Gladys Knight on Diana Ross Kicking Her Off Tour, Making $10 at 1st Show + Sway Calls Mom Live onair

What an honor! The legendary Empress of Soul, Gladys Knight blessed our Shade 45 studio with her presence and gems. With over 50 years of a soulful career, she told us stories that we have never heard before.
Like the time Diana Ross kicked her off her tour as an opening act because she was too good! Or singing "Heard it From the Grapevine" before Marvin Gaye did. She even spoke about her Mother putting together Gladys Knight & the Pips group and earning $10 at their first gig.
There was so much good energy in the room, that Sway had to call his Mother and share his excitement for having this legend as a guest on his show!
Ms. Gladys Knight has been around since the 50's, but transitioned so well through the decades and shifts of music, she explained that that was because her parents "never allowed us to have one kind of music," encouraging her and her siblings to listen and be inspired by other genres.
Watch above and catch her on tour with The O'Jays!
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[@sjibv]

The way Sway introduced her was so loving and respectful. we need more of this in our community.

[@Coratime]

She was embracing and enjoying that intro!!! 🤗

[@stevencourtney7008]

Yes, he did. We need more of that in the world at large.

[@CorrectiveVision3]

Gladys knight is like that cool aunt you look forward to seeing at the family cookout. LOL

[@SheenaD444]

Yes

[@focused313]

agreed.

[@chrisprice1242]

CorrectiveVision3 you met her

[@honeegrrl]

I know right, she's aunty Gladys :-)

[@jmcfadden2051]

Yup

[@africanviolet777]

Gladys is such a beautiful woman.

[@cheekylade]

AfricanViolet Well it's best to quit while you're ahead.

[@jazzwatch64]

One of MY favorite female voices...and still a HOTTIE :).......

[@elena2426]

She is a legend! I love her so much. No one has a voice like her.

[@ceceliahayes8611]

SUREURIGHT... NOBODY , BUT NOBODY BLESSINGS ALL 🙏🏾❤🙏🏾c

[@lindalackey4609]

Patti LaBelle ,Stephanie Mills, Aretha Franklin ,Phyllis Hyman ,Fantasia ,Sade, Anita baker ,Toni Braxton ,may I go on ,I like Gladys but her music never really moved me

[@RJNumber45]

When they were younger, Gladys Knight and Tina Turner sounded ALOT alike...

[@margueritebrown9976]

Hey Gina

[@bettyefolk6589]

Gladys is my girl! She's my all time favorite singer.

[@dedi58]

She belongs among the greatest singers love you Gladys!!!!!

[@theloverswineverytime1625]

dedi58 ...The best female vocalist of all time, imo. Then Aretha next. Then after those two, it's just everybody else. Well, wait...Phyllis Hyman was a BAD (meaning "good") sumn sumn, too.

[@mroosie7488]

Seen Gladys 5 times in concert. So humble

[@lindasedberry2343]

I love her ❤❤

[@ProphetsOfRockTV]

Sway is another one who needs an award of some sort. He's so great for the culture. His interviews, this one specifically, is always conducted with such class. Love his mother talking to Gladys, you can tell he where he gets his interviewing skills and musical knowledge from (as well as his own hard work and merit). Gladys has the hits, License to Kill and If I Were Your Woman are my favourites.

[@ceceliahayes8611]

HE LIVED OR HIS MOM LIVED IN THE SHOMBURG ROUND TOWERS IN NYC FOR YEARS ...I SAW HIM ON THE ELEVATOR MANY DAYS ...SUCH A GREAT ENERGY PEACEFUL AND SERENE MANY BLESSINGS TO SWAY AND HIS FAMILY🙏🏾❤🙏🏾c... PS ...DEFINITELY DESERVES AN AWARD OF SOME STATUE.

[@6JEVAIS]

Gladys Knight is still relevant in music today. I love her. Her musical ability, her heart, her attitude and of course her music. YOU ARE NATURAL TREASURE...

[@ephemeralsamsara]

Gladys Knight is a legend and a truly timeless talent. Beautiful music amazing woman.

[@ceceliahayes8611]

AND LOOKING QUITE GREAT ..I MIGHT ADD ...YOUTHFUL AND DW WIT THE SILENT MOVEMENT. LOOK AT HER CHOICE IN HAIR .YEP🤗🙏🏾❤c

[@tahiraj.2456]

I absolutely love this woman, her voice and her band..

