Bobby Caldwell "What You Won't Do for Love" Live at Java Jazz Festival 2008

Bobby Caldwell "What You Won't Do for Love" Live at Java Jazz Festival 2008
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[@1051POWER]

Bobby Caldwell was baptized in shea butter and coconut oil

[@BlvdRoad]

LMFAO

[@m.r.5016]

Stolen comment👎🏽

[@FroZoneDeNiro]

🤣💀

[@BatMuncher]

@@m.r.5016 do we care

[@m.r.5016]

@@BatMuncher .... I said it. So what's next?

[@marytith3029]

for a long time I thought Bobby was black

[@rawhousellc3172]

short inserts of slang will do that to you in music. He repeatedly say, "Got a thing for you" in the song. and you not have ever thought of a white guy saying that.

[@Lesquat28]

mee too !

[@patriciaguadalupe1056]

me too god i was not the only one forgive me but i wasn't born yet but seventies and eighties. is my favorite music thank you god for this music

[@royrockerfeller]

For 15 years I have always imagined him to be a black until today. FML.

[@Michaelraymondonkeys]

Mary Tith we all did at one point in our lives

[@Arvesikdt]

I died when he hit the dip at 39sec yo.

[@bradfo55]

ROFL!!!

[@KingLeeThe2nd]

gmail user I thought he was falling. Lol

[@shaunishab89]

gmail user I'm weak too

[@deekay1747]

Me too!

[@sinemsomi]

gmail user YOOOO!!!!!😆😆😆

[@piratexander]

Rest In Peace musical legend Bobby Caldwell 1951-2023 ❤

[@CherishArtist]

This hurts 😣

[@piratexander]

@@CherishArtist right? such sad news to wake up to. the Kalimba Song off this same album is so good.

[@cribrebo7375]

@@CherishArtist BIGTIME...

[@MrVariant]

Oh I didn't know he passed on. Rest in peace, such a great song.

[@bg710]

do not take fluoroquinolone antibiotics!!

[@febriyodr6969]

Who watch this video 2024?

[@mercedesmacarenamendoza]

YOOOO DESDE VNEZUELA.

[@joeybinks23]

Yerrrrr Bobby held it down

[@yhnsong]

jajaja

[@nuriy_elhasibuanalie]

Me..Jakarta

[@vinceherlock5354]

ain't many white dudes that can get away with that

[@thuggin4413]

vince herlock him and Jon b that's it lol

[@allanrichardson3630]

Thuggin you forgot Michael McDonald and Kenny loggins

[@CalebMcFarland]

allan richardson what about Allen Stone and Yarl Bernhoft?

[@dumisatonyjohnson8145]

vince herlock Justin Timberlake would’ve been had a pass

[@PapaBaush]

Boz Scaggs also. But yep you’re right

[@slackerthacker420]

Man, his voice hasn't changed at all!!!

[@alpinestargt]

Jonathan Thacker shit still clean af

[@japhy6536]

It’s insane really that voice is still as transcendent as it was 40 years ago

[@Heavenzvoice]

Jonathan Thacker that voice is gold. He takes care of his voice that’s why. Your voice doesn’t have to show age if you take care of it.

[@Doug.Dimmadome420]

@@Heavenzvoice he goes to the gym every day to work out his voice

[@lynej2011]

@@lomate1963 🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@leroytate374]

I was 15 back in 78 when this song hit. We couldn´t believe such a soulful voice was coming from a white cat. It told us that anybody could have soul. This song became probably my favorite r&b song ever. Still love it, still as fresh 36 years later.

[@leroytate374]

Martin OneEightSeven lol......Still lookin cool tho

[@catfishdylproductions6762]

Martin OneEightSeven You'll be old too one day...enjoy your youth.

[@leroytate374]

CatFishDyl Productions Young people have no idea how fast it goes. The challenge is keeping yourself young for as long as you can

[@stallion2561]

LeRoy Tate It's hard to sing that way for quite a long time and Bobby's singing here is exceptional. It's like I was sent back to the 1970s. And yes, I perfectly agree with you on this one.

