Bobby Caldwell ~ What You Won't Do For Love 1978 Jazz Funk Purrfection Version

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  • čas přidán 2. 01. 2021
  • Bobby Caldwell was born August 15, 1951 in Manhattan, NY. He joined his first group The Rooftops while in his teens and then in 1970 his group Katmandu released an album.
    One of the few who listened to his album was Little Richard, who hired them to open for him in Las Vegas. This set Caldwell up for his exit from Katmandu when he joined the Johnny Winter band for one album.
    His next endeavor was working with Lee Dorman (Iron Butterfly) for another album. He moved on again this time joining Rick Derringer (The McCoys) on his All American Boy LP in 1971. He continued his association with rock icons when he played alongside ex-Yardbird Keith Relf in Armageddon for one album.
    He continued working with Derringer, Winter and Dorman, creating radio jingles and notably writing and recording the theme for The Mickey Mouse Club.
    Signing with TK Records subsidiary Cloud Records, he recorded 1978's "Bobby Caldwell" LP that gave him his sole Top 40 hit, the #9 single "What You Won't Do For Love". Subsequent follow ups received lesser attention on the pop charts, but his music was popular on the R&B stations. Caldwell thinks "that my album is nice, you can listen to it over and over, but I know there is nothing there that really sticks its foot up your ass." But this one is an earworm and it has grown in popularity as the years go on...his voice is the star here...
    He moved to MCA Records and began writing songs for the likes of Dionne Warwick, Peabo Bryson, Roberta Flack, Natalie Cole and Cheryl Lynn. He had a #1 pop hit when Amy Grant and Peter Cetera recorded his "The Next Time I Fall".
    Did you know that Bobby starred in a theatrical production of "The Rat Pack"? He played Frank Sinatra.
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Komentáře • 282

  • @sargonsblackgrandfather2072
    @sargonsblackgrandfather2072 Před 3 lety +168

    On behalf of the black community we claim Bobby Caldwell in the racial draft.

    • @htkm1179
      @htkm1179 Před 3 lety +46

      🤣👍🏽 But let’s be honest, ain’t about colour...it’s about SOUL!

    • @johnmilbourn8876
      @johnmilbourn8876 Před 3 lety +19

      We are one brother

    • @americafirst1282
      @americafirst1282 Před 3 lety +12

      What difference does color make

    • @htkm1179
      @htkm1179 Před 3 lety +9

      America First Well that depends on whether you’re storming the Capitol or not doesn’t it? 😔

    • @mrsoshadabaadman
      @mrsoshadabaadman Před 3 lety +18

      @@htkm1179 No its a bit from The Chappelle show. Look up Chappelle Show Racial Draft.

  • @jeffreygadson
    @jeffreygadson Před rokem +16

    Rest In Peace, Bobby Caldwell! August 15, 1951-March 14, 2023

  • @thomastarwater2989
    @thomastarwater2989 Před rokem +29

    In memory of Bobby Caldwell who passed away on March 14, 2023 at the age of 71. I was driven to check out DiscoCat’s refreshment of a hit that was all over the radio in 1978 and 1979. Here’s a slow jam that was very good in the first place, and it’s even better thanks to my favorite DJ. I hope you cats and kittens feel the same way after giving this song a listen.

  • @Nabinut
    @Nabinut Před 3 lety +82

    Songs like "What You won't do for love" is why I love music from this era. It wasn't about what the artist looked like, but how they sounded. This is still a staple on R&B stations to this day.

    • @ChildofYAH
      @ChildofYAH Před 3 lety +9

      I was born in February 1996, but Free by Deniece Williams, this song, and many other songs makes me wish that I was born back then. Music had more soul and passion back then, I absolutely love and respect this era of music. Nothing can ever replace it.

    • @captainkeyboard1007
      @captainkeyboard1007 Před rokem +1

      I feel that same way, too, since I was a kid during the 1950s decade. Skin color, age and all that outward appearance never mattered to me as much as great music.

