The Untold Truth Of Ali-Ollie Woodson(Motown Legends Ep20) 

Ali-Ollie Woodson was an amazing singer, he was one of my fave lead vocalists during the mid-1980s. Respect and RIP.

Ali Wilson was the man with a Golden Voice.💯

That man could sing, The Temptations went through some great singers. Great video 👌

Ali is my favorite of all the Temptations lead singers. Thanks for doing this video.

What a gift Mr. Woodson had . My favorite with him singing lead vocals is “ Soul to Soul”. His phrasing and the different ranges are amazing. And his interviews was so professional and informative. Of course no one could really replace David, but then again, David, Dennis,Ollie all brought their own talented vocals to all of the songs that they sang on . RIP Ollie you was truly a talented man.

Wow! 2 me Ali-Ollie Woodson sang lead on the best Temptations song called Treat Her Like A Lady! He was sooo fine and equally as talented! I still listen 2 Treat Her Like A Lady! Rest n Paradise, Ali-Ollie Woodson. U are so missed.

I liked Ali Ollie Woodson lead voice over Dennis Edwards. He reminded me so much of David.

Olli is and was the best lead vocalist, he hit notes that aren't even listed on the musical note scale. What was so funny he made it all sound so effortlessly when singing on stage.

He was sososo sosossoo underrated

Thank you, Ollie, for the friendship that we developed. U r truly one of the greatest lead vocalists that I have ever known. I love performing, "Treat Her Like a Lady & Lady Soul." U r truly missed my brother, but your legacy keeps us inspired. I know the Angels in Heaven are harmonizing with you.

His voice was just outstanding. He just fit right in with the Temptation's

I love Treat Her Like a Lady!!! I remember it from when I was a little girl!

He is my favorite singer of all time

Mr. Woodson is literally in my top 5 vocalist his range is amazing

Mr. Woodson was big time a showman and a versatile talent.

My opinion is that he was the best lead singer.

Great video I agree with you you can tell by the temptation last hit which was Stay Theo Peoples you could hear Mr Wilson's influence on him I actually thought it was Ali Wilson I must agree yes the smoothness of David and the power of Dennis wrapped up into one most definitely one of their best leads of all time

Now I agree that Dennis and David were great singers but Ali ain't second or third chair to anybody!!!!

The Temptations have had some wonderful lead singers. David, Eddie, Dennis, & Damon immediately come to mind. However, Woodson was - without a doubt, THE most versatile of them all. I've been a Motown fan since they first started....when I was just a little fellow. David Eddie Dennis Damon....and Paul & Richard, were all teriffic singers....Ali though, was in a different league. Unlike the others though, the Temptations weren't getting those great, 3 minute Motown songs written for them for Ali to lead on. There were a few great ones, but nowhere near the 60's to mid 80's classics. Ali didn't get the pin of a David or an Eddie, but his voice was as pure & beautiful as anyone's, although the script guy put him 3rd behind David & Dennis, & didn't even mention Eddie (just bcuz Eddie sang tenor, didn't take away for his power at all!

He was # 1 no doubt! hands down.👍

He was sosossoo brilliant

This was very good. I played drums for Ali for a couple years. He was a great singer.

Ali to me was number one of the Temps lead singer.

Treat her like a lady was one that stood out in my mind but when they done ‘Soul to Soul’ especially on Soul Train where Don Cornelius hosted the show. When Don said get me a uniform I ready and then gave sample of lyric soul to soul. The Temptations just laughed.. They never fun of anybody as Don pitch was clearly off.. and then when they lit onto that song and Ollie and Ron go back n forth it makes you want to cry. Melvin reaching down to the bottom of the well on those low notes while Otis and Richard carry the melody. There is nothing better..’I just need someone to talk to’..soul to soul..Then Ollie soars way up in the clouds like he’s preaching a gospel.. Don’t get nobody than that.. January 7. 2023 LB..🎉

What a wonderful experience I had in my life. Meeting Ali Woodson at the Pied Piper Los Angeles, California. I asked the band, Harris & Company to learn, "Treat Her Like a Lady & Lady Soul." They did and one Monday night at the Pied Piper, Ali showed up and we showed out. The more I listened to Ali, the more I learned about becoming not only a singer, but a true entertainer. I remember one night in November in 1990, I took my brother, my sister and sister-in-law to the Hilton Hotel in Las Vegas to see the Temptations and Four Tops perform. My Father had just passed away on August 9, 1990. Ali and the Temptations serenaded my big sister that night and she as well as my brother and sister-in-law truly enjoyed themselves. After the show was over with, we went back stage and met Ali and the Temptations. My sister asked the Temptations for a group hugg and the obliged her. She and Ali remained hugged and at this, I expressed his condolences on behalf of himself and the Temptations on the loss of our father. To this day, whenever and wherever I perform, "Treat Her Like a Lady, Lady Soul and A Song for You" are included in my repertoire. Thank you my brother for the legacy of music and love you left her with us. R.I.P.

That true in my opinion he was number 2 behind David

Jus watch him on a Re run of Jamie foxx show he is an all star and could act too play piano and sing good in sitcom

Ali was somethin' special! Often times singing groups have to replace legends with guys just filling a spot. But, the Temptations have had unbelievable success when it comes to lead singers. I think it's a matter of personal taste who would be the greatest. One of my favorite songs lead by Ali is 'It's A Fine Mess.'

This was my guy right here..

Greatest singer of temptations!!!great voice

He was the greatest

He was the man

He was a legend

Bruh, Ollie was The BEST Temptation Voice Ever.

He was a power house

My best song by Ollie is with the (Temptations) video live- "Touch Me".

