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
Whip Appeal
The Whispers Lyrics
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'Cause we never talk a lot when we spend time alone
So how are we supposed to know know when somethin' is wrong
Well, we've got a right to communicate it keeps a happy home
And no one does it like me and no that's sure
Has that kind of whip appeal on me
Keep on whippin' on me work it on me
Keep on whippin' on me baby work it on me
Whip all your sweet sad lovin' on me
When we go to work how the day seems so long
The only thing I think about can't wait till we get home
'Cause we got a way of talking and it's better than words
It's the strangest kind of relationship oh but with us it always works
And no one does it like me and no one but you
Has that kind of whip appeal on me
Whatever you want it's alright with me
'Cause you've got that whip appeal so work it on me
It's better than love sweet as can be
You've got that whip appeal so whip it on me babe
Keep on whippin' on me work it on me
Whip all your sweet sad lovin' me on me
Keep on whippin' on me who work it on me
Whip all your sweet sad lovin' on me
'Cause no one does it like me and no one but you
Has that kind of whip appeal on me
Whatever you want it's alright with me
'Cause you've got that whip appeal so work it on me
It's better than love sweet as can be
You've got that whip appeal so whip it on me
Whatever you want it's alright with me
'Cause you've got that whip appeal so work it on me
It's better than love sweet as can be
You've got that whip appeal so whip it on me
Whatever you want it's alright with me
'Cause you've got that whip appeal so work it on me
It's better than love sweet as can be
You've got that whip appeal so whip it on me
Whatever you want it's alright with me
'Cause you've got that whip appeal so work it on me
It's better than love sweet as can be
You've got that whip appeal so whip it on me
Keep on whippin' on me who work it on me
Whip all your sweet sweet lovin' on me
Keep on whippin' on me you work it on me
Whip all your sweet sweet lovin' on me
In The Whispers's song Whip Appeal, the lyrics tell the story of a couple who is struggling to communicate with each other. The opening lines suggest that someone warned the singer that there may be issues in their relationship because they don't talk enough when they are alone. The lyrics then go on to say that open communication is important in a relationship and that the person singing has found a unique way of communicating with their partner. They describe it as a "strange relationship" but it always seems to work for them.
As the song continues, the lyrics imply that the couple has a strong physical and emotional connection. When they are at work, everything seems to drag on until they can be together again. However, their unique way of communicating seems to make everything okay once they are reunited. The chorus uses the metaphor of a whip to describe the way the singer's partner keeps them in line and brings them back when they're feeling lost or distant. They say that "no one does it like me and no one but you has that kind of whip appeal on me," suggesting that their unique way of communicating is what keeps their relationship so strong.
Overall, the lyrics of Whip Appeal describe a relationship that may not fit the mold of a traditional partnership, but one that works for the couple involved. It emphasizes the importance of communication and connection in a relationship and uses powerful metaphors to drive that message home.
Line by Line Meaning
Somebody told me there'd be trouble at home
I heard there might be problems in our relationship
'Cause we never talk a lot when we spend time alone
We don't communicate much when we're together
So how are we supposed to know know when somethin' is wrong
How can we identify issues if we don't talk about them?
Well, we've got a right to communicate it keeps a happy home
We should communicate with each other to maintain a happy relationship
And no one does it like me and no that's sure
I have a unique way of communicating
Has that kind of whip appeal on me
I'm drawn to your communication style like a whip
Keep on whippin' on me work it on me
Keep using your style of communication on me
Whip all your sweet sad lovin' me on me
Use your communication style to show me affection
When we go to work how the day seems so long
The workday seems very long without you
The only thing I think about can't wait till we get home
All I can think about is being with you at home
'Cause we got a way of talking and it's better than words
Our communication is better than just using words
It's the strangest kind of relationship oh but with us it always works
Our relationship is strange but it always works because of our communication
And no one does it like me and no one but you
Our communication style is unique to us
Whatever you want it's alright with me
I'm okay with anything you want
'Cause you've got that whip appeal so work it on me
Your communication style is attractive, use it on me
It's better than love sweet as can be
Your communication style is better than love, it's so sweet
Keep on whippin' on me who work it on me
Keep using your communication style on me
Whip all your sweet sweet lovin' on me
Use your communication style to show me affection
Lyrics © Peermusic Publishing, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner/Chappell Music, Inc., Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: KENNETH BABYFACE EDMONDS, REID PERRI
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