Roberta Flack - Trade Winds 

2021 and Roberta’s timeless vocals and lyrics are a beautiful refuge from the constant noise of the day.....

I am so happy that she has been able to sing Trade winds!The lyrics are still current and effective!With Roberta singing the message is delivered!

I met Roberta at the Aspen airport in 1990, and when I told her I loved her, her singing, her songs, and especially this one, she gave me a big smack on the lips ! My heart still races at the memory.

A beautiful song sung by Roberta Flack with poignant lyrics. I’m glad I’ve found this tonight.

Wow been listening her all my life ...how come I didn’t know bout this hidden Gem?? Absolutely splendid

Beautiful song. 😍😍

I remember this as a teen, played it over and over in my head for almost 50 years and now to hear it again is awesome.

Excellent sung . I love this arrangement. Touches the Soul. Being PERFORMED BY A Soulful Lady.

I first heard this song about 15 years ago and thought then how true it is. I’m 75 years old and think is an appropriate song for the times our country is in now. A beautiful and poignant song. Just love it.

This is the most beautiful song and sadly after 43 years nothing has changed ! I played this endlessly in 1972 and thank you for sharing this on RU-vid. I wish someone would start a campaign to bring this song back as it is even more than relevant today! Beautiful haunting song and their are no words for Roberta's voice. I was lucky to see her in concert in the 70's and she was mesmerizing. No one sings like Roberta!

This song is still relevant today i get chills listening to it. Hang tough America don't give up!

Beautiful song, beautiful person!

Lawd ... THIS is on the scale of Marvin Gaye's What's Goin' On & Mercy Mercy Me... with her amazing lyrics & amazing vocals. THIS song & THIS version of THIS song NEEDS to be put into a prominent movie soundtrack that is directed at today's youth...something similiar to The Freedom Writer's... to put it onto the music charts & into people's hearts & minds !!! It's message is timely & timeless !!!

I was just about 13 years old when I first heard this song It is so so applicable for these days we are living in.

One of the greatest interpreters of song in our time. Saw her at a fundraiser for Harlem Hospital at Riverside Church in 1977 where she opened with a cover on Melba Moore's hit "I am his Lady" and Roberta's cover was to this day the most perfectly rendered song I have ever heard. Her musicians looked almost like a random assortment of folks when they preceded her to the alter in the sanctuary of the chapel but when they picked up their instruments and she sat at the piano and sang that first lyric, she had us all for the rest of the evening. When she finished that first song, there was a moment of silence as if none of us could believe that we had just shared such an exquisite moment as her FIRST SONG and then the applause thundered so loud that they shook the stained glass! She never recorded the song and in many ways it made her performance of it even more special. It always seemed to be a mark of the greats that they could perform a song that someone else made popular and do it so much better that you cannot go back and listen to the other singer's version. What a brilliant talent this woman is.

A classic from an underrated beautiful singer named Roberta

This song is timeless, was apparent in the 70 s and is just as , if not more now. Song of truth and what a rendition.

And i have been listen to it since 1972, My mother played this song so much, and i still have the 45 it came on, Awesome song, Very true,

This song is describing todays situaťions. Such a nice song.💖💕❤💓💝💖💕❤💝💖💕

I remember when I was about 12 years old when I heard "Patches" by Clarence Carter for the first time, the song hit my little pea brain so powerfully that I cried. 41 years later, this song did the same to me( I have a bigger brain now though). No other song has ever had such an effect on me. The funny thing is I've heard this song before, by Lou Rawls and Randy Crawford, but Ms. Flack's rendition just does something to me. Thank you Mr Smith for posting this version. Thank you, Ms. Flack, for crooning a timeless ballad. I love you, God bless you eternally.

2020 and still loving Roberta!

After all these years this song Still touches me. The words to this song is powerful. I love Roberta Flack version of this song and how she deliver it.

After all these years, it seems that people still aren't listening. This song along with a few others, explains in detail the troubles that face our youth. We can teach our babies how to "TWERK" (whatever the hell that stands for), they can repeat verbatim "Tom Ford" but have no idea nor an ear for the conscious truth told in this song. How sad.

The most beautiful song by the most beautiful black woman ever !

Still a beautiful omg. COVID -19,2020. Things still haven't changed that much, if any.

Roberta flack, you are a diamond in the sky, a soul sweet and dreamy. Be with my heart

What A Beautiful Lyric ❤🙏🏽❤

After selling her a sandwich at the Aspen airport(about 1988,I think) I told Roberta this was my favorite song,and God bless her - she kissed me!

