The Ink Spots were a vocal group in the 1930s and 1940s … Read Full Bio ↴(1934-1954)
The Ink Spots were a vocal group in the 1930s and 1940s that helped define the musical genre that led to rhythm and blues and rock and roll, and the subgenre doo-wop. They gained much acceptance in both the white community and black community largely due to the ballad style introduced to the group by lead singer Bill Kenny. They were inducted into the Rock & Roll hall of fame in 1999.
Their songs usually began with a guitar riff, followed by the tenor Bill Kenny, who sang the whole song through. After Kenny finished singing, the bass would either recite the first half, or the bridge of the song, or would speak the words, almost in a free form, that were not part of the song, commonly using the words "Honey Child", or "Honey Babe", expressing his love for his darling in the song. This was followed by Kenny, who finished up singing the last refrain or the last half of the song. On some songs Deek Watson would sing the lead rather than Bill Kenny. This was mostly on the uptempo "Jive" songs.
The Ink Spots formed in the early 1930s in Indianapolis. The founding members were :-
Orville "Hoppy" Jones (b. 17 February 1902, Chicago, Illinois – d. 18 October 1944, New York City) (bass) (Played cello in the manner of a stand up bass)[1]
Ivory "Deek" Watson (b. 18 July 1909, Mounds, Illinois – d. 4 November 1969, Washington, D.C.) (tenor) (Played guitar and trumpet)
Jerry Daniels (b. 14 December 1915 – d. 7 November 1995, Indianapolis, Indiana) (tenor) (Played guitar and ukulele)
Charlie Fuqua (b. 20 October 1910 – d. 21 December 1971, New Haven, Connecticut)
(baritone) (Played guitar)
*** BILL KENNY ***
The voice that made them famous Bill Kenny (Mr. Ink Spot) was born June 12th 1914 in Philadelphia PA, and died Mar 23rd 1978 in New West Minister, British Columbia. When Bill Kenny joined the group in 1936 they were mostly a "Jive" ensemble, performing swinging uptempo songs. It wasn't until The Ink Spots 1939 recording of "If I Didn't Care" that Bill Kenny's voice began being regularly featured on Ballads, which it was until The Ink Spots disbanded in 1954. Hits that feature Bill Kenny include "I Don't Want To Set The World On Fire", "We Three", "The Gypsy", "Address Unknown", "With My Eyes Wide Open I'm Dreaming", "So Sorry", "Bless You", "My Prayer", "Into Each Life Some Rain Must Fall", "It's A Sin To Tell A Lie", It Isn't A Dream Anymore", and dozens of others. Bill Kenny has been listed as an influence by such great artists as Elvis Presley, Sam Cooke, Johnny Mathis, Sonny Till, Clyde McPhatter and many others. Bill Kenny is often noted as the father of Doo Wop for his high tenor singing and his introduction of the popular "Top & Bottom" format used by virtually every Doo Wop group in the 50's and 60's.
Since Bill Kenny broke up The Ink Spots in 1954 there have been well over 500 black vocal Quartets calling themselves The Ink Spots none of which have or had any original members. There are even groups still touring as The Ink Spots today. It is largely accepted that if the group didn't contain Bill Kenny then the group was/ is a fake.
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The Ink Spots Lyrics
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If I didn't care, would I feel this way?
If this isn't love then why do I thrill?
And what makes my head go 'round and 'round
While my heart stands still?
If I didn't care, would it be the same?
Would my every prayer begin and end with just your name?
Would all this be true if I didn't care for you?
If I didn't care
Honey child, more than words can say
If I didn't care
Would I feel this way?
Darlin' if this isn't love
Then why do I thrill so much?
And what is it that makes my head go 'round and 'round
While my heart just stands still so much?
If I didn't care would it be the same?
Would my every prayer begin and end with just your name?
And would I be sure that this is love beyond compare?
Would all this be true if I didn't care for you?
The Ink Spots's song Do I Worry is a song about a jealous lover who is always worried about their partner stepping out on them. The lyrics speak to the singer's constant anxiety and insecurity about their relationship, questioning whether their lover still has feelings for them and whether they are faithful. Despite their partner's actions causing hurt and distress to them, the singer still cares deeply and worries about them.
The lyrics in this song showcase the theme of trust and loyalty in a relationship, and the fear and uncertainty that can come with romantic attachments. It highlights the conflict that can arise in a relationship when one partner loses faith in the other and begins to question their feelings and intentions. The use of rhetorical questions throughout the song reinforces this sense of insecurity and doubt.
Overall, the song portrays the nuanced and complicated emotions that can exist within the context of love and commitment, and the inner turmoil that can come with it.
