Motown 50 Disc 3
Nightshift by the CommodoresReleased in 1985, “Nightshift” was the first hit from the Commodores following the departure of Lionel Richie in 1982. It reached number 3 in the US charts. It was a tribute to Marvin...
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Originally written by Jackie DeShannon, this is a cover version by David Ruffin – best known for his time with the Temptations. David Ruffin Born 1941 | Died 1991 David Ruffin, brother...
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“Light my Fire” was a cover version by Stevie Wonder of the Doors original. It appeared on his “My Cherie Amour” album in 1969. Sample “Light My Fire” on Motown...
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Taken from the Album of the same name, “My Destiny” was released in 1992 by Lionel Richie for Motown. Sample “My Destiny” on Motown 50 here: Audio clip: Adobe Flash Player...
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“Upside Down” was taken from Diana Ross’ 1980 album “Diana” and reached number one on the US charts and number 3 in the UK. It was written and produced by Nile Rodgers...
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Taken from his “Hotter than July” album of 1981, Motown released “Master Blaster” by Stevie Wonder and it was an immediate hit, spending seven weeks at number one in the...
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The 1970 Rare Earth version of “Get Ready” was originally performed by the Temptations in 1966. However, it was the Rare Earth version that was most successful reaching number 4 in...
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In 1970, Motown released a concept album by the Four Tops entitled “Still Waters Run Deep”. It contained the track “Everybody’s Talkin” composed by Fred Neil. This...
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Rick James auditioned for Motown in 1966 as part of the “Mynah Birds”, which was later to include Neil Young. However, James fell foul of the US Naval Reserve and ended up in the...
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Thelma Houston recorded her version of “Jumpin’ Jack Flash” in 1969 which was included in her debut album “Sunshower”. It was produced by Jimmy Webb and didn’t...
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Written by Jimmy Webb in 1968, “Wichita Lineman” was first recorded by glen Cambell. This is a cover version by Smokey Robinson and the Miracles and it featured on their 1969 album...
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