Heatwave - Always And Forever

Heatwave was an international funk/disco band formed in 1975. Its most popular line-up featured Americans Johnnie Wilder Jr. and Keith Wilder (vocals) of Dayton, Ohio; Englishman Rod Temperton (keyboards); Swiss Mario Mantese (bass); Czechoslovak Ernest "Bilbo" Berger (drums); Jamaican Eric Johns (guitar); and Briton Roy Carter (guitar).
They were known for their singles "Boogie Nights", "The Groove Line", and "Always and Forever".

[@Josslenewilder]

Hi I’m josslene wilder, Keith’s granddaughter. I watch this all the time and it was great to see what he was like when he sung at a young age. Thank you for posting this although I am young I still love heatwaves music and this is my favorite song they have to this day💗💗

[@genshenhaiku404]

Your grandfather and his band made a lot of people happy then and still do to this day with their wonderful music. I was 11 years old in 1978 when this song came out and remember the first time I heard it and where i was. Great songs are a time machine and this one always takes me back to my youth and first love. May you be blessed as your grandfather was and how many millions he blessed with their timeless songs like this! All the best to you, young lady

[@bradchervel5202]

You should be very proud. They both were such magically incredible performers that worked harder in one show then most people do in a lifetime and had fun doin it. A true joy to watch and listen to.

[@rhondagaddy9344]

Respect! ❤

[@Dave23788]

They made history with that song. God bless you and your family!

[@timdumah7737]

Wow

[@Jiggy609]

The control in his falsetto was out of this world

[@dsmooth704]

Dude was on point before on point was a thing

[@marthaberdiel5785]

Yes! He had talent! No need for auto tune! ♥️💕

[@marcuslwashington6515]

The real deal!!!

[@universityofwtmp]

His aura is out of this world. He seems to transcend the earthly experience.

[@darkj3di336]

And always my number ONE slowJam!

[@tony7994]

Can we take a moment to respect the fact that the people playing the instruments are also apart of the back up singers 🔥🔥🤲🏾.

[@veeseee128]

Johnny knocked this song out the ball park. It seems like this song was made for him. They don't make e'm like this anymore. One of the most beautiful ballads of all time. Hands Down in my top ten. Johnny looking down and smiling on this video. The brother had a beautiful voice with out a doubt.

[@vondefeo8586]

His live is better than the recording, he was an absolutely expectional vocalist

[@bertc2314]

What a tragedy that auto accident rests in paradise, Mr. Wilder

[@ainsleyscarlet9027]

I’m friends with his daughter. She is very nice.

[@kerrimiller3397]

I know it makes me want to cry just so beautiful

[@kerrimiller3397]

How old was he here 21?

[@bens7183]

Rod Temperton is one of the greatest song writes of all time. He wrote a lot of Michael Jacksons early hits.

[@sylviamaua745]

Temperton wrote "Off The Wall", "Rock With You" and "Thriller"; he also wrote "Give Me The Night" for George Benson and "Stomp" for the Brothers Johnson.

[@julesl6910]

@@sylviamaua745 That's racist white people can't write soul songs, you have been banned from everything and cancelled.

[@bonybb14]

@@sylviamaua745 He also wrote The Lady in My Life.

[@elforeigner3260]

Rod Temperton made Michael famous.

[@bonybb14]

@@elforeigner3260 He was already famous.

[@trebo12]

Johnnie's accident was tragic, but the remainder of his life was NOT A TRAGEDY. He wouldn't allow it to be. He never lost that beautiful voice; he continued to sing, write and record - including for his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ; he taught and guided young people; he produced music in the studio for other people; he never lost that megawatt smile and positive outlook; and he encouraged others that they too could make it after a similar setback, including Teddy Pendergrass who turned to Johnnie at his lowest moment - and they became good friends. Johnnie lived an additional 27 years after his injury and was a BLESSING to many. He literally ran his race and WON!

[@kyuccaalisimpson237]

Bro was SINGING. THIS is music!!!

