Roberta Flack - Killing Me Softly is also an absolute wonder. I think you'd love it.

This was nice and all, but it was live. The studio version - the one that held the number 1 spot for so long, was more powerful and beautiful. In this live version, she speeded it up for TV. Give a listen to the slower, more emotional, loving radio version. Absolutely wonderful!

This is one of the most beautiful songs ever written and Roberta sings it beautifully . Classic song.

I'm 52 and she still gives me goosebumps when I hear her sing!! Incredible voice!!!

It’s painfully beautiful. Her voice and that song were made for each other.

The song was written in 1957 by the English folk-singer, Ewan MacColl, for Peggy Seeger, also a well-known folk-singer and the half-sister of Pete Seeger. Ewan MacColl was father of the pop singer, Kirsty MacColl.

I was a waitress at Mr Henry’s on Capitol Hill. Washington DC, when Roberta Flack performed there. She was simply an appreciated performer, not yet a star. Those were the days 🥰. Thanks for playing, allowing me to indulge in sweet reminiscences.

There isn't a single song on any Roberta Flack albums from the 1970s that will not absolutely bowl you over. I have them all, they were staples of the soundtrack of my childhood, and I couldn't be more grateful to my mother for having them in heavy rotation, alongside Joni Mitchell, and other 70s greats. I don't understand why she isn't more revered. She will break you, and you will ask for it again and again.

Anyone else notice the subtlety of her piano accompaniment? She wasn't playing the melody in lockstep with her vocals, but instead played a beautiful, subtle, free-flowing counterpoint to the base melody. That speaks to me of genius! ☮️👼🌹

Roberta Flack : the very definition of perfect pitch. And perfect diction. A miracle of nature.

Every loving couple has "their" song and this is that song for my lovely wife and I. We were married for 43 years until I lost her in 2018.

Made me remember the first time ever I heard this song... Oh my heart!!!

Simply one of the most beautiful songs ever recorded.

Her voice. It’s SO beautiful. One of my favorite songs. The studio version is something you really need to watch.

Please try “Killing Me Softly”, written about the great Don McLean. And while you’re at it try Don’s masterpiece he wrote about Vincent Van Gogh “Vincent”. Two of the most beautiful songs ever!

This song was written in 1957 by Ewan Mccoll to Peggy Seeger. It was the era of the folk singer. Roberta Flack's wonderful voice made it even better.

The original album version of this song is quite a bit slower, and has no orchestra behind it. It's just the piano, a bass, a drum set, and Roberta's voice. It's very sparse and much longer, and the radio stations hated it. But it was amazingly beautiful, even more than this version. Roberta's voice was strong and full of emotion. It was like listening to a goddess with longing in her heart. If you get some spare time, you should listen to it. Make sure you have lots of tissue, and be sure to leave a LOT of time afterwards to be simply stunned by what you have heard.

Written by Ewan MacColl in 1957. Beautiful ...

She was trained as an opera singer ... This entire CD is jaw-dropping.

Roberta truly made this song her own! All other versions sound flat and no feeling. What an angelic voice!

She had a magnificent voice. Killing me softly is also a fabulous song she sings

A beautiful song from a great singer.

Roberta Flack has such beautiful voice. She worked with many people and even helped Luther Vandross to be a solo artist. You would love Roberta Flack ft. Donny Hathaway "The Closer I Get to You".

She was incredible.

"The First Time Ever I Saw Your Face" is a 1957 folk song written by Scottish political singer/songwriter Ewan MacColl for Peggy Seeger, who later became his wife. At the time, the couple were lovers, although MacColl was still married to his second wife, Jean Newlove. Seeger sang the song when the duo performed in folk clubs around Britain. Other popular Folk songs written by Mac Coll included Dirty old Town and the Shoals of Herring.

I was lucky that the radio was filled with great singers in my 20sand 30s , I have really enjoyed your channel and reaction .thumbs up to you 👍..

