Curtis Mayfield / The Making of you.

curtis mayfield / The Making of you.
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[@Teeyah2]

I don't know why I'm crying listening to this. The words are beyond beautiful. Takes me back to the movie Claudine with Diahann Carol. The world misses Curtis Mayfield 😙

[@carolyndawes193]

Very this

[@carolyndawes193]

Love this

[@kelvinhardy6711]

Your not the only one shedding a tear ,( I tried to hold them back , but that first tear drop fell). That's what good music does to you.

[@RogerBowen-jf9mf]

Original different ways of expression that's SOUL yes .

[@rodregusmontfort7645]

I LOVE THE HOLY SPIRIT IN THIS❤🎉

[@asiaparks7158]

Im 23 years old and must i say this is the most beautiful song i ever heard 😢❤💯🙌🥵🙏🗣️🔥

[@charlenedean4086]

It was more meaningful when I came up. If you have children, teach them the best you can. You can't determine their outcome, but I child given the right way to live and treat everyone, they will have their hard times, but what YOU INSTILL in them will save their life 🙏🏾❤️❤️ Peace be with you and your family 🙏🏾

[@charleswilliams8248]

Curtis Mayfield was awesome in playing, writing, and singing! Highly intelligent man, and greatly appreciated and missed.

[@rhondawoodhouse5508]

Precisely my sentiments for him as a human being with much needed talents that continue to cultivate the heart of HUmanity! I am eversograteful for the lyrics of The Making of You! Quite a mantra to my ever evolving life! RIPOWER Curtis!❤️

[@arthurdavis2964]

***Yes, and that is no joke***

[@walturburk]

You can tell from his songs that he was definitely a clever guy. When i hear his music and lyrics i dont think "darn, i wish i would have come up with that" but rather "i could never have come up with that"

[@mumtofourhearts]

This song is so beautiful. Well written. Thank you Mr Curtis Mayfield. Gone but never ever forgotten. 🙏🏾💯🙏🏾💞

[@rickcorbettjr.2011]

Probably one of the most inspiring songs of positive black thinking ever...GOD rest his soul.

[@harpermadden88]

re:@Rick Corbett Jr.// I thank god for you I am glad he created your heart & soul because that is the nicest thing ever said about a black artist and I couldn't agree the more "he certainly was awesome & truly missed" besides my mom was a devoted fan whom actually had the pleasure to meet him back in 1972 three months after my birth I remember her sharing this story with me when I was a teenager that my dad was jealous for a moment but then he finally got over it which I thought was adorable take care peace..

[@rickcorbettjr.2011]

Thank you.

[@sheilapalmer224]

Rick Corbett Jr he was so bless

[@fernandiaz8212]

💯🙌🏾💪🏽👍🏽🙏🏽👑

[@davidedwards1809]

I totally agree. I have heard this song for years and it still kisses my soul

[@sparkluv89]

The most beautiful song ever made

[@donnellhenderson6013]

Yes sexy

[@neiltaylor1524]

Oh yes. You tube take me to heaven

[@Cheeks63091]

❤️💋it means a lot

[@36Kourtney]

What About Whitney Houston version of Curtis Look Into Your ❤ Heart.

[@marnasquires155]

My ex sang this to me lied and said it was for me, when I heard it on WAMO radio I went nutsssss

[@TheDjColdBlood]

No studio...no auto-tune, just pure talent.

[@carolbethel8]

A gift from God for real no doubt

[@sherryhunter4505]

He did not get credit for what he did in the music world spread his name he is the DOCTOR OF MUSIC.

[@justinwarner1183]

Only Mayfield and Paul McCartney have been inducted in rock and roll hall of fame twice.

[@ShannonsSon]

Rop 10 Producers of all time that's next to quincy next to isaac next j dilla net to kanye next to willie hutch next to teddy riley next to pete rock and alll the other greats

[@millenniummind5593]

I feel you

[@gracebaril5207]

A master of music

[@DarkEliteEric]

@@justinwarner1183 I think clapton got in thrice

[@silentseeker1]

Curtis created such beautiful music. I could put this on auto and listen to it all day long. There’s magic in this beautiful song. I’m sure of it!

