She literally, and this is no exaggeration, sounds like an angel singing this song. Her voice has something truly special within it.

@ATOM09

8 жыл бұрын

+Alex Chen It is an exaggeration because you've never heard an angel sing. Just say she sounds good singing this song.

@alexchen8565

8 жыл бұрын

ATOM09 I'll just say what I want to thank you.

@ATOM09

8 жыл бұрын

Alex Chen lol ok but you've removed all doubt.

@naimmuslimodom6102

8 жыл бұрын

hott like fire

@johncunningham1797

4 ай бұрын

FACTS

This song is beautiful. I like all versions: Curtis Mayfield. Gladys Knight, Angie Stone and Lauren Hill. The words are poetry in love

@paulettemorris2808

2 жыл бұрын

I said the same thing.. named all who sings this Beautiful poetry But i think Lauryn could have done a tid better..

@l.lockleer8836

2 жыл бұрын

Lady-t-Michelle, this was so well written to acknowledge Mr. Mayfield's genius, and the talent of these other fine artists! Oh, you forgo to mention Aretha Franklin, and it was chosen for the closing scene in "Jumping the Broom"..

@ChefNaiCook

2 жыл бұрын

First time I’m hearing this I love it and Curtis Mayfield’s version ! Nai Palm’s version is so beautiful too 🤩Going to listen to Gladys Knight, and Angie Stones version next !

@joannberzat7920

2 жыл бұрын

💕💕💕💕💕💕💕

@Mf-ytchannel

Жыл бұрын

Nai Palm’s version, enjoy.

Three people Curtis Mayfield, Gladys Knight & Lauryn Hill & they all sound good.

this version.....feels like it wraps around you like fine silk.....feels like melted butter on Sunday morning biscuits.....feels like a summer breeze down a country road.....feels like....

@shar1202

6 жыл бұрын

I love your expression....

@FreedomFightwear

5 жыл бұрын

Couldn’t have said it better 🙏🏽✨ Ps if that’s avocado toast in the pic ,I fw it.. plant based life

@allchi-mist1770

5 жыл бұрын

@@FreedomFightwear plant based life !

@upbeat3139

4 жыл бұрын

Just seeing this Bruh. Luv your take! this is Lauren Greatest renditon of a Legendary Classic! RIP Sistah Diannah Caroll! The true definition of a queen in this movie.

@devonteblake5082

4 жыл бұрын

Damn it 😎

Curtis Mayfield.... was smiling from beyond when she sang this.... how could he not..... simply beautiful Lauryn......

@Betterthantelly

4 жыл бұрын

Well said, King Curtis.

@anpewiale

4 жыл бұрын

Stole your words. God job

@Atlantisboi77

3 жыл бұрын

I couldn’t have said this any better praise God! 👏🏿👏🏿👏🏿👏🏿👏🏿👏🏿

@cliftonh4599

3 жыл бұрын

Qqqq

@cliftonh4599

3 жыл бұрын

Q

GOOD LAWD!!!!!! TALK ABOUT A JAW-DROPPING REMAKE!!!!!! Curtis is probably somewhere in Heaven smiling from ear to ear. That Lauryn Hill has always been an amazing vocalist.

@calebtann2693

3 жыл бұрын

Facts

And she did this cover totally RAW with no studio help,& she sounds like an pure 😇!!!

Just the simplistic levels of her voice makes me cry, just beautiful

@Smartsherron2907

Жыл бұрын

OMG me too

@brenda9410

Жыл бұрын

😊😊😊

@astott7

11 ай бұрын

Same 👌🏿

Her voice is so incredible. I have not found any female who can match her vocals. So inspirational.

When a poetess sings a poet's song it sounds like this. Thank you Lauryn for singing, and Curtis for writing! My second favorite version right behind Gladys, and that is saying a lot!

@christineharris5406

9 ай бұрын

These are the makings of you.!!!!. Of course, the original creator of their crafts will always be rejuvenate to a New realm. Thanks Lauren Hill. You always hold a high respect for your musical gift. Queen Lauren Hill. Peace.

