Lionel Richie: A life in song

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The Grammy-winning singer-songwriter, lead singer of the Commodores, solo artist, and "American Idol" judge is being awarded the Library of Congress' 2022 Gershwin Prize for Popular Song. Lionel Richie talks with correspondent Kelefa Sanneh about growing up on the campus of Tuskegee University, as well as his 50-year career - from opening for Michael Jackson and the Jackson 5, to his solo success, and what the lyrics of "All Night Long" really mean.
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@mililaniman 2 жыл бұрын

The music of Lionel Richie has been a part of my life for over 40 years. He deserves every accolade for his work.

@BlueProphet7 Жыл бұрын

I'm 35 and I've heard him numerous times throughout my child-young adult-adulthood, but I never get over how immense his influence is. He's a LEGEND. Love you Lionel!

@margo3367 2 жыл бұрын

Love Lionel Richie! I have his greatest hits CD and there’s not a bad song on there. Love his ballads, his voice. A true American treasure.

@robertamanning2993 2 жыл бұрын

That's for Sure.I gave my Old hits had everybody Albums To! one Of my BEST Friends Now I wish I had kept them...He is a Legend.💜😀

@shayevondekempt6069 2 жыл бұрын

I love how enthusiastic and joyful the interviewer is. And let's not forget what a beautiful voice Lionel has and oh so very talented he is.😊💖❤💕

@robertamanning2993 2 жыл бұрын

So. Very True!💜😍

@tomgebarowski8156 2 жыл бұрын

Endless Love, Truly, Easy, All Night Long are all-time classics. Great guy, great mainstream musician, singer, & songwriter!

@macktravels68 2 жыл бұрын

Anyone who had a prom or school dance in the 80’s danced and or slow danced to his music. #LEGEND

@jeanniemainzer8551 2 жыл бұрын

Oh my gosh, Lionel was the musical backdrop of my coming-of-age years. He couldn't write or sing a bad song. "Hello" takes me down a nostalgia road that just tugs at my heart. Love this guy!

@larrysouthern5098 2 жыл бұрын

The Commodores were the super funk bands of the pre disco era along with Earth Wind and Fire and and Kool and the Gang.( And many many more....) Who doesn't remember ( back in the 70s)getting up early on Saturday mornings to watch SOULTRAIN??? TheSooooooooul Train!!! And watching in awe.... 👀) ( You can still watch them in archive videos) The Jackson Five and The Supremes were icons... But those bands I mentioned were household names as well!! Congratulations to Mr. Lionel Ritchie for his recognition....And THANK YOU SIR!! "Easy like SUNDAY MORNING" 🎵 🌅 .....

@woo3131 2 жыл бұрын

One of the greatest singer-songwriters of all time!

@dennismorris7573 2 жыл бұрын

Such a great artist and person, Lionel Richie.

@rottenapple6109 2 жыл бұрын

Saw him and The Commodores at the Omaha Civic Arena in 76 or 77 while I was in the USAF. I'm no stranger to rock shows but I have to say that was a SHOW right there. Thoroughly entertaining for two and half hours.

@ilovegoodsax 2 жыл бұрын

Offutt AFB!

@patcavasin5947 2 жыл бұрын

He's a wonderful talent, and seems like a very decent human being.

@notsonutsomills593 2 жыл бұрын

I love the enthusiasm of the interviewer. A bit star struck.😀

@Boertje247 2 жыл бұрын

“Hello” is one of the all-time songs. So poignant and sweet. Brilliant performer. God bless!

@sabrinaburnham4395 2 жыл бұрын

His love songs are “TRULY”the best songs I’ve ever heard! Thank you for sharing your wonderful music with the world.

@horseygurl143 2 жыл бұрын

Tuskegee is a beautiful little college town. George Washington Carver taught agriculture there and farmers from all over the South went there, seeking his advice. The town is full of educated people, who encourage youth to better themselves through education. Wonderful clean town full of history.

@MISNM0 2 жыл бұрын

Every accolade deserved! Lionel Richie is a mega star and wonderful human.

@KWCardDesign 2 жыл бұрын

This brought me so much joy! This man’s music IS my childhood! I feel safe and secure when I listen to it! It’s like a security blanket if you will and a key to my happiest moments as a child! Thank you, Lionel

@elisaholland29 2 жыл бұрын

Same, soundtrack of childhood. 🙏

@Ariel-jf3ec 2 жыл бұрын

This man is a true gentleman an amazing performer and songwriter I've loved him since the eighties keep going Lionel ❤️

@wildoceanappaloosawomangay2535 2 жыл бұрын

I adore Lionel, his music has been in my heart since he was in the Commodores. 💚🙏

@chrisfinch8637 2 жыл бұрын

Lionel Richie- what a talented artist. Stuck on You, and Hello are two of my favorites. If I ever bumped into him, I’d tell him that my parents have loved his music, for as long as they can remember.

