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.
Born To Love You
The Temptations Lyrics
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And deep inside I knew it had to be
This little girl is mine
And for a little while
So lovely and so fair
(Fair)
I knew right then and there
(There)
That you were made for me
And it wasn't hard to see
I guess I was born to love you
(Born to love you)
Born to love you
(Born to love you)
(Born to love you)
Honey I, I was born to love you
Give my love to no one but you
Here stands a man
With his future in your hands
Don't let go
(Don't let go)
Don't let go
(Don't let go)
Baby, don't let her go
(Don't let go)
Please
(Don't let go)
You better come on and take my hand
'Cause I don't understand
This crazy feeling in my soul
But I know that I would rather die
Then let this feeling go
Now girl, can't you see
(See)
That this was meant to be
(Be)
It's funny but it's true
I guess I was just born to love you
(Born to love you)
Darling
(Born to love you)
Darling I
(Born to love you)
I was born
(Born to love you)
Born to love only you
(Born to love you)
Why don't you believe?
(Born to love you)
Me when I tell you, baby
(Born to love you)
I was born to love only you
(Born to love you)
(Born to love you)
Darling
(Born to love you)
I
(Born to love you)
Born to love you so
(Born to love you)
The Temptations' song "Born To Love You" is a love song that expresses the singer's deep love for his partner. The first verse starts with the singer seeing his partner walking by and immediately feeling a strong connection to her. He feels that she was made for him and that he was born to love her. The second verse is a plea to not let go of their love, with the singer telling his partner that his future lies in her hands. The chorus repeats that the singer was born to love his partner and that his love for her is true.
The lyrics of the song portray a deep passion and devotion to one's partner, with the singer expressing that his love for his partner is innate and natural. He believes that their love was meant to be and that he was put on this earth to love her. The song is a testament to the power and intensity of true love, and how it can feel like destiny when finding the right person.
The song was released in 1982 and was written by Norman Whitfield and Barrett Strong. It was included on the Temptations' album "Reunion" and was the lead single from the album. "Born To Love You" peaked at number 35 on the Billboard R&B chart and has been considered a moderate hit.
Line by Line Meaning
Girl, as you walk by
I breathe a sigh.
And deep inside I knew it had to be.
The singer is attracted to the girl and knows that she is the one for him as he feels a spark inside as she passes by.
This little girl is mine.
And for a little while I heard a strange rhapsody.
Hm
The singer feels possessive of the girl and senses a musical connection between them.
So lovely and so fair. (Fair)
I knew right then and there. (There)
That you were made for me.
And it wasn't hard to see.
I guess I was born to love you. (Born to love you)
Born to love you. (Born to love you)
Hm (Born to love you)
The singer describes the girl's beauty and how he feels that they are soulmates, destined to be together.
(Honey I, I was born to love you.
Give my love to no one but you.)
The singer confirms his commitment to the girl and vows to love only her.
Here stands a man, with his future in your hands.
Don't let go. (Don't let go)
Don't let go. (Don't let go)
Baby, don't let her go. (Don't let go)
Please (Don't let go)
The singer urges the girl not to leave him and reassures her that he is devoted to her.
You better come on and take my hand.
'Cause I don't understand, this crazy feeling in my soul.
But I know that I would rather die, then let this feeling go.
The singer implores the girl to be with him and confesses his overwhelming emotions for her.
Now girl can't you see (See)
That this was meant to be. (Be)
It's funny but it's true.
I guess I was just born to love you. (Born to love you)
The singer believes that their love is predestined and he is fated to love her.
Darling (Born to love you)
Darling I (Born to love you)
I was born (Born to love you)
Born to love only you. (Born to love you)
The singer affirms his love for the girl and states that he was specifically born to love only her.
Why don't you believe (Born to love you)
Believe what I tell you, baby (Born to love you)
I was born to love only you. (Born to love you)
(Born to love you)
The singer questions the girl's faith in his love and reminds her that he was born to love only her.
Darling (Born to love you)
I (Born to love you)
Oh, our love is true.
(Born to love you)
The singer repeats his love for the girl and vouches for the authenticity of their love.
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