Give It to You: The Martha Wash Story | Mini-Doc

[@IndigoEnchantress]

CC & the music factory did her so dirty hiding her in the dark while using a model prototype to mimic her voice. The disrespect! Martha deserves a proper tribute at an awards show. Give her her flowers while she's still with us ❤️

[@quincycooper79]

Agreed

[@madface16]

If you think the group had any power to do anything about that you dont understand the music industry

[@IndigoEnchantress]

@@madface16The group was in on the fraudulence. Don't give me that BS

[@TheNewgreatlife]

She sure does and I'd be humbly HONORED to perform "Give It To You" in honor of her!

[@quincycooper79]

I am glad that Martha sued the SHIT out of C&C Music Factory &Black Box for stealing her voice and putting them on those beautiful skinny Bitches.

[@darrylgaines2540]

one of the greatest voices of all time ♥️♥️♥️

[@nathanielholmes6630]

@darryl Gaines... Absolutely!

[@levmoses742]

Seriously!! She could use a lot more props!!

[@muzimthembu453]

This woman's voice is like lightning to my soul! So beautiful!!

[@dougfredricks2017]

She was blessed with a golden voice

[@dbrown9495]

Yes She is FIRE!!!

[@divatalk9011]

When we talk about Unsung Greats, this Diva belongs in a class reserved for very few. Everyone from Sylvester to Whitney recognised her talent. What happened to her career was an utter tragedy. Thank you so much for this 💗

[@bmwjourdandunngoddess6024]

Yup 💔

[@tchrhistry]

One of the greatest sopranos of all time!

[@quincycooper79]

Yes she is

[@akadime2]

That part

[@jstone7365]

This woman affected pop culture over DECADES. She deserves all the love, respect, and recognition in the world. Whenever anyone speaks of the greatest voices of all time she has to be mentioned. It would be insulting not to. Much love and respect to Miss Wash. 💛

[@KaedonGray]

I have heard NO ONE compare to this voice. I LOVE A-N-Y-T-H-I-N-G Martha sangs. Periodt.

[@cjayconrod]

Give Miss Wash her flowers!!! She is truly a voice I grew up on, and it does my heart good to see she's still thriving on her own terms.

[@Betweentheraindrops8]

Her voice can’t be placed in a box even if they tried. It’s too versatile. I’d kill for a rock album with her vocals.

[@CuirPhotodotNet]

...get ....love and conflict.....enjoy....

[@TheRetroWoman80]

Yes, kind of like how Lisa Fischer sang with The Rolling Stones.

[@lyd2460]

@@TheRetroWoman80 Lisa Fischer and Martha are in my top 5 favourite vocalist of all time ❤💖 .

[@SANDYMILLER23]

Yes I would love that!!!! l absolutely LOVE rock music!!! Queen Martha will kill it!!! Her voice with an electric guitar rift...My Lord...what a blessing.

[@JLPerryTV]

“Love and Conflict” has a few rock songs

[@iluvcupquake123]

Whitney Houston even testifies to the magnificence of Ms Wash’s instrument.

[@thetroytroycan]

Gasp. I didn't know

[@miamotoworld]

an underrated legend

[@zezah47]

“Sometimes you have to sit yo ass down and think”! The best advice yet! I even found out about songs I haven’t heard before. Thank you for this great story!

[@teddyrob28]

Never knew she was on Centipede, all these years I thought Rebbie was the best Jackson female vocalist...wow, I've been lied to for almost 40 years. Ms Wash is and has always been a national treasure. Thank you for featuring her.

[@shviewjames126]

I did not know either, but now it makes sense, why Rebbie never sounded like that again. Shame, shame, shame. The deceit.

[@gaddovame2879]

Chile, if Rebbie really sang like that, she would've been far bigger than Janet and also just as big as the early Jacksons.

[@mslishajackson]

I LUV Martha Wash, and I am so glad she is still making music. I wish radio was like the old days when DJs played what they wanted and exposed us to different music.

