I’m a white guy, but this song genuinely brings a tear to my eye, mostly because of the injustices that were around at the time & how important those lyrics were. There is something magical in the way this version is sung by Bob & Marcia, the perfect blending of the voices, the magnificent vibrato in the voice of Bob, but mostly it is the authenticity of what it means and the way the song is presented by the artists. It is a thing of beauty and one of my top 5 songs of all time … all the more surprising because I am a Rock fan, but this song is very special indeed.
What's amazing is that we sing this at graduations till this day. We sung this marching into the auditorium at my University's congratulatory program for the Black students. Then on the way out we danced out yo "Ain't No Stopping Us Now"!
Just dig those hand & arm moves Bob makes. And what a great outfit Marcia is wearing. Still have the original single and still think one of the best of the 70's. Lets bring back the 70's for a rerun??
RIP Brother King Bob Andy, Been blessed to meet and reason with him at Marcia Griffths' home in Kingston, JA in June 2011. We reasoned about his days with my mentor and his bredda Joe Higgs. He was such a humble genius. Condolences to the entire family circle. .
Hey everyone,, I've just watched Bob and Marcia on a more recent video version of this, singing together and Bob has his white locs, white beard, Marcia in all her finery, and they didn't miss a beat! When I see them here in this from 1970,,,, Oh my dayz I danced to this and bought the single,,, RIP BOB ANDY,,,,, We still love you and you're so missed ❤️❤️
DJ Soca Sam is definitely feeling Young, Gifted & I am most definitely Black.. Great Classic song - was always played by both of my Parents George & Veronica back in the day..
This is such a beautiful song, their voices really make it special in a soulful feeling way. Although written by Nina Simone, this version is the best by a long long way. The ska beat really add something to it. Basically I can't really explain, let's just call it a masterpiece!
As a white guy whose gifts are somewhat limited, I think this is a such an uplifting tune. Always liked it. It's in my personal top ten of favourite pop songs. I was only ten in 1970 when this was in the charts so, I was able to claim the 'young' part of the song once. Sadly no longer.
You're still gifted though to be able to love the song and not let 'white guilt / privilege' get in the way. Love, black woman, no longer young either!.x
@@michawill6599 What a lovely comment. My day wasn't going too badly at all, but switching on my computer and reading your response has made me feel that much better about myself...thank you for that. It is indeed a song that I very much love and will continue to love and enjoy until my dying day. And a great big X back to you, lovely lady.
It started playing as I was shopping in Tesco. Great song, took me back to my teens so of course I started dancing up the aisles. People gave me a wide berth, no problems with social distancing!
Reggae's breakthrough in the UK was epic in the early 70's. Even though Ska, Bluebeat and Rock Steady were a great music sub culture in the sixties. I love this song.
How blessed this island of Jamaica is to have so many talented persons coming from here , persons who have had a great impact on this world in all aspects.
This great record enhanced the presence of reggae in the UK charts in the spring of 1970. It spent eight weeks in the Top 20: 15, 6, 5, 8, 7, 7, 13, 18.
Produced by the legendary Harry J., of Harry J. All Stars' fame and composer of the classic "Liquidator." The original Jamaican Mix has no orchestra arrangement, it was added later in the UK release. Arranged by Johnny Arthey.
takes me back, sta press tonics, ben sherman, brutus , l loafers, great times, great music, never to be repeated, 70s, best time to be a teenager, ever
lewisner… She's was eventually rated as Jamaica's greatest female Artist, this song is only the tip of the iceberg for both, Bob Andy is Superseded by only Bob Marley in terms of Jamaican song writers, he wrote many, many great songs for Marcia, Himself and Ken Booth, if you surf Utube and punch in their names you will hear the Plethora of songs,, Marcia went on to join Rita and Judy Mowatt as Marley's backing singing group, also had a huge longstanding hit entitled ''Electric Boogy'' here in the U.S. unfortunately Bob Andy Died yesterday 3/27/20 RIP.
Always really liked this reggae string and drum arrangement, each verse being a variation on a theme. That tune could have got a bit repetitive, but the clever arranging kept the song fresh all the way through. It received a lot of plays on UK radio when it first came out, and was a favourite disco dance song. Seemed to do quite a lot better here in the UK than it did Stateside.
