O'Jays perform Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Inductions 2005

O'Jays perform Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Inductions 2005
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[@roccopaolino463]

Walter is the coolest man on the planet and he’s almost 80.

[@kathrynprice8873]

I totally Agree 💯💯💯💯💯🎤🎼🎤🎼🎤🎼🎤🎼🥰

[@OscarMothemela]

i agree ,, Mr Smooth

[@roxiejohnson9989]

Money is nt everything. It is. For those who want to b right with the use of it. But now we have so many golddiggers who only for good times and help u spend every dime.😢😢 5:47 😢😊

[@user-hw3ei5ev4z]

The music that will never die. 2024 and still listening to this music

[@DebMcwalker]

This group is the embodiment of the "Philadelphia sound". They so richly deserved their induction into the Hall of Fame.

[@sandraatkins2539]

❤❤❤❤💯💯💯💯💯💯💯💯💬💯💯💯💯💯💯

[@Kemet3.0]

Nope, the origin was Canton and Cleveland before they came to Philadelphia. YES MSB back them but those vocals Canton and Cleveland talent. Just as Howard Hewitt, James Ingram and Phillip Ingram and the group Switch.

[@tyronesmith6112]

This performance gave me chills. Great job O'Jays

[@funkpill]

So underrated

[@conundrumflame9805]

The O'jays, the Spinners, the Stylistics, the list can go on and on. Great times and great tunes. Sounds as wonderful today as when I first heard them on AM radio. Original and authentic.

[@casey4602]

Chi lites and Curtis Mayfield and the Impressions too

[@Liyoncejones]

Ooh don’t even talk about those Stylistics. I love these groups. Respect!

[@nancywood9531]

Russell Thompkins jr lead singer of Stylistics for over 30 years is still performing at 71 years old. With his Stylistics.

[@bmw3842]

1580 K-DAY in Los Angeles & KGFJ

[@whorton]

Don't forget the Whispers....

[@s.k.sandles7005]

Sammy Strain has been part of TWO groups on the Hall of Fame, as a member of Little Anthony & The Imperials as well.....he TRULY gets my props!

[@elena-lc4uk]

I just remember being a kid sailing around the skating rink on fire!!! Thinking this my people liberating me!!! Keep it rolling!!!

[@whorton]

We were blessed to live in an era of music that was rich with lyrics and melodies. .

[@tomcorcoran6080]

Sammy never missed a step years ago, doesn't miss one here either, what class act!

[@casey4602]

I think Sammy is an original member of Little Anthony and The Imperials

[@Liyoncejones]

He is about that smooth dancing life. I love it.

[@gregorywilliams3200]

I'm glad to see Sammy back with the group he seems to be having a real good time

[@Chutney1luv]

It's 2021 and I still love the O'Jays!Eddie and Walter are ICONIC and legends! Amazing Tribute! 🎤❤💯❤ 🎤

[@jameswyche8626]

Still sound good

[@Liyoncejones]

Me too!

[@tralluswilliams9909]

I Love U Guys 💖💖💖😍

[@dirkfaude1]

The best part is they look grateful for a magical career and seem genuinely happy. What a great band.

[@blessedtrinity9664]

So much fun

[@DianneReevesFan]

Bravo Gentleman!!! Walter and Eddie are legends BECAUSE they stayed together. What a class act to have Sammy Strain on that stage. Honestly, I didn't realize until a few years ago that Sammy had replaced William Powell (RIP) in the 70s. The looked so much alike! Congrats to Eric also.

[@nikkiisrael530]

Just watched the Ojays get there star In Philly today. It was long overdue 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾

[@blessedtrinity9664]

5 stars💞🐎🇺🇸💃🙏

[@reginajohnson4203]

@@blessedtrinity9664 I .

[@mariagates4479]

When I listen to this ... everything else fades away ... and I am present and in the moment, it's beautiful ...

[@VivaM111]

The man with the most memorable and distinctive voice - Mr Eddie Levert! O Jays we miss you guys.

[@LaDeDa0724]

The good ole days and the music will never get old! Thank you Ojays!

[@OriginalPappy]

Motown (and other similar) has always been my personal favorite style of music. You cant get any better than the OJays, Commodores, Four Tops, Temps...simply great music.

[@sharonpaulson4067]

Don't forget the women. Dianna Ross Aretha and all the girls of Motown. They were all Fabulous.! Love this music.