[@TheHappinessHelper_XO]

Me too!!! Frankie Crocker said if he wasn't on the radio then the radio wasn't really on, I thought it was marketing but he was telling the truth. Even with payola he was one of the best DJs ever.

[@JBouey-kz5wh]

Thank you for archiving Martha's story, and for archiving the many Black singers who changed music as we know it today.

[@bmwjourdandunngoddess6024]

I love him so much for that! We need more of that truly. I’m obsessed with it! We miss Archive our Black History and keep the digital footprint so it can live forever!

[@JorgeEscobar-s8q]

Her voice is so powerful. I saw her perform at a club. They were were issues with the sound system, but Martha started singing a cappella. Her voice was so strong that no one could tell the mic wasn't working.

[@stfomar]

Bro! I'm Martha's great nephew, and THIS, has been the best, and most comprehensive / interview on her life, and career. You pulled out some vintage footage, that I haven't seen. Martha is a home body, and is humble to a fault. This is the most I've heard her talk about her life, and historic music career, and trust me I've asked her personally, lol. She would give snippets lol, so kudos to you on this Amazing expose on an Icon, who still to this day does not get her just due for her contributions to the music industry, and the world and she is the last one standing from her peers! There is no sporting event in the last several decades worldwide, where you don't hear her voice. The music industry really needs to recognize her for her contributions, and award her a Honorary legends Grammy. That should be the least of it, for she is a living legend! Give her her flowers, while she's still among the living. Auntie!, I love you dearly, and immensely. LOVINGLY your nephew Omar Marshall.

[@CelestialGatez]

I can recognize Martha's voice ANYWHERE. I absolutely LOVVVE what she did on Rebbie Jackson's mega-hit "Centipede"! ICONIC! Love me some Martha!!!

[@ladybookworm1635]

She's definitely a LEGEND & BEAUTIFUL & FABULOUS & BLESSED 💙🦋💙🦋

[@darkskinss]

Not Miss Wash working then high cheekbones and this burgundy bob wig. She betta do it. She looks good. BLACK WOMEN are the best singers on the planet. Period.

[@GearsinMotionGraphics]

Just to think that Rebbie Jackson "Centipede" was sung by Martha Walsh is a huge statement to know!. So much behind the scenes

[@jacquelinelowery5589]

@Robert Jackson, every time I heard that part where marsha was singing, I always said, wow, Rebie can sing! I always thought that was Rebie singing.

[@teddyrob28]

I feel so deceived. That part on Centipede was so amazing, I always wondered why Rebbies music career never maintained the early traction. Now I know.

[@jacquelinelowery5589]

@@teddyrob28 yeah, I used to wonder the same thing. But now I know after so many years I'm just finding this out.

[@teddyrob28]

@@jacquelinelowery5589 seriously this was my mommas jam....she's gonna be soo disappointed when I tell her, lol.

[@seanpowell1661]

Yeah, I found this out twenty years ago. When I was 8 in '84, I would run to the TV whenever the Centipede video would come on. My favorite part of the song was the ending. Now, I know why that's my favorite part because, I love Martha's voice. Great song!

[@faafafineartist]

One of my favourite songs is Martha and Luther's duet. OMG, I had that on REPEAT for years.

[@aline827]

Martha Wash and Whitney are my n1 vocalist ❤️. Thank You 🙏🏾

[@ZeCabreira]

Ever since I learned that Martha Wash is the one behind the songs of C+C Music Factory and Black Box, I became an instant fan, even though I've already known her since the early 80's via 'It's Raining Men'. She has one of the most beautiful voices in the whole wide world. Right there with Aretha, Mariah, Barbra, Toni and Whitney. I LOVE 'TAKING AWAY YOUR SPACE' TOO!!!!

[@dbrown9495]

Hello martha wash. They need to give you an achievement award. Your vocals break glass. Best club music of all time!!

