Genie
The Brooklyn Bronx & Queens Band Lyrics

@memeagain4106

next time dont enslave us!...

@TheeAmateur

True! 100%

@williamwalker3336

Ain't it the truth Baby!!

@l.a.mcneil4523

Propain & Big Krit sampled this song, and when I heard it I said that’s an old school beat. Thought it was The SOS Band, but I found BBQ on YouTube just 3 days ago and I listen to this song everyday. I love music from this time period.

@davefenwick2139

The best songs are always overlooked by the population at large

@mrkia5094

🔥one of my favorite 80s song. Still hot in 2023

@s1050

Absolutely amazing track. Those synths, bass and vocals

@willowseeker

I love the hell out of this song. Its my signature song! Ive got to hear it everyday!

@Pizza-Steve

signature song couldnt agree more. on repeat

@vandrossfan5822

It is a crime that we don't have a dedicated music channel for such classics, only when I'm in the car or pottering in the kitchen do I get the pleasure of such songs, it's like these songs never existed, feel sorry for today's youth, having missed out on these classics.

@eleganteaura

I’ll spread 80s magic to the youth one day

@royalhero4608

Back when I was a sad teenager a decade ago with free time, I used to spend hours and hours surfing all of the songs on every YT channel specialising in this music. And yet I'm still finding gems like this on a whim years later. There are so many good songs from this era

@sonyduck8663

not missing out at all when hip hop artists like Denzel curry use these classics as samples. that's how I got here at least

@markmeade2937

There’s enough talent out there to put a channel together to play this brilliant music.
So when are you going to get your heads together and sort it out 👍🎼🎼🎼🎼🎼🎼🎼🎶🎶🎶🎶🎶🎶

@geoffreeve6645

Streetsounds radio check it out play all the best x

@dwayne4576

Such a underrated classic.

@BITTYBOY121

1985 was way too short - I wish it could have lasted forever !

@victornewman06

Summer '85 Classic. I was 11 years old and we used to play when we were warming up for softball practice. Our coach thought it would be soothing to relax to and just play(we would listen to this and "Sugar Free" by Juicy, I remember this like it was yesterday). He was right!!!! RIP Coach and RIP Brother Curtis...you guys will be missed

@zactamati3665

My daughter Iman was born to this song 1992, beautiful daughter , beautiful song , beautiful time ....Thankyou JESUS ❤️❤️❤️

@thegoodoldboyz1787

Surprised you didn't name her genie.....lol

@rondablackwell556

YOU CAN REALLY FEEL IT!!!SOUNDS SO. MUCH LIKE "SOS" BAND OUT THE GATE!!!

@jacknjill3000

So trr we ye and my first time hearing thought it sounded like the SOS band.I guess many back in the 80’s we’re going for this smooth sound.

@martinbryant8493

Same I thought sos band on hearing it

@shawnwright323

Yes I was thinking loose ends also

@stanguy526

1984/85 flashbacks!! Seems like only a few yrs back!! Wow, 34yrs ago!! Blessed to still be here & in good health, thank God!!

@oldskoolzeta

never got enough airplay....so so underrated....

@LadyMocha

This song touches a deep part of my soul ♥️

@waynelittle646

The great 80s when life was so good

@alecduguid7270

"Shame they don't make em like this anymore, a true classic".... (NUFF SAID) 1 ❤😎

Bb and q band, Sos Band, Atlantic Starr, Midnight Star, Loose Ends, 52nd street, Change, Mtume, Kashif

@francisfrederick5600

Wow BBQ feat the legendary Curtis Hairston Genie from 1985 classic old school soul funk at its finest and purety rewind to me over 32years ago sadly we lost the legendary Curtis Hairston RIP his vocals nothing today compares to. him no disrespect old skool forever peace.

@XASPrime

I'm a Zoomer but I'm vibing heavy with this. Music is timeless 💯 I'm sure this one was in hella staking rinks.

@The12Believe

Can listen to this song over n over again......can't u feel the magic!

@nelemaxnicole

Loretta Smith
I agree to you
Ever Since round about 30 Years
Sunny Greetings

@milwaukeemilwaukee2982

😂

@tyronemottram5324

Forever and Eternity... this music ( is heaven on earth ) the talent is impeccable something I don't think will ever be repeated and nothing to toutch it...O I miss the 80s 😔😔

@martinplatt5928

Absolutely x

@martinplatt5928

YES xxx

@MrBnyce78

This group is the best. Their music is beautiful and timeless yet you never hear of them. I have three of their four albums including Genie and its my favorite of the three. I was only 7 years old when Genie was released but I still remember hearing "Dreamer" on the radio while riding in the car with my Aunt. Sadly, Genie was to be their last album as creator Fred Petrus was murdered in 1986 and lead singer Curtis Hairston died of kidney failure in 1996. R.I.P. Curtis Hairston and Fred Petrus.

