Four Tops "Walk Away Renee" My Extended Version!

[@raystewart6524]

Levi Stubbs...THE Voice of Motown...end of chat..period

[@claiborneable]

The older you get even the smallest of memories suddenly become important. Sometimes they are your only escape. No wonder some people retreat into their heads - as hard as life was, it was ours with all the music, all the events, the feeling of our time. Such a great song I think it made everyone, stop and listen.. Music holds such power. To make us remember, and help us forget. indeed a beautiful song. Sweet memories !! Levi Stubbs, with out a doubt, is was one of the classiest guy in the music business..

[@truthmatters1950]

Lovely having someone put our thoughts and feelings so eloquently and with such deep feelng @Len Claiborne Sr. Thank you. Best wishes to you and yours. Peace and kindness to all

[@eddyjohns8992]

Amen, bitter sweet so sweet soul music.

[@lokisan100]

I absolutely agree sir with everything you said!

[@TheRadioman1947]

He sure is. I loved the guys

[@Gumshrud]

what you said is heavy.

[@kenhetro6742]

Levi had a voice like no other, and he stayed so loyal to his fellow members, they'll never be another!!

[@kathyhayden2499]

Loyalty love it❤

[@greggibson9667]

MY Favorite Motown Group Levi Stubbs Fantastic Voice!!!

[@tafimutekwe2855]

Without any shadow of doubt this is one of the world's greatest musical pieces of all time. The very epitome of soul music.

[@suebradford5758]

👍...I got Tingles ✝️when I read your Comment 🙏❤✝️

[@gordeauxd]

Yes, it is, even if written and originally performed by the Caucasians in The Left Banke: kzbin.info/www/bejne/bKbUc4ewm8h8oZY.

[@BrendaDrumm]

I'm 74 I've loved them from day one once in a lifetime group ❤

[@uckbee]

The kings of midwestern urban soul.

[@Hopscotch429]

This was actually first recorded and released, in 1966, by a band called the Left Banke. They were considered to be part of the Baroque Pop genre.

[@jessicadavis4864]

Wow. In all the years of listening KZbin and reading comments I can honestly say this is the first time EVER that all the comments are nice, complimentary, and polite. I guess the class and dignity of Levi Stubbs brings out the class and dignity in others.

[@terrykevincharles7042]

Jessica Davis Absolutely, Levi Stubbs 💜

[@Carlyfan]

Jessica Davis God I know ... I think you're right.

[@thetruthwillsetufree]

Your thoughts remind me of Levi's interview many decades ago on NPR with Terri Gross. She asked him why he never went solo. He simply said that he couldn't imagine leaving his best friends.

[@iamintheburg9820]

Jessica Davis : I think we all appreciate Mosogotam's efforts so thoroughly that we want to keep a civil, respectful discourse goin' in tribute to his efforts with these wonderful performances. I love you, yes I do, Mosogotam ( as I stated years ago in another fantastic post : This Old Heart of Mine ).

[@mckessa17]

Canada loves The Four Tops and Renée

[@omcbob37]

One of the best songs ever recorded. The Four Tops version was always great with Levi's beautiful voice but this extended version is fantastic! RIP to all the members of one of Motown's finest groups.

[@GavsNoGoon]

There was an emotional tone to Levi's voice that was a rare gift and will never be heard again

[@TR-vr5pz]

He sang with passion and expressed the heartbreaks many young men went thru with their women

[@johndooley7812]

Truly magnificent, Levi Stubbs voice is magical, and those harmonies are sensational. The backing band is incredible. Music from this era cannot be beaten.❤️❤️❤️

[@BrendaDrumm]

I'm 73 I used to buy their records for about 32 pence good old days x

[@davemitchell116]

As a professional audio editor, let me say that you have done an excellent job! Levi Stubbs is cheering from Heaven!

[@mosogotam]

Dave.....I'm most appreciative of your very kind words...thanks so much!!