    • @captainkeyboard1007
      @captainkeyboard1007 Před rokem

      If this is not a staple or fixture in the FM and AM radio stations, it should be.

    • @captainkeyboard1007
      @captainkeyboard1007 Před rokem

      @@ChildofYAH I am with you on this one.

  • @chantalgarofalo9542
    @chantalgarofalo9542 Před rokem +14

    He will be Missed. What a Talent😔🙏🙏🙏❤💛❤

  • @michele-oe8pg
    @michele-oe8pg Před 3 lety +67

    lyrics
    I guess you wonder where I've been
    I searched to find a love within
    I came back to let you know
    Got a thing for you and I can't let go
    My friends wonder what is wrong with me
    Well I'm in a daze from your love, you see
    I came back to let you know
    Got a thing for you and I can't let go
    Some people go around the world for love
    But they may never find what they dream of
    What you won't do, to do for love
    You tried everything but you don't give up
    In my world only you
    Make me do for love what I would not do
    My friends wonder what is wrong with me
    But I'm in a daze from your love, you see
    I came back to let you know
    Got a thing for you and I can't let go
    But then I only want the best, it's true
    I can't believe the things I do for you
    What you won't do, do for love
    You've tried everything but you won't give up
    In my world, only you make me do for love what I would not do
    Make me do for love what I would not do
    Make me do for love what I would not do
    Make me do for love what I would not do

    • @queenladybug1702
      @queenladybug1702 Před 3 lety +5

      Thanks for the lyrics ❤

    • @walomota5197
      @walomota5197 Před 3 lety +1

      Thx

    • @jackiebarris6710
      @jackiebarris6710 Před 3 lety +1

      I've been working on myself and all the missing anate anate my angels higher up.
      Your song has more meaning and it fits with galactics and Universals. Matt cohn Barbara's mckermich (wrong spelling) pliadians aturians us navy warfare disclosure. Taken off. I have 5 sites not able to reach or buy online us mail since??? Targeted. Thank you

    • @jorgepinho5159
      @jorgepinho5159 Před rokem

      Obrigado🙏🏿. Por isso que o "SOM, MELODIA, VOZ,LETRA E A MIXAGEM",traduz pra mim ,UMAS DAS MUSICAS GOSTOSAS DE OUVIR, VIAJAR E SE DELICIAR SE. OBRIGADO, BRAVO👏🏿👏🏿👏🏿🙏🏿🙏🏿🙏🏿🌺

  • @jamesmonroe7903
    @jamesmonroe7903 Před 3 lety +56

    One of the GREAT slow jams of the 70’s-now rejuvenated and expanded by the GREAT D-Cat! Another soulful success!!!

  • @Semiam1
    @Semiam1 Před 3 lety +24

    Bill Withers listened and nodded his approval

  • @ryale7174
    @ryale7174 Před rokem +7

    Rest in Peace Bobby. Your music will live on forever....

  • @mrf19741
    @mrf19741 Před rokem +3

    RIP, Bobby Caldwell. 😢

  • @Mpaige92
    @Mpaige92 Před rokem +3

    one of the greatest love songs ...ever

  • @laurahachem5952
    @laurahachem5952 Před 3 lety +13

    A Timeless Classic

  • @riverajose423
    @riverajose423 Před 2 lety +5

    Real soul music 🎵🎵🎶 of life ❤❤❤❤

  • @maricaphilpott6852
    @maricaphilpott6852 Před 3 lety +40

    The best music ever...OLD SCHOOL!🎼🎵🎶

  • @alohatrent7811
    @alohatrent7811 Před rokem +4

    RIP Bobby, you truly will be missed.