[@GRTVO]

Gladys Knight is one of the greatest voices EVER.

[@junebugtheboz500]

I love how humble, honest and down to earth she is.

[@ebiyejombo]

A true original, I've never ever not seen this woman not smiling. Super talented!

[@V59971]

What sway did was Priceless .......Calling his mum on air....Peace to You Brother...love u Gladys...

[@perth45]

I agree with him...the most under- rated vocalist ever.....'love overboard'...'save the over time'.... 'Hero'.....the list goes on.....AWESOME.....

[@dwightlove3704]

Perth 45 she did the soundtrack for the movie "Claudine"

[@traceyseace5505]

The pain and angst in "If I Was Your Woman"...whooo!

[@TheLovely990]

Gladys Knight is a legend! Love her voice, and music!

[@ezekielthemack]

You cannot help but love Gladys Knight. Such a beautiful and genial human being.

[@whatigot2say]

+ezekielthemack she's a sneak. with her passive aggressive ass. that diana ross story was shady.. shows her to be a passive aggressive sneak.

[@SpeedyDeath]

+whatigot2say Diana Ross is that you? 😂

[@subscribetogeminiunboxed8010]

+Brandon Gantt 😂😂😂 yep #busted u so stupid for dat!!

[@whatigot2say]

miss lisa haa haa no DR is getting ready for her 2nd Vegas residency at the Vienetian hotel, first one sold out in April.. still making millions ... not talking about silly who did me wrong stories from 50 yrs ago.

[@subscribetogeminiunboxed8010]

+whatigot2say right!! still getting her coins boo!! but hella people got #d. ross threw me under the bus" stories. I'm talking things that derailed folks career and landed them back in the ghetto. but in real life, like e40 said...#everybodygotchoices

[@TheNikehead76]

Claudine soundtrack is the best motion picture soundtrack ever, love this lady.

[@sweetazzpiew8490]

TheNikehead76 Yessssssss!! the best baby!!

[@val9170]

Curtis Mayfield so talented he wrote all those songs

[@jayd8547]

Curtis Mayfield was a genius. To this DAY. The Soundtrack to “Claudine” and the soundtrack to “Sparkle” in which he did with Aretha stay on my iphone, and in rotation on the regular, and I’m I only 33. But I was raised right! LoL

[@2duck566]

FAVORITE ALBUM PERIOD

[@bigeman25]

One of the greatest singers ever , thank you Ms Knight and the Pips for all the years of soulful joy you have given to the world. Love you.

[@marciawilder9843]

Gladys, You are the epitome of love, & grace! I have "Always" loved your music! Their will never, ever be another "Diva" like "You"! Thank you for all the "Amazing" years, I will love you always...May the Lord continue to bless your "Sweet Self"!

[@1946bigdaddy]

If I was sent to a deserted island and was told that I could only take music of one artist, it would be Gladys Knight. Her voice and delivery is unmatched and speaks directly to my soul!

[@goldenboi778]

Gladys is a true LEGEND!!!!

[@sdseals2076]

She really is underrated and she is really, really talented. I am so glad that she is still around.

[@carolyndavis3152]

I beg the differ. This woman iz celebrated for her talent. She iz phenomenal.

[@gracegreen1859]

@@carolyndavis3152 I mean she isn’t mainstream. It’s like a keke vs zendaya. Keke is Gladys and zendaya is Diana. All successful in their own right. But only two are truly megastars and mainstream

[@carolyndavis3152]

@@gracegreen1859 You are allowing mainstream to determine who and what you feel are standards. They promoted Diane because she was closer to what they uphold as talent and beauty. Why do you think Barry told Gladys to stop touring? Whoever in power can make standards in all area of activity. The area of entertainment is control by certain individuals in power. Wake up out your matrix. My mother is an elderly woman but Keke is a super star to her and she holds Keke in high regards. However, I do not think she has a clue about who zendaya is. I can assume you have certain standards of beauty as well because you have allowed yourself to be brainwashed to accept what is promoted to you.

[@carolyndavis3152]

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[@donnasneed9473]

I love Ms Knight. I grew up with her and she is a legend and so humble.

