The Friends of Distinction - Going In Circles (live)

The Friends of Distinction singing Going In Circles (live)
#Thefriendsofdistinction #GoingInCircles

[@donniecain4266]

Absolutely one of the most beautiful songs ever to be recorded!!

[@mudhens4ever]

What a beautiful live performance, even with a new lead singer.

[@MykeFord950]

Yes indeed!! & Criminally underrated Black oldie or classic radio NEVER ever play it anymore A real travesty!! This was a masterpiece!?

[@jonathanisom5657]

How many people my age came here for the memories? The new lead singer did a phenomenal job.

[@denisemitchell8477]

62 here everyday and the original my jam

[@Justjkeys]

Was my mom in your tine 48

[@Justjkeys]

1976

[@jonathanisom5657]

@@Justjkeys I'm about 20 years older than your mom 😁😁

[@renaissanceman165]

@@denisemitchell8477 So you were about 11 or 12 when the song first dropped. I was about 5 or 6 years old. Around 1970-71. I remeremember it like it was yesterday. I've always been an old soul, loving my parents music, while they were in their twenties. I even remember before then, when the "Classic Five" Temptations, and other Motown greats were still dropping songs. How many of you remember sitting next to the old record players and staring at the mechanical arm lifting and spinning the old 45 records around?...and Oh, yeah, that little flat plastic disc placed in the middle of the hole, or using a penny to hold the arm down? I still remember the sweet smell of the vinyl. Precious memories. One of the reasons I'm a singer, musician today! Thanks Mom and Dad! Check it Out! Ciao!!!

[@559HDGwenchy]

He does an excellent job singing the part the late Floyd Butler used to sing. They’re one of my all time favorite groups and I’m glad to see they’re still performing.

[@colbyb999]

I totally and happily agree!

[@nyra4154]

Definitely kept it close to Floyd Butler the original

[@juliusfreeman7065]

For a moment I thought that I was seeing Rick James! Good job on one of my favorite songs ever!

[@cynthiasantistevan7322]

His voice is amazing

[@Awaywrdson]

I'm 66 and this song sounds as beautiful as I first heard it as a kid , when relatives would hold " House parties" and the kids were stuck in the back bedrooms and all we could do was listen to the music playing !! " Git back in that room" !!! 😝 this new lead singer does the song justice !!! 🤘

[@monicanyenge3366]

This performance was heavenly, even now... From the lead singer to the backing vox. Welldone!!!!!

[@Annettesmusic]

How many THOUSANDS of times they must have sung this song but, the passion in which they performed it with here, you'd never know it. Shows a real respect for their audience, the song AND themselves. Excellent!

[@ginacarrington4116]

They don't make music like this no more❤

[@chaisroom6631]

damn he good... they all sound good

[@LucasB73]

Floyd Butler was the lead singer of this song, he passed away in April of 1990, so this singer is not the original singer but does a great job.

[@ceciliem1811]

I did not know that! You learn something new; every day! Thanks for sharing!! 🎶🎹🎶

[@aljabi2008]

He did an outstanding job.

[@ceciliem1811]

+aljabi2008 Sure did! He did this song justice! I love it!

[@linda0951]

OMG...his voice is so sexy. I got the chills. I love this song and her is doing a great job!

[@linda0951]

I looked him up and he is one of the original founders of the group. SEXY!

[@angelaackerman8934]

I still have my 45rpm record of this song. Love them !

[@ashlynbradford]

OMG!!! IT MAKES ME CRY. WHEN WILL WE EVER HEAR SUCH PURE BRILLANCE AGAIN?THATS WHAT IM SAYIN.

[@lestersmith493]

you got that right great performer awsume voice real soul

[@susand.byrdsong3767]

Oh my God...just when I thought the Gap Band's version was fire, this is Awesome!!! Thank you Friends of Distinction for giving the world this beautiful classic love music...which has stood the test of time.

