Kinsman Dazz was signed to 20th Century Records by Joe Lewis in 1978. The group went to Los Angeles to record for producer Marvin Gaye. Owing to illness, Gaye had to back out of the duties. Harris requested and got Philip Bailey, the vocalist of Earth, Wind & Fire, to produce the group's first album, Kinsman Dazz. Bailey would co-produce the second album, Dazz, and had a major input into the group's vocal arrangements. They released their first single, "I Might as Well Forget About Loving You", in late 1978. "Catchin' Up on You" followed in 1979.
The Kinsman Dazz became the Dazz Band in 1980. Separately, the 20th Century Records label was closed, and the Dazz Band was signed to Motown Records. The group expanded from the original quintet โ Harris, Calhoun, Pettus, and the Wiley brothers โ with newcomers Kevin Kendrick, Steve Cox, Eric Fearman, Pierre DeMudd, Sonny "Skip" Martin, Jerry Bell and Terry Stanton. They had their first hit with "Shake It Up" in 1980.
Dazz's first album for Motown was Invitation to Love (1980), a self-produced set, whose title track, the ballad "Invitation to Love", began a string of hits for the band starting in March 1981. The group's next album, Let The Music Play (1981), featured the minor hit single "Knock! Knock!", reaching the Top 50. The group's biggest breakthrough came with the album Keep It Live (1982), containing the hit "Let It Whip" โ which reached No. 1 on the R&B charts and won a Grammy Award for Best R&B Performance by a Duo or Group with Vocals. They would go on to score R&B hits with the songs "Party Right Here" (1983), "Joystick" (1984), and "Let It All Blow" (which was also their biggest UK single, peaking at #12) (1984).
After Keep It Live, the band recorded the albums On the One, Joystick, Jukebox and Hot Spot, all for Motown. The band was known for its live performances, often proving more popular than the headlining act. In 1985, Fearman left the group and were replaced by Marlon McClain and Keith Harrison. In 1986, Dazz Band recorded Wild & Free for Geffen Records, and moved to RCA Records.
[edit] 1990s revival
The popularity of classic funk/R&B/soul acts performing in the US and abroad started to expand in the mid-1990s on events like the awarded Sinbad's Summer Jam: '70s Soul Music Festival. Bobby Harris decided to form a tribute band with members from the Bar-Kays, Con Funk Shun, the Gap Band and the SOS Band, called the United We Funk All-Stars. A studio album followed, including a tribute to the late Roger Troutman, who performs on the album as well. Other artists from the genre who contributed to the album were the late Rick James and The System. The concept was a great success, and was captured on a live CD, presented and promoted by radio jockey Tom Joyner, who made the announcements on the UWF-All Stars shows.
Current members
* Bobby Harris - saxophone, clarinet, background vocals
* Sennie Skip Martin - trumpet, vocals
* Marlon McClain - vocals and guitar
Past members
* Jerry Bell (Lead Vocals, Background Vocals)
* Juan Lively(Lead Vocals, Background Vocals)
* Michael Calhoun(Lead Guitar)
* Steve Cox - (keyboards)
* Pierre DeMudd - (trumpet, flugelhorn, vocals)
* Eric Fearman - (lead guitar, songwriter)
* Keith Harrison - (keyboards)
* Kenny Pettus -( percussion, vocals)
* Terry Stanton - (lead vocals R.I.P.)
* Michael Wiley - bass (R.I.P.)