  • @AljIsHere128
    @AljIsHere128 Před rokem +4

    RIP Blue Eyed Soul Brother!🙂✊🏾

  • @smalliebiggs3836
    @smalliebiggs3836 Před rokem +3

    Such an Endless voice 🖤

  • @brianfowler3402
    @brianfowler3402 Před rokem +2

    Amazing song one of blue eyed soul R.I.P

  • @sharolddelilahkelly8005
    @sharolddelilahkelly8005 Před 3 lety +33

    I WAS HOPING THAT YOU WOULD PROVIDE A SUPER-EXTENDED VERSION: THANK YOU! ❤

  • @danaterrell3099
    @danaterrell3099 Před rokem +3

    Thank you Bobby Caldwell 🙏.
    Thanks for the great music

  • @frankiefrankie9019
    @frankiefrankie9019 Před 3 lety +1

    I born a 1970,listen this song 35 years.Greatest song of songs.I from Slovakia, have not worlds.Beatiful.

  • @GameShowManOne
    @GameShowManOne Před 3 lety +20

    I'm legitimately shocked you hadn't done this track already. Put this beast on and drift away for ten minutes, friends. Outstanding.

  • @ferny6509
    @ferny6509 Před rokem +1

    Thank you Bobby rest in peace my guy we all appreciate you G 🖤💚🙏🫡

  • @kahakookina2822
    @kahakookina2822 Před 2 lety +3

    The '70s were the BEST for music.

  • @Aspartamay420
    @Aspartamay420 Před 3 lety +20

    An Absolute Jam, Possibly A Banger

  • @FunkATeer-qk7hq
    @FunkATeer-qk7hq Před 3 lety +13

    I am melting all over the place 😌

  • @mamfreak3340
    @mamfreak3340 Před rokem +3

    R.i.p bobby Caldwell one of the best 👌

  • @startervisions
    @startervisions Před 3 lety +21

    My favorite...like Hall n oates with more r&b :)

  • @kevinlofstrom1799
    @kevinlofstrom1799 Před rokem +3

    God gonna miss you , this song will remain my favorite song RIP Bobby

  • @brianwood8878
    @brianwood8878 Před 3 lety +10

    A banger of a tune dont make songs like this anymore brilliant 👍

  • @walomota5197
    @walomota5197 Před 3 lety +7

    10 minutes of pure joy!!!

  • @adaracolon1640
    @adaracolon1640 Před rokem

    I had to play again they just don't music like his anymore memories never get old.

  • @cynthiabradley4505
    @cynthiabradley4505 Před 3 lety +10

    After all these years, still so good!

  • @htkm1179
    @htkm1179 Před 3 lety +12

    A great mix that respects the quality of this classic smooth groove! 😜👍🏽

  • @denisefields7233
    @denisefields7233 Před 3 lety +3

    Thank you DJ Disco cat

  • @nellymartinez2110
    @nellymartinez2110 Před 2 lety +2

    Thank you, it captivates and excites me every times I listen to it, excellent song.

  • @sabinerobinson3198
    @sabinerobinson3198 Před 3 lety +11

    Beg. Borrow and Steal, in my 20s. Now not so much in my 60s 😆🤣😂😹😆. Great song 🎵.

  • @teresamrakatau6230
    @teresamrakatau6230 Před 3 lety +2

    I absolutely love him his voice and his beautiful words of true meaning I listen to him many times so do my kids laxn right now with this sole music love it 💯 percent

  • @SkanTheNew
    @SkanTheNew Před 3 lety +13

    Thanks so so so much DJDiscoCat, I requested this song some weeks ago on the comments, I'm so glad that you made it up, this song is a treasure, keep it up this amazing work, greetings from Peru, you're awesome! ♡

  • @patriciaellison3606
    @patriciaellison3606 Před rokem +1

    Bittersweet memories of the 70's

  • @albertoponce1223
    @albertoponce1223 Před 3 lety +8

    smooth, elaborate, with the right mix of electric piano and horns. it deserved a longer version. well done! my respects.

  • @nataliam5031
    @nataliam5031 Před 3 lety +9

    Gracias !!👍👋

  • @naudianeels1328
    @naudianeels1328 Před 2 lety +2

    One of my favorite songs. Ever. ❤♏🔥♏❤

  • @Jockeylotforfun
    @Jockeylotforfun Před 3 lety +9

    Listen carefully to the horns at the out- tro, you'll notice something very familiar in 50cents "Big Rich Town". A little candy Easter egg for music lovers🎶

  • @joelgalvezparas
    @joelgalvezparas Před rokem +2

    Thank you for this Bobby. Vaya Con Dios

  • @TheMidnightGroove
    @TheMidnightGroove Před 3 lety +14

    Smooth mello mix as I look for the answer to the world's most famous question, What you won't do for love? Great job!

