Gregory Porter - "Be Good (Lion's Song)" Official Video

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12 жыл бұрын

Director Pierre Bennu visually compliments Gregory Porter's intense lyrics and smooth, soulful vocals with vibrant colors and whimsical storytelling in the official video for "Be Good"
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Director Pierre Bennu visually compliments Porter's intense lyrics and smooth, soulful vocals with vibrant colors and whimsical storytelling.
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"Be Good" is the first video from Jazz singer Gregory Porter's critically acclaimed album of the same name.
Video Credits: Directed by award-winning filmmaker Pierre Bennu, with cinematography by Shawn Peters and special set work by visual artist Dirk Joseph.
Shot entirely on location in Baltimore, Maryland, director Pierre Bennu visually compliments Porter's intense lyrics and smooth, soulful vocals with vibrant colors and whimsical storytelling, and sets it all against Charm City's unique backdrop. As two lovers traverse their everyday lives amidst the mundane, Bennu draws on the power of everyday magic, the fear of loss, and the yearning for love in what he calls a "lullaby for your inner child."
"The dance of love is something that can be done alone but it is also fun with somebody else," says Bennu. "I wanted to show two characters; one who was so busy dancing alone, never looking to have a partner... and another so desperate for love that he would do whatever it took to get it. What that character finally realizes is that all he needed to offer forth was himself."
To compliment his artistic vision, Bennu tapped the talents of Baltimore-based multidisciplinary visual artist Dirk Joseph, whose 'magical props' add significantly to the video's playful and enchanting sensibility.

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@amienhodge7902
@amienhodge7902 4 жыл бұрын
This was my wife favorite song , when I first played this she asked me to dance with her not knowing this would be the last song I would dance with her. She passed May 2019 and her energy and spirit resonates and continues to live in my safe place.
@tariqi.el-amin
@tariqi.el-amin 4 жыл бұрын
Amien Hodge so sorry for your loss... Praying that this beautiful song continues to call back to mind all the good you had together.
@SavvySayswithCielle
@SavvySayswithCielle 4 жыл бұрын
My deepest sympathies to you, Amien. So sorry for your loss. Take care of yourself, and continue to allow music and memories of this type to comfort your soul. Big hugs to you 🤗🤗🤗. Be well.
@ibcalm24
@ibcalm24 4 жыл бұрын
Time is so short & precious such a beautiful for song for you & your wife. May that joyful time comfort your heart. I lost one of my best friends 2 weeks. We were like morning birds together and night owls in the night. I had came across a song about best friends I meant to send it to him. In the course of work that night I didn't get to send it. You did get that dance.
@empowheressence
@empowheressence 4 жыл бұрын
Amien so glad you got a chance to experience a "Be Good' in your life! All the best to you...
@adg_87
@adg_87 4 жыл бұрын
Peace and blessings brother.
@itsmytube62
@itsmytube62 2 жыл бұрын
If any one person has watched this a million times, it's probably me :)
@nomvuyonxumalo3595
@nomvuyonxumalo3595 29 күн бұрын
Me too
@alainachapman
@alainachapman 4 ай бұрын
Just discovering this beautiful soul in 2024……I’m obsessed 🥹🫶🏽
@katieatcheson3516
@katieatcheson3516 4 ай бұрын
Same! Heard my first song of his a week ago and obsessed is the word! Goes right to my heart and soul. What a gift!
@user-cc8si3bw9q
@user-cc8si3bw9q 4 ай бұрын
I'm telling you he is just divine
@folkgm
@folkgm 3 ай бұрын
I was at the MGM casino and saw that Gregory porter was performing and there was a long line of dignified black folks dressed to the nines waiting in line to see him. I immediately went on KZbin to find out who this Gregory Porter is. I’m glad I found him.
@islandqueen7342
@islandqueen7342 3 ай бұрын
2024....I discoved this gem....what a beautiful song😊❤...who's here with me....
@_ZeusWrath_
@_ZeusWrath_ 2 ай бұрын
You're late, but better late than never.❤
@eugeniahunter2411
@eugeniahunter2411 Ай бұрын
Don't Miss Him This Summer... Google: Gregory Porter Tour Dates 2024 for Concerts🎶❤️👍
@islandqueen7342
@islandqueen7342 Ай бұрын
@eugeniahunter2411 you beautiful soul..thank u kindly..one love.
@nomvuyonxumalo3595
@nomvuyonxumalo3595 29 күн бұрын
Me
@lashellescott1796
@lashellescott1796 4 күн бұрын
Been here .🎉🎉🎉
@amnesh
@amnesh Жыл бұрын
My mother loved him and right when they were going to fly out to see him she passed away. This song holds a place deep in my soul.
@thornless9073
@thornless9073 Жыл бұрын
You poor baby!!
@indurain1579
@indurain1579 2 жыл бұрын
Man. This is not just music. THIS IS ART. Masterful.
@hyharmon
@hyharmon 11 ай бұрын
SAY NO MORE!!!
@coldwinter5710
@coldwinter5710 7 ай бұрын
True that! ❤🎶
@engineeringartist4801
@engineeringartist4801 7 ай бұрын
By every metric this is Art and the video presentation, the dance, his timbre, the clever lyrics and it's smoooth as marble.
@meetaah
@meetaah 3 жыл бұрын
Whoever listen to this deserve peace forever.💥👌🏻
@reggaeone
@reggaeone 5 жыл бұрын
This is the song by Gregory Porter that captured me.
@colwilpro
@colwilpro 3 жыл бұрын
There will be a last time you dance, kiss and cook together. Treasure every moment ❤️
@marilynullrich1
@marilynullrich1 3 ай бұрын
❤I know. How sweet it all was!
@moog8008
@moog8008 3 жыл бұрын
I cry the moment he says clip his nails and cut his mane. The willingness to change everything who he is because he’s in love with her And she still pays no attention - breaks my heart. I’ve been there more times than should have. I understand that lion’s pain.