[@JLPerryTV]

She keeps herself up. She looks amazing

[@Fanouvvi]

Black do not crack.. fo sho... She sits there looking beautiful like black gold. Thank you, Ms. Gladys Knight. When you sung "Make yours a happy home" from "Claudine Movie" Shortly after, I was ready to be in a relationship. But, Ms. Gladys, you taught me about heartbreak "Neither One Of Us Want To Be The First To Say Goodbye" I adore this song so much every time I hear it, I teared up. So, I thank you for many other great songs from the past to present. I love you, Ms G. Knights

[@faithford9143]

I love Gladys Knight. She is not underrated. She is a Icon. The best singer in the music world. 🙏🏽🙌🏽

[@MsWildberry1]

Gladys is one of greatest female singers of our time. I love her. A genuine icon and legend. 🎼🎼🎼💜🖤💜🎼🎼🎼

[@NiaNeek]

I love Ms. Knight. Living Legend, singing since she was a child. Voice is still golden. "Save the Overtime", "if I were your woman" still in heavy rotation

[@speaksing]

Gladys Knight was my first concert. I was 5 years old and cried. My father, (RIP) asked why I was crying and I said, "Because I wanna be like her when I grow up". Blessings to you Gladys, you've touched so many with your gift.

[@kathycarter4368]

I love ❤️ auntie Gladys

[@kofirey6752]

I grew up in Los Angeles and Diana Ross Started out as my mentor. But that only lasted for a minute. Gladys Knight truly is the Empress. She has carried herself as a true roll model and a True testament of my ideal of a True African Lioness. Gladys your voice went straight to the heart and soul.

[@AutismTheaterProject]

That's interesting. Were you a singer in LA?

[@redred9382]

The Respect this man gave his mom was very commendable, he let her talk and didn’t interrupt or rush her. Salute Sway🙋🏾‍♀️

[@plunky07]

Gladys Knight you still beautiful diva God bless🎤🎶🎼💖

[@christeec1918]

Empress of R&B! One classy, soulful, extraordinary talent! Gladys Knight!!

[@MochaBusPassLady]

Gladys Knight once hugged me in the street, San Francisco, before a book singing. I NEVER ask for hugs, but she is like family to many of us fans and I will never forget that she acquiesced. Warm, real, true and of course a legendary talent that will never fade. LOVE GLADYS! Excellent interview, especially with Sway's mom.

[@thankthelord4536]

gladys is so beautiful and classy.

[@cocoa080761]

Ms Gladys is a queen🎤🌹⭐️👑👑

[@speway]

I love this segment. Big ups to Sway for making this happen. Love me some Gladys...she just makes me smile and I love to smile.

[@treewizdom6093]

Gladys Knight is a class act! Love that Sway called his Mom to speak with this awesome musical giant! I will always remember the songs and the feelings they derived in me as a teen. I grew up with Motown in the '60's. And, at 71, she's still young, beautiful, talented and will always be a class act. She is a musical legend who stays relevant. LOVE HER!!!

[@camillesmith5132]

A BIG VOICE: and a small stature of a woman! I met her as well and had to tell her that her music was in my childhood. Told her that my sister and I sang her songs on the swing set as my mother was working....Daddy could swear-I declare....

[@camillesmith5132]

Let us NOT forget: the movie Claudine my mother loved that movie and her music! Just watched it again and of course water works 🌊💦....

[@lisareid2855]

One of the few Legendary voices we still have that actually still has amazing vocals.

[@rudolfschenker]

A legendary artist that is also the top form of a sweet, classy lady. Gladys is an American treasure.

[@vB-yr8we]

Can't touch her for class, and that voice is timeless.I loved her from every beat of my heart to the present.Claudine touched my soul.

[@bubbleworship]

What a class act. She is a legend, and the respect in the studio, from the host, from his mother, was wonderful. A joy.

[@GoldCoastRecordsInc]

Sway's mum sounds highly intellectual. Great media personalities are raised by great mothers like her. So proud to hear her insight. YOU GO MAMMA SWAY!!! Much love from beautiful Barbados.

[@TheMarilyn1969monroe]

She is one of the best ! I met Gladys once years ago, and she is one of the warm nice celeb i’ve ever met . A true artist. Luv her

[@DavidRichardson95]

Gladys deserved better. She was (still is) old school when it came to the gimmicks and drama in the music business. That's why she never sold her soul or sleep her way to the top. She is a true icon. Motown birthed icon after icon. You'll never see that level of artistry ever again.

