What Cha Gonna Do With My Lovin'

Stephanie Mills

About What Cha Gonna Do With My Lovin'

"What Cha Gonna Do with My Lovin'" is a 1979 single by Stephanie Mills from the album of the same name. It became a hit, reaching No. 22 on the Billboard Hot 100. It was a Top 10 hit on the R&B chart, as well as a minor hit in Canada.


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Ooh, I'm wishin'
Boy, I got my eyes on you
This mystery is thrillin'
I'm not sure just what to do

Ooh, hoo, hoo, this oasis
Is no mirage to me
Touchin' gently
Feel the love in me

Tell me what cha gonna do with my lovin'
I'm crazy 'bout your smilin' eyes
What cha gonna do with my lovin'
Please don't make me fantasize
What cha gonna do with my lovin'
Tell me now, oh

So hard lovin' daydreams
All my pleasures make believe
But with you as my daydream
I never want to leave

Ooh, ooh, ooh, this feeling
Shines like a precious jewel
And here if you want me
All my love is for you

Tell me what cha gonna do with my lovin'
I'm crazy 'bout your smilin' eyes
What cha gonna do with my lovin'
Please don't make me fantasize
What cha gonna do with my lovin'
Tell me now, oh, tell me now

(What cha gonna do, what cha gonna do)
Come on
(What cha gonna do)
Tell me
Come on
Tell me

(What cha gonna do, what cha gonna do)
What cha gonna do
(What cha gonna do)
Tell me
Come on
Tell me, tell me, oh

(What cha gonna do, what cha gonna do)
Baby
(What cha gonna do)
What cha gonna do with my lovin', yeah
Oh, tell me, baby
(What cha gonna do, what cha gonna do)

What cha gonna do, what cha gonna do
What cha gonna do

What cha gonna do, what cha gonna do
What cha gonna do

What cha gonna do, what cha gonna do
What cha gonna do

(What cha gonna do, what cha gonna do)
What cha gonna do, baby
(What cha gonna do)
What cha gonna do
Hey, oh

(What cha gonna do, what cha gonna do)
Come on, tell me, baby
(What cha gonna do)
Come on, tell me
Tell me, baby
Tell me what you gonna do with all my lovin', hey, hey, hey, hey

(What cha gonna do, what cha gonna do)
Tell me
(What cha gonna do)
What cha gonna do
What cha gonna do with my lovin'
Come on, tell me, what cha gonna do, hey

(What cha gonna do, what cha gonna do)
What cha gonna do
(What cha gonna do)
Tell me, come on, come on, come on tell me
All you got to do is tell me
What cha gonna do, oh oh

(What cha gonna do, what cha gonna do)
(What cha gonna do)
Yeah
Tell me, are you ready to tell me, tell me, baby

What cha gonna do, what cha gonna do
What cha gonna do

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Stephanie Mills

Stephanie Dorthea Mills (born March 22, 1957) is an American R&B and soul singer, and a former Broadway star. more »

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Written by: Reggie Lucas, James Mtume

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13 facts about this song

Album and Release
"What Cha' Gonna Do with My Lovin'" is a song composed by American R&B singer Stephanie Mills. It was the title track of her 1979 album and was released as a single in the same year.
Billboard Chart Performance
The song managed to peak at number 22 on the Billboard Hot 100, and it ruled at No. 8 on the Billboard R&B chart.
Grammy Nomination
This song was not only a commercial success but a critical one too, earning Stephanie Mills a Grammy nomination for Best Female R&B Vocal Performance in 1980.
Signature Song
"What Cha' Gonna Do with My Lovin'" is considered one of Stephanie Mills' signature songs.
Songwriter & Producer
The song was written and produced by James Mtume and Reggie Lucas, who were former members of Miles Davis' band.
Musical Style
The song is characterized by a mellow, soulful, and disco-infused rhythm that was typical of the late 1970s music scene.
Subsequent Covers
The song was later covered by numerous artists such as Inner City in 1989, whose techno version charted at No. 1 on the Dance Club Songs chart.
Recognition
The song is recognized for Stephanie Mill's powerful vocal performance showcasing her four-octave soprano range.
Length and Record label
The song runs 4:05 minutes long and was released by the record label 20th Century Fox Records.
Initial Reaction
Mills' prior two albums had been commercially unsuccessful, but with "What Cha' Gonna Do with My Lovin'", her success skyrocketed, making it her breakthrough album.
Critical Acclaim
The song is widely praised for its timeless sound and remains a classic hit in the soul and disco genre.
Film Appearance
The song was featured in the French film Beau Pere (1981).
Continuing Popularity
Despite being released more than 40 years ago, the song continues to receive airplay today and is a favorite among classic soul music enthusiasts.

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