[@MrSkinnn]

It's a timeless song, and the current incarnation of FOD does it for me just like back in 1969.

[@ooodamienooo6452]

I agree, its timeless! I love soul music since my childhood! And yes, its great to see them perform with so much passion! Greetings from Germany ✌️🇩🇪

[@SherriSalmon-dp3vi]

Check out Issac Hayes version🔥

[@dianesolomon7228]

another GREAT song from an era gone by and never to return.

[@jackinthegreen5178]

The Friends of Distinction remain one of the Best of the Best soulful quartets for the history books! Flawless lyrics---just the perfect combination of talents, that for me, will always be---Eternal and Unforgettable!

[@rivernone8245]

what a mind blowing voice...

[@cywoods60]

yes

[@mikecinquen]

@@cywoods60 Yes

[@barbaraannhenderson9049]

Odd and great.

[@ginacarrington4116]

I love this Song. He Killed It👄

[@albertschepis]

The kind of song I don't want to end. There has to be a 15 min version of this somewhere!

[@bertc2314]

I'm looking!!!

[@rememberbeginning]

Isaac Hayes has the longest version I could find. GAP band has great version too! Luther also covered it.

[@tommyrich7403]

Man I swear I was saying the same!!!

[@angelaackerman8934]

Just keep repeating it!

[@Ladybug9497]

@@rememberbeginning i love Luther's cover.

[@doreennewman7182]

Rick James, before he became a super freak ! The background is still on point after all these years. 👏 bravo !!!!!!

[@mmgm76]

Ok one of my all time favorite songs... And that lead singer has an amazing voice!! Love the tone and dudes still got it!!! Enjoyed that very much !!

[@oliviaronconi2574]

Friends Of Distinction are Fantastic 🎤

[@truth9401]

That was my jam back in the day! Memories from college!

[@MykeFord950]

One of the greatest soul songs of all time!! Props to that Filipino back up band too! Those cats nailed it!

[@denisemitchell8477]

this is a classic like Macaroni and Cheese with cornbread

[@TahariBlue]

One of the most beautiful songs ever recorded, and one of the most underrated groups of all time

[@angelaackerman8934]

I have listened to this many times now. This new guy singing lead is so good!!

[@bohenryhillcrest2114]

This is a fantastic rendition, and to all those who say, "It's not as good as the original," take a moment to think about how ignorant that comment is. The original was made in 1969. Is your anticipation the Mr.Butler's voice would have remain unchanged for decades? Should the group stop performing because Floyd has died, and no one else dare interpret the song? I'm certain that Floyd himself would be very happy that this lead carries on his fine tradition .

[@PaulCollins301]

BoHenryHillcrest2 kokane ive been there

[@Herman47]

This version is better than the original. The lead singer truly gets into it. And I like the original too.

[@tinaridgley7142]

I do agree with your opinion

[@denisemitchell9876]

Gday luv Sent this record to him on Monday morning Trying to start a new romance But ended it Monday afternoon Didn't deserve my heart

[@johnanders3440]

@@tinaridgley7142 Its just that, An opinion!The guy does an hell of a job. Tho as good as he was that original version singer does it for me. The original singer just relates the story so well,you feels his heart ache. Pretty much like no one does I Wish It Would Rain like the great David Ruffin. Both theese guys are such interpreters of song and as they relate the story makes you feel like how could she do you that way. Give me a pstoll and I'll shoot her myself! Just joking of course!

[@HatianHurricane]

The Friends of Distinction! The group's name says it all! Beautiful music!

[@bedor13]

I've heard this through the years. This guy is good. He get the point across. Yes, strung out over the love of my life. Breyon....

[@linda0951]

Check out his long standing Broadway career.

[@saundrapenix]

He makes you FEEL the lyrics

[@ceciliem1811]

I love this song! Just let them know; without stalking! :) 🎶🎹🎶💞

[@jessiehernandez1824]

great job to keep the classics going for our listening pleasure. ..