[@DavidRichardson95]

00FA Not taking anything anyway from Ms. Diana Ross but she was most definitely what little black girls could look up to in the mainstream entertainment world (Dionne Warwick did it for pop music, until her cousin came along and blew everyone out of the water.) back in the late '60s, early '70s and the '80s. She, in Berry's eyes, was his vision of what black entertainment should be at that point in time. Just as Josephine Baker was the first black superstar to do it on a worldwide level unheard of back in the '20s and '30s. Diana followed suit. Diana is to Gladys what Beyoncé is to Mary J. And I'm super fan of Mary J. because Mary showed time and time again that her testimony was real and she was looked as a hero for the young girl growing up in the ghetto during hip-hop's renaissance in the mainstream. Josephine Baker, Dorothy Dandridge, Eartha Kitt all preceded Diana, and people like Tina Turner, Whitney Houston and Beyoncé came through and found success because of Diana. Although that can be widely debated. Gladys is very underrated, and her classic music from the '70s and '80s are just as strong now as they were then. Diana is a great performer, but Gladys is most definitely one of the best SINGERS in R&B music history.

[@whatigot2say]

+David Richardson then you don't understand show business. Gordy was interested in one thing..making $$. @ that time no one was bigger than DR and Gordy was correct in his assessment that DR launching the Jackson 5 would be far more successful than Gladys doing so. Gordy was right. Don't blame DR for Gordy's business decision. # 2 Gladys was one thing a soul singer. DR was far superior as an artist with world wide multi genre appeal. The same appeal Gordy wanted for the Jackson 5.. and that's exactly what he got.

[@DavidRichardson95]

whatigot2say agreed but let's not act like she didn't have an ego problem.

[@whatigot2say]

David Richardson perhaps but she didn't set out to "diss" gladys either as far as the Jackson 5 roll out was concerned. Not to mention Micheal was taken with DR & was inspired by her in many ways.

[@DavidRichardson95]

whatigot2say I completely understand. But, let's give credit were credit is TRULY due. Gladys Knight was the one to see the Jackson 5 play a show beforehand with Bobby Taylor and she/they recommended J5 to BG and Motown.

[@LaCheleWallace]

This is *legendary* right here. Somebody that has a catalog of classic and timeless music and somebody that can sing like no other. It seems like everybody can still sing from her era. Meanwhile, these 80's and 90's "legends" can't do anything. Let's face it, Miss Ross couldn't blow like Patti and them, but she did what she could.

[@brentdixon9074]

Ms. Gladys just brings that down home vibe !!!!

[@mikeharris468]

She's from ATL. Doesn't get too much more down home than Georgia.

[@raganelle4830]

She brought everything tonight!!! Just beautiful 💕

[@Justaskkjames]

Everytime I see Gladys. I see my grandma. Gosh she reminds me so much of my grandma it's scary. I freaking LOVE this lady. She's been nothing but pure class her entire career!

[@kphish1]

I smiled this whole interview #Legend so graceful mis Knight

[@loriromano6399]

Gladys Knight was and still is an awesome vocalist. Saw her in N.O. a few years ago when she did a show with Stevie Nicks and Melissa Etheridge. What a privilege it was to see this Legend Live. I tell you, she still has it. Sang like a bird. Lovely lady. Aretha, Dusty, Dionne, and Gladys will forever RULE.

[@bogalokeeditse2162]

Damn!!cant believe she is 76

[@snapcrackle4077]

I love you Gladys Gladys Gladys !!!!!

[@jennifergillard2207]

Snap Crackle I caught what you did there😃

[@chakabantou]

That was really a great interview, congratulation to Ms Gladys Knight, and I love her energy and enthusiasm

[@kevinwest1579]

I like how you put respect on her name Ms.Gladys knight...she was around 20+ years before sway was born.....put some RESPECT on her name!

[@stevenquinn4641]

I love Gladys Knight She's another brilliant soul artist True American Art This music makes you live The Diana Ross part is no surprise Gladys was always underestimated and I feel deserves The Empress of Soul title it fits this strong soulful woman

[@arthurbosch1460]

Gladys is ONE of the GREATEST. Love you Gladys!

[@mrlbattle1]

Yes Gladys Knight pure Royality!

[@kizz9391]

Y'all gotta address her as "Ms. Gladys." C'mon now Team Sway.

[@dropthepowder4773]

+TiK Progress Exactly! That was irking me the whole time.

[@delisdee]

I was thinking the same thing, please address her as Ms. Gladys!!!