@karahogarty1193
@karahogarty1193 3 жыл бұрын
Me too. Maybe she doesn't believe she is good enough for the king of the jungle. She sees herself as just a lonely girl who dances to feel less alone. Still my new favorite song.
@smoothc3684
@smoothc3684 3 жыл бұрын
I cry everytime
@Gabriel-mg6om
@Gabriel-mg6om 2 жыл бұрын
Truth!
@handsomeheartbreak
@handsomeheartbreak 2 ай бұрын
@@karahogarty1193 blah blah blah. If thats the case Be Good needs to tell herself to be good and should articulate that before clipping said nails.
@joanwilliams1280
@joanwilliams1280 2 жыл бұрын
This is one of the most beautiful songs I have ever heard. Only Porter's voice would do it justice. The meaning is on point!
@ajrockinshockin2893
@ajrockinshockin2893 5 жыл бұрын
Who's enjoying this in 2024 ? ❤👍
@thabanikhanyile126
@thabanikhanyile126 4 жыл бұрын
This is beautiful song
@prestokrevlar
@prestokrevlar 4 жыл бұрын
Not for much longer.
@angellesupastar2904
@angellesupastar2904 4 жыл бұрын
Me
@MrMstraws
@MrMstraws 4 жыл бұрын
2020 now baby
@sassymasha157
@sassymasha157 4 жыл бұрын
I'm still enjoying in this in 2020 lockdown mode. It gives me hope for the healing of this pandemic. I love such songs that throws hope in u🎶💕
@cherishheart1
@cherishheart1 8 жыл бұрын
I heard this song last night in an Uber car. I listened to his voice, the instruments, then the words. I fell in love right then and there. I asked the driver who was this artist and that's why I am here today.
@derrickford6569
@derrickford6569 8 жыл бұрын
damn ma what's yo name???
@derrickford6569
@derrickford6569 8 жыл бұрын
ohh nvm boo
@cherishheart1
@cherishheart1 8 жыл бұрын
+Dee Ford I am not your boo and I see that you wised up and looked at my name from the hyperlink. Have a great day!
@derrickford6569
@derrickford6569 8 жыл бұрын
what yall don't know is that +Hannah Purham is my wife 😊😘
@cherishheart1
@cherishheart1 8 жыл бұрын
Lol plot twist. That's right!
@darinowhere
@darinowhere 10 жыл бұрын
If my life was a dinner party, this song would be playing on repeat.
@thetraveledroad1
@thetraveledroad1 4 жыл бұрын
Pete Sim yep. I fantasize about having a dinner party and introducing my guest to this wonderful spirit
@akiraleblanc4830
@akiraleblanc4830 4 жыл бұрын
Exactly! This has become my "go away and feel" song.
@sim9583
@sim9583 4 жыл бұрын
I always listen it during my dinner parties 😝
@rickiesmith2385
@rickiesmith2385 3 жыл бұрын
That would be wonderful!! Pete... Make it happen..
@femmeismesoggy
@femmeismesoggy 2 жыл бұрын
Play on and repeat ❤️
@LonnieHarger
@LonnieHarger Жыл бұрын
I can't watch this video without crying. The poetry and visualizations used here just hit me in a place I don't understand.
@bbyface7145
@bbyface7145 Жыл бұрын
Touches my spirit
@antoinettegoodson7167
@antoinettegoodson7167 Жыл бұрын
I feel emotional every single time.. maybe it's the familiarity of hearts like mines who have experienced unrequited love.
@iamagumbochild
@iamagumbochild Жыл бұрын
Touches the deep of me for the love I have experienced and yet to give
@mamaluvs2dance
@mamaluvs2dance Жыл бұрын
perfectly said. I might not cry (though I'm pretty sure I was teary-eyed the first time I saw it), but it definitely takes me to an emotional place I'd not visited before ever seeing it and can't recall having visited since.
@michaelhorn6092
@michaelhorn6092 11 ай бұрын
This song reminds me of my father when he use to sing "Mr Bojangles" which was a song about an old black man who danced with worn out shoes with silver hair and raggedy shirt and baggy pants" the rhythm of the song is just like this and it reminds me of how hard it was for men in general in the south where my dad was from, he played the piano and I play the trumpet and as crazy as he was I miss him😢
@Getitgirlllll4717
@Getitgirlllll4717 3 жыл бұрын
This song makes me cry and I have no idea why. I think its something to do with the emotions of this song and its something w the piano!! There r other songs that hit me like this.But this song gets me everytime within 3 seconds tears jst fallin!! He is dope.
@Paul-zm4cc
@Paul-zm4cc Ай бұрын
I get it!
@Getitgirlllll4717
@Getitgirlllll4717 Ай бұрын
@Paul-zm4cc 4real!
@SimonePoingsett
@SimonePoingsett 10 жыл бұрын
Does anyone else feel like bursting in to happy tears when they hear this song!?!? My heart just fills ups with pure joy every time I listen to it. It's sheer perfection Gregory. Thank you!
@eatyourpanda7285
@eatyourpanda7285 10 жыл бұрын
Yep. Yep. Yep. total joy and happy healing of all that pains and vexes. Gregory Porter is a very very special artist who can remind all to be real and true.
@brianclay8685
@brianclay8685 4 жыл бұрын
I do...
@rachelle_banks
@rachelle_banks 4 жыл бұрын
It's very emotional and moving. Very deep.
@lekeciagarland6148
@lekeciagarland6148 4 жыл бұрын
I've heard this song before. BUT yesterday listening to it, hit differently. 💜💜💜
@JaydubyaX
@JaydubyaX 3 жыл бұрын
It breaks me down like no other song... ut its the video too.
@Sdcombo
@Sdcombo 10 жыл бұрын
"She knows what she does, when she dances around my cage and says her name." Hits me right where it hurts.
@88Habitrabbit1
@88Habitrabbit1 10 жыл бұрын
Relationships ! ! ! Go figure 'em out. I've been in one for three weeks now and I'm ready to take the first train smokin' because this chick is both too needy and too controling . I FEEL AS IF I WERE IN SOME SORT OF CAGE.