[@XDF745]

Always knew she has an amazing voice but she seems like an amazing lady as well ❤️

[@mirtieraczo5842]

I'm so surprised they didn't mention her duet with Luther Vandross, I Who Have Nothing. That song is a masterpiece. It's a whole vibe.

[@scorpionqueen7620]

You beat me to this comment lol this is one of my FAVORITE SONGS!!

[@lisaallen-dg6bn]

Yes, when she sings she buys you diamonds it sends chills up my spine. One of my favorite songs😊

[@stfomar]

Yes! One of the greatest duets of all times!

[@NPGLAMB]

Beautiful voice. Queen of house music vocals

[@rickyparrilla2426]

Martha Wash has an amazing story. I can hear her tell her story over and over. It fascinates me so much especially her years performing with Sylvester. I once saw Martha & Izora exiting a Cadillac behind the Palladium in New York City. They were entering through the backstage entrance because they were doing a show that night. When I saw them you can just feel the years of performing just all around them. They were walking in as if was just another show to them. LoL. I also had the privilege of seeing Martha & Izora singing background for Sylvester at a Record Pool party at the Pardise Garage in NYC IN 1986. There performance blew the roof of the place. They literally put to shame all the other performances that night. It felt like church in a Night Club. I was only 17 years old and I was watching these legends do what they do best, Sing. It was one of the most spiritual experiences of my life hearing all 3 of them sing on that stage. You can feel the love Martha, Sylvester & Izora had for each other. I was only 17 but I will never forget those voices. It was amazing.

[@sirblack1619]

This was great to get to see Martha tell part of her story. This channel is amazing and I am so glad that you have expanded to doing these interviews.

[@nicolesherman8974]

I’m really excited for this video! Omg, Martha Wash in the flesh 🤩.

[@SoundBlackRecordings]

Oh my gawd I had no idea Martha was the voice on Centipede. I love that song.

[@coray242]

Omg I’m so excited! I love Martha Wash! One of the greatest voices ever!!!

[@melissaatkin-ivanovich169]

The way Martha Wash transitioned from Gospel Singer to House Music Singer phenomenal. Love Martha - such a powerhouse voice 😊

[@stanharry3722]

This is so beautiful and to think that Martha remembered her roots and remembered Sylvester and Izora. I still listen to all of their music even into 2022. They all made great hits. Thank you Martha and you are still as beautiful as always..Keep it up your doing great..

[@vaughnjohnson1715]

Taking Away Your Space is my favorite song by her.

[@ElleMS-14]

Her voice, her energy, her everything. Such a Queen.

[@UncleDuTheWatchman]

Won a COURT CASE with her SINGING VOICE. #oneofakind

[@quincycooper79]

Yes she did

[@koal2kb]

Ms. Martha Wash you can never be boxed in, your voice is too dynamic and beautiful--too much genius. But we want your Gospel album. And another Soul album. And your Jazz/Blues album, and a Popular Standards/Show Tunes album...We want it all. Your true fans are here and we are down for the ride! We will crowd fund for you if we need to. 💐💐💐💐💐❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@PrecociousFriand]

Just an incredible voice like nobody else's, instantly recognisable globally.

[@1PrinceJay]

I seen her live at a private event in Florida and baby she tore the place up with that beautiful voice!

[@CuirPhotodotNet]

...she is a cultural icon....on so many levels....there is such a ....rigor ...discipline...authenticity...heat around her work with...Sylvester and Izora...the 3 of them sounded like a choir together...black and supernatural...a whole world within themselves....they are gospel...and disco...and pop....and jazz....and something else altogether.....her solo work is also very powerful...and her courage and convictions still carry her through...she can sing the phone book....effortlessly..and she is recognized...as superior....immortal...universal....and unique....her jazz chops are stellar....confident...no hesitation....in her approach or attack...the most recognizable...unsung diva in the business....under God...she is one of the most worthy....

