The label's second most-successful all-female singing group after The Supremes, Martha Reeves & The Vandellas were known for a churchier, more southern-styled soul than the Supremes, as typified in Motown hits such as "(Love Is Like A) Heat Wave", "Jimmy Mack", "I'm Ready For Love", "My Baby Loves Me", "Nowhere to Run", and, their signature song, "Dancing in the Street".
The group had its origins in Detroit, Michigan in 1957, and had initially gone by the name The Del-Phis. It originally was a quartet comprising childhood friends Martha Reeves, Rosalind Ashford, Annette Beard, and original lead singer Gloria Williams. Williams left after a failed single on the Checkmate label, leaving the quartet as a trio. They changed their name to The Vells signing a deal with Motown's Mel-o-dy label, and singing background for established Motown performers such as Mary Wells and Marvin Gaye before signing a new deal with Motown's Gordy label on September 21, 1962, after which the group changed its name to Martha and the Vandellas.
In 1964, the Vandellas' lineup changed with Betty Kelley replacing Sterling. In 1967, Kelley was fired and was replaced by Martha's younger sister, Sandra "Lois" Reeves. In 1969, Ashford was also fired and replaced by Sandra Tilley. The lineup of the Reeves sisters and Tilley continued after Martha's return from an institution after suffering a nervous breakdown. The group disbanded following a farewell concert, held at Detroit's Cobo Hall on December 21, 1972., however, Reeves still performs with sister Lois and another Reeves sister, Delphine.
Let Me Fall In Love With You
Martha Reeves & The Vandellas Lyrics
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Someone I know will be true
Someone I can put my trust in and never doubt
I couldn't live without your tender charm
Once I was in your arms
It's easy to fall in love with a guy like you
You make grey sky seems blue
Cause with just one kiss
My hands start thrilling my heart caused I'm willing
(willing to) Willing to love all the way
And I'll encounter what may
I'll follow you wherever you go
I want you so
Don't make me wait for another day
Just take me in your arms and baby
time has come…my love
(easy) You've put a smile on my face
(easy) Even sadness can't erase
(easy) Time seems to stand still
(easy) Whenever you're near me
(easy) You're heaven in disguise
(easy) You're so real and that's why
It's easy to fallin love with a guy like you
You touched me all the way trough
You exposed the colors of me
I didn't know it exists till then if I'm missin'
There's a music in the air
So glad you near
Cause….
It's easy to fall in love with a guy like you
Someone I know will be true
Someone I can put my trust in and never doubt
I couldn't live without your tender charm
Once I was in your arms
(it's easy…) It's easy to fall in love with a guy like you…
The lyrics of Martha Reeves & The Vandellas's song It's Easy To Fall In Love express an overwhelming feeling of love and trust towards a particular person. The song describes a man who embodies all the qualities the singer desires in a partner- truthfulness, trustworthiness, and tenderness. The lyrics suggest a feeling of security and assurance in the relationship, as the singer states that she could never doubt the man and that he makes her feel alive even in the gloomiest of days. The lyrics further suggest that the singer is willing to follow the man wherever he goes and that her heart is willing to love unconditionally.
The lyrics also express the thrill of falling in love, as the singer describes the electric sensations she feels when in the presence of the man. The singer feels that the man brings colors into her previously dull life, and everything seems to stop whenever they're together. The song suggests that the man is like heaven to the singer and that she has fallen for him completely.
Overall, the lyrics of It's Easy To Fall In Love describe the overwhelming feeling of love and security that comes with finding the right partner, and the song celebrates the joys of falling in love.
Line by Line Meaning
It's easy to fall in love with a guy like you
I can't help but fall in love with you because you're exactly the kind of man I've been looking for
Someone I know will be true
I know I can count on you to always be honest and faithful to me
Someone I can put my trust in and never doubt
I trust you completely and have no reason to ever doubt your intentions or feelings
I couldn't live without your tender charm
Your kind and gentle nature is what makes my life complete, and I can't imagine living without it
Once I was in your arms
Being held by you is one of the most comforting and safe feelings in the world
You make grey sky seems blue
Even when things are tough, your presence always seems to brighten up my day
Suddenly I realize how much I miss
Being away from you makes me realize just how much you mean to me
Cause with just one kiss
The smallest expression of affection from you is enough to make me feel loved and happy
My hands start thrilling my heart caused I'm willing
I feel a physical reaction from you because I am so eager and willing to love you fully
Willing to love all the way
I am willing to give you my all and commit to a long-lasting, meaningful relationship with you
And I'll encounter what may
No matter what obstacles we may face, I am willing to face them head-on with you by my side
I'll follow you wherever you go
I am ready and willing to follow you on any journey or adventure you may take on in life
I want you so
My desire for you is strong and unwavering
Don't make me wait for another day
I am impatient and eager to build a life with you, so please don't make me wait any longer
Just take me in your arms and baby time has come…my love
All I need is your embrace to feel complete, and I believe that our time to be together is finally here
You've put a smile on my face
Your presence in my life brings me true joy and happiness
Even sadness can't erase
Even in difficult or sad times, I know that you will always bring some light and positivity into my life
Time seems to stand still
When I am with you, it feels like time slows down and we can exist in our own bubble of happiness
Whenever you're near me
Being near you brings a sense of comfort and ease to my life
You're heaven in disguise
You are the best thing that has ever happened to me, and I feel incredibly lucky to have you in my life
You're so real and that's why
Your authenticity and genuine nature is what makes me fall in love with you more and more every day
You touched me all the way trough
Your love has reached every part of my heart and soul, making me feel complete and fulfilled
You exposed the colors of me
You have helped me discover new sides of myself and bring out the best in me
I didn't know it exists till then if I'm missin'
Without you, I would have never known what true love and happiness felt like
There's a music in the air
When we are together, it feels like there is a special kind of magic in the air
So glad you near
I am so happy to have you close to me, as it brings me a sense of peace and comfort
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