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.
Love Woke Me Up This Morning
The Temptations Lyrics
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I had you on my mind, oh oh
Love woke me up this morning
And I haven't had a heartache today, darlin'
All my little tears are gone away
Skies are blue because I have you, I love you
Love woke me up this morning, oh yes indeed
You know, you made me feel all right, oh
Love woke me up this morning
I'm so glad, yes I am
Because of you, happiness is mine
All my cloudy days are all behind
Baby, every place I see your face
And now I smile, you made my life worthwhile
Yes you did
I haven't had a heartache today
And all my little tears are gone away
Because of you, happiness is mine
And all my cloudy days are all behind
The Temptations’ Love Woke Me Up This Morning is a song about the power of love to lift the spirits of the singer. The song opens with the line, “Love woke me up this morning feelin’ fine,” which suggests that love has awakened the singer and made them feel good. The catchy refrain, “Love woke me up this morning,” emphasizes the importance of love in the singer’s life. The verses describe how the love interest on the singer’s mind has made them forget their heartaches and helped chase away their tears. The chorus then explains that love has made the skies blue for the singer, and all because they have their love in their life.
The second verse emphasizes how the singer is thinking of the previous night and how the love interest made them feel all right. The song conveys a sense of joy and celebration. The singer is grateful for the love that they have and the happiness it has brought them. The final verse sums up how the love interest has made the singer’s life worthwhile and how their days are no longer cloudy. The song is a joyous ode to love and the way it can transform lives.
Line by Line Meaning
Love woke me up this morning feelin' fine
I woke up feeling great because love was on my mind
I had you on my mind, oh oh
You were the one I was thinking about when I woke up
Love woke me up this morning
My feelings for you got me out of bed
And I haven't had a heartache today, darlin'
Today, my heart is free from pain because of you
All my little tears are gone away
You've dried up all my tears and sadness with your love
Skies are blue because I have you, I love you
You make my world a brighter and happier place, I love you
Love woke me up this morning, oh yes indeed
My love for you is so strong that it caused me to wake up
Thinkin' of last night
I'm reminiscing about the wonderful moments we shared together last night
You know, you made me feel all right, oh
Your presence and love made everything better, I felt at ease
I'm so glad, yes I am
I'm filled with happiness and gratitude because of you
Because of you, happiness is mine
You are the reason I am happy and content today
All my cloudy days are all behind
My days of sadness and despair are now in the past, thanks to you
Baby, every place I see your face
Your beautiful face is everywhere around me
And now I smile, you made my life worthwhile
Your love and presence have brought so much joy and purpose to my life
And all my cloudy days are all behind
I have left behind all the days of sadness and misery, thanks to you
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