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Post by marcjm on Dec 14, 2014 1:37:40 GMT -5
I'm excited to see what this is going to be about.
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Post by Deleted on Dec 14, 2014 4:25:04 GMT -5
This will be the slowest moving chart I ever made. School, work, life. However it will also be the one I enjoy doing most. My Mariah, Aaliyah and Janet charts are basically in line with most people likes or dislikes. I have come to find out, my choices in Patti LaBelle are so very different.
Songs others love are much lower for me and songs I love are lower for others. I guess that is what music is all about! I might sneak in songs from my favorite album from her group days "Nightbirds" however I do want to keep this a solo ranking.
Patti Labelle the god mother of soul, the Queen of Voice and High Priestess of Good Vibrations is a force to be heard from. Her voice and manner of singing has always struck a chord with me. Nobody else quite sings like Patti. Very few sing with the passion and soul she does. Her lyrics are also something that is so underrated as she paints a picture with the way story is told. She got voice, she got funk, she got shade a true legend and humble too. She has paid tribute to many who should be paying her tribute. A true legend and icon in the truest sense of the word. We should adore her.
I like to do charts based on past greatness because while everyone wants to honor today's artists and the current hype. I think we should all pay homage to the greats who showed these singers, how to sing. The greats who paved the way. The music that isn't at the tips o your tongue right now but should be. Honestly if one person who is unfamiliar with her work, or is young can say at the end hey there was a song or two i really liked that. Then it's well worth it! She is too damn talented to not be heard.
*opening up my PM to anyone who wants to write in with their favorite Patti Labelle song and reason why. Plus one nice thing about why Patti should be remembered. I will use it if the song made the cut. Thanks and thanks in advance to anyone who is interested in following along!
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Post by Deleted on Dec 14, 2014 4:34:20 GMT -5
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Oh, People
Winner In You, 1986
The opening track of her 1986 album "Winner In You" and her 2nd single released. This song appeal to me is two fold. I really love the melody and the vocals of course, but more love the subtle and non cheesy way she delivered a great message of unity.
It received moderate success. The song is catchy, you can sway to it but still feel like you been taken to school and you kinda like. The world would be a place of dignity as Patti says if more people opened their hearts to great songs like this.
Plus in light of recent events,. The message of this song still holds a message that is needed to be heard then and now.
"Oh, people we are writing this song
We're all living these words together forever
There's no reason, we can't live and be one
Build the world that we want together
For as long as you stand here by me, we'll live on
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Post by Deleted on Dec 14, 2014 5:14:47 GMT -5
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Love and Learn
It's Alright With Me, 1979
This song is simply here because of how powerful her vocals are. Incredible and everytime I need a little pick up this song hits the spot. Her voice towards the middle and end just sounds like hurricane like force.
It is a love song of empowerment and overcoming, but the intro indictaes a church song. The vocal style and the feeling of being uplifted to me sounds like a gospel song disguised in the way of a love song. Then again everytime I hear Patti sing , I do feel like i'm in church! and I dont even go to church lol. Clearly a song that you have to be in the mood to enjoy, but one that I need in my life.
Its not just about the vocal gymnastics here, its about the musicianship. The versatility and impressiveness of her range and tone. How can you listen to her sing and not be literally BLOWN AWAY.
Gorgeous tune, really simple but well done.
While this was made in 1979 it was actually released remastered in 2011.
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Post by Deleted on Dec 14, 2014 5:16:10 GMT -5
Hope y'all like a little disco in your life, cause upcoming is funky, disco number that will get you shaking that ass. If you have one!
Bonus
My favorite with the Queen. You know back in the days the girls were more concerned with music and singing than feuds or twitter beefs.
Bonus
My favorite paying homage to the Queen. You know the girls back in the day had respect for each other.
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Post by Deleted on Dec 14, 2014 5:44:47 GMT -5
Random Chart Fact- A song that I know some really like and would list on their chart is one that I personally kinda find to be cheesy and corny. However since so many like it, just in case there is someone out there who would dig it and wants to listen to it. I dunno, just never felt that song.
New Attitude
1984
www.youtube.com/watch?v=QWfZ5SZZ4xE
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Post by #LisaRinna on Dec 14, 2014 9:40:00 GMT -5
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Oh, People
Winner In You, 1986
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Post by Deleted on Dec 15, 2014 3:00:50 GMT -5
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Release
Released 1980
A album track on a album that failed to see any success. A upbeat disco track that is well hidden among her standout and more well known tracks. However y'all know I love me some disco and I love me some Patti and when you combine the two you get a winner.
