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
I Can Make It Better
The Whispers Lyrics
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I can make it better
for you
all day and all night
Said lov-in'
I can make it better
for you
Wipe those tears from your eyes
Don't you worry
Girl I know just what you've been through
I understand
his love has been spread too thin
Too much to keep a woman like you
I just wanna say
Lov-in'
I can make it better
for you
all day and all night
Said Lov-in'
I can make it better
for you
I'm on the road to your heart
Girl I'm packin'
just what you need in your life
Don't need no short cuts to your love
All that's over
With me it's gonna be alright
I just wanna say
Lov-in'
I can make it better
for you
all day and all night
Said lov-in'
I can make it better for you (you)
Said all night
I can make it better
for you
Said all right (all right)
I can make it better
for you
The Whispers' "I Can Make It Better" is a soulful love song that addresses the pain of a woman who has been neglected by her lover. The opening lines of the song reveal the singer's desire to love and care for his partner, promising to make things better for her. He understands the distress the woman has been through because of her lover's neglectful behavior and assures her that he can provide her with the love and attention she deserves. The song's chorus emphasizes the singer's power to make things better, to wipe away her tears, and bring happiness to her life.
The second verse of the song shows the singer's determination to win the woman's heart and the struggles he is willing to face to do so. He declares his willingness to go the extra mile to get to her heart, sacrificing shortcuts and taking the long road to ensuring that he is exactly what the woman needs. The bridge of the song repeats the chorus, emphasizing the singer's unwavering promise to love and care for the woman.
Line by Line Meaning
Lov-in'
Expressing love and affection
I can make it better
I can improve the situation
for you
For your benefit
all day and all night
Continuously, without stopping
Wipe those tears from your eyes
Comforting someone who is emotional and crying
Don't you worry
Reassuring someone and telling them not to be anxious
Girl I know just what you've been through
Empathizing with someone by acknowledging their experiences
I understand
Showing understanding and compassion
his love has been spread too thin
Explaining that the other person's previous partner did not give them enough attention or affection
Too much to keep a woman like you
Implying that the other person is valuable and deserves more attention
I'm on the road to your heart
Metaphor for pursuing a romantic relationship
Girl I'm packin'
Preparing to provide for the other person's needs
just what you need in your life
Implies that the singer understands the other person's desires and can fulfill them
Don't need no short cuts to your love
Suggesting that the singer is committed and does not want to take shortcuts in the relationship
All that's over
Implying that the other person's difficult experiences with previous partners are in the past
With me it's gonna be alright
Reassuring that the artist will make things better for the other person
Said all night
Repeating the offer to help throughout the night
Said all right (all right)
Repeating the promise to make things better for the other person
for you
Continuing to emphasize that the other person is the focus of these promises
Contributed by Hannah K. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@dennishenry3319
YOU LITERALY had To live Those Days to Beleive how good the Music back then Was, even some of the bad times Were good..its easier now BOREING..Soulless....
@user-vi9et7gv3v
If there is ever a definition for the meaning of Smooth Disco this is it
@psackbrown1
Always on Time🎉❤
@user-pm8dd9pp5j
To the whispers I love all of your albums you guys are the best 👌 from Keith
@armandovega7432
The whispers are one of classiest groups of the disco/soul era. Their music brings me back to my HS days. They were great - Rock steady all the way!
@alexandermccabe556
i just turned 27 and rocksteady is my go to karaoke track they just dont make music like this anymore and its a damn shame
@user-vi9et7gv3v
NO ONE DOES IT BETTER THAN THE WHISPERS BELIEVE THAT
@kennethbrown5206
The Whispers were a very talented group of guys who really brought the funk. Love you brothers. RIP Nicholas Caldwell.
@sidneyhunt9976
Stone cold bring it
@ministerjohnlhendersonjr1684
This group did not receive the notoriety that they earned. Their harmony was tight , steps fresh and the twins well their voices are second to none ❤️👑👑👑👑👑.