Who Did It Better? - The GAP Band vs. Guy (1980/1990)

As always, please listen to both renditions then share your thoughts in the comments section.
"Yearning for Your Love" is a 1980 ballad recorded and released by The Gap Band on Mercury Records. The single was the third release off the band's fifth album, The Gap Band III (1980). Four different singles, each with a different B-side, were released in 1981.
The song became a modest hit on the US and UK charts when it was released; it arose to number five on the Hot Soul Singles chart and number sixty on the Billboard Hot 100. Written by Gap Band backing member/keyboardist Oliver Scott and keyboardist Ronnie Wilson, it was a romantic love song dedicated to Wilson's wife at the time and was performed by Ronnie's brother Charlie Wilson. In 1990, Guy covered the song on their 1990 album, The Future. - Wikipedia
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[@tincredible]

The Gap Band..hands down! But I think that Guy did a great cover.

[@johncampbell6370]

Guy represented well, but Uncle Charlie owns that song…my vote is Gap Band

[@jeep128]

I Agree with your statement

[@novahittingthegroundrunnin9933]

💯🎯

[@JazzFunk22]

Are you serious I'm just curious 🎤🎶🎶......Gap Band

[@wendylowman490]

Seriously.... No Competition here!!! THE GAP BAND R&B CLASSIC PERIOD!!!!!

[@NANA-fh6we]

I’ve only heard the Gap Band’s version. I didn’t even know Guy covered it. With that said, after listening to both versions, I’ll continue to only acknowledge the Gap Band’s version 😂

[@islandshugah7397]

Same here

[@socialscientist1895]

🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@ShaulbenYahudah81]

"YUP 💯!".

[@superstar7849]

I grew up with the Gap Band version❤, BUT I loved Guy's remake. It exposed a younger generation to a classic

[@personkid21]

Originality is a word that describes itself for a reason!!! Gap Band!

[@heathertea2704]

Gap Band's classic is just that. A classic 🍷

[@walterking85]

The Gap Band, Hands Downs!!!!!!

[@brodocbetty4856]

Facts, Not even close, The Gap for the win.

[@graddy7jd]

The Gap Band. 🖤❤️

[@my2cents361]

The similarities between Uncle Cholly’s and Aaron Hall’s voices created this. I’m certified old school. Gap Band gets the W.🏆

[@juneaskew6871]

I never heard this version of the song..I Love Guy but...The Gap Band already DID IT‼

[@MISTERKIC]

I'm from both era's. Still, Gap Band everyday all day.

[@garyjohnson691]

I have to give the edge to the GAP band, although both versions are awesome.

[@Soul_Education]

GAP Band version for me❤❤

[@nagayanathyahisrael8476]

Damn! I Love both versions, Fire! But you gotta go with the GAP! When I hear it , my mind says GAP BAND !

[@avonee1976]

Honestly, I think Guy did an excellent job on the remake. I’m from the “New Jack Generation”, in that I was a teenager in the 90s. I heard the Gap Band’s version first going to the skating rink with my mom. To this day, I still get excited when the DJ puts it on, but I like both versions.

[@quentinhoward6193]

The Gap Band

[@elizabethr8174]

Guy offered a good version but The Gap Band owns it! Covered by others, sampled by others, but still belongs to The Gap Band 😉! Thanks for sharing 😊🎶💃🏻

[@rafaelramirez1507]

Definitely "The Gap Band" , no doubt about it ... darn I love this song 👍

[@chrisdragnet722]

Greenwood Archer & Pine Band

[@NewChannel9000]

_The G.A.P._ (“ _Greenwood, Archer and Pine_ ”) _Band,_ ALL the way. This Video is the first time I heard anyone else other than them singing this song. I _TOTALLY_ agree, @chrisdragnet722.

[@myradevereaux1288]

Gap Band! ❤

[@marlenealexander2697]

I love both bands BUT this one goes to the Gap Band!😎

[@QueenBthatsMe777]

I ABSOLUTELY LOVE GUY!!! But imma have to go with the Gap Band on this one... the tinkling of the cymbals. The drums. The guitar. Just the band altogether... just has a more authentic "feel" to it.... idk just evokes such a sense of nostalgia.. this was the closest one yet! 🎉🎉

[@larose6551]

Exactly! Gap Band was era where you had to be able to SANG and musicians better be able to play, play!

[@sharongreene8409]

The GAP Band, of course!!!

