AMAZING!| FIRST TIME HEARING Karyn White - Superwoman REACTION

[@IceManTX69]

A classic. They don't make R&B gems like this anymore.

[@tylerhackner9731]

They do but they’re not mainstream anymore. You’d have to dig deep

[@trevoncarter4861]

Another true R&B gem you might not have heard is by After 7 “Ready Or Not” released in 1990, it peaked at number 1 on Billboard’s R&B chart and 7 on the Billboard Hot 100.

[@loritajohnson5664]

You are soon right!!

[@kaylad4486]

​@tylerhackner9731 It's not the same at all but there are some gems here and there.

[@l.brandehilton7107]

Indeed !!! UHHKAAY !!!

[@chantecampbell2207]

Karyn White “The Way You Love Me” is an upbeat song that still shows off the power of her voice. “Love Saw It” is a duet with Babyface the is also a must listen. Love

[@steelheart74]

"Love Saw It" is one of my favorite duets ever!

[@Rickswars]

Nope, that's why I go to old school bars they play oldies.

[@FFF666GP]

I said it before and I’ll say it again, the 80’s RnB catalogue has gems that outshine anything else to date, from all other era’s RnB. This masterpiece is one of them…

[@poguemom3]

I used to belt this out in my bedroom as a teenager, like I knew something about that kind of life! 😂 Loved her! 🥰

[@SRG4782]

She did give instructions to stop right where you are and sing. You felt that in your heart at 15. 😂

[@poguemom3]

@@SRG4782 true! 😂

[@Chefcorky]

Karyn got started with a jazz musician Jeff Lorber. They had a big hit. She landed her deal because of it. The interesting thing is she was married to Terry Lewis, of the producing team Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis. They produced Janet's Control and Rhythm Nation. Karyn first album, however, was produced by another team, Babyface and LA Reid. Her musical catalog is fantastic. Lots of hits.

[@alexandervasel6845]

You are so right. Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis produced so many great songs and artists. You could do a week just reacting to them.

[@ronnix23]

If memory serves, Jam and Lewis produced her second album which is where she met Lewis and they began a relationship.

[@possumslim3420]

I’d forgotten about that!! “Facts Of Love” was the first time I heard her. Thanks for reminding me! 🤗

[@lisac8088]

What!!? That’s incredible to know! 🙏

[@angelahall332]

This was such an empowering song at that time. The men hated it😂. But liked it at the same time. Listen to her songs "Romantic" and "Secret Rendezvous". She is an amazing singer.

[@carltonbakerii8274]

“Secret Rendezvous”! Yes! Fantastic song! They should also check out “Facts Of Love”, on of the tracks she made with Jeff Lorber.

[@888brancher]

I’m a MAN & I LOVED it then & now.

[@R-L-I]

This came out in 1989 and reached #1 on the R&B charts for 3 weeks straight! I remember it being real big on the radio and basically becoming a sort of anthem for many women at the time, glad you guys decided to react to it!

[@manueldumont3709]

Even BIG, here in(apartheid SA)

[@jackie_jrml]

I grew up during this time. Sooo many different genres of music and this era of R&B was sooo good. 👍🏼 👌🏼

[@user-hr5gb4yz3k]

I'm so happy to see young people appreciate what we listen to on a regular this was the norm

[@michellecasey5752]

Now she is who I am talking about. Hidden gem! Great singer. Underrated and always good to hear her!

[@blackblake3658]

Wonderful song. Won't get as many views as the trend on this channel is to not view amazing black female singers. But wacky British bands? Not sure what is happening but I've been tuning into this channel for nearly two years. The vibe, song selections has changed.

[@ednanicholson8553]

So true.

[@CynicAtLarge]

Thank you for doing this song. I recommended it for a listen a couple of months ago. Why Karyn didn't become another Whitney Houston is beyond my comprehension. She was a staple of Atlanta V103 radio in the early 80s.

[@papertags]

Another Whitney is might lofty. Karen was talented but she wasn't on that level vocally. Now Lisa Fischer if she wanted it could've been "another Whitney" but she didn't want it.

[@churchhillchick3895]

This songs brings back so many memories of singing this at the top of my lungs with my sis & cousin. We were all around 12 singing like we were married with children 😂

[@ginadoll00901]

We did the same thing and the adults would be saying sing babies y'all not his superwoman we heard that🤣

[@atirro]

The Way You Love Me ...the live Soul Train version is a must. Karen can not only sing, but she can DANCE!!!

