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
One More Chance
The Whispers Lyrics
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And the strength?to make it through another day
Why You loved?me so
Lord I?ll never?never know
But I?m so glad?You did
I just wanna take this time to say thank You for?.
Chorus
One more chance
(To simply say?)
To simply say
(Lord I really love You)
Lord I really love You
(For all the things You?ve?done)
You?ve done
(Lord I thank You for giving one?
One more chance?
To lift my hand?
Lift my hands
(And tell You that I?m grateful)
Down through the years You?ve been faithful (Ooooooo)
I will ever sing Your praise (Oooooo)
For giving me?for giving me
(One more chance)
Lord I know?I don?t?deserve Your goodness
I know I?ve failed?You time and time again
But Your grace reached out for me
Now I know Your all I need
So how could I repay
I?ll start the day by taking time to say thank You for?
Chorus (2Xs)
Giving me one more chance
Giving me one more chance
Giving me one more chance
Lord giving me one more chance
(For giving me one more chance)
To try again
(For giving me one more chance)
Yeah?
(For giving me one more chance)
Thank You for giving me
(One more chance)
(For giving me one more chance)
Giving me?
(For giving me one more chance)
Giving me?
(For giving me one more chance)
I know I don?t?deserve it but?You?re giving me?
(For giving me one more chance)
See a brand new day
(For giving me one more chance)
With my family
(For giving me one more chance)
Lord I thank You for giving me
(One more chance)
(For giving me one more chance)
One more chance?
(For giving me one more chance)
One more chance?
(For giving me one more chance)
Yeah?.
(For giving me one more chance)
To praise Your name?
(For giving me one more chance)
I give You glory Father?
(For giving me one more chance)
We love You?we love You?
(One more chance)
(For giving me one more chance)
I messed it up over and over again?
(For giving me one more chance)
But You still showed me love?
(For giving me one more chance)
Ahhhhhhh?
One more chance?
The lyrics of The Whispers' song One More Chance are a testament to the singer's gratitude for a new day and another opportunity to get things right. The song opens with a plea for a brand new mercy every morning and the strength to make it through another day. The singer is grateful for the love and grace that has been bestowed upon him despite his repeated failures.
The chorus repeats the phrase "one more chance" several times with the intention to thank the Lord for giving him another chance to lift his hand and tell Him that he is grateful. The singer acknowledges that he does not deserve God's goodness, but the Lord is ever-faithful and has continuously given him one more chance to try again. The song expresses the singer's appreciation for his family, and he gives glory to God for granting him one more chance to praise His name.
Overall, the song is a declaration of gratitude for the blessings in the singer's life and for the opportunity to continue trying, even after failing repeatedly. The lyrics affirm the singer's faith in God and the belief that He will guide him through his struggles, giving him another chance to make things right.
Line by Line Meaning
For a brand-new mercy every morning?
Thanking the Lord for the new opportunities and blessings he showers upon every day.
And the strength to make it through another day
Acknowledging the Lord's strength and support to face the challenges and obstacles of life.
Why You loved me so
Expressing the feeling of wonder and gratitude for the Lord's unconditional love.
Lord I'll never never know
Admitting the inability to comprehend the depth of the Lord's love and mercy.
But I'm so glad You did
Expressing immense joy and gratitude for the Lord's love and mercy.
I just wanna take this time to say thank You for?
Taking a moment to thank the Lord for all the blessings and opportunities bestowed upon.
One more chance
Expressing gratefulness to the Lord for another opportunity to live a righteous and fulfilling life.
To simply say?
Emphasizing the simplicity of expressing gratitude towards the Lord.
Lord I really love You
Expressing deep love and devotion to the Lord.
For all the things You've done
Expressing gratitude for all the blessings, favours and protection provided by the Lord.
Lord I thank You for giving one?
Thanking the Lord for a new opportunity to raise one's hands and show gratitude.
To lift my hand?
Expressing the intention to raise one's hands in worship, praise and gratitude towards the Lord.
Down through the years You've been faithful
Acknowledging the Lord's faithfulness, sustaining and guiding throughout the journey of life.
I will ever sing Your praise
Declaring the intention to continuously praise and worship the Lord.
For giving me for giving me
Thanking the Lord for the grace, blessings and opportunities provided.
Lord I know I don't deserve Your goodness
Acknowledging one's unworthiness to receive the blessings and goodness of the Lord.
I know I've failed You time and time again
Admitting the mistakes and failures in the past that resulted in hurting the Lord and oneself.
But Your grace reached out for me
Acknowledging the Lord's grace and mercy that extends even when humans don't deserve it.
Now I know Your all I need
Realizing the importance and sufficiency of the Lord's love, guidance and blessings in one's life.
So how could I repay
Expressing the gratitude towards the Lord and questioning how to return the favour.
I'll start the day by taking time to say thank You for?
Acknowledging the importance of starting the day with gratitude and thanking the Lord for his blessings.
Giving me one more chance
Thanking the Lord for another chance to live a fulfilling and righteous life.
Thank You for giving me
Thanking the Lord for the blessings, guidance and favour provided.
To try again
Expressing gratefulness for the opportunity to make amends and fix the mistakes.
See a brand new day
Showing gratitude for another day to live, explore and experience life with new opportunities and challenges.
With my family
Expressing the gratitude for the loving and supportive family provided by the Lord.
To praise Your name?
Expressing the intention to offer worship and praise towards the Lord's name.
I give You glory Father?
Acknowledging the Lord's glory, power and sovereignty in one's life.
We love You we love You
Expressing the love and devotion towards the Lord as a community.
I messed it up over and over again?
Acknowledging one's mistakes and repeated failures.
But You still showed me love?
Acknowledging the Lord's love and mercy that extends even when humans don't deserve it.
One more chance
Thanking the Lord for the grace, mercy and blessings provided and showing readiness to live a righteous and fulfilling life.
Contributed by Cole W. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@connieleverett2396
I'm so thankful to God for giving me "One More Chance"
@deniseowens4543
Wake up every morning and say thank you Lord for this day help me make it good in your eye's
@debbiedennis2040
Beautiful song and am thanking God for giving me one more
Chance to praise his name
@vearnerdublin
For giving me one more chance, I thank you, Lord
@connieleverett2396
"One More Chance" is such an awesome song and I am forever grateful to God for giving me one more chance!!!!
@deniseowens4543
We get one more chance everyday unmerited favor that's what GRACE is. Thank you Jesus
@lindachavis8747
I HAVE FALLEN IN LOVE WITH THIS SONG AND THANK YOU LORD FOR GIVING ME ONE MORE CHANCE. AND MAY I GET IT RIGHT THIS TIME AND I DO.THANK.YOU LORD FOR THIS ONE MORE CHANCE.I HAVE BEEN LISTEN TO THIS SONG OVER AND OVER FOR OVER ONE HOUR AND A HALF NOW👍💕
@connieleverett2396
God thank You for another chance 🙏
@charlotterobinson1320
"One More Chance" This song is and I pray will be to others a reminder that no matter what you're going through God gives His grace and mercy. He allows us the grace to love...like He loves. To forgive, to trust "Him" to bring a marriage; a friendship; lives and to "bring VOICE" to your faith. A much inspiring song...God sent. A testimony. Thank you Holy Spirit for using their voice, to give me Your Word. "Thank you for 'giving me, one more chance'.
@connieleverett2396
Lord I thank God for another chance 🙏