George never sang until Tommy LiPuma sent him this song to consider. Tommy knew the great Leon Russell from Leon's days working in the studios as an arranger/producer. This was George Benson's biggest hit so let's give Leon some credit here too for composing this beautiful song.
Speaking as a musician, for me, George Benson is unrivaled as a guitar/vocalist, no one in the world can even come close to this mans natural abilities.Both his voice and guitar playing are of such a high standard that its ridiculous. Benson has it all. Graham Daw, Yorkshire, UK.
Graham George grew up in a neighborhood called the Hill District in Pittsburgh Pennsylvania where if you google some of the greatest all time Jazz music players and singers came from, he is my favorite also and George had some great influences.OK my Friend.
Chaka forgot some of the lyrics but it's cool the way she spontaneously phrases they lyrics as George whispers them to her . and Ray on the piano is brilliant It's fascinating to see 3 legends at work.
Chaka was in a different city, state, country every day touring. She improv songs all the time. It didn’t matter what it sound like; that’s Chaka Khan.
GEORGE BENSON IS SUCH A GIFTED SINGER AND GUITARIST , HONESTLY NO ONE COMES CLOSE AND HE IS ON STAGE WITH OTHER VOCAL LEGENDS LIKE RAY CHARLES AND CHAKA KHAN TOO . A TREAT FOR US !!!!!
The improv parts seemed like they just knew each other for ever. No one stepping on one another. I like how George switched it up and just sprung it on Chaka (just a quick mention to her name) and she delivered just the most appropriate improv on the spot that inspired a rise in the dynamics right there. You get something a little different each time and this one was magic. Ray's first go at it had a really nice crescendo toward the end that the others just so beautifully picked up from, bringing it up that perfect notch of energy and springing the Chaka Khan upper range....then back to Benson's guitar/vocal tonal interlude of that effortless notes of legato duet'ing but with the conviction of "Yeah, here we are...together!" What a prize to capture moments sewn together without a missing stitch on an excellent audio/video quality preserving the moments in time for keepsakes and for gifting to the next itching ears of generation(s). This is giving, this is owning, and these are the roots.
This Performance was simply amazing..3 legends!!!! Only Chaka can forget the lyrics & sing her ass off as if she didn't forget the lyrics. AMAZING!!! thats the magic of CHAKA KHAN!
George tells Ray the song that they are going to do. Ray responds: "I'll follow." Their knowledge of music theory, chord progressions and of course their talent make it all flow together. What excellence !!! That's professional musicianship. They make something difficult seem easy to perform and that's why Ray humbly said "I'll follow."
Chaka has various moods, and when she's relaxed, euphoric and playin' with her mane and jammin with exquisite musicians, she gives the best impromptu performances.
Being a SINGER and love all Music Man you have said A FULL MOUTH FULL ALL THOSE YEARS HE LET THE GUITAR 🎸🎸🎸 DO WE WERE BLOWN AWAY THANKS FOR SHARING IT'S JUST ME WITH A BIG SMILE 😁😁 LOVE AND PEACE ✌️
Betty Carter called Chaka a genius at vocal improvisation. This is proof in the pudding. Chaka didn't even know the song but she came out there and wiped up the floor with it! There in NO ONE in contemporary music in 2018 who can do that!
This song never fails to bring tears to my eyes because of its message and emotional power as two lovers struggle to keep a dying flame alive. No one can sing and play it like George Benson.
Even though Chaka didn't know all the words as some are criticising on here her still brilliant performance comes from her improvisational skills. She has what use to be called "swing" in her voice. And that mighty wail. ALL HAIL THE QUEEN!
Great talents in Fusion Jazz, Them Folks..Messrs Ray Charles, George Benson and Beauty Elegant Dame CHAKA KHAN...RIP ESQ. RAY CHARLES...MY RESPECTS FOLKS...KEEP AT THEM...FUSION MUSIC. CAPE COAST/ACCRA.
just can t believe that someone from planet earth can dislike this all legend performance..I mean Benson is like one in several million years ,yvette stevens her vocals are one of a kind and Ray the king Charles.
