He secured her an album deal with Soul Train Records and work began on her first release. The Whispers returned the favor and appeared on background vocals, baby brother of course provided keyboards and co-wrote two songs. Lucas wrote four additional tunes.
"Simply Carrie" was released in 1977. The one and only 12" single pulled from the album cemented her name in disco history. From it's release, "I Gotta Keep Dancing" was an instant hit, racing to number one on the club charts. The song was penned by her cousin Malcolm Anthony, and cousins Merlin and Wayne Bell also wrote three songs for the album. The album was rounded out with ballads and R&B numbers aimed at making Carrie a MOR artist. The album was a real family affair.
By now Griffey and Lucas had become an "item" and both suffered from negative talk in the L.A. music scene. Undeterred they began work on her sophmore release, 1978's "Street Corner Symphony." The album had Greg on keyboards/arrangements, and even Griffey added his vocal lead on a track, The Whispers added backgrounds and served as co-producers as well. Once again a single 12" was released of the title track, a hommage to 1960's doo wop groups. This album was released on Griffey's own label the newly formed Solar Records (Sound Of Los Angeles Records).
Carrie had set a formula and true to it, she released one album and one 12" single in 1979. By now Griffey's stable of artists included Lakeside, The Whispers, Carrie Lucas, Shalamar, and Dynasty. He was enjoying considerable success with all of them and like the producers of the sixties he would cross-collaborate them. For her album "Carrie Lucas In Danceland" Griffey brought in Jody Watley (Shalamar) for backgrounds, Lakeside (co-producers and backgrounds) and Walter and Wallace Scott (Whispers) for backgrounds. Famed organist Kossi Gardner wrote (and played on) the hit "Dance With You" which propelled the album to the top of the dance charts. By the beginning of the new decade, with the outstanding success of "Dance With You," Carrie was poised for her most successful release yet.
1980's "Portrait Of Carrie" was her finest album and most popular, producing three smash hits. The first 12" was an updated reworking of her first hit, this time around entitled simply "Keep Smilin'." Followed by the cutesy "It's Not What You Got (It's How You Use It)" and then the pro-feminist anthem "Career Girl." This time around Dick shared production duties with Leon Sylvers and Kossi Gardner. Backgrounds were once again courtesy of The Whispers.
Carrie was slowly moving out of the music business and her next release wasn't until 1982. "Still In Love" recorded and released under the banner of Solar Records was now distributed by Elektra/Asylum. The album produced two 12" singles, "Men" and the more successful "Show Me Where You're Coming From." As usual Carrie surrounded herself with friends and family for the undertaking. Leon Sylvers co-produced and Walter and Wallace Scott were their co-producing and singing. As a sidenote the future Sheila E. co-wrote the title track.
Her last full length album was released in 1985. By now Griffey had started a new label under the distribution of MCA Records. The Constellation Records release "Horsin' Around" was her most ambitious ever. It spawned four 12" singles "Charlie," "Horsin' Around," "Summer In The Street" and "Hello Stranger." Her remake of the Barbara Lewis classic, "Hello Stranger" reached number 20 on the R&B charts and like Lewis, who had used The Dells, Carrie used The Whispers to create that smooth sound.
Carrie's last know recording was an appearance on the 1990 soundtrack to "Lambada: Set The Night On Fire." She performs the song "I Like The Rhythm." Carrie, now married to Dick Griffey has instead decided to retire from the music business and concentrate on married life and her beloved horses. Unidisc Records in Canada has released a "Greatest Hits" package that contains most of her 12" mixes in 1999. Perhaps someday she'll come out of retirement and grace the dancefloors once more?.
