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DeBarge was an American soul music, and funk group. Hailing from Grand Rapids, Michigan, the group is named for their shared surname, and included the brothers Mark, James, Randy, and Eldra (or "El"), and their sister Bunny.Younger siblings Chico, Darryl, and Carol "Peaches" DeBarge were also singers (though not with the group), with Chico later becoming a solo star in his own right. Two older brothers, Robert Jr. (Bobby) and Tommy were members of another popular Motown group named Switch. The DeBarges, of African-American and French-American descent, signed with the Motown record label in the 1970s, and became one of their few successful acts during the 1980s.
The band had a string of R&B and Pop hits in the early to mid 1980's, including "All This Love," "I Like It," "Love Me in a Special Way," and "Rhythm of the Night." Many of these hits were ballads, spreading the band's appeal into the Adult Contemporary market as well. However, in 1986, both El and Bunny DeBarge left for solo careers. The remaining brothers soldiered on with their older brother Bobby (who'd long since left Switch) now joining the band to release the album Bad Boys in 1987. Meanwhile, El went on to have a successful solo career, and Bunny would score a hit off her solo album.
It began with a beautiful song in their young hearts. They each had a part to sing, so very unique. Each voice like an ingredient to a perfect recipe. When they began to sing, what beautiful harmony, what beautiful harmony!!
Music, a gift from God. The peace in the midst of a storm.
Yes...In The Storm, Not For Long.God's timing is perfect, indeed it is. We loved them as the group "DeBarge." We love them today as a family. The harmonies of "the little DeBarge children,"healing lives and broken hearts all over the world. The group has long disbanded, but through it all is FAMILY. The Storm is passing, and it is a time to celebrate a healing, togetherness, solidarity, and peace that can only come from above. The next genration has been blessed with outstanding musical talents to include writing.GREATNESS continues!
There"ll Never Be
I did it my way,
I could hit some notes...
Take your breath away!!!
For DEEP in my soul was the burning LOVE,
To play music,
Sing my song...
Like a HEAVENLY DOVE.
When I sang I was in my element,
Not a fluke, never LUCK,
But a GIFT HEAVEN SENT!!!
Come together....
My family, my sister, my brothers
Join in LOVE AND UNITY,
Fellowship with one another.
My spirit is ALWAYS there you must know,
looking down with much love,
No matter where you may go.
My LOVE and legacy are forever WITH YOU,
It's a part of your lives...
and whatever you do.
I'll be RIGHT THERE with you,
Loving you desparately.
I know YOU LOVE ME TOO,
Cause.....
THERE'LL NEVER BE.
EMBRACING DESTINY!!
My first song was The Lord's Prayer. Taught to me by
my momma, pure and simple. When I stood to sing, there
was NO FEAR! You see, there is no fear when you are in your element, and HE takes over. I stood in front of
that church and did just like momma told me. I closed
my eyes and thought about Jesus. I was singing to HIM
in that moment. It was NOT a performance; I couldn't
tell you who was in that church as I opened my mouth.
However, when I opened my eyes...HE was glorified.
People were on their feet, giving PRAISE. It is
my annointing. It's where I first received, and
it's JUST BEGINNING!!
One would only have to speak with Bunny D as she is affectionately referred to, to know that she is a woman who speaks straight, but with LOVE. God as the head of her life is ultimate. There have been articles, speculation, guessing, and yes gossip about her life and the lives of her family members. The "light" shall be shed in her candid, and brutally honest, but beautifully written autobiography "The Kept Ones." Many of you are waiting for it to arrive on the bookshelves. Your wait will be rewarded handsomely. We have LOVED Bunny and she has LOVED us back. Hold onto your seats, because you will be kept abreast of the progress with the book. There are movie deals....and with God in control, "The sky is the limit."
This page has a "facelift," and ITS ALL GOOD!!
" A Dream"
Last Night I dreamed that you were here with me
Protect, me love, and comfort me,
It was ALL so heavenly.
You held me close to you
and whispered in my ear...
My child oh how I love you,
Love you so very dear.
As I kneel to you prayerfully
I have so much to share....
You told me that I'm never alone....
Oh dear Lord how you care.
A dream....
Never a fantasy,
Dear Lord,
Oh how you're real to me
So true...
Your love it makes me new,
freely,
I give my life to you.
You never left,
You said you're always there,
My pains and tribulations,
They're no longer mine to bear.
Sweet Je-sus I submit my very will to you....
In you I am made perfect,
There is nothing I can't do.
