Yah Mo B There

Quincy Jones

About Yah Mo B There

"Yah Mo B There" is an R&B song by American singers James Ingram and Michael McDonald. It was written by Ingram, McDonald, Rod Temperton, and producer Quincy Jones. The song originally appeared on Ingram's 1983 album It's Your Night, released on Jones's Qwest Records label. It was released as a single in late 1983, peaking at No. 19 on the U. S. charts in 1984, and No. 44 on the UK charts also in 1984, (the remixed version by Jellybean Benitez hit No. 12 in the Spring of 1985 in the UK), and has subsequently appeared on several of Ingram and McDonald's greatest hits albums as well as various 1980s compilation albums. The performance earned the duo a 1985 Grammy Award for Best R&B Performance by a Duo or Group with Vocals. It was one of a series of very successful duets involving Ingram. It also received a nomination for Best R&B Song, losing to "I Feel for You" (Prince). 


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2001
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Heavenly Father
Watchin' us fall
We take from each other
And give nothing at all

Well, it's a doggone shame
But never too late for change
So if your love runs low
Just reach and call His name, His name

Yah Mo B there
Yah Mo B there
Yah Mo B there
Yah Mo B there
Whenever you call

Never be lonely
Lost in the night
'Cause run from the darkness
Lookin' for the light

'Cause it's a long hard road
That leads to a brighter day, hey
Don't let your heart grow cold
Just reach out and call His name, His name

Yah Mo B there
Yah Mo B there
Yah Mo B there
Yah Mo B there

Yah Mo B there
(Yah Mo B there)
Yah Mo B there
(Whenever you call)
Yah Mo B there
(Yeah, yeah)
Yah Mo B there
Yah Mo B there

You can count on it, brother
'Cause we're all just findin' our way
Travelin' through time
People just got to keep pushin' on
No matter how many dreams slip away
Yah Mo B there

Well, it's a doggone shame
But never too late for change
So if your love runs low
Just reach and call His name
(Just call His name)

Yah Mo B there
(I'll be there)
Yah Mo B there
(When you need Me)
Yah Mo B there
(And I will catch You when you fall)
Yah Mo B there

Yah Mo B there
(Yah B there)
Yah Mo B there
(Whenever you call, whenever you call Me)
Yah Mo B there
(Yes, I will be there)
Yah Mo B there
(I will be right there)

Yah Mo B there
(Yah Mo B there)
Yah Mo B there

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Quincy Jones

Quincy Delight Jones, Jr. (born March 14, 1933) is an American record producer, conductor, arranger, film composer, television producer, and trumpeter. His career spans five decades in the entertainment industry and a record 79 Grammy Award nominations, 27 Grammys, including a Grammy Legend Award in 1991. more »

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10 facts about this song

Creation & Songwriters
"Yah Mo B There" is a song by American singers James Ingram and Michael McDonald. It was co-written by Ingram, McDonald, Rod Temperton, and famed music producer Quincy Jones.
Release Details
The song was originally released in November 1983, serving as a single from James Ingram's debut album, "It's Your Night."
Grammys Success
"Yah Mo B There" won the 27th Annual Grammy Award in 1985 for Best R&B Performance by a Duo or Group with Vocals, marking a significant achievement for the artists involved.
Chart Rankings
The song was a major chart success across multiple countries. It peaked at No.19 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart in the United States, while in the UK Singles chart, it reached No.12.
Music Style
The song blends elements of R&B and soul music, showcasing both Ingram's and McDonald's powerful and emotive vocal styles.
Quincy Jones's Influence
Quincy Jones, one of the song's co-writers, was also the producer of the track. He's famed for his production work with artists like Michael Jackson and Frank Sinatra.
Cover Versions
The song has been covered by several artists over the years, demonstrating its enduring popularity. One notable version is a remix by dance music duo The RAH Band in 1998.
Samples
"Yah Mo B There" has been sampled in numerous tracks by various artists, reflecting its influence on contemporary music. For instance, hip-hop duo Eric B. & Rakim sampled the song for their track "Know the Ledge."
Use in Popular Culture
The song, especially its catchy titular phrase "Yah Mo B There", has been referenced in several TV shows and films, including "The 40-Year-Old Virgin."
Lyrics Interpretation
The song is often interpreted as a religious call for guidance, with the title "Yah Mo B There" being a phonetic rendering of the phrase "Jehovah will be there."

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