Nancy Wilson The Very Thought Of You

[@arlenecerf8833]

There’s something special with the balladeers and jazz artists of the 50s/60s. The quality of their instrument is out of this world - their vocal texture, tone, colour, phrasing - just mesmerising!!

[@hueyhoolihan582]

yes, it is/was special. and miss wilson was ont of the best.

[@Moonewitch]

I'd say Jazz, Standard singers from the 40s through the 60s.

[@michaelbeaumont3176]

It was enhanced by the best of musical arrangers and a full orchestra with strings.

[@carrieknoth4346]

I second that. Dreamy.

[@stlouisactor]

She caresses every word and her tone is so seductive.

[@nadiasaffodien7486]

Nancy is the most emotive singer I've ever come across. I feel every word she sings....

[@musicjunkie7549]

Her voice was as smooth as silk..That voice that voice

[@jackiebessard7988]

@MusicJunkie 75 ~ and you Do Know don’t you, her hubby-the-reverend👀 wanted her ‘home’ 😉

[@weneedanotherhero]

How is this even live? What élégance! What beauty! What soul! Mind blowing!

[@freemanrabe4689]

ohhhhmgeeee!😍😍😍😍😍

[@victorcager]

And that's the way we rolled back then...we actually lived Black Excellence!!!!

[@tracydenton6955]

@@victorcager Yes!

[@YaoEspirito]

@@victorcager Too true.. A time when style, pride, culture, elegance, and dignity prevailed.✊🏾

[@victorcager]

@@YaoEspirito...and I'm still standing and trying to convey as such. Merry Christmas 🎅

[@Seabasstien]

One incredible singer consistently under appreciated by critics but rarely ever by her fans. She is mesmerizing and just like magic you don't quite realize you've come under her spell. Miss Wilson is the best.

[@MrForttunate]

i have been under this lady's spell for 50 years , and i know and love it , i.e . when the great GERRY GOFFIN wrote GO AWAY LITTLE BOY it was left to MS. NANCY to transform it (original recording) from what sounded like a jingle , to a love song about emotional turmoil .

[@Seabasstien]

Very interesting about Go Away Little Boy, I would say she absolutely made it a serious love song

[@MrForttunate]

@@Seabasstien my friend ms. MANCY made a habit of this sort of thing , the first time i heard her rendition of BOBBY HERB'S SUNNY , i was driving home , when i got there i found my wife and asked her to please call me SUNNY from now on ,

[@piustwelfth]

I was fortunate to see her live during one of her last tours at Yoshi's jazz club in Oakland CA. She sang standards as well as great interpretations of "I can't make you love me" (Bonnie Raitt) and "Don't ask my neighbor" (The Emotions). She would grab a good song from any source.

[@evanstern3222]

That she was never granted the Kennedy Center Honor remains a tremendous oversight…

[@DieciBoutiqueRestaurant]

This was music. These were ladies. That was a voice with elegance and charm. I am so glad I was born in those times when art was real. I daily thank God for not being born and growing up in these present times. Thank you Ella Fitzgerald, thank you Dinah Washington, thank you Doris Day, thank you Betty Carter, thank you Etta Jones, thank you Julie London, thank you Anita O'Day and thank you to the lovely and unique Nancy Wilson for showing us the light of an artform pure and deep. Those days are gone folks....pack your stuff, the present is just filled with boiled shit pretending to be artists. When I play this music in my home.....even my dog recognizes the difference between right and wrong when it comes to the music. Isn't that sad?

[@jackie5046]

The definitive version of this song I've listened to them all No One Compares to Nancy

[@neciebooyaw]

No one

[@d.s9798]

This is my favorite rendition. Her voice is divine.

[@eventhee106]

Imagine being there that night

[@fayemccray4243]

Well Ella,

[@lorenzoperry42]

Legend classic song

[@stephenmera8126]

nancy never got the recognition she deserved,never

[@direfranchement]

I think early on she was well-regarded as a jazz singer. It was her push to move into R&B that kind of tarnished her status, and she was never very commercially successful in R&B.

[@deborahlynn6354]

@@direfranchement Wow. I didn't know that

[@Seabasstien]

Don't forget the music industry, Nancy Wilson excelled in a genre of good music that very few people were listening to anymore. She was versatile enough to remain a relevant name and survive in this business to win two more Grammy Awards at the end of her career. She was just that. Good.

