FIRST TIME HEARING Freda Payne - Band Of Gold REACTION

[@twobeer3316]

Freda stole this 7 year old boy's heart performing this song on Soul Train in 71. Soul Train was so important!

[@leisastalnaker3790]

I watched it every Saturday.

[@charlesbradshaw]

this is a sad song abóut aguy thàts ímpotent and cant perform sung from the perspective of a selfish girl that is more interested in herself than his problems..

[@HidingFromFate]

@@charlesbradshaw umm, are you sure about that?

[@michaelasay8587]

​@@charlesbradshawWhere do you get that at??

[@randyallaben9900]

Same here, TB!

[@Robsan40]

I remember this song was huge back in the day. Another one like it was: "When will I see you again" by The Three Degrees.

[@subwaygoddess1]

Agreed!!

[@cog4life]

Please pleeeeze do “WHEN WILL I SEE YOU AGAIN” by The Three Degrees! 🔥 😊

[@cog4life]

Me too 😊

[@ChuckHackney]

Love that song as well. Have not thought about it till now, thanks for mentioning it.

[@laurogarza4953]

Agreed. I had the same suggestion to illustrate the musical greatness produced by the "Motown."

[@garyvandecar2580]

Freda Payne is definitely one of the great Detroit singers of the early 1970's, She's a gorgeous woman and a beautiful singer to match.

[@diceportz7107]

Finally! Feda Payne was the bomb back in the day. Loved this song and it was all over the radio back in the day.

[@swartetc]

1970

[@littleogeechee223]

Oh, yes!! Looking absolutely exquisite with the makeup.

[@edkollin]

For me that song is synonymous with the Summer of ‘70. Even on my little transistor radio at 12 years old her voice was an attention grabber. 54 years later it still is.

[@erikagholston6610]

Especially in Detroit.

[@rjjcms1]

@@swartetc It was number 1 in the UK in lateish 1970.

[@twalrus1]

I love how far the two of you have come. Amber came on the scene and taught Jay how to appreciate REAL music. At that point, Jay had only loved rap and didn't know how to Listen to music. Jay's ear had no sophistication because it had lacked listening to melodies. Amber lead him by the hand and made him actually listen to the music. Jay, on the other hand, gave Amber confidence. When Amber first showed up on the channel, she was kind of shy. Amber didn't know if people would accept her opinions of the music. Jay took her hand and made her learn that her opinion counts, especially to him. This is now The Jay and Amber show and they each are fully credited for their half of the show. Neither could carry the show alone. "Sniff, sniff...I'm not crying! YOU'RE crying! It gets you right in the heart when they are all grown up."

[@marcnovellino2028]

Another 70s classic

[@robinwatters6682]

Without any doubt!!!

[@deb4578]

Amber...your eyes look gorgeous. TY for Freda Payne. Always liked this song. From 1971.

[@raymondohlsen5054]

Agreed. Amber always has such great hair as well!

[@cog4life]

I thought her makeup looked especially good today..😊❤Amber is so pretty anyway. 😊

[@raymondohlsen5054]

@@cog4life I kinda liked the makeup as well. Miss Amber is beautiful, agreed.

[@oldiesgeek454]

I hope this doesn't come across as rude, but I much prefer her natural no makeup look. 😊

[@rhondaturner9494]

Does anyone else think she looked a little sad today?

[@nathanwahl9224]

Again the bass guitar just DRIVES this song along! Most people won't even notice it consciously, but it wouldn't be anywhere close to this without it. What a contrast to her fabulous voice!!!

[@AngelaGoodwin-fh6fw]

We lost an amazing singer named Angela Bofill a couple of weeks ago. She was 70, and her style was a cross between jazz and pop. Her voice was heavenly. "I Try", "This Time I'll Be Sweeter", and "Under the Moon and Over the Sky" are some of her best songs. RIP Angela Bofill.🌹

[@celestemartinez3560]

My favorite was Tonight I Give In.

[@MarshaLove0723]

"I'm On Your Side" always hits me in the feels. RIP Angie 👑

[@ronnix23]

Too Tough.

