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.
Time After Time
The Temptations Lyrics
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They can't convey to you what's in my heart
If you could hear instead
The things I've left unsaid
Time after time
I tell myself that I'm
So lucky to be loving you
So lucky to be
The one you run to see
In the evening, when the day is through
I only know what I know
The passing years will show
You've kept my love so young, so new
And time after time
You'll hear me say that I'm
So lucky to be loving you
I only know what I know
The passing years will show
You've kept my love so young, so new
And time after time
You'll hear me say that I'm
So lucky to be loving you
Lucky to be loving you
In The Temptations’ song “Time After Time,” the singer expresses his love and admiration for his significant other, acknowledging that words don’t have the power to fully convey the depth of his feelings. He believes that if his lover could truly hear his unspoken emotions, she would understand the extent of his love for her. He repeats that he feels fortunate to love her and be loved in return, acknowledging that time may change things, but he is certain that his love will remain strong and new.
Throughout the song, the singer emphasizes the power of time and how it reaffirms his love. He recognizes that time may bring changes and challenges, but he is confident that his love will remain steadfast. The lyrics also refer to the importance of communication in relationships, and the idea that sometimes words simply cannot express what someone truly feels in their heart.
Overall, the song “Time After Time” celebrates the enduring power of love, and the idea that even though the passing years may bring changes, love can remain strong and true.
Line by Line Meaning
What good are words I say to you?
My words cannot fully express how I feel about you.
They can't convey to you what's in my heart
My words cannot communicate the depth of my feelings for you.
If you could hear instead
If you could only hear the emotions that I cannot put into words
The things I've left unsaid
The feelings that I have kept to myself
Time after time
Again and again
I tell myself that I'm
I remind myself that I am
So lucky to be loving you
Grateful for the opportunity to love you
So lucky to be
Fortunate to be
The one you run to see
The one you come to see when the day is done
In the evening, when the day is through
At the end of a long day
I only know what I know
I can only speak to what I have experienced
The passing years will show
Over time, my love will be demonstrated
You've kept my love so young, so new
You have kept my love fresh and vibrant
And time after time
Repeatedly
You'll hear me say that I'm
You will hear me express that I am
So lucky to be loving you
Grateful for the opportunity to love you
Lucky to be loving you
Fortunate to have the privilege of loving you
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Jule Styne, Sammy Cahn
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@jaylene.turner6524
P-Funk member
Ray Davis did the rest of the
bass vocals on “For Lovers Only”
except for Melvin’s last songs
his interlude and
“Life Is But A Dream”.
Ray also left before the group
did the promotion due to
throat cancer diagnosis like
Ali Woodson.
@domoniqueayers8056
OTIS WILLIAMS HAS AGED GRACIOUSLY AND
DEVINE,
DUE TO THE CHANGING
TIMES, WITH THAT VERY SPECIAL GLOW OF LOVE, SO HEAVENLY DEVINE, AND KIND
YES, LIKE SMOKEY WITH
THAT SPECIAL "TRADE MARK" AS THEY CONTINUE TO PRODUCE AND
SING WITH AMAZING LOVE SONGS
HIS NEW TEMPS, AND GLOW FOR NEW LOVE,
FOR LIFE IN A NEW WAVE TO DESIGN
TECHNIQUES & TO CREATE
"THE SOUND OF A DIFFERENT DRUM"
WITH A RICH SCOTCH AND
BUTTER RUM
FOR A GREAT SOUND TO RISE AMONG THE EARLY MORNING SUN,
AND TO NEVER FORGET
OUR #1 HEAVENLY FATHER
THAT GRANTED US WITH OUR
GOD-GIVEN LIVES TO LOVE
WITH EVERLASTING LIFE
IN A WHOLE PERFECT WORLD
YES A DEVINE SWEET UNIVERSAL ONE
@jaylene.turner6524
The Temptations on this song:
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Lead Vocals:
Ron Tyson
(First Tenor/Falsetto)
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Background Vocals:
Ali-Ollie Woodson
(R.I.P.)
(First Tenor)
(Not in this video)
Last surviving
founding member
Otis Williams
(Second Tenor)
Theo Peoples
(Baritone)
Ray Davis
(R.I.P.)
(Bass)
(Not in this video)
——————————-
The Temptations in
this video:
Ron Tyson
(Lead Vocals)
Last surviving
founding member
Otis Williams
(Background Vocals)
Theo Peoples
(Background Vocals)
Harry McGilberry
(Background Vocals;
Bass)
(R.I.P.)
@lindayancey4502
Ron Tyson got down on this song. I love his voice!!!
@lindawyche6837
Yes he did❤️
@genericbrand7954
@Linda Wyche e
@alforddonald7330
The best-selling Afro-American male group ever assimilated in the history of black men singing.
@andrewbenning9270
I am a white male, I came into life in 1966. UK for me the only thing that I know is the REAL THING which is MUSIC but for me is SOUL.
@treseancann1261
Music knows no color or race.
@lamonnwawrestler2010
This is another song that could've been a big hit for these dudes, a lot of their albums outside the "Golden Oldies" were very underrated.....
@temptsfan2
LaMon nwawrestler So right. Either the record company didn't know how to market them, or did not care to.
@buzzdavis
No doubt about it. Case in point, the album containing this gem is too tight. I'm talking serious smooth.
@dustinredding4897
Phoenix Rising