@seewingyeerealestatecoach 2 жыл бұрын

I loved his music for the past 50 years. sings the best love ballads in history!

@cards0486 2 жыл бұрын

I LOVE Lionel Richie!! If I could ever see him in concert I’d be weak in the knees. He’s gentleman, hardworking, immensely talented, totally kind…you just don’t find too many like him. He’s an American treasure.

@ginalashley1265 2 жыл бұрын

I saw him in concert and he's fabulous. So talented, entertaining and was so humble and sweet to his audience. He is a legend.

@JudyFine-mu4cu 7 күн бұрын

I saw him in concert tonight in Birmingham, Al. He is the greatest!! Please go see him if you get a chance..

@cards0486 7 күн бұрын

@@JudyFine-mu4cu Oh! How wonderful!! I know he was perfect! I’m glad you got to see him.

@petermangwende8008 2 жыл бұрын

Finest dude who knew what he was doing. Commodores, Back to the Front, Always remembered in your music. Accept my sincere condolences

@murilodemeloreis8210 5 ай бұрын

I loved this interview, so natural, friendly and positive.

@zyzzyvacation 2 жыл бұрын

"Love Will Conquer All" has a most unusual chord progression. Killer song too 😉

@sbrown6798 2 жыл бұрын

Love that song

@barbeedoll122 2 жыл бұрын

Best song ever- “EASY like SUNDAY morning”

@whatevershebrings 2 жыл бұрын

I admit, it's hard not to feel ' Endless Love' for this stellar talent and his legacy of musical gifts. Good on him!

@carmarasmussen8118 2 жыл бұрын

Saw him twice in concert when I was in high school. Still think of my old high school flame when I hear "You Are" and "Running with the Night". Good times.

@neilfeinberg7825 2 жыл бұрын

Neat bit of trivia that the Commodores opened for the Jackson 5. Should have followed with the ground-breaking "We are the World" collaboration! But Lionel s playbook of hits is so vast it couldn't be showcased in a short clip. I salute you!

@ilovegoodsax 2 жыл бұрын

There's nothing like 70s funk! I miss those days....

@deborahblount8571 2 жыл бұрын

Ohhh soooo I Love My ❤️ Lionel congratulations on the award and many more to come. 🙏🏽🙌🏽 This was the best time growing up singing timeless treasured songs with meanings and well understood. The Commodores, Earth Wind and Fire, The Stylistics, The O'Jays, Gladys Knight and The Pips, Smokie Robinson, The Supremes, The Jackson Five, The Dramatics, The Temptations, The Whispers, Many wonderful Classic Groups and there are so many more. These are some of my favorite memories. Anytime I hear these artist I'm singing right along Dancing in my seat. Best music ever in my lifetime 💕😍. Thank you Lionel Richie for your lifetime of fantastic music lyrics with fond meaningful memories of lasting wonder. I need to hear more from you soon.🎹🎹🎤🎶🎵🎼❤️

@barryhamilton3112 2 жыл бұрын

Lionel and the Commodores were the best!!! Along with Earth Wind and Fire!!

@UNbowed62 Жыл бұрын

Love Lionel AND THE MIGHTY COMMODORES! 🥰 ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

@JudyFine-mu4cu 7 күн бұрын

Love his voice, his talent & his beliefs. One great man of many talents..❤❤

@nicoledarke9263 2 жыл бұрын

Such a truly wonderful human being. Thank you for letting us share your incredible journey Mr Ritchie!!

@dianecarty1060 2 жыл бұрын

I was born in 1958 so I grew up with the Commodores, and Lionel Ritchie. I have loved all of his music. But seeing him as a judge on American Idol over the years has truly allowed me to see the great man within. He has such a beautiful and kind soul, which has made me love him even more. I look forward to new music from him. Keep singing and shining onward, Lionel!!!

@nothingbutlove2766 2 жыл бұрын

I love love love Lionel.... I've loved him since I was a young girl.... To me, no one can sing and touch me like he does. There's just something about him, his voice and his character.... AWESOME!!!!

