonsimbalion45]

Luther is a complete Blessing to us all! Timeless feel Good music!!

[@DS-br1wn]

Yes he was, but unfortunately Luther had left the group for his solo career by the time this came out

[@ccalccol]

entered Billboard June 6, 1981 ..reached #80

[@antonigeli294]

It's a shame

[@Swoop2565]

I think it was more popular on the east coast at the time…music was a lot more regional back then ❤

[@danielervin1233]

One of the best disco/funk records ever! I am still bumping it like it came out yesterday lol

[@mannypintado8349]

One True Classic. What a Groove.

[@anitakos1375]

I LOVE Change!! This song is uplifting! Give me hope for good health and finding love again! I miss Luther, he was a treasure!!

[@pamelareed9727]

Indeed!!!

[@alifatani7836]

Indeed

[@alifatani7836]

Send your love by Sharon redd. Listen to it guys. Well. Every bloody song from the 80s funk era is awesome.

[@henryc1006]

Change,, they're one of those amazingly talented groups that came out with some of the most beautiful music in the day.. that's where you hear MR.LUTHER VADROSS... What a great talented vocalist he was. Miss his voice....

[@louiep9862]

Incredible bass line through out the track & the drums so kick ass.My favorite song from Change

[@sharonhawthorn8358]

If you can't dance to this, you can't dance.

[@mikeference2332]

I think you should have said if you can't dance to this you are dead! Incredible dance music that never be duplicated today. Spot on comment.

[@chrisw.6043]

This song is so incredible, it is r&b to the core! I miss the old days!!

[@palexstarks5553]

I used to love the sophistication of this type of music, utopian sounding with many layers, Chic , Change and the BB and Q Band all brought this type of soul to light.

[@ericsouth2894]

NYC sophistication

[@larryhalls7528]

Did Mr Marcus Miller played the bass guitar on this track eh.

[@lenardshaw6037]

@@larryhalls7528 davide Romani, Timmy Allen played bass on glow of love etc✨🔥

[@user-du1yk7uk9v]

@@ericsouth2894 Italian sophistication for BB and Q band and Change.

[@nerodiamante9441]

Simply beautiful

[@kennethrichardson90]

Man do I miss this kind of music

[@bigsteve1966]

Change was an Italian-American post-disco group formed in Bologna, Italy, in 1979 by businessman and executive producer Jacques Fred Petrus (1949-1986) and Mauro Malavasi (1957). They were heavily influenced by the legendary disco band Chic. Heaven of My Life" is a 1981 album cut by Change from the LP Miracles, which featured vocals by Diva Gray, Jocelyn Shaw, Tanyayette Willoughby and James Robinson on leads, and Luther Vandross, Crystal Davis, Ullanda McCullough, Benny Diggs, Dennis Collins and Fonzi Thornton providing the backups. The song also featured a unique guitar breakdown performed by Doc Powell. Along with "Paradise" and "Hold Tight", it became a number-one single on the US dance chart for five weeks. It was released as a promotional single in October 1981

[@tonysmith5878]

THIS IS BETTER DAYS MUSIC PEOPLE, SO MANY GOOD MEMORIES AND GOOD TIMES!!!!!!!!!!

[@afreyoba]

The instrumental is soo smooth.... vocals indeed... A major smile on the face when I hear this tune...

[@juanvanschoor6191]

I keep finding classics past few days

[@doitright8103]

Still banging this joint in 2020! We banged it way back at the House Music parties in Chicago!

[@jwilliams7477]

May 29, 2021 here!

[@rickysmith3214]

@@jwilliams7477 Right behind you partying on May 30, 2021 Memorial Day eve.

[@jwilliams7477]

@@rickysmith3214 heyyyyy 👋🏾💯

[@frankbass4431]

yep house music in da chi is where I know this from can't wait for chosen few 2022

[@TheLyounger66]

Play this song in my truck. With the highs and base. Coming crystal clear. Sounds like this song was just released just now. I must say good music 24/7.

[@peterhudgens8817]

Change was so underrated. It's a shame how this amazing group never got the love they deserved.

[@chelabuford7106]

They got it from those of us who danced the night away and still love them til this day!!!❤️💯❤️😁

[@djrxmx]

Underrated because (in their early years) they refused to be slaves to the corporate/pop music machine. It was Italo and American R&B underground at its finest, IMO.

[@backslash68]

So underrated that almost nobody knows that the core of the group were 2 italian guys from Bologna, doing the songwriting, some recording and producing. Nobody knows this even in Italy, to the point that when presented on national TV the presenter said "we managed to import this band from the u.s."