What a gem... a treasure. Close your eyes and listen to Ray Charles piano. Amazing - all of them. What words Chaka sings (and she sings brothers & sisters) is nothing less than delightful. This is a wonderful performance. Thanks for posting it.
I rarely get the chills like this, but hearing George sing with Ray Charles playing sweet ass licks on the piano, then you have Chaka Kahn going at it. This is heaven!!!!!! Thanks for posting.
OMG! This was so pure and pain raw talent on that stage. My favorite George Benson song. Wow Ray Charles just slayed it on the piano. Wonderful performance, i miss these type of real singers and musicians. Love it!
This one goes to a whole new level!! This song has always been special to me & to have Chaka & Ray with George & the chemistry is out of this world!!! The spirit & power is Amazing!!!
Diva Chaka Khan all over the place! her voice like a fine-tuned instrument recognizable anywhere and everywhere... i LOVE this sistah right here don'tCha know! and then we're blessed with the phenomenal stage presence of MusicalAvitarRay Charles and MA George Benson! ~_~ the melodic beauty of it all makes one forget all about the facts: it (♡) ain't workin'. saddest of love songs had me smiling inside watching this 😊😢👏 ... Chaka infusing the the stage and song with love and passion. (Mr. Benson seemed like he needed a little space but i was thinking that maybe he's got a woman like me at home and he don't wanna get anything messed up)
Greatness never leaves. All this magic on one stage. I was taught if you forget a step just keep going. And that's what happened here and it was magical. Made my heart sing. Love it
Great, thank you Chaka Khan, my beloved Ray, and George, deep respect, unbelievable performance, thank you for that music, it is that what I like most.
I am SOOOO glad I came across this! This trio was & is fabulous. I have always been a Benson fan, but to watch him leading & enjoying singing with Chaka brought such a smile to my face. It is awesome to see starts who just enjoy each others' time together. Thanks for posting this -
Magnificent, a once in a lifetime perchance, I loved it. There are some negative comments, but those are people that don't truly understand music. Two greats George Benson and Chaka Khan, coming together with a master Ray Charles, from different styles,groovin together and making music and magic. AWESOME, WOW!!!!WELL DONE!!!!
George never sang until Tommy LiPuma sent him this song to consider. Tommy knew the great Leon Russell from Leon's days working in the studios as an arranger/producer. This was George Benson's biggest hit so let's give Leon some credit here too for composing this beautiful song.
I would never have thought to put these 3 together
-absolutely magic
Speaking as a musician, for me, George Benson is unrivaled as a guitar/vocalist, no one in the world can even come close to this mans natural abilities.Both his voice and guitar playing are of such a high standard that its ridiculous. Benson has it all. Graham Daw, Yorkshire, UK.
Graham George grew up in a neighborhood called the Hill District in Pittsburgh Pennsylvania where if you google some of the greatest all time Jazz music players and singers came from, he is my favorite also and George had some great influences.OK my Friend.
drohegda Thank you for that. The guy is totally brilliant...pure class.
agreed close to perfect
+drohegda chicken on the hill from Will ... haha peace brother
I definitely agree with you there sir. He is truly amazing
Chaka forgot some of the lyrics but it's cool the way she spontaneously phrases they lyrics as George whispers them to her . and Ray on the piano is brilliant It's fascinating to see 3 legends at work.
Jiji but is just find
It looked liked she expected to sing backup only. I've seen "featuring Chaka Khan" so many times I expected it as well.
benson's alertness !!!!
No, she looked unprofessional to me. It is a standard. She should have known the playlist!
I agree that Chaka gets in the way of the groove. GB trues to help her, but her improvised singind walks all over everybody.
George Benson was 48 years old here....A legend
Please god never take dis off line
This was so beautiful. this is what we call music back in my days. George just tears this song apart. he has a beautiful voice.
The amount of groove this guys had back in the day was from another world. No one can match them today
But let's not forget the incredibly talented bass player Nathan East! Here's a perfect combo of four great artists
This happened on this planet, in our time.
Chaka was in a different city, state, country every day touring. She improv songs all the time. It didn’t matter what it sound like; that’s Chaka Khan.