* Isaac Wiley, Jr. - (drums, percussion, background vocals)
Discography
Albums
Year Title Peak chart positions Label
US 200 US R&B
1980 Invitation to Love - - Motown
1981 Let the Music Play 154 36 Motown
1982 Keep It Live 14 1 Motown
1983 Joystick 73 12 Motown
1983 On the One 59 12 Motown
1984 Jukebox 84 18 Motown
1984 Greatest Hits - - Motown
1985 Hot Spot 114 24 Motown
1986 Wild & Free 178 37 Geffen
1988 Rock the Room - 91 RCA
1996 Under the Streetlights - 42 LKY
1997 Double Exposure - - Intersound
1998 Here We Go Again - 99 Intersound
2001 Time Traveler - - Eagle Music Group
Singles
Year Title Chart positions Album
US Hot 100 US R&B US Dance
1980 "Shake It Up" - 65 - Invitation to Love
1981 "Invitation to Love" 109 51 - Invitation to Love
1981 "Knock Knock" - 44 - Let the Music Play
1982 "Let It Whip" 5 1 - Keep It Live
1982 "Keep It Live (On the K.I.L)" - 20 - Keep It Live
1983 "On The One For Fun" - 9 52 On the One
1983 "Cheek To Cheek" - 76 - On the One
1983 "Party Right Here" - 63 - On the One
1983 "Joystick" 61 9 - Joystick
1984 "Swoop (I'm Yours)" - 12 - Joystick
1984 "Let It all Blow" 84 9 - Jukebox
1985 "Heartbeat" 110 12 - Jukebox
1985 "Hot Spot" - 21 33 Hot Spot
1986 "L.O.V.E. M.I.A." - 48 - Wild & Free
1986 "Wild and Free" - 44 - Wild & Free
1988 "Anticipation" - 38 - Rock the Room
1988 "Single Girls" - 19 38 Rock the Room
1988 "Open Sesame" - 83 - Rock the Room
1998 "Ain't Nothin' but a Jam Y'all" - 58 -
1998 "Girl Got Body" - 81 - Here We Go Again
Let It Whip
Dazz Band Lyrics
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Sure could treat you right
Give me just a minute
Of your time tonight
We both are here to have good fun
So let it whip
I know you're in to groovin'
Baby, let me know
You've got me sort of anxious
We both are here to have good fun
So let it whip
So let it whip (let's whip it, baby)
Child (let's whip it right)
Get a grip (let's whip it baby)
(Whip it all night)
Well, what's your trip? (Oh no)
Child
C'mon let it whip
Oh-hoo
Now that we can see
How you groove with me
What else can I do
To get closer to you
We both are here to have good fun
So let it whip
We have the natural feeling
Obviously revealing
Let me be your paper man
I'd love to be your joker man
We both are here to have good fun
So let it whip
So let it whip (let's whip it, baby)
Child (let's whip it right)
Get a grip (let's whip it baby)
(Whip it all night)
Well, what's your trip? (Oh no)
Child
C'mon let it whip
(C'mon whip, c'mon on whip)
So let it whip (let's whip it, baby)
Child (let's whip it right)
Get a grip (let's whip it baby)
(Whip it all night)
Well, what's your trip? (Oh no)
Child
C'mon let it whip
(C'mon whip, c'mon on whip)
(There's no time to lose)
There is no time to lose
(You're the one I choose)
(You're so right)
You're the one I choose
I only wanna be with you
You're the one for me
Can't you see that I
(I won't waste your time)
I won't waste your time
(I sense something divine in you)
Something divine in you
(Yes I do)
Ooh-hoo
So let it whip (let's whip it, baby)
Child (let's whip it right)
Get a grip (let's whip it baby)
(Whip it all night)
Well, what's your trip? (Oh no)
Child
C'mon let it whip
(C'mon whip, c'mon on whip)
(Let's whip it baby)
(Let's whip it right)
(Let's whip it baby)
(Whip it all night)
(C'mon whip, c'mon on whip)
(There's no time to lose)
There is no time to lose
(You're the one I choose)
(You're so right)
Hey, you're the one I choose
I only wanna be with you
You're the one for me
Can't you see that I
(I won't waste your time)
I won't waste your time
(I sense something divine in you)
Something divine in you
(Yes I do)
Oh-hoo
So let it whip (let's whip it, baby)
Child (let's whip it right)
Get a grip (let's whip it baby)
(Whip it all night)
Well, what's your trip? (Oh no)
Child
C'mon let it whip
(C'mon whip, c'mon on whip)
So let it whip (let's whip it, baby)
Child (let's whip it right)
Get a grip (let's whip it baby)
(Whip it all night)
Well, what's your trip? (Oh no)
Child
C'mon let it whip
(C'mon whip, c'mon on whip)
So let it whip (let's whip it, baby)
Child (let's whip it right)
Get a grip (let's whip it baby)
(Whip it all night)
Well, what's your trip? (Oh no)
The song "Let it Whip" by Dazz Band is a funk classic that expresses the desire to let loose, dance, and have a good time. The song is about a man trying to get a woman's attention and encouraging her to dance with him all night. The lyrics suggest that the man finds the woman attractive and he wants to be close to her, but more importantly, he wants her to feel carefree and have fun.
