Staceys Dad Posted June 28, 2014 Posted June 28, 2014 Will be sadly missed ...what a great soul singer and a great man..r.i.p. BOBBY.....
Garswood Posted June 28, 2014 Posted June 28, 2014 RIP Bobby Womack a true soul legend and genius, was blesses a couple of times to see him in concert, long May his music live on
jocko Posted June 28, 2014 Posted June 28, 2014 A genius. Live he was unbeatable, and a lesson in the life of soul every time on stage. Just too sad. But he lived, and in recent times he seemed to have some of his fervour back, although obviously hampered by his health. Last year in Glasgow the last 20 seconds of Harry Hippy was life affirming. Proper soul man. I said that night was my goodbye to him, how true. A legend like no other. RIP XXXX 3
Pat Posted June 28, 2014 Posted June 28, 2014 Just heard this on the news. Another legend leaves us. R.I.P. Bobby
Chalky Posted June 28, 2014 Posted June 28, 2014 (edited) A giant of the music world. All the superlatives given are often used when not fully deserved but in the case of Bobby they are more than deserving. R.I.P. Bobby. Edited June 28, 2014 by chalky 3
Guest Matt Male Posted June 28, 2014 Posted June 28, 2014 I can't understand it. RIP Bobby. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VdksxtpMBa4
Stevesilktulip Posted June 28, 2014 Posted June 28, 2014 Dreamt last night I was DJing: Daylight, I can Understand it, Think you're lonely noe, woke up crying - haven't done that since Marvin; Curtis died around the time of my mother. Continued awake: How I Miss you Baby, More than I can Stand, Womans Gotta Have It, How could you break my heart Bobby. Not unexpected, he was ghastly at Glastonbury last year - saw him twice in early/ mid eighties but never think of them among the best gigs I've ever been to. Would have been nice to see him in the 70s but - hey - you do what you can. Still, first item on the Beeb as the whole damn world continues to go crazy. Not bad for an artist who, 40 years ago, when he was at the peak of his powers , we thought of as an obscure artist. 2
Lfcjunkie Posted June 28, 2014 Posted June 28, 2014 "Tell me why bobby tell me why" thanks for the music thanks for the memories with the live shows r.i.p Dave L
Mal C Posted June 28, 2014 Posted June 28, 2014 A true colossus. The epithet "greatest" is often mistakenly bandied about but it truly does apply here. totally agree, what a body of music he has produced.. 'If You Want My Love, Put Something Down On It' and 'You're Welcome, Stop On By', all big favorites.. Rest in Peace Bobby... Malcolm
Mrtag Posted June 28, 2014 Posted June 28, 2014 R.I.P. Bobby! "Home is where the Soul Is" Now! sleep well. xx
Soulcarp Posted June 28, 2014 Posted June 28, 2014 A true legend of soul your music will live on R.I.P. Bobby you're in good company now
Jim Elliott Posted June 28, 2014 Posted June 28, 2014 (edited) Theres a helluva lot of broken hearts in the world today on finding out this terrible news. My introduction to Bobby was ' how I miss you baby'....................it sounds even more poignant now R.I.P Jim Edited June 28, 2014 by Jim Elliott
Alison H Posted June 28, 2014 Posted June 28, 2014 (edited) A genius has left us, but by god, I'm so thankful I got to see him a few years ago at Blackburn. A performance I never wanted to end, & neither did Bobby, as his band had to physically drag him off the stage. Even in illness he was a true showman to the very end. Rest in Peace now Bobby & go say hi to Harry With absolute love & sympathy Alison xxx Edited June 28, 2014 by Alison H 1
Winsford Soul Posted June 28, 2014 Posted June 28, 2014 You where tried and convicted of a crime you did not commit. Another legend passes . God bless you Steve
The Animal Posted June 28, 2014 Posted June 28, 2014 Really sad. "The only survivor" of the greatest period in soul music. R.I.P.
Keamus Posted June 28, 2014 Posted June 28, 2014 Very sad day. the last great soul man and for me the best of them all
Guest BAKUNIN Posted June 28, 2014 Posted June 28, 2014 A giant...has given me so much listening pleasure over the years..
Guest Chris64 Posted June 28, 2014 Posted June 28, 2014 I can't say it any better than the many eloquent posts above, but just wanted to add my own RIP Bobby Womack, a total legend of soul music. I'm genuinely gutted to hear this news. What a career, from 1950s family gospel all the way through 60s, 70s, 80s, and still going in the 21st century. I'm listening to the 'Communication' album now and will stick on the 110th St soundtrack after that, then 'Understanding', 'Facts of Life' - so much great work, the Valentinos, the Poet period... Thanks for the music, Mr Bobby Womack.