[@caveygaming]

and magical

[@coudgeb]

I don’t think ppl realize the sheer amount of awe and talent these men have. I’m mean Rod wrote Thriller and endless songs of such beauty. Not enough room for the applause needed hear. I hope generations will love this forever.

[@michaelleggieri7135]

And rock with you

[@SDHughesspyderD]

It’s very rare to find a live performance that rivals the recording. This performance is par excellence by Heatwave!

[@kimberlyhoward4940]

No lie. They didn't like to do lip synced performances. The preferred live.

[@harrychapin808]

@@kimberlyhoward4940 Is it live or memorex? IT'S LIVE!!

[@michelelaraia7358]

@@kimberlyhoward4940 They

[@kimberlyhoward4940]

@@michelelaraia7358 go find a life obvious typo.

[@michelelaraia7358]

@@kimberlyhoward4940 i already do, miss.

[@Nostalgic-Lady]

Simply the greatest love song ever. Johnnie Wilder was in a league of his own, astounding range and falsetto - and still no contenders all these years later. Mr Temperton and Mr Wilder - I salute you both 💔

[@Erwinfariano]

Mantese, Berger, Keith Wilder, and Eric Johns, Is marvelous!

[@xell5252]

ABSO FUKIN LUTELY FABULOUS

[@dorothygagliardi8905]

His voice was amazing! He could siinnngg! AF

[@mailman1052]

It is

[@deedledumb790]

Phillip Bailey from EW&F came pretty close, but you're right.

[@adhere2reason260]

If you didn't get chills, check your pulse. A total masterpiece.

[@musiclover-cn7tb]

I definitely did the first time I found this video and nothing's changed !!.

[@karengarr8370]

Adhere, agree!

[@janetmartin5463]

AMEN TO THAT 🤗 👏👏💗💗💗

[@BennyMosses]

❤🎉

[@BennyMosses]

Love it

[@tribeofjuda]

Main man (Johnnie Wilder Jr) sang the vinyl completely off this song. Perfect in every way...perfect tone, perfect pitch, perfect delivery. Just absolutely kilt it. At this stage he had fully matured as a artist into the song. He went all natural and raw on this song; no frills, no glitter, no processed hair...just pure talent and sang the hell out of it. Love, Love, Love this performance. Two thumbs up.

[@tussypop]

3 thumbs Up🔥🔥🔥

[@brendagordon2926]

Wow!! I remember this song!

[@califdad4]

So sad he went out because of a red light runner and hit the car he was riding in

[@tribeofjuda]

@@califdad4 Yeap, he did a few more projects even after the accident, from his wheelchair. But quite naturally he never fully returned to the pre-accident form (would have been impossible for any human being to do). Still was good but of course not on the same level. I really miss the guy. What a talent.

[@pnutbuttergirl72]

He deserves his flowers and love RIGHT NOW! My goodness his voice is silkier than silk 🥹😘

[@debraparker833]

This song was popular at weddings in 1978. The bride and groom's first dance. Treasured memories of a special day.

[@alfeleh]

This was my wedding song in 1986! Timeless.

[@Silvana716]

My cousin’s engagement party first dance in 1984.

[@HH-mw4sq]

RIP to Rod Temperton, the legend on the organ. That genius was also responsible for many of the hit songs on Thriller. I never understood how a bloke from Cleethorpes, Lincolnshire, could write and arrange some of the most soulful music ever.

[@misslou252]

Wow I didn't know that! I'm from Cleethorpes!

[@HH-mw4sq]

@@misslou252 - so can we expect some hit songs from you?

[@misslou252]

Lol I've lived in London for most if my life now! I'm going to learn about him.. he wrote for so many people didn't he ?

[@HH-mw4sq]

@@misslou252 - yes he certainly wrote and arranged for many great soul music artists of the 70s and 80s. As a person who was around when this music was first aired, we always admired but were perplexed by Rod Temperton. So am I to assume that Cleesthorpe isn't a hot bed of soul music like Detroit was in the 60s?