Roberta Flack has a Legendary song that will last through the years. Gorgeous voice.❤

So beautiful, so powerful ❤

Even the demons come out to hear her angelic voice.

impressive, charming, I love her tone of voice ... and Roberta's too

This was sung in a Clint Eastwood film. Play Misty For Me. Beautiful

Flashback ... my bestie and I in 1977, seniors, driving to a party, this song came on, we were mesmerized, then the melancholy set in...we went home. 😫😫😫😂😂😂

Definitely the best version of this song ever recorded. Not even the Gordon Lightfoot version from a few years earlier can match what Roberta Flack does with this. You're right, she doesn't go for the high notes or pushes her voice. Singers used to understand that their job was to sell the song, not use the song as a vehicle to show themselves off. Roberta's vocals are soft and understated and it's easy to hear how beautiful her voice is, but she allows the melody to carry the song. She honours the beauty and romance of the song by holding back, knowing it doesn't need pushing. Her intent is to make us feel carried away in the moment and she does it perfectly. Like Bobby Hatfield with Unchained Melody, this is Roberta's song. Highly recommended is to check out her also performing Killing Me Softly, another song that she 'owns' that has been covered in recent years. If I may recommend a few ... Etta James' At Last Etta James' I'd Rather Go Blind Fanny's cover of Ain't That Peculiar, one of the first all-woman bands and they rocked! For something very different, The Hu Band's Wolf Totem. A Mongolian rock band using traditional instruments and ancient throat singing

Aaaaaah, one of my favorite songs by one of my favorite vocalists. Just quality.

Great vocalists used their voices as an instrument with the incredible acoustic/string instruments back in the day. Roberta, along with Linda Ronstadt, Karen Carpenter, Barbra, emote music like no other!!

You picked another classic with this one. If i remember correctly it was used in the 70s Clint Eastwood film " Play misty for me". Have a listen to Gordon Lightfoot, " If you could read my mind".

RogueRxyce, Every time I hear this song my emotions get the better of me, In a good way. 😁😁​

This beautiful song was written by James Henry Miller, better known by his stage name Ewan MacColl, who was a folk singer-songwriter, folk song collector, labour activist, and actor. Born: 25 January 1915, Broughton, Salford, United Kingdom Died: 22 October 1989, Brompton, London

Roberta Flack is a wonderful musician. Her first album First Take is brilliant really.

Your smile expresses how I feel towards this song. Her voice is pure beauty of the soul. That is what your smile expresses.

This was breathtakingly beautiful sung by Roberta!

No one can sing this better her voice is so beautiful

Any want to be singer today would do well to listen to her. Listen how she holds her notes. She does not stutter them. She is a wonderful singer.

Her voice is so soft and smooth it makes warm butter jealous.

Roberta Flack is the best female singer of all time in my opinion.....simply beautiful.........

Roberta is one of those artists that you just wish we got more from. An immense talent.

I was stationed overseas when this song came out, I had such a crush on Roberta! Beautiful song, gorgeous lady. Great reaction young lady!

Simply the greatest love song ever. I like the studio version best.

Roberta Flack simply put - top tier singer.

This songs makes me cry every time I hear it! NO ONE has done it as well as the great Roberta Flack.❣️

Every time I hear her sing it brings tears to my eyes!

First, you hooked me. I just subscribed! 😊 This is one of my all time favorites since my new bride and I started our life together in 1973. Thanks for this love! 😊🌸

I'm pretty sure Roberta earned her place in heaven... just by this performance alone.

There is a beautiful song with Donny Hathaway and Roberta Flack called "Where is the love"

PLEASE!! EVA CASSIDY "AUTUMN LEAVES?"... OR "SOMEWHERE OVER THE RAINBOW?" ACTUALLY...ANYTHING SHE SINGS IS GOLD, PURE GOLD!! LISTEN!! PLEASE???

Roberta had a golden voice. By the way..a wonderful and kind person as well

Just Wow beautiful , beautiful

60 year old Kentucky country boy here and I keep two Roberta Flack songs on my playlist. She is that good.

You amuse me. 😊 I know how you feel and I'm 74.and This song still does it to me😍

This & Killing Me Softly will always be Roberta's songs, no matter who else covers them.

This song is so very special! And No One sings it better!

Pure magic.

