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.
Soul To Soul
The Temptations Lyrics
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Oh wo oh wo oh wo oh wo
Oh wo oh wo oh wo oh wo
Oh wo oh wo oh wo oh wo
My lady soul
Lying here beside you
Close as we can be
I know what you need, yeah
I'm ready to surrender, my love
Lay it all in your hands
Give you my forever
Everything I am
'Cause you are my, my, my, my lady soul
You warm my heart
When I grow cold
Oh you are my, my, my, my lady soul
You are my life
You make me whole
Oh wo oh wo oh wo oh wo
Oh wo oh wo oh wo oh wo
My lady soul
I feel it in your heartbeat
Hear it in your crys
This is where our hearts meet
I see it in your eyes
I've waited for this moment, my love
It's a dream come alive
Heaven must have sent me
An angel of the night
'Cause you are my, my, my, my lady soul
You warm my heart
When I grow cold
'Cause you are my, you're my, you're my, my lady soul
You're my, my lady soul, you're my lady soul
You are my life
You make me whole
I always knew we'd end up together
Right from the very start
And I believe we'll make it forever
It's written right here in my heart
Oh yeah, ay, ho
You're my, you're my, my lady soul
You warm my heart
When I grow cold
Oh you are my, my, my, my lady soul
You are my life
You make me whole
Oh wo oh wo oh wo oh wo
Oh wo oh wo oh wo oh wo
My lady soul, hoo
My, my
My, my
You're my, you're my (my, my) my lady soul
Oh wo oh wo oh wo oh wo (my, my)
Oh wo oh wo oh wo oh wo (my, my)
My, my, my, my, my, my, my
My lady soul
The Temptations' song "Lady Soul" is a romantic love song about being completely enamored with and committed to a significant other. The lyrics speak of a deep connection between two lovers who are lying beside each other, close enough to feel their heartbeats. The singer is ready to give up everything and surrender their love to their partner, offering them their forever and everything that they are. The chorus, "you are my, my, my, my lady soul," emphasizes the unique and special bond between the two individuals.
Throughout the song, the lyrics describe how the singer is able to feel their partner's love in their heartbeat and hear it in their cries. The singer is moved by this connection and sees it as a sign that they were meant to be together forever. The bridge of the song emphasizes the singer's faith in their love, stating that they always knew they would end up together and that they will make it forever.
Overall, the message of the song is one of total devotion and love. The singer is completely committed to their partner and sees them as their soulmate, someone who completes them and makes them whole.
Line by Line Meaning
Oh
Expressing deep emotion towards Lady.
Oh wo oh wo oh wo oh wo
Continuing to express deep emotion towards Lady.
My lady soul
Referring to Lady as the singer's soulmate.
Lying here beside you
The artist is physically close to Lady.
Close as we can be
The artist and Lady are as close as possible.
I know what this leads to
The singer is aware of what will happen next.
I know what you need, yeah
The singer understands Lady's desires.
I'm ready to surrender, my love
The artist is willing to give up all of themselves to Lady.
Lay it all in your hands
The artist is giving Lady complete control over the relationship.
Give you my forever
The artist is offering a lifelong commitment to Lady.
Everything I am
The singer is willing to give their entire being to Lady.
'Cause you are my, my, my, my lady soul
Reiterating the importance of Lady to the artist.
You warm my heart
Lady brings happiness and warmth to the singer's life.
When I grow cold
Lady's love can overcome any negative emotions the singer may feel.
I feel it in your heartbeat
The singer can sense Lady's emotions and love.
Hear it in your cries
Lady's emotions are expressed through her cries.
This is where our hearts meet
The artist and Lady's emotions are in sync with each other.
I've waited for this moment, my love
The singer has been anticipating this moment of love and connection with Lady.
It's a dream come alive
The singer's desire for Lady has now become a reality.
Heaven must have sent me
The artist believes that Lady is an angel sent from above.
An angel of the night
The artist believes Lady brings light to the darkness.
I always knew we'd end up together
The artist always had faith in their relationship with Lady.
Right from the very start
The singer felt a connection with Lady from the beginning.
And I believe we'll make it forever
The artist has confidence in their long-lasting relationship with Lady.
It's written right here in my heart
The singer's feelings for Lady are genuine.
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: MARK HOLDEN
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
lindiwe lande
My father used to love this song It was his ring tone. May his soul continue to rest in peace
Jabu S.T Dlamini - Tembe
This song will never lose its value from generation to generation
Themba Thela
Ezingasoze zabuna🙌
Lady F Dangote
💃🏽🥰🇿🇦
jerryblacks f
After so many years this song is so refreshing to the soul its as if it has just been recorded and released this is the true definition of quality
S.M ROUGH DIBO☆♤
True to that..aliyindawo
Thabang Mnguni
Timeless
Muriel Williams
This song stirs something in me...comfort, maybe. I lost my baby son last November and this was one of his favorites 😢he was only 50 and listening to this helps keep him alive in my ❤😢
Anga Sanders
May God comfort you with grace and beautiful memories of your beloved baby boy. Yes, he will always be your baby, and he will live forever in your heart. May you find peace.
@NarrowPather
My condolences....I'm grateful that you have found a semblance of peace of heart and mind through this song...GOD/YAH be with and comfort you...Hugs... 🍃🕊🙏🏾🕊🍃