[@electrictroy2010]

Music talent can come in any form

[@kimmoore6445]

Memories listening in 2024

[@sandeedobberstine5591]

Ditto….these guys were so beautiful and talented ❤

[@BabBab-yj9ih]

And you are so much right. Because I had never had a boyfriend and I was 17 and when that song come out. I had a boyfriend and I feel like I was in love.

[@BabBab-yj9ih]

Me too. Remember the days. He and I got married 20 years later

[@BabBab-yj9ih]

And he dead

[@terryadams4853]

Smooth Smooth Smooth !!! 2024 and beyond.

[@MsLatrice2]

Lord Jesus His voice was truly amazing And this live version is unbelievable

[@vondefeo8586]

It's incredible just majestic

[@joycemcclure9158]

I’m ❤❤trying to say good 👍

[@amantedelcane420]

That organ player, Rod Temperton, was an absolute songwriting genius.

[@canethamoore6442]

His falsetto is on point!! Love the fact that they song it just like the record. No add-ons. Superb!

[@joeyricci3796]

Even better than the studio version....

[@musiclover-cn7tb]

@@joeyricci3796 yesssssssss

[@user-gq6ic6ri3r]

The voice ❤

[@Mina-ok5qm]

Better than the original. Just flawless vocals. Takes you to a good place doesn't it 😊

[@bensocrazy7264]

He was flawless.

[@thetinman7371]

Repost: I listened to this version of Always and forever the night before I was to board a grayline tours bus with family & friends to Daytona Beach Florida, upon arriving one day later I went out on my balcony there she was sitting at a tiki bar on the patio she looked like an angel.. we spent time together the remaining time I was there knowing reality would set in and we would have to part and I would never see her again we still kept in touch from time to time she finally married someone I kept the memories Always & forever...thank you for the time we shared.

[@edwardhill1279]

It's a sad sad shame their are no more BANDS left in music ..Heatwave was one of the best bands back in the 70's their music melodies and Johnny's voice was simply amazing..I miss the old days

[@joecurmaci5880]

Me too brother in these days reminiscing on all the songs from that era we were fortunate it's sad to see where we are but God bless

[@Blade-ts9fr]

I feel bad for our kids and grandkids. Musically they are seriously getting the short end.

[@calliepeach6234]

Mint Condition is close!

[@johnnythomas3609]

Amen

[@Chet_Brinkley]

SO, SO, SO ....... TRUE !

[@Catchmarley]

HIs vocal range is out of this world that ending was heaven man ! Smh i wish

[@dorothygagliardi8905]

Mind blowing end note! Doesn't get better then this! Xx

[@needahandle]

Nailed that ending

[@vondefeo8586]

That ending is off the chain superb

[@joycemcclure9158]

@@needahandle ❤❤ 🎉🎉Love we will have to get together soon

[@Hamigal]

My husband has been gone for 15 yrs now. I still so remember dancing with him thou to this song. Thanks for the memories

[@marcusguyton3062]

I never thought I'd say it, but I believe the live version is better than the album version. They're both full of emotion, this one is more... raw without restrictions. It has more passion and emotion.

[@stevegoodfield3574]

Agree from England

[@jormiccar02]

Thank you, I think the live version is a better. It just makes me wanna cry because he sings so good. He is really giving it his all

[@ragzsweetjones]

The fact these man are dressed like The Warriors makes this 10x more classic for me

[@bobbi6ix]

Real talk

[@PanSearedRibeye68]

Dayton Ohio guys. The Capitol of Funk

[@christopherreid9992]

Lmao. Truth Be Told!!

[@darrencharles]

@@PanSearedRibeye68 god damn. they from ohio too??? sheesh.

[@darrencharles]

#facts

[@JoeSmith-tr1ud]

Musicians of today…take note. This is pure talent and hard work. Also a US Army Veteran. 🇺🇸 RIP Johnnie Wilder and Keith Wilder

[@MarcosDavidTV]

Loved your comment. Here in Brazil when we miss someone is called SAUDADES I miss you = estou com saudades Love this beautiful song.