[@leroytate374]

***** I would bet he didnt too

[@christopherphillips8027]

He still had a voice here. Rest In Peace Bobby. This song is a timeless classic.

[@sandiemac55]

This song takes you back to where you were when you first heard it. Good memories. REST Well Bobby

[@bballerforever]

I totally agree, his voice was still strong and soulful. How I wish I had seen him in concert. He made me think back to 1979 ❤broken heart💔

[@GLCParakeets]

@@bballerforever I agree. I remember when I was 8 years old, this was my favorite song. I didn't he even know he passed away until today. Sleep peacefully Bobby. We all still love you.

[@bballerforever]

@@GLCParakeets His soulful voice lives on thanks to KZbin, fortunately for all of us.

[@GLCParakeets]

@@bballerforever I agree. His voice is very special, and I'm glad future generations can enjoy it.

[@dannyo.7119]

Rest in Peace Bobby! One of the greatest songs I’ve heard

[@glcturtle]

Yeah. He will always be remembered!

[@curtakajay]

When he hit that dip tho 😂😂

[@natashamac9869]

Man I had to rewind lol 😂

[@heythere6064]

😂🤣😭

[@OrcaTrumpet]

He knows

[@lndnhaze7185]

I dunn broke my back just watching

[@bellamonae]

Lmaoooo

[@justus8040]

Dude on the Sax is really try'in to get paid!

[@crizish]

I love your comment. Made me spill my beer!

[@mariahyohannes]

Sound like he singing with the sax lol

[@robertovalle655]

You mean the Bendy Sex Whistle?

[@jamesgomez9151]

He's an excellent performer

[@arthurmorgan7812]

@@robertovalle655 eww

[@aleialaw]

Man he is tearing that sax UP!!!!

[@xxxPdoublexxx]

yes he is!!!

[@mildredpierce4506]

aleialaw, I used to have a sax but I couldn't play like that.

[@Powerduo88]

Yes, he is and looking like Elton John too!

[@ericburwell2982]

Its criminal the way he's handling that sax! I've listened to this 20 times back to back just because of the saxophone!!!

[@mirkabedj9281]

His name is Patrick Lamb, he plays in Gino Vannelli 's band.

[@diment0857]

This song has been the soundtrack of my life, RIP Bobby Caldwell

[@francisbelize6218]

still listening in 2024... the muscians crushed it.... Rest in peace Bobby Caldwell

[@brianstucki8835]

Yo he took good care of his voice through the years...

[@freddygigliotti7214]

Sure did!!!

[@michaelireland7239]

yo bro aint it the truth ruth

[@alicjadudek1042]

To prawda. Jego głos nadal sam .

[@JohnLee-li1dk]

Hahahahaha😂

[@Pelt2010]

Dat dip is when his alter ego kicked in😂

[@kevzeman]

Bruh 😆😆 ahahahaha

[@GabrielBelloMusic]

🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@KilllaTofu]

The change from Robert to Bobby hahaha

[@BobbyRalf]

😂😂😂😂😂😂 HAHAHHAAHHAHAH

[@mlopezr28]

Only a genius like Bobby Caldwell could take his own best song to another level. I definitely love the original version but damn, this refreshed arrangement is mind blowing !

[@cashoutsteve2495]

Facts and still have the energy to perform this live decades later and special shoutout to the person on the saxophone.

[@harrygalloway2117]

Alt. changes are very hip

[@xandykkaudy8252]

His voice has matured a lot also, makes the song as good as new

[@adoris864]

Yes! That's exactly what I was thinking.

[@carollangston]

Love this song and what a wonderful talent he was! RIP Bobby Caldwell

[@michaelmitchell8800]

Sax guy absolutely crushed it… ✊🏾

[@ownpoint6716]

Didn't know Elton played Sax!

[@adroitartist3570]

Yo he definitely did!

[@Dl515]

Patrick Lamb from Portland Oregon

[@ManoloDiazToro]

Hola se equivoco????

[@RandomUser25122]

Indeed he did

[@echoclaros492]

Hey y'all! It's 2021, who's still watching this? Congrats to you friend!

[@HoneyBunches100]

Me! Me! I Am! 😂😁😂❤️

[@aggierowe9574]

COVID relief

[@ayonnazglam9050]

Hey!!

