Formed in 1969, the group included Barry White’s future wife, Glodean James, her sister, Linda James, and their cousin Diane Taylor. The group disbanded in 1985, with the death of Diane Taylor.
Their first hit was "Walkin' in the Rain with the One I Love" in 1972. It peaked at #14 on the Billboard Hot 100 and #6 on the Best Selling Soul Singles Chart. It was also successful in the United Kingdom, peaking at #14 on the UK Singles Chart. It sold over one million copies, and was awarded a gold disc by the R.I.A.A. in July 1972.
In 1975, they had their first and only #1 song, "I Belong To You", which spent a week at the top of the Best Selling Soul Singles Chart. It also peaked at #27 on the Billboard Hot 100.
Baby Blues
Love Unlimited Lyrics
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Like the way you might say a word or
The way you wear your hair
You have a certain smile on your face
By just the way you're standing there right now
Now you really, really, really, look good to me, baby
In your baby blue panties, yes love, you look good to me right now
The Love Unlimited Orchestra's song Baby Blues is a romantic and sensual piece that praises the physical beauty of a woman. The lyrics highlight how certain things about the woman turn the singer on - whether it's the way she says a word, wears her hair, or the way she's standing there. The singer is captivated by the woman's smile and is particularly drawn to her baby blue panties.
The song's suggestive yet tasteful lyrics are set to a smooth and soulful instrumental backing. The orchestra's use of various instruments, such as the saxophone and guitar, create a mellow and dreamy atmosphere. This complements the sensual aspect of the lyrics, making the song a perfect choice for a romantic evening or slow dance.
Overall, "Baby Blues" is a beautiful expression of the power of attraction. It celebrates the beauty of a woman in a way that is classy and respectful.
Line by Line Meaning
Certain things turn me on
I get aroused by specific things
Like the way you might say a word or
For instance, the way you pronounce a word can turn me on
The way you wear your hair
Also, your hairstyle can be a factor that turns me on
You have a certain smile on your face
Moreover, your smile can also be an attractive feature
By just the way you're standing there right now
I am currently finding you attractive just by the way you stand
Now you really, really, really, look good to me, baby
In fact, I find you exceptionally good-looking right now
In your baby blue panties, yes love, you look good to me right now
The fact that you're wearing baby blue panties only adds to your appeal
In your baby blues, them baby blues and you
Overall, your blue attire and you together are incredibly appealing to me
Lyrics © Peermusic Publishing, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: BARRY WHITE, MARTIN BROOKS, TONY SEPE
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
barnsgold
Every time I play this I play it over and over and never tire of hearing it. B.W's love saw me through so much pain and heartache for so many years - most of my life in fact - and continues to sooth my damaged soul. I will love this man till the day I die. 💙
Gayla Terry
OMG! I am listening to it right now for like the 5th time because everytime I play it I can't stop, and even when I'm tired of hearing I'm not really tired of it, just let it rest for a bit til the next time.
blessed55
This is the BEST LOVE MAKING MUSIC. There is no one, absolutely no one who can sing and make music like this.
Nitroden
NO ONE!!!!! Barry was the master of this music. There will never be another. Barry was bad!!!!! Every pluck of that guitar, the violinists, beautifully composed
eric speights
This is true r&b and If Barry don't put you in the mood nothing will. It's just a damn shame they don't make music like this anymore
Buzz Davis
..............and 42 years later, the groove still has magic. Timeless.
Oliver Edwards
Thousand years from now. He'll be still puttin it down!!! My Brother!!!
Discovering Hope
There will NEVER be another Maestro like the Great Barry White!! Thanks Barry!
wmbrown6
Especially since: a) "music" of today is largely produced by computers, and b) it is all cookie-cutter, top-down, heavily controlled by the industry and certain producers (i.e. Max Martin, Greg Kurstin).
LaKeisha Robinson
I agree!