[@queenjoey365]

First off, I'm CRAZY for the soulful vocals of Aaron Hall!!! He does it for me! But Uncle Charlie can not be matched. The GAP Band absolutely holds the spot for #1. Drop the mic and turn out the lights! Done.

[@TeddyStrongBear]

Feels like a showdown between Charlie Wilson vs Aaron Hall… Uncle Charlie got this one!

[@wallace6369]

Guy is great, Gap Band own's it.

[@Lynne423b]

The Gap Band

[@krissmgvlogs]

Gap Band, Guy just added an extra drum beat!

[@wandaparker7293]

I do think the Gap Band because of the original instrument sounds better.

[@tyardovdabulldht2340]

OH LAWD....AINT NO COMPETITION....... GAP BAND ALLLLLLL. DAYYYY✌️

[@ralphh7853]

Guy may do a good song now and then but they will never go down as a great R and B group. Gap Band is one of the great funk groups; just look at their body of work. Very few imitators can even equal the originators!

[@jamesfarrow7770]

I enjoyed both versions equally, a different beat I loved to dance to both, I’ve made memories off of them that I never will forget

[@kevinotey2334]

Very close!...but The Gap Band narrowly edges out the win. Two beautiful songs!

[@architecture.w]

The Gap, but both are great.

[@RenkTV7]

Gap Band for sure.

[@tomikodickinson2803]

Gap band hands down all the way ❤no shade to guy still love em tho always ❤

[@dco3243]

Have to roll with The Gap Band.... Even though Guy did a good job with their version (I was a Freshmen in High School when that album dropped)...

[@lloydbridgessniffinglue]

Covering a classic is a huge challenge for anyone. Guy did well, but Gap dropped the bomb.

[@HeiDiLuv]

Hmm IT IS SOMETHING about that NEW JACK SWING sound that just makes it so much more timeless to me. Hard call tho

[@nerdbamarich2063]

The Gap band and it ain't even close

[@zachswartz6645]

That is a hard one. Excellent contrast. Gap Band's version is old school on cassette. Guy's version is old school on CD.

[@davidsmith7806]

First Name Charlie. Last Name Wilson. 🎤🎶🔥

[@larose6551]

Period!

[@TalkinnGrubbinMedia]

I give the slight edge to Gap Band, but I like Guy's remake too; Guy did a good job of staying loyal to the original. I like both versions. Plus, we don't have to crap on one to big up the other.

[@deborahhemmings7368]

The Gap Band hands down. Even though I love Guy.

[@jcorey68]

The Gap Band. This is simply my favorite song

[@KingNez89]

Okay my beautiful black people don't beat me up. I'm a 89 baby o seriously didn't know charlie Wilson was in a whole band in the 80s, lol I thought he was just a great solo artist that came out with that hit song take you out, lore and behold charlie has BEEN doing this! Again don't beat me up to bad yall lol I was born in 89

[@anthonytaylor7928]

Yeah we are gonna be u up just kidding we will give you a break this time

[@leestreet4956]

Who did it better, should have never been a question, nor should it ever be debated, with respect to the original makers, that contributed some of the most amazing songs, and memorable hits to the world of music. So, for anyone to ask such a question, is disturbing to me, and disrespectful to say the least. Very distasteful for this to even be presented. They're both extremely talented R&B groups that made an Everlasting mark on the music industry, which has given us very fond memories, during the height of their careers. I thank the Most High for allowing me to witness such a superb talent, such as them and countless other groups, that's incomparable to each other. Greatness stands alone.

[@misheleb.4340]

I love both versions I can't pick...lol...

[@sekhmetthegoddess3125]

I hate to say the GAP !! Greenwood Archer and Pine. My home town!! ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@williamblockson8013]

Oh did I mentioned the second was the closest to the original I’ve ever heard of any remakes . Again well done brother . B1 . Amin and Shalom .5

[@edgarblanchard2988]

U already know! GAP BAND👍

[@nerodiamante9441]

The Gap Band, no debateto be had!!!! However, I'm giving salute to Guy for their lovely rendition.

[@larose6551]

Different eras obviously. Charlie Wilson’s vocals are unmatched plus add in real musicians. Gap Band Period.

[@silhouetteimage3976]

The GAP Band! Hands Down!⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

[@user-rr5dd8ps6l]

Gap band

[@m.l7091]

Guy sounds nice,Gap band production hits so much harder really pulls at the heart ,makes you wanna play it over and over ❤❤❤

[@Laniece4u2]

Cmon Charlie did his thang 🎉🎯

[@brodocbetty4856]

Gap for the win.