Roberta Flack is one of my all time faves!!! Ind I LOVE your reactionn!

This always makes me tear up because it is sooo beautiful.

Roberta Flack has always been my go-to music whenever my young heart was broken. Her soothing voice can, will & did heal me. I believe it could heal the world. She holds a special place in music & in a whole lot of spirits. I loved the purity of your reaction. So organic & appreciative of Miss Flack's unique artistry. Consider me a new subscriber. Snatch JOY!

In the town I live they would play this song late at night when the day was done and the party was over and I would drift off to dreamland.

Roberta Flack was one of the artists whose albums my mother would play when I was a kid. She would play a stack, and then flip them over. I remember Robert Flack's records. Just gorgeous songs.

One of the most beautiful songs ever written!

I can't even imagine a song of this quality in the top 40 today.

This woman has such a tremendous catalog as a solo artist and when she collaborated with the great Donnie Hathaway. Sadly, she had a stoke and no longer performs, but what a gift she left for all to hear, learn, and enjoy. That deep touch your soul kind of music.

this is a fantastic song I have not heard in years reminds me of young love strong love

Thanks for reacting to this beautiful song! As I mentioned when I requested it, this song reminds me of my beautiful wife of 50 years. It came out around the time we got married. We celebrated our 50th anniversary and the renewal of our vows on Zoom last year. And our daughters surprised us by using it during the celebration. Thanks again!🤗 ❤

Timeless what a tune what a singer

This is most assuredly the most gorgeous song ever ever😊

Love love love this song!!! Beautiful song….lullaby I sang to my kiddos and my grandchildren. You can listen to it for adult love, then when you learn unconditional love of your children a different meaning! Listen to it again about your child now.

Loved loved loved this song. love your reactions

One of my fav artists

What a voice… ❤️❤️❤️

ROBERTA FLACK "KILLING ME SOFTLY",, "FEEL LIKE MAKIN' LOVE",, "WHERE IS THE LOVE" & "THE CLOSER I GET TO YOU"..CLASSICS..TRUTH!!

Haven’t heard this in a loooong time. Loved it back in the day. Thanks!

I was a teenager when this song came out, and I became spellbound whenever it played. ‘The First Time’ was commonly played at school dances and while you held a lovely girl in your arms - you never wanted it to end. A truly splendid piece of music artistry and I enjoyed your reaction to it.

I first heard this song performed by Peter, Paul and Mary a decade prior to this and that's still my favorite version, but Roberta does it beautifully as well.

The one and only Roberta flack. I simply adore this song!

Love FROM PORTUGAL. I LIKE YOU.

ROSE ROYCE "IM GOING DOWN"..A TRUE SOUL CLASSIC.

Best reactions ever ! 😍😍😍😍😍😍

A true classic

The voice of an angel god graced

This song is soooooo beautiful. Makes me cry every time!

Clint Eastwood discovered Roberta singing in a bar in Washington DC. She's been with us ever since. Thank you Roberta.

She transformed this song and sang it perfectly.

A little detail: The song was written as a British folk song, for Peggy Seeger, Pete's Sister. When I taught Kindergarten, I change the words to be for a baby. "I held you close" instead of "lay with you", etc. When my class sang it for the last program of the school year, the parents all had tears running down their cheeks. I did sign language gestures with it too. Roberta was the one who figured out singing it much slower than the original. She is a blessing. There used to be a studio version, where she has no accompaniment, gorgeous. Thanks for this, RR

An AMAZING VOICE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Love, love, LOVE Roberta Flack !

One of the most beautiful songs of all time!

I remember my mother playing this song many times when I was a child, even at 10 years old or so I knew it was something extremely special! Roberta Flack just makes one of the most beautiful songs ever written so much better with her beautiful rich voice! In two words, Impossibly beautiful!

Beautiful woman beautiful voice, memories of childhood 🥰

I play this version of Roberta Flacks First Time at least three times a week, I love her incredible voice and no one does it better.

Her voice is so enchanting and beautiful. A gorgeous song. A legend from the 70s along with Carole King and Joni Mitchell my favorite female artist from that time

No auto tune as they use today. That was pure gold, live.