Say that!!!!!
The absolute genius of Chaka Khan!!!
3 legends singing a song by a 4th.... Leon Russell's 'The Masquerade'...
Really wonderful George Benson! Supertop voice=Chaka Khan!; Charles ...a great Musician! Marvelous!
This generation needs to know what real music should sound like. This never gets old.
Amen to that!
lalocacubana Can u say OGeeeeez !!
Yes yes yes.
And just to think of how much WORSE mainstream music has gotten, 6 years later, since you wrote that comment...🥴
Have you ever enjoyed anything more than this, three top shelves artists absolutely brilliant
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paul jackson on the rhythm guitar, ray charles on the piano, george benson on the lead guitar cooolllll
Still watching in 2022...Goose bumps...wow!!..super talents out there!...so refreshing....thanks for posting this video...
GEORGE BENSON IS SUCH A GIFTED SINGER AND GUITARIST , HONESTLY NO ONE COMES CLOSE AND HE IS ON STAGE WITH OTHER VOCAL LEGENDS LIKE RAY CHARLES AND CHAKA KHAN TOO . A TREAT FOR US !!!!!
The improv parts seemed like they just knew each other for ever. No one stepping on one another. I like how George switched it up and just sprung it on Chaka (just a quick mention to her name) and she delivered just the most appropriate improv on the spot that inspired a rise in the dynamics right there. You get something a little different each time and this one was magic. Ray's first go at it had a really nice crescendo toward the end that the others just so beautifully picked up from, bringing it up that perfect notch of energy and springing the Chaka Khan upper range....then back to Benson's guitar/vocal tonal interlude of that effortless notes of legato duet'ing but with the conviction of "Yeah, here we are...together!"
What a prize to capture moments sewn together without a missing stitch on an excellent audio/video quality preserving the moments in time for keepsakes and for gifting to the next itching ears of generation(s). This is giving, this is owning, and these are the roots.
This Performance was simply amazing..3 legends!!!! Only Chaka can forget the lyrics & sing her ass off as if she didn't forget the lyrics. AMAZING!!! thats the magic of CHAKA KHAN!
Facts! All she got to do is holler 😂😂
I'd forget to if I was next to him. 😂
George tells Ray the song that they are going to do. Ray responds: "I'll follow." Their knowledge of music theory, chord progressions and of course their talent make it all flow together. What excellence !!! That's professional musicianship. They make something difficult seem easy to perform and that's why Ray humbly said "I'll follow."
Chaka has various moods, and when she's relaxed, euphoric and playin' with her mane and jammin with exquisite musicians, she gives the best impromptu performances.
Chaka Khan Moves my Soul!
Too much talent on one stage. Good Lord!
That should be a once in a lifetime performance!
OMG, I can't believe that I'm only now experiencing this, but pity the recording didn't include the encore. Wow ... and thanks ❤
Being a SINGER and love all Music Man you have said A FULL MOUTH FULL ALL THOSE YEARS HE LET THE GUITAR 🎸🎸🎸 DO WE WERE BLOWN AWAY THANKS FOR SHARING IT'S JUST ME WITH A BIG SMILE 😁😁 LOVE AND PEACE ✌️
I'm a big Chaka Khan fan, but I would have to agree. This tune is too smooth for that kind of screaming and high notes to be effective.
Boss Benson's got everybodys back ;D
One of my all time favorite songs. And Chaka's interpretation here swept me away. Three masters
❗️❗️
❤❤❤this song is my therapy i cannot be far of it replaces à visit to the doctor ❤❤❤
Baby Ray GB and Chaka it doesn’t get any greater than this!!!
Betty Carter called Chaka a genius at vocal improvisation. This is proof in the pudding. Chaka didn't even know the song but she came out there and wiped up the floor with it! There in NO ONE in contemporary music in 2018 who can do that!
Just like a prolific quarterback who can fumble the ball miserably but at the same time pick it right back up and score a big touchdown play
That's called being a season veteran
Benson, Chaka, and Brother Ray...
Big.
And like all the very best Jams...
Sloppy, Compelling, and Wonderful.
