Hutch produced albums by acts such as The 5th Dimension, Michael Jackson and Smokey Robinson.
Besides writing hit songs such as The Jackson 5's "I'll Be There", Hutch also recorded several albums for Motown (and later for Whitfield Records, run by former Motown producer Norman Whitfield), and had Top 20 R&B hits with singles such as "Brother's Gonna Work It Out" and "Slick" (both 1973). Following in the tradition of Curtis Mayfield, he recorded the soundtrack album for the blaxploitation films The Mack (1973) and Foxy Brown (1974).
Moving back to Dallas in 1994, he continued to record and perform while living comfortably on royalties from old hits and new samples. His manager, Anthony Voyce, said of Hutch: "I've never met a more generous and caring person." He died in 2005.
He is survived by six children, and was the uncle to Cold 187um of the rap group Above The Law.[1]
I Choose You
Willie Hutch Lyrics
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I choose you baby (ooh)
And I'll tell you why
You where there
When no one else
Would be in my corner
Girl and it's you that I've learned to love
And place no one above
Except take you home and make you my lovin' wife
So we can always be together
Oh ain't that nice
Oh, I choose you baby
Oh, I choose you girl (baby)
Girl no longer do I
Have to shop around anymore no, no, no, no
I've found that once in a lifetime
Girl that I've been searching for
My baby you're alright
How can I convince you girl that you're truly out of sight
Woah-oh
You're the kind of woman that any man would be proud to know
Kind of woman that'll have a man bragging anywhere he goes
Oh, I choose you baby
Oh, I choose you baby
'Cause your sugar
Oh your spice
Woman love, your every thing nice
Oh my goodness
And oh I feel real proud
Oh, I choose you baby
Oh, I choose you baby
The lyrics of Willie Hutch's song "I Choose You" express pure, unfiltered love for a woman who has been a constant and loyal support system. He starts by repeating the phrase "I choose you baby" multiple times, emphasizing the idea of his deep and unwavering affection for her. The second line acknowledges the gravity of his decision and the reasons why he has chosen this particular woman. She stood by his side when nobody else would, "in my corner," indicating that she was with him during his toughest times. The fourth line is an affirmation of her role in his life, stating that she is the one he has learned to love and hold above all others. Hutch's sincerity is further evident in the line "Oh, how can I ever thank you, except take you home and make you my lovin' wife," which conveys his desire to spend the rest of his life with her. The song concludes with the repeating of the central phrase that expresses the certainty and finality of his decision.
Unsurprisingly, the lyrics of "I Choose You" have led to various interpretations. Some suggest that the song speaks to the changing climate of romantic relationships during the 1970s, particularly the shift towards more autonomous and individualistic commitments. Others think that the lyrics reflect a deeper cultural and societal movement towards appreciating and valuing women's independence and strength, in addition to their ability to support and care for their partners.
Line by Line Meaning
I, ooh, I choose you baby
I have chosen you as my partner, baby
I choose you baby (ooh)
I have chosen you, my baby, and I am excited about it
And I'll tell you why
I am going to explain to you the reasons for my choice
You where there
You were present in my life when no one else was
When no one else
When other people were absent or unhelpful
Would be in my corner
You showed up and supported me
Girl and it's you that I've learned to love
I learned to love you, and only you, my dear partner
And place no one above
Nobody else is more important to me than you
Oh, how can I ever thank you
I am full of gratitude and don't know how to adequately express it
Except take you home and make you my lovin' wife
I want to marry you and spend the rest of my life loving you
So we can always be together
I want to be with you forever, in a loving marriage
Oh ain't that nice
Isn't that a wonderful thought?
Girl no longer do I
I no longer
Have to shop around anymore no, no, no, no
I don't have to search for a partner anymore
I've found that once in a lifetime
I've found the one perfect partner that is rare to find
Girl that I've been searching for
The partner that I have been searching for is you, my dear girl
My baby you're alright
You are the perfect partner for me, my dear baby
How can I convince you girl that you're truly out of sight
How can I make you believe that you are the most amazing partner I could ever have?
Woah-oh
a reaction of affirmation
You're the kind of woman that any man would be proud to know
You are the kind of partner that any man would be lucky to have
Kind of woman that'll have a man bragging anywhere he goes
You are the sort of partner that I'll be proud to show off anywhere I go
Oh your spice
Your beauty and energy are irresistible
Woman love, your every thing nice
You are perfection in my eyes, my dear
Oh my goodness
An expression of surprise and positivity
And oh I feel real proud
I'm full of pride for choosing such an amazing partner
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Willie Hutch
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Jesse
on Easy Does It
anyone know where i can find the lyrics or know them all. I've been confused about some of the words and background for too long.
Yvette Cookie Caston
on Theme Of The Mack
#Gas