Mickjay33 Posted June 28, 2014 Posted June 28, 2014 very sad news true legend who will leave us with great memories his music will be in our hearts for ever RIP BOBBY https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VSvgFJLrqdU
Guest Johnny One Trout Posted June 28, 2014 Posted June 28, 2014 R.I.P Bobby you will be sorely missed not since the passing of Marvin and Curtis has any loss from the Soul family affected me as much. John & Ali xx PS Favourite track - "Love ain't something that you get for free" from the safety zone album
Mark S Posted June 28, 2014 Posted June 28, 2014 This don't happen often but I was in tears his music always stopped me in my tracks . RIP Bobby
Guest Dave Turner Posted June 28, 2014 Posted June 28, 2014 RIP Bobby Womack, you were truly GREAT For those who haven't seen the unsung docu before, and even for those that have. Takes a few secs to load, and you may have to put up with the shite ads but well worth 37 minutes of anyone's time. https://www.dailymotion.com/video/xs5ke4_unsung-documentary-bobby-womack-generation-soul-disco-funk_music
Soulfinger Posted June 28, 2014 Posted June 28, 2014 RIP Bobby. One of the true greats. Even better live, I remember his performance at The Carousel in Manchester as one of the very finest I have seen. 1
KevH Posted June 28, 2014 Posted June 28, 2014 Sad day.Someone i know will be inconsolable.The impact of first hearing "Home is where.." at the Mecca will always live with me,and made me take notice of his other work."I don t know","Check it out" ,"Daylight","Tried and Convicted" plus so many more. RIP Bobby.
Guest nickw Posted June 28, 2014 Posted June 28, 2014 RIP - one of the very last great soul artists. Legend is not an overstatement. Listening to The Bravest Man In The Universe as I type, sad day.
mid tempo Posted June 28, 2014 Posted June 28, 2014 Iconic soulful voice going to be sadly missed. RIP Bobby .gaz.
blackvelvet 666 Posted June 28, 2014 Posted June 28, 2014 LEGENDS NEVER DIE.......... R.I.P BOBBY. GONE TO JOIN THE GREAT SOUL BAND IN THE SKY ........ 1
Soultaker Posted June 28, 2014 Posted June 28, 2014 (edited) I was shocked when I heard this last night. I put up a tribute post with one of my many favorite songs from Bobby, "Love The Time Is Now". I think it is a fitting song to be played for him. Like I said in the blog post, we don't have many left with us and we need to cherish the ones that are still here. https://raggedy-quitefrankly.blogspot.com/2014/06/rip-bobby-womack-1944-2014.html Edited June 28, 2014 by Soultaker
Greety Posted June 28, 2014 Posted June 28, 2014 Remember seeing him at Southampton Top Rank circa 75/76. About two hundred in. At least over the decades he received the adulation he deserved. I don't know about the Last Soul Man. He was my first Soul Man. God Bless Bobby and thank you. 1
Seano Posted June 28, 2014 Posted June 28, 2014 His autobiography is a great read; that man had a life. https://youtu.be/INwaF8MwfVQ 1
Guest Institches Posted June 28, 2014 Posted June 28, 2014 .....Heroes get remembered but legends never die ...... Joined his fellow soulies on the eternal Soul Train... .....was so excited to be seeing him headlining at the WOMAD festival next month.... .....Home is where your heart is Bobby Womack .....
macca Posted June 28, 2014 Posted June 28, 2014 Grim news to wake up to, indeed. Time to reflect and listen to his marvellous legacy. RIP.
Andyontherock Posted June 28, 2014 Posted June 28, 2014 I was the third brother of fiveDoing whatever I had to do to surviveI'm not saying what I did was alrightTrying to break out of the ghetto was a day to day fightRIP Bobby a soul legend
Ernie Andrews Posted June 28, 2014 Posted June 28, 2014 Nothing could describe how brilliant this man was in the art form. RIP Bobby Womack.
Guest theblackflash Posted June 28, 2014 Posted June 28, 2014 Tragic loss. A true genius. My sympathy to his loved ones. It was a privilege to hear his music.
mid tempo Posted June 28, 2014 Posted June 28, 2014 (edited) Iconic soulful voice going to be sadly missed. RIP Bobby .gaz. Edited June 28, 2014 by mid tempo
Guest fragiledancer Posted June 28, 2014 Posted June 28, 2014 I think the thunder storm at Glastonbury last night was Bobby 'going out with a bang'.....the world is a sadder place without him. RIP Bobby
Shinehead Posted June 28, 2014 Posted June 28, 2014 The news of the death of Bobby has left me feeling really sad , not since the passing of Marvin has an artists death left me feeling this way . R.I.P. Bobby , your music will live forever.
Daved Posted June 28, 2014 Posted June 28, 2014 RIP Bobby. Soul hero. Legend. I'm so pleased I got to see him live at the Kentish Town Forum about 18 months ago. Despite his frail health, it was still a wonderful concert.
Mr Fred Posted June 28, 2014 Posted June 28, 2014 (edited) First I read on here that Bobby had passed ,then I read it was a hoax. Only to find out after searching the media in the U.S.A. that he had actually passed away. Then it was confirmed on the BBC news that it was true . Very Very sad news. Bobby Womack was an extremely talented singer,songwriter and musician, whilst releasing a shed load of records was responsible for many others which he wrote, one being :- It's all over now, the Rolling Stones a uk No 1. A huge talent that will be sadly missed. R.I.P. Bobby Edited June 28, 2014 by Mr Fred
Hooker1951 Posted June 28, 2014 Posted June 28, 2014 I had the good fortune to see bobby and family 30 years ago live at the Apollo in Manchester they were truly amazing live .I,ve seen a great deal of top artists during my life and believe me when I say Bobby Womack was up there with the best. Your suffering is over know Bobby it's time to rest in peace in Soul heaven good night and god bless mick Lyons.
soultin Posted June 28, 2014 Posted June 28, 2014 I think we all new this day was coming with bobbys ill health, Absolutely gutted, he still performed like a true professional while he was ill.We were lucky to see him in kings hall Blackburn in June 2011 managed to get him to autograph his autobiography for me which he did with pleasure. Thank you bobby R.I.P. Mart & shaz X
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