Absolutely adore this song my uncles played this constantly, and Marcia's cover of ''The FirstTime Ever I Saw Your Face'' is the penultimate cover of Roberta's original, so many beautiful Reggae 45s from the mighty Trojan label I was 6 years old my mum had me, my big brother and sister sing this, along with The Beatles ''Yellow Submarine'' am from Glasgow and songs like this got me singing way back then and still in 2019 and am still singing, LOVE IT!!!!
i,m 70 yrs old and white and was born in tredworth gloucester and was amongst alot of jamaican,s and african,s and of course alot of white,s as well and growing up i did not experience any racism what so ever. i did,nt even notice skin colour differences.there,s good and bad in every race no matter what your colour. over the years i have worked with some black carpenters and we used to joke with each other and the irish we got on great. people who are racists need to fucking grow up and see the good in people instead of listening to ignorant bastards and makeup there own minds. in more recent years i have worked with quite a few bulgarians and i found them good blokes aswell Speak as you find, thats what i say.And as far as Black music is concerned its Fucking GREAT ! Young gifted and black is a great song and i like the sentiment of the song ! Quite simply there is a lot of young gifted and black people , equally with all other skin colours to .I like them all. its a pity more people don,t try and get on with each other, life to short. kind regards to all of you , Rob from gloucester
They were shell shocked remember we were still running from the national front so lots of other factors how can you like and hate at the same time, than jah a lot has changed, Bob & Marcia got real guts
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I'm not young not gifted or black but I know great music
Grappig, swingend, en hemels leuke muziek en tekst !!
Yes star you know a good Tune that on the love
Brilliant song ....
Noel 🤗
Me also, but young, when I'm listen to such songs they where played in Our "young times" long ago
In the days when black music was good, the Trojan record label had so many talented artists.
I’m not young gifted or black but in 1970 when l was 16 this was my song Thanks for the memories
I'm neither young gifted or black but LOVE this song 😘
I’m a white guy, but this song genuinely brings a tear to my eye, mostly because of the injustices that were around at the time & how important those lyrics were. There is something magical in the way this version is sung by Bob & Marcia, the perfect blending of the voices, the magnificent vibrato in the voice of Bob, but mostly it is the authenticity of what it means and the way the song is presented by the artists. It is a thing of beauty and one of my top 5 songs of all time … all the more surprising because I am a Rock fan, but this song is very special indeed.
Superb song ....... these two were absolutely magic together.
I just love the joy and freeness they oozed. Bless the 70s.
Every time I hear this it really makes me happy, I've always loved it, one of my all time favourites
This song reminds me so much of my brother he used to love this song and sing it. He is no longer with us may he Rip😢
So sorry to hear of your loss, I hope this song brings back pleasant memories of your brother.💯❤
Memories of the 70s as a teenager.! Those were the days.. Disco Queens.! 😂 ❤️
What's amazing is that we sing this at graduations till this day. We sung this marching into the auditorium at my University's congratulatory program for the Black students. Then on the way out we danced out yo "Ain't No Stopping Us Now"!
A happier simpler time.Sadly missed,wish I could go back.
Just dig those hand & arm moves Bob makes. And what a great outfit Marcia is wearing. Still have the original single and still think one of the best of the 70's. Lets bring back the 70's for a rerun??
VauxhallVictorMan.. if only we could.
Of course 1970 was actually the last year of the 1960s.. but yeah..
What a superior feel good tune makes my hair stand on end .....makes me feel young and full of life's enthusiasm for the future 😜
RIP Brother King Bob Andy, Been blessed to meet and reason with him at Marcia Griffths' home in Kingston, JA in June 2011. We reasoned about his days with my mentor and his bredda Joe Higgs. He was such a humble genius. Condolences to the entire family circle. .
Hey everyone,, I've just watched Bob and Marcia on a more recent video version of this, singing together and Bob has his white locs, white beard, Marcia in all her finery, and they didn't miss a beat! When I see them here in this from 1970,,,, Oh my dayz I danced to this and bought the single,,, RIP BOB ANDY,,,,, We still love you and you're so missed ❤️❤️
Little did we know of the fame these legends would have in their separate paths. Rest in peace Mr Andy.
DJ Soca Sam is definitely feeling Young, Gifted & I am most definitely Black..
Great Classic song - was always played by both of my Parents George & Veronica back in the day..
Love the reagae version..marcia is gorgeous.handsome bob,I love his voice it gives me chills..beautiful song
Loved it then....love it now 💞
This is such a beautiful song, their voices really make it special in a soulful feeling way. Although written by Nina Simone, this version is the best by a long long way. The ska beat really add something to it. Basically I can't really explain, let's just call it a masterpiece!
