Maurice White / Earth, Wind & Fire - Be Ever Wonderful - Live 1979

Maurice White / Earth, Wind & Fire - Be Ever Wonderful - Live in Essen, Germany, 1979.
Grugahalle, Essen, March 10, 1979. Rockpalast.
Maurice White - Vocals
Verdine White - Bass
Philip Bailey - Vocals
Larry Dunn - Keyboards
Al McKay - Guitar
Fred White - Drums
Johnny Graham - Guitar
Andrew Woolfolk - Sax
Ralph Johnson - Vocals
Phenix Horns
In memory of Maurice White 1941 - 2016 R.I.P.

[@edwardwright7042]

No one can do That song Like Maurice white I'm sorry Hands down he was a genius And to see him perform this particular song was amazing

[@dexxtur]

I have to agree. I’d actually love to hear someone come close but so far it just hasn’t happened.

[@janismcdonald2979]

Yes,brothers and sisters ,he owns this song right here ,right now, ! I feel you Rice,,he is ever wonderful.I hear you in the background Philip, and is that smooth sax Andrew Woolfolk ?always my fave,RIP Don Myrick,,,love you too.

[@edwardwright7042]

@@janismcdonald2979 that's right brother!!

[@edwardwright7042]

@@dexxtur absolutely at least for now LOL!

[@sohappytogether353]

The swag!!

[@Minister1Little]

It was 1978...I had just enlisted into U.S Marines, my girlfriend and future wife of our 5 children danced very slow to this song prom night...later on I got her pregnant with our first child...Thanks Earth wind and fire!

[@solomonizeal5674]

I volunteered during the draft so I could pick my own poison (MOS), I saw EWF the first time in 1975 at the Nassau Coliseum in Strong Island New York while I was on leave, the 2nd time in 1979 at the no longer there Seattle Coliseum, by the way EWF played for 31/2 hours anyways that was a beautiful story you told about your family & blessings to you and yours, Semper Fi, my unit was the 2nd battalion 39th Infantry out of the 9th Infantry Division, were the Boys of Company B at Ft. Lewis Seattle WA. 98433.☯️✊👊🙏

[@sylviasmith3746]

Something we should think about right now

[@debraedgerton8304]

Forever and more!!! Queenbee 😅 Still Learning thy way!!! Amen😌

[@vilmarsouzaferreira860]

Maurice, Beautiful, fantastic Singer. Earth Wind and Fire, the best.

[@fabecollage5804]

if you love this song, you're probably my Friend !

[@pyt5132]

Amazing performance. I can feel his emotions while he’s singing. RIP Reese.

[@hermannealjr207]

Hope to see him in the New World / the Resurrection Hope (John 5:28,29) where sickness and death will cease to exist. (Rev 21:4)

[@kamsteele8099]

Maurice White in my opinion was underrated as a singer. because his voice had the power to actually make the listener feel what he was singing, and in conjunction with the awesome musicianship of the band, and the backup vocals always takes you to another level. R.I.P. Maurice, you may be gone physically, but you will remain with us forever. I saw Earth, Wind and Fire live in 1976, The Spirit Tour, and the performance they gave was phenomenal.

[@frankrivers2183]

I too was blessed to see EWF live during the 70's when they were in their prime. Fantastic show that brought together people from all races and backgrounds under a common theme of good music and positive vibes. I always left their show feeling good inside. EWF was definitely part of the soundtrack of my life. RIP and many thanks Maurice.

[@kamsteele8099]

@@frankrivers2183, you are absolutely correct. When I saw them in 1976 at the Nassau Coliseum the crowd was mixed, and everyone had a beautiful time and as we were walking out of the concert after the show, people who were perfect strangers just started conversing about the show and spent time in the parking lot just having a great time. And there was no stupid stuff, just everyone enjoying the event.

[@nathanieldavis5231]

Saw the Spirit tour too in 76 at the Nassau Veterns Memorial Coliseum with Valerie W. One of the greatest nights of my life !!

[@4tun1]

That voice...that man...

[@adrienneburke5619]

So glad I was alive when this shaped me

[@johnkeller7824]

If I ever get re-married, I want this to be my wedding song. It's just a song that sends chills thru your body and you actually feel it! Maurice White and Larry Dunn were geniuses for this one!

