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.
Mind Over Matter
The Temptations Lyrics
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I want your love to have and to hold
I'll have your love but you are so fine
Mind over matter, gonna make you mine
And I believe that someone wants to fall in love
The way I want you for you're the one that I love
I'll command all my powers to make you fall in line
I'll put a spell on you, put a hex on you
I'll make you love me too and I'll be so nice to you
You have to fall 'cause I'll be on time
Mind over matter, gonna make you mine
I'll put a spell on you, I'll put a hex on you
I'll make you love me too and I'll be so nice to you
You have to fall 'cause I'll be on time
Mind over matter, gonna make you mine
Oh baby, so nice, ohh
Oh baby
The song "Mind Over Matter" by The Temptations is about a man who is in love with a woman who is playing hard to get. The singer's mind is made up and he is determined to win her love despite her cold demeanor towards him. He is confident in his ability to use mind over matter to make her fall for him.
The lyrics mention that he believes someone wants to fall in love, but he specifically wants this woman because she is the one he loves. He plans to use his powers (presumably his charm and charisma) to make her fall in line and become his. He talks about "putting a spell" and "hex" on her, which could be interpreted as a metaphor for his persistent pursuit of her.
Overall, the song is about the power of determination and using one's mind to achieve what they want, even in matters of the heart.
Line by Line Meaning
My mind is made up 'cause you're so cold
I have made up my mind to pursue your love despite your distant behavior
I want your love to have and to hold
I desire your love and seek to hold onto it
I'll have your love but you are so fine
Although you are attractive and desirable, I am determined to win your love
Mind over matter, gonna make you mine
I will use my mental strength to overcome any obstacles and make you mine
And I believe that someone wants to fall in love
I believe that there is someone out there who wants to fall in love with me
The way I want you for you're the one that I love
I want you specifically because you are the one I love
I'll command all my powers to make you fall in line
I will use all of my abilities to make you submit to my desires
I'll put a spell on you, put a hex on you
I will use magical means to make you love me
I'll make you love me too and I'll be so nice to you
Once you love me, I will treat you well
You have to fall 'cause I'll be on time
You will inevitably succumb to my love because I will be persistent
Oh baby, so nice, ohh
An expression of excitement and anticipation for winning the love of the desired person
Oh baby
Reinforcement of the expression of excitement and anticipation
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@TRAINIAC19
Pretty good!! Anyone trying to sing like Nolan Strong and doing it this good needs to be commended.
@randall.richardson6023
🌽/ Eddie Kendricks of course.
@johnomalley7211
Eddie is a better singer anyway
@garymayfield5995
A young Eddie was in a class all by himself
@lewandowskid
Yes. As mentioned, "The Pirates" are actually The Temptations. ;)
@jimjackson4111
Yes!
@Len1979100
Sang Eddie ♥️♥️♥️♥️
@thomasjimenez5213
Early Temptations and very young about 19 or 20 Eddie and Paul. Had the voices before David join the but he was sign by Motown and stayed with Barry Gordy father working in his construction business. Otis didn't fine nothing . He new the Paul and Eddie where better singers than himself and they had class. And if Eddie and Paul were alive they would tell the whole truth about how they came together.
@beefoneeto
I like the arrangement on this better than the DIablos which is top notch too.
@TheZeevik
pretty