@sereneamani1713

9 ай бұрын

@@christineharris5406 So glad ones are still listening to this great music

And she's doing this without the help of studio-level acoustics and mastering. Open-air mic and she still pushes her range to her limits. Powerful. -- _the Boogie of the eL_ -- nuf said

@benjaminemery9018

7 жыл бұрын

YuDuTheMath Ive always thought it was better without the studio touch. It's sounds more human.

@glewhite9395

6 жыл бұрын

YuDuTheMath glen

@dannisv

6 жыл бұрын

She's perfect! ❤

@kingandrewlukelevy1865

4 жыл бұрын

YuDuTheMath I’m male singer. Lauren Hill four, octave vocal range & ad-lib. The best everrr.🙏🏾.

@terreciakennedy3265

4 жыл бұрын

My girl. 4 eva

I had no idea Lauryn covered this song. This is absolutely beautiful. Beautiful and tender and so poetic.

Although Curtis Mayfield is the poet and Father of the original and best version, Ms Hill ROCKED her interpretation!

@MrScrapdog

5 жыл бұрын

Actually Gladys Knight sang it better .

@terreciakennedy3265

3 жыл бұрын

Rocked it. No one could funk it better. Other then Curtis himself.

she poured her soul into this, I love it.

@glewhite9395

6 жыл бұрын

aqueenfromphilly glen

Damn Lauryn we need you back...NOW!!!!!!!!!!!!!

@khajahkool

8 жыл бұрын

Xackly!

@robertmcintosh4438

7 жыл бұрын

khayree jannah

@stormyblu_nyc3006

6 жыл бұрын

MY WORDS EXACTLY...

@margiebooker726

6 жыл бұрын

patrick taylor yes

@DivinelyLyra

4 жыл бұрын

2019

no gimmicks just real talent.

I don't care who you think you are, listening to Curtis or Lauren sing this record, will definitely make you cry. I had a moment while listening to this and watching my son. I couldn't hold back

@feliciabuckner8214

7 жыл бұрын

aww how sweet.

@devynabdullahbush3281

7 жыл бұрын

Bac Hand I was wiping off the tears as I read that comment lol

@barbaraporterfield3916

5 жыл бұрын

Gladys night blew this song also

@terreciakennedy3265

4 жыл бұрын

Yes it makes me smile and cry while thinking of my babies esp when Curtis sings it.

@shawngrate378

4 жыл бұрын

How you leave GLADY'S out that equation Family? Lol

🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽 Lauren Hill flowed on it like water👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽

This...is the most beautiful song I have heard............................Jesus Christ.....

@Kicking_Crow

8 жыл бұрын

Find the version by Curtis Mayfield.

@desireemccall3651

8 жыл бұрын

this Curtis Mayfield song

@tiasoserious

7 жыл бұрын

loose ends

@rashidrourk2954

7 жыл бұрын

Gladys Knight has a version as well.

@thenewtowncryer

7 жыл бұрын

Curtis live 1971 version

That tone!!!

What a voice....you can't duplicate it.

Ms Lauryn did a fine job with this classic. Her voice, with its nuances, is perfect for this cover. She's a natural fit! Mr. Curtis's rendition is still my fav. though!

@glewhite9395

6 жыл бұрын

Kathy Gabriel glen

Lauryn is an amazing artist. Her album is still relevant after all these years. Great cover of this song!!!

@glewhite9395

6 жыл бұрын

Black Reign glen

I have been a massive fan of Curtis Mayfield for over 30 years and this is probably my favorite of all of his songs. never knew this version existed. I am not a fan of covers or remakes but she did this beautifully.

@gabrielmillines5160

7 жыл бұрын

Nick Pernet Say it again! LOL

@Nick-AngelpeodSeaxisc

7 жыл бұрын

Gabriel Millines ?

@gabrielmillines5160

7 жыл бұрын

That she did the cover version beautifully. It just means that I agree with you.

@Nick-AngelpeodSeaxisc

7 жыл бұрын

Gabriel Millines ok cool

@catsmeow9025

6 жыл бұрын

You need to listen to Slyleena Johnson's cover of it; Lauren and Syleena have AMAZING vocals!!!