Line by Line Meaning
Do I worry cause you're stepping out
Am I concerned that you're cheating on me
Do I worry cause you got me in doubt
Am I anxious about our relationship because you have me unsure about your commitment
Though your kisses aren't right, do I give a bag of beans
Do I care about your lack of affection
Do I stay home every night and read my magazine
Do I avoid going out or spending time with you because of my worries
Am I frantic, cause we lost that spark
Am I worried because we've lost the passion in our relationship
Is there panic when it starts turning dark
Do I feel anxious when our relationship takes a turn for the worse
And when evening shadows creep, do I loose any sleep over you
Do I stay up at night worrying about you
Do I worry, you can bet your life I do
I definitely worry about our relationship
Do I worry when the iceman calls
Am I worried about unexpected visitors, such as the iceman
Do I worry if Niagara Falls
Do insignificant things worry me
Though you treat me just like dirt, You think I give a snap
Do I care about how badly you treat me
Are my feelings really hurt, When you're sitting in somebody else's lap
Do I feel hurt when I see you with someone else
Am I curious when the gossip flies
Do I wonder about rumors and gossip about us
Am I furious bout your little white lies
Am I angry about the small lies you tell me
And when all our evenings end, 'Cause you got a sick friend that needs you
When our dates or plans are cancelled due to your friend's needs, do I worry
Do I worry, honey, you know dog gone well I do
You know I definitely worry about our relationship
Lyrics © Kanjian Music, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Jack Lawrence
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@UrTherapist911
I don't want to set the world on fire
I just want to start
A flame in your heart
In my heart, I have but one desire
And that one is you
No other will do
I've lost all ambition
For worldly acclaim
I just want to be the one you love
And with your admission
That you feel the same
I'll have reached the goal I'm dreaming of
Believe me
I don't want to set the world on fire
I just want to start
A flame in your heart
I don't want to set the world on fire, honey
I love you too much
I just want to start
A great big flame
Down in your heart
You see
Way down inside of me
Darlin', I have only one desire
And that one desire is you
And I know
Nobody else ain't gonna do
I've lost all ambition
For worldly acclaim
I just want to be the one you love
And with your admission
That you feel the same
I'll have reached the goal I'm dreaming of
Believe me
I don't want to set the world on fire
I just want to start
A flame in your heart
@JosueLopez-jd8tp
don't want to set the world on fire
I just want to start
A flame in your heart
In my heart, I have but one desire
And that one is you
No other will do
I've lost all ambition
For worldly acclaim
I just want to be the one you love
And with your admission
That you feel the same
I'll have reached the goal I'm dreaming of
Believe me
I don't want to set the world on fire
I just want to start
A flame in your heart
I don't want to set the world on fire, honey
I love you too much
I just want to start
A great big flame
Down in your heart
You see
Way down inside of me
Darlin', I have only one desire
And that one desire is you
And I know
Nobody else ain't gonna do
I've lost all ambition
For worldly acclaim
I just want to be the one you love
And with your admission
That you feel the same
I'll have reached the goal I'm dreaming of
Believe me
I don't want to set the world on fire
I just want to start
A flame in your heart
@NoTwoHanded
Song’s been a banger for 347 years
1941-2287
@spirit5084
ahead of the party time traveler
@akastickzy6038
@@spirit5084 fallout🥸
@anthonyhurtado6510
He proved to be a time travel when he added one more year to how long it's been released
@emu454
@Yasser ABDILLAHI fallout is a post apocalyptic video game that was made by Bethesda, i highly recommend you check it out i think you’d love it. This song plays on the “pip boy” radio
@icantthinkofacreativenamei8274
@@spirit5084 bru he's talking about fallout because this song is in it
@napoleonbonaparty3472
WE MAKING IT OUTTA THE VAULT WITH THIS ONE 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🗣️🗣️🗣️
@UrTherapist911
I don't want to set the world on fire
I just want to start
A flame in your heart
In my heart, I have but one desire
And that one is you
No other will do
I've lost all ambition
For worldly acclaim
I just want to be the one you love
And with your admission
That you feel the same
I'll have reached the goal I'm dreaming of
Believe me
I don't want to set the world on fire
I just want to start
A flame in your heart
I don't want to set the world on fire, honey
I love you too much
I just want to start
A great big flame
Down in your heart
You see
Way down inside of me
Darlin', I have only one desire
And that one desire is you
And I know
Nobody else ain't gonna do
I've lost all ambition
For worldly acclaim
I just want to be the one you love
And with your admission
That you feel the same
I'll have reached the goal I'm dreaming of
Believe me
I don't want to set the world on fire
I just want to start
A flame in your heart
@rudiahbekri803
Bro song is not sus
@wygnany269
Get outta here with your tiktok humor