[@darrylmilling2747]

RiP before Jlo Lisa Lisa and Gloria Estefan Angela Bofill was the Puerto Rican Latin Queen making big noise on the Jazz R&B and Dance Charts

[@raythomas4812]

@@ronnix23 Great song

[@dibbdee]

This is one of the most upbeat songs with the saddest story, I loved it growing up, it actually puts me in a good mood. Oldies music has a way of doing that, this song is pure GOLD.

[@euronick61]

This reached number 1 here in the UK in 1970

[@Songbird-59]

This song never gets old. I remember singing this on the bus on our way to Summer Camp when I was going into 7th grade. EVERYONE knew this song.

[@seanellio]

I haven't heard this song in years, and yet I still know every word.

[@jamesmorgan4121]

Wow, as a child of 65 I read the song title and thought that sounds familiar but I couldn’t remember a note of it. Then as soon as the bass started it all came back. Thanks for reminding me of this great song and cheers to whoever requested it. Love you guys

[@heidichristensen7919]

I’m 60 and the same thing happens to me with lots of songs that J and Amber react to. Good memories.

[@jamesmorgan4121]

@@heidichristensen7919 59 here mate and yeah the same thing happens to me quite often. I replayed this reaction about 10 times now and keep thinking how did I forget this love it. Other songs that hit me the same way were Can’t you see and smoke from a distance fire. Love these 2 beautiful souls. I especially love seeing the joy on Ambers face when she is really into a song. That joy often gives me a great start to my day.

[@walterrutherford8321]

Ditto.

[@neilbertuk1]

Holland-Dozier-Holland on the credits. That is all you need to know, absolute 24k gold.

[@drc1989]

FINALLY! Freda Payne is so undernoticed but so multi-talented to this day! She is also a wonderful person to meet. Her catalog is as extensive as the genres she covers. Try Bring The Boys Home, You, I Hear Rumors, etc. for starters. ✌️😁❤️🎶🎶🎶👍

[@surlechapeau]

give them a suggestion, as I don't see many. edit - there ya go!!!

[@deborahphillips500]

Yes! to Bring The Boys Home!!!

[@harpergras]

Her other great song is " Bring The Boys Home ". She's always been a very classy lady.

[@scotthughes2914]

Deeper And Deeper is another great one.

[@johnhegarty1761]

I had forgotten about this one.

[@harpergras]

@@scotthughes2914 Yes indeed.

[@harpergras]

@@johnhegarty1761 A great song.

[@IBLRG]

Hello from England 👋 Brilliant song from the 70s

[@johndalessandro9157]

This song was super popular when released. A lot of great songs 1970-71.

[@leannmiller7153]

My younger sister bought this album when we were in H.S. She’s gone now, and this brings back memories💔

[@loritajohnson5664]

My oldest sister had this song on a best of Soul Train album and we lost her late last year, so I understand. ❤

[@stevenblock9712]

Freda was born in Detroit and grew up there and had Holland-Dozier-Holland as friends, but somehow missed signing up with Motown. Instead, she moved to New York in 1963 and did some acting, which continued for many years, in addition to her records. Her other successful hit was Bring the Boys Home (1971), an anti-Vietnam War song. Her famous songwriter friends had left Motown and recruited her for a new label, Impulse, and wrote for her. It was with Impulse that she had her greatest success. Band of Gold was in 1970. Her sister was a replacement singer in the Supremes.

[@williamshoven]

Freda Payne was married to American singer Gregory Abbott from 1976 until 1979. Their wedding took place in Chicago. They spent their honeymoon in Acapulco, Mexico. Payne and Abbott had a son, Gregory Abbott Jr., who was born on September 19, 1977.

[@naturecurry1331]

I'm always amazed that there's still music out there that you haven't reacted to. Having artists on in person to share the history is fantastic. Pure genius.

[@oldmovieman7550]

Inappropriate songs to play at a wedding: exhibition A

[@jamesford3184]

Freda Payne also did a song called "Bring the Boys Home" an anthem for the Vietnam War, it is incredibly emotional, heartfelt and soulful.

[@robbielux8353]

Love Frieda..I use to deliver to her as a mailman back in the 2000s and told her how much of awesome singer she was. She appreciated the compliment from a young one at the time.

