2) The Intruders is a former American soul music group most popular in the 1960s and 1970s. As one of the first groups to have hit songs under the direction of Kenny Gamble and Leon Huff, they had a major influence on the development of Philadelphia soul.
Formed around 1960, the group originally consisted of Sam "Little Sonny" Brown, Eugene "Bird" Daughtry, Phillip "Phil" Terry and Robert "Big Sonny" Edwards.[1] In 1969, Sam Brown was replaced as lead singer by Bobby Starr, only to rejoin the group in 1973.
In 1965, when songwriters and record producers Kenny Gamble and Leon Huff first contemplated leaving the Cameo-Parkway record label to risk launching their own label, the vocalists on which they pinned all their hopes and venture capital were The Intruders. Like many other subsequent acts the duo produced, which includes the popular Harold Melvin and the Blue Notes and The O'Jays, The Intruders had already developed a vocal sound that was both theirs and uniquely Philadelphian.
Brown, Daughtry, Terry and Edwards had been recording and performing one-off singles together since 1961, blending Philly's street corner doo-wop tradition with black gospel fervor. The result was neither as pop-infected as Motown, nor as funky and blues-inflected as Stax. The sound which The Intruders refined for the Excel, Gamble and Philadelphia International imprints reflected a different attitude than either Stax or Motown.
Gamble and Huff's success with The Intruders helped convince Columbia Records to grant them the money to launch Philadelphia International. Gamble and Huff acknowledged that their work with The Intruders was the very foundation of what they called "The Sound Of Philadelphia".
The Intruders, meanwhile, were undergoing some internal turmoil. When the group resurfaced on the 1970 Gamble LP, When We Get Married, lead singer Brown was replaced by nightclub singer, Bobby Starr (born Robert Ferguson). The title song, "When We Get Married" (R&B #8, Pop #45), a Dreamlovers cover, became a hit on the charts, as was the follow-up "(Win, Place Or Show) She's A Winner". Starr's tenure with the group was short-lived; Brown returned to the group in 1973 for the album Save The Children, which spawned The Intruders' last two big hits, "I'll Always Love My Mama" (R&B #6, Pop #36) and "I Wanna Know Your Name" (R&B #9, Pop #60).
"Cowboys To Girls" (R&B #1, Pop #6) remains the only chart topping single of their career. It was awarded an R.I.A.A. gold disc for one million sales in mid May 1968.[1] It was recently covered by the Hacienda Brothers. Other covers of their hit singles include Tiarra's cover of "Together", which was also done by Gladys Knight & The Pips on their Silk'N'Soul LP.
During the late 1970s and early 1980s, in the West Coast, their music was popular among Latino, specifically Chicano, youth.[citation needed] Daughtry died of cancer in 1994, and Brown committed suicide in 1995. The Intruders continues to exist in 2 forms: The Philly Intruders, who appear on "the Big Show" DVD, and the Bobby Starr-led Intruders, who feature on the "My Music DVD hosted by Patti LaBelle on PBS.
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The Intruders Lyrics
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Ooh, you look so good
I wanna know your name
What's your name, baby
I'd love ya if I could
‘Cause you're the kind of girl
That I adore
I've been looking for
Hey, where do you live
Where do you live, baby
I'd like to take you home
What do I have to give
What do I have to give
To call you on the phone
‘Cause you're the kind of girl
That I adore
And you're the kind of girl
I've been looking for
Girl, tell me your name
(I wanna know your name)
Just tell me your name
Please tell me your name
(I wanna know your name)
Ain't never seen nothin' as sweet as you
(I wanna know your name)
Sitting there in that gray dress, pretty little thing
(I wanna know your name)
‘Cause I never believed
In love at first sight
But now I know
That it's alright
Girl, tell me your name
(I wanna know your name)
Please tell me your name
What's your name
(I wanna know your name)
You look so good, you look so good
(I wanna know your name)
Girl, ain't never seen nothing like this in my life
(I wanna know your name)
You just look like something I could settle down with
Let me introduce myself, my name is Little Sonny
I drive a little red Volkswagen
I like to go horse back riding
I like all kind of sweets, cupcakes, currants and things like that
This is why I can't help from noticing you
Just a jazzy, jazzy ol' babe
Come on, can I have this dance
Something as groovy as this, we got to dance
Lord, have mercy
Am I holding you too tight?
Oh, I'm sorry, I'm sorry, excuse me
Ain't gonna get too close
When are you going to tell me your name?
Please tell me your name
I'm just going to have to grab you
And hold you a little closer
‘Cause, I just got to, Lord, have mercy
(I wanna know your name)
Girl, tell me your name
(I wanna know your name)
Just hold me, just squeeze me
(I wanna know your name)
Girl, tell me your name, you sweet little thing, you
(I wanna know your name)
I could love you, I could love you, I could love you
All night long, all night long, all night long
Listen, what about giving your phone number
And I call you one Saturday afternoon
Perhaps we can go in town, have a little bite to eat
And then maybe, go and take a movie
And afterwards, I'll just drop you at the, at the doorstep
And give you little kiss
Oh, I just, there's so many things
That we could do if you just tell me your name
I am not even married, are you married?