[@BrendaDrumm]

I'm now 74 I've loved them from day one none of my mates from yrs and yrs ago ever mentioned them I must be one on my own take it to my grave Ioved all theire songs

[@jude2009]

I am 64 and white no music Is better than the Motown loved it back then and still love it Music knows no color nor do I Your remastered masterpieces definitely do this music justice All lives matter no matter of color race or gender

[@lamechcurry2545]

J 1 2y ago then stop killing blacks fore nonthing devils nobody ever said white lives never matered so stop deflecting devil

[@stephenord3403]

I'm 65 and I melt listening to this beautiful music 🎶. Thanks Motown, love from England x ❤

[@brenski51]

Got this as my ringtone, just love the sound of Motown.

[@Andrew-mt4rb]

Four Tops are magical, classy, charming, and soothing!!!

[@elenagarcia7733]

Love both versions Left Bank and Four Tops!

[@imjusthereforthecomments4920]

A Motown girl still listening in 2022. Good music is forever.

[@lokisan100]

This motown girl is still listening as well. Can take the girl out of motown, but you can never take motown out of the girl.

[@lynemac2539]

Likewise in 2024

[@klartava]

Levi Stubbs, with out a doubt, is was the classiest guy in the music business...my all time favorite group

[@lokisan100]

I concur, without a doubt the classiest guy in music.

[@jeanedwards2497]

Yer big time Bob....🎶🎶🎶

[@virginiawilliams9998]

This is truly a beautiful song in every way. Thanks for making it last just a little longer!

[@tomhunter5704]

The Four Tops were my favorite Motown group during my junior high years. A time of crushes, good friends and fun times. The Four Tops music always triggers these fun memories. What a class act!

[@evanpace3179]

This song should be in the top ten of greatest songs written

[@TravislovesBetsy]

Originally by the LEFT BANKE

[@lynemac2539]

​@@TravislovesBetsy Written by these guys.

[@nanceejay3507]

@@lynemac2539 If these guys are the Left Banke you are correct

[@del1rn]

It was the summer of 1967, there was a tri-state battle of the bands contest that featured 500 bands from Ohio, Kentucky & West Virginia. Out of those 500, 50 bands were chosen as the finalists, the performances were staged in Charleston, WV at the Memorial Auditorium which held over 5,000 people. Our band, The Robin's Hoods, from Logan, WV was the #1 winning band. The song that won the contest for us was the version by the Four Tops of "WALK AWAY RENEE!" We won a recording contract, a generous cash prize, and a winner's trophy, along with a story of our band in tri-state newspapers. I was the lead vocalist, and the other members were excellent musicians and singers as well. We were a nine piece band who were mostly in our middle to late teens, who had been playing together for about three years when this all came together. The reason for writing this was to give credit and Honor to the ones who made this happen, The Four Tops the best of the best, and a special shout-out to the man LEVI STUBBS (RIP) the greatest Motown Vocalist of all times!

[@testingspirits7446]

Del Curry? 😳

[@lokisan100]

Is there a recording of said song? You should post it here if there is my friend.

[@RedrooAU]

This is how it should have been released what great version you have made last of this legendary group passed Monday July 22 2024, will spin this for the next week… Sydney Australia:

[@triciabuckling3385]

Beautiful song,Fantastic group!

[@Roger.Coleman1949]

The voice of Levi Stubbs, fabulous orchestration and a melody to die for and a masterpiece extended version - thanks again John !.

[@mosogotam]

+Roger Coleman ...Roger...thanks...much appreciated!

[@poopsiekins2732]

all true!

[@mikehewitt5087]

Levi had the best voice in Motown

[@deanodeano8604]

This is still, even 50 + years later , one of the greatest songs ever recorded. Simply captivating!

[@edwardherman3434]

Brings back memories of my younger days. Loved growing up in the 60s. Can't beat the talent. Four Tops are Tops!

[@christophabraham4382]

*WoW super Music !*

[@mitchelliott8710]

This is got to be the best group of all time

[@juliemarinko]

One of my top 2 favorite groups!!!!

[@klartava]

It is, by far

[@billd8838]

Only death separates us. The Four Tops, are one of the GREATEST.

[@davidmurman1660]

Love this version. Fantastic. Can't stand the crap today. Glad I grew up when music was music.

[@lokisan100]

We were the lucky ones!

[@stevegillard6259]

I"m 62 now and been around a little bit but sometimes theres those bits of music that are priceless and this is one of those times

[@markwarner598]

This song is priceless

[@ramonascott-kemp207]

I have changed my mind about this song I have always said Left Bank's original version was the best, but after listening to The Four Tops over and again and the emotion gut-wrenching emotion they put into the song I think their rendition is the best.