[@wandawandittybradley7970]

Amen it's that 1

[@shavonnie2106]

Totally agree !!! I always insisted my husband only danced with me during this song. He’s deceased now but he absolutely LOVED “EWF”! Maurice KILLIN those high notes👏🏼👏🏼🔥✨

[@michaelb2388]

I assume your previous spouse didn't stay ever wonderful! 🤣

[@MrKelly-ll1lx]

🎵 Don't let the world 🌎, change your mind, change your mind, change your mind, change your mind 🎵

[@AntiAntBeats]

I keep repeating that one part 🔥

[@rooseveltday6687]

💯💯💯💯💯💯💯

[@MrKelly-ll1lx]

@@AntiAntBeats Yes, the emphasis is there for a reason! God bless and Christ cares.

[@KevinSmith-cm3bs]

Maurice White is one of the most underrated singer in all of music history. This man was truly hands a musical genius!!!$

[@easylivingwithniecy4317]

Vocals likes no other.

[@charlesbolds406]

Maurice White and was the master mind of 1 of the baddest bands in my era and still is 2023.🤷🏿‍♂️😏

[@humbertoribeiro9969]

This version of this song, as I see it and feel it, is the best I've heard so far. The continuous sound of the legendary Gary Byal's sax makes you cry, the sound of the sax feels like a lament that even brings good things and feelings from the soul. And the magnificent voice of Maurice White gives all the meaning to this beautiful melody.

[@humbertoribeiro9969]

@@FunkSoulBluesJazzRockPop I am very grateful for your explanation regarding this song and at the same time for knowing that it is not Gary Bias on sax but Don Myrick. Don Myrick is phenomenal in this version of "Be Ever Wonderful". I love to hear this version, the sound of the sax is as if it were a lament and soft accompanied by the other musicians of the band. In fact this song is the face of the band Earth, Wind & Fire. Thank you very much !!!

[@lj3musicjulien855]

That's not Gary Bias on alto sax, it's the original saxophonist, the late Mr. Don Myrick. That concert was recorded in 1979, long before Gary Bias came along.

[@lindatallon9217]

Goosebumps .chills.....😂❤

[@ju34edwards]

One of my favorites by ewf. No one could sing it like Maurice White.

[@tikinov]

People don't realize the genius of Maurice White ... take this song you have a three part harmony plus the horns as the fourth all arranged by this genius...listen to the original track ( un-fucking believable) When ever I need a boost of spiritual enlightenment... THIS IS MY GO GO TO ANTIDOTE

[@theronedawson3236]

Watching this video on 4/14/2021 made me realize once again that I and those of my generations were blessed to see true musicians. EWF were simply the best and Maurice White was outstanding. Real Musicians not auto tune.

[@shavonnie2106]

🥲ABSOLUTELY BEAUTIFUL. I have No doubt that I would have cried at a live show ! Holding it back at home. I’m sure this song Spoke to him in a way only he knows. Loaded with passion and compassion 💥💯✨🥲🔥WE NEED ALL THAT TODAY 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼✨🙏🏽🌹

[@dejagrl00]

💜💜💜💜 I wish todays music had feeling like this . Sing Maurice!!!!

[@anthonymann3413]

New schoolers this is for youuuuu allll ❤❤️‍🩹 Love EWF still listening radio2023

[@dmcarden]

Man... this group has been my favorite since I was a kid but unfortunately I never got the chance to see them live with Maurice. This was so beautiful.. ty for posting it. I've probably played at least one of their songs every day since I first heard them..and I'm 59 lol. Reese.. hope one day we can see you sing again

[@l.lockleer8836]

That would be GREAT!

[@charleswilliams8248]

This live version is speechless 😶! Bad to the bone 🦴!

[@shawash32]

❤❤❤❤😭😭 Sang..this song hits my spirit...RIP MR. WHITE!!

[@alvenatgolden1781]

So Beautifully Done! The sound Feels like It is coming From Some sweet and Peaceful place that only he knows. Love And Appreciate You Always.