[@claytonallen5428]

Martha Wash is one beautiful talented soul and her music lives on forever!!!

[@d15pi63]

Giving Martha her 🌺🌺🌺. A true Classy Diva second to none. Go on Queen M! 💝

[@rogerdou7226]

been a fan since the SYLVESTER years. Her voice has always given me shivers. Even when the BLACK BOX song came out, when you saw the video, you just knew the voice of that the woman was not hers. I had recognize the voice, but was confused. It happened again with C&C. She took them to court & won. Finally when she got her own album contract. That album was fantastic. It aged well. I saw her 3 times live & she never disappointed. She's a fighter & it shows in her sublime voice. Thanks MARTHA we love you & we support you.

[@cassandrasoler8309]

I'm getting goosebumps just watching this deep-dive conversation. What a blessing!

[@duanewadefan]

Awesome. I don't remember a time in my life when i did not hear Martha Wash's voice. As I got older and learned she was singing "real hard" background vocal and making a song a hit. As the legend Sylvester said these women can sing y'all.

[@TheRetroWoman80]

This is why I love this channel. You really dig deep for artists from the old school. Kudos👏👏Martha is a vocal treasure.

[@laurapeoples7069]

Martha has always been such a gem. She remains one!

[@bclislife]

You got Martha on the channel!! Congrats my friend!

[@leonardjackson1573]

This has been one of the most enjoyable interviews to watch. I thoroughly appreciated this live musical journey of the great Martha Wash!!!! Great job on the interview. 🙌🔥🔥🔥🙏

[@newnanbro1]

Everytime I play ; I've Got To Make It On My Own from the Backatcha' lp,can't help but be moved. ( Yes, a grown-ass man tearing up ). The harmony of steel guitars and gospel greatness along with the majesty of Martha's voice sends this song to another realm. My favorite line from it? " So many say I'm wasting time, but remember this time is mine. And I'm determined, to hold on... " 🎤🙏🏾

[@floydthompson8668]

POWER, RESILIENCE, STRENGTH, COURAGE, INTELLIGENCE, RESOLVE, LONGEVITY, ONCE IN A LIFETIME VOICE, AND YES BEAUTY...ICON!!!!!!!

[@TheIZM]

1.) Milik is gorgeous. No disrespect. 2.) THANK YOU FOR THIS!!!! Martha Wash is one of the greatest singers to touch a microphone. Super appreciative of this interview. I can't even explain how excited I was seeing this pop up.

[@noreneal7252]

The Gospel album is a must must!!! 💯🙌🏾

[@corneliuswhite5139]

Another great interview. I admire your preparedness and presentation. I've ALWAYS loved Martha Wash, and I loved that Sylvester allowed them to shine. Some people assist in creating the soundtrack to your life, and Martha is it for me. One specific tidbit of a selection, is her duet with Luther Vandross "I Who Have Nothing" ...it always brings me to tears. Thank you for doing a great job!

[@britishlad5648]

“Amazing Singers,” Martha, and Izora!!!

[@seanpowell1661]

Great mini doc on one of my favorite singers, Martha Wash. After C&C Music Factory did her wrong in '91, Martha was asked to join the group in 1994 for their second album. She sang alongside with Zelma Davis(the same woman who lipsync to her voice)on the hit song, "Do You Wanna Get Funky With Me". Side note: Paul Jabara wrote "Last Dance" for Donna Summer in 1978.

[@shockerthedan670]

She fronted for black box too

[@tzarwolf5675]

Thank you for this interview with Martha Wash. She is one of my favorite singers. I have always wanted to meet her and buy hey lunch and have some laughs. Now I know why I love the song “Centipede “ because of Miss. Wash vocals. Shame on the music industry for not promoting & being honest on who really is singing. Martha Wash is one of the world’s greatest singers. Thank You To The True Queen Martha Wash!

