1. The Temptations … Read Full Bio ↴The Temptations may refer to at least two groups
1. The Temptations are an American Motown singing group whose repertoire has included doo-wop, soul, psychedelia, funk, disco, rnb, and adult contemporary. Formed in Detroit, Michigan in 1960 as The Elgins. The group, known for its finely tuned choreography, distinct harmonies, and stylish suits, has been said to be as influential to soul as The Beatles are to rock. Having sold an estimated 22 million albums by 1982, The Temptations are one of the most successful groups in black music history and were the definitive male vocal group of the 1960s. In addition, they have the second-longest tenure on Motown (behind Stevie Wonder), as they were with the label for a total of 40 years: 16 years from 1961 to 1977, and 24 more from 1980 to 2004 (from 1977 to 1980, they were signed to Atlantic Records). As of 2005, The Temptations continue to perform for Universal Records with only one original member, founder Otis Williams, in its lineup.
Like its sister group The Supremes, The Temptations' lineup has changed frequently over the years. The original group included members of two local Detroit vocal groups: second tenor/baritone Otis Williams, first tenor Elbridge Bryant and bass Melvin Franklin from The Distants; and first tenor/falsetto Eddie Kendricks and second tenor/baritone Paul Williams (no relation to Otis) from The Primes. Among the most notable future Temptations were lead singers David Ruffin and Dennis Edwards (both of whom became successful Motown solo artists after leaving the group, as did Kendricks), Richard Street (another former Distant), Damon Harris, Ron Tyson, Ali-Ollie Woodson, Theo Peoples, and G.C. Cameron.
Over the course of their career, The Temptations have released four number-one pop hit singles and 14 number-one R&B hit singles, and their material has earned them three Grammy Awards. Most of the early Temptations hits, including "The Way You Do the Things You Do", "My Girl", and "Get Ready" were written and produced by Smokey Robinson and other members of The Miracles, while composer/producer Norman Whitfield and lyricists Eddie Holland and Barrett Strong crafted most of the group's later hits, including "Ain't Too Proud to Beg", "I Wish It Would Rain", "Cloud Nine", "I Can't Get Next to You", "Just My Imagination (Running Away with Me)", and "Papa Was a Rollin' Stone".
2. There was also a 50s doo-wop group from New York named the Temptations. They are best remembered for their 1960 top 40 hit "Barbara. After this hit, lead singer Neil Stevens went solo.
Ain't No Mountain High Enough
The Temptations 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
Don't worry, baby
Just call my name, I'll be there in a hurry
You don't need to worry
Ain't no valley low 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, darlin' (yeah, baby)
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
(Oh no, darlin') No wind, no rain
Or winter's cold can stop me, baby
(Oh no) 'Cause you are my goal
If you're ever in trouble
I'll be there on the double
Just send for me, oh baby
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
Just 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
Don't you know that there
Ain't no mountain high enough
Ain't no valley low enough
Ain't no river wide enough
The Temptations’ “Ain’t No Mountain High Enough” is a song about a man’s unwavering commitment to be there for his lover whenever she needs him. He reassures her that no matter the obstacle, be it mountains, valleys or rivers, he will find a way to get to her. He even shares a vow he made to her when he set her free, a promise to always be there for her, and he affirms that he will keep that promise, no matter the distance between them. The lyrics speak to the promise of undying love and commitment, and they remind us that no matter how far apart we may be from the ones we love, we can still count on them to be there for us.
Line by Line Meaning
Listen baby, ain't no mountain high
My love for you is so strong that nothing, not even a tall mountain, can keep me away from you.
Ain't no valley low, ain't no river wide enough, baby
There's no distance, no depths and no barriers that can separate us because our love is that strong.
If you need me call me, no matter where you are
Just call me whenever you need me, and I will come to you no matter how far we are from each other.
No matter how far
Even if we're miles apart, my love for you will bring me to you quickly.
Don't worry, baby
You don't need to worry or be scarred, our love can overcome anything that comes our way.
Just call my name, I'll be there in a hurry
Just say my name whenever you need me, and I will rush to be with you as quickly as I can.
You don't need to worry
There is no need to worry, my love will conquer or overcome any obstacles in the way between us.
'Cause baby, there ain't no mountain high enough
My love is so strong that no barrier, whether it be distance or danger, can keep me from reaching you.
Ain't no valley low enough
Even if there is a lot of distance or difficulty, my love will remain steadfast.
To keep me from getting to you, babe
Nothing can stop me from being by your side whenever you need me, baby.
Remember the day I set you free
On that day, I let you know that you can always count on me and I will always love you and be there for you.
I told you you could always count on me, darlin' (yeah, baby)
I assured you that you can always depend on me for emotional support, and my love is real and unwavering.
From that day on, I made a vow
Since that day, I pledged to always be there for you whenever you need me.
I'll be there when you want me
Whenever you need me, don't worry about asking, just inform me and I will be there for you.
Some way, some how
No matter how difficult it is, I will always make myself available for you in any way possible.
'Cause baby, there ain't no mountain high enough
There is no difficulty, no height or valley low enough, and no obstacles that can keep me from reaching you because my love for you is strong.
No wind, no rain Or winter's cold can stop me, baby (Oh no)
Regardless of any adversities or hardship that we may come across, I will always be there for you, and it will never change.
'Cause you are my goal
My mission and target in life is to be with you and shower you with my love always.
If you're ever in trouble
Whenever you are in any form of difficulty or facing any challenges or setbacks, I will be by your side, offering my support.
I'll be there on the double
Without hesitation or delay, I will be with you instantly to offer you emotional and physical support.
Just send for me, oh baby
Just call on me whenever you need me, and I will come to your assistance no matter the circumstances.
My love is alive
My feelings for you are active and ongoing, and I will continue to love you infinitely.
Way down in my heart
My affection for you is deep within me and is ever-present, and it won't change as it is constantly growing stronger.
Although we are miles apart
Although there may be a physical distance or any form of separation, my love for you remains the same and continues to grow stronger.
If you ever need a helping hand
If you ever need a lending hand to support, assist, or guide you in any way, be sure that I am always by your side.
Just as fast as I can
As soon as the need arises, I will act promptly to offer my assistance to you without any delay or hesitation.
Don't you know that there Ain't no mountain high enough
There is no obstacle, challenge or other form of hindrance that can keep me from loving and being there for you.
To keep me from getting to you, babe
I will never be prevented from loving and being around you, no matter what obstacles come our way.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: NICKOLAS ASHFORD, VALERIE SIMPSON
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