ONE OF THE MOST BEAUTIFUL SONGS EVER!!!!

I was 6yrs old when this song came out. I loved it when my mother use to play it and I still love it now.

An Unending standing ovation 🙇🏾‍♀️ . So relevant in 2021 . ThankYou!

gorgeous!! nobody can do it like Ms. Flack

Les dejo la traducción de esta bella canción Vientos alisios Aquí estoy mirando Mirando a mi alrededor Mientras todo a mi alrededor ¿Qué veo? Caras infelices detrás de una sonrisa pintada Dolor de corazón y soledad vestidos con estilo moderno Personas infelices que viven en el pecado y la vergüenza Reflexiones de mí mismo La vida no es un juego fácil Estamos atrapados en los vientos alisios Los vientos alisios de nuestros tiempos Aquí estoy mirando Mirando a mi alrededor Mientras me rodeaba ¿Qué es lo que veo? Chicas jóvenes que pronto se convertirán Caminantes de la calle en la noche Muchachos jóvenes, el sangrado inquieto (sabiendo lo que van a encontrar) Buscando una pelea Niños, ricos y pobres Están buscando la verdad Si no lo encuentran Dios ayude a la juventud del mañana Estamos atrapados en los vientos alisios Los vientos alisios de nuestros tiempos Vientos alisios están soplando Soplando a mi alrededor Mientras me rodeaba ¿Qué es lo que veo? (odio y celos) El odio y los celos La burdedad se está muriendo (El amor es lo que realmente necesitamos) El amor es la respuesta Que nadie va a comprar La gente buena se vuelve mala Algunos no, pero son pocos Los vientos están soplando Tu elección depende de ti Estamos atrapados en los vientos alisios Los vientos alisios de nuestro tiempo Sí, estamos atrapados en los vientos alisios Los vientos alisios de nuestro tiempo Estamos atrapados en los vientos alisios Los vientos alisios de nuestro tiempo

B side of a record n the juke at a Pizza Hut in the 70’s. Thanks Chris for telling me about it. Great song.

I have been searching too, i can't believe its not on the greatest Roberta Flack hits list

These lyrics are so very relevant in our times too... sad but oh so true... and it's getting worse evidently....

Man real talk, the first time I heard this song was when my pops had me in a bar room, I kinda got the feeling he was foreshadowing us "Millennials" mind you I'm 38 now but I was 9 years of age when exposed to this gem!😲😳💯

She sang this a longtime ago. It still is pertinent. I love the way she delivers the message. I cry every time I sing it. The children of rich and poor are looking for the truth and if they don’t find it, god help tomorrow’s youth! I loose it on that line!

How come they don't make songs like this anymore? I luv it

On some real shit tho.....I remember a different song in Mule's 7th Ward New Orleans....My step pops usta have me listening to this shit.

I have been looking for this song for a long time. thank you for posting it . this song was the song of the graduating class of Overbrook High 1973 also it was the in our year book the song is a timeless jewel. just like What's goin on by Marvin Gaye. thank you

So beautiful and soul touching and timeless.. lyrics and the soulful voice of Roberta Flack. Tonight I heard this beautiful song for the very first time. She's such a beautiful woman and amazing artist... God bless us everyone always...

I absolutely LOVE Miss Roberta Flack, Unfortunately she did not get the recognition she deserved but hose of us who know the quality of her music will always recognize the meaningfulness of her music. Trade Winds is one of her treasures!!!

This explains the problems in our societies today. Is anyone taking notice of what this social scientist, Roberta said decades ago?

Ms. Flack is ABSO FUKIN LUTELY FABULOUS!

I' pretty sure this was the B side of "First Time ever ...." in the UK. May have been a slightly different version.

2019 Nothing has changed! This is such a sad song. I listened to it way back then and even now. The Trade Winds of Our Time! What a song!! Roberta Flack💝💝💝💝

This song clearly paints the true picture of today's society,hate mass shootings and all the political unrest that's reaping havoc on our daily lives which in return only brings heartache and sorrow ,it's as if we have to ask ourselves do love exist in this vacuum of a bitter society,this is surely the tradewinds of our time.

One of my all time favorites. As true now as it was 20+ years ago. Lou Rawls and Randy Crawford also have great versions. Our young ones need honesty and guidance as well as love..

I love the flow and instrumentation of this song, some of the lyrics I would change a little but the elements of the song bring in comparisons to Nina Simone.