[@jasminesuarez8358]

I just found out he is white. Im shook. Lol.

[@AudreyHallPresents]

@Echo Claros - me ... @AudreyHall_ just now ... and it's so good.x

[@LisaGemini]

Damn. Forty years have gone by and this man still sounds amazing. Go, Bobby, go!

[@davebrown9714]

👏🏾👏🏾👍🏾

[@bryan6x]

I was only 6 in 1979. But i so like this song. Here goes.. kzbin.info/www/bejne/imPZgmB-ebOhkMU

[@1208aa]

The Black delegation accepts this mans application and we will trade Kanye

[@maceinater]

LMAOOOOOOOO. the comment of the year

[@712entertainmentDWV]

No we ain't trading Ye. He stays

[@filmkv]

2024. I am 39. Heard this song couple days ago for the first time. And fall in love with it❤

[@ВикторияВ-ч4ы]

Me too❤

[@RyanMoonRocks]

Same bro(ette). Same.

[@jillkelly1329]

I've been listening to this song for 45 years and it's still awesome!

[@Whatever_mishy]

RIP to the Legendary Bobby Caldwell 🕊️❤️❤️🙏🏻🥺 We will never forget that majestic voice that broke barriers and was preserved so well all those years!! ❤️❤️

[@ananq]

Who watch this video in 2020?

[@leonandersen9532]

yeah

[@reneelovely4806]

Me!!! This song is wonderful! !

[@rizkiatabs]

gw

[@luizando9]

Me !!!

[@k-rizza5541]

Sire, Riza reporting for Duties Sir...

[@deniscleary67]

only Bobby could recruit Elton John to make a cameo appearance in his band.

[@johnhendricks8140]

Or could it be Elton John's twin brotha. Dudes killer on the sax.

[@Research0digo]

LOL, I saw that too!

[@maryannsilvino8047]

Yeah its elton

[@mdwayne741]

LOL.....it's actually Jack Osbourne!

[@joshuajohnston8452]

Fuckin dead lolz

[@Leehuss5582]

Damn CLASSIC song.... Sung beautifully

[@debrawhitney7748]

In 1979 I was 24 and I remember and loved this song Now I am 68 rest in peace Bobby

[@gayrohendricks9189]

Me too❤❤

[@rpmevo8]

R.I.P. legendary Bobby Caldwell. Heaven gained a soulful songbird. Thank you for what you COULD for love for all of us while you were here. 1951-FOREVER. ❤

[@sloemmak8386]

In Loving Memory of my cousin Steve Eidson who past away April 6,2020. Steve played with the famous Bobby Caldwell and he was a remarkably gifted and talented musician. He taught himself to play the Hammond B3 organ in High School because he was inspired by the great Mose Alison. He entertained all of us who knew and loved him. Rest in Peace Cousin Eidson, you're finally home. Hope my Dad was there to greet you when you arrived.

[@Jay-wr2vq]

I hope their lookin down upon you with pride

[@l242l305l]

😇🌻👑🖤

[@sarahalbers5555]

He's making beautiful music in heaven , don't worry, he's still with you!

[@trapkoala8901]

RIP to your loved ones ❤️

[@sarahalbers5555]

@@trapkoala8901 oh I am so sorry for your family's loss and for of all of us fans. This year has been brutal. God bless and know he is always with you.

[@zero1fifty8]

I just discovered this dude was white in 2018 and I grew up listening to this song and versions of it all my life wow cant believe his voice

[@EricBlackmonGuitar]

Amazing singer paired with a fantastic band. THE BEST!

[@MrNathan791]

I was 17 back in 78 when this song came out. I loved it then and it’s only gotten better with time. Bobby in this live performance still sounding great after so many years. It’s all about taking care of that voice and Bobby seem to have done just that. So much great music and artists from that era. I feel so blessed to have been there to enjoy it in real time. Peace out.✌️

[@insygletontaylor]

RIP Bobby, this song will forever be iconic.

