He used to do alot of The Choreography for them in their pre Motown Days. Their Career kind of parallels The Beatles. They went from singing She Loves You to Strawberry Fields. Now they go from My Girl to Runaway Child.
Tell me about it. I was a teenager in the late '60s, early '70s, and I saw a number of kids I knew from the hood on the south side of Chicago who lived every bit of what this recording portrayed.
Please don't forget to give Norman Whitfield his flowers for writing and producing this and so many other smash hits for these great singers beginning with "Ain't Too Proud to Beg" and "(I Know) I'm Losing You"! He wrote/co-wrote, and produced virtually all of the Temptations hits from 1966 on.👍
David Ruffin may have made the Temptations into international stars, but Dennis Edwards' contribution ensured that the Temptations would stay relevant and able to weather the changing musical climates in the coming decades. Ruffin is a stellar artist of amazing talent and charisma, but he feels like a throwback to a previous era of soulful serenaders and singers of lush ballads like Sam Cooke and Jackie Wilson,. In this era where what we know as "soul music" doesn't exist yet. I don't think Ruffin was really able to adapt with the change in musical fashions. This can be seen in how spotty his solo career was after leaving the Temptations, and how he settled into the "rhapsodic disco"" genre, like Lou Rawls, a singer quite a bit like him. David Ruffin could never have carried the "psychedelic soul" era of the Temptations
@@Israel-2K17Yeah but Dennis the one who Revolutionized the group to the next level.. Once they seen how successful “Sly And The Family Stone” made their songs, Temps wanted to adapt to that sound..
@@Rasslinwithracism he was second best dancer . Paul just had it. Some clips melvin was sloppy but Paul always was smoother on his feet . But yes melvin second best
@@Rasslinwithracism not sloppy per say but not as smooth as Paul is what I'm saying. I can give you 2 clips even Paul looks at him and shakes his head. Wish it would rain, and can't get next to you. He could dance don't get me wrong but Paul will always be the best dancer. Im a temptations fan I just peep it. Paul when he was on a decline Melvin became the best dancer then. Psychedelic Shack is the proof of Paul's decline. Look it up
I heard this song in my car yesterday and my childhood whole living in Gary Indiana with my Great Aunt Martha flashed before my eyes so many memories .I never ran away but my Mother gave us away .
Y'all Can't TELL ME That Dennis Edwards Ain't One Of The BEST SOUL SANGAZ EVA With One Of THEE MOST ****DISTINCTIVE**** VOICES Of ALL TIMES!! My Brotha SO Underated!
This made me cry with both joy and sadness; joy for the great song, stunning choreography and magnificent vocals. The Dennis Edwards years are my favorite Temptations era. That man was so hot and had a killer voice. The sadneess is that real talentand intelligent music is probably gone forever. WAP, indeed.
Denis was exactly what they needed at that time, what they went through as a group and personally and to stand strong at a time when the world was in so much turmoil was a testament to their character
Besides This Iconic Live Performance Of One Of Their Best Songs From The "Cloud Nine" Album, A Friend Of Mine Told Me That THIS SONG Reminds Him Of The Experience He Had Back In October 2019, Just FIVE YEARS AGO.
2 of my late uncles loved this song growing up. My folks played that Cloud Nine LP for real. I appreciate it now that I'm older bcuz the lyrics are so relevant today!
Dennis voice matched this era of the temptations. David Ruffin is one of the greatest singers of all time but i don’t think he would’ve pulled this off with the same or greater effect.
Only One Year Since David Ruffin Lefted The Temptations And Let Dennis Edwards Take The Spotlight. Around This Year (1969) David Ruffin Recorded The Hit Album Feelin Good (1969) Previous Year (1968) My Whole World Has Ended.
The Temptations were from Detroit, Michigan…”Motown”, or Motor City…as were The Miracles, or Smokey Robinson and The Miracles. I was in high school in Brooklyn when these two groups were riding high on the billboard charts 📈. Sadly, those days are long gone.