[@barbaramoore209]

Yes he really did beautiful music to be exact I'm still listening to it today and love to make love by the heart touching ❤️ lyrics

[@fayemccray4243]

Me too!!

[@sheilapalmer224]

He was sosososo unique

[@sagasounds8777]

I’ve listened to this song like 21,433 times

[@arthurdavis2964]

***Agreed***

[@anitaparker6213]

The lyrics are beyond beautiful.

[@Yaqub1975]

Anita Neal That's when music was special.....beautifully poetic

[@anitaparker6213]

Y. Amir yes indeed

[@jrlillian]

talking about his special woman and what she meant not only to him, but the world. This song is exceptionally beautiful.

[@Emick1978]

Yes ma’am

[@santanajackson8829]

This a true classic right here !

[@nate4nate5]

Curtis Mayfield=Soul Scientist....

[@whothecapfits6910]

Yessssssss he figured it out for real! 🇹🇹 🇹🇹

[@moniquemosley2122]

BIONIK BLACK Yessss!!!

[@islandgirl5382]

I like that Bionik Black; Fitting Title for Mr. Mayfield!!

[@kylejason6429]

One of the MOST underrated lyricists ever!!!

[@mitchclark1532]

Wonderful musical composer as well. We don't see this kind of creativity anymore. We see either like free-form avant garde ultra-creative stuff or boring, generic stuff we've heard a thousand times. This kind of creativity, which isn't totally inside the box or totally outside the box, but transcends the boundaries of the box in a way that extends the boundaries of the box, is rare. In other words, making unusual and different but familiar and relatable music. The more familiar and accessible, the more people will borrow from it and be influenced by it. The more unusual it is, the more it expands our minds. It's hard to thread that needle but marvelous when it happens. That's how music evolves properly.

[@moniquecavard745]

oui you're right he use to be one of the most important singers and activists as a black man i love him and we love him in France .

[@e.l.c.4298]

@@SharonfKC rt never

[@leonardcharles59]

He was a gifted songwriter and vocalist who composed an impressive range of songs, politically and otherwise, which have lasted and have been enjoyed for over sixty years!

[@lizzieb6901]

Facts!!

[@vickywright3059]

Curtis Mayfield’s music/songs were so deep the Majority of Blacks could relate to! His songs touch your heart and mind! May “GOD” Bless His Soul!!!

[@nalsmaebela5853]

Still a gem in 2022. What an amazing song!

[@kathyw.3146]

Curtis Mayfield music is timeless.

[@cocogrange5635]

I want to thank him for all he's done for his people in the fight against injustice all while blessing us with his beautiful voice and lyrics. Thank you Mr. Mayfield R.I.P.

[@kennyappleby250]

A true ambassador to the black population and a genius when it comes to singing and songwriting

[@marnasquires155]

@@kennyappleby250 Black Gold

[@vincentcherry5466]

So many years since this sing came out.. it STILL moves the heart..

[@mackfinley595]

He wrote, produced, arranged, composed and sung lead on a lot of songs, movie scores, etc…Curtis Mayfield was great, he was Prince long, long before Prince!

[@nathanieldavis5231]

Both Gemini s

[@jerryj920]

Maybe it's just me but when I hear a song by Curtis Mayfield I wanna hear a second one. Jus' sayin'..

[@36Kourtney]

He's both a singer and the storyteller. Just a remarkable man I love the Claudine Soundtrack with Gladys Knight singing. kzbin.info/www/bejne/fH-yeIuBgdaIe6s And Whitney's remake of Look In Heart.

[@Coventina]

Love this song...Curtis Mayfield is and was one in a million!

[@Yaqub1975]

LaDonna Simmons Absolutely

[@corashowell5148]

Yes Lord!!!💯‼️💯‼️💯

[@reggiescott6420]

AAmen,WORD to The Mother's 🦚

[@penniecollins8558]

The words to this song are some of the most beautiful, prosaic, poetry I have ever heard.. What a writer he was!

[@paulmbrook]

Pennie Collins cut

[@fbaallied]

prosaic?

[@penniecollins8558]

You are so right! That was NOT the right word, at all . Thanks!