@user-gb8mm2ly7h 10 ай бұрын

Three times a lady is the love of my life. THANK YOU LIONEL.

@ACrownofFlowers 17 күн бұрын

I never knew how many songs from the background of my life in Lionel Richie had written and performed.

@steveconn 2 жыл бұрын

Love All Night Long. Say You Say Me heartbreaking when Baryshnikov meets Gregory Hines at the end of White Nights.

@DEZABRE1 2 жыл бұрын

I have His original albums LP, Vintage 🙌🏽

@austinhowland300gmail. 2 жыл бұрын

Hello Migdalia how are you doing

@DEZABRE1 Жыл бұрын

@Lionel Richie YW♥️

@joefeldpausch 2 жыл бұрын

South Texas. KTSA (AM) out of San Antonio . My high school years. Lionel Ritchie. Marvin Gaye. Hall and Oates. Those songs are the soundtrack of my formative years. That voice. Those songs. Whew!

@anthonymonteverde1210 2 жыл бұрын

All this and now in the RNR HALL OF FAME...CONGRATULATIONS

@jaylene.turner6524 2 жыл бұрын

Lionel first went solo in 1981 after the success of writing and producing Kenny Rogers’ “Lady” and he and Diana Ross’ duet “Endless Love”. His first solo album had the hits “Truly”, “You Are”, and “My Love”. A then unknown Richard Marx was one of the background vocalists on his first album as well.

@just-sayin67 Жыл бұрын

Interesting, thanks!

@QueenofNonSequitur 2 жыл бұрын

Such a nice judge with a smooth as silk voice.

@EnronnSierra 2 жыл бұрын

How cool, I didn’t know All Night Long was inspired by Jamaica 🇯🇲

@chrisfinch8637 2 жыл бұрын

It does have a certain Jamaican rythem to it, mon.

@carlosyamara 2 жыл бұрын

“Hello” is one of my favorite songs EVER. Just hearing it here I got a lump in my throat. Love, Lionel.

@user-jr1bz2tz2t 2 ай бұрын

To me, he is the ultimate cat daddy❤❤❤

@user-gi6ee8vj1y 2 жыл бұрын

"Hello" my high school crush. "Still" my first broken heart.

@PK-bh1ww 2 жыл бұрын

Such a humble man still after all that success and all he's been thrugh in life. Of course my favorite song will always be "Penny Lover". .

@FreeSpirit47 2 жыл бұрын

I'm so glad that Lionel Richie developed as he did. His music will live for a long long time!

@FreeSpirit47 Жыл бұрын

@Lionel Richie No need to thank me. You are not the celebrity Lionel Richie. He has made it very clear that he doesn't participate in any social media at all. Nice try.

@marknc9616 2 жыл бұрын

They didn't mention Endless Love or that he wrote Lady for Kenny Rogers.

@crawnyxx 2 жыл бұрын

One of the very 1st artists I received a "hit" for when I scratched my brother's record but also the discovery of great music!

@MISNM0 2 жыл бұрын

💛👑

@alainvincent1309 2 жыл бұрын

One Of The Greats!!

@msc8663 2 жыл бұрын

I have loved him since the comadors

@GrayCatMeow 2 жыл бұрын

He,is one of the oldies,but he is one the best, so. much fun to listen to

@AndrewsOpinion15 Жыл бұрын

HAPPY 73TH BIRTHDAY LIONEL RICHIE !!!

@tinabop187 2 жыл бұрын

He is an icon and a legend. I like when he collaborated with Kenny Rogers. I love his songs. He was great with the USA for Africa song We Are The World too.

@jojopuppyfish 2 жыл бұрын

His songs with both the Commodores and his solo stuff are great

@rlgarza205 2 жыл бұрын

Sounds like my experience, as a Chicano young man, at Texas Southern University in Houston, Texas. Saved my life.

@virginialewis9854 2 жыл бұрын

I've always loved you Lionel Richie! Thank you for being so good at what you do. Also, thank you for being the man that you are. You're awesome!

@giselestrauch5146 2 жыл бұрын

loved all his songs

@sues9809 2 жыл бұрын

One of my favorite singers of all time!!!

@robertamanning2993 2 жыл бұрын

I Love Lionel Richie!He is So Awesome..God Bless this Loving Passionate Man....💕💕

@nealmoody782 Жыл бұрын

he's amazing

@shalomirose6658 2 жыл бұрын

💯%HIGHEST RESPECT 💯% Cannot find the words to describe how special his spirit really is, and how consistent his gift keeps giving 👏 SHALOM ❤

@just-sayin67 Жыл бұрын

Love him, too! "Hello" is my favorite song.