[@wormcatchin]

semper fi

[@DaisyAnnabelle65]

They were truly blessed and Johnnie’s voice is phenomenal!❤️

[@natemickens88]

When did he pass….🙏

[@MentalInstru345]

Instrumental version: kzbin.info/www/bejne/jKbJZYSXq9eeq5Y 🎶🎵🔥❤️🔥🎵🎶

[@nickyfarrell3024]

One of the greatest singers to stand behind a microphone.

[@airassault11]

Rod Temperton was the keyboardist and main songwriter for Heatwave, writing songs including "Star of a Story", "Always and Forever", "Boogie Nights", and "The Groove Line". After he was recruited by record producer Quincy Jones, he wrote several successful singles for Michael Jackson, including "Thriller", "Off the Wall", and "Rock with You". He also wrote songs for George Benson, including "Give Me the Night" and "Love X Love", along with Patti Austin and James Ingram's United States number-one single "Baby, Come to Me", among many others. Temperton wrote the soundtrack for the 1986 film Running Scared and won a Grammy Award in 1990 for his work on Birdland, from Quincy Jones's album Back on the Block.

[@MarcAnthem]

Wow, I didn’t realize how powerful this man was.. thanks for shedding some insight. What a badass.

[@michaelyoung5950]

He also wrote Lady in My Life on Thriller album

[@TheSecurityCamChannel]

Johnny Wilder was such an underrated singer as evident in Heatwave's first two albums where he sang all the vocals demonstrating his wide vocal range. They'll never be another like him.

[@pamela2320]

I hate when people say this. Underrated by who? Who on this planet would deny his talent?

[@TheSecurityCamChannel]

@@pamela2320 I don't care what you hate. Have a nice day.

[@tonyt8805]

Johnny Wilder 🔥 🔥 😎 🔥 🔥

[@electrictroy2010]

PAMELA is correct. A band that scored hit after hit after hit is NOT underrated. They were at the top of the charts & highly rated in popularity .

[@TheSecurityCamChannel]

@@electrictroy2010 Don't you fools ever read before you reply(It's a rhetorical question)? I said Johnnie was an underrated singer and not about the group Heatwave as a whole. Pay attention next time.

[@evelynvelasco-ze8se]

My beautiful wife 49yrs together remember this song and dance in our front room I tell her Love 💕 You forever hold her tight

[@reneemixon3994]

The last song I heard my 93 yr old dad sing on beat, all the way through, a week before he passed away over 15 yrs ago......RIP dad.

[@kathleenstanley6751]

What a beautiful tribute!

[@Delatta1961]

This was the song I danced to with my girlfriend, at my senior prom. Kim O’Connell, blonde hair and blue eyes. That was 44 years ago, but I still remember the butterflies I had holding her hand and walking to the dance floor. I was petrified of dancing, but for her, I did it anyway. After graduation, I joined the Army, I never saw her again. Great memories

[@vettevegas]

Our senior prom theme song. 1979.

[@notyournigga]

You fucking rule dude 🫡 such a cool story to read with the song playing in the background

[@smoothlyrugged]

Johnnie didn't sing this song, he owned it. Wore it like a cape swaying in the breeze. Rest in peace. Rest in peace Rod Temperton.

[@essiejames9492]

Jonny does not get the recognition for one of the best falsettos he was very good as we can see in this video RIP the Wilder brother's ❤

[@charlesc.b2435]

FIRE!!!!!! 🔥🔥🔥🔥 When you listen to music from this era it really exacerbates just how horrific music is today listening to records from the 60s and 70s it’s almost embarrassing. How music is in modern times in comparison to this. This was recorded about 11 to 12 years before I was born and to say it’s timeless would be an understatement

[@MrChristian]

Mind is blown. What an incredible performance. What a voice. What a song. Is this not one of the 5 best live performances of the 20th century?

