Originally founded as The Primettes in Detroit, Michigan, in 1959, The Supremes' repertoire included doo-wop, pop, soul, Broadway show tunes, psychedelic soul, and disco. They were the most commercially successful of Motown's acts and are, to date, America's most successful vocal group[1] with 12 number one singles on the Billboard Hot 100.[2] Most of these hits were written and produced by Motown's main songwriting and production team, HollandโDozierโHolland. At their peak in the mid-1960s, The Supremes rivaled The Beatles in worldwide popularity,[2] and their success made it possible for future African American R&B and soul musicians to find mainstream success.[2]
Founding members Florence Ballard, Mary Wilson, Diana Ross, and Betty McGlown, all from the Brewster-Douglass public housing project in Detroit,[3] formed The Primettes as the sister act to The Primes (with Paul Williams and Eddie Kendricks, who went on to form The Temptations).[3] Barbara Martin replaced McGlown in 1960, and the group signed with Motown the following year as The Supremes. Martin left the act in early 1962, and Ross, Ballard, and Wilson carried on as a trio.
During the mid-1960s, The Supremes achieved mainstream success with Ross as lead singer. In 1967, Motown president Berry Gordy renamed the group Diana Ross & the Supremes, and replaced Ballard with Cindy Birdsong. Ross left to pursue a solo career in 1970 and was replaced by Jean Terrell, at which point the group's name reverted to The Supremes. After 1972, the lineup changed more frequently; Lynda Laurence, Scherrie Payne, and Susaye Greene all became members of the group during the mid-1970s. The Supremes disbanded in 1977 after an 18-year run.
Ain't No Mountain High Enough
The Ladies Of The Supremes Lyrics
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Ain't no valley low, ain't no river wide enough;
Baby if you need me call me no matter where you are,
No matter how far;
Just call my name; I'll be there in a hurry;
You don't have to worry,
'Cause baby there ain't no mountain high enough,
Ain't no river wide enough
To keep me from getting to you babe.
Remember the day I set you free
I told you you could always count on me
From that day on, I made a vow,
I'll be there when you want me,
Some way, some how.
'Cause baby there ain't no mountain high enough,
Ain't no valley low enough,
Ain't no river wide enough
To keep me from getting to you babe.
My love is alive
Way down in my heart
Although we are miles apart
If you ever need a helping hand,
I'll be there on the double
As fast as I can.
Don't you know that there
Ain't no mountain high enough,
Ain't no valley low enough,
Ain't no river wide enough
To keep me from getting to you babe.
No wind no rain or winters cold can stop me baby,
'Cause you are my goal.
If you're ever in trouble;
I'll be there on the double.
Just send for me, oh baby.
If you need me call me no matter where you are,
No matter how far;
Just call my name; I'll be there in a hurry;
You don't have to worry,
'Cause baby there ain't no mountain high enough,
Ain't no valley low enough,
Ain't no river wide enough
To keep me from getting to you babe.
The lyrics of "Ain't No Mountain High Enough" by The Ladies Of The Supremes convey a strong message of unwavering love and commitment. The song expresses the singer's determination to be there for their loved one, no matter the obstacles they may face. The various metaphors used illustrate the lengths to which the singer is willing to go to support and protect their loved one.
The opening lines, "Ain't no mountain high, ain't no valley low, ain't no river wide enough," suggest that nothing can hinder the singer's dedication and devotion. These lines emphasize the singer's unyielding belief that they can overcome any challenge and reach their loved one. The repetition of this phrase throughout the song serves to emphasize the depth of their commitment.
The lyrics continue to proclaim that the loved one can rely on the singer's support and assistance. "If you need me call me no matter where you are, no matter how far; just call my name; I'll be there in a hurry; you don't have to worry." These lines highlight the singer's readiness to drop everything and rush to their loved one's side when they are in need. It reflects their promise to be a constant source of comfort and aid.
The verse, "Remember the day I set you free, I told you you could always count on me," reveals that a previous separation or perhaps a breakup occurred. Despite this, the singer made a vow to always be there for their loved one, no matter what. It highlights the strength of their love and their desire to be a reliable presence in their partner's life.
The lyrics suggest that distance is not a barrier to love. "My love is alive, way down in my heart, although we are miles apart." This line reflects the singer's conviction that their love is not diminished by physical separation. It emphasizes their determination to bridge any gap that may exist between them.
Overall, "Ain't No Mountain High Enough" is a powerful declaration of love and commitment. The lyrics illustrate the singer's unwavering dedication and willingness to overcome any obstacle to be there for their loved one. It serves as a powerful testament to the strength of their bond and their belief that love knows no boundaries.
Line by Line Meaning
Listen baby, ain't no mountain high,
Hey, my dear, there is no obstacle too big or insurmountable
Ain't no valley low, ain't no river wide enough;
There is no depression or distance that can hinder me
Baby if you need me call me no matter where you are,
Darling, if you ever require my assistance, just reach out wherever you may be
No matter how far;
Regardless of the vastness of the separation
Just call my name; I'll be there in a hurry;
Simply utter my name, and I will come quickly
You don't have to worry,
You need not be concerned
'Cause baby there ain't no mountain high enough,
Because, my love, there is no hurdle that can prevent me
Ain't no valley low enough,
There is no abyss too deep
Ain't no river wide enough
There is no expanse of water too vast
To keep me from getting to you babe.