Girl, you gotta tell me, tell me, tell me your name
Just wait a minute, don't leave out the door
Don't leave me, don't leave me
Just tell, just tell girl
Just wait a minute
The Intruders' song "I Wanna Know Your Name" is a soulful ballad about a man who is captivated by a woman whom he sees for the first time. The song's opening line sets the tone for the entire song, as the singer declares his desire to know the woman's name, as well as expressing how good she looks. The song then moves into a chorus that emphasizes his desire for her, calling her the kind of girl he adores and has been looking for. The verses continue in the same vein, with the singer wanting to know where the woman lives and what he has to do to call her on the phone.
The song is full of romantic and somewhat humorous moments, as the singer introduces himself and talks about his interests, and eventually asks the woman out on a date. The song's upbeat tempo and catchy melody make it a standout of the group's repertoire, and the lyrics – though simple – capture the universal feelings of love and attraction that anyone can relate to. Overall, "I Wanna Know Your Name" is a classic R&B song that stands the test of time, with its memorable melody and lyrics that speak to the heart.
Line by Line Meaning
I wanna know your name
The singer is expressing interest in learning the name of the person they are addressing.
Ooh, you look so good
The singer is providing a compliment to the addressee.
I'd love ya if I could
The singer is expressing attraction towards the addressee.
‘Cause you're the kind of girl
That I adore
And you're the kind of girl
I've been looking for
The artist is describing the addressee as the type of person they have an affinity for and have been searching for.
Hey, where do you live
Where do you live, baby
I'd like to take you home
What do I have to give
What do I have to give
To call you on the phone
The artist is expressing interest in finding out where the addressee lives and what they need to do to get their phone number in order to pursue a romantic relationship.
Girl, tell me your name
(I wanna know your name)
Just tell me your name
Please tell me your name
(I wanna know your name)
The singer is continuing to express their desire to learn the name of the person they are addressing.
Ain't never seen nothin' as sweet as you
(I wanna know your name)
Sitting there in that gray dress, pretty little thing
(I wanna know your name)
The singer is providing another compliment to the addressee's appearance and expressing their continued desire to know their name.
‘Cause I never believed
In love at first sight
But now I know
That it's alright
The artist is reflecting on their change in perspective regarding love at first sight after becoming attracted to the addressee.
Let me introduce myself, my name is Little Sonny
I drive a little red Volkswagen
I like to go horse back riding
I like all kind of sweets, cupcakes, currants and things like that
This is why I can't help from noticing you
Just a jazzy, jazzy ol' babe
The artist is introducing themselves and providing some information about their interests and preferences. They are also explaining why they have taken notice of the addressee.
Come on, can I have this dance
Something as groovy as this, we got to dance
Lord, have mercy
Am I holding you too tight?
Oh, I'm sorry, I'm sorry, excuse me
Ain't gonna get too close
The artist is asking the addressee to dance and being cautious about their level of physical contact after inquiring about their name earlier.
When are you going to tell me your name?
Please tell me your name
I'm just going to have to grab you
And hold you a little closer
‘Cause, I just got to, Lord, have mercy
(I wanna know your name)
The singer is becoming more persistent in their efforts to find out the addressee's name and is becoming physically more affectionate.
Girl, tell me your name
(I wanna know your name)
Just hold me, just squeeze me
(I wanna know your name)
Girl, tell me your name, you sweet little thing, you
(I wanna know your name)
I could love you, I could love you, I could love you
All night long, all night long, all night long
The artist is continuing to express their desire for the addressee to reveal their name and is enjoying their physical intimacy. They are also expressing a willingness and desire to love and be with the addressee all night long.
Listen, what about giving your phone number
And I call you one Saturday afternoon
Perhaps we can go in town, have a little bite to eat
And then maybe, go and take a movie
And afterwards, I'll just drop you at the, at the doorstep
And give you little kiss
Oh, I just, there's so many things
That we could do if you just tell me your name
I am not even married, are you married?
The singer is proposing a specific plan for a date with the addressee and expressing a desire to explore other activities with them if they reveal their name. They also inquire about the marital status of the addressee.
Girl, you gotta tell me, tell me, tell me your name
Just wait a minute, don't leave out the door
Don't leave me, don't leave me
Just tell, just tell girl
Just wait a minute
The singer is becoming more desperate for the addressee to reveal their name and is pleading with them to stay and tell them before they leave.
Lyrics © Warner/Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: KENNETH GAMBLE, KENNY GAMBLE, LEON HUFF
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@louisek.wilson3397
Reminiscing 60's 70's . Memories like no other. This era will never be repeated. Thankful for these times.
❤️🖤💚🥰
@leewilliams4570
Men was respectful back then
@trvllion
Been married 3 years and still don’t know her name
@Richard-tl9it
I grew up listening to their music in the 70s. The Intruder was that group could WOO the ladies their lyrics was positive and powerful, their music had a strong messages ( I will always love my mama) A brilliant song that was delegate for all the mothers! Thanks Brothers for your contribution and inspiration to all of us!!! Richard Shackelford
@audreyfreeman4208
All I can say is love is still the best when u have experienced it ❤
@thomasfranco5997
Sing it LIL SONNY. I know you are singing from HEAVEN. Such a CLASSIC LOVE SONG. There will never be another like THE INTRUDERS!
@strictlynorton
The greatest vocal harmony group of their generation, equal to the Impressions imho
@kurtadams3021
Sweet Philly Soul
@johnharris4899
Love ❤️
@gare9485
Best Music Ever!!! Love this song! Bring back so many beautiful memories....