[@SD-it9ne]

He invited to all the barbecues

[@venilgns2365]

😂😂😂😂😂

[@MISSCOOKIE41]

BRAVO!! Mr. Caldwell; btw... 1979 I was staring at our stereo when your song played on my local radio station, I was 11 yrs old. Thank you, for your TIMELESS beautiful music.

[@dscioli1336]

Guess I'm showing my age... was spinning this record at a NY radio station in 1979..Watched it climb to #1. Go Bobby,, still got it.

[@tgong7477]

This song lasts for years

[@gvrpresentsbearwilliams]

Only ONE Bobby Caldwell... Love you Man!!! Rest in Peace

[@DaiquiriJack]

Who the hell disliked this

[@victoriaoladapo7017]

I said the same thing.

[@mustangjane1610]

No soul

[@peexstile]

elthon john's fans

[@doughill6579]

The upset fans that realized he’s white 🤪

[@twinkletoes808]

Bts fans

[@ItsDior24]

But the lady jammin at 3:46 is me! 😂

[@Jani-rs3ws]

Chrisjon Blake LOL

[@tylerp3327]

Lmfao! Facts

[@kitsontuli2713]

Lol

[@AW-ve7fm]

wow really ?

[@chromemox3319]

The sax player’s tone quality is phenomenal, but still has this delicious edge to it.

[@wonderjoyce]

Bobby Caldwell!’s passing is such a shocked . He passed away at the age of 71. Bobby’s vocals are so smooth and sexy on this track , it makes you want to play it over and over again. This song is still part of my DJ music collection . R.I.P. Bobby Caldwell

[@miami2017]

Rest in Peace and thank you for the memories, Bobby! Even though I did not know your music at that time (2008), I'm grateful for knowing your music and becoming one of your fans from Jakarta, Indonesia

[@vwiggins1847]

I'll never forget when my best friend told me that this was actually a white guy singing the song and a black guy. talk about shellshocked. Lol

[@MOPARMANIATEXAS]

Lavica Wiggins yeah funny......he is good... reguardlessof his color

[@caringaboutayearormoreinwr2124]

Blue eye soul at it finest, please don't ever put Sam Smith in Bobby Caldwell and Boz Scaggs or Darryl Hall category, because Smith doesn't measure up to them legends.

[@2580chas]

I was shock I'm just now knowing after all these years this song is by a white man

[@sonyk2542]

Smith is more of a gospel soul. Don't compare any. They are all different artists.

[@wavy1704]

Its Aquatii What’s the issue?

[@ruger51995]

Welp I guess it's true Africa really does have the most diverse genetics

[@jonathansandford]

Most amusing remark

[@stratocaster1greg]

See you on the other side Mr. Caldwell. We are losing all the greats too damn quick.

[@jaimeguerrero4614]

I was 11 yrs old, in the sixth grade and head over heals in love. 😊

[@JJStubbs]

This dude is white!?

[@topcake]

Cayle Barsby yeeeeeep!

[@FAWXPLUS]

he doesn't really sound white in most recordings, that's kind of a popular thing

[@jtkilroy]

In the current vernacular ... I know right!?!?!

[@Ameriken91]

Correction: "this dude white?"

[@CalebMcFarland]

Cayle Barsby I mean based on this video I think so.

[@stevenreyes3601]

I was born in 1990. Im 31 years old, I love this beautiful song.. specially when I'm driving on a rainy evening. Also I like it in Saxophone version..

[@drfunk1986]

when he says "1979" it sounds like The Joker from The Dark Knight

[@kirillmetodiev]

Lol yeah haha

[@drfunk1986]

that's why everyone laughed

[@jack_3xs133]

😂😂

[@Dodi-zp1es]

Great & beautiful song. I'm an 80's gal. True talent can't be denied.

[@rdareal1]

I wanted to let everyone I know, how great of a artist Bobby Caldwell is...no disrespect on the share!!!

[@johnventura1637]

Bobby Caldwell is one of the most underrated song writers in the past several decades

[@x217xwebb]

Sometimes you don't have to say much to say ALOT.

[@guitaristshawn]

I agree. His entire catalogue is filled with amazing songs. Fantastic writing and performances on each album.