[@lorettatripodi7531]

The control he has over his voice. Thr range is mind blowing 🤯

[@MSAUSA70]

Yep - i agree...it was his 'Mind Blow'n Decision'! --- M.S.A.

[@fradaja]

Can we just take a second to appreciate the harmonies

[@lameshathomas9803]

Still listening 2023❤

[@PaulettaHarrison]

I LOVE HEATWAVE, NO AUTOTUNE, REAL SINGING. RIP JOHNNIE WILDER JR. YOU ARE A TRUE LEGEND

[@georgiablk]

No one can exact those notes! This is truly a display of pure vocal talent!

[@bootsy7]

Sorry but Philip Bailey could as well

[@quintachante]

Durand bernarr

[@PresbianTier]

@@bootsy7 that was the first name that popped up in my mind.

[@deandreray3500]

The show starts at 3:36 RIP Johnnie Wilder Jr! RIP to my father I’ll always be grateful for you raising me on this type of music!

[@ronniewoodinsteadofmt2615]

So sad he was in a paralyzing accident less then a year after this song .

[@deandreray3500]

@@ronniewoodinsteadofmt2615yep 😢

[@tikinov]

Johnnie Wilder Jr. got''s to be top 5 Falsetto

[@gailsternal9955]

Dang!!!! Johnie gets lost in this song! It literally overtakes him. Pure, raw talent! What an honor to watch him! ❤️

[@terrymansfield7957]

I'll soon be 75 years old, and it overtook me too! ❤

[@MYSONMYBUDDY]

From the 3:38 mark, Johnnie becomes possessed & takes his soul, heart, voice & talent to another level! Arguably the best voice & ending to any song ever! Many wedding couples dance to this at receptions, but this video & version is timeless classic! Thank you Johnnie for this memorable song & your gifted talent! R.I.P.

[@jazziai]

Agreed! And 4:50 is just chills!

[@wilfrelora3806]

What about 5:27

[@VDEP2727]

Possessed is the right word choice. If you’ve ever had an experience like that, it’s like God takes control. Just unbelievable and you can feel the energy coming through a video from the 70’s.

[@vondefeo8586]

It brings tears to my eyes his vocal is absolutely in a different league

[@vlndvrhr5042]

I never tire of this song!

[@user-xg6gp7qq2v]

I love this song incredible group. It’s 2024 nothing like old skool ever😊❤

[@starman2089]

I love Heartwave! A band of many backgrounds; 2 Americans, 2 Englishmen, 1 Jamaican, 1 Swiss, & 1 Czechoslovak. Rest In Peace: Ernest "Bilbo" Berger, Rod Temperton, Keith Wilder, & Johnnie Wilder Jr. 🙏🏽 🕊️

[@LadyHavana74]

*Brings tears of joy to my eyes every time I hear angelic Mr Johnnie sing this, couldn't be no more beautiful, lovely AND extraordinary!!! Rest in eternal peace to all the members that have passed of one of THE GREATEST BANDS OF OUR TIME but also... to my one true love, the love of my entire lifetime, my twin soul and my husband-in-Spirit Mark E. Bailey (4/26/73 - 7/1/03). "Rest peacefully until we love again..."*

[@LadyHavana74]

By the way, my mama is getting up in age and I'm gonna sing this to her for her birthday (November 18) before I might not get the chance for her physical ears to hear me sing this to her... I can sing the original version perfectly but this version is simply unsingable in my eyes unless you listen to it a trillion times and memorize it, I might attempt to wing it but it's improvised, I don't think I'll ever be able to sing this live version in Mr Johhnie's very own unique way! DAMN! 😧

[@Randyg1959]

I just love how easy Johnnie Wilder Jr. makes singing this song looks. I remember my amateur friends straining like hell to sing this!!! What fools they must feel like after seeing this performance.

