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
If You
The Whispers Lyrics
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I've got you turning round
You've got something left to say
Promise I won't back down
Giving me a kiss before you go and play all day
Here I'm waiting up for you as another slips away
Then you go and say
I see 24 faces
I see 24 faces
Hiding in places, you can't escape right now
So come and catch me if you can
Catch me if you can
Will you take a chance today
Or let this pass you on
Making bank or making friends
When will it all make sense
Stepping into something new
It's time to make or break
Turn the corner watch me switch and still you won't get mad
No you won't get mad
So catch me if you can
I see 24 faces
Hiding in places, you can't escape right now
I see 24 faces
Hiding in places, you can't escape right now
So come and catch me if you can
Catch me if you can
I see 24 faces
Hiding in places, you can't escape right now
I see 24 faces
Hiding in places, you can't escape right now
I've got you turning round right now
I'll walk right out without a sound
In The Whispers's If You Feel Like Coming Home, the lyrics describe a situation where the singer is expressing his desire for a woman who may have another lover. He promises to love and stay committed to her if she chooses him. However, he acknowledges that if she loves the other man more, he will move on. Throughout the song, he repeatedly emphasizes his need for her love and his willingness to commit to her.
The lyrics depict the challenges of love and commitment, and the decision-making process that comes with it. It speaks to the pain of unrequited love and also the importance of making the right choice in relationships. The singer's vulnerability and honesty make the lyrics relatable to anyone who has gone through a similar situation.
Line by Line Meaning
If you, if you let me be your lover
If you allow me to love you
I'll promise you
I make you a commitment
We'll never, never part from each other, dear
We'll never separate, my love
And if you can only see
If you understand
What's in store for you, ah
What awaits you
If you, if you have another lover
If you have someone else in your life
I'll promise you
I make you a commitment
If you'll never, never run into each other, dear
If we never encounter each other
And if you can only see me part-time,
And if you can only spend limited time with me
You know that's fine with me
It's okay for me
'Cause baby, I need your love so bad, so bad
'Cause I desperately need your affection
You'll never, never know
You'll never understand how much I need you
But if you, if you like this other fellow
But if you prefer this other guy
More than me
More than you like me
I've got, I gotta be movin' on, dear
I have to move on, my love
And if you, oh, if you love him
And if you love him
As much as I, I love you
As much as I love you
I've gotta, I gotta move on
I have to move on
Tell you that I... I've gotta,
Letting you know that I have to
I've gotta move on
I have to move on
I've gotta go on my way
I have to go my own way
Oh, I just can't stay
Oh, I can't continue to stay
I gotta move on
I have to move on
I just can't stay
I can't keep staying
I've gotta go my way
I have to go my own way
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Written by: Christina Chew
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Katrell Stith
My # 1 song forever and a day. Thanks Whispers!!!!!!!!
COL. Enrique Armand Cesar Cruz, USA Ret.
The Spring of '72 in Washington, D.C., hanging out with my Cousin-Sister Gail Ellis, Cousin-Sister Nee-Cee Ellis & the rest of "The Crew Of '72". Going to Landover Mall to the movies Black Lite basement parties, "Hot Pants", & "Mega Fro's". Young Love abounded. Now 49 yrs has passed by in the blink of an eye. Many of our old friend & old haunts are just memories. Another place & time. Thankfully we have the music & the memories, so for a moment we can travel back to that warm & wonderful place we once knew; our youth.
Ed Manalang
The Whispers are one of the sweetest soulful sounding male vocal groups since the 1960’s. Their “Love Story” album got me hooked for life.
Victory Taylor
No comments... unbelievable..🤔