Whatcha Gonna Do

Pablo Cruise

About Whatcha Gonna Do

"Whatcha Gonna Do?" is a song by American rock group Pablo Cruise, from their album A Place in the Sun in 1977. It was released as a single and reached #6 on the Billboard Hot 100. Billboard ranked it as the No. 16 song of 1977. In Canada, "Whatcha Gonna Do?" reached number one on the pop singles chart. It is ranked as the 24th biggest Canadian hit of 1977.


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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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Pablo Cruise

Pablo Cruise is a pop/rock band currently composed of David Jenkins (guitar and vocals), Cory Lerios (keyboards and vocals), Steve Price (drums) and Larry Antonino (bass and vocals). Formed in 1973, the band released eight studio albums over the next decade, during which time four singles reached the top 20 of the Billboard Hot 100 chart. The group underwent several personnel changes and split up in 1986. The original lineup - Jenkins, Lerios, Price and Bud Cockrell - reunited in 2004. more »

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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

Formation of the Band
The band "Pablo Cruise" was formed in 1973 in San Francisco, consisting of members David Jenkins, Cory Lerios, Steve Price, and Bud Cockrell.
Genre of Music
Pablo Cruise is known for its blend of pop/rock with a strong emphasis on melody, abundant harmonies and a distinctive West Coast vibe. Their style can be classified as Soft Rock, Pop-Rock, and Adult Contemporary.
Release Year
The song "Whatcha Gonna Do?" was released in 1977.
Album Details
"Whatcha Gonna Do?" is a track from the band's third album titled "A Place in the Sun."
Chart Performance
The song was a big hit for Pablo Cruise, peaking at No. 6 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart in August 1977.
Song Composition
"Whatcha Gagna Do?" was written by members David Jenkins, Cory Lerios, and Bruce Day.
Radio Airplay
To this day, "Whatcha Gonna Do?" still catches reasonable radio airplay and is often played on classic pop, AOR, and classic rock radio stations.
Music Video
Unlike many songs from the 70s, "Whatcha Gonna Do?" actually has a music video, which adds to its uniqueness in an era when music videos weren't as prevalent as they are today.
Cover Versions
The song has been covered multiple times over the years, indicating its enduring popularity.
Lyrical Interpretation
The lyrics of "Whatcha Gonna Do?" are about a relationship where the woman is no longer satisfied and the man is wondering what she intends to do.
Pablo Cruise's Success
"Whatcha Gonna Do?" played a significant role in Pablo Cruise's rise to fame during the latter half of the 1970s.
Lasting Appeal
Despite it being over four decades since its release, "Whatcha Gonna Do?" continues to be a fan favorite and is often performed by Pablo Cruise at their live shows.

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