They had the most beautiful Afro's ever in the history of music!!!!!
@smoothcandi1
8 жыл бұрын
DEFINITELY
@garealemcgill1865
7 жыл бұрын
lol ikr but the girls afro are actually wigs but it's beautiful tho
@traceymallard
7 жыл бұрын
Yes , the girls wore wigs.. but they probably didn't have too.
@KaiEliLove
7 жыл бұрын
COMMON SENSE Not wigs it's theirs
@garealemcgill1865
7 жыл бұрын
KaiEliLove no some had wigs the gis wear wigs cuz Olympia hair was straight and long
@mzyotruthnlove8263
6 жыл бұрын
They were so polished. Their harmonies and voices blended so well. Amazingly talented family and group.
@guesswhodunno5955
9 жыл бұрын
The Sylvers never got their due recognition. They were a great singing group - one of the best!!!
@roseeze166
5 жыл бұрын
I preferred them to the Jackson's
@donalddavis6689
4 жыл бұрын
The Sylvers Needs To Get Their ( Hollywood Star 🌟. )
@larrymartin9606
4 жыл бұрын
GuessWho Dunno ,you ain’t never lied!!!!
@larrymartin9606
4 жыл бұрын
That family definitely had it together!!
@onamemmet
3 жыл бұрын
Super talented, but as far as actual songs, pretty lightweight.
@michaeljones2925
4 жыл бұрын
Who ever thought that a song like this back in the day would speak today's troubles and pain
@marstonfobbsentertainment
4 жыл бұрын
Look at all that healthy hair! 💕
@HoSoandDivine
11 жыл бұрын
This song is so profound. How is it that Leon as a teen had the intellectual capacity to pen lyrics that are more relevant today than in 1971? People today pride themselves on being "awake" to the system will all live under which is now showing its cracks. Leon was singing about this hypocrisy when I was only 8 years old. "Never...will they fight their own wars"...truer today than ever. Really an amazing piece of music and of course incredible harmonies. Thank you Leon, again, profound.
@Jugivadi
2 жыл бұрын
That bass line is just totally perfect. Leon III, was the heart and soul of The Sylvers. He's still relevant to this day. Love 'em.
@carmenhayes8680
3 жыл бұрын
There was so much talent back then. I hate these brothers and sisters were not allowed to reach the high point that they could reach. So happy God put me in this era of music. This crap they have now is PATHETIC. Back then there was no plastic surgery. No fake bodies and some hell of talent. My FAVS...THE SYLVERS.
@aminahshabazz9905
7 жыл бұрын
This song is Black Power BRILLIANCE! Pretty Leon was a Senior in High School when he wrote this song! Timeless Classics like this will forever be true for fools!!! I ♡ The Sylvers!!! :-)
@coachrobinson9958
5 жыл бұрын
Leon said that "Fool's Paradise" was a motif that his high school history instructor promoted in class. :))
@NkrumahTure
3 жыл бұрын
Pretty Leon?
@basquait1
2 жыл бұрын
Cats really dont know how talented Leon was and is.
@tubucoco
5 жыл бұрын
Classic Fro's and great times! I miss those days! Another great and talented famous Black American family!
@melliemel32
12 жыл бұрын
DUDE! They are getting it!! This is a prime example of why I love 70s music. Plus, I was born in '75! :)
@bkrider19
4 жыл бұрын
Apart from the superb singing and compositions - the Sylvers had the best choreography and execution in the history of popular music. It's art.
@843Nappy-Jey
5 жыл бұрын
They were gorgeous.
@blackgoliath962
6 жыл бұрын
THIS SONG IS TOO REAL! Still relevant and full of substance Beautiful family....beautiful music
@melliemel32
5 жыл бұрын
True!! ~~Jesus is Lord~~
@melvinpruitt3907
5 жыл бұрын
Full of substance is right on the money. This and the J5s Man of war are both groups most political statements ever.
@ronbsmoov
11 жыл бұрын
This song is sooo relevant TODAY!
@smoothcandi1
8 жыл бұрын
Brilliant R.I.P MY LOVE EDMUND😢
@teetee616
7 жыл бұрын
To this day The Sylvers are one of my favorite groups with their harmonies and choreography one of the best in the business! This song is hot!