[@stillnr1]

Great song, greetings from Heidelberg Germany

[@deralpoole1402]

man i absolutely enjoyed this song in the 80' and still to this day miss it this song i'm glad that i can hear it on you tube

[@harryheath7728]

When ya reach certain things in life that ya want I think of this feeling of a great jam and it goes right on earth with this sound

[@lindaemory2510]

I was living in Jersey City, New jersey on Crescent Avenue, when i first heard this on WBLS. So many good memories.

[@masterprophet8378]

That was the joint back then, Linda! If only we could bring those days back!

[@mattturn100]

I didn't know who the artist were but this song did get a lot of air play. It is indeed a gem and classic. They just don't make music like this anymore. Thank God for those of us that had the privilege of listing to artist such as these. The 1970s and the 1980s were those explosive jams. There were so many artist and music to choose from during that time span. Thank God for that time in history and in my life.

[@edcoombes4557]

One of my favourite songs, love the bass!

[@dianecapolupo8227]

REACH FOR THE SKYYYYYY!!💜💜💜💜💜 MY HEART MY 80S!!

[@michaelterranova784]

This was big in Paradise Garage in NYC back in the day, the sound system was so good you got the deep bass and the high treble at the same time and the floor was packed. Thank you Larry Levan for breaking this. I still got my vinyl copy!

[@chelabuford7106]

Paradise Garage danced until you walked outside to the sunlight!!!🌞 Those were some wonderful times that can never, ever be duplicated!!!!!!!💯❤️❤️❤️

[@Apollo_Blaze]

Beautiful...brings back so many memories

[@glennarnold4108]

One of the very best 80(s) classics ever. You can’t naturally dance to this you need dance classes. 🥴

[@rafaelgrabillo6453]

WEA dancers Philippines made a dance craze on this, called "Metallic Gigolo"👍👌👏👏👏😊

[@berrysweet2321]

Yes and a Long Island ice tea 😂

[@THECROWNROYALSHollywoodFashion]

You wanna bet? LOL

[@aliciadonaldson6133]

Yes. I still love this

[@61kimmarie]

I was 20 when this JAM came on the scene!! I remember kicking it with my buddy on Friday night!! We wore all white so when the blacklight came on, it look so so cool when dancing to this song!! What great fun memories, I sure do miss them and would love to travel back in time!!

[@helenjurit6486]

So many memories, great times with this song, jamming @ the disco☝👏

[@ruudvoest1038]

You can tell Mauro Malavasi had a classic background, with that odd piano break in the chorus ,love that ! , great producer as well !

[@kennethantonio1512]

That slammin bass line is on the one! Just another bad ass hit from the best era of music ever, point blank!! They just don't make em like this no more! Clean and funky as he'll. 😎💜🎤🎸💣

[@xx-bw3ri]

Family road trip this was the music right here good times for real.

[@wendylowman490]

Their Music style always reminded me of CHIC❤

[@LGreen-nt9ef]

Whoa,1981,this song, the music, the vocals, need I say more

[@camarada6456]

When this came out it was absolute perfection and only one. No comparison

[@marcgrey6993]

GOOD FOR ME I FINALLY DISCOVERED THIS DISCO SONG WHICH I HAVE BEEN LOOKING FOR YEARS.... REMINDS ME OF LOVE MEMORIES..

[@benaiahbenisrael3897]

BEST MUSIC EVER!!!! GOD BLESS YOU SHALOM!!!

[@terrymartin3272]

Have always loved this group. Feel good and love music.

[@TheKts1966]

Reach for the skyyyy, i to knowwww, ill be nearbyyyyy,come with me, ill take you thereeeee!- uh uh! Man, I was like 13, living in the Bronx:-) They dont make clean music like this anymore. I even got my 16 yr old son listening to this good stuff ha ha!!

[@TheKts1966]

Yes Victor, South Bronx forever!! :-)

[@oyngopogo]

No they dont

[@bogus8713]

TheKts1966 totally agree, was just heading off to college with those jams.

[@TheKts1966]

Bo Gus Yes! That's music😊😊😊

[@andyphillips2070]

TheKts1966/keyshon good evening from Kent England!! I'm trying to get my daughter's to understand what quality music is!! they're 19 and 14!! wasteing my time!!!

[@fernandoalbir2382]

Good Music !!! Good Time !!!

[@reneerosecarlos4695]

my favorite dance hits

[@johnjohntwentytwenty3796]

New York/New Jersey nightlife back in the day....

[@stylesgee1015]

So right the 1980s my time I love it

[@dianecapolupo8227]

ABSOFREAKINLUTELY!! IM A JERZEEEE GUUURL!!!!! NEWARK BORN N RAISED!!💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜

[@keithcerniglia4989]

great stuff.