@gayshalawrence3771
@gayshalawrence3771 6 жыл бұрын
Gary Cooper dude take the train lol life is too short :-)
@terrypate6448
@terrypate6448 Жыл бұрын
As I listened to this song and read the comments of the gentleman whose wife passed in May 2019, I'm reminded of the last outing I had with my mom. I pushed her in a wheel chair 11 long city blocks (roundtrip) to enjoy a scrumptious (last meal, unknown to me) at a restaurant called Oohs and Ahhs in NW DC. I'm brought to tears thinking of the joy it brought her. She passed 28 February 2019. What a beautiful melody to celebrate my mother. 😭
@ram-ham
@ram-ham 7 жыл бұрын
my daughter was born with this song playing in the room.
@swine8679
@swine8679 4 жыл бұрын
David Hamilton how old is she
@laronrosser294
@laronrosser294 4 жыл бұрын
lucky you!
@christieheyblom
@christieheyblom 4 жыл бұрын
@JB-ki9ql
@JB-ki9ql 4 жыл бұрын
Poor her,pure shit.
@lisacoleman2657
@lisacoleman2657 4 жыл бұрын
😭😭😭❤
@NYJALB
@NYJALB 10 жыл бұрын
I have only discovered this guy today, and within two hours he has become my favourite male vocalist....and I'm 53 years old, so he has had to top some serious competition let me tell you.......what a voice!!!
@nyoreachoja2068
@nyoreachoja2068 3 жыл бұрын
Right on sir!
@lauraengellovell3269
@lauraengellovell3269 3 жыл бұрын
NYJALB I am 51 with the same exact story, just discovered him today, at 7:46 AM!
@TheRealSnakePlisken
@TheRealSnakePlisken 3 жыл бұрын
It is pure magic and absolute talent isn’t it! I am so glad someone else hears it!
@bettypilgrim-chavis6128
@bettypilgrim-chavis6128 3 жыл бұрын
@@TheRealSnakePlisken u, )))‘I,mddd@e
@jerrygarcia5862
@jerrygarcia5862 4 жыл бұрын
This a a beautiful song my wife really liked it alot ,everytime I listen to it it makes me cry she is no longer here I lost her to cancer 5 months ago .I'm sooo heart broken 🥺🥺
@badhoney
@badhoney 4 жыл бұрын
Let your memories comfort you. Praying for you.
@faithfields9421
@faithfields9421 3 жыл бұрын
😢🙏🏾❤️
@amienhodge7902
@amienhodge7902 3 жыл бұрын
Beautiful moments and memories are created through pure love. Praying for you brother!
@simmiedavissimmiesings8185
@simmiedavissimmiesings8185 3 жыл бұрын
I'm so sorry for your loss. You have the memories of her. I lost my fiance the day before we closed on a home. Whatever you are feeling know that God loves you. He will being you peace and comfort if only you ask.
@morenitacoffee6637
@morenitacoffee6637 3 жыл бұрын
It's a beautiful song. I just discovered it. Sad for you. Be courageous. 🙁
@enensis
@enensis 7 жыл бұрын
If it wasn't for all the bad music, you wouldn't know good music. This my friends is very, very good music
@miahleslie6183
@miahleslie6183 4 жыл бұрын
Love forever this Song ❤️💙❤️💙
@georgemarsh8510
@georgemarsh8510 4 жыл бұрын
some of the best :)
@yeledyahubenisrael3929
@yeledyahubenisrael3929 2 жыл бұрын
Very, very, very goood!
@hraddle50
@hraddle50 11 ай бұрын
EXACTLY..!! 🎹🎚🎶🎙🎻🎺🥁🎼🎵
@bajoobiecuzican
@bajoobiecuzican 8 жыл бұрын
He's got the happiest face I have ever seen... I love him
@Rutgert210
@Rutgert210 10 жыл бұрын
Proud to know that my dad will be performing live with Gregory porter and BBB
@sharaayers8412
@sharaayers8412 10 жыл бұрын
My name is..."Be Good" and I did not even know it. Bravo Mr. Porter!
@user-cc8si3bw9q
@user-cc8si3bw9q 4 ай бұрын
May the Gods bless this Black King ❤
@jacobm.6411
@jacobm.6411 4 жыл бұрын
2020 praying everyone that hasn't found love yet... Finds love... Love yourself first... The rest will come along...
@morenitacoffee6637
@morenitacoffee6637 3 жыл бұрын
😉
@AJ444ful
@AJ444ful 3 жыл бұрын
Thank You 🙏🏽
@clumsiii
@clumsiii 3 жыл бұрын
found it and threw it away too many times. like Mumu Fresh said " I am ready " kzbin.info/www/bejne/n6e1amtupqiDn80
@jacobm.6411
@jacobm.6411 3 жыл бұрын
@@clumsiii To manifested love is great. Positive thoughts... Love thoughts... Positive affirmations... Love affirmations...
@clumsiii
@clumsiii 3 жыл бұрын
@@jacobm.6411 fr got shivers reading kindness from a stranger. thank you jacob
@annmcdonald7713
@annmcdonald7713 9 жыл бұрын
I will never get tired of listening to this song...
@rakimsmith9828
@rakimsmith9828 8 жыл бұрын
15m views for the most heart wrenching love song . yet I feel he wouldn't want her to stop. Hurts so good so to speak
@bryanthompson12
@bryanthompson12 8 жыл бұрын
+Ann McDonald I feel you...just ran 4miles with the song on repeat!!!!!
@annmcdonald7713
@annmcdonald7713 8 жыл бұрын
nice :-)
@IAmQueen54
@IAmQueen54 6 жыл бұрын
Ann McDonald I am hooked on this beautiful man and his awesome voice!
@walkinthewoods981
@walkinthewoods981 6 жыл бұрын
Me either and this video is so...awww...I can't find the words for how much I love it.