@jpenn311
10 жыл бұрын
They were out long before the Jacksons, just not as "the Sylvers," but as the "little angels"
@jonthomas8569
4 жыл бұрын
I loved there were more of them taking lead vocals. This is a truly underrated gem.
@guesswhodunno5955
9 жыл бұрын
I have'nt heard this song in years. Man, I wish they would play these old songs on the radio.
@Jason78857
8 жыл бұрын
Charmaine is just beautiful!!
@ronaldlawrence2229
6 жыл бұрын
THEE Sylvers! Loved them THEN, and ever MORE now! "FOREVER YOURS!"
@trinareeves9815
3 жыл бұрын
I was listening to "Misdemeanor" the other day! What a coincidence. The Sylvers rock!
@ericrainey8224
2 жыл бұрын
That song was meant for Edmund to sing before his voice changed
@TheDebgirl12000
8 жыл бұрын
I remember growing up and my friends and I would talk about them all day at school! We had their records, albums and posters on our walls! I am so glad to have grown up back then. The best groups!
@matildadhumxoxo5801
2 жыл бұрын
We did too. They lived on my street in the Nickerson Gardens housing projects. Success street .
@Imisstheseventies
11 жыл бұрын
I "LOVE" The Sylvers, but Edmund & Ricky, my two favorite!! Rest In Paradise Edmund Baby!!
@tiffanylandry8669
Жыл бұрын
The message in the music is absolutely timeless, true still today. They are an amazingly talented family that had some hard knocks and have yet to get the recognition they deserve.
@aminahshabazz7068
2 жыл бұрын
Such a talented, attractive and socially conscious Family!!! And the Afros are REAL too! Right on!!! ✊🏾
@sablesenegal7488
Жыл бұрын
Wow the Sylvers were so cool!costumes & afros were so on point!along with their voices foster was my favorite singer too cute for words!🎤🎸
@eternalthruchrist1
12 жыл бұрын
I like the way Ricky dances on this one, and Wish That I Could Talk to You...
@h2d127
5 жыл бұрын
My favorite group. Still in March 2019
@TheReneex
12 жыл бұрын
Leon and Olympia probably had their own mini fan club during high school!
@dme1016
4 жыл бұрын
The oldest of my 3 older sisters had that Olympia pretty. Still does. Love all 3, of course.
@jerrywashington8788
10 жыл бұрын
The Sylvers overcame a lot to make it to top.The unsung series on tv one,revealed some of their experiences as they navigated thru the mazes and the obstacles that came their way. I will always remember and cherish the Sylvers! :)
@theacarter8205
8 жыл бұрын
This song speaks volumes. They were my first concert at the Manhattan Center along with Kool & the Gang and Black Ivory. Will never forget it.
@jacbro33
11 жыл бұрын
This song is simular to Stevie Wonders Passtime Paradise which would be release a few years later....Leon sylvers was a freaking Genius.... This performance proves that The Sylvers was not a Jackson 5 knock off... They were the real deal. If they had the corporate push and promotions as the Jackson... They really couldve gave them a run for their money.
@Maegymini1317
3 жыл бұрын
AGREED!! No they weren't a jackson 5 knock out. I thought they didn't even need to say that. 🤔🙄
@titoadarylljackson7036
3 жыл бұрын
Yeah ok keep talking
@titoadarylljackson7036
3 жыл бұрын
The "ReAl deAl" headass
@NkrumahTure
3 жыл бұрын
They were a distinct group from the Jackson 5 that had their own style. No copy cat there.
@mercylago4744
3 жыл бұрын
The higher up people didn't want more than one successful, loving and talented black family taking up spotlight at a time. That's how I look at it sadly because their talent is undeniable!
@Se7endipity77
11 жыл бұрын
omg, they OWNED them fro's! perfect.
@afrosensuous
12 жыл бұрын
Always remember that back then it was common to have "family groups' in soul music. From J5 to Tavares to sylvers to Five Star. People listened to way more than the J5.
@jarrettcone8949
2 жыл бұрын
That's cool But the Jackson still dominated they sold 200 million records Where are the other Guys record sales
@therealsoulproduct
12 жыл бұрын
Ricky's afro was legendary in itself.
