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.
No Man Can Love Her Like I Do
The Temptations Lyrics
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Ah, he can buy her diamonds, he can buy her pearls,
He can send her on a trip, all around this world.
He can buy her anything her little heart desires
But he don't know how to set that little girl's soul on fire
Even though he drives a big fine cadillac car,
And he keeps her dressed up (ah!) like a movie star.
Anything she asks of him, his money can buy
But when it comes down to love, she gives me a try!
No man can love her like I do
Tell the truth, no man can love her like I do,
No man can love her like I do
Even though I don't have one thin dime,
Every time I call her, you know she's right on time.
No man can love her like I do
Ain't no man in this land who can love her like I do!
No man can love her like I do!
The Temptations' No Man Can Love Her Like I Do is a passionate declaration of a man's love for a woman, even in the face of her being courted by someone else who can provide her with material things. The lyrics convey the idea that despite the other man's wealth and ability to provide her with luxurious things, he cannot love her like the singer can - he cannot set her soul on fire the way the singer does. The song suggests that the other man only tries to impress the girl with his wealth, while the singer knows how to love her in a way that money cannot buy.
The singer tries to emphasize that despite his lack of financial means, he always makes time for the girl and is always there when she needs him. He claims that he can love her better than any other man in the land, even if he doesn't have a single penny in his pocket. These lyrics suggest that true love is not based on money or material things, but rather on a deep emotional connection that transcends material possessions.
This song is a testament to the notion that true love is not based on material wealth, but on true emotional intimacy. The song is a call to those who prioritize material things over love to reconsider their priorities and to realize that love is the greatest treasure of all.
Line by Line Meaning
No man can love her like I do!
I love her in a way that no other man can match.
Ah, he can buy her diamonds, he can buy her pearls,
He can send her on a trip, all around this world.
He may be able to buy her material possessions and lavish trips, but those things alone cannot compare to the love I offer.
He can buy her anything her little heart desires
But he don't know how to set that little girl's soul on fire
He can satisfy her material wants, but he doesn't truly understand or ignite her passions in the way I do.
Even though he drives a big fine cadillac car,
And he keeps her dressed up (ah!) like a movie star.
He may have a luxurious lifestyle, and he may dress her up like a Hollywood celebrity, but he still can't provide the deep emotional connection that I offer.
Anything she asks of him, his money can buy
But when it comes down to love, she gives me a try!
He may be able to fulfill her every material need with his wealth, but she turns to me when she wants true love and connection.
Even though I don't have one thin dime,
Every time I call her, you know she's right on time.
Despite my lack of wealth or lavish gifts, she always responds to me quickly and is always there for me when I need her.
Ain't no man in this land who can love her like I do!
I am confident that no other man can love her the way I do, and I will always fight to keep her by my side.
Tell the truth, no man can love her like I do,
No man can love her like I do
I am speaking the truth when I say that there is no man who can provide the same level of love and connection that I offer to her.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: JR., EDDIE J. KENDRICK, EDWARD HOLLAND, EDWARD, JR. HOLLAND, NORMAN J. WHITFIELD
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