They had their first U.S. hit in 1971 with "You're a Big Girl Now". Signing to Avco Records, The Stylistics began working with producer Thom Bell, who had already produced a catalogue of hits for The Delfonics, and songwriter Linda Creed. Bell imported the sweet soul techniques he had perfected with The Delfonics, and his arrangements worked perfectly with Thompkins' falsetto. The bittersweet lyrics from Creed were a key factor in creating hugely memorable music.
Their hits, distilled from three albums, from this period included "Betcha by Golly, Wow", "I'm Stone in Love with You", "You Make Me Feel Brand New" featuring a double lead with Love, "Stop, Look, Listen To Your Heart" and "You Are Everything". "You Make Me Feel Brand New" was the group's biggest U.S. hit, holding at #2 for two weeks in the spring of 1974, and was one of five U.S. gold singles the Stylistics collected. The Stylistics' smooth sound also found an easier path onto adult contemporary airwaves than other soul artists, and the group made Billboard magazine's Easy Listening singles chart twelve times from 1971 to 1976, with three entries, "Betcha By Golly, Wow," "You Make Me Feel Brand New," and "You'll Never Get To Heaven (If You Break My Heart)" reaching the Top 10.
The group split with Thom Bell in 1974, and the split proved devastating commercially to the group's success in the USA. Just as with The Delfonics, The Stylistics were to some extent a vehicle for Bell's own creativity. They struggled hard to find producers who could come up with the right material, and partnerships with Hugo & Luigi and Van McCoy were notably less successful. They left Avco for H&L Records and the Stylistics' popularity rapidly declined in the U.S., though their British popularity continued for the rest of the 1970s.
In 1980, James Dunn departed due to health problems, and James Smith left shortly thereafter. The group continued, recruiting new member Raymond Johnson, and releasing the album Some Things Never Change, in 1985. Johnson departed shortly afterward, leaving the group a trio. Love, Murrell, and Thompkins continued to tour until 2000, when original lead Thompkins left. Love and Murrell brought in two new members, Harold "Eban" Brown, formerly of the Delfonics, as lead ( who sounds amazingly like a young Russell Thompkins), and tenor Van Fields. The present group is featured live on the DVD's "The Stylistics Live at the Convention Center" (2006), as well as along with other artists of the '70's on the DVD "The Big Show."
In 2004, Russell Thompkins, Jr. started a new group, the New Stylistics, with the returning Raymond Johnson, James Ranton, and Jonathan Buckson. They are featured on the DVD "Old School Soul Party Live!," which was part of the PBS "My Music" series.
The Stylistics' catalog of hits have been mined frequently by other artists in recent years. Notable examples include "Betcha By Golly, Wow" covered by Prince, "You Are Everything" remade by Vanessa Williams, and "You Make Me Feel Brand New" redone by Boyz ll Men Roberta Flack and Simply Red. Mary J. Blige also used the chief line from the chorus of "You Are Everything" ("You are everything, and everything is you") in her 1997 hit "Everything." In 2006, Letoya Luckett used a similar sample to the background track of "You Are Everything" for the music to her hit single "Torn."
Because I Love You
The Stylistics Lyrics
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The world is like a toy balloon
I hear a love song and I cry
And I know why
Because I love you, girl
Because I love you, girl
You know there's nothing in the world that I wouldn't do
Nothing in the world that I wouldn't do
If you ask me for the moon
Of course Id show up the moon
No matter what you ask Ill try
And you know why
Because I love you, girl
Because I love you, girl
You know there's nothing in the world that I wouldn't do
Nothing in the world that I wouldn't do
For you because I love you
Because I love you, girl
Because I love you, girl
You know there's nothing in the world that I wouldn't do
Nothing in the world that I wouldn't do
For you because I love you
The Stylistics’s song “Because I Love You Girl” is a tender and heartfelt love song about a person who is devoted to their partner. The opening line of the song, “a rose in Harlem starts to bloom,” gives off the impression of springtime, a reference to revitalization and growth. This sets the stage for the mood of the song, which is one of joy and hope. The second line, “the world is like a toy balloon,” suggests that the world is a small place in which the pair are the only ones that exist.