I sorta remember the Temptations from when I was a kid. My sister and I had a babysitter who listened to them all the time . Recently a watched the videos I wish it would rain , as well as Papa was a Rolling Stone. Now when I have a little free time I search for other songs from them I may have missed. Its great to hear them again.
I was 12 years old and saw them perform this song, and many others at the University of Detroit, great performance. As a native, of Detroit the memories are emotional, mentally, and momentarily stressful but, you endure it all because you are an Detroiter, it who you are, where ever you are from you should always be a patriot to your town if it's been good to you.
Robert John Cocker should have been in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame along time ago. I know that in 2014 before Joe died Billy Joel sent a petition to have Joe inducted, but for some reason it didn't work. Come on H.O.F. what's your problem? This man had so many hits for so many years, it's way past time.
Listen to lyrics - to the harmony - this is talent - today's music has nothing on what Motown offered - today's music sucks big time - without auto tune they are lost
Paul Williams was an excellent dancer.
yes he was, I don't mind his singing either!
He used to do alot of The Choreography for them in their pre Motown Days. Their Career kind of parallels The Beatles. They went from singing She Loves You to Strawberry Fields. Now they go from My Girl to Runaway Child.
I consider Paul Williams and Melvin Franklin the best dancers in the group
@@jonathanlyons230 yup but Paul had it . He was the best dancer
(imagine Ed Sullivan trying to move his hips!)
Listen to these brothers. They knew.
Tell me about it. I was a teenager in the late '60s, early '70s, and I saw a number of kids I knew from the hood on the south side of Chicago who lived every bit of what this recording portrayed.
@@TheChicagoL tyghh
@@TheChicagoLto me we gotta stop being stubborn and listen to what our parents tell us
And they sounded just as good live. Temptations forever.
Paul is hurtin bad man his moves are still smooth like always
The new generation need to take heed
What a bunch of handsome men. I love you guys.
They don't make like they use too!
Eye and ear candy
I RAN AWAY SEVERAL TIMES BACK IN MY YOUNGER DAYS. NOW I'M 58YEARS OLD AND HAVE MEMORIES OF THIS SONG. MISS ALL OF YOU GENTLEMEN 🎉🎉😢😢
Please don't forget to give Norman Whitfield his flowers for writing and producing this and so many other smash hits for these great singers beginning with "Ain't Too Proud to Beg" and "(I Know) I'm Losing You"!
He wrote/co-wrote, and produced virtually all of the Temptations hits from 1966 on.👍
David Ruffin may have made the Temptations into international stars, but Dennis Edwards' contribution ensured that the Temptations would stay relevant and able to weather the changing musical climates in the coming decades. Ruffin is a stellar artist of amazing talent and charisma, but he feels like a throwback to a previous era of soulful serenaders and singers of lush ballads like Sam Cooke and Jackie Wilson,. In this era where what we know as "soul music" doesn't exist yet. I don't think Ruffin was really able to adapt with the change in musical fashions. This can be seen in how spotty his solo career was after leaving the Temptations, and how he settled into the "rhapsodic disco"" genre, like Lou Rawls, a singer quite a bit like him. David Ruffin could never have carried the "psychedelic soul" era of the Temptations
@@Israel-2K17Yeah but Dennis the one who Revolutionized the group to the next level.. Once they seen how successful “Sly And The Family Stone” made their songs, Temps wanted to adapt to that sound..
The greatest group to ever grace the stage.
Dennis,
Baddest soul brother of all time!
Each singer unique in their own way.
Love the contrasting vocals between Melvin and Eddie at 1:58
I knew Melvin had the bass, but I never knew he had moves like this. Outstanding song and performance.
Everyone Credit paul dancing skills but melvin was on par with the best dancer
This song could be used in a PSA to warn kids about running away.
