The band, fronted by Mary Davis, was initially famous for the post-disco hit "Take Your Time (Do It Right)" in 1979. In 1982, they joined forces with then-new production team Jimmy Jam & Terry Lewis, who went on to craft a string of R&B hits for the group, including "Just Be Good to Me", "Tell Me If You Still Care", "Feeling", and "Borrowed Love".
The Jam/Lewis produced SOS Band hits are notable for popularizing the use of the Roland TR-808 drum machine (and its distinctive cowbell sound) in popular music. The group continues to tour and perform to this day.
In "The Finest" the male singer is no other than Alexander O'Neal.
Who's Making Love?
S.O.S. Band Lyrics
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Got you climbing on my back
Saying, "Daddy, when am I gonna see you again?"
You know I gotta go out on the road
And get on with the show
So most nights your mama's gonna tuck you in
When you're missing me, look at the stars up there
I hope you see the seven wonders
I hope you sail the seven seas
I hope you let the whole world in your heart
But you still got room for me
I hope you find a guy that treats you right
On your wedding night, I'll raise a toast
Hope he understands
I'll always be the man that loves you the most
Summer's gone and school is back
It's my turn to help you pack
I'll keep your room exactly how it is
I know you gotta go out on your own
I'm so proud of you, you know
You're the best thing that this old man ever did
When I'm missing you and all the stars come out
I sing this prayer when the quiet gets too loud
I hope you see the seven wonders
I hope you sail the seven seas
I hope you let the whole world in your heart
But you still got room for me
I hope you find a guy that treats you right
On your wedding night, I'll raise a toast
Hope he understands
I'll always be the man who loves you the most
Trust your gut, hold your own
But allow for doubtin' too
Forgive the wrongs and love yourself
That's the hardest thing to do
If your back's against the wall, baby
Come on home
I'm always here for you
And when you've seen the seven wonders
When you've sailed the seven seas
When you change the whole world with your heart
I hope you think of me
When I go to sing my final song
Hope you celebrate and raise a toast
If you cry, they'll understand
For the man who loved you the most
The S.O.S. Band's song "Who's Making Love?" tells the story of a father's love for his daughter as she grows up and ventures out into the world. The first stanza describes the difficult balance that the father has to maintain between his career as a musician and his role as a father, as his daughter asks when she will see him again. The father offers comfort by telling her that when they are apart, they can both look at the stars and he will be thinking of her, symbolizing an unbreakable connection between them.
The chorus expresses the father's hope and wishes for his daughter's future, including her exploration of the world and her capacity to love. He hopes that she will find a partner who treats her right and promises to always be the man who loves her the most. The second stanza reflects on the passage of time and how the daughter is now grown and leaving home. The father shows pride in his daughter's independence and success, but still acknowledges the sadness that comes with letting go. He tells his daughter to trust herself and love herself through all of life's challenges, and reassures her that he will always be there for her no matter what.
Overall, the song emphasizes the deep and enduring bond between a father and his daughter, even as they face the inevitable changes and challenges of life.
Line by Line Meaning
Most nights I try to pack
I am an artist who travels a lot, and most nights I am packing my bags
Got you climbing on my back
My child is always asking me to stay, despite my heavy workload
Saying, "Daddy, when am I gonna see you again?"
My child asks me when I am coming back home
You know I gotta go out on the road
I have to go on tour to perform for my fans
And get on with the show
It's my job to entertain and perform
So most nights your mama's gonna tuck you in
When I'm not there, your mother will be there for you
When you're missing me, look at the stars up there
When you feel lonely, just look at the stars and know that I am looking at them too
I'll be wishing on the same ones and sing this fathers prayer
I'll be praying for you under the same stars, hoping that you are safe and happy
I hope you see the seven wonders
I want you to experience all the amazing things the world has to offer
I hope you sail the seven seas
I want you to have adventurous experiences like sailing the seas
I hope you let the whole world in your heart
I want you to have an open heart and embrace the world and its cultures
But you still got room for me
Even with all of these experiences, I hope you still have a place in your heart for me
I hope you find a guy that treats you right
I want you to find someone who appreciates and loves you
On your wedding night, I'll raise a toast
I'll be proud to see you get married and will celebrate you
Hope he understands
I hope your partner understands how important you are to me
I'll always be the man that loves you the most
No matter what happens, I'll always be the one who loves you the most
Summer's gone and school is back
Now the seasons have changed and it's time for you to start school again
It's my turn to help you pack
Now it's my turn to help you pack and get ready
I'll keep your room exactly how it is
I'll make sure your room stays the same as you left it
I know you gotta go out on your own
I understand that you need to live your own life and make your own decisions
I'm so proud of you, you know
I am incredibly proud of who you have become and what you will achieve
You're the best thing that this old man ever did
Having you as my child is the best thing that ever happened to me
If your back's against the wall, baby
If you ever feel stuck in a difficult situation
Come on home
Remember that you can always come home to me
Trust your gut, hold your own
Believe in yourself and have confidence in your decisions
But allow for doubtin' too
It's okay to question yourself sometimes
Forgive the wrongs and love yourself
Forgive yourself for your mistakes and be kind to yourself
That's the hardest thing to do
Loving and accepting oneself is one of the most difficult things to achieve
When you change the whole world with your heart
When you make a positive impact on the world through your kindness and love
I hope you think of me
I hope you remember my love and guidance in those moments
When I go to sing my final song
When I come to the end of my life
Hope you celebrate and raise a toast
I want you to celebrate my life and remember me fondly
If you cry, they'll understand
It's okay to cry and grieve for me
For the man who loved you the most
Remember that, even in death, I will always love you the most
Lyrics © REACH MUSIC PUBLISHING, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Zachry Alexander Brown, Benjamin James Simonetti, James Adam Nergenah
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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