[@marchreemarshall7275]

😂😂😂

[@dorothygagliardi8905]

We used to use the hairbrush as a mic... LOL.. Growing up with these songs of Magic was the greatest period of listening, wishing I were one of the Supremes! Great memories & this song is everything ❤

[@wormcatchin]

what fools indeed....

[@erehistruth2356]

He had a beautiful voice. Song is not easy to sing definitely.

[@ronaldhoward7908]

I saw him, them(75?), ranked him best showman ever !. Aqua Lounge Philly. Small venue 52nd st. Stage was small close contact, he turned it. So sad about accident. Rod Temperton continued writing great songs. 2 of the best to EVER do it.

[@LindaOenglishlinda]

They just don't make music like this anymore...simply gorgeous!!!!!!

[@antinciafoster7979]

Amen

[@user-ml4mm8tz9p]

Just pure class no more no less

[@darryldouglas6004]

so glad for the shoutout to Rod. The man wrote these and MJs Thriller. Such a gift to us all.

[@jessygarci]

Rod*

[@darryldouglas6004]

@@jessygarci TY I didn’t catch the misspelling

[@lisathornton6374]

My wedding song. Celebrating 31 years on August 18, 2021.

[@blakkproud6229]

Although Johnnie Wider was passed, after I saw this live the first time, I fell completely in love with him, seeing his mother's interview just increased my adoration for this man, he to me was definitely one of a kind😍

[@robertbest3796]

I saw that interview as well. Very humbling they way she cherished him and gave respect to all the band members. Robert from Manchester (England)

[@marvinwilliams5490]

One of the greatest love songs ever 😊

[@LadyHavana74]

*Mr Johnnie made sweet, mad and passionate love this live performance of this song! And, by the way just LOVED LOVED LOVED the diversity of this band!!! 🤍🖤💯*

[@lindagrant627]

I love this song. ❤. My husband dedicated to me 22 years ago, and he just recently died from the covid on October 9th 2021. He used to sing me this song all of the time. ❤. So every time I hear it, I treasure it even more now.🙏❤

[@zandran1453]

My condolences! ♥️

[@bruceradz]

I'm so sorry Linda

[@marilynschneider7691]

My heart breaks for you. So very sorry for your loss. 😔💔

[@yokoomonroe7740]

🙏🏿

[@sutantumangguang]

my condolence and my heart go to you Linda

[@wandawilliams6018]

His voice is amazing!!! Still all these years later I still get chills.

[@jerrydifiore6623]

It does not get any better than this people. You are looking at a band that had practiced and practice to get to this point of pure perfection.......each individual and the whole band.

[@flufferstuff]

This is amazing. I was on a drive with my daughter and she played this song on our stereo, but it was Luther Vandross. I said, “Hold on. That’s not the original. When we stop I’ll find it for you.” I now have it on my app. And then I found this. What a wonderful band, with such a talented lead singer. This video is a pleasurable break in a weary world.

[@malotonga4957]

I said it once n I'm gonna say it again Johnny wilder is one of the greatest singers of all time no questions about it man was a master at control n runs. Bless up

[@natemickens88]

Funny …. All this time I thought he was Michael Evans from Good Times

[@MentalInstru345]

Instrumental version: kzbin.info/www/bejne/jKbJZYSXq9eeq5Y 🎶🎵🔥❤️🔥🎵🎶

[@tribeofjuda]

can't argue that...simply can't. So underrated.

[@ericrobinson7184]

His voice was astounding, unique, and needed this song to demonstrate his virtuosity.

[@nickolehall]

He sang that like he knew it was gonna be a classic!

[@user-qi7bf7jk1i]

The song is brautiful but with Johnny Wilder & brother sing it , its a precious giftsentvfrom the Angels.That lasy note on him is especially chilling, amazing then, now & forever.Music like this doesnt die, just doesnt.❤Thank God..👃❤🇱🇷

[@socorropeers8217]

They don't write songs like these anymore. Simply the best!!!❤

[@rik4369]

The System doesn't want to us to feel joy from the current music. All the pump out these days is destruction.