[@ramonascott-kemp207]

although I forgot I can no longer move the way I did back in the singing days with my band! oh yes I was moving to several of the Four Tops songs on this publication, believe me I suffered the next couple of days, regardless it was worth it!

[@thorpypoo]

I find them to be about equal which is rare for me to consider a cover equal to the original.

[@beckyhoover787]

I disagree, the Left Banke, my favorite.

[@mysticalmargaret6105]

I LOVE this extended version of the legendary Four Tops and the classic "Walk Away Renee'. You did an awesome job! :)

[@mosogotam]

+Margaret Tudor ...Margaret....thank you very much!

[@edwardclark4787]

This is my favourite Four Tops single, so I heartily approve of this wonderful extended version. Thank you.

[@2011littleguy]

As a musician, I love hearing the background music without the lead vocal. The Motown musicians were second to none.

[@nancygranger6620]

What a group! My favorite of all time! No one can match Levi’s voice, just unbelievable and so powerful! Such decent men and and all four were best friends!

[@santocataldi3355]

You. Are on. The. Money. The 4 top's at. There best. Way better than the left banke. !!!

[@bwsmyhero]

@@santocataldi3355Oh, I dunno. I think I like them both the same, but for different reasons. For sure, Levi Stubbs’ voice is better. But I do like both versions about the same.

[@chipperkeithmgb]

Saw them in oxford England about 45 years ago fantastic they were

[@greggibson9667]

GOD Bless The Four Tops!!!!

[@tomlehr861]

70 years old this music was my story growing up,

[@edwardpate6128]

64 here and growing up in the Detroit area it was amazing hearing all these great groups.

[@greggibson9667]

Mine Too

[@indy_go_blue6048]

Real drumming, real bass, real singing. I don't think I'll ever be sure what version I love the most, Left Bankes or this one, but by now it just doesn't matter.❣

[@wvsky]

I normally hate covers, but the Four Tops made this song an equal to the original. The Left Bank was wonderful, but so is the Four Tops version.

[@kukol]

It's The Left Banke not Bank.

[@richardbutler528]

The four tops were better

[@2011littleguy]

I gotta say this. I played 20 years in a Motown/Stax cover band, so I know and love the music. But I still prefer the "innocence" of the original. They "typical nasal teenager" singing this song sounds, to me, more like what the writer meant. Of course, the writer was a typical nasal teenager lol. Just to be clear, I love this cover, but prefer the original for this song.

[@tomb4575]

Then listen to " If I were a Carpenter "

[@giovanna722]

@@2011littleguy Yes, I know exactly what you mean. It's raw teenage angst makes it a stand out for me. Suits the lyrics so well.

[@rachelmorley2641]

My favourite Four Tops song - Levi Stubbs' voice is...superb. Absolute class group.

[@marknorthwest93]

A great song first popularized by the Left Banke, made even more wonderful by The Four Tops, and now polished to perfection by you, John. Congratulations on this, your 400th extended version offered up here on KZbin. You deserve a special award for that accomplishment!

[@mosogotam]

Mark...thank you. Your support is always appreciated!

[@brianboehm3698]

Miss the original Four Tops, love you!

[@lynemac2539]

Always the originals. Never had substitutes.

[@willworkforwages]

Thank you. It's interesting that Levi Stubbs never accepted star billing aka "Levi Stubbs and The Four Tops" unlike lead singers of other groups. Such humility is rare in show business. His soulful, soaring voice was unusual in the pop/rock genre then and now.

[@fredross6444]

He was certainly a class guy

[@jaimeelizondo1707]

It would've been Levi Stubbs and the three tops

[@andrewdavies7073]

A humble man

[@lokisan100]

They were together for more than 40 years, Levi Stubb's was and is a class act, did not want to leave his friends.

[@clarissacoby2653]

I had the pleasure of meeting Levi at a concert. Such a gentleman. One of fondest Memories. And he was Fine as HE🏑🏑

[@Rebecc765]

A timeless Motown cover of an ageless song. The original, by a band of White teenagers in New York called The Left Banke, was written and recorded when its composer was 17 years old. I absolutely LOVE this Four Tops cover. They took that original, so different in style, and made the quintessential Motown melody, harmony, rhythm and song, so beautifully performed and produced.