  • @patriciawashington9011
    @patriciawashington9011 Před 3 lety +4

    That's the jam...

  • @tsxdude2012
    @tsxdude2012 Před 3 lety +13

    TikTok users will never know what it was like to grow up with this amazing song. Thank you for your amazing work. 2021 is off to an amazing start. ❤️❤️

  • @daviddavis5631
    @daviddavis5631 Před 2 měsíci

    This song is one of my life's theme songs.

  • @gilbertogoncalvesmartins4362

    Beautiful ❤❤❤

  • @bunnyboy9408
    @bunnyboy9408 Před 3 lety +2

    Wicked tune

  • @sallym6424
    @sallym6424 Před 2 lety +2

    Love this song ❤

  • @aswanblack3317
    @aswanblack3317 Před rokem

    Thanks Bobby .........RIP 3/15/23

  • @josealfonsobotejara3045
    @josealfonsobotejara3045 Před 3 lety +21

    Tema de Bobby que son de los de antes, que se da uno cuenta que es antiguo, sin ordenadores, temazo me recuerda a Boz Scaggs, jazz fusion con soul, buenísimo.

  • @StephenSatterfieldTheSLSway

    Nice !!!!

  • @kimebron928
    @kimebron928 Před 3 lety +1

    love this song one of the best music

  • @XieYali
    @XieYali Před 3 lety +1

    The best.

  • @lucasr2030
    @lucasr2030 Před 3 lety +2

    Well I've listened to this now twenty five times. Thank you for another hit

  • @mildredbrown516
    @mildredbrown516 Před 3 lety +1

    DIAMOND 💎

  • @ceciliogarcia9569
    @ceciliogarcia9569 Před 3 lety +4

    I thought he was a black man as well. I consider this kind of music pure rythm and blues.
    Such a nostalgic time, when lyrics mattered.

  • @silviahelenafernandesalmei5174

    Beautiful song!✌️⭐♥️💙💛💚🌹

  • @eduardoboza1
    @eduardoboza1 Před rokem

    RIP, Bobby Caldwell 😞

  • @theKevronHarris
    @theKevronHarris Před rokem +1

    Reat in peace, Bobby Caldwell.

  • @queenladybug1702
    @queenladybug1702 Před 3 lety +4

    Happy Sunday family. I love this hit, it's so soothing 😌

  • @rustee2007
    @rustee2007 Před rokem +1

    RIP Mr Bobby Caldwell

  • @chariotwofilthy8374
    @chariotwofilthy8374 Před 3 lety +2

    Hi edagdwg thanks for sharing this story of what happens when you find someone you just can't do without only God can bless us that true gift stay true to yourself and others will always respect you love is real Linda j peace ❤️💯💯💯🌹💯🌈

  • @karenhallman6342
    @karenhallman6342 Před 3 lety +5

    What a GREAT New Years present!...Fantastic!!...Have Absolutely Loved this song since the first time I heard it in '78 (I was 11 years old)...Love how you've Extended it!!!

  • @andrejackson8270
    @andrejackson8270 Před 8 měsíci

    You can ride for hours pass up exits KEEP THAT BEAT GOING ON AND ON AND ON ETC.👍

  • @felixnorman9562
    @felixnorman9562 Před rokem

    such a perfect song!