[@JJDPROMEDIAPRODUCTION]

Amen..

[@casey4602]

Exactly, Motown, Philly and STAX. STAX had Etta and Aretha

[@CD-vv8wh]

These Gentlemen are A Class Act! Simply Phenomenal!

[@MsNini-sw2jn]

I was super proud for them!!! A well deserved moment for a great group of guys who went through hardships and triumphs in a very difficult business of music. Not selfish and they had Sammy Strain perform with them too?! Love them! One of my all time favorite groups!

[@margaretswanagan8237]

I love me some Walter Williams always 2019

[@stacyharris9008]

That era of singers who honed their craft on the chitlin cuircit in the 40's/50' & into the civil rights 60's will never happen again...all new soul music is based on their real talent...I just don't see new generation soul singers that can match those that actually struggled for real

[@blessedtrinity9664]

Love compassion joy peace prayers

[@TheEasytoolike]

Amen

[@dannyfriendly7344]

Agreed

[@silentwatch1]

Amen

[@RobDickerson]

TRUE OLD SCHOOL, THE BEST

[@luvrumcake]

How's still here for the O'Jays in 2020...I sure am...STILL Love em!

[@thumbsaloft]

This is absolute real classic music, they just don't do it like this anymore? The O'jays are one of the best groups ever!!

[@TheChef470]

Now that's worthy of a HOF induction.....I so miss the music of the 70's.

[@casey4602]

These guys are ageless. They still sound and look amazing!

[@stephenf.horgan1956]

These guys epitomized 1970's soul music! Fantastic and many awesome memories with this great sound as the backdrop! Thank you guys!

[@uprayup]

These guys are sharp!

[@marshalllsmith2095]

Just don't get (no) betta....

[@russellyoung8804]

Truly Legendary

[@gajjr]

Best R&B group of all time!

[@hazelbarnes8741]

The O'Jays are fantastic. The four of them need to get together and do a mega concert. It will be a sell out. I'll be there I love these guys.

[@howardwilliams4706]

That's a greatest group I have ever had

[@ShaundraLee1920]

I love them especially Walter!

[@TranslateToEnglish]

Better than Levi Stubbs?

[@snowbunner4032]

HOT,HOT,HOT! These guys are better than ever, with deeper and seasoned voices. If I could turn a cartwheel I would.

[@shewhoiskay1]

I love me some O'Jays♡

[@BigBobbyBoLo]

I love that they sang Backstabbers to a room full of crooked/ thieving music execs lol

[@Miketrt]

LOL yep

[@sandraatkins2539]

TEACH THE TRUTH!!!

[@aiconic10]

@bisquitnspanky Either you don't work in the record business or you're a record exec bitter because someone told the truth. Pick one.

[@allen6924]

WOW...lmao. So true

[@BigBobbyBoLo]

@bisquitnspanky shit how? Please enlighten us. Lol

[@JJDPROMEDIAPRODUCTION]

Yes.. The Mighty mighty OJays! Iconic.. My child hood.. Rip My dad William L Davis and Grand Mother Essie Mea Scott.. They kept the OJays music playing in our home always💕💕💕

[@garyt2319]

1958 William and Eddie got together to form the group and have been together ever since. 1958 that is amazing to think about . Where egos broke up so many great groups they never faltered.

[@keithadams5533]

There was always a message in the music of the OJAYS. Love those Brother's.

[@tomcorcoran6080]

The O Jays, what a class act!

[@clares9957]

One of the best groups ever !!!they sound so goooood!! They comfort my soul when I hear theme bring back memories of a simpler time

[@b.k.r.doggielover5449]

Backstabbers, smile in your face. No truer words. That's awesome. Oh love this video! Money!😁👍 Love Train! Join the Love Train! Great! Fantastic! I love O'Jays!👍👏👏👏

[@LWalks64]

I met Walter Williams a few times. once I asked him what his favorite O’Jays song to perform was and he quickly answered “Love Train”. He said Eddie’s was “Backstabbers”and “For the love of money”. Walter is an extremely kind and gentle man.

[@petesayeer7404]

The greatest sound to ever to come out of Philly...and I'll go out on a ledge and say... the greatest sound to ever come out of America! Bring it on!!!! O'JAYS

[@spacedawg13]

Out of Cleveland Ohio, formed in Canton Ohio!

