Young & Company - I Like What You're Doing To Me!

Today Marks The 46 Anniversary of Young & Company’s Debut Studio Album “I Like What You're Doing To Me!” Originally Released on January 6, 1980.

“I Like What You're Doing To Me!” is the debut studio album by Orange New Jersey, funk band Young & Company released in 1980 on Brunswick Records.

Three songs were released as singles from the album the title track “I Like (What You're Doing To Me)”, (Strut Your Stuff) Sexy Lady, and “Waiting For Your Love”

“I Like (What You're Doing To Me) peaked at #10 on the U.S. Billboard Hot Dance Club Play chart.

This single, reportedly selling over 250,000 copies in the US, achieved international success, reaching the UK Top 20 in 1980.

“(Strut Your Stuff) Sexy Lady” reached #47 on the U.S. Billboard Hot Dance Club Play chart.

“Waiting For Your Love” failed to chart in the United States, but the song achieved success in the United Kingdom, reaching the Top 20 on the official UK charts in 1980.

Young & Company formed in East Orange, New Jersey, and originally known as The Youngs.

Young & Company featured the talents of brothers Billy, Kenneth, and Mike Young, supplemented by friends Buddy Hankerson on bass, drummer Dave Reyes, and vocalist Jacqueline Thomas.  The spotlight was on the attractive Ms. Thomas, while, judging by the songwriting credits, Billy, Mike and Buddy were the creative brains behind the outfit. 

So here's what the liner notes to their one and only LP say about this New Jersey-based outfit:

"Young & Company, a group that is destined for stardom in the '80s, a group that hails fro East Orange, New Jersey, brings today's sounds to you, the public. Sit back and relax, let Young & Company groove you.  

Three brothers and three friends give you a sound you won't let go.  

Their chart making single 'I Like What You're Doing To Me; is on its way to gold on their first try.  This LP demonstrates a determination by them to bring you a quality LP and let you know what their about. Kenny, Jackie, Billy Buddy, Mike and Dave want to thank you and to tell you to keep your ear on Young & Company."

Track-listing

1. Strut Your Stuff

2. Checking You Out

3. Party Jam (instrumental)

4. Got To Be Free

5. Love Me All Night

6. Mellow Mood

7. Waiting On Your Love

8. I Like What You're Doing To Me

By Romie Rome for Musique Funkology