“If You Were My Loving Girl” by The Al Ur Pal Project feat. The Asidors
A real review. From someone who felt it.
💿 Wow…Okay, I have to be honest — from the very first line, this song caught me off guard (in the best way).
“If You Were My Loving Girl” isn’t just a song — it feels like someone is opening up their heart right in front of you. It’s soft. It’s honest. It’s got a groove. It’s the kind of track you play while driving at night, thinking about someone you love (or used to love)… not to cry, but to remember. To reflect. To feel.
Let’s be clear — this isn’t a slow jam. It’s a smooth mid-tempo track with just the right bounce to get your head nodding and your heart open. It brings that unmistakable 90s R&B Vibe — the kind of vibe that’s romantic, warm, and real.
The Voices That Carry the Soul
The vocals? All performed by The Asidors — and they are phenomenal. Known for their gospel-soul harmonies, they bring pure emotion to every line. The lead vocal is heartfelt and vulnerable, full of longing and sincerity — like someone finally admitting what’s been on their heart for too long.
You can hear the experience in their performance — they’re not just singing notes. They’re telling a story.
Crafted by a Team of Masters
Al Wordlaw, the creative force behind The Al Ur Pal Project, is the writer and producer of this track. His vision is all over this — from the message to the mood. It’s clear he’s someone who understands the heart of R&B and how to make a song feel like something.
- 🎹 Hiroshi Upshur handled the keyboard and arrangement — and his touch is masterful. The chords flow like emotion. The arrangement gives the song room to breathe and space to connect.
- 🎸 Josh Sklair adds a gorgeous layer with his guitar work — subtle, soulful, and perfectly placed. It gives the track that extra sparkle without ever stepping on the vocals.
- 🎛️ Michael B. Sutton, a true Motown legend, mixed the song to perfection. Everything sounds warm, clean, and balanced. The vocals sit beautifully in the mix, the instruments complement one another, and nothing is overdone. It’s just… right.
Lyrics That Linger
“If you were my loving girl, you would be my whole wide world…”
Simple? Yes. But powerful. If you’ve ever loved someone and just wanted them to see what they meant to you — this line hits hard. It’s not flashy. It’s real. And sometimes, real is all we need.
📻 Catch it on the Indie Playlist at 6 PM PST and again on the R&B, Funk, Soul & Disco Playlist at 2 PM PST. Don’t miss it!
💜 Favorite Moment?
That chorus.
It has that hopeful, arms-wide-open energy — like someone finally ready to love fully, if only they’re given the chance. You feel both the strength and the vulnerability in the delivery. That’s rare. That’s beautiful.
Bottom line:
This song captures everything we love about the 90s R&B Vibe — smooth melodies, emotional honesty, thoughtful production, and powerful vocal delivery. It’s not chasing trends. It’s not trying to be flashy. It’s just real music from real people with real soul.
So yeah… wow. I didn’t expect to fall in love with this track today. But I did.
And if it moves you like it moved me — support it. These indie artists are creating magic that deserves to be heard.
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Beyond Etta James, Sklair has performed or recorded with music legends such as Aretha Franklin, Stevie Wonder, Roy Orbison, Nina Simone, Paul Anka, Cher, Celine Dion, and The Blues Brothers. He’s also a go-to session guitarist for top producers like Diane Warren, with credits across major albums, films, and TV soundtracks.
A graduate of the Guitar Institute of Technology, Sklair continues to perform, teach (notably at Sonora Guitar Intensive), and share his expertise online. His solo work is available on streaming platforms, and he remains a respected figure in blues, soul, and rock guitar circles.
Josh Sklair is a Grammy Award-winning guitarist, producer, composer, and musical director best known for his 25-year collaboration with the legendary Etta James, serving as her bandleader, arranger, and co-writer. His work helped earn her multiple Grammy wins, including Best Contemporary Blues Album (“Let’s Roll”) and Best Traditional Blues Album (“Blues to the Bone”).
Michael B. Sutton is a Grammy-nominated producer, songwriter, and musician best known for his influential work at Motown Records, where he spent seven years collaborating with icons like Michael Jackson, Smokey Robinson, Thelma Houston, Dionne Warwick, and Chaka Khan.
Discovered by Stevie Wonder, Sutton co-wrote and produced classics like “Shake It Up Tonight” (Cheryl Lynn) and “There Will Come a Day” (Smokey Robinson). As one half of Mike & Brenda Sutton, he also delivered disco hits like “Don’t Let Go of Me” and “Down to Love Town.”
With over 300 songwriting, production, and scoring credits, his work spans platinum albums, film scores (One False Move), and samples by artists like Jay-Z and Kanye West.
Today, Sutton leads Funk Therapy, reviving classic soul and funk under The Sound of LA and Virgin Music Group, while continuing to mentor artists and release new music — solidifying his legacy as a soul music visionary.
Hiroshi Upshur is a producer, arranger, and multi-instrumentalist known for his work as a keyboardist and studio arranger, with a focus on jazz, pop, and soulful contemporary music. He has performed live with Paul Anka and recorded with legends like Smokey Robinson.
Since the 1990s, Upshur has worked as a keyboardist, songwriter, and arranger with Smokey Robinson Productions and P.A. Productions. He’s also credited for his work on Gary Wright’s 1977 album “Touch and Gone,” where he played Clavinet and Oberheim synths on several standout tracks.
Beyond the studio, Upshur is also a podcast host and creative with interests in spirituality and non-duality, making him a versatile and thoughtful voice in today’s music and media landscape.
The Asidors are a family-based Christian music group from the Philippines, known for their powerful vocal harmonies and inspirational worship songs. Blending traditional hymns, contemporary gospel, and original arrangements, they’ve become a beloved name in Filipino Christian music.
Performing in both English and Tagalog, The Asidors handle everything in-house — from vocals and instrumentation to mixing, mastering, and video production. Their heartfelt performances emphasize faith, family, and ministry, and are widely shared on YouTube, where they’ve built a loyal global following.
Through music, The Asidors continue to uplift and inspire audiences with messages of hope, devotion, and the love of God.
Al Wordlaw, also known as Big Al, is a Chicago-based songwriter, producer, and founder of the AL UR PAL PROJECT — a music collective focused on soulful, story-driven, and emotionally uplifting music. With over 25 years of experience, Wordlaw blends soul, jazz, funk, and faith-based inspiration into his work, promoting both emerging and veteran artists.
The AL UR PAL PROJECT is known for its collaborative spirit, heartfelt lyrics, and themes of positivity, spirituality, and community. Wordlaw’s mission is rooted in using music as a tool for encouragement and connection, creating a platform where talent and message come together in harmony.