FANTASTIC !!!!!!!!!!!
Soul explosion...🎤🎼🎵❤
love this rendition get lost in it
Yesssssssssss! Legends all over this stage.
This song never fails to bring tears to my eyes because of its message and emotional power as two lovers struggle to keep a dying flame alive. No one can sing and play it like George Benson.
Marshall, this song especially sung in a euphorically dreamy style from Heaven tugs @ your heartstrings 🥰🥲
A tribute to the Late, Great, Leon Russell who wrote both this Music & these Lyrics (each exquisite on its own).
Even though Chaka didn't know all the words as some are criticising on here her still brilliant performance comes from her improvisational skills. She has what use to be called "swing" in her voice. And that mighty wail. ALL HAIL THE QUEEN!
Thats Right, ELLA didn't Always know the words
But it Sure As Hell didn't matter
osvaldoe her rhythm and unique timing and phrasing is true to her and the nature of jazz
SHE IS SUCH AN ACCOMPLISHED AND OUTSTANDING VOCALIST SHE DOESN'T NEED ANY LYRICS. ONE OF THE BEST IN THE BUSINESS.
@@stanchatman632 💯💯💯
@@genesisplanet3186 but Ella scatted
George Benson....his voice is soooo smoooth. Love him!
Even if Chaka doesn't know the lyrics, she is still great! and don't get me started on Ray and Big "bad" George! Royalty on that stage! ❤❤❤👍👍👍
one of the best taste of soul funk jazz, unforgettable musicians
3 legends singing together , Amazing performance 🔥
this is a great treat for the world to hear
OMG what a team!!!!! Beautiful
Crystal Brown NOT
a team
chemistry not there
Music speaks louder than words fantastic interpreter
Rays skill at ad libbing on ANYONES SONG is just priceless. RIP dear brother
This is something else.....loved it!
Yes yes yes! 3 geniuses at work! Love Ray, GB, and THE KHAN!!!
One of the best songs ever written and sung and played.
3 of the Greatest Musicians!
What an amazing talent GB has!!!
This is absolutely incredible. There's nothing that could measure up to how great this is.
Great talents in Fusion Jazz, Them Folks..Messrs Ray Charles, George Benson and Beauty Elegant Dame CHAKA KHAN...RIP ESQ. RAY CHARLES...MY RESPECTS FOLKS...KEEP AT THEM...FUSION MUSIC. CAPE COAST/ACCRA.
Chaka had some voice! It was a strong, tuneful brass instrument that could be equal parts powerful and sensual.
Wow I've not heard this in a long time. Look at all the entertainers. A very popular song back in the day.
Awesome tune from Russel superb performed!
Today's "mainstream musicians", could never 🤭.... sigh 😞
just can t believe that someone from planet earth can dislike this all legend performance..I mean Benson is like one in several million years ,yvette stevens her vocals are one of a kind and Ray the king Charles.
This recording is put Fire 🔥 Master Improvisational Instrumentalist!! one voice 5 sounds in one!!
who needs words when u got MuzaK!!
ChakA! GO!!! 😍😍😍
This was excellent! The art of jamming..... Of course so the kids don't know nothing about that.
What a gem... a treasure. Close your eyes and listen to Ray Charles piano. Amazing - all of them. What words Chaka sings (and she sings brothers & sisters) is nothing less than delightful. This is a wonderful performance. Thanks for posting it.
3 ANGELS FROM HEAVEN....THEY ARE NOT HUMANS.
This is the whole bowl of soup here nothing left out at all times played Ray sing it Baby
Pure genius. Pure magic.
This is what music sould sound for ever and ever
LORD,LORD,LORD!! GOTTA LOVE IT!! WOW!!!
Just Beautiful! Brought tears to my eyes.
This is so special, words cannot describe what I am witnessing listen to the great people. Maybe an epiphany.
Missing here the late GREAT Leon Russell whom wrote the song -- 100.
I rarely get the chills like this, but hearing George sing with Ray Charles playing sweet ass licks on the piano, then you have Chaka Kahn going at it. This is heaven!!!!!! Thanks for posting.
