Living in San Francisco in the 1960s, he performed in a musical production called Women of the Blues, then joined a short-lived group of transvestite performance artists called The Cockettes in the early 70's (famed transvestite Divine was a member of the group as well). Sylvester can be seen in The Cockettes' outrageous short film Tricia's Wedding, lampooning the wedding of President Nixon's daughter Tricia, and in an eponymous 2002 documentary about the group.
In 1972, Sylvester supplied two cuts to Lights Out San Francisco, an album complied by the KSAN radio station and released on the Blue Thumb label. In 1973, Sylvester & his Hot Band released two rock-oriented albums on Blue Thumb (their self-titled debut was also known as "Scratch My Flower," due to a gardenia-shaped scratch-and-sniff sticker adhered to the cover). Signed a solo act to Fantasy Records in 1977, and working with the production talents of legendary Motown producer Harvey Fuqua. Sylvester later alleged that Fuqua cheated him out of millions of dollars.
Sylvester soon met his frequent collaborator Patrick Cowley. Cowley's synthesizer and Sylvester's voice proved to be a magical combination, and pushed Sylvester's sound in an increasingly dance-oriented direction; his second solo album - Step II (1978) - unleashed two disco classics: "You Make Me Feel (Mighty Real)," and "Dance (Disco Heat)." By this time both his live shows and recordings also recognizably featured the back-up vocals of Two Tons O' Fun: future Weather Girls Martha Wash and Izora Rhodes. 1979 brought three Billboard awards and an appearance in the movie, The Rose, starring Bette Midler.
Moving to Megatone Records in 1982, Sylvester quickly landed a Hi-NRG classic with "Do You Wanna Funk." He was close friends with other Megatone artists Linda Imperial and Jeanie Tracy. Sylvester was also very close to the legendary Patti LaBelle.
Later pressure from the label to "butch up" his image would result in him attending meetings in full-on drag. A drag photo shoot, which he staged and presented to label heads as a gag (calling it his "new album cover") would later grace the cover of Immortal after Sylvester died; it was the label's way of paying tribute to his spirit. In 1985, one of his dreams came true as he was summoned to sing back-up for Aretha Franklin on her Who's Zoomin' Who comeback album. His sole Warner Bros. album was Mutual Attraction in 1986; a single from the album, "Someone Like You," featured original cover art by Keith Haring.
Sylvester died of complications from AIDS on December 16, 1988. His good friend Jeanie Tracy took care of Sylvester during his last days.
In the late 1990's, performance artist Djola Branner (co-founder of the highly influential Pomo Afro Homos troupe) created his acclaimed solo piece and CD Mighty Real around the life of Sylvester.
On September 20, 2004 Sylvester's anthem record, You Make Me Feel (Mighty Real), was inducted into the Dance Music Hall of Fame. A year later, on September 19, 2005, Sylvester himself was inducted into the Dance Music Hall of Fame for his achievement as an artist.
In 2005, a biography written by Joshua Gamson and titled The Fabulous Sylvester: The Legend, The music, The 70s in San Francisco was published.
2. Sylvester (Sylvester Larsen , born 1973) is a danish artist, who has released 4 albums. He is the son of Kim Larsen. See www.sylvesterlarsen.dk
You Make Me Feel Mighty Real
Sylvester Lyrics
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And I feel like I need some more
And I feel your body close to mine
And I move on love, it's about that time
Make me feel mighty real
Make me feel mighty real
You make me feel mighty real
When we get home darlin'
And it's nice and dark
And the music's in Vienna
Still you're hot and you kiss me back and it
Feels real good and I know you love me
Like you should
Oh you make me feel mighty real
You make me feel mighty real
Make me feel mighty real
Make me feel mighty real
Make me feel mighty real
Make me feel mighty real
I feel real
I feel real
I feel real
I feel real
I feel real
I feel real
I feel real
I feel real
Huh
Whoo, I feel real
Whoo, I feel real
I feel real
I feel real
Huh I feel real
Huh I feel real
You make me feel mighty real
You make me feel mighty real
Oh you make me feel mighty real
You make me feel mighty real
I feel real when you touch me
I feel real when you kiss me
I feel real when you touch me
I feel real when you want me
Sylvester's "You Make Me Feel Mighty Real" is a disco classic that showcases his talent for producing infectious beats and delivering powerful vocals. The song is about the power of love and how it can make you feel alive and real. It is a celebration of the joy and freedom of dancing and letting go of inhibitions. The lyrics speak of the desire to feel more and the passion that comes with being close to the one you love.
"You Make Me Feel Mighty Real" is a song that captures the spirit of the disco era. The pulsating beat and driving rhythm create a feeling of euphoria and excitement, while the soaring vocals of Sylvester convey a sense of joy and liberation. The song is a testament to the power of music to unite people and create a sense of community.
Line by Line Meaning
You mean I've been dancin' on the floor darlin'
I've been dancing and having fun, but there's still room for more.
And I feel like I need some more
I want more of the fun we're having together.
And I feel your body close to mine
We're getting closer and more connected physically.
And I move on love, it's about that time
We're both feeling it and it's time to take it further emotionally and physically.
Make me feel mighty real
I want to feel like this is all real and intense.
When we get home darlin'
Looking forward to being alone to continue this connection.
And it's nice and dark
Creating an intimate atmosphere.
And the music's in Vienna
The music is present and adding to the mood, but not the focus.
Still you're hot and you kiss me back and it
We're still feeling the attraction and desire towards each other.
Feels real good and I know you love me
We both feel good and there's a sense of love and caring towards each other.
Like you should
The love feels genuine and authentic.
Oh you make me feel mighty real
It's the other person who's making this experience feel so real and intense.
Make me feel mighty real
I want to continue feeling this intense connection.
I feel real
The emotions and physical sensations are authentic and intense.
Huh
An expression of the intensity of the emotions.
Whoo, I feel real
Expressing the feeling of authenticity and intensity towards the other person.
I feel real when you touch me
The sensations from the other person's touch feel authentic and intense.
I feel real when you kiss me
The sensations from the other person's kiss feel authentic and intense.
I feel real when you want me
The sense of desire and passion from the other person towards me feels authentic and intense.
You make me feel mighty real
The other person is the catalyst of these authentic and intense emotions.
Oh you make me feel mighty real
Praise and appreciation towards the other person for making this experience feel so authentic and intense.
Lyrics Β© CONCORD MUSIC PUBLISHING LLC
Written by: James Wirrick, Sylvester James
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@mstringer10
Sylvester was ahead of his time. Legend.
@jun24juanhuerta14
Way ahead!
@rowlaanbennett7296
Sylvester walked so Big freesia could Run
@jonoedwards4195
YUM!
@tartgreenapple
I think she is timeless; spreading into the past, present and future. Healing us all.
@mikes9949
@@tartgreenapple I think you added one too many "s" on the "she" comment
@user-lg9rv2pe4d
I am now a 66 year old woman and our family vacations were spent in Provinctwn, MA. As a straight woman I was always able to find a summer fling - the discos were all playing Sylvester's "You Made Me Feel" . It was a magical time in life and disco music was amazing - and this song was so fantastic! Will l ove you forever, Sylvester!!!
@danyoutube7491
It's an awesome tune isn't it, great vocals too, just makes you want to dance. Perhaps it helped get those lucky men on the dancefloor with you!
@CarlosRoberto-re9gu
Norway
@JasonCameron774
This song was sung 45 years ago!! Timeless talent.