Not sure how Patti fans feel about this one, but I literally spin right along with the best of the dico tracks from Donna Summers, Chaka Khan and others.
While I love her big vocal moments as you will see later, I equally love her disco moments!!
Unrelated observation she should have recorded more Prince like songs, cause I can't get enough of those!!
The album version here. However below that is the reason why it became one of my favorite Patti's songs. "The Long Disco Version" >>>>>>>>>
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Post by Deleted on Dec 15, 2014 3:12:36 GMT -5
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You are My Friend
Patti Labelle 1977
The second single of her self titled LP. A gorgeous arrangement and vocal performance if there ever was. A melancholy type of song that has a way of just setting you soul at ease. I love how the song just starts of so sweet and syrupy and builds into this emotional and soulful force towards the ending.
Patti wrote this song and everytime I listen to it, I can tell this one had a special meaning to her. She poured all of her into it. Thats why all the subsequent covers of this never really caught my attention. This is Patti's song. Leave it alone.
If you can listen to this song and not feel something or relate it to something in your life. You have no emotions!
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Post by Deleted on Dec 15, 2014 3:19:08 GMT -5
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Stir It Up
Beverley Hills Cop Soundtrack, 1985
Yes my girl serving you pop teas. Mainstream Patti just like soul, disco, urban, hip-hop and everything else this woman did was just flawless. A song that hasn't aged well for me only due to the fact its so representative of its time. Only reason why it's lower on the rankings.
I just love the fun side of Patti! Its really a cute number and puts in a feel good mood. I especially love the chorus and the perkiness of it. Some might call it cheesy but hey the 1980's teetered on the fence between classic and cheese!
I love it, sorry!
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Post by Deleted on Dec 16, 2014 16:10:11 GMT -5
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I Don't Go Shopping
Released, 1980
Very simple why I adore this song, listen to it. A very classy and mature heartfelt ballad. Its a subdued vocal by Patti that for her is still epic but understated all at the same time.
This sounds like one of those classical songs from years gone by. Just a well composed gem in her discography that is often overlooked.
I love it.
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Post by Albie on Dec 16, 2014 16:43:41 GMT -5
^omg yes! Coo in my ear Ms. Patti - love this one!
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Post by Albie on Dec 18, 2014 10:53:47 GMT -5
P.s. I can't wait to see where "Feels Like Another One" lands. One of my faves for sure!
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Post by Deleted on Dec 18, 2014 16:31:15 GMT -5
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Quiet Time
Tasty, 1978
Another Patti song that soothes my nerves, calms my spirit. In the chaotic world a song like this that brings peace and tranquility is needed. Another mature, classy ballad with vocals that pierce through the hardest of hearts.
Patti has a way of making every lyric just jump out and grab you and slap you around like the pimp she is. Whatever Patti selling, I want it.
My favorite part is the hand claps and choir background feel. feels like a ballad that half way takes to the motherf**king church.
LIFTED and JOYFUL.
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Post by horchata on Dec 18, 2014 16:35:34 GMT -5
If "Yo Mister" doesn't make it on this list? I'll be devastated.
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Post by Deleted on Dec 18, 2014 16:36:51 GMT -5
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The Spirits In It
The Spirits In It, 1981
The song starts with a EPIC intro, Patti singing for the gawds. Then it turns into this funky sassy track that makes you wanna get up and get on with your life. She turns the production out with her voice. Uplifting, fun and ready for dance floor.
This is the song your ass should be playing when you wake up and want to start of your day with the right attitude. Or just before the club.
Come get grooooovy with me baby!
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Post by Deleted on Dec 18, 2014 16:42:52 GMT -5
Hope u didn't see what i deleted lol. However yes its on the chart. Just happy someone else likes that song!
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Post by horchata on Dec 18, 2014 16:45:50 GMT -5
lol nevermind, but yay maybe it will make the list. It's one of my favorite songs of many from her!
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Post by Landmarx on Dec 19, 2014 23:33:19 GMT -5
This is great, Coco. I wish more people would do these history-centric lists. (I wish I were as cool as you). I'm looking forward to spending more time with this.
It took a long time......
