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
Soon As I Get Home
The Whispers Lyrics
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I don't like the way he treats you
He don't deserve you, for real
He really don't
Check this out
What kind of man would leave you standing in the cold?
Must have been a silly one to sacrifice a pot of gold
It's not that you require a lot, just need some tender loving care
[Chorus:]
I give good love
I'll buy your clothes
I'll cook your dinner, too
Soon as I get home from work
I'll pay your rent
Your faithful lover
Soon as I get home, soon as I get home from work
Girl, I'll treat you right, and I'll never lie
For all that it's worth
I'll give good love
(Good love, good love, good love)
Good love
It doesn't make sense that you should have a broken heart
Well, if I were the only one, I would never let you fall apart
You're the kind of woman that needs a man with lots of cash
With a stack of major credit cards, and with me you don't have to ask
[Chorus]
Girl, I'll treat you right, and I'll never lie or flirt
Soon as I get home, soon as I get home from work
Girl, I'll treat you right, and I'll never lie
For all that it's worth
I give good love
(Good love, good love, good love, good love)
Oh baby, good love
Oh, I give good love
(Good love, good love, good love, good love)
Oh baby, good love
Oh, no, no, no
[Chorus]
Girl, I'll treat you right, and I'll never lie or flirt
Soon as I get home, soon as I get home from work
Girl, I'll treat you right, and I'll never lie
For all that it's worth
All that it's worth, I give good love
(Good love, good love, good love, good love)
(Good love, good love, good love, good love)
(Good love, good love, good love, good love)
(Good love, good love, good love, good love)
(Good love, good love, good love, good love)
In "Soon As I Get Home," The Whispers make a case for why their romantic interest should leave her current partner and join them in a more fulfilling and loving relationship. They sing about the kind of man she deserves, one who would never leave her standing in the cold or have her heart broken. They describe her as someone who doesn't require much, just some tender loving care, and they promise to provide everything she needs - from buying her clothes to paying her rent to cooking her dinner - as soon as they get home from work. They also emphasize the importance of trust, stating that they'll never lie or flirt.
Throughout the song, The Whispers establish themselves as a better option for their love interest than her current partner. They imply that her current partner is foolish for leaving her out in the cold, and they contrast themselves by promising to always be there for her. They also make a point about financial stability, stating that she needs a man with lots of cash and major credit cards, and they position themselves as able to provide that kind of security.
Overall, "Soon As I Get Home" is a track about wooing someone away from a subpar relationship by offering a better, more loving option. The Whispers make a strong case for why their love interest should choose them, emphasizing their trustworthiness and ability to provide for her needs.
Line by Line Meaning
What kind of man would leave you standing in the cold?
Who could be so heartless to leave you alone and abandoned outside in the cold?
Must have been a silly one to sacrifice a pot of gold
Only a fool would give up the treasure of being with you
You're the kind of woman who needs a man that's always there
You require a man who is constantly present in your life to love and care for you
It's not that you require a lot, just need some tender loving care
You don't demand much, just crave some affection and gentle treatment
I give good love
I have a lot of love to give
I'll buy your clothes
I'll purchase the outfits you desire
I'll cook your dinner, too
I'll prepare a delicious meal for you even after working all day
Soon as I get home from work
As soon as I finish working and come home
I'll pay your rent
I'll cover the cost of your rent
Your faithful lover
A devoted partner you can always rely upon
Girl, I'll treat you right, and I'll never lie
I'll treat you with respect and honesty
For all that it's worth
No matter what the cost
It doesn't make sense that you should have a broken heart
It's unfair and illogical that someone as wonderful as you should suffer heartbreak
Well, if I were the only one, I would never let you fall apart
If I'm the one in your life, I'll protect you from falling apart emotionally
You're the kind of woman that needs a man with lots of cash
You're accustomed to being with men who have a lot of money
With a stack of major credit cards, and with me you don't have to ask
I have plenty of credit cards and you won't have to request anything from me
All that it's worth, I give good love
I'll give you all the love I have and it's worth it
Oh baby, good love
I have a lot of love to offer, my darling
Oh, no, no, no
An expression of determination to love and care for her
Lyrics © Warner/Chappell Music, Inc., KAREN SCHAUBEN PUBLISHING ADMINISTRATION
Written by: KENNETH EDMONDS
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