He had charisma

Well you missed this: In 2002 he recorded a song on a compilation album "Bostick" called "You Need Love', which was released in 2003. I had a chance to meet him at the listening party, as I also had a song on the album. Man, talk about start-struck.

That’s me at 5:35 (far right) I sang in Ali’s “Emperors of Soul for several years.

Came to my house in Town Creek and showed My daddy how to play some drums I had got for Christmas i was maybe 4 or 5 years old

He was sosossoo bless

I remember when he came to the Sugar Bar on open mic night back in ny. Valerie & Nick asked him to sing. He got up on that small stage & did the Gap Bands Outstanding. Must I say he had the audience there including myself rocking! He got a standing ovation afterwards along with signing autographs... Nice man! I will always cherish that moment!

He was sosossoo gifted

Correction: Treat Her Like a Lady was released in 1984 not 86.

R.I. P. Ali Ollie Woodson

Ali Ollie was definitely a worthy successor to David and Dennis. RIH

One of the greatest to ever do it! Rest In Power Ali/Ollie

His vocals on the song Special (the final Top 10 R&B single the group released), A Fine Mess, Someone and Life is But a Dream are my favorite leads of his.

He was superb

I love his voice

...yes I agree 💯the order of most powerful/ notable were David, Dennis, Ali-Ollie 🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽RIP

🥰🥰🥰 my favorite Temptation singer

My top TWO will ALWAYS BE DAVID and EDDIE..

I must respectfully disagree with you brother. David Ruffin was One of the most incredible singers I've ever heard. He had that gravely voice and then he would go up several octaves With ease. Let's not forget David's footwork and stage presents. Ollie Is a close second With a similar voice but not the same. The temptations with David and Eddie were the best versions of the temptations🔥🎤

I love his style

He was a class act

"Treat Her Like A Lady" was actually released in 1984.

I Love This R I P Ali-Ollie Woodson Thank You For Sharing.

I think he was the most talented to has well because he was not only a great singer but he played instruments has well 💯💯💯

Thank you for doing this video.👍🏽😋♥️

My man Ollie!💗

RIH Ali Ollie Woodson, a true Temptation. He was definitely a worthy successor to David Ruffin and Dennis Edwards.

Slight Correction: No one, not even Ali-Ollie Woodson, could "replace" Teddy Pendergrass. Teddy was in a class by himself, and I think Ali-Ollie would have been the first to say so. But I can't think of anyone other than Ali-Ollie who would have been a better fit for Harold Melvin & the Blue Notes at that point. But you and I are definitely on the same page in our enthusiasm for Ali-Ollie Woodson. I wasn't aware of him until he joined the the Temptations, but WOW! The first time I heard Treat Her Like A Lady," his traffic-stopping, "Who's THAT?" lead vocal performance mandated that I swing by Tower Records on Sunset Strip to grab a copy of the Temptations "Truly For You" album on my way home.

He was sosossoo fly

Nobody cant nerver ever take his place

He was sosossoo fine

He was sosossoo incredible

He was magnificent

For Lovers Only is Masterpiece

The way he started off treat her like a lady he sounded like a instrument

He was extraordinary

ALLI, I LOVED HIS STYLE. MOVES ,&GROVES RIP MY LOVER..

I miss him

I agree the man had vocals. I will put him in this category. David ruffin all time great follow behind him Dennis Edwards .Ali Definitely very talented 🎼 🎵 🎤

He was sososso talented

He was sososso smooth

For me, Ollie was #1. I worked on the road with Dennis’ group (I was road manager for Scherrie Payne’s SUPREMES for 12 years) and the two groups worked together regularly. Dennis was a lovely gentle giant, but Ollie’s voice and stage presence was unbeatable.

He is awsome!!!! Till infamy.

The Temps performed,Treat Her Like A Lady on a the show Benson I think or on a another black sitcom. I remember this for over 35 years.

He had a great voice and he was a great artidy

I love the temptations. But they had so many members was impossible to keep up. The originals with David Ruffin was the best. This is why I enjoyed the four Topps more. Same four legends for since their inception. Up until of course the great Levi Stubbs passed..

Blessed to know him. Met through Ed B. Townsend. We always called each other every holiday. Miss him.

This a master piece

Great story...

He was sososso pure

Great job thanks again

Hit those notes like spreading icing on a cake smoooth

Treat Her Like a Lady was released on November 6, 1984.

In 1999 Wooson was with Damon Harris, RIchard Street, and three others in the Temptations' Review. You can see them on clips from the 4th of July Celebration on the Capital Lawn if anyone has clips of that.

Phoenix rising had a couple nice songs

How did "Treat Her like a Lady" Not hit #1 on the R&B Charts & Not a Top 20 on the Pop Charts??!!

Oddly enough, while I never saw him perform, I met Mr. Woodson in 1999. I think he was in a mildly altered state at the time, but he was a very nice guy. I wish I *had* gotten the chance to see him perform live.

Great video. Keep up the good work!

He was sososso unqiue

His gospel 🎵 singing was on point too!

Hoops of Fire is my favorite. He took it to church on that one.

He was a very close second to me to Dennis Ruffin. One of the greatest singers of all times.

How can a group have 5 lead singers nowhere on this earth but the temptations everyone was great if you don’t agree with me then you don’t know music emporors of soul in my life time

Ida Wilson had a time here in Chattanooga Tennessee at the Hollywood style johari lounge owner of the lounge was a good friend of mine by the name of Ernest Whatley he was the one that said Allie from here cuz I went with him to the airport to drop him off and he got sick to get with the temptations play low side with guy here by the name of Larry Hudson AKA possum so your other was ahead of time here in Chattanooga has roots around here Chattanooga Tennessee as well

Luther did not do "Lady Soul" Mark Holden wrote that