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Post by Deleted on Dec 19, 2014 23:52:26 GMT -5
Nobody does history-centric lists like you honey!  and glad to have your presence here xo |
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Post by Deleted on Dec 20, 2014 12:53:50 GMT -5
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Deliver The Funk
It's Alright With Me, 1979
Uptempo and bouncy. Like the name indicated a funky number served up with joyful expressions. This is one of those album cuts that has stayed in my Patti Labelle playlist forever now. Its a song that no matter what just puts my spirit in a good place. Gets me up and dancing and that is the point of music, to set a tone. Might not be one of the most important recordings she has made, we will get to those laters but its a song that need a little bit more love.
Patti isn't just a ballad queen, she has the versatility to take you to the fucking dance floor too.
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Post by Deleted on Dec 20, 2014 13:04:39 GMT -5
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Something More
Timeless Journey, 2004
Her 15th album and you could say it certainly is a timeless journey for Patti. A beautiful, mellow and of that time ballad. This is a song that i missed at first but over the years i have come to appreciate it for what it is. A perfectly sung, emotional ballad that immerses you into feeling what Patti felt when she sung this.
Somewhat trite and cheesy to some i suppose but during those times when you're vulnerable this is a song someone can latch onto and actual feel. Isnt that the whole point of recording music?
Also this song represents a spit in the fact to those who dismiss her a screaming diva, nah she glides over this song with restraint and perfect vocals, see ya later!
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Post by Deleted on Dec 20, 2014 13:12:13 GMT -5
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Funky Music
Patti Labelle, 1977
Recorded in the 70's released in 2011 another anthem of force from Patti Labest. Love the voice naturally but the production is so interesting. Just so funky, fierce and fiery! I feel like superwoman every time i play this. Like seriously this shit goes hard!
Equal parts attitude and soul and fully ferocious this song has gotten me through countless transit trips and woke me up to take charge early in the morning. Add this to your workout playlist you wont regret it. As you can tell i love me some sassy, attitude from Patti. One of her many sides.
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Post by Deleted on Dec 20, 2014 13:21:15 GMT -5
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Change Is Going To Come
Live One Night Only, 1998
Okay no write up. We all love Sam Cooke (to me nothing will beat that, its ingrained in my memory) , we should all love this version too. I will let the song, the performance and the live vocals speak for themselves. #breathtaking . Deserves to be higher in quality but keeping it authentic to what i listen to the most. One of those songs that are powerful and saying that isn't hyperbole. Holds so much personal truth.
As we sit here decades and decades after the original. 2014 and this song still holds true today.
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Post by Landmarx on Dec 20, 2014 16:00:06 GMT -5
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Post by marcjm on Dec 21, 2014 2:20:29 GMT -5
This is great! Keep the list going!
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Post by Deleted on Dec 21, 2014 20:08:41 GMT -5
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When a Woman Loves
When a Woman Loves, 2000
The Year 2000 and Patti serves notice the voice and the legacy is still ALL THAT! Another in a long line of beautiful love ballads. She is very vulnerable here and delicate and I love it. A late night type of song for me
This is when I still loved a Diane Warren composition. She had a heavy hand in the album and it showed in its classy and well composed ballad style.
Lovely song and great vocal didn't chart higher because well its unremarkable but consistent for me.
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Post by Deleted on Dec 21, 2014 20:10:02 GMT -5
Some of you might be asking where the hell is material from her successful flashy and divine LaBelle days. I want to do a separate chart for her group days. There is enough solo Patti classics upcoming but OH MY GOD when you combine that with her Labelle days watch out.
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Post by Deleted on Dec 21, 2014 20:20:55 GMT -5
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I'll Stand By You
Classic Moments, 2005
Ok, Pretenders great original everyone else who has covered this good job. However imo nobody has sung this song the way Patti has. I'm also inclined to tag the one poster who posted a vocal from Taylor Swift with the caption " YASSS SANG BEST VOCALS EVA!" and have them be saved here, today.
To call this a power ballad is a disservice to how amazing Patti Labelle made. She put her foot it, evoked emotion on a song that I might otherwise not feel. She sung with conviction and beauty. One of my favorite moments when a icon and legend who came before Destiny Child, humbled herself and paid tribute to them. Think of the ego less lesson in that. She earned my respect because this woman always treated the arts as something to be respected and she loves everyone who does the same.
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