[@cionyholloway1114]

Taking Away Your Space was nothing short of Amazing. I'm shocked it wasn't more popular. Best vocals ever

[@TheDkSkye]

Martha’s one of my top favorite singers and music industry inspirations. She’s paved the way for many (myself included) and I can’t wait to see what she does next. As a child of the 80s/90s, she’s been the soundtrack and reference I hear when I think of someone SANGing. Martha you’re a true gem 💎👑✨ I bet they had to pay a pretty good penny to repair that roof after you sang in DOWN! As always thank you BMA & Malik for these AMAZING STORIES 👏🏾 These mini-docs are music history!!! I enjoyed watching them so much 🫶🏾💐✨ Ps. My parents raised me right so they always reminded us that it was really you singing those black box and c&c songs when the videos came on 😂

[@tangled55]

She is a once in a lifetime treasure. If singing is the name of the game, and the game we are actually playing, then she sings it all and basically sings them all down. She can literally sing ANYTHING.

[@edgarribeirodossantos9019]

Miss Wash is such a fine, exquisite, contemporary blessed and gifted artist with a 1 second recognizable voice that we all got treated for so long, we are so lucky for that! World is a better place because of her and everything she has been giving us! Amen 🙏👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼🙌🏼🙌🏼🌹❤️✌🏼

[@maxtheknife]

To those who thought Martha's vocal on "Centipede" was Rebbie singing, did you not listen to the rest of the album? 😁

[@Harlemblkboy]

The shade

[@randycox3232]

@@Harlemblkboy Interesting Micheal Jackson requested she be on that project...

[@brandyeduncan7285]

Lol... I'll admit I did not🤣😂🤣

[@newnanbro1]

All of the Jackson's have ( had ) thin voices, with Michael being the exception.

[@bmwjourdandunngoddess6024]

💀

[@jasperdilincoln2341]

She is so underrated. Beautiful Person. I see why Sylvester chose her.

[@AllenLewis]

I enjoyed this video. Martha Wash is a legend. I love her debut album and her recent album Love and Conflict. I would love to work with her one day on a song. Her voice is one of the best. Keep doing your thing with these interviews.

[@dariusdiamante317]

LOVED THIS!! Miss WASH is much deserving of this honor. I go all the way back to 1978 and '79, when I first heard SYLVESTER & Two Tons O; Fun. P.S. Please bring back the MAHALIA JACKSON EXPLAINED episode!

[@dawnsmart8283]

Love Ms. Wash! Her voice is so amazing!!! She seems like such a beautiful soul! Thank you for this interview!

[@sadgirlporvida3227]

She is truly an icon I will always carry in my heart

[@BlytheWorld1972]

Thanks so much she is my idol and one of my Fav singers of all times.

[@baileytheinvestor2622]

Love it! She’s so underrated it’s crazy.

[@pfh3133]

What a beautiful voice...amazing!!!

[@coursecorrection4105]

Thank you. This is the best music channel. I learned a lot

[@daveydcxcix]

Back again I love her voice so much! My fav voice of all time!

[@wbtothey]

I sincerely hope that people appreciate how talented this lady is And I hope that she gets to live a wonderful life as she truly deserves the ultimate respect

[@ChurchofPhillyWatch]

I opened for her in DC she is Beautiful, Warm and Amazing! 😍

[@obedthemagnificent7128]

Oh my God i have always wanted you to discuss this legend. As a house vocalist she's the the great example and I adore this woman all the way from South Africa. Thank you sobmuch for this

[@hermit7903]

Martha is a legend!

[@ZebraLens]

Thank you so much for capturing these interviews. These are precious gems that the industry tries to leave behind, but we will never let these legends be forgotten. It seems like major media doesnt like to focus on the older artists and only go after the new hip ones that are "in" at the moment. Please continue to do this great work and recording these moments of insight from these artists. Thank you🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥👏🏾👏🏾

[@tuckernaughton]

Martha Wash's voice was part of every 90's kid's life. It was everywhere. Glad to see her getting her due. Love you Martha.