[@paulbateman2721]

@@penniecollins8558 people tend to forget that Curtis Mayfield was also an social activist and he did it through the expression of his songs like moving on up and people get ready

[@bonitacorbett3278]

👍

[@RayKing-tl2vc]

Never can replace a man like Curtis Mayfield, his words were inspired from down deep in his heart and SOUL. 👍💖🤝✌🙏

[@sherrychambliss2315]

Curtis voice just soothes ur mind n releases stress..Angelic voice.

[@qweet3796]

Whose listening in 2021 such Heart Felt Lyrics!!

[@dorothymiles3675]

2022

[@immanueljones8023]

got married in march and this was the song my wife walked in to. not a dry eye in the house. lol my father in law was the worst, he could not keep it together.

[@mr.johnjones7346]

😂

[@SouthSideRalph1]

CURTIS WAS THE EMBODIMENT OF THE CIVIL RIGHTS MOVEMENT!!!!!

[@mozellephilpart1726]

So true!❤

[@annalaw4684]

Life is beautiful as it's a gift from GOD. However, this was the time when music was special!!!!!! Blessings to all

[@stephanie3506]

AMEN!!!! It's true, that was a special time for music and we didn't even realize it........

[@joannberzat7920]

After all these years,, I still shed tears when im listenin to this song!!! LUV U CURTIS,, REST IN PARADISE DEAR!!!

[@ctracy3348]

he was a great man . i miss you curtis r.i.p.''

[@kennethhamilton2548]

Oh What A Day, When Women Were Celebrated

[@ra15899550]

How could anyone give a thumbs down to this master piece? Beats the hell out of me!!

[@sherryhunter4505]

ra15899550 shut up!

[@ra15899550]

..............and this song is for you, honey.

[@cherylpierce5031]

Best songwriter ever!!

[@thomasconway8022]

Cheryl Pierce This man had so much more to give. I recall the release of "Super Fly" - What a sound track - to this day I still listen to "Pusher Man" with such delight. Lets rest assured that he is teaching someone somewhere what Smooth, Cool Dignity is all about :-) Thanks for this great post.

[@kongmpls7746]

one of the best no question about it...

[@reggiescott6420]

Not sure if you ever heard of Kayla Rae Music? Colo.Spgs Denver 🌞 Spgs ?

[@voicegirl555]

Happy 80th Birthday Curtis Mayfield. Thanks for this and all those songs you left behind.

[@harrisonclemons]

I grew up around the corner from Leo,s Casino at 75th and Euclid Ave in Clev Ohio,where The Great Curtis Mayfield and the Impression could be heard out on the sidewalk up to E 79st. One of the Greatest performances of my lifetime ,early 1960,sGod Bless Curt and the Guys The Impressions

[@carolinefotheringham6029]

Where has the music gone? Oh my God, awesome xxx

[@JAZZLlFE]

There hasn't been one single time I've ever heard this song that I didn't get deep into my feelings, tear up or begin to outright cry. One of the most beautiful songs ever written. ❤

[@Mrtorofrming310]

Same here 🙋🏻‍♂️

[@capt.c.4116]

One of the most profound songs in the world, beautiful, just beautifu, when I was younger I used to go to sleep to songs like this when my mother would clean the house late night or just vibin with her oldie but goodie..! "I guess 81 people wasn't satisfied with the making of them.." 🤣🤣🤣 times were so simple then..!... bring em back 😫 lol

[@rocjackson5975]

Yo bro 😎, was life simple back then or were we just young and we hadn’t gotten to the complicated part yet!

[@paulhill8056]

A chill n tear in my eye,when i hear this beautiful song

[@islandgirl5382]

So do I Paul !!! This song does something to you!!

[@standaman1963]

I like Gladys Knight's version better.

[@Cheeks63091]

same 🥲

[@TriniGirlNatural]

❤❤

[@conniemoore4801]

@@standaman1963 I love both

[@tonyharrisonful]

Such a beautiful song. I'm so glad I'm a baby boomer to grow up during the 60s and 70s when more songs were written from the heart and were timeless classics.

[@sonnyknght]

Something about this one here... It has a way of engulfing you in such a peaceful and powerful manner. Thank you Mr. Mayfield for this timeless jewel.

[@sherrimoore9802]

It's a tearjerker for me none like it and none like him may he rest in peace 😭✌️🕊️

[@ritanemons1283]

I’m always speechless when listening to this song 🎵

[@rahuljoban]

My eyes well up at those first new notes. Every time. Without fail.