[@ofabin]

A Cover is a great compliment to the original composer's artistry. 🎶

[@chipperkeithmgb]

Thanks for the information didn’t know that

[@alankohn5577]

A profound lyric for a teenager to pen. The original feels like a teenager singing to and about another teenager. The Tops’ version speaks to adults such as myself. Both are outstandingly performed.

[@masonruybe1727]

It makes me cry straight from the heart 💜❤️💜❤️💜❤️ memories!!!!!!!

[@Rebecc765]

@alankohn5577 It WAS, originally, a song by a teenager about another teenager. He, the drummer, I believe, had a deep infatuation with the girlfriend of another band member, whom I think was the lead guitarist. The girlfriend's name was Renee. I love this cover by The Cowsills, a family bad that included their mother about five brothers and a sister, the youngest. Populsr in the late Sixties and early Seventies, you can't beat sibling harmony - it is so well blended. There are other great covers. kzbin.info/www/bejne/n3OTaoCHm5x1p80

[@tbplumbloc0]

Levi Stubbs Underated 4 TopS ClAssic Thank U

[@charleskesner1302]

Always liked their version of this song. Motown at its best.

[@jamesherdman6357]

You have taken a perfect song, a perfect group and brought it to a stellar performance

[@mosogotam]

James....I thank you very much!!!

[@alancinquino9736]

I think it is so hard to take a classic song and arrangement and cover it to perfection and then add the genius of Levi and you have a new classic. Amazing.

[@johnedwards2932]

Love everything about Levi Stubbs. Such a great performer and man.

[@davidcamp3522]

'Your name and mine inside a heart on a wall still finds a way to haunt me" without a shadow of doubt the greatest line ever.

[@TravislovesBetsy]

Originally by the LEFT BANKE.

[@inezwoodson5443]

Yes❤

[@tonybrooks1758]

where did good music like this go what the hell happened

[@christopherfranklin4760]

The "younger generation" put a stake through the heart of great music. A few good pieces of music today sneak through on occasion, but most of it is crap.

[@marilynhudson1598]

Tony Brooks.I'M WONDERING THAT SAME THING. WHERE DID OUR MUSIC GO!!??..PEACE.

[@paulellis7891]

Music has lost its class. Today's music has no talent

[@aigomar]

Could you please make an extended version of the Four Tops song "Back to School Again" from the 1982 musical feature "Grease 2" as soon as possible?

[@carloduncan3595]

There was too much easy money for those on the top.

[@lokisan100]

Thank you John for all the extended versions, I will cherish them forever. RIP John, you earned it.

[@patrickhicks9880]

you'd have to be made of stone not to love this i'm glad there are people out there that appreciate this stuff like i do

[@bflatfood]

Damn! What a group! Outstanding cover of a classic. Possibly the most famous of all the one hit wonders.

[@tracyneatherway2001]

Levi Stubbs voice gives me chills.

[@TR-vr5pz]

join the crowd (and Im a straight male)

[@WilliamDoyle-rb6lt]

Me too.

[@carzone2321]

Amazing... I have every version .. just found this... always liked the four Tops version... now I really love it.. nice job!

[@barneshomestead1240]

Miss you so much mosogotam...NOBODY COULD DO THESE MIXES LIKE YOU R.I.P. YOUR LEGACY LIVES ON HERE!

[@peterking1376]

This has gotta be one of the best 'extended' versions i've heard produced - great song .. fabulous !

[@mosogotam]

Thanks a lot, Peter!

[@hepburnscott5618]

Smoother and drips with more honey than the majority of the crap on the radio today. Sweet, sweet, classy music, sung by world class musicians, big tune!!

[@khaladsaad.al-mowallad6532]

Walk Away Renée" is a song written by Michael Brown, Bob Calilli, and Tony Sansone for the band the Left Banke, released as a single in July 1966.

[@TR-vr5pz]

RIP John (mosogotam) Thanks for your work on all of these extended versions of Motown classics - of course all Motown songs are classics - you will be missed sir!!!

[@TheDiva4361]

It's October 3rd, 2021. I saw them in concert even I was a little girl. This is real music!!!!