I miss Lauryn being in the industry man we need her. She was too real 4 the game smh

@AntonDApoet

8 жыл бұрын

yup and still is

@glewhite9395

6 жыл бұрын

Julius Lewis glen

@glewhite9395

6 жыл бұрын

Julius Lewis:glen

I'm over here in tears....Omg this is beautifully sung...

@leebetts5562

9 жыл бұрын

My Lady Feel What Your Say'n and I'm a Grow Man!!! This is Song is Song So Beautiful, The Live Music. My Lady I Was at The Live. An I just Could Help The Tears From Falling...

@robertmcintosh4438

7 жыл бұрын

Lee Betts

@miguelinafrizzell4655

6 жыл бұрын

Love this song . Love Lauryn

When I need to cry, I come here.

WOW, she did a great job. I'm sure Curtis Mayfield approves❤

For my son...Oh, how I love you. You are my gift from God. This song is for you.

@ceceliajohnson66

4 жыл бұрын

The love of a son is so deep ❤️

@binky1339

2 жыл бұрын

YES MA'AM......I CONCUR

For my generation who searches for lyrics. Lyrics that quality I don't see too much these days. So, here you go: Add a little sugar, honeysuckle And a great big expression of happiness Boy, you couldn't miss With a dozen roses Such will astound you The joy of children laughing around you These are the makings of you It is true, the makings of you The righteous way to go Little one would know Or believe if I told them so You're second to none The love of all mankind Should reflect some sign of these words I've tried to recite They're close but not quite Almost impossible to do Reciting the makings of you

Not all song can b remade. She did well. Carries the same emotional intensity. I couldn't find the one great love of my life till 35 years later and late. I shed a tear when I think of her and hear this song as I remember my one great love.

@sylviawilliams7234

3 жыл бұрын

You’re a gorgeous man

@junemccullum2144

3 жыл бұрын

I hear you on that but try also 45 yrs later ❤❤❤ & thankfully, not late! No disrespect to you 🙏🏾

Somewhere there should be for all the world to seeA statue of a fool made of stoneThe image of a man who let love slip through his handsAnd then just let him stand there all aloneAnd there on his face a gold tear should be placedTo honor the million tears he's criedAnd the hurt in his eyes would show so everyone would knowConcealed is a broken heart insideSo build a statue and oh build it highSo that all can seeThen inscribe the world's greatest foolAnd name it after me

I played this version at my 2-day-old, granddaughters' "Homegoing" services! It was between this & Slyeena Johnson's (also beautiful) version! This is the 1st time I have listened to this song 🎵 since 2018! Today is her sister's 1st birthday 🎂! I'm just reminiscing on her sweet spirit & celebrating the gift of the abundance of life (I have twin granddaughters due in January & another grandbaby (I think/ feel it's a boy) due in April! God is still faithful to a thousand generations... Deuteronomy 7:9 ❤️🙏🏽🦁❤️ 👶🏽👏🏽!!!

Really nice version of a great classic.

She sang that song beautifully.

great taste Lauryn Hill... beautiful remake of this song, by the late, great, Curtis Mayfield and also sung by Gladys Knight and the Pips. not everybody can sing this song, like its suppose to, but you and Gladys, got it!

@junemccullum2144

3 жыл бұрын

They most certainly do!

@faithful31us

3 жыл бұрын

Aretha sung her version. I think they added another verse

LAURYN HILL PUT THE HURT ON THIS SONG

She is 2nd to none 👑

Not bad, Lauryn. This is not an easy song to cover but you did a creditable job. I think Curtis would be proud!

So beautiful. The lyricism, tendness and vulnerability of Lauren's voice is amazing . It adds beauty to anything she sings. Very seldom are the remakes as beautiful as the original versions, but her version is as beautiful as Curtis's original version..