Yes, this was played a lot in childhood, mostly by my Mum and Grandad… rediscovering brought a massive smile to my face… been on repeat since lol👍
Agreed ....
It's definitely the best version.
It is a Massive Masterpiece 🙏🏾
As a white guy whose gifts are somewhat limited, I think this is a such an uplifting tune. Always liked it. It's in my personal top ten of favourite pop songs. I was only ten in 1970 when this was in the charts so, I was able to claim the 'young' part of the song once. Sadly no longer.
You're still gifted though to be able to love the song and not let 'white guilt / privilege' get in the way. Love, black woman, no longer young either!.x
@@michawill6599 What a lovely comment. My day wasn't going too badly at all, but switching on my computer and reading your response has made me feel that much better about myself...thank you for that.
It is indeed a song that I very much love and will continue to love and enjoy until my
dying day.
And a great big X back to you, lovely lady.
50 years later this great song seems more pertinent than ever
It started playing as I was shopping in Tesco. Great song, took me back to my teens so of course I started dancing up the aisles. People gave me a wide berth, no problems with social distancing!
Good for you, I would have done the same , at the time of the release I was 6 and I loved this song so much and still do
Its April 2023 and I sang along with it in Tesco Bournemouth today! Fab song😊
This guys is voice is amazing. I love black music, so smooth
Reggae's breakthrough in the UK was epic in the early 70's. Even though Ska, Bluebeat and Rock Steady were a great music sub culture in the sixties. I love this song.
One of my all time favorite songs alongside Chris Farlowe's "Out of time".
RIP Bob Andy. Bob was a true legend who passed away yesterday, Friday 27th March. Thank you for the wonderful music xx
Such a positive,joyful song.
Brilliant track,brings back memories of my youth
How blessed this island of Jamaica is to have so many talented persons coming from here , persons who have had a great impact on this world in all aspects.
Every Black person should play this song every day🙏🏾
Love the joyousness of this and the orchestration
Its weird when a legend dies we all want to get a last piece of history. Rest well Bob Andy. God go with you.
This great record enhanced the presence of reggae in the UK charts in the spring of 1970. It spent eight weeks in the Top 20: 15, 6, 5, 8, 7, 7, 13, 18.
Still love this song 50 years on.
Cannot stop listening to this song.Played it for my grandaughters aged 8 and 4,they loved it.
Oh my, that bridge is the
Most beautiful refrain ever. What a magnificent song. ❤
This Superlative reggae riff Makes you want to just dance on the spot where ever you may be at the time 😁✊
What an attracted singing duet Marcia even today is still attractive RIP Bob Andy you will always be remembered in the UK when Reggae was very popular
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This is one of my favourite tracks of all time!!
outstanding performance love this song.Should have this music today.
RIP Bob Andy - 'Theres a world waiting for you'
Beautiful song ❤️,. Beautiful combination 👌
Fantastic, I loved this record, these two are brilliant.
RIP Bob Andy. Thanks for all the good times we had with your music.
RIP Bob Andy. You left us so many gifts
This takes me back to my teenage years !!! Still a classic
Rest in peace your music. Lives on bob andy
Hermosa pieza musical la recuerdo de mi niñez. Preciosa Marcia, Dios te bendiga.
love this song so much. Reggae days in south london and the lyceum, such great days.
Back then I was white, not gifted and young ,but I loved this song......
Back when there was real music
This messge STILL needs to be put out there. Plus, great rhythm!
Heard the Elton John version today and Shazammed it and then found this more perfect version! 🥰 thanks Shazam and CZcams! 👍🏻👍🏻
Rest in peace bob Andy, thank you for great music.
This song will reign forever, A1 performance.
The production in this track is outstanding, a great mix of the string section with different variations of each verse.
Produced by the legendary Harry J., of Harry J. All Stars' fame and composer of the classic "Liquidator." The original Jamaican Mix has no orchestra arrangement, it was added later in the UK release. Arranged by Johnny Arthey.
Beautiful, beautiful song and beautiful words. Re- release please!!❤❤❤
RIP Bob Andy, will never stop listening to yours and Marcias music amongst others
RIP Bob Andy, you will be missed but not forgotten!
Great song with a brilliant message!!!!
Listening in 2019 in Kenya to a track produced 9years before I was born wonderful
Top tune, shame the audience didn't appreciate it. 😒
I hear Some Hux Brown and Winston Wright playing here . Sister Marcia Griffiths is so darn beautiful .