[@genereece7679]

She was married to Gregory Abbott - Shake You Down. You did a great reaction to him

[@eileen742]

I was 17 when this was released and had just broken up with a boyfriend. I listened to this on repeat and cried my eyes out for a wee while😂

[@beths999]

and you probably never thought you were going to get over him!!!

[@eileen742]

@@beths999 I know! But I did!

[@MrSteveLoucks]

Freda only had one huge hit and this was it. I recommend checking out a couple other one hit wonders from the era: Sylvia’s Pillow Talk and Carol Douglas’ Doctors Orders

[@MrSteveLoucks]

PS The Sylvia with Pillow Talk is NOT the same Sylvia you listened to with Nobody!

[@stevenjohnson3883]

Yes, I was one of those who recommended this!!!! LOVE it!!!!

[@shaunfoulk7049]

And thank you for that 🙏😊👍🎶

[@stevenjohnson3883]

@@shaunfoulk7049 You're welcome! I have many more suggestions!!!! Here is just a few!!! Such as a wonderful one hit wonder, MARIA MULDAUR “Midnight at the Oasis”. And others such as another strong female voice featured by a Spanish group Mocedades and the song is "Eres Tu" recorded in 1973 a one hit wonder but what a GREAT song and what a voice!!! It is easy to find the video on KZbin!!!! I don't understand a word of it but it sure sounds wonderful!!!!!!!!! If you were around back, then you know this song but may have forgotten the title and group. I was in college at the time. I also think Jay and Amber would love “El Paso” as it tells a story, and it shows off the incredible range of Marty Robbin’s voice! Also I hope they try a one hit wonder from the 60’s “Pied Piper” by Chrispian St. Peters, Great song!!!! They should try Lenny Welch, “Since I fell for You” and Al Martino “Mary in the Morning” he played Johnny Fontane in the movie “The Godfather”, a smooth classic!!!! I also keep offering up the Great Dionne Warwick, they should check her out too!!!! Hits such as “Do you know the way to San Jose” and “I say a little prayer for you”, and many more!!!! Another one I have suggested in the past is Gene Pitney, he had a slew of hits, like “It hurts to be in Love”, “24 hours from Tulsa” and “The Man Who Shot Liberty Valance”. The movie of the same name was made in1962 Super GREAT cast!!!!! The song by Gene Pitney was supposed to be for the movie, but they got it done too late. For those who happen to hear the song first it mentions two shots rang out one shot made Liberty fall, those of us who have seen the movie understand that line. I am trying not to spoil it for Amber and Jay. A song and a suggestion for the movie channel!!!!!!

[@louiehernandez1477]

You got great taste for music.

[@stevenjohnson3883]

@@louiehernandez1477 Thanks and I could list so many many more!!!!!! And if you like any I have listed please mention them to let Jay and Amber know!!!!!

[@dianenc]

How/where does one go about requesting a song for them to react to?

[@Sober2003]

Another memorable tune you couldn’t turn on a radio without hearing this song somewhere on your dial!❤

[@andrewmatthews1083]

The intriguing line is: That night on our honeymoon, we stayed in separate rooms.

[@beeweb1137]

That and "Love me like you TRIED before"

[@leonardshevlin7260]

​@@beeweb1137 Younger people need to understand that "loving" was often a euphemism for sex.

[@leonardshevlin7260]

It was not uncommon for homosexual men to marry women in those days.

[@beatrice2236]

@@beeweb1137 Well there is a story behind this song.

[@rogerdodger6025]

@@leonardshevlin7260 I have heard that this song was popular in the gay community.

[@herminiahernandez1512]

Released a year before I was born, but I grew up hearing my elder relatives listening to this. Totally love it

[@barbaracollins385]

Used to love this song. Reminds me of my freshman years of high-school. Thanks for the memories. Still remember every single word.

[@christines1709]

One of the all time great "sounds happy but is actually sad" songs!

[@JoeFleegel]

This was the biggest hit that I remember listing to while doing my tour of duty in Vietnam.

[@seldomheardsongs]

The followup to "Band" was "Bring the Boys Home" which was a poignant plea for the military men during the Vietnam War era to come home safely. It too, is worth a listen, not only for her vocal ability but to feel a little of the angst that many felt when their loved ones were fighting a terrible war. Freda's younger sister was a member of a later (73-77) incarnation of the Supremes.