[@inspector7112]

Pete Sayeer have you ever heard of teddy prendergrass? Or Daryl hall? Jim Croce? Todd rundgren? Etc...

[@nora22000]

Lamont Dozier made them part of The Sound of Philadelphia, remember?

[@evaguerrero813]

Im seeing them in October.... can't wait. Front row for me baby

[@reginaldterrell761]

The O”Jays is my kind of old school music and power and they keep on getting down and get up off of that thang

[@luberthacox6491]

I so wish this era was here.....Eric ...so fine!

[@anitakos1375]

They are so fantastic! Eric is so fine!! :) Love the Love Train!

[@redeemedharshsw209]

THE MIGHTY O'JAYS IN LATE 60s and EARLY 70s too❣️

[@Tengobaila3]

I can't get enough of the OJAYS!

[@anitathomas703]

Love those Mighty O'Jay's. Well deserved!

[@georgeklimes]

Now THAT'S music!

[@constanccemunava6318]

This is just fantastic. Your presentation honestly I can't compare you with any other groups. You are just perfect for the job.Well done.🙏🙏🙏🙏

[@s.k.sandles7005]

Timeless group, timeless song!!! Eric and Sammy on point as always!!

[@Liyoncejones]

I thought Eric was smooth when I saw them in concert but Sammy is showing me something lol.

[@kevinroome5716]

God, this is pure class, sorry to say, these days are long gone, pure soul

[@fa0798]

What great band and song! Still can bring tears from almost 40 years ago...Coors brought it back to us to enjoy! FJA NJ

[@anitakos1375]

I love the O'Jays! They get me up dancin, pushing through the pain from lyme disease. Thank you God for the gift of music to soothe us! And I also have a crush on Eric! xo :)

[@christinawheeler3123]

I got a crush on all of them. This my group as I grew up with them from age 20 up to 64 now

[@anitakos1375]

@@christinawheeler3123 That’s amazing! Wish I could have seen them perform live! Check out the O Jays at Daryl’s house! Almost 1 hour of amazing music! 💖💕

[@blessedtrinity9664]

Thank you for the sweet music. So true

[@carriemtsh9648]

Amazing they are blessed and I’m grateful to witness these amazing people on earth 🙏🏿

[@TheBluesmanBlue]

WOW what a very powerful performance by the legendary O'Jays⭐🎼🎙🎶🎵🎷🎺🎻

[@therealbettyswollocks]

Love Train is one of the greatest songs ever, a plea for human unity and joy.

[@steveblack9391]

Simply Brilliant tunes !!! Great music lives FOREVER !!!!!!

[@adehowells5896]

Best group of the 70's. Still strong in 2024, still listening my favourite

[@Woosterfan1954]

oh hell yeah, now that's music

[@randybutler6717]

Love the O'JAYS

[@deloresclark3411]

These guy's are legendary!!! Music is timeless I enjoyed it in the seventies and still listens today. Eddie & Walter thanks for keeping the music going. ❤

[@Lawrence_619]

about time...RIP, William Powell...who was the glue of the group in their earliest days with Philly International Records.

[@patriciaorlando2380]

You gotta give it to these guys they can still sing. Great singers and great music.👍👍👍👍

[@DetroitLives313]

The fabulous O'Jays!

[@jinglejuggs69]

UNBELIEVABLE!!! I was 16yo when they really hit it. Listened and liked them. Obviously, I wasn't paying attention? Took me 50 years to find out who they really were? Now, they are one of my KZbin staples.

[@BRICKHARRELL007]

don`t get no better than this!!!!!

[@mickclare9268]

David, Levi, Marvin, Smokey,Stevie,Junior Walker,I Was So Privileged To Spend My Teenage Years Listening To Tamla And Seeing My Favourite Favourite Artists Gig In England,Absolutely Superb , Led The Way Their Music Still Sounds So Fresh Today, Pioneers For Black Artists In Their Time, Many Have Gone But Their Sweet Music Lives Forever.

[@johnciummo3299]

The greatest soul group of all-time. I am big lover the Motown sound. Grew up with. The Temps, Four Tops etc. But the longevity of the O’Jays in undeniable. Seen them numerous time. They never cheat the audience. Truly legendary!

[@yardbirds8414]

Beautiful.

[@thevoices5]

The Bass Player is a beast!!!