Woke us up every morning playing over the tannoy at 5.30am in the Royal Navy training establishment HMS Ganges in 1972.
takes me back, sta press tonics, ben sherman, brutus , l loafers, great times, great music, never to be repeated, 70s, best time to be a teenager, ever
remember this song well, only seems like yesterday. love it
RIP Andy - Part of my Youth - Gone but not forgotten.
I was glued to the radio, 12 years young, when they sang this song! :)
LOVED THIS SONG..STIL DO :)
Gjtjk
The legends singing a legend's song..RIP..Sir Andy and the great Nina Simone..💝
Such a powerful song deep meaning
RIP Bob. It was a great innings indeed
Great message..classic
"I love this song even though I'm old, talentless, and white." - my Mum
Hahaha😂🤣😂
Music has no colour
Lol
You're still my brother though.
You are soooooo right Madam....
Such a Happy song in 1970.
I was honoured to have met you while in Jamaica! RIP Sir Bob Andy CD
My love my music my country men and most of all the inspiration of the music from Nina Simone redone. Beautiful!
Grande evolução.... Black music para o poderoso reggae... Amo
Wigan Casino...1970...happy days!
She is one serious beauty.
serious ting. that's natural jamaican beauty.
lewisner err was 🤔
lewisner… She's was eventually rated as Jamaica's greatest female Artist, this song is only the tip of the iceberg for both, Bob Andy is Superseded by only Bob Marley in terms of Jamaican song writers, he wrote many, many great songs for Marcia, Himself and Ken Booth, if you surf Utube and punch in their names you will hear the Plethora of songs,, Marcia went on to join Rita and Judy Mowatt as Marley's backing singing group, also had a huge longstanding hit entitled ''Electric Boogy'' here in the U.S. unfortunately Bob Andy Died yesterday 3/27/20 RIP.
Great song always loved it.
Always really liked this reggae string and drum arrangement, each verse being a variation on a theme. That tune could have got a bit repetitive, but the clever arranging kept the song fresh all the way through. It received a lot of plays on UK radio when it first came out, and was a favourite disco dance song. Seemed to do quite a lot better here in the UK than it did Stateside.
Growing up, still a amazing song and massage
This is a fantastic tune, makes you want to get up and move.
The world has lost another great. Bob Andy, travel on with the angels bro...
One of my fave reggae staples going top in London at this time Classic and pre-Marley thank goodness.
Two Legends Marcia Griffiths.Bob Andy rest up peace❤💚💛
this song for me is the best ever now 61 and it still sounds the same
Absolutely adore this song my uncles played this constantly, and Marcia's cover of ''The FirstTime Ever I Saw Your Face'' is the penultimate cover of Roberta's original, so many beautiful Reggae 45s from the mighty Trojan label I was 6 years old my mum had me, my big brother and sister sing this, along with The Beatles ''Yellow Submarine'' am from Glasgow and songs like this got me singing way back then and still in 2019 and am still singing, LOVE IT!!!!
i,m 70 yrs old and white and was born in tredworth gloucester and was amongst alot of jamaican,s and african,s and of course alot of white,s as well and growing up i did not experience any racism what so ever. i did,nt even notice skin colour differences.there,s good and bad in every race no matter what your colour. over the years i have worked with some black carpenters and we used to joke with each other and the irish we got on great. people who are racists need to fucking grow up and see the good in people instead of listening to ignorant bastards and makeup there own minds. in more recent years i have worked with quite a few bulgarians and i found them good blokes aswell Speak as you find, thats what i say.And as far as Black music is concerned its Fucking GREAT ! Young gifted and black is a great song and i like the sentiment of the song ! Quite simply there is a lot of young gifted and black people , equally with all other skin colours to .I like them all. its a pity more people don,t try and get on with each other, life to short. kind regards to all of you , Rob from gloucester
Brings back memories, thanks for sharing
A classic song, this is played a lot on radio,luv it
Love old reggae music
Christ, she's gorgeous...
Yassssss God! ✊🏿♥️🖤💚💛👐🏿I'm absolutely in love with being BLACK! I MEAN LIKE SOOOOOO PROUD! YA HEARD MEH
Beautiful!!!!!!
💕💕💕💕💕💕💕💕
They were shell shocked remember we were still running from the national front so lots of other factors how can you like and hate at the same time, than jah a lot has changed, Bob & Marcia got real guts
Takes me back to the school disco!
we sung this at my 8th grade graduation. 1976.
Love this song , classic I have to say
They sung it wonderful