[@bobsylvester88]

Always liked this song. I probably heard this in the car when I was a kid. I always felt sorry for the abandoned newlywed. 😢

[@oldiesgeek454]

@bobslyvester. I was 9 when it came out, and I just assumed they had gotten into an argument, and that was the reason they slept in seperate rooms. 😅

[@827dusty]

Oh Boy! Was this ever a Big Hit. I think it stuck in my brain so badly, I was singing it in my sleep! It just had that golden hook, that stayed with you.

[@anthonyjohnson9403]

"I wish it would rain". The Temptations. Include the back story of that song. How the writer was really going through what the song implied. And how he committed suicide just as the song was being released. One of the damndest stories in music history.

[@johnnybmean74]

Very impressed that Jordan picked up on the lyrics. You are growing, Jordan. Love It!

[@brianherrington7226]

Last I saw her picture a few years ago she still looked fantastic. Love this tune.

[@JazzDrummer1946]

My Jamaican wife's mother's maiden name is Payne. So our kids just assumed Freda was family. I think they know by now.

[@gotham61]

My sister loved this song back in 1970 and would play it repeatedly. Great to hear it again

[@TexasDonna-xu6fq]

Thanks for the blast from the past!

[@RosemaryBlantonCrosslin]

Growing up as a pre teen that was one my favorite song. I would sing it to my sweet GrandMa. I can see her bobbing her sweet little head

[@nealmcdermott6670]

Produced by Holland, Dozier and Holland, after they left Motown they established the Invictus label. Her sister Sherrye Payne was the last lead singer with The Supremes in the mid 70s

[@nubbypk]

Totally irrelevant -I'd never heard of Holland, Holland and Dozier until as a teenager I listened to a brilliant British artist, Billy Bragg when he released his single Levi Stubbs Tears. "Norman Whitfield and Barett Strong Are here to make everything right with you Holland and Holland and Lamont Dozier too Are here to make it all ok with you"" Find the original on KZbin (Billy Bragg - Levi Stubbs Tears). Its a one-take video of sheer brilliance, including Billys mate Woody playing trumpet live on video for the first time and bricking it. Watch it and don't dare tell me your not impressed..

[@jdw5678]

H-D-H started up two major labels in the wake of leaving Motown. Freda's label was Invictus, also the home of the Chairmen of the Board ("Give Me Just a Little More Time"). The other label was Hot Wax, which featured the Honey Cone ("Want Ads," "One Monkey Don't Stop No Show") and 100 Proof Aged in Soul ("Somebody's Been Sleeping"); also the Flaming Ember ("Westbound Number 9").

[@maskedavenger2578]

@@nubbypkAnyone not heard of HDH must have been living under a rock .

[@nubbypk]

@@maskedavenger2578 I said when I was a teenager. That was 50 years ago in rural England. If that means I was living under a rock, so be it

[@maskedavenger2578]

@@nubbypk I was aged around 10 living in a semi rural area on the outskirts of Liverpool , at the time HDH & Motown record label was on the rise . I & even the world & all its aunties & uncles had heard of them , so yes you were either living under a rock or was leading a very dull & sheltered existence on old Mc Donald’s farm .

[@Pushindazees]

This was my absolute favorite song when I was 12 years old back in 1971! I knew all the words and it was fun to dance around to. At 12 I didn't actually think about what the lyrics meant. 😂

[@alamc200]

Me too, I turned 11 in 1971 and the only thing I got is that she was lonely and alone at the time. Now hearing that her groom left her alone right after getting married maybe he had different reasons for marrying her, it was not love or even lust.

[@janetschmitt6760]

I was 13, and had no idea the song was about impotence, until decades later.

[@1972mrgray]

I have never gotten tired of this song!

[@polyglot12]

You look great, Amber. And this song is one I've always loved, and you don't hear enough about her!

[@Fruit17-ip4vl]

This is my favorite song by Freda Payne! It is definitely on my playlist! I love “Bring The Boys Home” as well! She is also an actress. Living Single! Nutty Professor 2: The Klumps! Her sister is Sherrie Payne who was a singer with the SUPREMES! She was married to Gregory Abbott who sings “Shake You Down”. What a talent and she is beautiful as well! Great request and reaction from Jay and Amber! 😎❤️👍🏽

[@MrRiverfeverwa]

The sound and feeling of this song is 1000% Motown from the day!