  • @squalley
    @squalley Před 3 lety +2

    I’m just gonna leave these here 🌹🌹🌹
    Then one of these 🛎 😎😭

  • @vickydupree8871
    @vickydupree8871 Před 3 lety +6

    Great song and im feeling a little old this song always loved this one

  • @mildredbrown516
    @mildredbrown516 Před 3 lety +1

    Indeed ,concur ,have mercy

  • @lenawhite2815
    @lenawhite2815 Před 3 lety +2

    Beautiful🤩💖💖💖🌺💃🌈🏵🎇

  • @debbieblaylock9997
    @debbieblaylock9997 Před 3 lety +1

    I was a Sr in High School when this came out it's one of my favorite thanks

  • @rickieannholiday5178
    @rickieannholiday5178 Před 3 lety +11

    What a great song to start My First Sunday 2021 👏💖😇✌️💞

  • @efrainhernandez645
    @efrainhernandez645 Před 3 lety +2

    All these great jams r like sticky
    lucky charms all round my ❤ n
    soul!!Thank you 🐱!!🐱 👨 do!!!

  • @SunRaIV
    @SunRaIV Před 3 lety +5

    always enjoying your detailed information on the artist too

  • @rockybudgeboa
    @rockybudgeboa Před rokem +1

    RIP Bobby Caldwell :(

  • @TheBeagle58
    @TheBeagle58 Před 3 lety +3

    Hmm, Making today, easy like Sunday morning fantastic with this cut and how you extended it. another classic that has the touch that was needed, Kudos.

  • @RobertoTaboada-fh6th
    @RobertoTaboada-fh6th Před 6 měsíci

    Este tema me traslada a mi juventud y me hace soñar...

  • @stellabella5269
    @stellabella5269 Před 3 lety +2

    Awesome, thank you!
    💃❤💃❤💃❤💃❤

  • @mysteriousssstranger
    @mysteriousssstranger Před 2 lety +2

    I requested this from you and you came through. You are the real MVP, even all these years layer.
    Still a lifetime subscriber. And this is why. Best channel on CZcams.

    • @thejulieb
      @thejulieb Před 2 lety +1

      I was looking for this comment. 😎

  • @pntbtr
    @pntbtr Před 3 lety +3

    Had the 45 record and was in love with his voice!😊

  • @DLinton
    @DLinton Před 3 lety +11

    I already listen to this song on repeat for around an hour. What can DJDIscoCat do?

  • @alvoye20
    @alvoye20 Před 3 lety +4

    I got a thing for you and I can't let go🎶🎶

  • @amysullivan6077
    @amysullivan6077 Před rokem +1

    DJDiscoCat, I am currently playing this one on repeat because it’s just that dang good!!! 👏😻🔥❤️

  • @motoguzzi2399
    @motoguzzi2399 Před 3 lety +1

    WoW! What a jam!

  • @JeannieMitchellMyers
    @JeannieMitchellMyers Před 3 lety

    Love, Love, Love!

  • @aleccasto225
    @aleccasto225 Před 3 lety +2

    I was wanting to listen to this song today randomly and out of the blue i see DjDiscoCat and I’m like hell yeah.

  • @The69tomppa
    @The69tomppa Před rokem

    fantastic!

  • @hallson2917
    @hallson2917 Před rokem

    R.I.P Bobby ❤

  • @johnnyrosario5230
    @johnnyrosario5230 Před rokem

    RIP Mr Bobby Caldwell ❤😢

  • @sallym6424
    @sallym6424 Před rokem +1

    May he RIP 🙏💕

  • @rosedavila3547
    @rosedavila3547 Před 3 lety

    COOL SONG

  • @williamshaw9047
    @williamshaw9047 Před 3 lety +2

    Hey, it's that song played in every department store in the world.

  • @sharonkutz8272
    @sharonkutz8272 Před 3 lety

    Amazing 👨 Manahawkin you for the info 👏 👌

  • @thecunninlynguist
    @thecunninlynguist Před 3 lety +6

    HELL YEAH. I love this song! Been waiting for this one...saw you had posted it earlier last month, but missed out when I tried to play it.

  • @derrickfields8676
    @derrickfields8676 Před 3 lety +1

    Still sounds good

  • @mildredbrown516
    @mildredbrown516 Před 3 lety +2

    O ,BABY

  • @TyroneEpps
    @TyroneEpps Před 6 měsíci

    This version is hot !😊😊