@silvrliit
3 жыл бұрын
I’d forgotten about this awesome song! Some seriously beautiful people if such a thing:)!🙏🏽
@PinkCashmere25
12 жыл бұрын
Wish I was back during this time, The Sylvers are too cool.
@djceejaay
9 жыл бұрын
Forgot about those dope ass dance steps they used to do. Saw this episode of Soul Train as a shortie...all the fellas talked about the show was them fine Sylvers women....had us feenin...
@ronbsmoov
11 жыл бұрын
I never tire of this JAM...! Great harmony, arrangement and then some! Very underated...!
@Rhiaanon
5 жыл бұрын
They are doin the thang and their fros were flawless!
@imbees2
4 жыл бұрын
NOW THIS WAS THE JAM!!!!
@charissew4798
3 жыл бұрын
This group was very underrated
@HoSoandDivine
12 жыл бұрын
Without a doubt, the very best family act in music history.
@feliciawoodw2027
8 жыл бұрын
i remeber when this came out this was beautiful song by the sylvers my youth growing up never will forget this song
@jamalgraham4561
5 жыл бұрын
the silvers stave steps were outstanding, love thier choreography
@polotrey
12 жыл бұрын
Charmaine is so beautiful. Just cant take my eyes off of her. If was around back then I would try to marry her. Women back then were on another level
@tiffanycurtis4794
4 жыл бұрын
polotrey BEFORE THE BLACK WOMEN BECAME OBESE OVERWEIGHT FAT BLACK FEMALES BACK THEN TOOK CARE OF THE WHOLE PACKAGE WORKED OUT ATE FRUITS VEGETABLES NOW I CAN NOT GO ANYWHERE WITHOUT SEEING A 150 TO 600 POUND BLACK FEMALE #SAD
@onamemmet
3 жыл бұрын
That's a body, for a 18 year old! Lord have mercy.
@titoadarylljackson7036
3 жыл бұрын
Lies
@dougconley
7 жыл бұрын
That's one funky tune right there.
@benefitsconsultingservices8718
6 жыл бұрын
This one is just as relevant now as it was in 1972 when I first heard it. That fact make this a timeless masterpiece!. You cannot deny , Leon is brilliant
@theguyonthecouch42024
7 жыл бұрын
I feel like I found a piece of buried treasure, or digging in the crates covered in dust in my grandparents attic. beautiful.
The messages behind this song man "...so busy trying to ahead that he starts to forget how to live." "...but never will they fight their own wars."
@MelodyMaker151
8 жыл бұрын
And in 2016, the words still ring. Says a lot about our world.
@PineapplesCoconut
12 жыл бұрын
"living your life in a fool's paradise" sing it charmaine!!!!
@curiosity7774
4 жыл бұрын
They were so underated.
@Frostgrl681
6 жыл бұрын
Besides being crazy talented, they were some of the most beautiful people, I ever saw in my life, and if that was not enough, the fellas are tall. Video does them no justice. They were positively gorgeous in person.
@audreydavis6500
2 жыл бұрын
How tall was the man's i keep try32 pyll up there height but it want tell there height i really would like to know
@JustGod7
12 жыл бұрын
true i think olympia was the best dancer out of all of them. her steps were sharp and on point especially when they were dancing to jams like this.
@wingchundragon
13 жыл бұрын
Lawd Charmaine at the right end was some kinda fine!!
@corneilmadison9436
4 жыл бұрын
You ain't never lied
@RJNumber45
4 жыл бұрын
WORD!
@jaymanix39
4 жыл бұрын
I gotta admit even though I was crazy about Patricia ,Charmaine was fine.
@samanthagrantpopsoulrbdoow115
3 жыл бұрын
love the 70s. love the afros. love this group.