[@TheKenzoidElkhorn]

I love both groups but I have to go with Gap Band . Charlie Wilson still in the game while disappointed Guy been gone for decades.

[@denniebone388]

Gap Band hands down all the way enough said.....

[@de0ndre]

love Guy but Gap band no question. 🔥

[@kassiapencek6185]

The Gap's version seems faster. Guy's is smoothe and twinkly, but slowed the bpm slightly too much to make it flat.

[@queue1176]

Good remake of such a great song, but Uncle Charlie and The Gap Band own that mug!

[@islandshugah7397]

GAP...all the way!

[@therealqueensdl]

Gap band period

[@mdavis9906]

Keep the original for me, Gap Band all day.

[@robertturner9715]

The one and only gap BAND

[@GodsGirl850]

ABSOLUTELY the Gap Band❣ .... But Thanks Guy👍🏾

[@cookiescorner]

Guy is one of my all time favorite male groups, but The Gap Band was the heavy weight champion in this musical bout for me. Uncle Charlie's voice tipped the scale as my ears weighed in. ⚖

[@sekhmetthegoddess3125]

Hey I forgot Guy song this too I like them too and they did good on the remake.. ❤️❤️❤️

[@williamblockson8013]

You know much more than any of us know ! We’re really here to listen to what you want us to hear not what you’re claiming you want our opinions ? (Screw Tubers are active again . We ll done brother . B1

[@MontezWashington-sd6fw]

Can you do "Ooooo, Baby, Baby" between Smokie Robinson & The Miracles (1965) and Zapp featuring Roger Troutman (1989)?

[@robertsimmons1sgretired820]

I’ve always loved this song. Although Guy version was excellent, it cannot compare to the original version. Gap band got this one.

[@vernonmitchell328]

Not even close. Gap Band all day long!!! !

[@berrybarfield5056]

The Gap Band!!

[@Tonia1129]

GAP BAND❤

[@user-uc9ne8ow2u]

GAP BAND ...DUHHH!!!

[@anthonycalhoun218]

The GAP'ERS all the way ☝🏽

[@Ausar2000]

Love Guy but the Gap Band.owns it. Credit due for Guy keeping t the legacy alive.

[@williamblockson8013]

Come on , you better than most if not all and every single one of us who did it better my most precious brother !!! None of us can remake righteousness that’s NOT inspired by us alone , but is inspired by the Almighty Himself !!! That said I can listen to the second version , if I hadn’t first or secondly had not originally heard the first . B1 . Amin and Shalom (my precious brother , keep doing what only you ! can do best !!!!!!) . B1 plus you ! Amin and Shalom .

[@desmondmallette5982]

Gap band❤

[@theresawebb1968]

Im use to the gap band version this is my first time hearing the guy cover theirs version okay but the gap band made tunes they only can sing.

[@Capricorn_77]

There's soooo many oldies that should remain classics instead of the up and comings remaking. 😞 "cough silk sonic cough"

[@edwardtett6741]

"the gap"!😎🎶

[@lamarmc]

I’m a new jack but I’m going with GB!

[@followeroftheway77]

GAP of course

[@braviafeed]

Not even close...it's Uncle Charlie and the Gap Band by a mile.

[@redcatbiker]

GAP Band. They're better singers; the vocals are much better.

[@juwanpope2448]

Please Gap Gap Gap

[@anthonytaylor7928]

C'mon is this even up for debate? The Gap band version still gets radio Play to this Day . Played at backyard BBQs clubs and private parties and everywhere else . Ain't nobody reaching for guy version stop it

[@smilessometimes8871]

Gap band guy represented well

[@growden100]

Gap band!

[@Chriskros1984]

Gap

[@MsLisaP]

This should have never been a question 😮😂 #tulsaoklahoma

[@Tacana_Redd_Sox]

Gap band. 👨🏾‍⚖️

[@vinniemcgheesr.5294]

GAP version is the best and always will be, my opinion

[@smarkslowplay3512]

Mia X sampled this for Whatcha Wanna Do

[@worldclasstraveler3530]

Whom is "Guy" anyway! they did a good, updated version but i like the Gap band's version better.

[@rodrigomanoel3844]

😂 sem chances para o guy

[@moniquepackard168]

The Gap Band did it best.

[@brodocbetty4856]

Like the Gap's arrangement better.