[@texvor6949]

That was a big tune back in the day of the 90s. Karyn had a lovely voice. Thanx for the reaction Rob Squad.

[@dianasantos2162]

Have missed y'all! This song was a great female Friday choice, love Karyn!

[@twoscoops2]

Karyn White, YAS! You have to do Secret Rendezvous by her, it's so great.

[@carmenrafy]

Thank you! I requested this months ago and waited patiently. This was definitely an anthem for us women at the time... gave me chills. I'm sorry that Jay kept his eyes closed because he missed a great video but Amber (mah gurrrl) never missed a beat. Another suggestion is Vesta Williams "Congratulations" I believe you will enjoy it just as much.

[@blackblake3658]

Oh my, Vesta. That's a screaming in the car while driving song. LOL.

[@marvintheatre]

Love her! "The way you love me" is another great song from Karyn White, up-tempo and fun.

[@Chefcorky]

This song was VERY POPULAR with women. The phrase, I'm Not Your Superwoman, became one a lot of women voiced when they felt forgotten, neglected or ignored for all the work they did in their marriages and keeping the household running.

[@amberbe849]

Karyn’s voice is so smooth. I forgot she was the original singer of this song. Her voice is beautiful but I just can’t help but LOVE the remake by Patti Labelle, Gladys Knight, and Dionne Warwick. Their voices alone are magic but together…they will take you to church!!! You gotta check it out! There’s a really old version when the trio were on Oprah. PERFECTION!!

[@flodee8561]

Yes. I've recommended this remake a few times on this channel in my comments. Very nicely done!

[@InvestBetter.]

Another wildly underrated classic #8 in 1989. (The 80's RULE!) If you release this today, it's #1 for 2-3 weeks Also check out her other hits "Secret Rendezvous" "The Way You Love Me" & The Way I Feel About You "Romantic" reached #1 in '91, but it wasn't of this superior quality. Glad she got a #1 though.

[@jamiedianne6778]

You guys gotta check out Shanice, “I Love Your Smile”! She was popular in the 90s. ❤

[@jeannieschmidt2217]

Amber - thank you! This has been a personal request of mine for about a year now - and I'm SO glad to finally see it :). This is the one time though that I was hoping that you would do the lyric version. It runs about a minute longer than the video - and her voice reaches this AMAZING climax. Worth checking out on your own time. But you MUST watch the official video for her Secret Rendezvous. It is absolutely SMOKIN HOT. You'll need a fan to cool off afterwards.

[@flodee8561]

Yes. I've been requesting Karyn White for about as long. I've also been requesting Angela Winbush's "Angel" and Regina Belle's "Baby Come To Me" for about a year. Both of these ladies have stunning voices.

[@R-L-I]

Exactly. The video version actually cuts off when she goes crazy (in a good way) at the end of the song.

[@stephaniejones4749]

I love this song. It was a big hit when it came out when she was married to Terry Lewis at one point

[@themajicman745]

3 years and still can't get but one of these women on female Fridays! Where's Soul Train when you need it? Come on Amber and give these awesome soul singers some love at least once.... Check out Stephanie Mills hits "I Feel Good All Over" " Comfort Of A Man" and the duet with Teddy Pendergrass "Feel the Fire" Still waiting on you to do other awesome soul singers like Phyllis Hyman(Living All Alone) and the most powerful singer Jennifer Holliday(And I'm Telling You) Betty Wright "No Pain No Gain" Lisa Fisher "How Do I Ease the Pain" Sylvia "Pillow Talk" Angela Winbush "Angel" Evelyn Champaign King "Shame" 

[@Lovejazz01]

Karyn White, as successful as she was she should have been a superstar, she had it all , the powerful voice, looks , amazing live performer, and still looks good and is still out here doing it today. She’s not a one hit wonder, you should check out her other hits , she’s got some jams, like “ The Way You Love Me’ , “ Love Saw It” , “ Romantic” , “The Way That I Feel About You “ , “ One Heart” , “ Can I Stay With You “, “ I’d Rather Be Alone “ and the jam “ Facts Of Love “ from the 80’s with jazz artist Jeff Lorber, that was 80’s hot pop! 🔥🔥🔥

[@josephadiaz8343]

I got to go to her concert the year this song came out.1989 , she was the opening act for Bobby Brown. She was so beautiful, and her voice was beautiful. Love this song, yes sir 👍♥️🙏✝️✌️😎

[@alexandervasel6845]

"The way you love me" is way more upbeat. Probably my favorite song of hers (⁠◍⁠•⁠ᴗ⁠•⁠◍⁠)⁠❤

[@terrellinc22]

Great that you discovered her- The actual radio version she lets go on vocals. Her dance songs are fantastic too: !!!!!!!