[@derrickpatterson3812]

I saw Bobby in San Diego about a month ago. He definitely still has it

[@l242l305l]

Seriously?! I wanna see him in concert!

[@whoami2437]

man I'm from San Diego, how did I miss that concert.

[@marcuscorporal]

Im sorry this song is so much better than any song that's been released in the last 20 years

[@SaintAnger101]

Then you aren't looking hard enough, man. This is a banger for sure but there's plenty of great songs out there still.

[@precious.a.k3240]

Listen to Brent faiyaz 😩

[@boogiethearchitect2469]

@@precious.a.k3240 brent is amazing, but nowhere close to this song

[@athi6985]

@@precious.a.k3240 bruhhh Brent’s gaiyazz is not even close

[@MultiTYSON007]

​@@precious.a.k3240 his music isn't that great

[@patriciayoung9298]

RIP Bobby Caldwell what a soulful voice. Everybody experience what that song is about. God speed.

[@joseclebernascimento1414]

RIP.....Legend 👏🏿👏🏿👏🏿🙏🏾🕊️

[@NicolasGodon]

I need this wig. That dip move at 0:39 was G-A-N-G-S-T-A

[@l242l305l]

🤣

[@HeartWorX.Creations]

He is QUITE FLEXible for his age, that was soooooo SMOOOOTH!!!

[@matheusborgesv]

He knows what ge doing!

[@misticmoon115]

If “never judge a book by its cover” was a person lol I love this song. He still got it. 😍

[@reyformento3382]

My college days, no girls, busy with jazz music.

[@QuantumOfSolace1]

Bobby Caldwell is a legend! I saw him live and I was blown away by his vocal power!

[@cocojumbo412]

The Larry bird of RnB

[@rowe1756]

This makes me want to buy a saxophone 😁

[@eldontedlisondra8488]

I could imagine him in heaven jamming with the legends. Rest in peace Mr. Caldwell! That dip 0:39 is still iconic!

[@jasonpfinch]

The voice is still there, but the wig ... oh Bobby.

[@DavidLopanjr]

jasonpfinch. Dude his hairline wasn't that full in 1979.lmfao

[@SmoothdaHustla]

Lol, omg you guys are jerks...I can’t stop laughing

[@feelnrite]

I thought that was the deal too.

[@pugwhisperer6502]

jasonpfinch poor guy can’t help it

[@BruceJC75]

Yeah he should stick with the hat

[@Galaxymusic20]

RIP Mr Caldwell

[@streetcat3411]

What a nice, groovy song!

[@iii-ei5cv]

Who is this white guy and what did he do with Bobby Caldwell??

[@sparrow_solas]

same guy that replaced dunkey

[@nicksavage1973]

FedeRhodes bruh tell me this is joke ...Bobby as always been white

[@snipe_gaming_ttv]

The same guy who drop this hit in 1979... Bobby has always been white he has soul....... Not to many have it but he does

[@arthurmorgan7812]

@@nicksavage1973 it is.

[@BiggerThanBlackAndWhite202]

😂😂😂😂

[@tehillah-yaaelyisrael2928]

I thought he was of the Black Persuasion also

[@sdfdfdfsgsdvsrgfsdsd]

I guess you wonder where I've been I searched to find a love within I came back to let you know Got a thing for you and I can't let go My friends wonder what is wrong with me Well I'm in a daze from your love, you see I came back to let you know Got a thing for you and I can't let go Some people go around the world for love But they may never find what they dream of What you won't do, to do for love You tried everything but you don't give up In my world only you Make me do for love what I would not do My friends wonder what is wrong with me But I'm in a daze from your love, you see I came back to let you know Got a thing for you and I can't let go But then I only want the best, it's true I can't believe the things I do for you What you won't do, do for love You've tried everything but you won't give up In my world, only you make me do for love what I would not do Make me do for love what I would not do Make me do for love what I would not do Make me do for love what I would not do

[@michaelavery1978]

Man that drumset sounds so good.

[@Dzzy123]

He still sounds like the record. Amazing!

[@BillBene67]

Bobbys voice is so smooth even now. What a gift. Even hitting those high notes. Legend~

[@stevecooper7883]

I miss him bros...

