[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!
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[For Beginners] A Compilation of Iconic and Beloved Motown Tracks That Resonate with the Heart (31–40)
WarEdwin Starr
A track written by Norman Whitfield and Barrett Strong as a protest against the Vietnam War.
It was originally released by The Temptations in 1970.
This version by Edwin Starr was a hit in Europe and reached No.
1 on the U.S.
charts.
What Becomes of the BrokenheartedJimmy Ruffin
A pessimistic ballad released in 1966 by Jimmy Ruffin, the brother of The Temptations’ David Ruffin.
It became a hit in the United States, Canada, France, and the United Kingdom.
It has been covered by artists such as The Supremes and The Contours.
Give It To Me BabyRick James
A track released as a single by Rick James in 1981.
Characterized by a funky sound, it reached No.
1 on the U.S.
charts.
It has been sampled in tracks by many hip-hop artists, including MC Hammer and Public Enemy.
You’ve Made Me So Very HappyBrenda Holloway
A track released as a single by Brenda Holloway in 1967.
It reached No.
39 on the U.S.
charts.
In 1969, it was covered by the jazz-rock band Blood, Sweat & Tears, becoming a major hit that reached No.
2 on the U.S.
charts.
Endless LoveDiana Ross & Lionel Richie
A duet by Diana Ross and Lionel Richie released in 1981.
It’s a ballad written by Lionel Richie that reached No.
1 on charts around the world.
It was covered in 1994 by Luther Vandross and Mariah Carey.
[For Beginners] A Collection of Iconic and Classic Motown Songs That Touch the Heart (41–50)
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.
He Was Really Saying SomethingThe Velvelettes
The Velvelettes were a female vocal group active from 1961 to 1970.
This track was released as a single by Motown in 1964.
It was later covered by Bananarama in 1982.