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
Continental Shuffle
The Whispers Lyrics
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Can I have a chance
Come and dance with me
There's a new dance in town
That is sure to go all around the world
Everybody's doin' the continental shuffle
Ah, shuffle, baby, shuffle, yeah
Girl, you know I am waitin'
Let's dance to the funky sounds
Tonight's the night
Baby, I want to keep on dancin'
Right now until the morning comes
On and on
We'll shuffle on the dance floor
I know you can do it
You look so sweet when you're dancin'
Could lead to romancin'
Come dance with me
Girl, I can see you look good
But there's one thing I wonder about you
Hey, baby, can you do the continental shuffle
Ah, shuffle, baby, shuffle, yeah
Everybody's throwin' down
Girl, you know I am waitin'
Let's dance to the funky sounds, yeah
Tonight's the night
Baby, I want to keep on dancin'
Right now until the morning comes
On and on
We'll shuffle on the dance floor
You can do it
I can tell you know how to do it
Tonight's the night
Baby, I want to keep on dancin'
Might just lead to a little romance
On and on, the continental shuffle
You can do it
Move your pants and dance
You look so sweet when you're dancin'
Could lead to romancin'
Come dance with me
Girl, I can see you look good
But there's one thing I wonder about you
Hey, baby, can you do the continental shuffle
Ah, shuffle, baby, shuffle, yeah
(The continental shuffle)
Everybody's throwin' down
Girl, you know I am waitin'
Let's dance to the funky sounds
Yeah, yeah
Everybody's doin' it, doin' it, doin' it
You look so good when you're dancin'
Move your pants and dance
The continental shuffle, on the floor again
You look so sweet when you're prancin'
Could lead to romancin'
The continental shuffle, on the floor again
Yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah
Everybody's throwin' down
Girl, you know I am waitin'
Let's dance to the funky sounds
In The Whispers' song "Continental Shuffle," the lyrics are written from the perspective of someone who wants to dance with a woman and tries to impress her with his knowledge of a new dance that everyone is doing. He admires the woman's dancing and thinks it could lead to potential romance. Throughout the song, he urges her to join him on the dance floor to do the "continental shuffle," which he describes as the new dance in town that is sure to go all around the world. As the song progresses, he continues to encourage her to dance with him and reassures her that she can do it.
The "Continental Shuffle" is a light and fun dance that features quick and intricate footwork. It is a combination of various dances, such as the shuffle, the mambo, and the twist, that were popular during the time the song was released in 1974. The lyrics of the song capture the mood of the era and the excitement surrounding the disco and dance culture of the 1970s.
Line by Line Meaning
You look so go when you're dancin'
The singer is admiring the listener's dancing and finds it attractive.
Can I have a chance
The singer is asking for the opportunity to dance with the listener.
Come and dance with me
The singer is inviting the listener to dance with them.
There's a new dance in town
The artist is referencing the Continental Shuffle and its recent popularity.
That is sure to go all around the world
The artist believes that the Continental Shuffle will become a global phenomenon.
Everybody's doin' the continental shuffle
The singer is referencing the popularity of the Continental Shuffle among many people.
Ah, shuffle, baby, shuffle, yeah
The singer is encouraging the listener to shuffle and dance along.
Everybody's throwin' down
The artist is referencing the enthusiasm and energy present among those doing the dance.
Girl, you know I am waitin'
The artist is expressing their desire to dance with the listener again.
Let's dance to the funky sounds
The artist is suggesting that they both dance to the music being played.
Tonight's the night
The singer believes that today is the perfect day to dance and have fun.
Baby, I want to keep on dancin'
The artist wants to continue dancing and having fun with the listener.
Right now until the morning comes
The singer wants to dance all night long until it's the next day.
On and on
The singer wants to continue dancing without stopping.
We'll shuffle on the dance floor
The singer wants to continue dancing the Continental Shuffle specifically.
I know you can do it
The artist is confident in the listener's ability to do the Continental Shuffle.
Could lead to romancin'
The artist is suggesting that dancing together could potentially lead to a romantic connection.
I can tell you know how to do it
The singer believes that the listener is skilled in doing the Continental Shuffle.
Might just lead to a little romance
The singer is suggesting that they could potentially develop feelings for each other as they dance together.
You can do it
The artist believes that the listener is capable of doing the Continental Shuffle.
Move your pants and dance
The artist is encouraging the listener to move their body and dance energetically.
Yeah, yeah
The artist is expressing excitement and enthusiasm about the upcoming dance.
On the floor again
The singer is referencing the act of returning to the dance floor again and again to dance the Continental Shuffle.
Contributed by Ethan S. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Ron Cowan
Very underrated track by the Whispers
Ludwig von Drake
I'm moving my body to this song, alone in my room in this strange time (May 2020).
washington miranda soto
Musica clasica que tiene hermozos recuerdos para todos los que disfrutamos conesos grandes temas y aun se disfruta
Coach Robinson
A hidden gem from the SOLAR legacy, HOPE YA'LL ENJOY! ;))
samuel trujillo
True Artists, Real Talent Thee Whispers
Conte Campanello
Fantastici!!!
John Dwyer
This song was written by lakeside frontman Mark Adam wood jr.the group behind fantastic voyage.the whispers were led by identical twins Walter & Wallace scott.
SHE McG
💫✨ This is so cool to know; makes sense bcuz this is one of the funkiest sounds I’ve heard… Lakeside is pure funk and the Whispers are tearin’ this song 🎧 up!
Terri Hill
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bouzaiaine maurade
Je siuis ne dans les annees 60 toute ma vie G ecouter cette music funk encore aujourdhui a 56 years hold