@natashachange6770

10 ай бұрын

Check out Tamar Braxton she covered and killed it too!!😊👍🏼✨️✨️✨️✨️✨️

I was truly fascinated by Gladys Knight and the Pips version of this song. I believe the CD will be lying somewhere in my shelf....the good and glorious 70's

She did this with so much grace and class.

@glewhite9395

6 жыл бұрын

teshawna.renae glen

ABSOLUTELY LOVE THIS VERSION OF CURTIS MAYFIELD's CLASSIC - "The Makings of You" -- One of my older brother (he has now passed -- R,I.P "Big Bro") would bring home all the latest and greatest music when he was in college at Virginia State in Petersburg, VA. Th

Something about hearing Lauryn Hill sing the word 'righteousness' just FEELS SO GOOD...

This woman is a queen !

She is talented......beyond compare.

If I could stop my tears from falling, I could respond. ❤️ I love all three 💘

How does the soul of such a young person express such power and "understanding" of the lyrics? I am amazed at the power of man and his artistry.

@joannamowat7406

3 жыл бұрын

What about power of women?

@joannamowat7406

3 жыл бұрын

I don't get it when did she make this come out when she was young??

@atlienrider6048

Жыл бұрын

@@joannamowat7406 Yes, of course. You all have done an outstanding job of beautifying our world. Thank you.

@atlienrider6048

Жыл бұрын

@@joannamowat7406 Not sure.

One of the greatest songs ever written and there are many. A woman who sings this is the type of woman I’d love to meet. Please forgive me I hadn’t realised how brilliant she is.

Soulful songstress!!...Lauryn has such beautiful vocals. God bless you Lauryn.

Loved Angie Stones version too. Soul sisters that can lift the spirits and make them soar. Thank you ladies

The love of all mankind

2 Classics Lauryn and Curtis 🎤

Wow, She has the voice of an angel.

I've heard a lot of people sing this song. Gladys just send me to another level. She killed it.

Listening in 2020 ❤ God Bless Lauryn Hill

The righteous way to go...this is what I aspire to, what I want my life to be about! Love this song!

WOW!!! I know she would have made Curtis Mayfield happy!!!

@kmccullum-tyrell5523

9 жыл бұрын

lima bima Yes she would. Gladys Knight did a great job singing it too.

@GolGaooo

9 жыл бұрын

lima bima they both made aretha happy though))

@alexchen8565

8 жыл бұрын

+GolGaooo Uhm... it's not even her song. And as a huge Aretha fan, I think Syleena Johnson's, Curtis', Gladys', and Lauryn's stand before hers. She is very known for taking covers and expanding on them, but with this song, it seemed self indulgent. #justmytwocents

@alicecolson9404

7 жыл бұрын

proud of you love you grandma

@helenconnell2114

7 жыл бұрын

lima bima ppl ivy

She has a voice of purity gold respect sis love an respect always mrs hill

The epitome of beauty.. Looks, voice, & spirit.

This is song just hurts so much. How much can a heart bear. love of all mankind is too much for one heart.

Yaaasssss L boogie Yaaaaassssss!!! Never heard this version. One of my favorite songs of all time.❤❤❤

Damn. Dropped tears almost as soon as she sang. Beautiful.

Laryn hill ..........forever

Lauryn, sing! SING.

@junemccullum2144

3 жыл бұрын

SANG!!!!

Props to Sister Lauren for providing this fitting Tribute. Brother Mayfield like so many Icons are rarely appreciated while here in our midst. He was a Lyrical Genius who contributed to the Music Industry in a profound way. His body of work was voluminous and relevant even in our Common Era. I miss his Consciousness and his gentle delivery. I'm 61yrs old and my childhood and teen years were filled with his Music via my father's tastes.. Miss Hill.....I salute you and thank you for preserving a Classic which is worthy of more airtime.

"You're second to none" 🔥Yes people she's talking to you PRAISE GOD🤍 Lauryn..😌 Very Good Music❤️

Amazing... Makes us remember why Lauryn Hill was... IS..so great!

My mother used to keep this song on repeat and I innerstand why….what beauty enjoy your heaven I love you!