[@jamiengaddis8416]

Thank you for this interview and video. I love Martha Wash. I bought every record she has brought out in my teenage years to now. It's awesome to hear the story from her. Blessings!

[@GodsChild4Ever446]

I love you Martha Wash I met you years ago in DC during the anniversary celebration of Inner Light I sang what God has for me by LaShun Pace. Years later I met you during Light Health and Wellness’s event via Debbie Jacobs Rock I came to get your autograph and you remembered me and asked me if I was still singing and never let go of my gift. You truly touched my heart and soul and gave me a wink. Your words of encouragement and the fact that you remembered me was such a light in my life THANK YOU FOR BEING SO AMAZING AND BLESSED ❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@LamLam-ko5ec]

I have been waiting on this one

[@michaelmccaslin6291]

One of the humblest nicest people I’ve ever met

[@benjamincarter772]

Thank you for this!! Its so beautiful to see Martha get her just due. You pointing out "Taking Away Your Space" is a brilliant call out. That vocal is supreme!

[@deepnation10009]

Martha!!! Thanks you!

[@DLFfitness1]

She has a great body of work. Love her voice.

[@tcookie]

THANK YOU, BMA, for putting this together. I learned so much! Long live Martha & her legendary voice!

[@stephanleo]

Great Interview with a great singer and lady.

[@NaturalliBeautified]

Love me some Martha! Her voice is so iconic and amazing.

[@tkatbriteside8469]

Thank you for this mini-doc. It warmed my heart and brought me to joyful tears. Thank you Martha Wash for your beautiful contribution to the soundtrack of my life.

[@avlivinggolden]

I love this channel ❤️! Thank you so much! Martha Wash is beautiful! I would love to see an episode on⁰ Grace Jones, Lady Miss Kier, Cece Penistone and Angela Winbush.

[@flygod0177]

OmgooodNESSS.. gratitude for this Interview of the Fabulous Martha Wash🥰 I use to get my life in the club to this Diva. Brava to this Channel💚👌🏾⭐️

[@waterbearer4627]

When I hear this lady it takes me back to the late 80s/early 90s music era when dance acts were sampling powerhouse vocalists and not crediting them. I loved this interview and to hear the insight and thoughts on her musical journey. I am one of those that gravitated to her dance stuff (sorry Martha!). Her 2 tracks singing with Jocelyn Brown for Todd Terry in 1997 "Keep on Jumpin" and "Somethin Goin On" are considered dance classics. There is a reason why her voice resonates in dance music, this is because she is giving a warm injection of soul to balance the cold synth slick tracks. It's also so great she is still passionate about exploring other genres. There is another powerhouse vocal trinity that were getting #1s that can't be ignored. It consists of sampled women Martha Wash, Jocelyn Brown (Snap "The Power") Loleatta Holloway (the singer on Black box "Ride On Time"). Would love an interview with Jocelyn. One of my favourite track of hers is Jamestown "She Got Soul" which is compromised of her satisfying runs and riffs!

[@shannonD68]

Thank you for posting this. I grew up listening to Ms Wash, as early as 14 or 15 years old. I'm now 55!😅 God bless her. She is among the greatest voices of her time, whether the masses ever know it or not. She's a legend to me.

[@amberjay82]

Mutha WASH 💐💐💐

[@johncharleswizeass]

One in a trillion voice with unrivalled power and control. I still play that 1993 Martha Wash album. Sure, styles change, but her voice is as thrilling as ever.

[@busybee2033]

So glad and thankful Martha Wash is still with us God Bless

[@davidmcfarlane9185]

Amazing Artist… That Song Just Us was such a big hit here in NYC on WBLS On heavy rotation

[@deborahbrents1155]

This lady's VOICE, OMG, is truly so Amazing. Love It!