[@glorianelson4575]

First time I've seen this live version. Love this song omg.😘😘😘😘😘😘😪💋💋💋💋💋💋💋💋💋💋💋💞

[@milesmoss359]

Mr. M. White was a soul toucher, and he touched mine, EWF will always be my favorite group because of him

[@kaej9310]

Maurice White... thank you for the heart, the soul and love of EWF.. Your music lives on. Philip Bailey, Verdine White and Fred White thanks for all

[@ayebaybay0117]

I always loved them since I was a child growing up in 70s

[@rodneyballardsr5250]

Some artists don't sound the same live. He does!! RIP Maurice..

[@sassyintrovert]

I mean he's singing that song effortlessly

[@jdunn85]

I'm getting chills 2021!!! sing the damn song Maurice!!!!

[@redlibra120]

This is soul … . Love always!!!!

[@venusclark3066]

I’m always on my Earth Wind and Fire before the Verses but this song right here Wow I don’t know if I heard it before as a kid or maybe I’m just old enough to understand it now♥️♥️♥️

[@MrKelly-ll1lx]

Wow, just a few views 😮 Potent, inspiration right here!

[@dawnwrenn1758]

Nothing but heart and soul

[@reneeroberson1217]

This song has always been deep in my soul 💗 in the mist of it all Be Ever Wonderful ❣️

[@andre7250]

Sends chills through me!! The greatest band ever!!!

[@tremainem]

Here after the epic versuz

[@yvonneoliver4564]

YESSS and I can't handle it....smh. 💕🔥💕🔥💕🔥

[@HarrisPilton789]

Me, too. The verzuz was my 1st time hearing this beautiful song.

[@robmorrison1043]

This was the pinnacle years of EW&F and Maurice. I saw them dozens of times since 76, and 78 to 82 was the greatest sounding live line up! The GENIUS of Maurice White!

[@robinjackson8554]

Phenomenal vocals, love and miss Maurice

[@reneeroberson1217]

💯💯 this song is so deep 💞

[@leahnole9771]

I was in love with Maurice White from a young girl, to a teenager to an adult woman- his style, his swagger, his finess, his beautiful singing voice, his beautiful style, even his receding hairline and broad forehead made me swoon! What a beautiful, brilliant Man! RIP Mr. Maurice White!

[@cherryshyne29]

LOL! Yessss

[@beautyRest1]

It was just something about him that made him very sexy on stage! I loved him too. Met him briefly when they did a show in Germany! Super nice guy! I also read his biography and it was great!!!!

[@anthonymann3413]

A very special performance vocal Angel

[@rolandomontano7704]

The best ever....Mr. Morris white.....RIP....🙏

[@humbertoribeiro9969]

Essa música dar uma saudade imensa de uma época feliz. Uma época em que ser romântico era tudo. Bons tempos idos...

[@tiffanybaker6315]

I remember being a kid like dad pls turn that down. He loves The Elements. Now they're one of my favorites. It touches my soul every time I listen... much respect and love.

[@nancyvandenbrande2197]

This song is so nice ❤❤ it makes me cry all the time that I hear it ❤️❤️ EWF are the best in rhe world ❤️thank you for making this song ❤️❤️🌹

[@kevinpaige5746]

One of the best singers ever!!!!!!! Maurice White! YES

[@kevingreen650]

As it is today, what I wanna say, is be ever wonderful in your own sweet way....... You can't write that again!!!!!!!!! Master piece 😢

[@bookerwright3631]

The song and performance spot on

[@dionnedimmier7955]

Gone to soon , such a beautiful voice…I keep this on repeat in 2021. RIP AND HARMONY

[@sherieberrie1479]

Maurice vibing big time..could feel it❤❤❤

[@constancemcqueen8829]

You're absolutely right. Today is Nov. 2021.

[@hermannealjr207]

The GREATEST BARITONE EVER!!!

[@jgirl783]

I’ll be here all morning listening to the legends. ❤️🔉🎶❤️

[@paulaloud65]

BEAUTIFUL. RIP Maurice White. You were and are wonderful. Iconic.

[@robertupchurch1937]

GREATEST BAND EVER!!!

[@andre7250]

The Greatest Band Ever!!!

[@shavonnie2106]

I LOVE … love… he’s killing this song and hitting those high notes/lyrics 🔥🔥👏🏼

[@dfrank4life]

This song made 😢 a little😅

[@khadija555]

Essence of soulful music..beautiful 💟

[@sinaticos.rockers9444]

Que grande MAURICE!!! 💓

[@chefe.muhammad.thenationsc5841]

Thank you soooo much Good Music Lovers.. Ive been looking for this..Even in 2020..