[@joannehines7806]

'80's Club Music at it's best!! 💘 💃

[@norirak4829]

My favorite song from Change!!!! Definitely, Mandingo Approved!!!!!!💪💪💪

[@jamessargeant2106]

The six people who dislike this song has no rhythm nor common sense to realise great music!!!!

[@aladdinsmith3469]

they can't hear and they're in title to be deaf and dumb

[@mainmajo]

105 now, maybe a illness? Someone should monitor this for the IDC Catalogue 💭🤣🎼👍

[@korayalici980]

The six People are good lumber they are good burn

[@rondeldebbio9219]

@@aladdinsmith3469 Amen!

[@Leoleac]

👍❣️😍😎

[@TheLyounger66]

One of those classics.

[@musicgoplay2056]

That chord change at the 1: 31 mark along with the background and lead vocals is like la la land, feels good to my soul.

[@cubebutte]

This comment speaks to my soul

[@THECROWNROYALSHollywoodFashion]

you can't more funky than this!

[@nanjacks913]

I'm instantly transformed into a better time when I hear this. Great memories ❤

[@scotterwin9445]

WBLS Newark, New Jersey 1981

[@susiedean7432]

Yep!

[@sldortch54]

Yaasssss! Brick City💃🏽💃🏽💃🏽❤️❤️❤️

[@carolhopkins1042]

Yooooo!!! Philly all day here. Growing up in the late 70 and 80's WDAS fm played this and much more. And I thank you for that!!!

[@funkyswede62]

+Carol Hopkins Well thank you Carol. As they say good music will always be timeless!

[@larrydemarco6045]

oh hell yeah I remember WDAS back in the day in 1981, 1982 when I was at Villanova and we used to go down to the library club in center city and that place the DJS literally made the entire building shake when they ran the ones and twos

[@rickmcneill9976]

Carol Hopkins wdas all day!! This is my joint!! Brings back good memories!! Norristown,Pa

[@billyjacc]

Yes! I was living on 52nd & Whitby and going to Shaw Jr. High... I liked this song. & Ya know what? They said " Reach For The Sky!" That was the vibe for Black folks in our homes, scholastic endeavors, our progressiveness, etc;

[@iratucker1632]

Chord changes Incredible

[@theboredengineer2947]

This song is just randomly playing from YT music suggestions and I am really amazed by the instrumentations. I am listening this using my Sony headphones and this so musically rich. I'm just in my early 30s and I wasnt around in the 80s but this evokes false memories of the 80s I never had.

[@jim982008]

Good music never dies unlike today’s crap

[@radio-su6lh]

Not a rap verse in sight 😏

[@ginajones4729]

Brings back so much happiness. Love this group. ❤

[@phillipkali4438]

A superb song

[@ricardosanchez2168]

Still listening 2019 memories of the Paridise Garage in NYC when this classic play's.

[@daimonmarioperez9501]

When this was played by Larry in the Garage, you'd dance and feel you were free to reach for the sky. Everybody pushed their hands up past the lights and the glitter ball. Such a feeling.... We smiled and were treated to PARADISE....

this is so cool, and the changes are unexpected harmonically. Love it.

[@ahughes9627]

i was living in So. Jersey , .....i listen to this on WDAS , good times !

[@stevenarrighi4396]

WOW Always loved this group--my fave song!!!!

[@chrislyall6251]

Lord Take Me Back To The 80s PREACH !!!!

[@harryheath7728]

The music of thy ancestors this is it baby

[@isaiahgarrett8118]

that last note gets me EVERY TIME! "I want you MOOOOOOOOOORREEEEEE!"

[@XTRABIG]

She just let if fly

[@mrsm222]

""🎤🎵 I'll take you to Paradise... 🎶🎵" #Paradise #Garage Thanks *Larry* *Levan* 💕. You did that 🙌🏾. #Tribute

[@beautifulbird]

mrsm222 Yassss, best ever!!!!❤️🙌🏽

[@celestemccleave4361]

its just a timeless classic as long there will always be dance music this song will always be played

[@MsSchelle87]

2018 still rocking this song

[@strictlynorton]

Getting ready to rock to this in 2020 and beyond. Nov '19 reporting to the dancefloor!

[@soulboygabicci5681]

This music was ONLY for our generation!!

[@musondavincent7740]

Absolutely fantastic music

[@moehammondmedia]

Change was so good! Great band

[@donnyn9199]

Love love for the Garage , Larry special DJ so many wonderful records, so much love inside