: Ironically, the group never won a Grammy during the Richie era; "Nightshift" earned them their only Grammy Award for Best R&B Vocal Performance by a Duo or Group in 1985.
: The song peaked at #3 on the Billboard Hot 100 and spent four weeks at #1 on the Hot R&B Singles chart. Commodores - Nightshift
: It was the band's first massive hit after the departure of Lionel Richie in 1982, proving they could succeed without their former frontman. : Ironically, the group never won a Grammy
Released in January 1985, by the Commodores stands as one of the most poignant tributes in music history. Written by lead singer Walter Orange in collaboration with Dennis Lambert and Franne Golde , the song was a response to the tragic deaths of soul icons Marvin Gaye and Jackie Wilson in 1984. A Masterful Tribute Released in January 1985, by the Commodores stands
: Sung by Walter Orange, it references Gaye’s masterpiece "What's Going On" with the line, "Aw talk to me so you can see what's going on" .