The song opens up with the man expressing his desire to see the woman dancing and to have an opportunity to treat her right. He wants her to know that they are both there to have a good time and that she should let loose and dance. He likes her groove and wants her to know that he's interested.
As the song progresses, the man becomes more urgent and persistent in his desire to dance with the woman, assuring her that they will have a good time together. He feels a natural connection with her and suggests that he could be her "paper man," which could reference a man who is easily controlled or manipulated, or a man who provides material support. Either way, he wants to be close to her and laugh together.
Throughout the song, the chorus repeats, encouraging the woman to let it whip, dance all night long with the man. The man insists that they have no time to waste and to let loose and feel the rhythm. The song suggests that the point is to have fun and that there is no need to be anxious or preoccupied.
In conclusion, the lyrics to "Let it Whip" express a desire to have fun, dance, and be carefree, particularly in the context of a man trying to get a woman's attention by dancing. The song is an upbeat and energetic classic that has stood the test of time.
Line by Line Meaning
Wanna see you with it
I want to see you dancing to the rhythm of the music
Sure could treat you right
I am confident that I can treat you well if you dance with me
Give me just a minute
I am asking for a short moment of your time
Of your time tonight
I want your time and attention tonight
We both are here to have good fun
We are both here to enjoy ourselves and have fun
So let it whip
Let the music play and let's dance
I know you're in to groovin'
I can tell that you are into grooving and dancing
Love your body language
I am admiring the way you move to the music
Baby, let me know
I am asking you to express your feelings and desires to me
You've got me sort of anxious
I am feeling a bit nervous and excited around you
So let it whip
Let the music play and let's dance
Child (let's whip it right)
Child is a term of endearment, let's dance correctly and with style
Get a grip (let's whip it baby)
Get a hold of yourself and let's dance
(Whip it all night)
Let's dance all night long
Well, what's your trip? (Oh no)
What is your situation or state of mind? (as a question or exclamation)
C'mon let it whip
Come on, let's dance
Now that we can see
Now that we are dancing together
How you groove with me
How you are dancing in synchronization with me
What else can I do
What other actions can I take to get closer to you?
To get closer to you
To become more intimate with you
We both are here to have good fun
We are both here to enjoy ourselves and have fun
So let it whip
Let the music play and let's dance
We have the natural feeling
We have a genuine connection and chemistry
Obviously revealing
It is evident and apparent that we are enjoying each other's company
Let me be your paper man
Let me be the one who provides you with support and stability
I'd love to be your joker man
I'd love to be the one who makes you laugh and brings joy to your life
So let it whip
Let the music play and let's dance
There is no time to lose
We shouldn't waste any time and should enjoy ourselves to the fullest
You're the one I choose
I have chosen you to be my dance partner and maybe more
I won't waste your time
I won't waste your time or play games with you
Something divine in you
There is something special and unique about you
Lyrics ยฉ BMG Rights Management, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Hector Delgado, Lavell W Crump, Le Crae Devaughn Moore, Reggie Andrews, Paul Michael Slayton, Leon Leon Ndugu Chancler
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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