@annettenorris412
4 жыл бұрын
Thank you❤✌🏿✊🏾🙏🏾
@tiffanycurtis4794
4 жыл бұрын
HANDSOME FAMILY I LOVE RICKY GROWING UP I HAD J5 THE JACKSONS PRINCE QUEEN DEBARGE POSTERS ON MY WALL MAGAZINES I STILL HAVE MY COLLECTION OF THESE PEOPLE TALENTED PEOPLE AND I MISS MY GENERATION OF REAL TALENT MUSICIANS AND SINGERS NO AUTO TUNE NEEDED OR SEX IN PERFORMANCE REAL MUSIC SO MUCH ITS NOT GOIN ON E BAY OR AMAZON ITS MNE TILL THE DAY I DIE ✊🏾
@ronmills1504
3 жыл бұрын
Simply perfect and tight... end of story
@RememberTheTime09
12 жыл бұрын
@ESSENCEOFEACHTHING That man has written/produced so many songs!
@delfra70
10 жыл бұрын
Remember my friend the Jacksons we're performing way before they ever hit it big as well. The we're not always the J5 either, they used to be called 'Ripples, Waves & Michael'. Both the J5 & Silvers started performing as far back as the early 60's. Those groups certainly didn't just come out of nowhere like some people think, it was a lot of rehearsing and performing around local clubs and talent shows for them, which explains why those groups we're so well seasoned at such young ages.
@Rhiaanon
12 жыл бұрын
No one had bigger fro's than the Sylvers's! They were such a talented goodlooking family.
@imbees2
3 жыл бұрын
Yess baby. Great music. Sylvers.
@kyronacox
10 жыл бұрын
The beginning is so tight! My mom got me on this. Good music
@stassman75
10 жыл бұрын
Whoever owns the master recordings to The Sylvers Pride/MGM recordings needs to get them remastered and reissued. Ray Parker Jr & Debarge had their back catalogue re-released on the back of their UnSung episodes. It's their time.
@BigDapPacino
3 жыл бұрын
So many producers have sampled their music...I hope they get their money!
@sashejames6949
9 жыл бұрын
Forget EVERYTHING about this video and LISTEN to what they're saying!!! Its SO REAL.
@vondaking5494
8 жыл бұрын
+sashe james...You are correct!! This song is deep & the words are awesome!!
@harryfrazier974
7 жыл бұрын
yep!
@kaywashington2769
7 жыл бұрын
Leon Sylvers is a Genius!!!
@RJNumber45
4 жыл бұрын
for real!... way ahead of its time...Leon Sylvers lll is one of the most underrated musical geniuses EVER.
@mrmaxxx94
3 жыл бұрын
The Sylvers had a strong black Anthem and harmony here,classic vocals and routine respect
@robertvelez8485
7 жыл бұрын
I had a big crush on Charmaine and she really has a very soulful voice and I am happy that she is keeping well!
@4zmusic
12 жыл бұрын
Classic R&B. One of my Favorites songs of ALL TIME. Profound lyrics that one can relate to in 2012. Fools Paradise.
@SonniBlack180
9 жыл бұрын
Man I love those afros!
@sharonsOff
10 жыл бұрын
I love love these ppl!! So talented and beautiful!!
@littleelsa323
8 жыл бұрын
Nice Afros X) SO Awesome!
@RememberTheTime09
12 жыл бұрын
Preach!
@hollidayevery
7 жыл бұрын
Cholly Atkins choreographed them. For those who don't know, Cholly choreographed Gladys Knight &the Pips, the Temptations, the O'jays, and a lot more. In fact Berry Gordy tried to get him to choregraph for Motown exclusively and basically Steal him away from Gladys and the Pips, BUT Cholly considered G&the Pips as his kids and refused to stop working with them. GK&the Pips even called him Pops. He must've loved THE SYLVERS also. They were always sooooo good.
@melvinpruitt3907
5 жыл бұрын
True statement, glad to know somebody else is in to the nuainced history of the music industry.
@corneilmadison9436
4 жыл бұрын
Jackson 5 choreographed there own that's the difference
@BigDapPacino
3 жыл бұрын
@@corneilmadison9436 Wrong...they knew how to dance...mainly Micheal from emulating Jackie Wilson and James Brown but they were probably coached by Motown better than anybody on the roster because of their youth...everybody on the label was coached on how to dance, how to conduct interviews, and the stage outfits were chosen to best suit their images that were created by the think tank at Motown...Micheal has said this in countless interviews...the Sylvers were better singers ...they had more experience ...the oldest 4 were opening up for Ray Charles and appearing on local variety shows before the age of 10...just when Micheal Jackson started to appear in club venues with his older brothers Marlon, Jermaine , Tito, and Jackie...to be honest, they all could harmonize but other than Micheal...Jermaine was the best singer in the group...he was singing lead before Micheal...Leon Sylvers was far more advanced as a songwriter and vocal arranger in his teens before any of the Jacksons had the freedom to write and produce their own songs...even then, Papa Joe had the last word...Leon helped make Solar Records a powerhouse from the late 70’s to mid 80’s!