Tony Marinelli khan
OMG! This was so pure and pain raw talent on that stage. My favorite George Benson song. Wow Ray Charles just slayed it on the piano. Wonderful performance, i miss these type of real singers and musicians. Love it!
Agree
WOW. Mastery in Motion from incredible artists, creating. 🙏🪄🙌🏻🎵💚
Shout out to Ray Charles! Rest in Jesus Christ 🎹🎹🎹🎼🎼🎼❤️❤️❤️
Just three legends having fun jammin and sharing the love for music and performing ...great to watch!!
Never heard this before, and the three all did..... brilliantly!
QUESTI SONO DEI GIGANTI DELLA MUSICA. CHE SENTIMENTO IN QUESTA CANZONE.
Ray Charlesおとーさん、横でゆったり笑いながらコーラス入れているし、George Benson一人汗かいたんだろうなぁ(笑)大好き！
This one goes to a whole new level!! This song has always been special to me & to have Chaka & Ray with George & the chemistry is out of this world!!! The spirit & power is Amazing!!!
It really is awesome
I love chaka khan and Tena Marie
Ouffff.... Que de grandes voix !!! Et Benson le must.... Gratitude
Hell!!!!!!!!!!!!! Yeah Ray Chaka and George DAMN SO AWESOME Thank you 💙
To all you Chaka haters you hear George benson say "you got it right" and ray Charles say sing it so they where impressed!!!
They were putting her over, hard.
Nothing but LOVE, ADMIRATION and RESPECT on that stage!
You can see it, from vocalist; musicians, and fans alike. It's all around!
Diva Chaka Khan all over the place! her voice like a fine-tuned instrument recognizable anywhere and everywhere... i LOVE this sistah right here don'tCha know! and then we're blessed with the phenomenal stage presence of MusicalAvitarRay Charles and MA George Benson! ~_~
the melodic beauty of it all makes one forget all about the facts: it (♡) ain't workin'. saddest of love songs had me smiling inside watching this 😊😢👏
... Chaka infusing the the stage and song with love and passion. (Mr. Benson seemed like he needed a little space but i was thinking that maybe he's got a woman like me at home and he don't wanna get anything messed up)
...not lost
i keep good time ⏰ when it comes to matters of the heart... always choosing to stay in lock-step with what's real
Greatness never leaves. All this magic on one stage. I was taught if you forget a step just keep going. And that's what happened here and it was magical. Made my heart sing. Love it
thank you so much for sharing this Unique performance 🙏
My God!. What a performance!!! 👏👏👏
r.i.p. RayCharles
Legit live masterpiece.
Watch Willie, Ray and Leon’s performance on the latter’s A SONG FOR YOU. Thanks, Leon - for leaving us such beautiful melodies!
Great, thank you Chaka Khan, my beloved Ray, and George, deep respect, unbelievable performance, thank you for that music, it is that what I like most.
This is INCREDIBLE! Major goose bumps!! I loved watching George prompting Chaka with the lyrics. Thank you for posting.
I am SOOOO glad I came across this! This trio was & is fabulous. I have always been a Benson fan, but to watch him leading & enjoying singing with Chaka brought such a smile to my face. It is awesome to see starts who just enjoy each others' time together. Thanks for posting this -
Que importa que no hayan ensayado la canción, que importa que no se la sepan... Es una obra maestra y fue interpretada como tal. Geniales todos
Magnificent, a once in a lifetime perchance, I loved it. There are some negative comments, but those are people that don't truly understand music. Two greats George Benson and Chaka Khan, coming together with a master Ray Charles, from different styles,groovin together and making music and magic. AWESOME, WOW!!!!WELL DONE!!!!
great MUSICIANS!
Un Clásico con Ray,George y Chaka kan... adorables !! Yes !!!!
Geeze.. blown away.
She is great
Beat performance I've heard all my life
GREATNESS!!
+Renee Gregory - you said it - legends all three... just a shame Donny and Marvin could not have been there
Great Leon Russell song
What an amazing collection of talent on stage that night. It's like, I shoulda known Steve Ferrone was on drums!