[@user-eh8zq1vi4e]

So many under appreciated artists in my early 20s. Such a competitive market for great artists. Lisa Fisher, and Karen should have been cultivated in the music world. The 80s and 90s missed out on greatness so many times. I listened to this during a break up, but it taught me so very much. Canadian Grandma Lori.C. A very super woman at heart.

[@moniquebaskett338]

Same!

[@davehess1019]

I heard this back in 1988 and I went right out and bought her CD

[@malalaz66]

LOVE, LOVE this song!!!!!

[@asherdash12]

Me too, I'm gonna be playing it all night lol

[@lizjordan2378]

I bought this CD when it came out...just for this song! Love y’all, too!

[@flodee8561]

She was one of our best singers in the late 80's and early 90's! They're so many more! Angela Winbush, Regina Belle, Vesta Williams, Cherrelle, Melba Moore. You all have to go down that rabbit hole! There is no singing like this today. I truly miss these powerful, soulful voices!

[@butterflymama0838]

I love this song so much! I wish R&B was still this dang good!

[@misterdoe]

Before her debut album, she was best known for her lead vocals on jazz artist Jeff Lorber's surprise pop-dance hit "Facts of Love." So this song was a little bit of a revelation for me.

[@NessieT]

This is one of my all time favourite hits. Every time I hear this song it sends tingles down my spine. What an incredible song, sung by a brilliant artist with a an incredible y powerful voice.

[@corralescoyote]

Loved this song, even as aman used sing along empathic. Love it

[@nathaniellollis3868]

I can'tt even remember the last time I'd heard this song. I DO know it's been too long-a-time. mean YEARS!!!! What a treat it was to hear it again. Thank y'all for this one!!!

[@telliesmith9825]

This was the ladies anthem haha back in the day and still is for those that know haha she was the one back in the day

[@brianscott9906]

Absolutely one of my favorite performers EVER. Her voice was silk to my ears and such a beautiful superwoman. Pedestal time.

[@JJ-th1jc]

Now this is true female R&B. Top shelf. I wore this CD out.👍👍

[@BoricuaBox]

The first time I heard and seen Karyn White was on the video of the song, Criticize, by Alexander O’Neal. He’s an artist the Squad hasn’t done yet and should. He’s got a bunch of hits. Karyn sang the chorus in his song before she went solo.

[@flodee8561]

I totally agree. I've recommended Alexander O'Neal for about a year now. "Fake", " Criticize", "In The Middle", " If You Were Here Tonight", and "Saturday Love" with Cherrelle. All classic hits!! Just beautiful songs!

[@pamelaselegantsoirees]

There was another late 80's early 90's singer by the name of Cheryl Pepsii Riley. She sings Thanks for my child.

[@tinabenton3643]

Always loved this song. You should listen to Melisa Morgan, "Do You Still Love Me", and "Do Me Baby". Her voice is AMAZING! More 80s music please, because that was the best!!!! You guys are my favorite reactors. I love that you actually listen to and enjoy so many different eras and genres of music.

[@jdub2591]

Glad you guys got to this artist 😁 Ms. Karyn White is an underrated powerhouse and this song is an anthem ! Her other song, The way you love me is a great pop song too.

[@readingrainbow760]

Great singer who brought the hits.

[@softshallow7435]

Classic song!

[@kimleec1071]

The Way You Love Me and Secret Rendezvous are Karyn White songs too; check them out.

[@LMmccallL57]

The video added so much to the story, and Jordan missed it all.🫤 Knowing that the couple had a child made it an even tougher situation for the character that Karen portrayed. This song was a favorite for many women, teen girls and probably preteen girls who didn't even know what it was about. It was an anthem for many, like Lisa Stansfield's "All Woman" and others. More by Karen... "Secret Rendezvous" "Love Saw It" (duet with Babyface...I wish you'd get deeply into his music) "Romantic" (backing vocals - Babyface)

[@blueeyedcowboy8291]

If you listened to R&B radio between 85-95, you can remember every song and still sing it even if you haven't heard it since then, just like I did during this reaction. This was a regular when it came out. I loved Karyn White.