@sarahsimpkins1311

I was 6 when dreamer use to be play on radio

@jadengregg4832

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@celiosilva2559

Já se passaram mais de 20 anos e ainda curto essa musica como se estivesse ouvindo pela primeira vez .

@smooveface

This song and album was produced by Kae Williams. The reason it sounds so much like a Jam and Lewis production is because Kae Williams was also a member of the group Change. When Jam and Lewis produced the track for Change, "Change of Heart", that's when Kae learned how to produce that kind of music. The main backdrop of course being the classis Roland 808 drum machine that drives the hypnotic rhythim of the track. Both the instrument and vocal arrangement are flawless.

@darrellhaynes6580

Nice

@ejjones300

1000% beautiful

@eleganteaura

https://youtu.be/OW27ObshTk0 . 80s Song I produced and made in my car o

@ezekielvilankulu4915

Thanks for the clarity, I could hear the signature of Flyte Tyme productions (jimmy jam and Terry Lewis) and couldn't see them getting the credits, but I could hear that this is somewhat SOS band. It's a beautiful tune , Lovely

@lattashaholley3769

Very well said. I was 15 when this came out.

@segawapeterkenyon3063

A massive lyric that depicts real soul RIP curtis hairston you made wonders with your flourishing voice

@thewyldness

One of the most infectious melodies ever.

@segawapeterkenyon3063

A brilliant and unique classic still stunning and awesome

@ERUZE

808 drum machine at its best on a classic beautiful song.

@vandrossfan

Songs like this will always have a place in my heart, just a beautiful summer groove, that gives me that feel good feeling, just love it, great days, and some wicked nights out, would love to turn the clock back for just one weekend of pure 80's grooves,  kids of today really don't know what they missed.

@ralfk.4418

OOOOOOHHHHHHHH Yeaaaarrrrr. Wie recht du hast.

@originalg6644

vandrossfan exactly, summer nights almost here

@massimilianocale5297

A pleasant spring breeze on your skin and then you happen to hear BBQ Band and their Genie .. .. you wouldn't ask for more....

@agfagaevart

kids today have fun their own way...there's nothing to miss.

@mrtruthhurts2307

Wow the late Curtis Hairston is from Winston Salem North Carolina what a beautiful song

@andrerobberts6892

Seriously? Stephan a Smith is from Winston Salem as well!!!! What a coincidence. Curtis Hairston is very underrated.

@jamieadger3179

this kind of music makes u feel sooooooo good

@reggiestarke437

YESSSSSSSSS...Takes U BACK to those Days, Times & Moments:):)):)))

@jamieadger3179

I get chillz listening to this kind of music

@lakeisharobinson2132

2019

@brocksamson8634

truly

@MrMartinskinner

Absolute monster classic. Still sounds as good as when it came out!!!

@yvetjose

Curtis Hairston's distinguished vocals as lead on this cut will have anyone praying for a magic lamp. Such a beautiful soul gone way to soon....sleep in power Sir

@michellecrusoe9648

Curtis Hairston doing that LIBRA thang.....Shining!!!

@jenga181

who was the female voice?

@ericgielisse5464

I believe it is Ullanda Mccullough (not sure) But she was definitly a (background) vocalist in the B. B. & Q. Band

@jenga181

thank u much...does "mutual attraction" make u feel those butterflies?

@ericgielisse5464

However, now you "Change" the subject of the B.B. & Q. Band

@vohqehbigt

Your wish is my command
I'm your genie
Your wish is my command
Can't you feel the magic?

You've rescued me from this loneliness
A shelter so deep inside
I thought there'd never be that special one
But you had the magic touch

I will pray to you for wishes that your heart desire
(Yes, I will, girl)
Give you happiness, fulfil all your dreams
With the magic of love!

Your wish is my command
I'm your genie
Your wish is my command
Can't you feel the magic?

You set me free from the misery
Of having to be all alone
You handled me, oooh, so tenderly
No moist love of mystery

I will treasure you more than all the pictures in the world
(You're so precious)
Grant your wish inside, I can never let you go
I'm a captive of your love!