[@littleladyrene7811]

That guitar playing man....💜💖💜 And the violins chasing after....💖

[@kpitt1204]

I felt like I didn’t exhale until the last note because she took my breath away. I’m so grateful that I took the opportunities to see her.

[@billcampbell4252]

Nancy Ann lived here and passed away here in Pioneer Town California. Drove a 6-year-old infinity she bought new of course ... and was so down to earth and lovable. In her final days she was on dialysis just like her late husband. But too weak to work anymore (and surely didn't need to!) she rounded up her band and flew out to Ohio to do one last public appearance for her alma mater. with her therapy arm stylishly draped in the black silk that matched her gown, she bravely greeted the audience and said if not for Cannon Ball Adderly and God, she would have stayed in pre-med . She sang her first number one hit. "and you don't know...how glad I am" and as the band kept playing..sang a few extra verses, looked at the mic she was holding and gently laid it down.......clearly signaling the final note to her career. That was it! she flew home and gracefully endured the agony of advanced renal failure at home with her loving cats and her audiobooks. She was a DEVOUT child of God and lived a Godly life.

[@louisgonzalez8846]

Thank you so much Bill Campbell for all the info you posted. I imnediately sensed that she was a cat person!! From my point of view she surpassed Dinah Washington ( her idol ). Hv loved her since i was 12, and my admiration has never wavered. Very mean of the music industry not to hv named her a living legend while she was alive!! For us, of course, she had ALWAYS been a timeless legend!!!

[@BlackGeoYoutube]

Thank you. I could imagine it all in my head.

[@harrietjohnson1930]

Thank you so much. Since I was a teenager in Chicago, I’ve loved Nancy Wilson’s sophistication, voice, and way with a song. “Face it Girl” was the song I heard on the radio that blew me away and made me her forever fan. 💜

[@charmed3878]

God I wish I was in that audience! What a treat it would be just immersing with all that vocal quality. Mesmerizing!!! ❤

[@johnwilliams3197]

One of the legendary soloists of our time. Love her style!!!!

[@maryperkins5871]

OMG! OMG! OMG! The woman is beyond superlatives. So glad I clicked on the link.

[@irvv5225]

Such a great voice

[@wildsmiley]

Damn. Smooooth and without a hint of a flaw. She joins Billie Holiday and Nat King Cole as the best interpreters of this truly classic song. 𝘋𝘢𝘮𝘯.

[@Jabbarjohnson]

I cannot imagine any man sitting in that audience during that passionate performance who didn't absolutely fall in love with Nancy Wilson that night.

[@johnsommerhauser2319]

I've fallen in love with her all over again just this afternoon *swoon*

[@emmajorro8632]

What a beauty. Absolute heaven.❤

[@chrispopejoy6652]

Hearing her reminds me of being a little girl in the sixties and my parents having music on the hifi 😊. We were so blessed by Ms. Wilson and so many other incredible artists. Thank you 🙏🏻😌❤️

[@joseantoniopereztrejo1037]

Could you mention those artists please?🎵☺️👍

[@Kapua808]

I can’t stop watching this . Man she is phenomenal

[@miamia7633]

It will never be better then her. Continue resting in paradise Mrs. Wilson. Job well done.

[@firesong83]

I really do not have the words to describe how rich - she just makes this song come alive

[@singkilprincess]

She owns this song.❤ So exquisite. ....

[@ANDREINATEX]

Best version by far ❤️

[@soupbonep]

Her voice is amazing!

[@silviekuppek4501]

Barack Obama paid tribute to her on his Best of 2018 List - "And in honor of one of the great jazz singers of all time, who died this year, a classic album: The Great American Songbook by Nancy Wilson". She was one of the greats.

[@allatgoddess8961]

We didn't need Obama to play tribute to her. The whole world pays tribute...White, Black, Asians, Latinos.

[@MultiLMarcelo]

Glorious !

[@rmuller366]

I was fortunate enough to see her at the Clearwater jazz festival in the 80’s. She was like watching a statuesque goddess flowing with the music and filling every note with great beauty. She was an exquisite lady inside and out. I’ve loved her for decades. Miss her now so much. Blessings to her fans!

[@rihannasminions8933]

her voice is so beautiful i cant

[@prestonfoster463]

Class, beauty, intensity, and chops.

[@martinkeane8036]

Often play this Ray Noble classic at home on my piano and Nancy always accompanies me.

