Fontenot, Robert (2007). "I Am the Walrus". About.com. Archived from the original on 20 January 2008 . Retrieved 7 December 2007. Rampton, Mike (21 June 2021). "Danny Elfman: The 10 songs that changed my life". Kerrang! . Retrieved 17 November 2023.

It was never the best match. There was no one near at hand for him to talk to except a kindly neighbour, Mrs Knight, who lived nearby. Deezen, Eddie (2012). "Who was the walrus? Analyzing the strangest Beatle's song" . Retrieved 9 July 2017. The lyrics – about searching the world for an estranged lover – aren’t from personal experience. Lisa tends to make up stories and she’s good at putting herself in someone else’s shoes. If you write down “been around the world and I, I, I, I can’t find my baby” it sounds nonsensical, but there’s obviously something that connects emotionally. It leapt out to other people far more than it did to us. For us, it was one song in a group of five that we thought were good. But as soon as our manager, Jazz Summers, heard it, he went: “That’s it!”He had further international success with "Let the Music Play", "You See the Trouble With Me", "Baby, We'd Better Try to Get it Together", "Don't Make Me Wait Too Long" and a cover version of Billy Joel's "Just The Way You Are". "It was a beautiful time," White said. It is also interesting to note that this groovy hit inspired several covers over the years, including an electronic dance version by Shannon in 1983. However, none could match up to the charm and elegance of Barry White's original masterpiece. After winning the Cross Internacional Juan Muguerza meet, he led the English team to victory at the 1966 International Cross Country Championships in Rabat. Read More a b Renda, Matthew (May 25, 2017). " 'Destitute' Son Sues Barry White's Estate for His Share". Courthouse News Service.

In 2023, Rolling Stone ranked White at number 56 on its list of the 200 Greatest Singers of All Time. [39] Awards and nominations [ edit ] What set Barry White apart was his ability to craft lush, orchestral arrangements that complemented his voice perfectly. His music often featured sweeping strings, grooving basslines, and a distinct rhythm section, creating a signature sound that was instantly recognizable. White's unstable health prevented him from receiving a new kidney, and he died on July 4, 2003, at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles after suffering cardiac arrest. He was 58 years old. [34] [35] His remains were cremated, and the ashes were scattered in the ocean off the California coast. [36] Legacy [ edit ] This first solo album, I've Got So Much to Give (1973), was a huge success and White began a run of multi-million-selling albums and singles. By 1974, he had become a worldwide phenomenon, topping the American charts with the lavishly produced instrumental "Love's Theme" by Love Unlimited Orchestra and as a solo artist with "Can't Get Enough of Your Love, Babe" and reaching No 1 in Britain with "You're the First, the Last, My Everything". Boyd, Pattie; with Junor, Penny (2007). Wonderful Today: The Autobiography. London: Headline Review. ISBN 978-0-7553-1646-5.White became his church's organist at age 10; a year later, he made his recording debut playing piano on Jesse Belvin's doo-wop hit Goodnight My Love (Pleasant Dreams). White also sang in his church choir, but was not always the ideal choirboy. In his teens, he was caught stealing tires and was sent to a juvenile prison for four months. His incarceration proved to be a turning point. He switched from gangs to vocal groups.

You have to have knowledge to deal with things," he said, looking around at the books in the library. With his large frame and unmistakably deep, rich, voice, Barry White was a towering figure in the world of soul music. Dubbed the Walrus of Love, he enjoyed a virtual monopoly on pillow talk disco during the mid-1970s. Reed, Rex (March 1968). "Entertainment (The Beatles Magical Mystery Tour)" (PDF). HiFi/Stereo Review. p.117. Archived (PDF) from the original on 22 November 2021 . Retrieved 6 April 2020.

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The same year's Stone Gon' went top 20 and the following year's Can't Get Enough went all the way to number one. White recorded 20 studio albums during the course of his career, but multiple versions and compilations were released worldwide that were certified gold, 41 of which also attained platinum status. White had 20 gold and 10 platinum singles, with worldwide record sales in excess of 100million records, and is one of the best-selling music artists of all time. [2] His influences included James Cleveland, Ray Charles, Aretha Franklin, The Supremes, the Four Tops and Marvin Gaye. You See the Trouble With Me' talks about a man communicating his problems to his lover who he believes can help him through it all. The soulful lyrics are catchy and relatable which makes anyone enjoy this classic tune of Mr. Love Unlimited himself.