[@johnbrocklehurst3570]

If I want Motown this is where I come,these mixes are simply incredible. God Bless Motown.

[@CliffMcAulay]

It's not so bad being in lockdown with these marvellous sounds. Thank you. I do hope you are all keeping safe.

[@2mortar1]

Dn't know what we would have done in our day not being able to go out or put this on the juke box .

[@johncratty5057]

I'm 73 and never get tired of hearing the 4 Tops.

[@miguelsolo6810]

Right behind you friend (72) us old goats know the good stuff..

[@lokisan100]

Right there with you sir!

[@phyllismauro8481]

I'm glad I grew up to the wonderful music,instead of this shit music of today.This is call talented,trained vocals.Today anyone with no voice can make a recording with the technology we have.

[@miguelsolo6810]

@@phyllismauro8481 I hear you Phyllis, you my kind of ...hey lets dance...

[@howardcarver1415]

I’m 73 and have been a Motown Lover since 1963. ❤

[@kimbo3068]

A Thousand Thanks 4Tops!!

[@SteveWeaverIvyfield]

MOSOGOTAM (John Perrone) is no longer here to make these truly SUPREME extended versions. He sadly succumbed to the Corona-19 virus in early 2020.

[@MrSteveG58]

Damn so sorry to read... Bless him for is talents that we've enjoyed.

[@BTLFAEN]

An instance where the cover (Four Tops 1968) is superior to the original (Left Banke, 1966).

[@divaqueen9747]

WOW THIS SONG TAKES ME BACK.. WAY BACK WHEN LIVE WAS MUCH BETTER & CARING WAS FELTED ALL AROUND. THE 60'D & THE 70'S WERE THEE BEST YEARS.. I LEARN HOW TO HAND DANCE BY USING MY BROTHERS NECK TIES... LIL SIS' STILL HAVE THOSE SAME MOVES...

[@juliemarinko]

+Diva queen A long time ago...in a land far away - I was born in Detroit in the 50's and raised in Inkster, MI - best time EVER!!!!

[@bwsmyhero]

I loved everything The 4 Tops did. I don’t know if I could say that about most groups. It’s hard to choose a favorite song of theirs. Well, possibly “Ask the Lonely”, but it’s a hard choice.

[@jinndoe7068]

Bernadette is my heart.

[@ajc7166]

Mosogotom, you are the saviour of my Motown memories, I can now listen to all my favourite Motown & Northern Soul again and again just as I have for the last 40 odd years but now they are refreshed. Brill job.

[@mosogotam]

thank you, Alan....a whole LOT!!!

[@robh2556]

I'm a white guy who loves this genre of music. What fascinates me is how today the black minority is so oppressed yet these performers overcame the same "obstacles" to create top 40 hits and become iconic to our musical heritage. Today we get foul mouth rap crap that is absolute garbage. What a sad thing to have lost.

[@bluebelly07]

And to prove your point Rob, the halftime show at the 2018 college football championship game by Kendrick Lamar chanting that 'foul mouth crap' on national television shows just how far some black 'artists' (I use that term loosely) have fallen! Very sad, indeed!

[@Labaron26]

What's being a White Guy have to do with this song?

[@JamesWilliams-cq8xm]

Rob white people mistreated blacks back then to dont you think black people get tired of yalls bullshit we dont need yalls openion on how we should act but gods something yall dont believe in because if yall did yall wouldnt mistreat us but god will take care of yall in the end

[@lemurlover7975]

try listening to Christian hip hop please, it's nothing to do with skin color but everything to do with who influenced or inspired the words: Satan or Jesus? We have people of all colors singing and rapping hateful things inspired by Satan and we also have people of all colors singing and rapping good and peaceful God-inspired music. For example: The Newsboys (past and current stuff), Steven Wiley (80s) "Bible Break;" MC Hammer "Pray" (80s); Babyface (90s), "How Long" ; Lauryn Hill (90s) - "Everything is Everything" India Arie "I see God in you"

[@robertsettle2590]

@@JamesWilliams-cq8xm you have problems!!!

[@markvananzo7933]

It is simply the best, can't go back, if only. Scream class, the Four Tops

[@ronwashburn1978]

I wish had a way back machine

[@derekpoutch7038]

you have its called you tube.

[@johncmiles1]

Me too, but I think I would go back farther than the 1960's.

