The group's sound was marked by Scotty Scott's fluid, melodic voice which featured on virtually all of their hits. Scotty's sound was so distinctive and likeable that, in his heyday, he was as recognizable as such noted R&B lead singers as Ronald Isley of The Isley Brothers.[citation needed]
In 1987, they enjoyed a career resurgence when "Rock Steady" hit #1 on the R&B charts, and it became their first Top 10 success on the Hot 100, reaching #7. The Whispers also founded the Black Tie record label.
In the 1990s, The Whispers joined the Capitol Records family releasing more favorites. Expanding their creative horizons, brothers Walter and Scotty cut “My Brothers Keeper”, a critically-acclaimed duet album in 1993, scoring another R&B hit with a cover of the Intruders' "I Wanna Know Your Name." The 1995 release “Toast to the Ladies” featured a collection of love songs dedicated to women all over the world. In 1997, the group moved to Interscope Records where they featured the works of Baby face once again with their album, "Songbook, Vol. 1: The Songs of Babyface”. Both albums charted on Billboard's top 100 albums.
Marcus stopped performing with the group in 1989 due to ill health and the Whispers vowed never to replace him when he died in 2000. In the new millennium, the group still performs around the world to thousands of loyal fans. The group has not made any personnel changes and still consists of Walter Scott, Wallace Scott, Nicholas Caldwell, and Leaveil Degree. They have taken the world by storm, selling out in various casinos and hotels, music venues, and they have a tremendous following throughout the United States, Europe, Asia, and Africa. However, they still find time for charity work with youth education, cancer organizations, 100 Black Men, and Domestic violence charities.
On September 23, 2003, The Whispers’ four decades of accomplishments were acknowledged when they were inducted into the Vocal Group Hall of Fame. On June 12, 2005, The San Francisco Chapter of the Grammy Awards presented the Whispers with the prestigious Governors Award, the highest honor bestowed by an Academy Chapter. They were also inducted into the Bay Area Blues Society Hall of Fame in 2006. In 2007, The Black Music Academy of America selected the Whispers to receive their “Living Legends” award.
They are one of only a few “old school” groups that can boast of having over 40 years in the industry with a worldwide fan base. The Whispers waited almost a decade to produce a new CD in 2005. This independent product, the first venture of their newly formed corporation Satin Tie Entertainment is a masterpiece entitled, “For Your Ears Only”. According to Walter, “This title was a way of saying to our fans that while we want everyone’s support, we very much want the support of our fans, who have been with us for many, many years.” It made its way up the Billboard chart immediately. In 2007, they release a DVD of their live concert entitled “The Whispers Live From Las Vegas”, the first of its kind. A CD soundtrack of the same concert was also released.
CAREER HIGHLIGHTS
Seven Gold Albums, Two Platinum Albums, 12 Top Twenty Singles, 40 Charted Hits Since 1970, Four Decades of Pop & R & B FavoritesAmerican Music Award Nominees, Soul Train Award Nominees, Grammy Award Nominees
2003 Vocal Group Hall of Fame Inductees, 2005 S.F. Regional Grammy Governors Award
And the Beat Goes On
The Whispers Lyrics
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Just like my love everlasting
And the beat goes on
Still moving strong on and on
Do you ever wonder
That to win, somebody's got to lose
I might as well get over the blues
There'll always be someone new
You did me wrong 'cause I've been through stormy weather
And the beat goes on
Just like my love everlasting
And the beat goes on you'd better believe it
Still moving strong on and on
Don't stop for nobody
This time I'll keep my feet on solid ground
Now I understand myself when I'm down
Like the sweet sound of hip music
There'll always be something new
To keep the tables turning
Hey, this super song
There'll never be an ending
And the beat goes on
Just like my love everlasting
And the beat goes on
Still moving strong on and on
The beat goes on
The beat goes on
Get down playing that fee, sure the beat is real
The beat goes on
Do you ever wonder
That to win, somebody's got to lose
I might as well get over the blues
Just like fishing in the ocean
There'll always be someone new
You did me wrong 'cause I've been through stormy weather
And the beat goes on
Just like my love everlasting
And the beat goes on
Still moving strong on and on
And the beat goes on
Just like my love everlasting
And the beat goes on
Just like my love, baby
Just like my love, my love, baby, on and on
And the beat goes on
Don't stop the moving
Don't stop the moving
And the beat goes on
Just like my love everlasting
And the beat goes on
Still moving strong on and on
And the beat goes on
Just like my love everlasting
And the beat goes on
Still moving strong on and on
And the beat goes on, just like my love, baby
Just like my love, baby, everlasting
And the beat goes on
Still moving strong and I love you
The beat goes on
The beat goes on
The beat goes on
The beat goes on
And the beat goes on
Just like my love everlasting
And the beat goes on
Still moving strong
And the beat goes on
Just like my love everlasting
And the beat goes on
Still moving strong and I love you
And the beat goes on
Just like my love everlasting
And the beat goes on
The Whispers's song "And The Beat Goes On" is all about the consistency of life and love. The beat symbolizes the rhythm of life that continuously goes on, just like the singer's love. No matter what happens, life goes on and the beat keeps moving. The lyrics convey that someone has to lose for you to win, and they encourage moving on from past heartbreak and understanding oneself during difficult times. The song's upbeat melody and rhythmical beat also suggest that one should never give up and instead keep moving forward in life.