[@FrankWillTV]

Timeless music

[@agnesaniog3840]

The saxophonist is phenominal as well!!

[@harrietwright7390]

Yes love the sax player awesome

[@dfawn]

Fire

[@marymartin5098]

Bobby Caldwell is a musical genius ❤

[@kholidams]

I love jazz and java jazz ❤

[@JESNnsej]

Elton John is playing the sax?

[@leroytate374]

Lol.......That was the first thing I thought when I saw him

[@melaniesky3184]

That’s what I thought 😂

[@jaycosper8048]

Hahaaa he killed it tho

[@the1realanalogman]

Zoso Sax man is Patrick Lamb. Plays with Gino Vannelli.

[@eleodoroerikrudelespinozap4099]

Zoso jajajajaja yea

[@finallycansee8170]

I was born in 88 .. my father played this song daily until his passing and I Always thought it was a Motown artist or what not. But to me it's beautiful he has a beautiful voice I've been listening to it since i was a lil girl

[@DreamsongsProductions]

For 30 years I thought this song came from a black brother with a ton of soul. How wrong I was!

[@singerreid4624]

He knew his music

[@jimmance2224]

class act...class guy ...nothing like this today...sad !!!

[@outsider238]

Love the keyboard that repeats that rift at the end. Guitar and sax are awesome!

[@4Peaches1]

I was 10 years old in 79. Nothing like good music, playing outside and watching my uncle clean his blue nova Ah the good times!!

[@TheChaz747]

PeachesHandmade Soaps Happy 50th

[@ev_alex_]

ok boomer

[@aliffiyaalhani5050]

Does that mean.... does that mean you were born in 1969?

[@isaacg2008]

Ever Alexander fuck u

[@annamarie2024]

Just heard the news. Rest in heaven ❤️

[@taniarodrigues971]

Amazing 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@90sxfree]

Buddy with the saxophone went tf off!!! 🎷🎷🎷💖💖💖💖

[@mariahyohannes]

When you have an artists who can sing that well live, you gotta keep up!!❤️

[@Cebelle823]

Such a timeless, beautiful song by the one and only Bobby Caldwell. RIP soulful white cat. You will be definitely missed. : ' (

[@riyanthonididi]

00:38 I guess you wonder where I've been I searched to find a love within I came back to let you know Got a thing for you and I can't let go My friends wonder what is wrong with me Well I'm in a daze from your love, you see I came back to let you know Got a thing for you and I can't let go Some people go around the world for love But they may never find what they dream of What you won't do, to do for love You tried everything but you don't give up In my world only you Make me do for love what I would not do My friends wonder what is wrong with me But I'm in a daze from your love, you see I came back to let you know Got a thing for you and I can't let go But then I only want the best, it's true I can't believe the things I do for you What you won't do, do for love You've tried everything but you won't give up In my world, only you make me do for love what I would not do Make me do for love what I would not do Make me do for love what I would not do Make me do for love what I would not do

[@renatas.5531]

Thank you

[@XahGee]

RIP Bobby you were a brother through and through ✊🏿✊🏿✊🏿

[@novamoraimafiore6188]

Dios mío! Al escuchar sin ver el vídeo pense que era un hombre de color!! 😮 Tal como creí de Rick Astley 😮😮❤ Maravilloso color de voz de Mr. Caldwell 💕💕💕💕

[@beatsbyjada8686]

I used 2 think he was black 😂

[@413smr]

So did a lot of people, myself included.

[@victoriajackson6459]

He’s been adopted by the black community. We totally consider this man black 😂😂😭😭😭😭. All this soul 😂😭

[@marcusflowers9218]

RIP BOSS... One of the best songs ever... Beautiful lyrics!!

[@bryceisnice6]

one of those rare songs that NEVER gets old!!!

[@workingken4268]

79? I graduated, I remember so much my relationships

[@morris_davista]

Legend 👏

[@DavidMartinez-pg3zq]

"...You tried every dog gone thing but you won't give up.." - You got that right bobby

[@FreeAsABird53]

So many memories, I was a kid but I loved love his music. All of my teens. Rest in Peace. Will never be forgotten ❤🙏🏽