Ooh, what am I supposed to do

“Someone Else’s Guy” is a classic R&B and soul song by American singer Jocelyn Brown. Released in 1984, the song became a hit on both sides of the Atlantic, reaching the top ten in several countries, including the UK and the US. The song’s lyrics tell the story of a woman who discovers that her lover is cheating on her with someone else. Despite the betrayal, the woman remains hopeful that she will find the right person for her.

The song was written by Jocelyn Brown and producer Allen George, and its success helped to establish Brown as a solo artist. Brown had already made a name for herself as a backup singer for artists such as Aretha Franklin and Luther Vandross, but “Someone Else’s Guy” was her first major hit as a solo artist.

The soulful and powerful vocals are what make “Somebody Else’s Guy” such an instant classic. Brown is known for her incredible range and emotive delivery, which has earned her comparisons to vocalists such as Aretha Franklin and Patti LaBelle.

Born in North Carolina, she grew up in a musical family. Her mother was a gospel singer and her father was a jazz musician. Brown started her career as a backup singer for various artists, including Bruce Springsteen, Bette Midler, and Luther Vandross.

In the early 1980s, Brown began releasing her own music, with her biggest hit being… “Somebody Else’s Guy”. In particular, “Somebody Else’s Guy” showcases Brown’s impressive vocal range and control. The song’s soaring chorus and emotive lyrics give Brown the perfect platform to showcase her incredible vocal abilities, and she delivers a stunning performance that has become iconic in its own right. As a bonus, have a look at this live performance of Jocelyn performing together with the New Amsterdam Orchestra.