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Whispers (Gettin' Louder)
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Wikipedia article
"'Whispers (Gettin' Louder)'" is a song written by Barbara Acklin and David Scott, recorded and released by Jackie Wilson in 1966.
Background
"Whispers (Gettin' Louder)" features instrumentation by the Funk Brothers and backing vocals by The Andantes. The song's B-side, "(Far from) The Fairest of Them All", was written by Buddy Scott and Jimmy Radcliffe and originally intended for presentation to Ray Charles.
Chart performance
The single peaked at No. 11 on the 'Billboard' Hot 100 singles chart and No. 5 on the Top Selling R&B Singles chart.
Cover versions
*In 1967, The Isley Brothers included it on their Soul on the Rocks LP.
References
Category:1966 songs
Category:1966 singles
Category:Brunswick Records singles
Category:Jackie Wilson songs
Category:Songs written by Barbara Acklin
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