The Makings Of You - Curtis Mayfield | Ledisi | WDR Funkhausorchester | WDR Big Band

"The Makings Of You" by Curtis Mayfield, sung by Ledisi and accompanied by the WDR Funkhausorchester and the WDR Big Band. Recorded live on 30.09.2023 at the Kölner Philharmonie under the baton of Vince Mendoza.
The Makings Of You - Curtis Mayfield / V. Mendoza (Arr.)
Ledisi, vocals
Mike Scott, guitar
Will Lee, bass
Jason "JT" Thomas, drums
Rhani Krija, percussion
WDR Big Band
WDR Funkhaus Orchestra
Vince Mendoza, conductor
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[@terrypaul2693]

There will never be such beautiful music in our lifetime again. These are songs from the heart. Incredible interpretation. Saddens me what the state of this gift of music has become. Thank you Curtis Mayfield, you gave the world amazing songs. Rest In Paradise🙏🏽

[@user-gw7vr6gh6v]

Amazing...

[@coachtouden]

You expressed my thoughts.

[@rhondabaldwin7529]

I absolutely LOVE this one and Ledisi did the damn thing, YES!!!

[@WDRKlassik]

Thank you 😊

[@djswigga9316]

Beautiful with the orchestra real music

[@WDRKlassik]

Thank you! 🤗

[@glendaprice-lt1cp]

What a great writer - Curtis Mayfield’s lyrics are too be cherished!!!

[@kelvinsmith8350]

That WDR Orchestra and Funkhousorchestra was Pure Fire.

[@WDRKlassik]

Thank you! 🔥

[@sheriagreen8007]

Ledisi I Love you doing this. Beautiful job. 5/7/2024

[@MrGray-ls7iy]

Very beautiful interpretation of the original song that was sung by Gladys Knight. You guys are Great !!! Its a shame that someone over seas appreciates this kind of music more than where it was produced.

[@norwoodrobinson4464]

Curtis Mayfield, first wrote and produced this song. ❤️🎶❤️

[@christopherclyde7791]

Curtis Mayfield !!!!! Put some respect on his name.

[@JTonthedrums]

As stated, Curtis wrote and first performed this song. This version is a merger of the original and the Gladys Knight version, along with a solo part Vince added. Curtis’s version is untouchable, but Gladys’s cover is great too. We tried to pay respect to both versions. Ledisi sounds amazing.

[@susannemeuser1496]

Gladys Knight's version of this song comes from the film "Claudine". Along with other masterpieces of music, all written by wonderful Curtis Mayfield.

[@johncunningham1797]

FACTS

[@remydude2424]

Quelle douceur

[@galinakrivulin6767]

A very touchy tune, so gracefully performed by Ledisi with WDR Funkhausorchester and WDR Big Band! So charming!

[@WDRKlassik]

Thank you very much! 🤗

[@galinakrivulin6767]

@@WDRKlassik My pleasure.

[@pamwatford7935]

Beautiful and a classic. Well done.

[@rojo8620]

OMG…… this is phenomenal ❤🔺🔺🔺

[@WDRKlassik]

🥰

[@minervasmith1459]

The late great Curtis Mayfield, ❤ Brought so much to Black People, finding themselves in the mid 1970's,, It was a revolution during those days,❤

[@medusasunshine4705]

Very nice. Thank u Sister

[@WDRKlassik]

🤗

[@OlSkool70]

I really hate to admit this. But i think I now like ledisis version as much as I love Curtis' original. The merge of Gladys to mayfields version is pure perfection.

[@WDRKlassik]

We're glad that you like this version 😊

[@EraseYoRecord]

C L A S S I C 🎉❤

[@latamorewilliams6443]

Love this one❤️❤️❤️ very refreshing, get in the 76 eldo and go🌄🌄

[@WDRKlassik]

Thank you! 🥰

[@twittymilk631]

Haven’t seen the legendary Ledisi in a minute. The orchestras ties giving Telecom customer support

[@nr30199]

Yes please!!!❤

[@WDRKlassik]

🥰

[@coachtouden]

I still love Gladys Knight's rendition best but doggone it, Ledisi and these musicians did this song justice!!

[@senorahemphill7414]

That's an awesome song! Sounding great Mike! God has favoured you with sooooooooo many amazing opportunities, to be able to play and travel the world, with a plethora' of great artists! It's time for that book dude! 😅🤣😆😅 That's awesome Mike! Keep up the good work!

[@WDRKlassik]

😎

[@Commander2173]

Jedes Eurer Videos muß jeden, auch nicht Kunstinteressierten, davon überzeugen, daß GsD ein Teil unserer Steuerabgaben für das Musische investiert wird ❤😍 Weiter so in dieser Qualität und Vielfalt!👍💪✌️ Jeder Ami beneidet uns, denn die haben ja nur ein staatliches Orchester, alles andere wird durch Spenden am Leben erhalten!☝️ Hoffentlich bleibt uns dieser Staatsvorteil noch lange erhalten und wird nicht weggespart 👍

[@WDRKlassik]

Wir freuen uns, dass Ihnen unsere Musik gefällt 😊

[@tuami]

Großartig ❤

[@GoldenSun-en2vb]

Love the original much better .

[@matrox]

Curtis's was much better.