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
Just Gets Better With Time
The Whispers Lyrics
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I've been wanting to hold you
Counting the minutes you're not around
That's what's getting me through the day
Every thought that comes into my head
Is always centered around you
So glad to know that you're by my side
Just want to tell you how I'm feeling inside
Like I've been walking cloud number 9
Your love is rare and like the finest of wine
It just gets better with time
Said, it just gets better with time
Can't stop thinking about you, love
Got to have you around me
I pray for the moments when we touch
Such a sensation I can't explain
Just want to tell you how I'm feeling inside
Like I've been walking cloud number 9
Your love is rare and like the finest of wine
It just gets better with time
Said, it just gets better with time
Just want to tell you how I'm feeling inside
Like I've been walking cloud number 9
Your love is rare and like the finest of wine
It just gets better with time
Said, it just gets better with time
Just want to tell you how I'm feeling inside
Like I've been walking cloud number 9
Your love is rare and like the finest of wine
It just gets better with time
Said, it just gets better with time
Just want to tell you how I'm feeling inside
Like I've been walking cloud number 9
Your love is rare and like the finest of wine
It just gets better with time
Said, it just gets better with time
The lyrics to "Just Gets Better With Time" by The Whispers are about the deep love and attraction between two people. The singer is eagerly anticipating being with their loved one, counting down the minutes until they can hold them. Their every thought is centered around their partner, and they are grateful for their presence in their life. The singer describes the feeling of being on cloud nine when they are with their loved one, and compares their love to a rare and refined wine that only gets better with time. The chorus repeats the sentiment that their love just keeps getting better with time, and that it is a rare and precious thing.
The song beautifully captures the joy and exaltation of being in love. The repeating chorus reinforces the idea that this love is something special and rare, and that it only gets better with time. The imagery of wine also underscores the idea of refinement and quality, and suggests that this love is something that has been nurtured and cared for over time. The music, with its smooth and sultry sound, perfectly complements the lyrics and adds to the feeling of romance and sensuality.
Line by Line Meaning
Can't wait till the sun goes down
I am eagerly waiting for the day to end so that I can spend time with you
I've been wanting to hold you
I have been yearning to be close to you physically
Counting the minutes you're not around
I keep track of the time when you are not with me
That's what's getting me through the day
Thinking about you is what helps me cope with the daily grind
Every thought that comes into my head
My mind is constantly filled with thoughts of you
Is always centered around you
Everything in my life revolves around you
So glad to know that you're by my side
I am happy to have you as my companion
Wouldn't have it any other way
I wouldn't want our relationship to be any different
Just want to tell you how I'm feeling inside
I want to express my emotions to you honestly
Like I've been walking cloud number 9
Being with you fills me with a sense of bliss and euphoria
Your love is rare and like the finest of wine
Your affection is unique and of the highest quality
It just gets better with time
Our relationship only improves and strengthens over time
Can't stop thinking about you, love
You occupy my thoughts constantly, my dear
Got to have you around me
I need to have you close to me
I pray for the moments when we touch
I eagerly anticipate the times when we can be physically intimate
Such a sensation I can't explain
The feelings I have when we touch are difficult to put into words
Said, it just gets better with time
As time passes, our love only grows stronger
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: GARY ANTHONY TAYLOR
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Domonique Ayers
C O N G R A T U L A T I O N S TO
"THE WHISPERS" & IN MEMORY OF
THEIR LATE PASSING MEMBER
NOW WHAT I'VE ALWAYS LOVED SO MUCH ABOUT THOSE AMAZING AND TRULY GREAT "WHISPERS" EVERY
SINCE THEY FIRST HIT THE MUSIC INDUSTRY TO DOMINATE THE MUSIC
CHARTS WITH ALL THEIR FABULOUS
HIT SONGS, THEIR MUSIC, THEIR BEATS &LOVE BALLADS, GREAT
MELODIES, YES THEY
ARE SO AMAZING WITH GREAT HARMONY BECAUSE
YES THEY
"JUST GET BETTER WITH TIME" AND
"LIKE THE FINEST VINTAGE CHAMPAGNE AND WINE" WOW
MORE CAN I SAY ABOUT
THESE VERY
"SOPHISTICATED GENTS.
Krelos Wingate
I played this song religiously in 1987. I love the words, the harmonies and melody. I still play this song in 2020.
D.I.G.I.T.A.L.
...was it better than Don't Disturb This Groove in '86? 🤔
Shanthantice Ray
YESSSSSSSS!
MARIO Boyd
I was just trying to remember when this song was released,but u helped me out👍🏿
Angelo Council
Hey ,u tuba's veiwers n listeners soulselves consciousness energies governing hearers for Eternally Now,all board , let listening 🎧 as passengers ,cause " it just get better with time" ,like the spiritfilled holiness wine of Christ Jesus'all stars roads big band of Duke Ellington's sacred praise worshipping musical concerts beyond categories. Hallelujah x7 rev 12:11 blessesassurance amen;
Sandra Hightower
This song is timeless, so are the Whispers. One of my favorite groups still.💜🎶🎶🎶
Divo1966
This song was so underrated when it came out. A lot of people missed out on one of the best written and performed love ballads in r&b history. Still loving in 2018.
TheEditorialSuite
Thrid version of it, but this is the best one.
Cory Costanzo
You are so right I LUV IT
Synera Cruz
Still listening in 2021 love them