This Joy Of One Wonderful Song. Brings Such Lovely Memory's Of My Mother. Growing Up as a Kid at 5 or 6 I Be Leave. My Lovely Mother Just Running House at night. Cooking and Cleaning. With Me and Sister and Also All My adorable Cousins. Just Enjoying The Whole Night With Mouth Watering Food Fresh From The Hot Oven. Stove Top Food Also Smelling So Tasteful That You Have Too Ask, "Is It Ready, Is It Ready MAMA." I Can Remember at That age Just Feeling So Overwhelm With LOVE and as My Family All Share The Same Happiness. As We All Celebrate One Family Dinner I Couldn't Forget This Life Time Or The Next. But That Entire Night I Could Not Take My Mother Eyes Off Her. As I Just Kept On Looking at My Mother With Complete Stock Of Tons Of The Highest Amazement. As I Say Too Myself My Mother is ONE Wonderful Woman. An I'm So Damn Greatful She is My MAMA. So When I hear This POWERFUL SONG. It Comes With a Meaning That Hits My Heart and I Know What Woman Comes Too My Mine. An I Have Express My Feelings Too My Mother about This Song. "I LOVE YOU MAMA"

@OnyxCMB

9 жыл бұрын

Thats do beautiful, brought even more tears to my eyes...

@queenkay8563

9 жыл бұрын

I love how music takes us to such peaceful places.

Sir Curtis Mayfield. Genius. R.I.P. See you when I get there

SHE IS THE GREATEST ARTIST EVER TO ME SUCH INNOVATION AND INSPIRATION THANKS LAURYN FOR BLESSING US WITH YOUR GIFT

Sing baby come on thru

I can't stop listening to this!!

@paperchaser5214

6 жыл бұрын

toyabush repeat all day 😮

Such a beautiful, Beautiful song being sung by an angel.....cherish your culture people.

Gladys Knight killed this song. It touches your soul.

@jasmineanaya57

6 жыл бұрын

Kimani Cadney I agree with you!!! Gladys Knight Truly brings out this song like no other. 🙏🏼

@earthangel6858

5 жыл бұрын

Yes...Curtis too. This version makes me want to cry...the other 2 versions make my heart want to burst with love.

@ayot6

4 жыл бұрын

I’m a huge lauryn hill fan but Gladys rendition made it magical

@terreciakennedy3265

4 жыл бұрын

Love lauryn and gladys but Curtis made me fall in love with this record. Makes my soul happy.

@angelawilliams4483

3 жыл бұрын

Yesss!!

*Make America "Lauryn" again*

It's PURE SOUL!

Genius Song. Timeless.

Straight Eargasm!👍

Love me some Lauryn

The righteous way too go...💖💖❤❤💟💟💞

I Love you Lauren you"re a beautiful light in this world. Crying,,,, EXCELLENCE!!!

Omg this woman is amazing !!

@michaelhailstock5143

4 жыл бұрын

Isa Brown shirleyceasarstrongman

fullPOWER SALUTE Ms. Hill soulFIYAHbars🔥🔥🔥🔥 timeFULLmusik📻🔊📲 #CurtisMayfield #GladysKnight #AngieStone

Lauryn, She Got It.

Still the baddest one of the greatest to live we need u sister show them greatness Lauren u can do it u have us to support you in all much love Lauren

Such a soulful and sultry voice!! Dope!!

this might be one of the most beautiful things that I have ever heard!! WOW!!!

Personally I think this is the best version of the song. It moved me in so many ways and made think of loved ones who have passed. A beautiful song sang beautifully.

Simply Beautiful 💕

How and why does this not have more views!

Absolutely the most beautiful song ever!!poetry!

lauren you are a beautiful young lady i love the way you sing this wow

Amen! These are the makings of you!

She does a great job and her voice is well suited because she has a timeless soul voice. Can't top the Gladys version though said with much respect.

The righteous way to go...👉🏽

Love you Lauryn Hill, your music speaks volumes for what we need today in this world!!!

Gladys Knight sung this song at her concert tonight....I had to play Lauryn and Curtis....man!!

Damn, she could sing. One of my favorite singer