Your wish is my command
I'm your genie
Your wish is my command
Can't you feel the magic?

Your wish is my command
I'm your genie
Your wish is my command
Can't you feel the magic?

Your wish is my command (Your wish is my command)
I'm your genie
Your wish is my command
Can't you feel the magic? (Can't you feel, can't you feel the magic, yeaheah)

Your wish is my command
I'm your genie (I'm your genie)
Your wish is my command (Is my command)
Can't you feel the magic?

Your wish is my command (Can't you feel the magic?)
I'm your genie
Your wish is my command (Yeaheah)
Can't you feel the magic?

Your wish is my command (Yeaheah)
I'm your genie
Your wish is my command
Can't you feel the magic? (Can't you feel the magic?)

Your wish is my command (Is my command)
I'm your genie
Your wish is my command
Can't you feel the magic?

@jeffreythompson6330

Thanks my friend! 😊

@Dom0766

This is what I grew up to. You just don't get music like this anymore. 🕺🏽😎

@H2oSoSo

I was 20 in 85 this decade will be in my eyes the most musically creative now I'm almost 58 and I'm still shivering forever

@DettraKeys

RIP Curtis! Your voice was so amazing and unique. You are truly missed! #Genie #YourWishIsMyCommand

@martinplatt5928

Incredible singer.

@TheGPELLICER5

the best voice for ballads this song is special for me i hope you're singing in the heaven

@francisfrederick5600

34yrs on BBQ band feat the legendary Curtis Hairston Genie no one in 2019 no disrespect no one has stepped in to his shoes another time another place respect to a forgotten underated legend.

@blackgold63

Nobody can replicate the sounds and vocal of this song..

@segawapeterkenyon3063

A massive and Timeless classic RIP curtis hairston he was the band leader with a unique and exclusive voice music at that time was so sensational thnks for sharing this music never gets old

@vernaris9578

Genie is flat out smooth, no other way to put it. music now days just doesn't have heart and soul like this.

@terencegreen5004

I agree with you. So sad the music they have to listen to today. It's almost a crime. Peace.

@samayo9746

There's no music nowadays. Moreso the rap (whatever it's called now) version of things is so terrible it's annoying.

@gooner4831

Beautiful and timeless

@hamansutra

A True Masterpiece - When Music was Music

@dabozz2873

i hear you baby

@waynegraves6446

I agree

@paulpenn8325

hamansutra fantastic music era pure magic. Paul 1961

@217champion

hamansutra This is back when you had to have talent to get a record deal.

@needlessoptions

Music is still music guys, shit changes.

@arigeorgiou8431

85, what a year for soul music! I remember the 80s with great fondness.
This reminds me of 52nd Street: Tell me how it feels and Juicy: Bad Boy. (also released that year). So glad I grew up during that special period.

@mbongenincube2220

I feel sorry for people who have never listened to this song it simply means they have never heard beautiful music

@markmeade478

RIP Curtis Hairston, what great music you left .
Classic! !!!!!!😆

@cksdobber

This song is just perfect 👌🏾🔮💫

@_notrealw3ro_644

Denzel really sample this song and make it fire

@reggiestarke437

Reminds Me of The SOS BAND...PURE 80s SOUL - THEE JOINT!!!!!!!!!

@TheTrent814

This is beautiful music. The vocals are awesome. Listen to all the different instruments being played. Awesome

@mauricekelly3535

One of my favorite songs of 85'. It still sounds good.

@TheDinky27

yes it does

@formula1dude531

It's a smooth hit..a lot of people don't even know it. Their just hearing it for the 1st time , even for some of them that were from the 80's

@shazkhan7504

My favourite track of all time. So smooth and soothing. Can never get tired of listening to this masterpiece.

@huggybear9937

words can never say enough for old jams like these !

@coachrobinson9958

Reminds me of Lakeside's "Your wish is my command". As well as The SOS Band's "No one is gonna love you." :)))))

@oldskoolzeta

classic

@patrickotshumbe4201

Spot on

@francisfrederick5600

30yrs on you are listening to one of the greatest underated 80s soul funk bands BBQ feat the legendary Curtis Hairston Genie in 2017 no one notoday disrespect is up these forgotten classic 80s soul funk smooth classics

@kiddie66

the 80's soul scene was fantastic back in the day. happy and uplifting. luckily we have have you tube to witness what you missed out on. your wise words are a credit to you good self. maximum respect to you.

@jeanniemarie2058

Love this group and their smooth sound. " I'm your Genie can't you feel the magic?"

