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.
What a Difference a Day Makes
The Temptations Lyrics
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Twenty-four little hours
Brought the sun and the flowers
Where there used to be rain
Today I'm part of you, dear
My lonely nights are through, dear
Since you said you were mine
What a difference a day makes
There's a rainbow before me
Skies above can't be stormy
Since that moment of bliss, that thrilling kiss
It's heaven when you
Find romance on your menu
What a difference a day makes
And the difference is you
What a difference a day makes
There's a rainbow before me
Skies above can't be stormy
Since that moment of bliss, that thrilling kiss
It's heaven when you
Find romance on your menu
What a difference a day makes
And the difference is you
The Temptations' song 'What a Difference a Day Makes' is a love song that speaks about how much one's whole world can change for the better when they find love. The lyrics use the metaphor of a day to express the transformative effects of love in one's life. The song begins by stating how much of a difference a day can make, implying that in just 24 hours, life can turn around completely. The lyrics describe how the sun shining and the flowers blooming replaces the previously gloomy, rainy mood of the day before.
The singer then goes on to declare how their life has changed for the better since they fell in love. Yesterday may have been blue, but today they are part of the person they love, and their lonely nights are over. The lyrics go on to say that finding romance is like finding heaven and that the difference in the singer's life was finding the person they love. The metaphor of a rainbow is used to show just how beautiful and magical love is. The final line of the song sums it up by stating that the difference in the singer's life is the person they love.
Overall, 'What a Difference a Day Makes' is a beautiful love song that expresses just how much of an impact love can have on one's life. The metaphor of a day is used to show just how quickly one's life can turn around for the better when they find love. The rainbow and sunshine imagery, as well as the mention of a thrilling kiss, all add to the romantic atmosphere of the song.
Line by Line Meaning
What a difference a day makes
It's amazing how much things can change in just one day
Twenty-four little hours
The amount of time it takes for everything to change
Brought the sun and the flowers
Things are looking up and positive
Where there used to be rain
Things were once sad and gloomy
My yesterday was blue, dear
I used to be sad and lonely
Today I'm part of you, dear
Now that I have you, I am happy and no longer alone
My lonely nights are through, dear
I no longer have to suffer through lonely nights
Since you said you were mine
Since you became mine, things have changed for the better
There's a rainbow before me
Good things are happening for me
Skies above can't be stormy
Everything is going well, there is no chaos in my life
Since that moment of bliss, that thrilling kiss
Everything changed after we had a special moment
It's heaven when you
Being with you is a little piece of heaven
Find romance on your menu
An exciting and romantic relationship is possible with you
And the difference is you
The change in my life and my happiness is all because of you
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Hooch14
Every song on that CD is hittin'
Martes Marsden
This Album is amazing every track is beautiful , love the whole album .
Imana Cetshwayo
Thank you Otis Williams for bringing us such sweet tunes over the decades. 💜💙💜💙
Phyllis Oliveira
Each track is very well done. ❤
Glennes Bryant
this is so beautiful. Their voices are so very beautiful.
Robin King
Wow when I first heard this song I loved it. I had never heard it. The temptations were the best. 💖
Carole Joyce
A Favorite for so many positive reasons.. love the Temps singing it..
Yolanda Bailey
Beautiful song! The Temptations 1995!!
Lou Adams
Just plain beautiful
Christine Graves
I play this CD in my car all the time. It's everlasting.