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Story by: Gail Nobles
Keyboardist: Gail Nobles
Vocals: Gail Nobles
Today’s topic: Timeless Love of Commodores.
You know, when I think about the Commodores and Lionel Richie, it’s like remembering an old family reunion. These folks were not just a band; they were family. They harmonized so well together, it felt like they were sharing secrets right into your heart. Then, Lionel Richie decided to venture off and make a name for himself as a solo artist, and suddenly we had two stories unfolding: Lionel Richie, the solo star, and the Commodores, still belting out those joyful tunes.
And here’s the thing—when groups split up, it’s often for a bunch of reasons we’ll probably never fully understand. Yet, just because they go their separate ways doesn’t mean they can't reunite for a joyful occasion now and again. Who says family can’t come together to celebrate what they once had? Look, they may never record new songs as the Commodores again, but if they step out on stage together, it will be like watching a family embrace after years apart. It can bring smile.
Now, sure, there are complexities. Some people hold grudges or find it hard to forgive. But for those who genuinely care for each other, life’s too short to let ego stand in the way. They’ve worked hard to create the magic we’ve all enjoyed—think about it! Songs that have become the soundtrack to our lives. My personal favorite? "Jesus is Love." Just hearing that takes me back to a time when love was not just a theme but a lifeline. We need that song more than ever, don’t you think?
And let’s face it, somewhere along the way, we get tangled up in money and material things—things that really don’t matter in the grand scheme. It seems we often forget what those songs from the Commodores stood for: love, pure and simple. Today, we could sure use more of that. We don’t hear many bands singing about love in the way the Commodores did. They poured their hearts out, and it showed.
So let’s celebrate the Commodores, a group that truly taught us about love, through their music and their brotherhood. They had that special something that made their melodies linger in the air long after the song ended. Maybe, just maybe, if the stars align, we’ll see them back together again—singing and reminding us all what love really means. Wouldn’t that be something?
I’m Gail Nobles. Thank you for listening to NOBLES BROADCAST.