@BDdePaula

pra mim a voz do Curtis Hairston sempre será a mais bonita de todos os tempos

@alandthekidd

Riding around NYC when this was out playing on radio was a levitating experience.

@2006canna

US Navy Base in Italy. That's when all started. Born i 1966. Sos Band, T-Connection, Atlantic Star, Midnight Star, Cameo, Evelyn Champagne King, Melba Moore, Kashif. Cherelle, Alexander O,Neal.............Good Old Times............the real thing. Thanks for posting this. Ciao.

@cloudsleyfalconbridge

Super Classic. Just some of the absolute best music out there.

@jojohackney6911

Takes me back to being 15 listening to this on Radio London and Radio Caroline...aww

@Asarekojo

My dad have the LP. Classic!! Loved being born in 1982

@mbongenincube2220

One of the best songs from the 80s-lovely sutff

@terrencesampson7786

Such a great song to ride to or listen to at home if you have a good sound system.

@martinplatt5928

Indeed....great sound Terence

@deeirv9631

Terrence Sampson real talk, my girl is Spanish and all she know is salsa and the bachata. I try to teach her the two step and it's like I'm teaching her how to walk all over again lol, we started all of this, I can do all of what she easy but she better learn some soul two step before we get clowed out the function lol.

@ItsMeJoshLee

Misread that at first lol. "great song to ride to"🤣

@originalg6918

I feel it bro. 1 in the morning, with the windows down, fresh air and empty streets 🙏🏻

@glauciorodriguesalves5307

No RJ/ Brazil, tive som AKAI e GRADIENTE completo, Bass Booster, de 1980 a 1991, me roubaram, mas em 1995 Deus me deu outro SANSUI e KENWOOD. !!!!!

@user-pt8fg8ix1c

Not heard this track for 34 years🤯❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

@ruemumchloe1928

If you still listening to this in 2022, you are a great legend

@MrHawkeye1906

Now....you got you somethin....this is my favorite-helped me through childhood, 2 marriages and Grad School!! A!! Phi!!! My Aunt Carol used to roller skate off this when I was a kid!!! Peace to Muskogee, Oklahoma and my Mom Wanda Mae.

@juanluciano2552

They don't make songs like this anymore, dope track it takes me back in the day

@flaylikespikachu15

to those alive today in this era who are listening,
this is the jam right here! WAYYYY before the time when
we had that dance, techno, & EDM cheese we got today.

@briangr1012

Spot on proper music...

@breakmon240

Heard this song back in the '80's loved it but never knew you sang it till now..........B.B.&Q Wish I knew then what I know now, so many great songs from the '80's that I missed and I was a roller-skaTER!!

@jameskillion2497

Nice! Sounds like a cross between the SOS band and Loose Ends.

@originalg6644

James Killion Fr haha

@Solomonreborn

Well said

@bellathelady

Right lol, and Midnight Starr too

@robjames1963

Yes. The backing also reminds me of "Say I'm you're number one" by Princess.

@FMack-wm2bh

Damn right

@kittypetluver

This song has captured my heart. Simply beautiful.

@lindakops310

Ai meu Deus !!!! Fico toda derretida com essa música do BB&QBand! Que obra prima incopiavel !!!! Que tesouro!!!! Aaaaaaaaaaamo !!!!! Aqui em Brasil/ Salvador 29/06/2019.

@ricardoseveriano8423

TMB GOSTO MUITO!!!

@michelelaraia7358

Italia/Trani 10/5/2022.

@franckoak707

Somente quem tem bom gosto e um QI elevado consegue ouvir músicas deste nível 🙂🙂🙂🙂🙂

@segawapeterkenyon3063

BB and Q band was so amazing and awesome curtis hairston RIP you did a great job this jam never gets old thnks for uploading still rocking 2022

@1971andymac

Today’s offerings of this style of music is so sad look back to this era and think wow how good did we have it. Helen I would have loved to spot you across the floor with the big hair and infectious smile

@yourturnbull7978

Often thought what it would have been like meeting you across a dance floor back when music sounded like this

@1971andymac

Would have been a good night

@yourturnbull7978

I know it would have been amazing. Take me dancing soon

@TheTrent814

I listen to this song alot. This is banging. Luv it. Very good music

@BARLEYSWORLDMANCHESTER

Curtis Hairston what a voice, this is the tune that ranks with the best from SOS Band & CHANGE.
I'm 52 and have just gone back to the 80s with this tune and my first ❤️.
😀🙏🏾💫✨👍🏾
You're very welcome.