[@Alexthegreat27]

Nearly 44 years ago and as timeless a performance as ever. RIP Maurice. Thank you for shining your light on this world to help us see that much clearer...

[@lahomabennett9028]

Still my absolute favorite💕

[@alvenatgolden1781]

Back again Reese and again and again always!

[@farrahbluestone2455]

What an awesome Amazing performance!

[@williamwebster7325]

South Memphis is where he's from God bless him and his family amen 🙏 🙌 👏 ❤️ 💙 ♥️ 🙏 😊

[@wandawandittybradley7970]

Be Ever Wonderful just stay as u r. Sing Maruice rip

[@anthonymann3413]

Maurice has that spirit in his performance from tge universe amen,still listening radio2021 amann

[@anndavis2920]

i missed hearing Phillip Bailey but i enjoyed this & sang PB's part. ty & god bless

[@carlcleveland4100]

Man! This song always touches my soul!

[@mrmaxxx94]

Rip Maurice white put this down and amazing

[@EWFMW]

My love,my sense,my joy☀️⭐️MW&EWF🙏

[@jenjay0167]

Never saw the original full group, but man! This song moves the soul. He sangin

[@TheMightyPeopleOSN]

Man I loved Earth, Wind & Fire ... and to me basically Maurice White was EW&F I wish no when they perform and appear they would give much more props and love to their founder RIP Brother Maurice White "Be Ever Wonderful"

[@AnnaNacenta-kk3oq]

I❤

[@greatmusic2645]

He's singing from the depths...

[@funksway8565]

Please share a rare 70's live version of Maurice singing Love's Holiday 🙏🏾. Just greatness, this live version

[@abdelraufellebehidisaez9314]

Cómo pudo hacerse esa música? Cómo se puede interpretar de diferentes maneras y provocar siempre que tú energía vibre en 528 Hz? Tu si que serás eternamente maravilloso. Te amare por siempre Maurice White. Gracias Dios por tanto amor

[@georgebanks6193]

😇😇😇😇😇😇🥰🥰..That dude Right There!.. notice Noone on the planet would be foolish enough to attempt a rendition...its Illegal.....oh my lord that voice and the elements that phillip bailys falsetto is inpecable....

[@humbertoribeiro9969]

Essa versão desta música, ao meu ver e sentir, é a melhor que ouvi até hoje. O som contínuo do sax do lendário Gary Byal, faz até chorar, o som do sax parece um lamento que até faz brotar coisas e sentimentos bons da alma. E a magnífica voz de Maurice White dar todo o significado a esta linda melodia.

[@jackheinle54]

Even with the bad quality video this still someone sounds better than the studio version

[@merobit]

fantastic

[@rochellewarren6219]

💜💥

[@reese194]

Powerful song!

[@chowinkle]

Wow. And to think he originally wanted to hide behind the drums. Love you Reese!

[@lucasjamiroquai]

descobri vendo The get down, desde 2017 não paro de ouvir!

[@robinalecia7554]

I'm getting Marvin Gaye vibe from Maurice on this cut. Be ever Wonderful Maurice yess sing the song yes sir Salute you

[@sampowellmusic]

Freaking great. Period.

[@djoeandlav]

Majestic music!

[@philjohns3533]

MW...the quintessential alpha male voice...no falsettos, no luther...and the best benefactor of entertainment

[@lozarkderccy3254]

Man, so so so good!

[@kfree7284]

🌎💨&🔥= 🐐

[@janismcdonald2979]

I love you, Maurice RIP !!!

[@janismcdonald2979]

I dedicate this song to my big brother,who is the epitome of these words! Thank you Maurice for your hella spin on this song,,,may you both RIP ! I love you ❤️

[@misterjones30044]

I wanna see the rest of this concert but what happened to “don’t let the world change your mind?" My fav part🏳️‍🌈

[@oneredgemsf]

I was waiting for that part too.

[@carolynfayson7272]

Maurice is genius such a sincere singer about his music his songs will live on.

[@dontiu7487]

yawwwwww❤️

[@williamwebster7325]

Maurice white is south Memphis and his brother wow😀🕵🤓😞🙏

[@b1bo840]

verdine is from chicago