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[For Beginners] A Collection of Iconic and Classic Motown Songs That Resonate with the Heart

Motown Records revolutionized the global music scene.From this label, which embodies the essence of soul music, countless masterpieces and stars who etched their names into music history were born, continuing to captivate hearts across generations.In this feature, we’ll showcase a wide range of songs—from the timeless classics that defined Motown’s golden era to the gems released from the 1990s onward.That song you know so well might actually have been released by Motown, too.Enjoy!

[For Beginners] A Collection of Iconic and Classic Motown Songs That Resonate with the Heart (21–30)

Where Did Our Love GoThe Supremes

Supremes – Where Did Our Love Go (1964) HD 0815007
Where Did Our Love GoThe Supremes

A track released in 1964 by The Supremes.

It reached No.

1 on the charts in the United States and Canada.

The phrase “Baby” is repeated more than 70 times in the track.

It has been covered by many artists, including Ringo Starr.

Reach Out I`ll Be ThereThe Four Tops

A track released by the Four Tops in 1966.

It was recorded in just two takes.

Telma Hopkins and Joyce Vincent provided the backing vocals.

The track reached No.

1 on the charts in both the United States and the United Kingdom.

Do You Love MeThe Contours

The Contours — Do You Love Me Video HQ
Do You Love MeThe Contours

A track originally written by Motown CEO Berry Gordy Jr.

for The Temptations.

It was ultimately never recorded by them and was instead released by The Contours in 1962.

It was used in the 1987 film Dirty Dancing.

Money (That’s What I Want)Barrett Strong

Barrett Strong – Money (That’s What I Want) (with lyrics)
Money (That's What I Want)Barrett Strong

A lively track that sings about the love of money.

It was released by Barrett Strong in 1959.

It was used in the 1978 film “Animal House.” The track has been covered by artists such as The Beatles and The Flying Lizards.

My Whole World Ended (The Moment You Left Me)David Ruffin

David Ruffin “My Whole World Ended (The Moment You Left Me)” My Extended Version!
My Whole World Ended (The Moment You Left Me)David Ruffin

A solo debut single released in 1969 by David Ruffin, the lead vocalist of The Temptations.

Its melody is sampled from the classical piece “Frühlingslied” by Felix Mendelssohn.

The track has been covered by artists including The Chi-Lites.