[@QueenAnitaSoul]

+J Lane Me to when I see him I will bring that up laughing

[@chantiaunique]

+TiK Progress same thing I was thinking

[@craigatcm65]

I'm in agreement with your comment. Yes, the radio host should be, addressing his guest as, Ms Knight or Ms. Gladys.

[@TheresaAdele]

She is so swag!!

[@weedermann]

Was 13 when I discovered Gladys and the Pips - "If I Were Your Woman"...POWERFUL, "soully" voice..the BEST female vocal talent Motown had.

[@anthonystewart5215]

i use to sit in my bed room after school before i went to hang out with my crew and listen to both sides of Gladys Knight and the Pips.. Didn"t you know you had to cry sometime...that was my jam at 13 years old

[@jevdawg]

One of the greatest voices to ever do it period!!!!!!

[@madelynbowe]

This woman is sooo talented!!! I remember watching an awards show and all the performers were singing live and she was only one singing on key!!! Respect Ms. Knight!

[@sandramoore2129]

$10.00

[@vibes..585]

Just seen Gladys in Dublin.. One of the greatest shows I've ever seen.. Beautiful.. I needed that..first time I was in tears because she blew me away.. Gladys took me too church !! God bless you Gladys.. Thank you ❤

[@msd.thibeaux6370]

This was Beautiful and Gladys is Beautiful!! Thank you Sway for ACKNOWLEDGING her Contributions and Amazing Grace and Talent! I've Always Love Them and grew up listening to them in my household as well! Blessings Be with You All!! I know I'm 5 yrs late seeing this amazing interview!!🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰

[@kwood6882]

Everybody loves Gladys Knight. She can sing anything and it is good to the ear. We all love and respect her personality.

[@aharper12]

Such a lady and her music is TIMELESS!!!

[@iriswilliams2266]

I am so very, very, glad to hear that Gladys Knight and Diana Ross made up, because the two of them are some of my best Female Artist, Thank You

[@dnitagill7]

Ms. Gladys Knight, a super powerhouse vocalist she has such a soulful voice that has stood the test of time!

[@711marvel]

I love Gladys. ..she sings like a angel with Soul !

[@phatboysbakery]

I just love Gladys Knight always!!

[@mich2m]

What a fun interview! Great job, Sway and team. I'm 54 and Gladys was my first celebrity crush when I was in 6th grade. I would say she taught me what SOUL music was all about. In fact, when people would ask what do you wanna be when you grow up, for a time my answer was an immediate "a PIP"! Have followed her all along since then: bought the music, went to the live shows when I could and she's as strong, wonderful and beautiful as she was back then. Grateful to have grown up in a time with the music of Ms. Knight. On and on, Miss Gladys, on and on.

[@joselynjolivet7694]

Gladys Knight, an ageless beauty. Such a talented lady. On and On

[@BizDiva]

Fabulous interview!!! *Loved* your Mom and her insightful input. Oaktown in the house! Gladys. Unsung SHE-roe of the music industry. She not only stood the test of time but came through *several* eras with voice and beauty intact! Understandably she has to be politically correct and ever gracious, but let's face it - Gladys can hold her own with Patti so you *know* she smoked Ross! Point blank period. But we all know the story. Kudos to Gladys Knight. She is true royalty...deservingly so!

[@boebender]

Seen her three times over 20 years!!! Voice of GOLD!!

[@carlitosmtzg.]

I love this woman!!! The one and only Gladys Knight!

[@MIMI88998899]

I have seen Gladys Knight in concert twice. However she did not sing my favorite song. Before I leave this earth I would love to see Gladys sing "Everybody Needs Love" live. That is my favorite song by Gladys and is one of my favorite songs among all artist.

[@MIMI88998899]

MyAmysBad You know damn well you said Diana Ross played Josephine Baker and I was not the only one who checked you on this. I don't have the time to find your post because most likely you deleted it after being checked on it by most likely several people after I posted my comment.

[@virginianeal9437]

Gladys Knight --- still the amicable, classy, down-to-earth music legend five years later (2021). Still listening to her wonderful music and STILL enjoying it! Thank you Ms. Knight for decades of "real" songs with lyrics that listeners of every generation can relate to.

[@SharonKyle00]

LOOOOOOOVE Ms. Knight. Her beauty comes from within and extends through her voice and georgous smile. She is an awesome role model. Thanks for doing this show.

[@paulinemills6684]

I love you Glady's, when you came back with LOVE OVERBOARD CD/ALBUM was the "BOMB",!!!!!!!!Just Saying!!!!!!

