Whodunit
Tavares
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Whodunit Who stole my baby Whodunit Everyone in the room looks shady Whodunit Who stole my girl from me (Yeah) Whodunit Who took my honey Whodunit I know the motive was not funny Whodunit It's a bedside mystery (Yeah, yeah) Hey, where's the phone to call Sherlock Holmes [Somebody took my baby] I've been framed by what's his name And he's gettin' away Charlie Chan, see if you can Help me find those two, won't you Where were you on the night of the 12th [I was by myself] She went dancin' in the dark, Somebody stole her heart Ellery Queen if you're so keen Won't you help me find my sweet thing (Yeah, yeah) Whodunit Who stole my baby Whodunit Everyone in the room looks shady Whodunit Who stole my girl from me (Yeah) Whodunit (Whodunit) Who took my honey Whodunit I know the motive was not funny Whodunit (Whodunit) It's a bedside mystery The place is surrounded [The place is surrounded] Nobody leaves till I found her [Nobody leaves till I found her] Until this case is solved It's up against the wall, you all Whodunit (I wonder, wonder who) Who stole my baby Whodunit (Whodunit) Everyone in the room looks shady Whodunit (I wonder who, was is you) Who stole my girl from me (Hey Baretta, won't you please go get her) Whodunit (For cryin' out loud) Who took my honey Whodunit (Somebody call McCloud) I know the motive was not funny Whodunit (Where is my baby) It's a bedside mystery (Yeah, Kojak won't you bring her back) Whodunit (Ironside, don't you let her slide) Who stole my baby Whodunit (Tell Dirty Harry) Everyone in the room looks shady (We're supposed to get married) Whodunit Who stole my girl from me (From me, from me)
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Written by: FREDERICK J. PERREN, KENI ST. LEWIS
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
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11 facts about this song
Genre Classification"Whodunit" by Tavares falls under the Disco genre. This was a popular genre in the 1970s combining elements of funk, soul, pop, and salsa.
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Release DateThe song "Whodunit" was released in 1977, during the pinnacle of the disco era.
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SongwritersThe track was written by Keni St. Lewis and Freddie Perren. Perren was a notable figure in the disco era, co-writing songs like "I Will Survive" and "Shake Your Groove Thing."
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Chart Performance"Whodunit" was a chart-topping hit. It reached No.1 in the US Billboard Hot Soul singles chart and peaked at No.22 on the US Billboard Hot 100.
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Album DetailsThe song was from their album titled "Love Storm" which was the seventh studio album by Tavares.
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Tavares BandTavares is a group of five brothers, all with the surname Tavares, who hailed from Massachusetts. They produced several hits in the disco era including "Heaven Must Be Missing An Angel" and "More Than a Woman."
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Award RecognitionThe song "Whodunit" won Tavares the Grammy for Best R&B Performance by a Duo or Group in 1978.
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Cover VersionBritish comedian, Tommy Cooper, surprising covered the song "Whodunit" in 1980, reaching No. 40 in the UK pop charts.
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InspirationThe title "Whodunit" is a nod to mystery novels and films, the term being a blend of words "Who Done It?", commonly used in detective fiction.
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Musical Elements"Whodunit" makes use of typical disco era elements such as catchy melodies, exciting rhythms, and rich instrumental textures including horns and strings. The group's strong vocal harmonies are also a standout feature of this track.
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Live PerformancesTavares often included "Whodunit" in their live performances due to its popularity and catchy rhythm, becoming one of the staple songs integral to their disco identity.
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