[@mrmaxxx94]

One of the greatest songs ever,Rip Johnny wilder and rod Temperton,respect

[@dorothygagliardi8905]

Thank you for this treasure! RIP.. xx

[@MentalInstru345]

Instrumental version: kzbin.info/www/bejne/jKbJZYSXq9eeq5Y 🎶🎵🔥❤️🔥🎵🎶

[@faithbassed49]

This makes me happy and sad at the same time. Happy because I was alive to witness such great musicians and song burst on the scene in the 70’s. Sad because too many of these exceptional artists are no longer with us. Thankfully they continue to live through their music!

[@danacaro-herman3530]

@faithbassed49. I know I was a young girl when this song came out ( I was born in 1969). I'm a 53 year old woman now. Johnny Wilder is in heaven, as he gave his life to Christ after his accident 🙏. I miss his beautiful face🥲

[@faithbassed49]

@@danacaro-herman3530 thank you for sharing his giving his life to the Lord! In my imagination I see him as the lead vocalist in the heavenly choir! So fortunate that we were able to be the recipients of his wonderful gift of music! Blessings to you!

[@Josslenewilder]

I loved reading this comment!!💗💗

[@barriegiles9076]

Just sitting here in tears over this beautiful song and the men who made it. It always takes me back to high school and all the memories of being a teenager in the mid-late 70's. What a classic!

[@harrychapin808]

@@danacaro-herman3530 I'm sorry he is gone. 😔

[@johnnynickerson2073]

In concert Johnny holds the last note for at least 30 seconds. Johnny was a beast. RIP

[@bigal05171957]

There are no words that can express how SMOOTH & BEAUTIFUL THESE BROTHAS WERE ☮️ ✌️

[@dominiquemosley1703]

So very true!!

[@tinacouch3531]

Rod Temperton was probably one of the greatest song writer ever

[@seunda]

BEST VOICE I'VE EVER HEARD. I'M 42

[@2463sugarbear]

Damn, He was so smooth with this, I had forgotten, SIP Johnny..

[@Jueceman15]

I make it a priority to listen to this song AT LEAST twice a week.

[@lawrencetiffany]

Good idea!

[@Mark-us4ft]

This is quite possibly the greatest live performance of all time. This sounds just as good if not better than the actual recording

[@chaplainpromise2699]

I will always remember this group and this beautiful song! I will never get old for me..

[@Diane-vb9zv]

Loved this song as a child. Listened to the song repeatedly. Classic!!!

[@crawleyclarence5]

Probably the greatest falsetto in history. RIP to the great Johnnie Wilder.

[@rhbfsbsjb]

When I first met my good lady wife we used to dance to this closely and plan our future.i just found this on KZbin started playing it and my heart burst.remembering how we both were.both of us ravaged by illness and time.my darling wife just recovering from a stroke.mebwith a terminal illness.i looked over at her and said do you remember this song.the smile she gave transported me back all those years.of course I do we used to dance to it she said.thanks Johnnie wilder and thanks rod temperton .although passed some years ago.the memories you gave my good lady and me.are priceless.xxx

[@saintxofalltime584]

Ray, your comment is beautiful and I lift you both up in prayer, brother!

[@jlynnwarner8170]

Yes it is. Our children of today will not have "that song" to reflect on..will they? Let's keep it alive through videos like this one. I hope you both are healed . According to His word God wants you to be. 🙏.

[@rafaelabrito8591]

awesome i felt the love you have for one another. I pray the hands of Jesus heals both of you Praise God.

[@rafaelabrito8591]

how are you both feeling today? i hope your in good health

[@wb1969]

It was a privilege and pleasure to have worked with John and Keith

[@wadesmith666]

Pure musicality , so awesome and real. When ever I watch it, it makes me feel real, I get goose bumps

[@HectorLopez-wj4ff]

Man, I saw Heatwave back in high school around 1978-79 and they were great! Btw, their keyboard player, Rod Temperton is the the one that wrote this song, "Always and Forever" "The Groove Line" and others for Heatwave. Also, he wrote "Off the Wall" "Rock with You" and other songs for Michael Jackson.