@@Rasslinwithracism he was second best dancer . Paul just had it. Some clips melvin was sloppy but Paul always was smoother on his feet . But yes melvin second best
@@kamscott4201 No Temptation was “sloppy.” Produce the clips of Melvin being “sloppy“
@@Rasslinwithracism not sloppy per say but not as smooth as Paul is what I'm saying. I can give you 2 clips even Paul looks at him and shakes his head. Wish it would rain, and can't get next to you. He could dance don't get me wrong but Paul will always be the best dancer. Im a temptations fan I just peep it. Paul when he was on a decline Melvin became the best dancer then. Psychedelic Shack is the proof of Paul's decline. Look it up
There will never be another TEMPTIN TEMPTATIONS in my lifetime 🤔👍🙂😊
I can’t freakin believe only 1 is still standing! Great clip of a great song.
@soulman2000 "None died a natural death: williams:apparently suicide,ruffin:drug overdose, kendricks:cancer, franklin:diabetes,edwards: meningitis" Otis Williams: alive and kicking!
@@42NORRIS very true. I think only Dennis made it to his 70s. The rest of them didn’t.
@@42NORRIS you forgot Al Bryant who died of Cirhosis
@@johnomalley7211 al Bryant is not part of the original 5 even though he was there before David ruffin
@@stevewilkosotherchair7192 yes he was if anything he’s been with Otis since the beginning he’s original as they get
Paul is so smooth and Melvin dance with good energy.
That intro entry is next level
there are so many great groups,
far too many to name...
BUT only one...
The Temptations... ✊
Damn they were smooth!!!
Storytelling. In highest form.
One of the best comments!
Yes
You are right
I heard this song in my car yesterday and my childhood whole living in Gary Indiana with my Great Aunt Martha flashed before my eyes so many memories .I never ran away but my Mother gave us away .
This group knew how to get it done
Astounding choregraphy ❤❤❤❤❤❤
We have the amazing late great Paul Williams to thank for that choreography 💯
I ran away from home every week,and came back every Night. This was my Anthem 😮😂😂
Y'all Can't TELL ME That Dennis Edwards Ain't One Of The BEST SOUL SANGAZ EVA With One Of THEE MOST ****DISTINCTIVE**** VOICES Of ALL TIMES!!
My Brotha SO Underated!
I could listen to the first 50 seconds over and over . The most beautiful intro ever ... the way the bass rolls in with the vocals ... masterpiece .
I'm probably older than some of these songs they still sound absolutely fantastic.can never get enough of the temptations
Was sitting in front of TV
This made me cry with both joy and sadness; joy for the great song, stunning choreography and magnificent vocals. The Dennis Edwards years are my favorite Temptations era. That man was so hot and had a killer voice. The sadneess is that real talentand intelligent music is probably gone forever. WAP, indeed.
I like the David Ruffin era Temptations and the Psychedelic (Dennis Edwards) era Temptations.
what about David Ruffin ? he had style and charisma. both are great lead singers
No disrespect to David.I just listened to David era Temps today.
I love the Dennis Era but David Era was at a whole different level
5 angels from heaven up above and 1 remains to spread more musical Love.💚💯
Real of the Real ✊
GREATEST SINGING GROUP EVER!!!
Denis was exactly what they needed at that time, what they went through as a group and personally and to stand strong at a time when the world was in so much turmoil was a testament to their character
Besides This Iconic Live Performance Of One Of Their Best Songs From The "Cloud Nine" Album, A Friend Of Mine Told Me That THIS SONG Reminds Him Of The Experience He Had Back In October 2019, Just FIVE YEARS AGO.
It’s Eddie’s Vocals at the end for me 🔥❤️
My grandma put me onto this song when we had the Ed Sullivan show on tape. I loved this edited version.
Legendary Performance From Some Legendary Performers...Eas"T"exas Respect & Continued Success ALSO R.I.P 2 THE GON ON 2 GLORY " TEMPS".