@anonymouswife007
@anonymouswife007 2 жыл бұрын
Can't believe I have only found Mr Porter today... 14 of July 2021 !! Thank the universe for this moment. I'm so happy :)
@hraddle50
@hraddle50 11 ай бұрын
ENJOY🥁🎺🎻🎹🎼🎵🎙🎚😉
@StorieDevereaux
@StorieDevereaux 8 жыл бұрын
I think the visual gives soooo much life to this song. How often has someone danced around your cage? Gregory is just amazing. Don't change. Please don't change.
@jaebyrd4608
@jaebyrd4608 5 жыл бұрын
This song is so captivating. It's like you expect someone in a relationship to behave a certain way but when they do you don't change how you treat them. I think the point of the song is that she doesn't see his efforts just like in the video the woman dancing doesn't see how hard the man is trying to get her attention. This song is a very eloquent way of putting a sensitive subject. A lot of relationships end because someone isn't taking notice of the efforts of the other. She tells him to be good and he does but it doesn't matter, she treats him the same and she keeping him hanging on a string waiting for her to notice ( dancing around his cage) but she only See's what she wants to see. He understands she has been hurt so he is paitent ( lions are made for cages but be careful they might just bite) still he wants her to see him for who he is and love him. Beautiful song!
@christinehobson8686
@christinehobson8686 4 жыл бұрын
Jae Mason Thomas EXCELLENT analogy/explanation, Jae!!!🤗🤗🤗
@humbledove2698
@humbledove2698 4 жыл бұрын
Very well said. I really enjoyed reading you comment 🦋⚘
@GENOG1911
@GENOG1911 4 жыл бұрын
Jae Thomas yes!
@matthewsmith5374
@matthewsmith5374 4 жыл бұрын
I always thought of it as the savage animal part of a man that has to be tamed to be loved by a woman/society but we do it because of their beauty.
@pakowame4737
@pakowame4737 3 жыл бұрын
You about to make me cry!
@Rocit2Nowair
@Rocit2Nowair 10 жыл бұрын
Let me be the first to say that " Be Good (Lion's song) " will be played at my wedding reception ! VERY NICE SONG, take a bow Gregory !
@welfaredad
@welfaredad 4 жыл бұрын
When I wake up to this song, I have a great day.
@robertthomson2874
@robertthomson2874 5 жыл бұрын
My Mom's passed away bout 4 or 5 yrs ago... When I was a little obnoxious kid she would say "Shush... Listen to this song" I would... I learned So Much from her telling me to be quiet and listen. She passed away it seems like yesterday. But one of our last songs was Be Good and My phone was all messed up and scattered. But she got it. Mom "I Know u liked it!!! 🙂🙂🙂🙂
@dionneglover7756
@dionneglover7756 4 жыл бұрын
This man here is 💖a gift from🤗 God, his music⛵ has gotten🌿 me through the 😁best and🌻 worst of times🌾.😂 His music, his voice will🌳 always stand the test of time. 🌹 God bless you Mr. PORTER AND THANK YOU!💐
@violiza1506
@violiza1506 6 жыл бұрын
Gregory Porter and his band played with my orchestra this year.I'm still starstruck and listen to his music all the time❤
@vonzel7328
@vonzel7328 Жыл бұрын
I’m with you. I saw him live in Nashville. It’s unexplainable. The amount of energy, passion, and love I felt when he sang every song. It was like. I looked to my left and my right. Saying to myself do you guys hear this……
@inspiration3133
@inspiration3133 Жыл бұрын
The saxophonist's solo at 2:25 is pure love. This song is so powerful.
@perliangreenfield9679
@perliangreenfield9679 2 жыл бұрын
I heard this song February 27, 2022 at the Blumenthal theater in Charlotte, NC for the first time for my 62nd birthday and I can’t go a day since without listening to this. Babe and I listened to it on the way home that night. It touches my spirit EVERY TIME I listen to it. Gregory Porter is an EXPERIENCE that I’m so honored to have witnessed ♥️♥️♥️ BE GOOD ♥️
@KennyDeForest
@KennyDeForest 8 жыл бұрын
This very sincerely may be the best song I've ever heard
@ladyj422
@ladyj422 10 жыл бұрын
I was sitting in a gastropub with a friend last weekend when this song came on. Finally, I was so distracted by what I was hearing that I apologized to my friend and asked him to be quiet for a moment while I "Shazam'd" it. So glad I did because now I have a new fav.
@ThisWeekInGambling
@ThisWeekInGambling 8 жыл бұрын
When I see "Thumbs Down" on this I can help but be surprised that there are that many empty people out there who cannot appreciate pure God-given talent.
@siemprepalante773
@siemprepalante773 8 жыл бұрын
Truth. Mr. Porter is genius.
@catteadams
@catteadams 8 жыл бұрын
music is subjective. Love what you love. Forget them. He's brilliant, and that is all there is to it. :) SO, Let's us just love it. We'll give him all the props. :) :) :0
@boydling
@boydling 7 жыл бұрын
There's no accounting for taste. It's only 2% of people though - I'd take those odds.
@Lewisjls
@Lewisjls 7 жыл бұрын
Maybe there's REAL Music lovers , Ferrucco Tagliavini, Jussi Bjorling,etc.
@JordanHowellMusic
@JordanHowellMusic 7 жыл бұрын
He is my favorite new artist. A superb singer and writer. From the heart and soul.
@reuireuiop0
@reuireuiop0 4 жыл бұрын
If the singer's name was Sinatra, all the world would know "be good"as an all-time classic I only first heard it today, 2020
@AJ444ful
@AJ444ful 4 жыл бұрын
reuireuiop0 I just heard this today and I love it! Glad it found it’s way into my life. 5/23/2020!
@angelamatthews3130
@angelamatthews3130 3 жыл бұрын
Sinatra sang from the American Songbook which was what every jazz musician did and still do. He didn’t write his own stuff. This will be a jazz classic I’m sure. It’s just that so many people don’t support good music anymore. It’s how you look, not how you sound that matters. But.... talent like this always wins!