[@terryharcourt4120]

Ron Washburn me to

[@douglashedricks8255]

I simply Adore this song! Thank you for the lovely extended version ❣️

[@billd8838]

I once heard The Four Tops were a very unique group. A lead baritone supported by tenners.

[@felixnorman9562]

Levi Stubbs had the best voice of all the singers from "Motown"!

[@ziondaniel7]

I grew up in the 80's and this was still such a big part of the type of music I listened to

[@lynemac2539]

And it was old music then. But we're still listening!

[@walleyeman50]

Why can’t we all just get along?

[@poopsiekins2732]

back again! favorite group favorite song favorite version!! thank you mosogotam!!

[@stevegiglio8260]

The TOPS the BEST &&&& the BEST Motown band of all times there nothing like driving in a lowered 1964 Chev Impala and playing Four Tops on your 8 track

[@GavsNoGoon]

Sad romantic songs don't come better than this, the instrumentation, Levi's unique voice and those lyrics create an atmospheric, emotional sound blend. 'Your name and mine, in a heart on a wall' Still enjoying this 50 years on,

[@johnrichardson-dawes3537]

"Your name and mine inside a heart on a wall.." That line, that song, still haunts me. Love it. Thanks for the extended version.

[@Labaron26]

This is a perfect example of why the Music of the 50s and 60s Era is far above what is in today's Generation....I wish I could go back.

[@andyhawkins642]

I love this song. Although I’m from England I can feel the innocence and magic of those teenage years in the US, the flavour was infectious, the cars, the girls the optimism. So many great bands and as Len below says, the poignant memories that are often trapped inside a song….your name and mine inside a heart on a wall.

[@MalcolmGaultWilliams]

i was there. i love the originals and i love your extended versions even more!

[@mosogotam]

Malcolm.....thanks so very much!!

[@lokisan100]

I was there as well.

[@TR-vr5pz]

I stupidly let a very nice Renee walk away - I always wanted great looks over a woman's heart - big mistake

[@LKKMD]

Yep!Been there too my friend.

[@kier5842]

Well done, many thanks. Excellent editing. Best I've heard.

[@charlesjones998]

I love listening to your work, especially how you let us hear what's going on in the background , vocals and instrumentals. WELL DONE !!!!!

[@mosogotam]

Thanks, Charles!!!!!

[@maryruggiero2884]

ditto!! your work is wonderful! I enjoy it immensely!! thanks for sharing your talent!!

[@mosogotam]

Mary...thanks! Much appreciated!

[@lindametcalf8297]

I was in high school wen I heard that song I am now 70 and still remember it

[@texascclp1445]

My New Favorite version of this song. Excellent Job! Thanks!

[@traviscornell3549]

Wow. Just Wow. Never heard this version. I don't usually like remakes of songs when the original version was great. Too often the remake is just lame, done by others who don't have the talent for original music. The Celine Dion remake of The Power of Love is an exception. The original by Air Supply was stunningly gorgeous. The Celine Dion remake was better. This version of Just Walk Away Renee by The Four Tops is another. Just Wow.

[@timmchugh6386]

This music broke the divide between race colour or creed fantastic music 60's & 70's

[@williamlynch3546]

By far the TOPS were the VERY BEST at singing this beautiful song. Amen

[@robertminkler4696]

A magnificent stretch of a great song.

[@philiptucci2458]

Magnificent masterpiece, very special classic from the Four Tops, great music & memories of life, top of the line solid gold standard of excellence

[@KkOhsnapKK]

Absolutely wonderful listening all my life

[@margieeee1]

I love this extended version John! Great job - brings me right back to the 60's!

[@mosogotam]

Awwww...Margie!!! Thanks! Glad you enjoyed it!

[@windsurfdaves]

Just been trying to find on iTunes. Then penny dropped. Thanks for creating this version it’s great

[@Music4allofU]

One beauty after another. Inspirational.

[@udoitnow1]

Thanks for another good one mosogotam :) I wonder why the Funk Brothers was never really talked about much in those days. I only found out about them maybe 10 years ago on a PBS special. And I only found out about the Andantes after listing to some of your extended versions from Motown. The never got the credit they deserved. Thanks again for so many memories!

[@mosogotam]

Ruth....thank you so very much!