[@reidawilliams9375]

I love this song. My sisters and I actually performed this on our family talent show. Great memories!

[@ChuckHackney]

This is pop soul at its early 70s height. The word "groovy" just comes to mind over and over again.❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@barbaracollins385]

We were all so love lorn back then. Every breakup was heartbreaking. This was our to song.

[@debbicook1584]

Love Band of Gold used to dance at the 70's disco to her ❤😊

[@temims]

Sweet song! Remember on the radio when I was a kid! Thank You!

[@aj9562]

She's singing about her husband, who she married just as he was going off to fight in the war. Another 70s song with that reference.

[@aj9562]

not her only song with vietnam war reference

[@erikagholston6610]

Thank you for explaining what was happening. Growing up I thought it was about a shotgun wedding where she was misled. The reality makes it even more sad than I imagined. I hope he made it back from the war.

[@aj9562]

@@erikagholston6610 YW. I didn't know what it was bout until I saw her interviewed.

[@danlarson4797]

Wow! I can't believe you have not heard this song until now. Ton's of great songs from the 50's, 60's & 70's that you are most likely missing out on.

[@daniellow655]

I have not heard this song in 50 years. The memories thank you

[@abdullahfadullah]

Freda is currently touring a stage show where she portrays the great Ella Fitzgerald. She’s in her 80s, singing incredibly well, and onstage practically the whole time! This is an amazing woman whose career was chopped up when she dared to ask Berry Gordy to see the books! So glad she never stopped being a talented class act!

[@LeeFred78]

I really liked this song when it came out while I was growing up. Then after KZbin, I saw just what a beautiful woman Freda Payne truly is! I sure missed out!

[@bradjbourgeois73]

This came out 2 years before I was born, but I always heard it on the radio as a kid! Great song!

[@magneto7930]

I had been waiting for this one. Freda is a beautiful woman with a beautiful voice! If you had looked at her when she was singing these lyrics, you would think that guy is the ultimate fool!

[@connieclarke8552]

Another great reaction. Love this song. If i'm being completely honest when I'm listening to the 70s music station every song that comes on I say that I love it and it's one of my favorites. 😂 Best decade of music.

[@jgator6694]

Oh goodness…what memories this song brings to me of a simpler time. ❤️

[@DerekDominoes]

Such an upbeat, happy sounding song with such sad lyrics. Love this song and Freda!

[@susanelkins3068]

One of the best "One Hit Wonders" ever !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@greg2976]

Just another example how great it was to grow up in the 70's and listen to these songs!!!!!

[@megdelaney3677]

❤LOVE THIS SONG!!! THANKS!!!

[@R-L-I]

One of those songs where the beat actually gives happy vibes but when you listen to the lyrics it’s actually a sad song. 😢

[@GinaGeeILuvu]

I remember hearing this song a lot as a child. It was a very popular R&B hit! Freda Payne was very popular in the seventies! 💖💖

[@R-L-I]

Are you gen X?

[@sherylkeib4993]

I haven't thought of this song in many years, and I still remember all the words! Thanks for this, I love it!

[@loritajohnson5664]

You missed out reacting to Freda Payne performing this on Soul Train and other shows. Such a talent!

[@samueltabo3390]

If it has shades of the Motown sound, it does. Holland Dozier Holland wrote produced and arranged this. Big hit in 1970 peaking at #2. Still love it after 54 years!

[@cog4life]

We HAD THE BEST MUSIC. EVER. ❤

[@TheIronDuke502]

Freda Paynes sister was a member of the Supremes after Diana Ross went solo. Another song from that time period was Want Ads by The Honeycone.

[@rogerbillings5081]

Classic Northern Soul hit here in England which hit No1 in the national music charts. Always keep a Northern Soul playlist on my phone!

[@jonisteinbach7240]

This song was huge! Omg. I loved this. Never get tired of hearing it.

[@danielswood]

So remember working out dance steps to this in the school gym. Also to typical Northern Soul songs. Brilliant memories - thanks!