[@paulinemills6684]

It HURT to see the Music Artist's that bought the world through the CIVIL RIGHT'S MOVEMENT and RACIAL HARD TIMES NOT being in a time like today, where Music Artist's are making MILLION'S off of one song like the Music Artist today!!! Just Saying!!!

[@JAnotherday]

I've grown up listening to Gladys Knight and the Pips wonderful beautiful Soulful voice I love all her music she looks great and sounds great today thank you Gladys for the beautiful memories that you've given to me and the world.

[@briancooney7183]

Such a lovely and humble superstar. Have enjoyed her music & TV appearances since the early 70's... now it's time to finally see her show live.

[@lukata77]

That was nice to see Sway being able to surprise his mom. Gladys is my mother's favorite too!

[@monicabella7894]

Gladys is the ultimate R&B/soul singer. 💖 Diana was just great with the Supremes 💖

[@sufundasamuels2313]

I feel like Diana was only great with The Supremes is because she had her damn way and Berry Gordy allowed it and she was screwing him, although he was already a married man. To be honest, Florence and Mary could sing way better than her, but Berry kept his side piece in the forefront.

[@DDot-im3jr]

@@sufundasamuels2313 TBH they had stronger voices than Diana but she had the crossover voice that made them mega Stars 🤩 if any of the other 2 ladies was lead singer don't think they would have had Pop crossover success.....

[@jeanettesdaughter]

@@sufundasamuels2313 nasty mouth. And you touched them both, right⁉️

[@juniebe4]

@@DDot-im3jr They Probably Would Have Not Crossover As Lead Voices, But They Would Have Done Well With R&B..

[@lelachristian9174]

I love Gladys Knight and every song she’s ever sang & made. Love you Ms. Knight!

[@marquettaquarles8360]

I remember her and the Pips singing A-Letter Full Tears. I love her dearly. She is my favorite performer. Her music has always inspired me and helped me thru some trying times. Love you Gladys.❤️❤️🐞🦉🦋

[@egojames007]

This video made me cry!! I am looking at the tissue as I write. The part when they talk about "save the overtime for me" it brought me to tears. That's my one of my favorite Gladys Knight song, I love her, and her songs are tattooed into my soul. Gladys Knight if you can read this, I love you and thank you for your music. It has followed me where ever I have been on this planet. I love this video.

[@joannewilliams2658]

Gladys I just love your music and that powerful voice, that moves everyone deeply! You are just MARVELOUS in every way ! Love you and still listening to your music. You have aged gracefully ! Beautiful lady !

[@manguera9]

if you listen Diana and you wanted to learn something from her ..there were almost nothing to get but from Gladys you learn a lot

[@djrjboston]

Calling his mom was really sweet...

[@Shamakah]

Wow brother! I had tears from the intro, she is the Empress of Soul! No drama attatched to her name! ALL THESE YEARS!

[@wephotogal]

Seeing her tomorrow live! A living legend.

[@robinlight]

her voice rocks my soul!

[@cajayson8301]

As much as I love Diana, I'm not surprised. She's definitely a temperamental diva

[@davidgooding810]

My mother was a GK&P fan, so I grew up on her - Empress is right. And I liked her version of "Heard It Through the Grapevine" better than Marvin Gaye's. Yes, I said it.

[@Nicegrrl1]

Love Gladys, grew up on her music. What a wonderful talent, what a beautiful woman.

[@kevinpat7]

And that voice. That unbelievable, rich & soulful voice. Nobody, NOBODY, touches that voice. No. Body. Amen.

[@musicforthepeople4701]

Saw her live last year. She was and is amazing. She killed it.

[@raganelle4830]

Did it again tonite...I feel so selfish.. she looked like she could go on forever!!💕

[@patkelly3966]

Probably my favourite Sway interview ever.

[@stanv3685]

Gladys knight is the best ever and I've said even when I was five years old.

[@rievans57]

Gladys Knight is a classic example of what happens when you mix gospel with rhythm and blues. Aretha did the same thing. I have always liked Gladys' version of "I Heard It Through The Grapevine" better than Marvin's.

[@lindah.2815]

Diane stepped on a lot of people on her way up so don't get upset when it's mentioned it's part of her history just like all the greatness that's attributed to her.

[@egyptian_thoth]

Child shut up. You know nothing about Diana's history. LOL!