@simmiedavissimmiesings8185
@simmiedavissimmiesings8185 3 жыл бұрын
It's okay. He will get his glory and honor. I don't think he sings for man to exalt him. Keep watching.
@wmranson9311
@wmranson9311 3 жыл бұрын
He is quite known. He has performed the world over. He is held in high regards from Australia to the western world and we are better for it. 🙂
@clumsiii
@clumsiii 3 жыл бұрын
i remember when i first heard too. been preparing to go karaoke with it ever since. maybe one day i'l be brave (post Rona ugh)
@NThe313
@NThe313 3 жыл бұрын
I like to imagine that I made my father feel this way. He was definitely my Lion.
@bozmanjohn2507
@bozmanjohn2507 Жыл бұрын
I am absolutely convinced that this music should remain as one of the representatives of our culture and our time. I am sure that, being underestimated now, it will still take its toll in the future.
@UncleWally3
@UncleWally3 10 жыл бұрын
Grammys 2014: Best Jazz Vocal Album: "Liquid Spirit," Gregory Porter
@jdharry
@jdharry 2 жыл бұрын
This was the last song I listened to with my mum before she died, it breaks my poor heart every time I hear it. But I know when I hear it naturally she is dropping by to say everything will be okay Jamie. It’s so bittersweet
@DanielA-tt7sq
@DanielA-tt7sq 9 ай бұрын
Just to tell you that your mother is taking care of you. She's actually become your guardian angel. That's the message she sends to you :-))
@iolawilkins1030
@iolawilkins1030 9 ай бұрын
Sorry for your lost, my condolences 🙏
@dhandy7065
@dhandy7065 7 ай бұрын
❤ one of the best songs ever written and composed
@davescott8859
@davescott8859 10 жыл бұрын
This songs opens a soft spot in my guarded wounded heart every time. Dam you Gregory Porter, lion tamed.
@dorotheadavis3050
@dorotheadavis3050 Жыл бұрын
Dave I feel the same. I also have a wounded heart. May we both find real love soon
@artistsonthecuttingedge8510
@artistsonthecuttingedge8510 Жыл бұрын
always grateful for this song and those who have gone through real trials. Grateful!
@LydgiaOfHarlem
@LydgiaOfHarlem 9 жыл бұрын
Had the honor of seeing him live in NYC last night. When he sang this, my heart melted. What a beautiful song. Gregory Porter warms my soul.
@michaelbushell8283
@michaelbushell8283 7 жыл бұрын
Alexis and I danced to "Be Good" at our wedding. I learned to words and song the song to her while we danced. Thank you, Mr. Porter
@ChyinaPowell
@ChyinaPowell 6 жыл бұрын
I am crying, this song is so beautiful
@csmers3743
@csmers3743 4 жыл бұрын
I had a very stressful day today.. So first thing I did was turn to Gregory...🎶
@jeffbrown6533
@jeffbrown6533 3 жыл бұрын
Don't even need a drink, just put Gregory & close your eyes and relax!
@hollygolightly9878
@hollygolightly9878 8 жыл бұрын
This song brings me so much peace.
@Bunkerhillburning
@Bunkerhillburning 8 жыл бұрын
Well said, Holly. So glad I was recently introduced to this man's work.
@universityofbeing9258
@universityofbeing9258 7 жыл бұрын
exactly...peace.
@musmy3858
@musmy3858 7 жыл бұрын
It's his amazing voice, I believe. My dogs get relaxed by his songs, too^^
@scjzman
@scjzman 7 жыл бұрын
This brother's voice is like a warm bowl of gumbo, at the end of a long day!!!!
@teirsarichardson6705
@teirsarichardson6705 6 жыл бұрын
Tony Martin ...you really get it!
@oskien0714
@oskien0714 5 жыл бұрын
I know music is left for interpretation, but for me this song is so moving. I see it as a guy who's trying his best to show that he's a changed man. Hence the" be good brush my mane". "Be good, be good" he remembers her always wanting the better part of him. He no longer wants to be remembered by his past self so "he trimmed his lion claws and cut his mane" meaning he's shedding his bad ways, he groomed himself to show her that hes a changed man, he's no longer living for himself. Now he's looking like the man she always wanted. But she seems blind to it. She only sees the bad in him, his past; so she tries to hurt him to make him feel, what she felt when he hurt her ( 'Pulls my lion tail and cause me pain"). However whenever he sees her he remembers the feeling he felt when he first laid eyes on her , but she has yet to see that all he feels for her is love.
@jeffbrown6533
@jeffbrown6533 3 жыл бұрын
Damn, you worded that so well!
@koalamc9614
@koalamc9614 3 жыл бұрын
Yup, this song talks about reborn
@tionnataylor8297
@tionnataylor8297 3 жыл бұрын
I love this interpretation🙌🙌🙌😍
@oskien0714
@oskien0714 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks I appreciate that
@oskien0714
@oskien0714 3 жыл бұрын
tionna taylor Thanks
@Misha216
@Misha216 4 жыл бұрын
This song is so beautiful and just puts me in a good and peaceful mood. His voice is amazing.
@jeffbrown6533
@jeffbrown6533 3 жыл бұрын
Oh I totally agree! I played it back to back and eased off to sleep and I am not a day sleeper. Just relaxed me right on off!
@Misha216
@Misha216 3 жыл бұрын
@@jeffbrown6533 I know right! So beautiful.
@yeledyahubenisrael3929
@yeledyahubenisrael3929 2 жыл бұрын
He saying something true and powerful bout love. Makes the sun shine inside, laughter, and childlike playfulness come to mind.
@garvin6142
@garvin6142 Жыл бұрын
Stop The insanity with Lala Hathaway makes me cry just about every time so emotional
@Misha216
@Misha216 Жыл бұрын
@@garvin6142 That's a beautiful one too!