@datnorfsideoflongbeach
7 жыл бұрын
i wish was raised in the 70's....the 80's were cool
@HUSTLEMAN2
11 жыл бұрын
JUST FREAKIN' ....AWSOME!!!! Never could get a SYLVERS FRO THO! LOL
@urbancommute5239
4 жыл бұрын
This song is very soulful.
@geoffreyr2356
5 жыл бұрын
This is a song that is on my daily playlist as we as a nation struggle through this current political climate. I believe Leon was 17 years of age when he penned this.
@DennisAllums
Жыл бұрын
18, he decided he wanted to get out of his family's current situation and bought a base guitar. one month later he wrote a hit song. He called it "Fools Paradise" = genius.
@mandarepeki1137
3 жыл бұрын
That bass is off the hook!
@desireebarnes1984
9 жыл бұрын
They had some great moves.
@bassistdc
12 жыл бұрын
I saw them live in Chicago back in the 70's. They played instruments for part of the show while singing. Thsy sang and danced with a backup band for the rest of the show. They were very good.
@solo5373
6 жыл бұрын
2018, homelessness, drugs, and the poor. We can thank the rich, and the government for this mass. In God We Trust yeah right!
@gustea2008
12 жыл бұрын
really listen to the the lyrics, this song is so under rated,listen to the message about the tricks that were going on back then and that still exit today, regardless of my view, great song !!!
@melliemel32
12 жыл бұрын
Leon Sylvers is a great writer.
@euphratesjehan
2 жыл бұрын
Loving their hair
@soulfunk68
9 жыл бұрын
Even though they had bigger hits in the 76/77 era than the Jacksons did, they could reach the same fame...loved them both!!! Still have the vinyl from back then lol not bad for a little white kid I was in the seventies
@donalddavis6689
4 жыл бұрын
Amen!! I Used Listen To Them!! Back In 1975-76 / .. Me & My Female Friend - Used To Sing 🎶 🎶 To Their Music 🎼 🎼.. Me & My Friend Shannon, Used To Sing & Dance To Their Hit Song!!! My Favorite Song.. ( Hot Line 🔥 Hot Line 🔥 ) I Used To Have My Somewhat Afro Like Theirs... The Sylvers Are A Powerhouse Class Act & Top Performers As Well.. P$. I Like Your Words Of Wisdom & The Wonderful Saying. Peace ✌ Brother. Soulfunk68.
@jarrettcone8949
3 жыл бұрын
Agree with the fame part Not even in 76 or77 The Jackson still had bigger hits Show me the way you go And enjoy yourself The other group wasn't Touching that
@kristieyoung6392
8 жыл бұрын
I love this song.
@jamalgraham4561
5 жыл бұрын
fantastic stage steps
@leftcloud9
7 жыл бұрын
yeah yeah yeah.... Afros are amazing.... I am MORE BLOWN AWAY AT THEIR 4 ALMOST PART HARMONIES.... constantly comparing them to j5 does do their talent and Leon songwriting prowess justice
@El.Numero
3 жыл бұрын
Amazing song
@charleshamilton9416
Жыл бұрын
Love the hair 🖤🖤🖤🖤💜💜💜💜💜
@littlejoe9381
4 жыл бұрын
Those ‘fros were really bouncin’ and behavin’.
@Snyckerbar76
10 жыл бұрын
In some alternate universe, people are lining up to see the second or third generation of this family, and "Leon and Charmaine" are spoken of with the same familiarity as "Michael and Janet." What a family!
@preciousbash3749
10 жыл бұрын
You are right about that. there a are a few Michaels in this group. What voices the men have. Jeeeez. THIS IS TOUGH!!
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