[@carrieknoth4346]

Solid gold baby! Just close your eyes and listen.

[@diananash9644]

Yes, Nancy so perfect and beautiful!! I can listen to this over and over!

[@georgemelvin7687]

Smiles, absolutely beautiful Diana, feels really great listening, how are you doing? 🌺 😊

[@lorigale99]

Stunningly beautiful

[@RNLovelyRussell]

A master of the art & science of singing...for real.

[@libretoaklasan5533]

OMG this girl gives me goosebumps, so rare to find this time in the music industry ... bravo!

[@davidjay47]

Superb doesn't touch her gift.😍

[@milisaamor9883]

My favourite jazz song of all time 😭🥰 And I only ever want to hear her sing it ONLY! 😍 She’s incredible. Thank you for sharing ❤️

[@rosilynmakeba1092]

Yesss! Don't touch it!!!

[@mpc77769]

​@rosilynmakeba1092 Yes. It's Perfect.

[@Pgschool37]

Her voice has always had such a beautiful classic sound. Just love it!

[@738polarbear]

Unbeatable talent .

[@avcmcduell]

i just keep watching it over and over, for about three years now lol

[@deborahlynn6354]

lol

[@dennisfrancisco213]

One of the greatest singers in my lifetime! I love her!

[@pinktulip337]

Wow, what talent, what skill, beautiful.

[@ernestetrinity4640]

I just love her so much, I will definitely miss her. She has been my Favorite since i was 10yrs old and I'm 69 now .

[@deborahlynn6354]

I saw her at a Jazz Festival 10 to 15 years ago. She was so incredible. I thought she'd live forever.

[@rednaxelaaj13]

Thank you Sylvie's Love for reminding me of how much I love Nancy Wilson!

[@leedavis9367]

Awesome singer ❤

[@Houston-ki3rm]

This song is sung by so many different female artists but Ms. Nancy Wilson is on top.

[@MRJOEYBROOKLYN]

thanks to my folks for listening to this when i was a kid really something special to remember really sweet

[@itsthatgirlkandi7008]

I just found out about this song couple weeks ago I’m 30years . I absolutely fell in love with her voice . So much emotion 🥰 . This is music ❤❤❤😊

[@ramonpurugganan6865]

I can’t get enough of this version of Ms Nancy.

[@joezink1]

Flawless performance.

[@SusanNefzger]

My Favorite! Yes, so underappreciated by critics, but never by fans. She was and is the best. Such a class act and unbelievable voice!

[@georgemelvin7687]

Smiles, hi Susan

[@ajdoubleu4218]

The most gorgeous voice

[@mariaengracio4849]

A BREATHTAKE VOICE...LOTS, LOTS,LOTS OF CLASS AND CHARME!... UNFORGETABLE MISS WILSON! FOREVER!...

[@anncarlin8767]

Good Lord she was beautiful as well as talented.

[@georgemelvin7687]

Smiles, absolutely beautiful Ann, feels really great listening, how are you doing?

[@djvinylvertigo]

Amazing. Gorgeous. What a pure talent.

[@carolpipher4839]

Straight to the heart.. every time!

[@georgemelvin7687]

Smiles, hi Carol

[@robertswanston8629]

She sings this song so well.

[@keithsmith4780]

Old TV: Listening to a great singer create something beautiful New TV: Watching people who can just barely sing, if at all, displaying emotional desperation on competition shows

[@j.member8435]

I can watch this every single day and still be brought to tears from the emotion.

[@bigdezol]

RIP, Sweet Nancy!

[@mauricehumphries3143]

The beautiful voice of incomparable, Nancy Wilson what more can I say? ❤

[@d.s9798]

The Song Stylist. R.I.P to this Legend. 🙌🏽🙏🏽💕

[@greergilmore3456]

I've attended about 20 Nancy Wilson concerts. I was fortunate to hear her in large venues like the Auditorium Theater in Chicago and very small places . I remember seeing her in a place so small that I could touch her . My seat was that close to the tiny stage. I remember thinking that she must be going through hard times to perform at such a tiny spot. I felt sorry for her but happy for myself because seeing Nancy Wilson in a small , intimate setting was the BEST way to experience her genius.

[@JaySmith-wo3di]

I don't think she was going through a hard time. She loved what she did. I agree that was the best way to experience her excellence!