[@Jude_196]

GREAT 70S TUNE!! THANKS, YA'LL!!!! HUGS!!

[@KimberlyRichard-mj5ep]

Favorite song in the 8th grade!!!!! Love it , thanks so much ❤❤❤

[@paulkeahtigh2]

Was in 8th grade also, school dances, those were the days 😎🌷

[@JusBidniss]

Freda Payne's 'Band of Gold' is part of the soundtrack of my youth, my being 12 when it came out. Wore out the 45 on my record player, the whole nine yards. Not a lot of fellow fans of the genre in my Appalachian rural community, where the options were 'both kinds of music' as _The Blues Brothers_ taught us (Country _and_ Western), plus Flatt and Scruggs-style Bluegrass, and Top 40 Pop late at night if the FM skip signal from more populated areas was cooperating. My cousin from central Ohio turned me on to BoG, along with several other selections that earned me some strange looks from my peers. Still, hearing the old melody sure brings back a flood of nostalgia! Thank you!

[@alyasvlogs]

One of my favorite songs of all time it’s just such a groovy song. So glad you guys enjoyed it

[@glynnborders762]

Although I live in New York, I grew up in Detroit. Freda Payne was a part of our local royalty.

[@bonniethompson2019]

Great song! Her voice is haunting to me.

[@justajo2]

Another factor that made this good was the orchestral like backing. A full song in all ways. Remember so well when it came out.

[@scottchapin2323]

I have loved this song ever since it came out. Not only can Freda sing beautifully, but she is also beautiful.

[@blairt3973]

Boy, this takes me back to when I was lifeguarding at Nags Head in 1970. My life was sun, beach, girls, and music, and this just gave me a shiver of joy.

[@gmxkey]

A song I liked but never knew the artist, many thanks.

[@icang78]

I was 9, begged my mom to get the album, she did and I wore it out!! Great memories

[@BuddyBoy68]

Hi Jay and Amber! It's Andrew Erroch fae Paisley in Scotland here. This is an absolute classic from the 70's that is still played often today. By the way, I have to say, your success is obviously doing you a lot of good. I swear you two keep getting better looking. Well done to you! Æx 🙏

[@sharons8702]

Was Paul Wingfield (18 with a bullet) also from Scotland?

[@cheredoremi1922]

@@sharons8702I wish they would react to Wingfield’s 18 With A Bullet..it’s such a great song..

[@BuddyBoy68]

@sharons8702 According to Wikipedia, William Peter Wingfield was born in Liphook, Hampshire. So, England, not Scotland. We do have many great musical acts from here, though. Google has the answer. Æ 🙏

[@queenbeedat8726]

Loved this song when I was young and still love it......

[@pamjarrett-s9s]

Oh, I forgot how much I loved this song! Thank you so much!

[@zinarhone7642]

Check out the Honey Cone singing Want Ad.

[@timcarr6401]

The Three Degrees singing "When Will I See You Again."

[@KenRoerden]

Yes. They need to experience Honey Cone. Don't forget Stick -Up and One Monkey Don't Stop No Show. I still have my Soulful Tapestry album and Freda's Band Of Gold.

[@beths999]

I was 11 when this song was popular on the radio. It was one of my favorites!

[@marksummers1700]

one of the great pop songs of my youth...!!! what a great time to be alive...

[@DelmarLarue]

I had this album as a teenager. The song just attracted me, even though liked harder rock and roll. This song literally blew up the radio in the Pop and the Soul charts back then.

[@keithryan3528]

Remember singing this with my sister in a bedroom in our house in London as a 5year old one of my first memories oh such happy days. just made me old and sad But thank you Lol always been a great song.

[@garyvandecar2580]

Freda Payne was married to Gregory Abbott from 1976-1979 and is the Mother of Gregory Abbott Jr

[@scottboswell6406]

Gregory Abbott! Didn't he do "Shake You Down"? That deserves a listen!!

[@garyvandecar2580]

@@scottboswell6406 I believe he did, He was another one of my favorite singers.

[@bertc2314]

Gary, you appear to be a historian; well done.

[@garyvandecar2580]

@@bertc2314 Pretty much, I've been reading up on different genres of music, Since i was a young child.