[@blackblake3658]

Babyface and L.A. Reid dominated the charts during that time.

[@hustledude]

Haven’t heard this in years, I always loved this song. She had a fantastic voice. There’s a slightly longer version of the song which continues to show off more of her vocals.

[@kimcutts6153]

Another fantastic song from my era that I've never heard before! Loved it, that lady can sang. 🎙️🎼🎶

[@julzy3]

Omg! I had forgotten about this beautiful artist & song until I heard her sing. Instant nostalgia! Thanks!

[@MyKeeP81]

karyn still looks amazing today

[@shigemorif1066]

Love the original and also love the remake with Ms. Gladys, Ms. Patti, and Ms. Dionne.

[@Battle_Faith-Ministries]

This classic is one of the best sad songs

[@tophertofuri77]

Classic R&B! She has a bunch of great songs…my favorite is “Romantic” you gotta check that one out!

[@alvinyoungblood408]

Karyn White was married to Terry Lewis, an original member of the R&B band, Morris Day and the Time and also half of the legendary production team Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis. One of my favorite songs by her is "Love Saw It", a duet with Babyface. A suggestion for a future Female Friday, is a song called "Baby Be Mine" by 90's R & B singer Mikki Howard. I think you will definitely like her.

[@Renkk17]

Christina Aguilera - Ain't No Other Man - Candy Man (Both Great Horns !!) Also - Lady Marmalad Annie Lenox (Eurythmics) - Would I Lie to You - I Need a Man - Thorn in My Side Gwen Stefanie - It's My Life - What You Waiting For Shikira - When ever Where ever - Objection Tango Head Pins - Don't it Make You Feel (like Dancing) - Turn it Loud - Just One More Time Toronto - Your Daddy Don't Know - Start Telling the Truth

[@ThatCodeBlue]

I put in my recommendation of this one a while back because it told my mother’s story and I’m personally touched that you all did it.

[@romario2166]

Back when singers could actually SANG! This is a timeless classic! Good choice guys.

[@philjb]

1 of the greatest and timeless songs from the 80s. If you guys want to revisit this I suggest checking out an early 90s cover version by Gladys Knight, Patti LaBelle AND Dionne Warwick

[@db-gb5xi]

Dionne Warwick, Gladys Knight and Patti Labelle did a cover of this together.

[@surlechapeau]

Jay & Amber, You are overdue for the Great Dionne Warwick's - Walk On By, Do You Know The Way To San Jose, I Say A Little Prayer or Alfie. All Burt Bacharach/Hal David written hit songs. Music by Burt, Words by Hal. Timeless Music.

[@melissag.3325]

Karyn White is definitely one of the artists on my play list to date! Just absolutely love her music!!! So glad you guys enjoyed❤❤❤

[@BrenJen86]

Karyn is such an underrated artist! I had her songs on repeat in college. Please react to Secret Rendezvous and The Way You Love Me. You definitely won’t regret it.

[@GinaGeeILuvu]

This song was a total female anthem when released in 1988! Karyn White’s voice is amazing!❤❤

[@SomeGuy-mg5jy]

Other Karyn gems: ROMANTIC...SECRET RENDEZVOUS...HUNGAH... Shout out to Babyface for his peak days as a songwriter.

[@asherdash12]

Ugh when she sings YOU DON'T LOVE ME THE SAME 😭

[@peterhadfield9840]

Love Karyn White!

[@kiviaarnold7730]

I love this song. It was a women's anthem when it came out. Women were belting thus song everywhere you went 😂

[@scottvanhille5688]

Nice choice. I suggest "The Way You Love Me" "Can I Stay With You" and "I'd Rather Be Alone." Awesome segway lol.

[@Josh-pw4eh]

We love you guys. I sent a comment earlier for woman to woman by Shirley brown .. but there are two answers to that song one is called ...from this woman to you by Barbra Mason.. the other song is called she has papers on me" by Richard Dimples Field. They answer each other but start with woman to woman or you won't know what's happening.