Fantastic song covered by a lot of great artists including Rod Stewart who does a brilliant version and of course the original Lou Rawls

So true God help tomorrow youth

David Wainwright: Trade Winds was written by Cliff Friends and Chales Tobias it was originally released by The Three Degrees in January, 1972 and by Roberta Flack in February, 1972.

I've been looking all over for this song for the past 30 years or so, thanks for posting, it is my all-time fav song of hers...

not one thing changed not one thing all of things she is singing right now in my face so sad I have been lisening this for 7 years my mom was singing this song to me to make me stop crying sad now I am 18

Simply....Relevent lyrics...timeless reflections of ours society, past ,and, present. Let's become aware of the true struggles...become the change we want to see....Let's not stay caught in the very real currents of disstruction. Feel me like I feel this meaningful message in song.

Ms. flack's exquisite, elegance depicts a world reeling in every conceivable vice as it careens to its inevitable hideous apocalypse

MY FAVORITE ROBERTA SONG

She is one of my most favorite artistes ever.

First time I heard this was in a jukebox in a restaurant with my baby and the locals in Nassau providence island Bahamas-it was a perfect introduction to what has become a favorite tune of mine-yes the lyrics are timeless no matter the era , the place you hear it-✌🏻️Hear (ha ha) is to the world recovering asap

a partir del minuto 3.50 se desgarra en la entonación! me conmueve tanto !

Songwriters: Ralph MacDonald, William Salter

One of the most profound & relevant songs ever, even today. Synthetic World by Swamp Dogg is a another....

Take yo time Miss Flack!!

Wow what a voice and emotion...oustanding and timeless, cld be referring to these times.

Angels are blowing on us and time again!

Bless you, Roberta Flack.

Still relevant.

I came here from Randy Crawford’a beautiful cover from 1981, all those years I didn’t know it was a Roberta Flack original, until about 5 years ago. As far as the lyrics go, some things change, but these words are truer and unfortunate the last decade then even back then in the 70’s and 80’s. All of our traditions that our parents and grandparents us are blowing out with the tradewinds. The present young generation has no clue what’s right and wrong these days.

She helps so many artists get started artists Pebo , Donnie Hathaway, Luther Vandross amazing female thank you😊

One of my Most Memorable Songs. I hope to record this song. Growing up in theSouth was a Memorable Time in the History Of My Life. This is also a song for the world Of TODAY. THANK YOU Roberta Flack..... 😊💕

Does anyone know how Roberta gets that vintage sound on her voice? It sounds like she’s underwater, what effect is that?

I believe it was written by Rod Stewart , I also LOVE Randy Crawfords version x

I grew up listning to roberta flack .she is the singer till date

One of my favorite songs and artists. I was in the Peace Corps in early 1970s when I first heard it. Relevant then and now

The great Ms Flack; an awesome cover of a great song originally done by the Three Degrees!

que emotividad! no entiendo casi nada pero...me conmueve la entonación

Simply beautiful ✨🎼🌻🎶🎧🎵💫

Shots out to dad that had me in that ballroom when I was a kid and one of them drunk S.O. Be's pur that song on.... good times coming from a Millennial born in 82 😑😌

Oh my gosh, this is 3x the song of the hit side of this record!! And showcases her beeeuuuoootiful voice!!! So silky!!

I have always loved this since I first heard it by 'The Three Degrees' I adore this version as well.

I like your description Pierre! Thank you for song and your existense.

Never heard this one be4, indeed a gem!

@missdeebates Not written by Rod Stewart, but by Ralph MacDonald, William Salter

what a beautiful song........puts me in such an emotional state.......

Thank you sooo much for posting this...I've been looking for it for a long time...Brings back some tender memories!!! Tricia

Thank u so much for posting this song! I've been looking for it for many years...This song, was ahead of it's time! The time is now! This song needs a come back! Thanks again...

From the tribe of Judah love her wow anyone that knows the song is blessed

I love esta VOZ a esta mujer imortal quien me arropado con su armoniosa voz.

Andreas Herbert Barthol Cleveland Ohio LIL HERB ON DA CURB CLEVELAND OHIO ANDREAS LOVES YOU ❤️😊

I always thought Lou Rawls sang the original version of this song.

she is out of this world

I love this y'all don't know

for the person who thinks that this song is kinda boring, listen to the lyrics

The tradewinds are blowing today

Loved Roberta in the 70s Still love her now in 2019

Trade winds of Our Time. 🤔🙏🏽 🇺🇸🙄

Thay do make them like this eaney more 😢🎉

2020 this song is forever timely

Love this s song it says so much about today