[@ajwriter5699]

Geno's voice is like velvet. Beautiful job!

[@linda0951]

Who is he? it is so sexy!

[@bettiewatkins7052]

HE IS SOOOO SEXY💋

[@bettiewatkins7052]

AJ Writer is he married

[@bettiewatkins7052]

AJ Writer sorry I should say do u know if he's married

[@annehackett2383]

Fantastic song, great group...lead singer did a wonderful job 👍

[@Perfectlace]

So in love with this song ...

[@paulnash7630]

Still sounds so good, great voice from the lead vocalist.

[@joycelockett7032]

One of my absolute favorite groups! The new lead singer is really good!

[@richcollins9267]

Out of absolutely nowhere, this song popped into my head tonight. So glad it did.

[@denisemitchell8477]

he does a great job as the replacement

[@markraven7316]

A masterpiece of music.

[@CVC509]

Yeah....... , Band & Vocals - Tight - Live Hit Captured that "Authentic" Vibe, Great Job !

[@kevspicer]

a very sadly unknown song, a favorite and well sung here, thanks

[@angelaackerman8934]

It’s not unknown! Depends on the age group.

[@Ladybug9497]

It's very well known

[@halimahrasheed295]

I was at a friends party back in the day when this song came out best slow dancing music. ❤❤❤❤❤summer time.

[@mse7501]

Yeee hawww from Texas. Boy I knew good music as a teen.

[@byronbriscoe5531]

brilliant verision

[@lauraswihart4816]

Excellent! 🎶💗

[@davidjohnson1654]

This song has so much soul, and is so beautiful, it literally brings me to tears. I fell in love with it one day when I "discovered" it by listening to the Billboard Top 100 Songs of 1969. I fell in love with songs on that list, like this and "What Does It Take To Win Your Love" by Junior Walker and The All Stars. I was born in 1971, but 1969 is my all-time favorite year of billboard songs. I have listened to the Top 100 of 1969 many times, and continue to do so. My soul just feels uplifted when I listen to these songs.

[@ayndowney9401]

We all need to hang on our sanity during this time of pandemonium so this is one of the many songs that I have chosen to give me comfort Candy Downey

[@ernestlittle6744]

This gentleman has a very good voice. He does the song justice.

[@FreeButCrowdedMind]

I was sucked in from the first note he sang. Wow! I've never heard the original but love other versions (Luther - probably WAS my fav). But THIS! His voice is incredible and he sings with such emotion. On a search to find more of him. Thanks for uploading!

[@chakafan2]

He does a great job with this song.

[@go234ko96ts5]

Always like this song it's so spiritual to me. The late Floyd Butler was the original singer of this masterpiece but the lead singer on this version did a great job. So much great soul and rhythm and blues music from the 60's and 70's that you don't hear that much now unless you play the oldies. When I think of the Friends of Distinction these songs come to mind and in my record collection, Gracing in the Grass, Love or Let Me Be Lonely and Time Waits for No One.

[@vickiecanupp7815]

I remember this one so well, what a Great one!

[@AmYisraelChaiEchad]

I’m 35 and I look like I’m in my late 20s I be looking crazy in front of ppl for loving all these classics. Well it’s 2020 and I’m still listening to this. Wasn’t even thought of when this came out.. but goodness I wish I was in my 20s back then.. peace to all my ppl out there.. enjoy

[@marccoddette2253]

By

[@RobertIsaacRosenzweig]

Beautiful song❣️

[@beemerron]

I was a rocker in my teens but expanded my tastes a little later. Thanks Electrifing Mojo.

[@transformedbythelight3044]

I don't care who sang this song long as they kept it alive he sounds great!

[@PERSEO77]

Beautiful song!!!Magic 🔥❤️

[@jacquelynwebb5518]

What this man is great

[@kingsalomon357]

0:27 Rick James Johnson twin?