As I kneel to you prayerfully,
I have so much to share.
You told me that I'm never alone..
Oh dear lord how you care.
A dream,
Never a fantasy,
Dear Lord,
Oh how you're real to me
So true....
Your love it makes me new,
Freely I give my life to you.
Ohhhhhh,
I'm back
My life I give to you freely.
I need so much for you to see,
I am in your will and way again.
"Continue to WALK THE PATH, Bunny!"
Mischon and Yorkie
" An Angel Among The Angels"
Happy Birthday Brother Bobby,Can you hear us "Call Your Name?"Touched the heart and souls of others,
And THEY'LL NEVER BE THE SAME.
We can see you on that keyboard,Hear those vocals, pure SO YOU....Cause you did it YOUR way Bobby,Made your mark, STAYED TRUE to you.Though you're missed, you are forever loved,Cause the love runs deep so deep.Special souls like you are never gone,You are in our hearts for keeps.Play that keyboard Brother Bobby,Flash that smile that lights the way.Lead the angels in heavenly chorus,We SHALL SEE YOU, yes again...
someday.
Happy, Happy, Birthday 2008
Cheray York~
DeBarge Family In Concert,Blessing Bishop Noel Jones' Congregation..California Nov.,2007
History has shown us that there are great Dynasties like those of ancient Egypt and legacies that are spoken of through the ages. There is a modern day Dynasty mothered by a regal Queen of God, with a spiritual and musical legacy of the Abney family, combined to produce the princes and princesses today that we all know and love as DeBarge.
Greatness often has humble beginnings. Etterlene Abney from a loving God-fearing family in the Brewster projects was hand picked to mother, nurture, and guide the lives of God's chosen. They can be likened to the 12 tribes of Israel, all predestined to fulfill a purpose. This girl of lowly earthly means ,but with the favor of the heavens gave birth to the DeBarge Dynasty. Her union with Robert DeBarge Sr. caused tongues to wag then and now, but God has a way that is "mighty sweet." From this union would be born:Etterlene "Bunny" DeBarge, Robert "Bobby" Louis DeBarge Jr., ,Thomas "Tommy" DeBarge,William "Randy" DeBarge,Mark DeWayne Debarge, Eldra Patrick Debarge, James Curtis DeBarge, Jonathan Authur "Chico" DeBarge, Darryl "Young" DeBarge, and the Beautiful Mohican...Carol "Peaches" DeBarge.It is fitting to mention Bishop William Abney; as much the father of these princes and princesses as their biological dad. He lives on in each of them, and his imprint of spiritual guidance and love will be felt for years to come.
Let us now talk of the Rise, Life Challenges, and "Coronation" of the DeBarge family. The word Fall was deliberately not used here, for to say fall insinuates that God does not have you in the palm of his hands. God has always been in control. Dreams were realized, and we all remember this musical clan at the height of their success as "DeBarge." Off the stage, there was the stage of life, with acts we could not see. This is a family that has "lived life," as we all have, with all the pain and pitfalls that come with living in the world of man. Now...It is time, it is time!! It is time for the members of this great Dynasty to take their rightful place in the world as a united front. A family; a body ready to write a chapter that the next generation and generations to come can embrace with pride and dignity.
There is a time and Purpose for everything under the Heavens, and the time is now!!!! EMBRACE destiny!!
Cheray York-2007
To everything there is a season, a time for every purpose under Heaven.
Ecclesiastes 3:1
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Albums
DeBarge Discography
1981: The DeBarges (Motown)
1982: All This Love (Motown) - US #24, R&B #3
1983: In a Special Way (Motown) - US #36, R&B #4
1985: Rhythm of the Night (Motown) - US #19, R&B #3
1986: Greatest Hits (Motown)
1987: Bad Boys (Striped Horse)
1990: Back on Track (Truth Ministries)
1997: Ultimate Collection (Motown)
Singles
1982: "Stop! Don't Tease Me" - R&B #46
1983: "I Like It" - US #31, R&B #2
1983: "All This Love" - US #17, R&B #5
1983: "Time Will Reveal" - US #18, R&B #1
1984: "Love Me in a Special Way" - US #45, R&B #11
1985: "Rhythm of the Night" - US #3, R&B #1, UK #4
1985: "Who's Holding Donna Now?" - US #6, R&B #2, UK #83
1985: "You Wear It Well" - US #46, R&B #7
1985: "The Heart Is Not So Smart" - US #75, R&B #29
1987: "Dance All Night" - R&B #33
1988: "You Babe" - R&B #73
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