[@Seabasstien]

Agree Nancy loved the Blue Note in New York and I was lucky to see her in this world famous cabaret. Star Jones was there that night and I will never forget that evening in New York!

[@pebblebeach8517]

Elegant, intelligent, wonderful and full of grace

[@brightangel2351]

Wow! Beautiful 🙏🏽💖

[@justinmorris8131]

Absolutely ridiculous level of raw talent and poise. Also such a unique take on the song, and commanding performance for the ages! Wow…

[@padroneoso]

Wonderful in every aspect.

[@paulviardot4400]

Quel talent Mme Wilson! Bravo !

[@hypnoticambientsoul6023]

The lady was gifted & highly favored. This recording is perfection.

[@elliesings9508]

Her emotion and voice has the perfect balance of excellence

[@chloeweiss3388]

She is magic and I have adored her since 1970.

[@prestonfoster463]

Class. Intensity. Beauty.

[@gertexan]

Style and grace personified!!!

[@korylewis8163]

Absolutely beautiful song one of my favorites

[@irvv5225]

I agree

[@flaviobalasax]

Amazing !!! Thanks Miss Wilson .

[@erichill612]

And to think, that was a live performance.

[@enmaxus7210]

Amazing. Perfection.

[@SuSpeaks15]

Shes so beautiful--everything

[@georgemelvin7687]

Smiles, absolutely beautiful Susan, feels really great listening, how are you doing? 🌺 😊

[@KateBates22zabu]

Fancy Nancy Wilson. Love her, she's a goddess

[@georgemelvin7687]

Smiles, hello Kate

[@user-vn9wb5iq5i]

Perfection...sheer delight❤

[@jackiebessard7988]

Good Lord, Good Lord, Good Lordt 🥰

[@thetruth6602]

Timeless music

[@jaimecoline]

La amo… en sublime escucharla… con una copa de vino…

[@karlmay1949]

I love this song, one of the most beautiful songs ever made.

[@balinsky214]

so grateful for the many wonderful artists available thru recording

[@tomk4590]

Came here, from of all places, an old Hawaii Five-O episode, in which she was a guest star. Her singing was so spectacular that I had to hear more. I'm surprised that I'd never heard of her before.

[@jenniferjones4084]

My favorite version of this song.

[@georgemelvin7687]

Smiles, hello Jennifer

[@danteluzon2901]

This is heavenly............

[@cosperkina]

Couldn’t even sit with them. What a gift she was.

[@rosilynmakeba1092]

Ikr...what a sad and ugly truth.

[@robertbeatty9563]

great vocal range and phrasing

[@Dia_Hunny_Boo]

THE ONLY! Version I can play. The others are nice but this touches differently.

[@michaellazzeri2069]

THE very , very, finest of them all----------Miss Nancy --------1964------Saturday Nights on ABC---------arranged by Sid Feller. We thought, music would always be, this good. How could we know or imagine today's wasteland. ???? ----------------MJL< 76 y/o

[@danaputera7197]

She is singing with all her heart ...

[@dannywoody7601]

So Magnificent her voice and style the fancy Miss Nancy.. Called her years ago on KBCA 1:05. One of the greatest jazz station in LA

[@RAPTOR8ASDF]

Never thought anyone could sing "The Very Thought Of You" better than Nat King Cole. But I just found someone who can. This is the very best version with exactly all of the feeling that can be put into this song. I will be listening to Nancy's version of this song over and over again. Bravo Miss Wilson! And thank you Deborah Lynn for posting this priceless video!

[@Happy-hehe8]

Have your heard the original version by Al bowlly?

[@RAPTOR8ASDF]

@@Happy-hehe8Via your post, I just watched two versions by Al Bowlly. Nice 20's renditions. I do like Nancy Wilson's version the best so far. Thanks.

[@Happy-hehe8]

@@RAPTOR8ASDF np! I’m glad u listened to him

[@efanshel]

When in my twenties, I was taking some flute lessons from Danny Bank, a first call on 6 instruments. He had polio as a kid, so I would carry his stuff and sit in the woodwind section with him. We did a session for Nancy. She wore a mink stole and a very nice dress to the session. She was very friendly to everyone. You could see all the musicians were crazy about her...

[@williewilson4633]

Woo! Thank you for sharing and your contributions to music

[@susannaaurelio3160]

Omg wow what a voice

[@Alessantogov1728]

Excellent singer.