@SoniT 2 жыл бұрын

I love Lionel Richie. My mother was a big fan of Lionel and also The Commodores. I grew up listening to those songs and still enjoy them.

@jomarielopez2229 2 жыл бұрын

Still have my concert T-shirt from The Commodores Concert from 1981! LIONEL RICHIE FOREVER!!!!!

@cindyann9571 2 жыл бұрын

My childhood 💯💙

@chrystelw4863 2 жыл бұрын

His Trinidadian roots makes the Caribbean ever so proud of him, such raw talent and not surprising since we have great talent in the Caribbean. Your Beautiful songs have touched so many and will never be forgotten, legendary and well deserved of this recipient award. Any young artist idolizing your music will certainly bring a great contribution to the music industry and society. Love watching him on Idol too

@sergeantmasson3669 2 жыл бұрын

Incredibly amazing person.

@letitiagardner4750 2 жыл бұрын

Love you Lionel Richie Forever ❣️

@kietchung102 2 жыл бұрын

I am Chinese and not listen too many western music. Mr Richie is one of very few I love listen to. Love his songs

@markmitchell3097 2 жыл бұрын

My favorite 3 concerts were the commodores twice and Lionel solo

@johnandjuliegrant3661 2 жыл бұрын

I love Lionel Richie! His music is great! Whenever I hear his voice, I think it's quality and rasp is so similar to Kenny Rogers.

@y1521t21b5 2 жыл бұрын

Has contributed significantly to human conception across the globe. *Legend.*

@louisepalm4792 2 жыл бұрын

Congrats Lionel you deserve it.

@giselestrauch5146 2 жыл бұрын

what a special person

@charlespressley1178 2 жыл бұрын

The best song from the commodores is high on sunshine.

@kalinthomas6675 2 жыл бұрын

Disappointed that "Just to Be Close to You" and "Zoom" weren't mentioned.

@austinhowland300gmail. 2 жыл бұрын

Hello Kalin how are you doing

@alisadearing8429 2 жыл бұрын

We need more Lionel Richie's in the world - he is so kind & speaks so kindly of others

@michaelknapp8961 2 жыл бұрын

I was in an elevator recently and a young woman ( probably 22) was standing next to me. She had ear buds in her ears and she was listening to some music. We made eye contact and I asked her what she was listening too, she said the song Hello. I said oh, the song by Lionel Richie? She replied who? Who’s Lionel Richie? Kind of blew me away!!!

@myothercarisadelorean8957 2 жыл бұрын

Dude has not aged.

@AndrewVOdom 2 жыл бұрын

He’s apparently some plastic surgery-which he didn’t need. Great artist and legend.

@sergeantmasson3669 2 жыл бұрын

@@AndrewVOdom That's an unknown factor. Allegations, lacking proof, are invalid. Lionel Ritchie had knee surgery several years ago after an injury, but no proof of any cosmetics surgery.

@drgeorgetayloriii4280 2 жыл бұрын

Lionel's music is truly timeless - give me butterflies; especially his solo albums. He's positive, smart, and brilliant. A great human being!

@peacenow4456 2 жыл бұрын

Love. Thanks for scoring my life!

@Deibote Жыл бұрын

Lionel Richie

@lindseycarribean5113 2 жыл бұрын

A sunshine. A good person.

@ediebaxter6194 2 жыл бұрын

An awesome singer and entertainer. I loved the interview. It made my day.

@jussararodrigues5947 2 жыл бұрын

Lionel Ritchie Love You ídol favourites Fan ! 🇧🇷🇧🇷🇧🇷

@SANDYMILLER23 2 жыл бұрын

Lionel....you are simply the best... PERIOD.

@larrytate5605 2 жыл бұрын

true talent and poise, a class act. thank you for the hard work you have done and the gifts given to us in song.

@neriashleycabajar1985 2 жыл бұрын

His dad served the military? Thank you for your service sir! Lionel left the Commadores in 1982, but most importantly he is a grandpa!

@neriashleycabajar1985 Жыл бұрын

@Lionel Richie hi sir! You're a role model to me, because I was two years old when I lost my dad! He is the one who called music as family business!😊

@neriashleycabajar1985 Жыл бұрын

@Lionel Richie my mom has been a fan of yours since your time with the Commodores in the 1970s, and your solo act in the 1980s, I have been your fan since your solo career in the 90s! I was born in the late 90s!