Curtis Mayfield / The Making of you.

curtis mayfield / The Making of you.
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[@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❤🎉

[@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 !

[@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 🙏🏾

[@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

[@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

[@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. 🙏🏾💯🙏🏾💞

[@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!!

[@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***

[@kathyw.3146]

Curtis Mayfield music is timeless.

[@gempizza103]

The most beautiful romantic song ever... It's 2024 I am listening to this masterpiece. If anyone asking how it feels to fall in love, this song is the answer🥺🥺🥰🤍

[@noosy530]

God his voice is so special

[@nalsmaebela5853]

Still a gem in 2022. What an amazing song!

[@user-jg2kk3ws7g]

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

[@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]

😂

[@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!!!

[@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]

👍

[@vincentcherry5466]

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

[@ladyleohighstepper8973]

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

[@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

[@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..

[@sherrychambliss2315]

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

[@user-zr8cr9en9j]

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❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@derick5488]

The lyrics are untouchable

[@kennethhamilton2548]

Oh What A Day, When Women Were Celebrated

[@ritanemons1283]

I’m always speechless when listening to this song 🎵

[@SouthSideRalph1]

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

[@mozellephilpart1726]

So true!❤

[@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

[@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 🦚

[@bobbygreen654]

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

[@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.

[@RayKing-tl2vc]

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

[@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.

[@artetface]

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

[@charlesfelton1740]

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

[@jasminerissanlovely]

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

[@samuelbrooks7854]

i wish that music like that can come back again

[@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 🙋🏻‍♂️

[@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 ?

[@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

[@kip2shy]

The "Master" is at work. Curtis Mayfield. Man, I miss this man. He made some timeless music that still lives with me right now. Rest in Power!!

[@qweet3796]

Whose listening in 2021 such Heart Felt Lyrics!!

[@dorothymiles3675]

2022

[@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.

[@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 .

[@catboyzee]

Songwriting genius, that's all Curtis Mayfield is.

[@ausardjtehuti7743]

I agree

[@bertc2314]

Mr. Mayfield was an R&B and political commentary giant. Rest in Paradise, Mr. Mayfield.

[@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

[@roxannejones2237]

Just beautiful my favorite song

[@videoscontrabandos3879]

Name one single modern musician that can record studio quality classics live.

[@robertsessoms]

During the 70,s his music was totally different than the other music

[@alanduff6]

A giant on whose shoulders we all stand on

[@latoyaollivierre8007]

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

[@pjmills4866]

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

[@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

[@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❤️❤️❤️

[@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.

[@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

[@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.

[@williamsmith6872]

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

[@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

[@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........

[@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!

[@BettyBrown-jw2rv]

I never realized how true his singing was until I could feel it was coming from his 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.

[@Mrtorofrming310]

February 2024, and I still can get enough of this song 👏🏼

[@KLIPAMSoulRadioStation]

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

[@valendanewell5901]

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

[@napturalgoddess6602]

Simply beautiful 🥰🥰🥰

[@voicegirl555]

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

[@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!

[@wadejohnson4342]

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

[@fortruth7681]

Here in 2024. Just finished watching the movie Jumping the Broom. Be blessed🙏🏾

[@bashiralikhan8101]

Bring tears to my eyes love this song

[@OldCBnGuns]

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

[@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 ✌️.

[@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:)

[@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.''

[@mariapierides3414]

Curtis Mayfield what a talent he was. RIP

[@carolinefotheringham6029]

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

[@jduwayne1]

I’m proud of all the contributions our people has made to society….Curtis Mayfield is one of the great contributors….I’m not a separatist or racist. However the climate we’re living in is dividing us! Can you imagine a country without our amazing contributions!? Please let love lead and we all can make it together…!

[@sheilapalmer224]

I love his voice

[@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 😭✌️🕊️

[@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

[@valeriemarshall2290]

Yes a true lyricist I love love love his music 🎶

[@willyebromfield4234]

I LOVED ALL CURTIS MAYFIELD MUSIC 🎶 ❤😊 I BELIEVES CURTIS MAYFIELD WAS AHEAD OF THE TIMES IN MUSIC 🎶. IN MY OPINIONS THE GREATEST EVER IN MUSIC SKILLS.HIS VOICES & WORD'S TO MUSIC 🎶 JUST LEFTS YOU ALWAYS SMILINGS.😅❤

[@Cheeks63091]

so so beautiful 🥲❤️makes me cry and love at the same damn time …thank you Curtis i sent this my fiancé.

[@loycepittman6222]

RIP Curtis Mayfield;

[@juliaburton7889]

Making of Curtis Mayfield.King of poetry...

[@bnice319]

Curtis Mayfield was a GENIUS!!!!

[@ferdinabuie9074]

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

[@williamjohnhyde]

"your second to none.....!"

[@doreenjohnson1160]

BEAUTIFUL SONG ♥️♥️♥️♥️

[@MsKali05]

His songs make me cry rip 👑

[@vgm4smiles440]

So much meaning and truth to all his songs.

[@annetteb2432]

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

[@madcurls9655]

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

[@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

[@mr72rosalind]

Curtis was a musical genius in his genre of music!