To hinder me from reaching you, my dear.
Remember the day I set you free
Recall the moment I gave you independence
I told you you could always count on me
I assured you that you can rely on me unconditionally
From that day on, I made a vow,
Since then, I made a solemn promise
I'll be there when you want me,
I will be present whenever you desire my presence
Some way, some how.
By any means necessary.
'Cause baby there ain't no mountain high enough,
Because, my love, there is no hurdle that can prevent me
Ain't no valley low enough,
There is no abyss too deep
Ain't no river wide enough
There is no expanse of water too vast
To keep me from getting to you babe.
To hinder me from reaching you, my dear.
My love is alive
The affection I have for you is vibrant and enduring
Way down in my heart
Deep within the core of my being
Although we are miles apart
Despite the great physical distance between us
If you ever need a helping hand,
Should you ever require assistance
I'll be there on the double
I will arrive swiftly
As fast as I can.
With the utmost speed.
Don't you know that there
Are you not aware that
Ain't no mountain high enough,
There is no hurdle that can prevent me
Ain't no valley low enough,
There is no abyss too deep
Ain't no river wide enough
There is no expanse of water too vast
To keep me from getting to you babe.
To hinder me from reaching you, my dear.
No wind no rain or winters cold can stop me baby,
Not even strong winds, heavy rain, or freezing winters can obstruct me, my love
'Cause you are my goal.
Because you are my utmost objective
If you're ever in trouble;
If you ever find yourself in distress
I'll be there on the double.
I will arrive swiftly.
Just send for me, oh baby.
Just beckon for me, oh my dear.
If you need me call me no matter where you are,
If you require my presence, do not hesitate to contact me regardless of your location
No matter how far;
Irrespective of the immense distance
Just call my name; I'll be there in a hurry;
Simply say my name, and I will rush to your side
You don't have to worry,
There is no need for you to be anxious
'Cause baby there ain't no mountain high enough,
Because, my love, there is no hurdle that can prevent me
Ain't no valley low enough,
There is no abyss too deep
Ain't no river wide enough
There is no expanse of water too vast
To keep me from getting to you babe.
To hinder me from reaching you, my dear.
Lyrics ยฉ Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Valerie Simpson, Nickolas Ashford
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@alejandrojrmanlangit9029
AIN'T NO MOUNTAIN HIGH ENOUGH
If you need me, call me. No matter where
You are, no matter how far. Just call my
Name. I'll be there in a hurry. On that
You can depend and never worry.
(You see, my love is alive It's like a
Seed that only needs the thought of you to
Grow. So if you feel the need for company,
Please, my darling, let it be me. I may not
Be able to express the depth of the love
I feel for you, but a writer put it very nicely
When he was away from the one he loved.
He said down and wrote these words:)
No wind, (No wind) no rain, (no rain)
Nor winter's cold
Can stop me, babe (oh, babe) baby (baby)
If you're my goal
No wind, no rain,
Can stop me, babe
If you wanna go
I know, I know you must follow the sun
Wherever it leads
But remember
If you should fall short of your desires
Remember life holds for you one guarantee
You'll always have me
And if you should miss my love
One of these old days
If you should ever miss the arms
That used to hold you so close, or the lips
That used to touch you so tenderly
Just remember what I told you
The day I set you free
Ain't no mountain high enough
Ain't no valley low enough (Say it again)
Ain't no river wild enough
To keep me from you
Ain't no mountain high enough
Ain't no valley low enough (Say it again)
Ain't no river wild enough
To keep me from you
Ain't no mountain high enough
Nothing can keep me
To keep me from you
Ain't no mountain high enough
Ain't no valley low enough (One more time)
Ain't no river wild enough (Say it again)
To keep me from you
Ain't no mountain high enough
Nothing can keep me
To keep me from you
@tiner27
Gives me chills. Brings me back to the best music of my life. Sigh.........
@Raellives
Perfect vocals, instruments, soul. Perfect!
@sheliabennecke3559
Oh, the good ole days! Music was magical thenโฆ.what happened! Great songโฆโค๏ธ
@michaelalic3647
This is one of the best songs ever written I love it
@gigikat5902
I love this song so much
@tashihale7153
I. Loveeeeeee. This. Song. Amen
@sandrajarrell8881
Such a pretty voice she Has
@lionheart1549
These girls were hot back in the days and this song is a classic 4-EVER!!!๐๐๐
@dusty1719
3:25 the most thrilling part of the song, Florence Ballardโs operatic voice soaring above the rest. And half the time the dang djs on the radio cut it off too soon. Used to make me so mad.
@jbsarmiento9703
Rest in peace Florence Ballard and Mary Wilson โค๏ธโค๏ธ