@gsims8208
@gsims8208 5 жыл бұрын
This song reminds me of myself, and my guy, the love of my life. Sometimes he acts like a lion, he roars. I dance around his cage not saying anything to him, for a few days. that's the way I pull his tail, and cause him pain, he can't stand me not speaking to him, he would if he could trim his lions claws and brush his mane... To get me to check him out, I love him just the same, so I dance around him, until he stops roaring, and admits he's not a Lion, cause Lions do bit. Oh yes I know what I am doing. I block him out of tender moments., until he makes it up to me. be Good... Thank you for putting it into words for me, with your beautiful voice.
@lauraengellovell3269
@lauraengellovell3269 3 жыл бұрын
I broke up with a guy who would freeze me out, I would do some thing wrong but he never said anything, just was cold. Had to get an ultrasound on my gallbladder and a barium swallow to look at my stomach because I was so sick about his treatment, literally the stress made me ill. So I left him and promptly started dating my bass player. Been happily married 26 years now. Steven who?
@EGOKILR
@EGOKILR 4 жыл бұрын
This song needs to be in a Movie and will be an All time classic, song is too good and can loop this song all night.
@hraddle50
@hraddle50 11 ай бұрын
Looping it Now 1Am, & LOVING IT. 1 OF MY FAVS😊😉
@mln4032
@mln4032 5 жыл бұрын
Not since Donny Hathaway - A Song for You - have I come across a song that GLORIFIES black women as this song does. Simply magnificent.
@christinehobson8686
@christinehobson8686 4 жыл бұрын
ML N 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾
@mln4032
@mln4032 4 жыл бұрын
@@IsisAdgerWasHere21stC. Miles Davis beat his first wife's(Frances Taylor) ass, accused his second wife of infidelity with Jimmy Hendrix, and also kicked Cicely Tyson's ass, who was trying to help him with his drug and alcohol addictions. All of his wives were black, btw. Frederick Douglass, Sidney Poitier, Harry Belafonte, Gordon Parks, James Brown, Dave Chappelle, Julain Bond, Quincy Jones, all married or had long term relationships with non black women. Malcom X's maternal grandfather was white. Malcom wrote in his autobiography that his mother "looked like a white woman......she had straight hair, and her accent did not sound like a Negro's." Bayard Rustin, James Baldwin, Alvin Ailey, Audre Lorde, Barbara Jordan, Lorraine Hansberry, Josephine Baker, Wanda Sykes, Langston Hughes, Alice Walker are gay. What's your point?
@brianburton5946
@brianburton5946 3 жыл бұрын
@@mln4032 what the hell is YOUR point. You said this song glories black woman, and #ADOS let you know that his wife isn't black. So how is he preaching empowering black women when he isn't even married to one?
@latashas.480
@latashas.480 3 жыл бұрын
Whew they got mad bc he said the song glorifies black women. 🤔🤣No, his wife isn’t black but his mama and other relatives are. ✌🏽
@clumsiii
@clumsiii 3 жыл бұрын
i think Lou Rawls deserves an honorary mention but i think i k now what you mean *lol glad i didnt read the comments first - keep me in this cage i'm good. feel free to keep fighting out there
@MrTruerythmn
@MrTruerythmn 4 жыл бұрын
I just found out about this guy this year! Merry Christmas to me!..😁
@heidimeyers9478
@heidimeyers9478 3 жыл бұрын
I fell in love with his music day 1. Great entertainer and I'm so blessed when I listen to anything he sings. Truly blessed and greatful.
@latashaallen887
@latashaallen887 3 жыл бұрын
I just found out and I am hooked!! Relaxing and calming!!
@clumsiii
@clumsiii 3 жыл бұрын
i first found Gregory on this ballad : kzbin.info/www/bejne/i5ezZoJ9rst1rK8 . Check out his orchestra concerts too . merry christmas everyone
@kayborndadon4009
@kayborndadon4009 8 жыл бұрын
As a lion that has been once been caged this song distracts me with is beauty while reaching into my chest to caress my heart and grab ahold of my very soul
@BigDapPacino
@BigDapPacino 4 жыл бұрын
This is one of the most beautiful song...he reminds me of Donny Hathaway for some reason...I have seen him perform at the Kennedy Center with a full Orchestra....he was awesome!
@keithwilliams7097
@keithwilliams7097 7 жыл бұрын
YES, YES, YES, YES, AND OF COURSE THANK YOU. PURE MUSIC HAS RETURNED. THANK YOU SIR!
@Deotex833
@Deotex833 4 жыл бұрын
This song is so powerful and has so much wisdom towards children that it changed my behavior as a parent. This song rings in my head whenever I get angry with my children and calms my nerves before I open my mouth. My relationship got better with my children. Thank You Mr. Porter and please do more powerful songs with great wisdom.
@lavenderbrown246
@lavenderbrown246 Жыл бұрын
Powerful music.I enjoy every song. What a voice....❤
@Socaman20
@Socaman20 10 жыл бұрын
The 100 ppl that disliked this obviously don't know or understands what "real" music is .This music is honest ,sophisticated and pure ,all in the same breath . Gregory Porter is a "real" artist and the music that he's sung on his stellar albums are moving and touching and i'm honored to have all his works . I can't wait see him live.
@brianward7508
@brianward7508 Жыл бұрын
The real young generation
@hraddle50
@hraddle50 11 ай бұрын
EXACTLY..!! I seen him live Downtown Chicago @ The Pavillion in Grant Park with my Fav Cuzn.1 of the Best Concerts Ever. & It Was Free👍🏾😊💞
@theanswersisinsideu
@theanswersisinsideu 9 жыл бұрын
I cried omg I cried what an emotional song it lowered my energy and filled my heart space
@ronstaples1124
@ronstaples1124 9 жыл бұрын
logtype47 me too bro i love his song
@wonderfulchild55
@wonderfulchild55 9 жыл бұрын
Ruth L Yeah I cried also. Such a beautiful song.
@jzloveinfinite
@jzloveinfinite 5 жыл бұрын
MINE TOO!