[@kevc21]

same thing I said. Rick James! lol

[@cherylereadus4497]

I was at Fisk University and they played at our homecoming. This brought back a lot of memories. Thanks!

[@christinevitale1243]

Bravo. Great performance.

[@kennywills8797]

remembered this and keep coming back. bravo !!!

[@dianeellison7740]

I listen to the Gap Band - and now to the Friends of Distinction (both HAVE ME GOING IN CIRCLES. LOVE BOTH VERSIONS - THANK YOU BOTH GREAT MUSIC

[@jackiiedwards9800]

I'm loving it, loving him sing it brother.

[@DaisyAnnabelle65]

Superb❤️

[@Sterling-pt8bd]

And so are u..babyb u so fine

[@cathymarquez3293]

Absolutely loved this. 👍❤❤❤

[@williamfeilhauer2667]

I don't care how many times I hear this I never get tired of hearing it. Thank God their still with us.

[@richyz01]

Wow! They sound great!

[@MrAMF50]

Man I love these guys!

[@MykeFord950]

A huge shout out to that Filipino back up band....they were 🔥

[@GunCollector007]

Just amazing!

[@larryherbert252]

This song is t totally off the chain, love it.

[@indianasosavasquez5693]

Oh my what a song. it takes me out of a sad mood..I just love it

[@Paeulehoppe]

woaaw... absolut fantastic !!!

[@ceciliem1811]

From a child; till style, I have loved this song!! It still sounds magnificent!!! 🎶💃🎶💯🎤

[@jakko6467]

WOW!!!!! Must have really been a fantastic concert...fabulous lead, fabulous harmonies & fabulous instrumentation.

[@clydew.rainey8571]

Love this song a lot.

[@phyltay1722]

Great job. Classic

[@denisemitchell9876]

Gday luv Oh okay He does a great job replacing Floyd Butler This right here is just magical Memories of cook outs spades bid wiz good times indeed RIP Mommasan Poppy Nana Pop Pop Sunshine King Maximus Chambro Dhaka Zulu and Nikki

[@narviawilliams2340]

💐💐💐THE LEAD SINGER TRULY LOOKS LIKE THE LATE RICK JAMES🥀💐💐💐

[@littlejoefragrance760]

😂 Facts Soulful Man 💯

[@dionisiotorres1383]

The era of classic soul ballads....

[@ginacarrington4116]

I love this song🌹

[@CharlieRogersMusic]

i love this band one of my best

[@MustangSam]

Wow this is great! I've loved this song since it was released. Still have the original 45!

[@trae326]

Love this song. My father still has the 45rpm. I was 6 years old when this came out. Real soul music. I miss those singing groups. These artist now sing with vulgarity and disrespect towards to women.

[@MrBlactye]

I just love strings to this song absolutely fantastic.

[@marjn1030]

MrBlactye what this song about that's got the ladies spun out?

[@seinundzeiten]

amazing group....

[@mikecinquen]

He nailed it !!

[@patriciabrooks9719]

I love the original ❤

[@williamfeilhauer2667]

He is unbelievable , close your eyes and you would swear that it's Floyd Butler.

[@ginacarrington4116]

He can sang this song all night long❤

[@blackgold7525]

Fantastic job!!!

[@ronneysmith]

Smooth and the Groove

[@roberthockett270]

How is it possible I've only learned of this song now, in early 2021? My G-d, what beauty ...

[@kevc21]

Soul Classic from 1969. Black radio played the heck out it, back in the day.

[@angelaackerman8934]

@@kevc21 It played on all the top 40 stations too back then. I have the 45.

[@mala10uk]

big big big tune 10/10 priceless / timeless

[@fmaykallb]

awesome

[@river4462]

For those asking Geno Henderson is this fantasic voice, trippy so alluring

[@waynefaust9607]

Truly, a five star performance. This gentleman sounds exactly like the original singer, perhaps even better!!!