"Caravan of Love" is a 1985 R&B hit originally recorded by Isley-Jasper-Isley, the second half of The Isley Brothers' 3 + 3 lineup of the 1970s.
After breaking away from the legendary family group, the group (notably Chris Jasper) wrote and produced this single, which was Jasper's interpolation with reaching audiences by presenting Christian beliefs into his music. The song became the trio's biggest hit going to #1 on the Billboard R&B singles chart and #51 on the Billboard pop chart in 1985 and would be their only prominent hit before they splintered into solo careers in 1988.
Credits
- Lead vocals by Chris Jasper
- Background vocals by Ernie Isley and Marvin Isley
- Piano and keyboard by Chris Jasper
- Bass by Marvin Isley
- Guitar by Ernie Isley
- Produced by Isley-Jasper-Isley
The Housemartins version
British indie band The Housemartins released "Caravan of Love" to UK markets in November 1986. The a cappella song was an instant smash, reaching number one on 16 December 1986, before being denied the Christmas number one single by Jackie Wilson's re-release of "Reet Petite".
Other versions
- German singer Nena in 2006
- Jazz artist Terry Callier on his 2002 album, Speak Your Peace.
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