@Getitgirlllll4717
@Getitgirlllll4717 3 жыл бұрын
Girl i cried too within the 1st 3 seconds of the song I have know idea why Beautiful song but has me alllll in my feelings!! Lol Im sooooo sensi😉 lol...
@yaya5165
@yaya5165 3 жыл бұрын
I've been listening to this song for 7 years now, especially when I'm struggling with stress it has this calmness and Black Lov 🥰💖😍😘🎶🎵
@Savvynlady
@Savvynlady Жыл бұрын
Yes!
@donjoe2661
@donjoe2661 Жыл бұрын
Same. And then always the same thought .. what next to play to match that? Mostly I just quit listening to music after this song and do something else.
@donjoe2661
@donjoe2661 Жыл бұрын
Or repeat
@hraddle50
@hraddle50 11 ай бұрын
EXACTLY, BEST MEDICINE 🎵🎼🥁🎺🎻🎹🎶🎙🎚💞
@SoulWhisperer
@SoulWhisperer 3 жыл бұрын
I love this song sooooooo much. I almost cry when I hear it. The tender melancholy when you love and appreciate someone who is blissfully unaware of you.
@davidhampton7217
@davidhampton7217 Жыл бұрын
It's a very likable song Not only that it touches a good spot in a man's heart especially if he thinks he's very very very too cocky strong so have mercy on all of us guys that is
@SoulWhisperer
@SoulWhisperer Жыл бұрын
@@davidhampton7217 ✨
@SoulWhisperer
@SoulWhisperer Жыл бұрын
@@arthurgoff7321 👍🥰
@SoulWhisperer
@SoulWhisperer Жыл бұрын
@@arthurgoff7321 Indeed!
@shannonhemingway5311
@shannonhemingway5311 5 ай бұрын
Thank you.... I am in tears as I type. Nailed it!!
@jeanroddy4129
@jeanroddy4129 8 жыл бұрын
Gregory Porter has the most beautiful voice I never get fed up of listening to him.
@toniajames-morris8310
@toniajames-morris8310 Жыл бұрын
I Sincerely Understand; I Lost My Mother Rena James-Morris March 6; 2023; I Love Gregory Porter Music So Refreshing During Time Of Griefs For Anyone; Blessings; Peace And Most Of All Love 2/Each&Everyone Across The World🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼❤️❤️❤️🕊🕊🕊
@susanb8222
@susanb8222 Жыл бұрын
My granddaughter’s favorite song. She has been listening to it since she was 6 yrs old. At 11 years old, I send this video to her occasionally to remind her of what she has to give to the world,..her heart..❤just a beautiful song…
@ianmcnamee5243
@ianmcnamee5243 3 жыл бұрын
There is very few times, when stars aline, and the world is a better place, this is one of these times, it gets into your soul, and hopefully never leave Be Good!
@ivancossa4169
@ivancossa4169 8 жыл бұрын
personally i had never heard of him till a friend started posting of facebook "listening to Gregory Porter" then i decided to try. Just wonderful. fits to my personality
@MyraDeshieldsFerrell
@MyraDeshieldsFerrell 10 жыл бұрын
I just discovered him and me love he!!!!!!
@geenozbklyn5354
@geenozbklyn5354 9 жыл бұрын
REAL music is still alive...thank you Gregory
@nicholasjackson382
@nicholasjackson382 7 жыл бұрын
Gregory Porter is amazing!!! A true original! Avant garde.
@rosyanelinton7795
@rosyanelinton7795 7 жыл бұрын
you're right
@rosyanelinton7795
@rosyanelinton7795 7 жыл бұрын
true very true my sir
@jerrymoakley5588
@jerrymoakley5588 7 жыл бұрын
cool christian oy
@rosyanelinton7795
@rosyanelinton7795 7 жыл бұрын
Jerry M Oakley what
@meganhughes6377
@meganhughes6377 6 жыл бұрын
What is it about this song??? EVERYTHING IS PERFECT, his voice, the lyrics, the dancing, the background, I can’t stop listening to it. My #1 song of the year, and artist of the year!!!
8 жыл бұрын
One of the least pretentious jazz coated albums of all times. Love it.
@Playthellgb42
@Playthellgb42 8 жыл бұрын
+Mar Mascaró This is not "jazz coated" it is the essence of jazz vocal performance! You sound like a judgemental idiot talking about "least pretentious." Just because jazz music is over your tone deaf head does not mean it is "pretentious."
@loinsrch
@loinsrch 9 жыл бұрын
I saw Gregory at SF Jazz Weds. night; such an outstanding voice and wonderful presence. This video is very charming.
@teresab5188
@teresab5188 10 ай бұрын
I saw Mr. Porter perform live tonight at a free concert in Marina del Rey, CA, USA! I’m feeling so blessed! He and the band gave a top notch performance! I’m still buzzing from the magical vibes!
@SoulWhisperer
@SoulWhisperer 4 жыл бұрын
My first time to hear this. It made me cry. Beautiful.
@hassan1953
@hassan1953 8 жыл бұрын
wow! wish i could escape to a world that beautiful........
@dgalsdemsuga4270
@dgalsdemsuga4270 5 жыл бұрын
Still listening n 2019? Love this guy
@symonebarry2734
@symonebarry2734 7 жыл бұрын
This song is pure life
@thepharcyde5239
@thepharcyde5239 7 жыл бұрын
yes maam !x
@civilizeddiva
@civilizeddiva 7 жыл бұрын
A beautiful tribute to the Black woman. The woman who is always there.
@TherealIcedee
@TherealIcedee 6 жыл бұрын
civilizeddiva, I love this song so I looked up why Gregory Porter wrote it. He said its because of how a woman treated him and pretty much kept him in a box and would only pull him out when she wanted to play with him.
@derhimmelistkeinort4668
@derhimmelistkeinort4668 6 жыл бұрын
Only if "there" refers to KFC
@hunneylipps
@hunneylipps 6 жыл бұрын
Yeah but he is married to a very non black woman
@laurafelder2863
@laurafelder2863 4 жыл бұрын
Thanks and to all be encouraged
@sheiliaw.4376
@sheiliaw.4376 3 жыл бұрын
Wow. Music complete is what this is..
