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
Praise His Holy Name
The Whispers Lyrics
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Shout hallajuah
Praise his holy name
Sing till the power of the lord come down
Shout hallajuah
Praise his holy name
Amazin grace how sweet the sound
I once was lost but now im found
Was blind but now i see
Jesus jesus how i love thee
Shout halleluah
Praise his holy name
Must jesus bear the cross alone
And all the world go free
No there's a cross for everyone
And theres a cross for me
Jesus jesus how i love thee
Shout halleluah
Praise his holy name
Holy jesus praise his name
Oh hallejuah praise his holy name (x4)
Hal le lu jahaha
Praise his name hal le lu oh ya 3 parts together
Lord prase his holy name (x3)
Hal le lu jahaha
Praise his name hal le lu oh ya
Lord prase his holy name (x2)
Praise his name
Praise his holy name
Praise his name
Oh praise his holy name (2)
Praise him
The song "Praise His Holy Name" by The Whispers embodies the essence of Gospel music. The song is an exclamation of faith, hope, and a compelling need to praise God despite any circumstance. The song opens with the call to sing until the power of the Lord comes down. The lyricist uses singing and shouting as a form of prayer and praise to show gratitude to God for all he has done. The first verse of the song is a reference to the hymn "Amazing Grace." The verse acknowledges God's profound love and grace, which saved even the most undesirable souls, like the songwriter.
The second verse is a call to take up our cross and follow Jesus. The cross represents the burden we must carry as Christians, but it is also an invitation to personal growth and spiritual fulfillment. The songwriters emphasize that we must carry our own cross and not rely on the world to bear it for us. The chorus repeats and magnifies the invitation to praise God's holy name, showcasing the central message of the song. The song concludes with a call to praise and ends with the word "him," referring to God.
Overall, "Praise His Holy Name" is an inspiring song about faith, hope, and the desire to praise God. It is a song of celebration, hope and a reminder of the salvation narrative. It is a testament to the power of faith and how it can serve as a foundation upon which we build our lives.
Line by Line Meaning
Sing till the power of the lord come down.
Continue to sing until the strength and might of the Lord descends upon us.
Shout hallajuah
Shout a cry of praise to God that expresses great joy and spiritual elation.
Praise his holy name
Offer exaltation to the pure and sinless name of God.
Amazin grace how sweet the sound
The beauty of God's love and mercy for all humanity is indescribably sweet and wonderful.
That saved that wrench like me
Despite being an imperfect and flawed human being, God has saved me and given me a chance at redemption.
I once was lost but now im found
I was once wandering aimlessly and without hope, but now I have been found and saved by God's grace.
Was blind but now i see
I was once spiritually blind, but now I can see the truth and goodness of God's divine plan.
Jesus jesus how i love thee
A declaration of love and devotion to Jesus Christ.
Must jesus bear the cross alone
Is it fair for Jesus to suffer alone on the cross?
And all the world go free
Should the rest of the world be allowed to escape the consequences of their sins and weaknesses?
No there's a cross for everyone
Every person must take up their own cross and bear the consequences of their actions.
And theres a cross for me
I have my own personal demons and weaknesses to overcome, just like everyone else.
Holy jesus praise his name
A call to offer holiness and reverence to the name of Jesus Christ.
Oh hallejuah praise his holy name (x4)
An expression of great joy and exultation in response to the divine and holy name of Jesus Christ.
Hal le lu jahaha
Syllables used to express a sense of spiritual joy and excitement.
Praise his name hal le lu oh ya
A call to exalt and honor the name of God.
Lord prase his holy name (x3)
An invocation to honor and glorify the holy name of the Lord.
Praise his name
A repeated call to exalt and honor the name of God.
Praise his holy name
An additional call to offer reverence and respect to the pure and sinless name of God.
Oh praise his holy name (2)
A repeated call to offer praise and exultation to the sinless and pure name of God.
Praise him
An imperative to offer praise and adoration to God.
Contributed by James T. Suggest a correction in the comments below.