[@julieboyette8048]

I love the ojays. They are some singing brothers.

[@isaiash9]

I love this reunion

[@sagittarianking1398]

Legendary!!

[@sandragaffney7642]

BOY!!! DIDN'T THEY AGE WELL!

[@jeffreyhunter9491]

Ladies and gentlemen, boys and girls the incomparable Mr. Sammy Strain.

[@ernestbutler4141]

Jeffrey Hunter LADIES And GIRLS The Unstoppable MR SAMMY STRAIN...The Ladies call Him the Cute One.😁😎✌🤘💙🖤luv ya byo eJ The Audience is Made up Persons in the Industry.Half angry because they didn't jump aboard the LOVE TRAIN in the Beginning and the Other half waiting to Ask is it TooLate..😁😎✌🤘🖤💙luv ya byo eJ

[@KevinETaylor]

BOOOOOOOOOOOOM: THE HEIGHT OF THE PHILLY SOUND AND THE FULLNESS OF BLACK MUSIC IN ONE GROUP!!!!!!

[@terrenceragin5555]

absolutely wonderful

[@dirtydiscosecrets]

stunning. classy. I'm sorry to say that 'black music' just isn't like this anymore!

[@carlosm527]

agreed - oh lord i agree

[@markb1505]

I was just saying the same thing to my honey

[@glennbrown3594]

don't be sorry for telling the true, most peoples who grew up with this music say the same thing.

[@mariomarjan]

The Best Music in the world - AFRO AMERICANS - FUNKY MUSIC - kzbin.info/www/bejne/op3QiWucq66Shq8

[@stephenf.horgan1956]

ok....racist comment call. No foul. because no music is like this anymore . regardless of color bro! C'mon! Great music is great music. This is soul music, not black music! Hall and Oates style. Just like Living Colour were hard rock aficionados.

[@pamelahairston9127]

Wow, GREAT TO SEE SAMMY....

[@lb4rb]

Class, magic, legends

[@meemeethecat7391]

ALL. THEM. LOOKS. NICE. I CAN WATCH. THEM SING ALL DAY LONG. JUST LOVE THEM OJAYS.

[@meemeethecat7391]

THANKS. MEOWW.

[@PiazzaGurl]

Hey Now!!!! The O'Jays "your my darling darling baby"

[@danw1352]

Grew up listening to the Ojays...just love these talented musicians

[@maureenwagg5305]

After Paris, we need the Love Train. Really really badly.

[@kingbee1500]

Paul Shafer and the orchestra sounding a hell of a lot like MFSB...good job!

[@powerofpeace7]

SORRY they dont sound nowhere like MFSB

[@tylerv6582]

the hell with Paul Shafer !!! he in my opinion isnt that good !! lol but love the oJAYS !!

[@Hautecakes90210]

King Bee What does MFSB mean? 😊

[@NichelleWellesly]

@@Hautecakes90210 MFSB stands for "Mother Father Sister Brother" which was a group of 30 studio musicians based out of Sigma Sound Studios. For me, one of their most notable works even right today is called "The Sound of Philadelphia" aka TSOP featuring The Three Dimensions, which you would probably mostly know as Soul Train's theme music. Truly a classic that I can NEVER get enough of! Happy Listening!

[@Chutney1luv]

Oh yes!! Paul, can keep up!! He's amazing too! 🎶🎤🎶❤

[@guidancebythekingintl9069]

Well Deserved!!

[@ejmallari6395]

It’s cool they doing their song with four members

[@deborahpaley21]

Total CLASS.

[@jazzsoulmdu]

best perfornence Ojays rock big time

[@margaretswanagan8237]

THE MIGHTY LEDGENDARY OJAYS

[@denisehawthorne2165]

Ther needs to b a biopoc film.abt thse guys, thy hav a story to tell! :)

[@thabothemane496]

Feeling sorry for the poor micro phone,with Eddie's voice!

[@Chutney1luv]

😅 That microphone is blessed!! 🎶🎤🎶 ❤

[@paulg444]

Never be another band like them !!!.. We love you guys.

[@yvettek1585]

What a treat so legendary 😍 love you all 💋💋❤💪

[@kingofmetal1961]

Now, this is what SOUL MUSIC is.

[@tonya2019]

EDDIE LEVERT!!!! LOVE THE OJAYS😊