[@jessygarci]

Beautiful song. Master of Song writing Rod Temperton jolted down these lyrics. But Johnnie wilder made it come to life with his voice. Amazing singer he was with A Great smile that could put you at ease. And he remained that way even after his Life Altering experience in life. God Rest his soul. Along with his Brother Keith Wilder. and Rod temperton .❤

[@frankierhodes3363]

Now kids this right here is music. Top it!

[@jeangriffin6051]

This is when music was truly music and the people could truly sing and play their instruments

[@marciawalden]

That man had some pipes!

[@floridanuthouse]

What an amazing voice.

[@BennTenn50]

That voice gets into the marrow in my bones and makes me emotional. So amazing. How has he slipped through without the recognition he should have had❤🔥💯

[@LaTrishReed]

This is what REAL Musical talent sounds like ❤❤

[@JimmyBahia]

Thank You!

[@Penabby]

Voice of an Angel, face of an an Angel, how lucky they are in heaven, RIP Jonnie

[@Terryman1960]

Rod Temperton, you were a bad man! Thank you for your lovely lyrics. Rest in Power.

[@jenniferworkman7558]

Heard this at my Jr. Prom, with my guy in 1978, I thought wow if I ever get married, I'm having this sung at my wedding, and I did in 1980!.

[@HarryWebb46]

One of the greatest ballads of the 1970's!

[@bruceradz]

The late 70s, disco music, and music like this song, remember it like it was yesterday

[@carlreyes5945]

Of all time.

[@Richard-tl9it]

Heatwave was one of the greatest group of the 70s. They help make that era of music untouchable. Grooveline was favorite hit, I thank you for your great contribution to the music world and that incredible era!!!😂 Richard shackelford

[@cailleach-mu3yt]

Heatwave, what an insanely talented group! Johnnie is incredible here, givving this peerless live rendition after a blistering set. Luther Vandross covered this song too and I usually think no one can touch Luther but Johnnie's version of this song just touches the heart.

[@trubrit5036]

Johnnie Wilder's story is an inspiration. And this is how a band sings live. Perfection!

[@user-xg6gp7qq2v]

What happened with these talented artists from the 70s and 80s, the music now I really don’t listen no feelings like this song! It’s 2024 and I love all back in the day!😊❤

[@p215j]

Johnnie Wilder Jr is a gift to the world. Phenomenal singer, phenomenal group! One of my All Time Favorites! Thank you for the incredible musical legacy

[@steelcurtainsteeler2249]

And this is live.... Absolutely Magnificent!!! you just can't beat Old Skool music, nothing like this exist in music today.

[@marilynschneider7691]

Still gives me chills after all these years! Timeless!❤❤❤

[@gaynorkerr820]

Outstanding song. Johnny Wilder Jr 's voice is breath taking, sublime. Musicality, tender, exquisite. This man deserves plaudits and a posthumous award for his contribution to music and acknowledgement to music. The love of which continued even after the car accident. Inspirational. 🌟🌟🌟

[@edithdrewerybrown7737]

I thought he was injured in a horse riding accident?

[@danacaro-herman3530]

@@edithdrewerybrown7737 Are you kidding?? No that beautiful man lived 27 years a quadraplegic after an automobile accident. Now I truly believe he's with Our Savior Jesus now!!!❤️❤️🙏🙏

[@paulamiles9559]

It's such a treat to see Rod Temperton in performance! Heatwave was such an awesome band with Johnnie Wilder's smooth and delicious vocals and the great international lineup. Mr Temperton did a Brian Wilson - stopped playing live. He still wrote for Heatwave, and also some of the biggest hits for Michael Jackson, George Benson, Brothers Johnson and many others. Rod became one of the most prolific and successful British composers in history, 2nd only to Lennon/MacCartney. RIP Rod, the " Invisible Man"