[@Cheeks63091]

me too can’t resist crying 😢

[@johnfulton4061]

Curtis is so underrated this song just takes me to another place I grew up listening to his music and I was not only entertained but inspired by songs like keep on pushing were a winner and my favorite I'm so proud his beautiful music empowered and inspired black people

[@charlesfelton1740]

Very deep song just listen to the lyrics the brother was special he was a genius

[@samuelbrooks7854]

i wish that music like that can come back again

[@catboyzee]

Songwriting genius, that's all Curtis Mayfield is.

[@ausardjtehuti7743]

I agree

[@KLIPAMSoulRadioStation]

The Makings of You - Curtis talks about what makes each one of us unique.

[@nathanieldavis5231]

He was a musical gift the world , a great freedom fighter and a genius talent. Nobody should do this tune except him. RIP Big Brother .

[@pjmills4866]

Maybe The Most Underrated Artist Of The Last 60 Yrs... ICONIC ARTIST SPOKE FOR & TO The People..

[@shirleyd8683]

This brings me wayyyyy back and I am loving it. Sad we don't have this type of music today.

[@williamsmith6872]

Wow. I can't stop crying listening to something so beautiful.

[@FB-mw5gv]

Curtis was one of the greatest artists of the 20tg century. Song makes me emotional, the man had to much soul.. Rip Curtis ☝🏾🙏🏽

[@annetteb2432]

Like melted butter, smooth, 🌹Beautiful. 🌹Ri✌👑💋

[@noosy530]

God his voice is so special

[@derick5488]

The lyrics are untouchable

[@mylightshinesbright8665]

in tears...LITERALLY....miss you momma:)

[@Anna-nc8de]

+Markiva Grant Bless Your Heart Markiva.. missin my Momma 2 every day..

[@mylightshinesbright8665]

+Connie Pastel God bless you as well Connie. They resting in his bosom. Be well:)

[@wadejohnson4342]

Sing in heaven my brother where you'll get all your blessed rewards.

[@h.patriciablackshire6003]

Curtis Mayfield! Your brilliance is 💯!!!! Your VOICE! It's so SPIRITUAL. A RAPTURE! My Mind Is Blown!!!! Oh, my! I could listen to you Every. Single. Day. Of. The. Year. I just dropped the MIC!

[@aliciamartin5501]

Was watching the movie "Claudine" with Diane Carol and James Earl Jones and this song was in the movie. I remember hearing it before but it's been sooooo long ago. It's just beautiful and breathtaking❤️❤️❤️❤️. I'm gonna put it in my wedding❤️❤️❤️

[@valendanewell5901]

Just listen to this PHENOMENAL voice...soooo beautiful it hurts....THE GREATEST EVER!!🎤

[@roxannejones2237]

Just beautiful my favorite song

[@donnaclaytonhomes]

Sleeper Hit. Gorgeous love song...

[@user-fz4le1ge1e]

yup but its more of a love all, remembering who we are when we are kids and how as children love is all that is. The purity of who we are, the makings of you.

[@javasearcy890]

Travis Tharrington wonderfully well said

[@OldCBnGuns]

I like how they have the band behind them. Playing real music. No computer stuff. 70s brass sounding is the best.

[@carlosfigueroa790]

I think everyone should strive to make one self better The making of you is my Anthem!!! Greetings from Guatemala Central America..The making of me>>

[@napturalgoddess6602]

Simply beautiful 🥰🥰🥰

[@alvinlane5217]

If there was a singer that had the coolest voice. Curtis Mayfield has be tops on the list.

[@latoyaollivierre8007]

I’m a 90s baby and I’m here in 2023. Timeless

[@mariapierides3414]

Curtis Mayfield what a talent he was. RIP

[@1980Triumph]

I am not big into Curtis but every single time I come across his music I am blown away. The man had super spirit and certainly contributed to humanity. This is stellar right here.

[@Chicanaloca]

Play more of his music & explore.

[@jasminerissanlovely]

if I was considering marriage this would be my song....

[@alanduff6]

A giant on whose shoulders we all stand on

[@bashiralikhan8101]

Bring tears to my eyes love this song

[@madcurls9655]

“The righteous way to go”-many of our people have lost and forgotten these words. Yes. We could do much better.

