Curtis Mayfield / The Making of you.

[@KaritaParis]

I'm listening in December 2024

[@robertquinn788]

2024, still listening, a classic

[@artetface]

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

[@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 🙏🏾

[@Pamela-w9r]

The Rappers will never go down within History. They can't sing. Just foul mouthed Rhetoric. This is High Powered Talent.💞

[@Pamela-w9r]

Say It. Real Talent!! Voice so Angelic.!!!!🔥🔥🔥

[@TheDjColdBlood]

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

[@carolbethel8]

A gift from God for real no doubt

[@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❤🎉

[@ladyleohighstepper8973]

One of the GREATEST Singers, Composers, Producers, etc. Curtis will always be the GOAT!!!

[@terryv62]

@@ladyleohighstepper8973 Know doubt about that Mr. Curtis Mayfield of The Impressions of the Windy City of Chicago doesn't get any better than that not in this life time not ever. At 75 I still play all there 45 's Records till this day.🎩🎩🎩📻🎙🎷💿📀💯

[@Bernard-y4k]

I knew him well

[@terryv62]

@@Bernard-y4kMr. Curtis Mayfield was special I can see him and The Impressions right now singing at the Apollo Theater what a show that voice just amazing ( I'm So Proud, The Love That I Lost, Gypsy Woman, Can't Satisfy Your Love, Sad Girl and Boy, and of course ( The Making Of You ) What a voice !!! This is what music is all about and he bless ( The Five Stairs Steps with their beautiful songs as well. The First Family Of Soul From The Windy City of Chicago what a fantastic group I'm so glad that I'm still here to cherish their music forever ❤📻🎷📀🎙💿🎩💯💯💯💯💯

[@williamsmith6872]

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

[@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. 🙏🏾💯🙏🏾💞

[@ingriddouglas408]

This song is beautiful, my Dad listened to this song almost everyday, I only saw this video when I migrated to the United States. RIP

[@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***

[@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

[@lawrencegillis67]

Truly poetic and Truly beautiful! An unsung musical genius!

[@mr72rosalind]

Curtis was a musical genius in his genre of music!

[@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

[@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!!!

[@janehyden1652]

IM WHITE n i definitely relate.

[@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 !

[@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 .

[@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

[@SandraBrown-t6m]

This is my mom I miss you my dear love no. One knew me better than you mommie I always have you in my heart❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@sabrinabrown2954]

I still play it today, i ❤❤❤,it

[@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!

[@bnice319]

Curtis Mayfield was a GENIUS!!!!

[@kathyw.3146]

Curtis Mayfield music is timeless.

[@nalsmaebela5853]

Still a gem in 2022. What an amazing song!

[@vincentcherry5466]

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

[@sherry6949]

I attended a day honoring him in his hometown Chicago they declared it Curtis Mayfield day it was a great celebration and a good time was had by all.

[@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

[@ethelmiller8542]

I JUST LOVE LISTENING TO THE GREAT CURTIS MAYFIELD..THE MAKI N GS:OF YOU ...PROFOUND❤❤❤❤

[@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]

👍

[@latoyaollivierre8007]

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

[@jackyderoche1045]

Curtis Mayfield is one in a million RIEP ❤ his music 🎶 lives on and on..

[@YuvetteCook]

What a beautiful song. ❤

[@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 🦚

[@debralong9771]

The man was a genius he wrote every word and every little piece of music. I listen to the words of his songs and can't help but think this was a genuine good-hearted man.

[@tyroneboyd31]

You just don't get any better than this, one of the greatest music writers in American history of love songs.😢

[@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!!

[@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

[@joychisom9217]

When i hear this song it just touches my soul!!! And it makes me feel like sharing a tear 😢😢!!!!

[@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

[@sherrychambliss2315]

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

[@kameera08]

Takes me back to a time when we took all this beautiful music for granted!!❤

[@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!!

[@yvonnegore81]

The first time I saw him I was in a maze then I watch that movie and all other with his song I am still in a maze it never left me and all that exist in my life thanks 💖💖💖

[@dianehendrix1415]

R.I.P. brother Curtis. We miss you but your music lives on.

[@voicegirl555]

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

[@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]

😂

[@ramsfire]

I learned about Brother Curtis as a Kindergartner in 1962 because he was one of my Father's Favorite Artists and he played his music Daily. Inspirational and Uplifting Lyrics and Music touched me then and when I was old enough I bought his Curtis LIVE Album at 14. Then Superfly was popular as well. Needless to say his Body Of Work spans Generations. It has contributed to the Sounds of the early 1960s Civil Rights Movement all the way through the Black Films of the 70's and beyond. This particular Ballad touched me when I first heard it and still does to this day. Brother Curtis was a National Treasure for us.

