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 Never Miss Your Water
The Whispers Lyrics
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I know that I was wrong
Been everywhere that she could be
Still can't believe she's gone
I'm so afraid she won't return
And that will blow my mind
But if she does, I'll treat her right
And things will be just fine
You never miss your water 'til your well runs dry
I feel so bad, I could cry
(You know)
You never miss your water 'til your well runs dry
I feel so bad, I could cry
Another chance is all I need
We'll be alright this time
O Lord above, please hear my prayer
My baby, I must find
I'm all alone and now I notice
What she's been to me
I'll never find another girl
As wonderful as she
You never miss your water 'til your well runs dry
I feel so bad, I could cry
(I'll say)
You never miss your water 'til your well runs dry
I feel so bad, I could cry
One more chance is all I need
We'll be alright this time
O Lord above, please hear my prayer
My baby, I must find
I'm all alone and now I know
What she's been to me
I'll never find another girl
As wonderful as she
You never miss your water 'til your well runs dry
I feel so bad, I could cry
(Don't you know)
You never miss your water 'til your well runs dry?
I feel so bad, I could cry
(You better belive)
You never miss your water 'til your well runs dry
I feel so bad, I could cry
(Now I see)
You never miss your water 'til your well runs dry
I feel so bad, I could cry
(Got to find, got to find, got to find my baby)
You never miss your water 'til your well runs dry
I feel so bad, I could cry
(We're gonna be alright this time)
You never miss your water 'til your well runs dry
I feel so bad, I could cry
"You Never Miss Your Water" is a song by The Whispers about a man who realizes the value of what he had only after it’s gone. In the first verse, the singer states that his love interest has never been so lonely before informing that he knows he was wrong. He mentions that he’s been everywhere looking for her, but still can’t believe that she’s gone. In the chorus, he sings that you never miss your water until your well runs dry, implying that he never fully appreciated his love interest until he lost her; he now feels so bad that he could cry.
In the second verse, the singer asks for one more chance and promises that things will be alright this time if he gets it. He prays that he can find his love and says that he now realizes what she meant to him. The song ends with the chorus repeated several times, emphasizing the message that you never truly appreciate what you have until it’s gone.
The song is a soulful ballad with a classic R&B sound. It has a slow and somber melody that reflects the sadness of the lyrics. The vocals by The Whispers are smooth and emotional, perfectly capturing the regret and desperation of the singer.
Line by Line Meaning
She never stayed this lonely 'fore
This woman has never felt this lonely before.
I know that I was wrong
The singer understands that they made a mistake.
Been everywhere that she could be
The singer has looked everywhere for this woman.
Still can't believe she's gone
The artist is in disbelief that this woman has left.
I'm so afraid she won't return
The artist is fearful that the woman will not come back.
And that will blow my mind
The idea of the woman not coming back is overwhelming to the singer.
But if she does, I'll treat her right
If the woman returns, the singer will treat her well.
And things will be just fine
If the woman returns, everything will be okay.
You never miss your water 'til your well runs dry
People often do not appreciate what they have until it is gone.
I feel so bad, I could cry
The artist is feeling guilty and upset.
Another chance is all I need
The singer wants another chance to make things right with the woman.
We'll be alright this time
If given another chance, things will be okay.
O Lord above, please hear my prayer
The singer is asking for help from a higher power.
My baby, I must find
The singer is determined to find the woman.
I'm all alone and now I notice
The singer realizes how alone they are without the woman.
What she's been to me
The artist understands the importance of the woman in their life.
I'll never find another girl
The artist believes that they will not find another woman like the one who left them.
As wonderful as she
The woman who left is very special to the singer.
(You better believe)
The singer is emphasizing the importance of the next lines.
(Got to find, got to find, got to find my baby)
The artist is determined to find the woman.
We're gonna be alright this time
If given another chance, things will be okay.
(Now I see)
The artist has had a realization.
(Don't you know)
The singer is asking if the listener understands.
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@clarenceholmes8751
Classic song.the.beginning
@roland.chestnut167
THESE BOYS ARE ROUGH PERIOD
@sheridanharris1436
I love this song
@yuridiogo5528
Melhor linha de baixo, perfeito!
@darnellduncan7498
0l ppl l,Lol
@Thinksamuel
The beginning sounds like Michael jackson's The way you make me feel
@maxxdroid1975
Thinksamuel
Actually, keeping in the Pop/R&B world "Cheaper to Keep Her" by Johnny Taylor. Overall though, I think this is a cover which is greatly done by the mighty Whispers.
@Cas82958
I don't hear that at all
@fortheloveofgoodmusic..4549
Is that Alfonso Johnson on the bass?
@lesjuly
Yes