Show Me Where You're Coming From
Carrie Lucas Lyrics
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Show me where you're coming from, baby
I don′t need nobody to tell me that they love me
If that's not what is really on their mind
I need someone to be honest and open up with me
Cos the truth will save us both a lot of wasting time
Don′t look the eyes of love if it′s just for fun
Come on and show me where you're coming from
And time will tell if I′m the only one
I must admit that I'm attracted to you, baby
I know you told me that you feel the same
Let′s get an understanding if it's just a game
Not that I don′t want to play but to save myself some heartache
Show me where you're coming from
And I'll hide my heart and make the best of it
You got to show me where you′re coming from
Let′s understand each other from the start of it
Ooooh ooh-ooh
You know, I just might gone ahead for the physical thing
But we have to let each other know what's on our minds
There were times I found myself alone in
A love affair
And
What′s the fate
Just to find out it was all a game
Had I known I would have played the same
Instead my heart was bare
Cos I just might have gone ahead
For the physical thing
Hear me, baby
Show me where you're coming from
And I′ll hide my heart and make the best of it
Show me where you're coming from
Let′s understand each other from the start of it
Cos you know that I am attracted to you, baby
I know you told me that you feel the same
Let's get an understanding if it's just a game
It′s not that I don′t want to play
But to save myself some heartache
Show me where you're coming from
Don′t look the eyes of love if it's just for fun
Come on and show me where you′re coming from
And time will tell if I'm the only one
Show me where you′re coming from
Yeah, baby
You know I just might gone ahead
For the physical thing
Got to let me know what is on your mind
In the song "Show Me Where You're Coming From," Carrie Lucas questions the honesty and intentions of her lover, emphasizing the importance of authenticity and avoiding misunderstandings. The chorus repeats the phrase "Show me where you're coming from," expressing the need for transparency in a relationship. Lucas emphasizes that it's better to know the truth right from the start, rather than wasting time and potentially getting hurt later.
Lucas's hesitancy in getting involved with her lover stems from past experiences where she found herself in love affairs that ended up being games. She expresses her desire to avoid similar heartbreak and protect herself from emotional vulnerability. At the same time, she admits her attraction to her lover and willingness to play the game if they both understand what they're getting into.
Overall, "Show Me Where You're Coming From" showcases the need for honesty and transparency in any relationship. It highlights the importance of being direct with your intentions and being true to yourself and your partner.
Line by Line Meaning
Show me where you're coming from, baby
I want to know your true intentions and feelings towards me
I don’t need nobody to tell me that they love me, if that's not what is really on their mind
I want genuine honesty and not empty words
I need someone to be honest and open up with me, cos the truth will save us both a lot of wasting time
Honesty will prevent us from wasting each other's time
Don’t look the eyes of love if it’s just for fun
Don't show affection if it's not sincere
Come on and show me where you're coming from, and time will tell if I'm the only one
We'll know if we're meant to be together based on your honesty
Let’s get an understanding if it's just a game
Let's clarify if our relationship is serious or just casual
Not that I don’t want to play but to save myself some heartache
I don't want to get hurt by pretending something is more than it is
And I’ll hide my heart and make the best of it
I'll protect my heart while still enjoying our time together
Let’s understand each other from the start of it
We should have open communication from the beginning
There were times I found myself alone in a love affair and what’s the fate just to find out it was all a game
I don't want to be in a superficial relationship that ends in heartbreak
Had I known I would have played the same, instead my heart was bare
I would have protected myself if I had known the relationship wasn't serious
You know, I just might gone ahead for the physical thing
I might have pursued a physical relationship without emotional involvement
But we have to let each other know what's on our minds
We need to communicate our true intentions and feelings towards one another
Show me where you're coming from, yeah, baby
I need clarification on your intentions
Got to let me know what is on your mind
Be honest and open about your intentions
Writer(s): Kevin Spencer, Joseph Gallo, Wardell Jr Potts
Contributed by Daniel L. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@Sazerrider
One of the dopest and underrated 80’s song.
@apamtv
Absolutely!
@topgun6981
Dancers are on point 🤛🏾
Miss these dagone days 🔥🎶
@justallah2785
The Electric Boogaloos Baby😍
@geeskin5750
Jeffrey Daniels tho
@topgun6981
@@justallah2785I so miss my youth
@topgun6981
@@geeskin5750indeed
@Wolfsky9
The VERY distinctive " Sound of LA " from SOLAR : the use of multiple synth.'s / electronic drums / & guitars ------became a recognized sound in the 80's. -----------------------------------WolfSky9, 73 y/o
@RoryThaRoar
Underrated Carrie Lucas is vibes with this dope record
@NJbakintheday
Some songs just take you back to your childhood in such a way that you remember some very specific people, places and events. This is one of those songs. I never knew who sang this back in the day, but I heard it a lot on the radio and always loved it. I think I always felt this was a group, like Shalamar. It definitely has that early Shalamar feel.