Diana Ross & the Supremes Join the Temptations marks the first on-record appearance of new Temptations lead singer Dennis Edwards, who was brought in as David Ruffin's replacement in July 1968.
All of the tracks on the album are covers of songs for other artists. Both "I Second That Emotion" and "I'll Try Something New" were originally recorded by Motown's Smokey Robinson & the Miracles, while "I'm Gonna Make You Love Me" was an outside hit for Dee Dee Warwick before it became a hit for the Supremes and Temptations. Motown's Marvin Gaye had previously had hits with "Try It Baby" and, as a duet with Tammi Terrell, "Ain't No Mountain High Enough". "This Guy's in Love with You" was a hit for Herb Alpert & the Tijuana Brass , while "Funky Broadway" had been recorded as a hit for Wilson Pickett. The Sweet Inspirations' signature song, "Sweet Inspirations", is also covered here, as is Stevie Wonder's "A Place in the Sun", The Four Tops' "Then", and the show tune "The Impossible Dream" from Man of La Mancha.
Frank Wilson served as executive producer of the project. Diana Ross & the Supremes Join the Temptations, joint-recorded at both the main Hitsville USA studio in Detroit, Michigan, the Golden World studio in Detroit, and satellite studios in Los Angeles, primarily features leads by Diana Ross of the Supremes and Eddie Kendricks of The Temptations, with additional leads by Temptations Dennis Edwards, Paul Williams, Otis Williams, and Melvin Franklin.
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Diana Ross and the Supremes with the Temptations Lyrics
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Ooh wah, ooh wah
Ooh wah, ooh wah
Why do fools fall in love?
Why do birds sing so gay
And lovers await the break of the day
Why do they fall in love?
Why do fools fall in love?
Why do they fall in love?
Love is a losing game
Love can be a shame
I know, I'm a fool you see
For that fool is me
Tell me why
Tell me why
Why do birds sing so gay
And lovers await the break of the day
Why do they fall in love?
Why does the rain fall from up above?
Why do fools fall in love?
Why do they fall in love?
Why does my heart
Skip a crazy beat?
For I know
It will reach defeat
Tell me why
Tell me why
Why do fools fall in love?
Tell me why
Tell me why
The lyrics to Diana Ross's "Why Do Fools Fall In Love" explore the complex and often bewildering nature of love. The song begins with a variation of the "ooh wah" vocal refrain, setting a playful and whimsical tone. The singer then asks why fools fall in love and why birds sing so cheerfully, highlighting the sense of joy and excitement that accompanies new love. She also questions why the rain falls from above and why love can feel like a losing game or a source of shame.
As the song progresses, the singer reveals that she herself is a fool in love, experiencing a racing heart and impending sense of defeat. Ultimately, she returns to the refrain of "why do fools fall in love?" acknowledging the universal mystery that surrounds the experience of falling in love.
Through its catchy melody and relatable lyrics, "Why Do Fools Fall In Love" has become a timeless classic that continues to resonate with listeners today.
Line by Line Meaning
Ooh wah, ooh wah
Sound effects to set the mood
Why do fools fall in love?
Questioning the reason for falling in love despite the risks
Why do birds sing so gay
Wondering why nature seems to celebrate love
And lovers await the break of the day
Highlighting the excitement and anticipation love brings
Why do they fall in love?
Reiterating the question of the main chorus
Why does the rain fall from up above?
Questioning why love can bring both pleasant and unpleasant experiences
Why do fools fall in love?
Continuing to contemplate the risks of falling in love
Why do they fall in love?
Repeating the question to emphasize the main theme
Love is a losing game
Expressing the notion that love can be risky and lead to heartbreak
Love can be a shame
Acknowledging the stigma and criticism that can come with love
I know, I'm a fool you see
Confessing to the personal experience of being in love despite the risks
For that fool is me
Accepting the label of being a 'fool' for falling in love
Why does my heart
Asking a personal question about the singer's experience with love
Skip a crazy beat?
Describing the feeling of intense excitement and anticipation associated with love
For I know
Acknowledging the singer's awareness of the risks of love
It will reach defeat
Expressing the likelihood of experiencing heartbreak and disappointment in love
Tell me why
Reiterating the main question of the song
Tell me why
Repeating the question for emphasis
Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: MORRIS LEVY, FRANKIE LYMON
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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Yes! I always loved watching these two groups on Ed's show. I still remember the world premier of the Temptations doing Runaway Child on Ed's show.
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Everytime David sings I’m reminded of why ain’t NOBODY come to see Otis 😍😍😍😍😍😍
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best words in the movie FR
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