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The Temptations (also abbreviated as “The Tempts” or “The Temps”) 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 Distan...
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Top 10 The Temptations Songs
My Girl
Ain't Too Proud To Beg
Papa Was A Rollin' Stone
The Way You Do The Things You Do
Get Ready
I Can't Get Next To You
Just My Imagination (Running Away With Me)
I Wish It Would Rain
Papa Was A Rolling Stone
Just My Imagination
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Top 10 The Temptations Albums
The Ultimate Collection
Greatest Hits
The Temptations Christmas Card
All Directions
Anthology (disc 2)
Sky's The Limit
My Girl: The Very Best Of The Temptations
Give Love At Christmas
1966-1969
Anthology (disc 1)
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