New Attitude
Saturday 9: New Attitude (1984)
Unfamiliar with this week's tune? Hear it here.
1) In this song, Patti Labelle sings that she feels good from her hat to her shoes. Do you often wear hats or caps? I do wear hats especially in the summer because of my sensitivity to the sun. I also, love them in winter..
2) The lyrics tell us that Patti's worries are few. Is anything particular bothering you as you answer these questions?Well, I had a pretty good report from the doctor this morning, so actually no worries! Thank you, Lord!!
3) The video for this song takes place in a high-end boutique. What's the most recent article of new clothing you bought, and where did you buy it? I buy probably most of my clothing from J Jill online or some also, from Land's End.
4) In 2019, a street in Philadelphia was renamed "Patti LaBelle Way." At the ceremony, she was referred to as "The Godmother of Soul." Do you have godparents? If yes, tell us about them. No, I did not!
5) Patti dropped out of high school during her senior year. When she was in her mid-30s, she went to night school and earned her diploma. Do you have any diplomas or certificates framed and displayed in your home or office? Nope, I keep them in my bedside drawer.
6) Patti was once engaged to Otis Williams, founder of the Motown super group The Temptations. Who is your favorite Motown recording artist? (Here is a list.) Oh, my, I loved Motown,, can I list Marvin Gaye ten times. I loved his music. The Four Tops, Gladys Knight and the Pips, The Miracles, Martha and the Vandellas, The Supremes, Stevie Wonder, and the Temptations, to name a few.
7) A diabetic herself, Patti has volunteered her time to organizations that fight the disease. Do you know anyone currently dealing with diabetes? I am type II, but well maintained by my 2 grams a day of my drug I take. So I am thankful .. I got a pretty good report on my bloodwork today, Thank you, Lord!!
8) In 1984, when this song was popular, Angela Lansbury premiered in Murder, She Wrote, a show still seen in reruns today. Were you a fan? I would watch it but not regularly. I am not that into detective mysteries.
9) Random question: What's your secret to a good night's sleep? I wish I could find it. A couple of nights ago I got 2 hours of sleep. I need to break out the melatonin again! But that isn't an end all thing!
9) Random question: What's your secret to a good night's sleep? I wish I could find it. A couple of nights ago I got 2 hours of sleep. I need to break out the melatonin again! But that isn't an end all thing!
I will add I'm not too much of a fan of the top song, but I love this duet Patti did with Michael McDonald!
That is a great video that you posted! I heard Michael McDonald in concert with Chaka Khan a couple of years ago, I think right before Covid hit. Listening to that music makes me feel young again!
ReplyDeleteI love to listen to the songs of my youth, as well. It amazes me that I can usually remember the lyrics so well, but I am pretty forgetful in my life! But yes, I love the oldies and Goldies!
Delete"On My Own" is wonderful, too. Thanks for sharing. My all-time favorite Patti song is "If Only You Knew." She's terrific.
ReplyDeleteI will have to go back and listen to taht one. I do not think I know it!
DeleteI am so glad you got a good report from your doctor! That is scary for me. I am never sure what the doctors are going to say. Loved your answers! Have a nice weekend!
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Thank you for the sweet comment! Yes, I spent the week sort of dreading it, and it all turned out ok!
DeleteMy roommate in college was a Marvin Gaye fan.
ReplyDeleteGood doctor reports are always great.
ReplyDeleteMarvin Gaye is a great choice. I was raised on Motown and I love it!
ReplyDeleteAs a young married woman I save up my money to purchase a Motown box of the best of Motown and we played it all the time! But Marvin .. loved him best of all!
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