[@loycepittman6222]

RIP Curtis Mayfield;

[@eharrisist]

This man here, loved him to the moon and back...Chicago born and bred....he makes me proud to be a Chicagoan...listening to him now give me chills. Talent personified!

[@blackdove3057]

OMG!!!! It just dawned on me after all these years. This man was singing about Jesus. And no I'm not Christian. Listen to what he's saying. All biblical.

[@mauricehorton6041]

AMEN BROTHER 🙏🏾😇

[@wandamajette5000]

Please let's explore this and have this conversation. I'm very interested in talking about this. There is something very special about this song. Perhaps it's an annointing.

[@thisislaflaretv5250]

No he isn't. Hes singing to a woman. I find it disturbing we are singing love songs to a grown man

[@keithjones4963]

My favorite by Curtis on Moving on Up. A true poet!

[@theresadrakeford1921]

Love this song much! Lyrics can be duplicated but neva sound like Curtis Mayfield

[@MsKali05]

His songs make me cry rip 👑

[@vgm4smiles440]

So much meaning and truth to all his songs.

[@marquewallace]

My Lord what a beautiful song by an amazing singer & song writer, i got chills the first time i heard this touching loving song WOW!

[@BettyBrown-jw2rv]

I never realized how true his singing was until I could feel it was coming from his heart😢❤

[@joellucas9421]

Now THIS is a love song!!!!!! R.I.H. Curtis Mayfield!!!!!!!

[@artetface]

So many memories sad and happy I miss my siblings so much, our togetherness.

[@Krispytheversatilegamer]

I watched this stoned...what a masterpiece...Curtis was wayy ahead of his time Rest up Sir

[@valeriemarshall2290]

Yes a true lyricist I love love love his music 🎶

[@doreenjohnson1160]

BEAUTIFUL SONG ♥️♥️♥️♥️

[@Stakkboii]

I really like his music its crazy how smooth it is and laidback

[@donniemack55]

I absolutely, positively loved this song!!! One of the most beautiful songs I have ever heard! Thank you, Curtis, for this artistic masterpiece!

[@susankennedy5739]

Have held Curtis in the highest esteem since he started recording music in the early '60's, and this song to me is just above and beyond. What amazing lyrics: you can just read them without any music, they're poetry of the highest order. And then you add his music. And then you add his -- or Gladys Knight's -- singing. Divine.

[@lindaoglesby6264]

Beautiful , such a musical gift to the world, Curtis Mayfield 🙏🏾❤️

[@twolittlegirls2]

What a sweet to the heart song. " You're second to none ." My darling husband.

[@muha8598]

One of the most beautiful songs ever made

[@nartrebb]

music an lyrics cutis is and was a genius so much underrated today , not know curtis ' s music is a big mistake , one of the best musicians of all the time

[@thrshwll1526]

Love this. The 70s were the best music for me. My teen years with Curtis Mayfield, Isley Brothers, Earth Wind and Fire, Spinners, MFSB, Issac Hayes, Marvin Gaye, etc, etc, etc, etc

[@juliaburton7889]

Making of Curtis Mayfield.King of poetry...

[@WARRIORSOFTMHYAH]

Sheer beauty and refinement, a blessed artist using his Yah blessed talent to elevate mood, the moment and us as a people. R.I.P Darling Curtis Mayfield.

[@voicegirl555]

Happy Happy Birthday Curtis Mayfield. You are so very missed. A terrific singer and gifted lyrists you were. Thank you for all the songs you left behind.

[@niniitread8691]

I remember.... I was glad to have a ear and heart to know how good love is.. it's mostly gentle. This... tears in my eyes just listenings.. 1960❣️

[@wadejohnson4342]

What an inspiration, I've written many poems from this song, thank you curtis for such a beautiful song thank you for giving me a positive foundation to live by... Such a beautiful song.

[@StephenSupreme1]

kanye west jay z Pete rock "the joy" brought me here,glad it did :) nice song!

[@mattgamin8729]

I cant stop thinking of my grandmother when I hear this song.

[@alhandy687]

I grew up listening to the great artist and his sweet meaningful sounds!

[@sheilapalmer224]

I love his voice