@collapsiblechair9112

Such a smooth but deep sound, seductive and dreamy with a very tactile bass and scintillating production

@125or200px

This is what i call 80s soul. So many good tunes and atrist`s around back then. Shalamar,Alex Oniel,Chaka Khan.etc

@aharvin3282

Loving beautiful black Muzik brought me here 🤗

@tevinwebb

Sample from Propain (ft. K.R.I.T) - “Your Wish” brought me here!

@Asarekojo

Should be over a million views!

@brownsugah5198

2022 and this song still knocks! Classics never get old!!

@CodyCole80

🥰 Nothing beats the sound of 80’s R&B. Groovy, yet Smooth, & Relaxing. The ultimate cruise music. 🎶
This sounds like something Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis would’ve produced. 👍🏾

@abrahamjackson6019

The producer of this masterpiece was affiliated with jam and Lewis

@donshields5447

I happened upon this song.... and 'MY OH MY'...what a wonderful, beautiful, and soul emotional soothing song.  The music has a S.O.S. Band feel to it. Listening to it is so enriching....the 80's era rule! Immersed in the sounds, I can't help but point-up the fact that Houston radio personalities and club D J's, for so long, have had / still have their 'heads in the sand' as the proverbial saying goes when it comes to showcasing / playing quality music from around the country. The aforementioned are stuck...and still stuck to this day with playing the same old tunes- over and over again! That said I betcha a whole block or two of Rap "Urban Thug Noise / Pole and Pose Dance Music" or a half a dozen kitchens or more of Zydeco "Pot and Pan Music" that this song has never been played in the Houston area- on air or in the clubs…lol.

@mannypintado8349

Another beautiful Summer 85 Classic.

@BKDotDavis

Sounds like the 80s, mannnnnnn! Oh, how I miss those days! Everything was poppin; it was all about the party and having a good time. We worked hard (lots of overtime) just so we could party hard!
It was the best times being single, free disengaged, growing up in NYC in the 80s yo!!

@smooveface

Curtis was one of the most underrated vocalist for his time. The purity in his tone and delivery was actually very much on par with Luther Vandross. Yes, I said it and will stand by that. The only difference was Curtis did not have the label resources for marketing and promotions. He was truly a vocal genius. Not to mention he arranged all of the background harmonies himself. RIP my friend. You are really missed.

@jameshhenderson8243

North Carolina talent at its best. He is surely missed.

@jadengregg4832

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@thunderandlight431

Still have the original on 7" vinyl (and still play it).
True tune!!!

@veeussery7788

I still love this song! I wish they still made music like this 💕

@EddieBlanks

👊🏾

@craigclark1980

I absolutely love the fact that so many rappers like to sample older r&b tunes. If Payroll Giovanni wouldn't have used this on his "Where I'm From" song and someone else knew what the sample was, then I probably would've never found out about this "Genie" hit!!! Once again, another young rapper helping to keep old school classics alive and relevant.

@eggypsy2080

Eastside Detroit all day!! I miss home 😣😣😣

@sommermadness

What up doe

@terencegreen5004

I miss it to. Electrifying Mojo blasting on my radio. Riding down Jefferson, heading to Belle Isle. Westside 8- mile & Wyoming. Nuthin but love. Miss you Motor City. Peace.

@JamaaladeenTacuma

Up tonight after a small performance here in Philadelphia As my family is sleep I'm in tears feeling sad and happy at the same time listening to one of my friends who passed away some years ago. His name was Kae Williams who was responsible for so many hits from Philadelphia. Kae produced my record Boss of the Bass and he was a perfectionist as you can hear on this recording here. He prided himself in doing the best production job that he could producing recordings with the best audio fidelity. I learned a lot from him and I do miss him. Peace

@basehead617

+Jamaaladeen Tacuma Kae was fantastic. By the way I really enjoy your work as well, you have quite a list of credits sir!!

@ronnieperdue5997

Copy that

@roddogsmix

@@basehead617 I loved those Breakwater albums!!

@Keitarts

As one of the baddest bass players out there, your praise is greatly valued. Loved your work w/ Ornette in "Dancing..." Take care and carry on.

@pcskillz42

I'm glad I found this song again, its been some years since the last time I heard it

@reggiestarke437

"Curtis Hairston" & "B B & Q Band" were UNSUNG...☆♡☆♡☆♡☆♡☆♡☆♡!!!!!!