The lyrics, “I hear a love song and I cry, and I know why,” create a melancholic feeling, indicating that the person singing is deeply moved by the love they have for their partner. The chorus, “because I love you, girl, you know there's nothing in the world that I wouldn't do for you because I love you” repeats the same message over and over again, highlighting how profound and all-consuming their love is.
The line, “if you ask me for the moon, of course, I’d show up the moon,” shows the depth of their love and the extent to which they would go to please their loved one. The song’s lyrics suggest that there is nothing they wouldn’t do for their partner. The song’s overall message is one of deep love and devotion, with a profound sense of commitment to their beloved.
Line by Line Meaning
A rose in Harlem starts to bloom
Love has begun to blossom like a rose in Harlem
The world is like a toy balloon
The world seems small and insignificant compared to the intensity of my love
I hear a love song and I cry
Love songs touch my heart and make me emotional
And I know why
I understand that my tears are a testament to the strength of my love
Because I love you, girl
My love for you is the reason for my emotional response
Because I love you, girl
My love for you is the foundation of everything I do
You know there's nothing in the world that I wouldn't do
My love for you knows no bounds and I would do anything for you
Nothing in the world that I wouldn't do
I am willing to go to any lengths to show my love for you
For you because I love you
All of my actions and sacrifices are motivated by my love for you
If you ask me for the moon
Even if you ask for something impossible, like the moon, I will try to make it happen
Of course I'd show up the moon
I am willing to go to great lengths to fulfill your requests
No matter what you ask I'll try
I am committed to doing everything in my power to make you happy
And you know why
My love for you is the driving force behind my willingness to try
Because I love you, girl
My love for you is the reason why I will go to great lengths to fulfill your requests
Because I love you, girl
My love for you is the foundation of everything I do
You know there's nothing in the world that I wouldn't do
My love for you knows no bounds and I would do anything for you
Nothing in the world that I wouldn't do
I am willing to go to any lengths to show my love for you
For you because I love you
All of my actions and sacrifices are motivated by my love for you
Because I love you, girl
My love for you is the reason for everything I do
Because I love you, girl
My love for you is the foundation of our relationship
You know there's nothing in the world that I wouldn't do
My love for you knows no bounds and I would do anything for you
Nothing in the world that I wouldn't do
I am willing to go to any lengths to show my love for you
For you because I love you
All of my actions and sacrifices are motivated by my love for you
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Written by: GEORGE DAVID WEISS, HUGO PERETTI, LUIGI CREATORE
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Because I Love You, Girl
The Stylistics
A rose in Harlem starts to bloom
The world is like a toy balloon
I hear a love song and I cry
And I know why
* Because I love you girl, because I love you girl
You know there's nothing in the world that I wouldn't do
Nothing in the world that I wouldn't do for you
Because I love you *
If you should ask me for the moon
Of course I show up with the moon
No matter what you ask I'll buy
And you know why.
* (Repeat)
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@hameedabdul-malik9038
Old School Stylistics Truly talented Brothers they always had a hit Peace and Blessings Brothers.
@hameedabdul-malik9038
Thank you for your like it s only old school for sure .The Greats in our time
@prettyflowers9290
Beautiful Song!!!❤
@KormenMr
자면서 들으면 항상 아픈 꿈을 꾸게 만드는... 이상하게 아픈 음악.
@iramruiz4677
TIMELESS
@hiltonronaldalice9789
Wonderful
@sookyunglim6081
오랫만에
좋은 노래 들으며
추억에 젖어봅니다 ~♡
@user-bg7bm3te3u
아 ~~옛날 나이트 부루스 타임 생각난다 멋진 음악^^
@Danilo-xq9vg
Musica lindissima❤
@Lucymenhu
Beautiful song!!!