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The Temptations
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▸ Artist · 1964–1973

The Temptations

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Formed1960OriginUnited StatesGenredoo-wop, funk, soulLabelCapitol Records, Motown, Universal Music GroupMembersOtis Williams, Dennis Edwards, Eddie Kendricks, David Ruffin, Richard Street, Ron Tyson

Imagine a world where smooth harmonies meet captivating choreography, all wrapped in sharp suits and slick hairstyles. That’s the magic of The Temptations, a legendary vocal group hailing from the U.S. They burst onto the scene in 1960, leaving an indelible mark on the music landscape with their unique blend of doo-wop, funk, soul, and rhythm and blues. With iconic hits like "My Girl," "Ain't Too Proud to Beg," and "Papa Was a Rollin' Stone," their infectious melodies and poignant lyrics resonate through the ages. Members like Otis Williams, Dennis Edwards, and Eddie Kendricks brought charisma and talent that set a standard in the music world. The Temptations didn't just sing; they created an experience that still makes us sway, reminding us that beauty truly is only skin deep.

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The Way You Do the Things You Do
The Temptations
1964
Ain't Too Proud to Beg
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1966
Beauty Is Only Skin Deep
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1966
Get Ready
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1966
You're My Everything
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1967
Cloud Nine
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1968
I Wish It Would Rain
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1968
I Can't Get Next to You
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1969
Runaway Child, Running Wild
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1969
Ball of Confusion (That's What the World Is Today)
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1970
Psychedelic Shack
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1970
Just My Imagination
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1971
Just My Imagination (Running Away with Me)
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1971
Papa Was a Rollin' Stone
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1972
Masterpiece
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1973

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Walk Away from Love
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Shoeshine Boy
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Boogie Down
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I Want Your Love
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Keep on Truckin' (Pt. 1) [Mixed]
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What Becomes of the Brokenhearted
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