Line by Line Meaning
And the beat goes on
The rhythm and energy of life continue, just like my unending love.
Just like my love everlasting
My love is continual and never-ending like the unending rhythm of music.
Still moving strong on and on
The energy and vitality of life and love persist without any stoppage.
Do you ever wonder
Have you ever considered the fact that in order to win someone has to lose?
That to win, somebody's got to lose
Winning would mean someone has to lose; it's an inevitable outcome of competition.
I might as well get over the blues
I need to move on from feeling down about losing.
Just like fishing in the ocean
There's always someone new to catch, and love works in the same way.
There'll always be someone new
There will always be new people to love and opportunities to find love.
You did me wrong 'cause I've been through stormy weather
You've hurt me, but I've been through tough times before and can handle it.
Don't stop for nobody
Don't allow anyone to stop your progress or determination.
This time I'll keep my feet on solid ground
I'll stay grounded and focused this time around.
Now I understand myself when I'm down
I know myself better and can cope better when I'm feeling low.
Like the sweet sound of hip music
New opportunities and experiences in life and love are as welcome and enjoyable as hip music.
To keep the tables turning
To maintain the momentum in life and love.
Hey, this super song
This piece of music is amazing and can keep you going.
There'll never be an ending
Life and love will keep going on endlessly.
Get down playing that fee, sure the beat is real
Keep dancing to the music for an authentic experience.
Don't stop the moving
Keep moving forward without any hesitation.
Just like my love, baby, on and on
My love is like the never-ending rhythm of music.
Still moving strong and I love you
My love for you keeps growing and thriving with no signs of stopping.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Leon F. Sylvers III, Stephen Preston Shockley, William B. Shelby
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@anitamiles5125
My beloved husband Kossie Gardner who sadly passed away in 2009 played keyboards on this song as well as on most of the album. He also wrote the famous love balled for The Whispers...... I Love You. He wrote songs and played on albums for the group Shalamar as well, who were also members of the Solar Record label family. He knew that this sound would remain forever in the musical stratosphere and touch the lives of all who heard it.
@cehayes74
And the beat goes on in 2020 & we appreciate his contribution to this classic 👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽 !!!
@anitamiles5125
@@cehayes74 Thank You CE😇 Much Love to you wherever you are in the world!
@cehayes74
Anna Castro You are more than welcome & we are forever grateful for his musical contribution !!! Sending love ❤️ from Northwest Indiana (next door to Chicago) 😉😉😉
@cehayes74
Anna Castro WOW 🤩, I definitely will check it out !!!
@karthikvs9635
I always feel musicians should be credited more than the singers. 👍🏼
@anthonyreyes8320
All these musician's from the 70's, 80's, and 90's don't realize what contribution to human history they were involved in. All of this golden era of music will be remembered for millennial.
@spencerclark1362
Anthony Reyes this is history at it’s best I am glad u have livid in that decades, best days of my life
@alisoncecil5006
You are so right, still great today..
@solinspired4428
WE HONOR THEM!!!!! NEVER LET IT DIE!!!