Whatcha Gonna Do?
Pablo Cruise
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Whatcha gonna do when she says goodbye Whatcha gonna do when she is gone Whatcha gonna do when she says goodbye Whatcha gonna do when she is gone So you're having trouble with your romance Well you better check it out before it goes 'Cause you may not be seein' Things just the way you should And you don't recognize what everybody knows Whatcha gonna do when she says goodbye Whatcha gonna do when she is gone Whatcha gonna do when she says goodbye Whatcha gonna do when she is gone And all at once you're ready to hang it up 'Cause things didn't turn out the way you planned And all your friends they're calling you a fool 'Cause you don't know a good thing When you got it in your hands Whatcha gonna do when she says goodbye Whatcha gonna do when she is gone Whatcha gonna do when she says goodbye Whatcha gonna do when she is gone And all at once you're ready to hang it up 'Cause things didn't turn out the way you planned And all your friends they're calling you a fool 'Cause you don't know a good thing When you got it in your hands Whatcha gonna do when she says goodbye Whatcha gonna do when she is gone Whatcha gonna do when she says goodbye Whatcha gonna do when she is gone
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Written by: CORY CHARLES LERIOS, DAVID MICHAEL JENKINS
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
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12 facts about this song
Release Information"Whatcha Gonna Do?" is a popular song from the late 1970s. It was released by the rock band Pablo Cruise in May 1977.
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Chart SuccessIt became a major hit for the band. The song peaked at number 6 on the US Billboard Hot 100 chart and number 2 on the Easy Listening chart, making it one of the band's most successful singles.
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Album AccompanimentThe song appeared on Pablo Cruise's fourth studio album, "A Place In The Sun", which also became a commercial success.
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Band MembershipThe band members who performed on "Whatcha Gonna Do?" include David Jenkins (vocals), Cory Lerios (keyboard), Steve Price (drums), and Bud Cockrell (bass).
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Genre ClassificationThis song is generally classified as Soft Rock or West Coast Rock, and it was very typical of the band's distinctive smooth style.
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Songwriter CreditsThe song was a collaborative effort by the band members Cory Lerios and David Jenkins.
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Noteworthy Recognition"Whatcha Gonna Do?" is perhaps the best-known song by Pablo Cruise and is regularly played on classic hit radio stations.
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Band's Name OriginThe band name, Pablo Cruise, has a unique meaning. It’s a personification of a concept that the band members thought would be fun—an escaping from one's worries to a place where you can relax and not think about the stresses of daily life.
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Unique Song FeatureThe song features a notable instrumental breakdown, characterized by a memorable piano riff that occurs following the chorus.
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Cover VersionsThe song has been covered by various artists over the years due to its popularity, highlighting its influence and relevance in pop culture.
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Connection to SportsThe song has also been used many times in sports events. For instance, it was often played at San Francisco Giants (MLB team) games whenever closer Robb Nen was called into the game.
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Soundtrack InclusionThe track has been included in the soundtrack of several films and TV shows, underscoring its persistent appeal across the decades.
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