@mickismith6962
@mickismith6962 2 жыл бұрын
This song touched me so deeply. I love the symbolism of the feminine energy. And the balance of the masculine and feminine. My husband showed me this video and tears of joy just streamed down my eyes. I love Porters work. Another favorite of mine is his song “Painted on Canvas.”
@anijahrobinson984
@anijahrobinson984 7 ай бұрын
MY grandfather passed September 16 23 and him and I loved this song and listened to it everyday whenever we were in the pool, cooking, games, and more. This man always brings a tear to my eye whenever he comes on. I just started listening to him again because I wanted to play something while I was setting up his memories. I was supposed to go one of his tours but couldn’t because I was starting middle school. So thank you for being me and my grandfather’s happiness and joy.
@vecarter569
@vecarter569 6 ай бұрын
❤🙏🏾🌹
@ms.melanie5178
@ms.melanie5178 6 жыл бұрын
What's so crazy is is that I've been listening to this song 4 months now and never seen the video. And it's everything that I envisioned! I envisioned a woman dancing around a man that's caged in some way or another eventually them dancing together it's unbelievable. For me it's something I would love to dance to at my wedding if I ever get married again. It means so much more to me because I wish that my name was be good so I could have a man like that to go after me. It's like she's not necessarily trying to avoid him but because she's been hurt she doesn't want to bend to his will. It's only when he finally sees the Simplicity in the thing that she loves to do is when he truly understands her and can finally join the dance yes. I love Gregory Porter and his music to me is like water and air💜👑
@CosmicCompassionQuest
@CosmicCompassionQuest 5 жыл бұрын
Melanie sweet girl I hope you find what you are looking for
@badhoney
@badhoney 4 жыл бұрын
I was thinking about dancing to this at my wedding too!
@DPatelart
@DPatelart 3 жыл бұрын
I love your insight into this song. That's what it is to me also, so poignant
@ms.melanie5178
@ms.melanie5178 3 жыл бұрын
@@CosmicCompassionQuest awwe I apologize am just now seeing this but thank you so much! And likewise to you as well ❤
@ms.melanie5178
@ms.melanie5178 3 жыл бұрын
@@badhoney 🥰🥰
@moog8008
@moog8008 8 жыл бұрын
A good friend brought me here. What a wonderful display of art; music and dance. Gregory's vocal is wonderful - an original. It's a good hurt to listen to this.
@tomcrowe-garey7485
@tomcrowe-garey7485 8 жыл бұрын
My first impression of this man's talents: Intoxicating!
@dadam9154
@dadam9154 Жыл бұрын
Absolutely beautiful 🥹
@gnote206ify
@gnote206ify 9 ай бұрын
The feeling you get when your father says it's tears of joy😊
@stephenmarcotte553
@stephenmarcotte553 9 жыл бұрын
I don't say this kind of thing very often but I believe it to be an "instant classic".
@averysmithsr.2103
@averysmithsr.2103 5 жыл бұрын
I was enchanted by Gregory Porters voice and treatment of this song when I realized it was my home town that was being used as a backdrop! If that was not wonderful enough, I saw my son Michael Smith dancing in the ensemble! What an enthralling surprise!
@lavalson
@lavalson 6 жыл бұрын
I want to meet Gregory Porter one day and tell him how he makes me feel when I listen to this song.
@angellesupastar2904
@angellesupastar2904 4 жыл бұрын
Me too
@kanorigaud2288
@kanorigaud2288 4 жыл бұрын
Me too!!!!🧡💜🧡
@saintjack7091
@saintjack7091 Жыл бұрын
This song changed my life in such a way....now I realize the simplest life is the easiest life too live...Thank you.
@lonniegentle5307
@lonniegentle5307 8 жыл бұрын
I cried when I first heard this song, and I haven't cried in a very long time...to me, it's meaning to me is how you try to be good for those you love but find some way to try to make you the bad one. How you go all out and they seem to treat you the same. They really behave as if they don't know what they do wrong, only try to find fault in you. Sad but true for me..I also love his song "Water Under The Bridge"...that is where I am at in my life.
@harmoneeabraham9336
@harmoneeabraham9336 8 жыл бұрын
I hear something beautiful with your expressions. Thank you for leaving a bit of realness for strangers like me.
@johnboy12ish
@johnboy12ish 8 жыл бұрын
It is very lovely! As what you said is. Makes me think a little of Christmas. I'll check out "Water Under The Bridge". He's new to me, came up first in my search for new Jazz Artists. Wonderful!
@thedonmega692
@thedonmega692 8 жыл бұрын
here here Lonnie .x
@shapreciousmcgruder5147
@shapreciousmcgruder5147 8 жыл бұрын
the first time watching it brought tears to my eyes also. couldn't really put into words so thank you.
@honeybiscuitsinc
@honeybiscuitsinc 8 жыл бұрын
I did also. Sad, but great song. The phrasing is awesome
@pepsta27
@pepsta27 9 жыл бұрын
This song puts me in a very nice place.
@mj0037
@mj0037 3 жыл бұрын
What a wonderful song. Gregory Porter is outstanding. And it is nice to see Baltimore City in this way.
@dubinthedam
@dubinthedam 7 жыл бұрын
In an interview Gregory Porter mentioned that Quincy Jones told him it was one of the best songs he'd heard in recent years...but of course it still gets 600 odd dislikes....some people! Tough knowing more than Quincy eh?
@steveeolio
@steveeolio 3 жыл бұрын
very tuff indeed quincy's been everywhere in his career..
@jonathanmiller776
@jonathanmiller776 3 жыл бұрын
Have met Gregory porter and Quincy Jones that is a great pair
@jonathanmiller776
@jonathanmiller776 2 жыл бұрын
Ive been lucky enough to have met gregory and quincy....WOW what a treat
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