[@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

[@RayKing-tl2vc]

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

[@terryv62]

@@RayKing-tl2vc not in this life time there will never be another Mr. Curtis Mayfield.🎩🎙📀💿🎷📻💯

[@bobbygreen654]

Curtis ALWAYS had His Fingers on the PULSE OF AMERICA!!!! RIP!

[@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.

[@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.

[@ritanemons1283]

I’m always speechless when listening to this song 🎵

[@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........

[@MarcSlott]

Still makes me cry to this day.

[@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 🙋🏻‍♂️

[@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.''

[@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.

[@rosischmid7144]

Takes me back to a better time with great memories 💥💥💥💥💥

[@iscreamcandytv9642]

Gave me the tingles. Felt so good like a warm hug. 😢

[@patriciagreen4900]

I was seventeen and had to have my baby boy adopted. I was all on my own and listened to this Curtis Mayfield album on repeat. Love is not a word enough. X

[@JohnJohnson-oe3kb]

Maaannn....oh how beautiful. Are we.This song Runs Deep to the core of our Love of Mankind .THO .wee ARE KIND TO MAN .RIP GHETTO PRINCE BROTHA CURTIS

[@generfeld]

makings of you, darker than blue, move on up, keep on keeping on = all amazing powerful songs

[@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 ?

[@beverlyhoward3512]

He was and will always be the 1:52 master of music❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@duchessdebra6427]

"Almost impossible to do, reciting the makings of you...."❤ SO beautiful. Curtis we miss your genius and the joyous solitude in your music. A legend that will never die. Sleep and rest your sweet soul. GODSPEED DD 🌈 🕊 ❤

[@jackofalltrades5609]

One of my all time favorites

[@11kofi]

Goosebump time...this song invokes a time when the world was a different place. I will always love it and Curtis' beautiful rendition of his own composition.

[@sharonsylvie3924]

This song Lord have mercy

[@vell2947]

My homeboy Decky from San Diego play This song when he passed away when here it think about him Linwood and Loyld my Brothers Rip in peace ✌️.

[@ranger71574]

Just amazingly beautiful nothing even comes close!

[@louisepennant7290]

Thank you Curtis, them words from a man. RI.P.❤😢

[@pjmills4866]

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

[@Crissy991]

I'm over here crying Lord He was a blessing

[@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!

[@catherineparkerdouglas4114]

I've always had the highest regard for this man. Beginning listening to his music as a child in the 60's from my teenage sisters records.

[@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❤️❤️❤️

[@wadejohnson4342]

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

[@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

[@catboyzee]

Songwriting genius, that's all Curtis Mayfield is.

[@ausardjtehuti7743]

I agree

[@roxannejones2237]

Just beautiful my favorite song

[@noosy530]

God his voice is so special

[@cathybriggs9744]

RIP Greatest. The world will always remember and Love you. Wonderful Job done while walking living in this World. Home with our Father God.Amen

[@charlesfelton1740]

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

[@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 😭✌️🕊️

[@valendanewell5901]

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

[@samuelbrooks7854]

i wish that music like that can come back again

[@ferdinabuie9074]

I absolutely love this song touches my heart to my Love Dre I miss you so much baby rest in heavenly peace ❤❤❤🙏

[@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

[@bashiralikhan8101]

Bring tears to my eyes love this song

[@carolinefotheringham6029]

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

[@chunli30315]

R.I.H Kirk Mayfield you sent me this song May 10th 2022 ....7 days later you passed away May 17th 2022. I will miss you my friend. Your dad was an extraordinary song writer. He raised very humble children. Your positivity was unmatched. I will miss your telling me your ideas and dreams and helping me with mine..

[@yvettewashington5265]

The song 🎵 in Claudine love the song and 🎥 movie. Curtis Mayfield you were a genius.

[@neiltaylor1524]

Play this to me in heaven

[@calmnrelaxed]

The impact of black music on America's popular music and pop culture cannot be overstated. Artists like Curtis Mayfield helped shape the soul of black music by using storytelling, singing, and oral history to pass down and uplift their culture, much like the West African Griot or Jolly. In a time when even our own seem to agree with the very ones who labeled us inferior, Curtis Mayfield arrived on the scene and much like a brilliant pastor who embedded himself in a pericope and preached where the scripture led, avoiding topical messages, tropes and stereotypes but masterfully explaining a full view of the neighborhood of the scriptures he was assigned to, Curtis too, understood the assignment.

[@deansiephillips437]

Always 😢makes me cry x

[@SouthSideRalph1]

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

[@mozellephilpart1726]

So true!❤

[@dianabrown63]

No one has talent Like this and never will This will go down to history❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@shirleyd8683]

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