[@Governor1993]

I’ve watched this video reaction over and over….I forgot how much I love this song. It’s a little ahead of its time…it’s late 80s but has that early-mid 90s R&B sound!

[@maryewilson2009]

Yes!!!! This has always been one of my favorite songs!

[@tylerhackner9731]

So glad you reacted to this

[@888brancher]

One of my Fav. songs of all time. It tells a story a lot of us can relate to. check out the same song but with Glades knight Patti La Belle & Dionne Warwick it’s Incredible. sorry I’ve not posted in a while I’ve been in hospital. Thank you for this post & your reactions & incite.

[@davehess1019]

this song was one of my most popular songs to play when I was a DJ, the ladies used to really react to this song, it was so cool and fun

[@MyKeeP81]

the way i feel about you walking the dog, secret rendezvous, tears of joy, romantic are all bangers

[@moniquebaskett338]

Tears of joy. Yesss!

[@jamesgonzales5285]

2nd year in an elite unit of the U.S.A. military, this musician, artist, Lady, made me an instant fan! This album, her entire library, needs to be heard, enjoyed, and respected. 👊🏼👍🏻🙏🏻 Her voice got me through combat, along with many more great musicians. Thank you, #KarynWhite.

[@jasondawson92]

Also she was beautiful too Beyonce can’t do it like this women hear

[@fitzgivesfits1]

"Secret Rendezvous", " The way you love me" by Karen White

[@LalaPhillyLass]

Throwback 👊🏻Best Evah!!!

[@user-nc9vm6rw4i]

When this song came out we had so many colors of music on the radio that would play this song. Smooth R&B, Rap, Dance, Pop, Indie Hip Hop... Such a rich catlog to pull from. I did a search to see what you have listened to form around this time. Female Friday-Did you ever react to Neneh Cherry-Buffalo Stance? Tara Kemp-Hold You Tight? I know you have Lisa Stansfield in here and Jane Child and Dee Lite, but if you havent checked out Neneh Chjerry Buffalo Stance listen to how music was changing. I think you will like it

[@kimberlywilkerson160]

I forgot about this song. Thanks for playing it. I still know most of the words!!

[@scottruck5584]

LOVE IT!!!!!!!.....LOVE IT!!!!!!...MISS THOSE TIMES!!!!!!!....80'S!!!!

[@rosemarywatson1231]

Perfect combo. Baby face and Karyn White. It’s a woman’s anthem at this point in time.

[@blackblake3658]

BabyFace produced so many great female artists. Toni Braxton was my favorite. Pebbles was cool too.

[@rosemarywatson1231]

@@blackblake3658 I agree. Imagine that The Deal didn't want to record his songs in the beginning. I like Toni a lot also. Karyn White over Pebbles. Karyn could really sing. Pebbles had songs that fit her voice and style.

[@JEREMY99218]

Back in the 90s, R&B music was Pop music.

[@Zane1962]

The emotion in her voice in this song is OUTSTANDING!!! I've always loved this!

[@jeffreyharvey9919]

"Secret Rendezvous" is another must from Karyn White.

[@EricRussell-ud8sg]

I would also put Can I Stay With You on your reaction list as it is a beautiful song and my favorite song of hers.

[@Chefcorky]

Two words: Secret Rondezvous. That IS the JAM!

[@kimcee4544]

Ya'll gotta do "Romantic" and "Walking the Dog" by her. Karyn is Everything. You'll enjoy

[@refinedpenedits]

I haven’t heard this song in years! Little me used to sing this song all around the house.

[@Masterr-K]

60s, 70s, 80s and 90s music = best music

[@ejg7260]

Loved her album back in the late 80s my favourite is- the way you love me. And- secret rendezvous 💖

[@tiacalhoun3841]

This song right here, man so many women can relate to it….love this one right here!!!! Absolute CLASSIC!!!!

[@randerson7]

I was totally in love with her as 15 year old! R&B gold right here.

[@chicagocubs71]

Amber & Jay, Karyn White has great music that U guys have to react to. 1)The Way You Love Me, 2)Secret Rendezvous, 3)Romantic, 4)The Way I Feel About You. Those R the songs or videos that U both have to react too.

[@davehess1019]

the 80''s were the greatest decade of music ever

[@paulsutch907]

So glad you got round to doing Karyn, shes amazing, 'the way you love me' next please