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
You Made Me So Very Happy
The Whispers Lyrics
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Got mad and closed the door.
But you said try just once more.
I chose you for the one,
Now I'm having so much fun.
You treated me so kind,
I'm about to lose my mind.
You made me so very happy,
The others were untrue,
But when it came to lovin' you,
I'd spend my whole life with you.
'Cause you came and you took control,
You touched my very soul.
You always showed me that
Loving you was where it's at.
You made me so very happy,
I'm so glad you came into my life.
I love you so much, it seems
That you're even in my dreams.
I hear you calling me.
I'm so in love with you,
All I ever want to do is
Thank you, baby.
You made me so very happy,
I'm so glad you came into my life.
You made me so very happy,
I'm so glad you came into my life.
The Whispers's song "You've Made Me So Very Happy" is a love song about finding true love after experiencing heartbreak. The lyrics in the first stanza express the singer's past experience with failed relationships and closing the door on love. However, the singer's outlook changes when their current partner convinces them to try love one more time. From this point on, the song speaks of the joy and happiness of being in love and finding someone who treats you with kindness.
The second stanza shows the stark contrast between the singer's past relationships and the one they have now. The singer emphasizes the genuineness of their love and what makes their current partner stand out from the others. The line "You touched my very soul" shows that their partner has had a profound impact on them and that this relationship is meaningful and real.
The final stanza displays the depth of the singer's love for their partner, even going as far as to dream about them. The singer expresses gratitude and appreciation towards their partner for bringing happiness into their life.
Overall, "You've Made Me So Very Happy" is a beautiful, soulful love song that speaks to the heart of anyone who has experienced heartbreak and found love again.
Line by Line Meaning
I lost at love before,
I had been unsuccessful in love before this.
Got mad and closed the door.
I shut myself off from love because I was angry.
But you said try just once more.
You urged me to give love another chance.
I chose you for the one,
I selected you as the person I wanted to be with.
Now I'm having so much fun.
I'm enjoying being in a relationship with you.
You treated me so kind,
You were very compassionate and understanding with me.
I'm about to lose my mind.
I feel so happy and excited that I'm nearly overwhelmed with emotion.
You made me so very happy,
You brought so much joy and happiness to my life.
I'm so glad you came into my life.
I'm grateful that you entered my life and became a part of it.
The others were untrue,
Previous lovers had been deceitful and dishonest.
But when it came to lovin' you,
However, with you, our love was genuine.
I'd spend my whole life with you.
I want to spend the rest of my life with you.
'Cause you came and you took control,
You took charge of our relationship in the best possible way.
You touched my very soul.
You deeply connected with me emotionally.
You always showed me that
You consistently demonstrated to me that
Loving you was where it's at.
Loving you was the pinnacle of happiness and fulfillment.
I love you so much, it seems
My love for you is so immense that it feels as if
That you're even in my dreams.
You even appear in my dreams.
I hear you calling me.
I feel a strong connection to you, even when we're apart.
I'm so in love with you,
I'm completely and totally in love with you.
All I ever want to do is
All I want to do is
Thank you, baby.
Express my gratitude and appreciation to you, my love.
You made me so very happy,
You brought so much joy and happiness to my life.
I'm so glad you came into my life.
I'm grateful that you entered my life and became a part of it.
You made me so very happy,
You brought so much joy and happiness to my life.
I'm so glad you came into my life.
I'm grateful that you entered my life and became a part of it.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: BERRY GORDY JR, BRENDA HOLLOWAY, FRANK WILSON, PATRICE HOLLOWAY
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Michael Wilks
I love this song just like I love every other Whispers song that I've ever heard. They could sing the alphabet and make it a soulful, melodic ballad, these are some bad "cats". And I also have to give a shout out to Blood, Sweat and Tears the originator of this song. Because their rendition was also great and sweet musical "candy" to the ears.
Afterthought Media
Inspirational !
Ricardo B. Deejay
D +
Luan P. Hasnay
Very fine.