Man, this is timeless soul. Motown is forever.
Such a good performance. That’s a given as it’s the Temps!
I agree Paul Williams was a great great dancer and great singer of the Temptations. Love you Paul. 👍
Just Legends
Can't ever get better than this!
Dennis Edwards putting the artists of St Louis on the map.
Dennis was born and raised in Alabama
@@joshua2k526😂😂😂
Sleek moves gives me chills,and story songs blow my mind 😎
Untouchable to this day
Omg..I love them all...thank God for allowing us to hav such talented and sweet handsome black men!!!
That bass line is hypnotic and when they were harmonizing at the end.
Dem boys sharp!!!!
Awesome and Amazing.
I remember that song when I was 10 years old and I still love it ❤❤❤😊😊😊
Paul was SOOOOO smooth!!🤣🤣🤣🤣👍
You could see the pain Paul Williams was in pain and I live the other four made up for him not moving around as much. Great group
There’s was a total performance. Gold
Forever a classic ... the best!
First time seeing this entire performance. Thanks for uploading. :)
LOVE THIS, Wow !!!!!!
2 of my late uncles loved this song growing up. My folks played that Cloud Nine LP for real. I appreciate it now that I'm older bcuz the lyrics are so relevant today!
Sang it Paul y'all that's a great song
Timeless. Nobody better prior to them or since.
I Give This Song 👍👍👍👍👍👍
Paul shined on here
He always ridiculed every one else with his dancing. He was by far the best mover
This still the jammm!!
Dennis voice matched this era of the temptations. David Ruffin is one of the greatest singers of all time but i don’t think he would’ve pulled this off with the same or greater effect.
I agree
Mr. Ollie Woodson.
David was smooth
No one better than David IMO.
@@downhomecat what do you mean
Yes
Damn they were badasses!!!
Only One Year Since David Ruffin Lefted The Temptations And Let Dennis Edwards Take The Spotlight. Around This Year (1969) David Ruffin Recorded The Hit Album Feelin Good (1969) Previous Year (1968) My Whole World Has Ended.
Paul a smooth criminal with the moves
The harmonies and choreography are as smooth as silk!
what a solid gold group!
Utterly epic. Thanks for posting this!
Right on mowtown Grateful to be born in Detroit I would have missed all this good stuff Right On☮️✝️🇺🇸
God bless Ed Sullivan Brilliant song
Great😊
They were the best!
My mother loves this song!!
Dennis voice was very powerful
The Temptations were from Detroit, Michigan…”Motown”, or Motor City…as were The Miracles, or Smokey Robinson and The Miracles. I was in high school in Brooklyn when these two groups were riding high on the billboard charts 📈. Sadly, those days are long gone.
When I was 17 me and Vickie hitch hike to fort Payne Alabama for the summer jam we had a great time but we got a beat down
Love this song, l am 70 years old, jiji
I sorta remember the Temptations from when I was a kid.
My sister and I had a babysitter who listened to them
all the time . Recently a watched the videos
I wish it would rain , as well as Papa was a Rolling Stone.
Now when I have a little free time I search for other songs from them I may have missed. Its great to hear them again.
Love this song & performance classic
I was 12 years old and saw them perform this song, and many others at the University of Detroit, great performance. As a native, of Detroit the memories are emotional, mentally, and momentarily stressful but, you endure it all because you are an Detroiter, it who you are, where ever you are from you should always be a patriot to your town if it's been good to you.
SONG SHOULD BE PLAYED EVERYDAY ON CITY LOUD SPEAKERS.......!!!!!!!
The tempting Temptations!!!!…One super group!!!!❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤
Otis got them harmonizations in the background!!!
CHOREOGRAPHER THE LATE GREAT MR. PAUL WILLIAMS!
This is the choreography of the late great Cholly Adkins.
Dennis true xhurch shouter
This song takes me wayyy back!
Great Music
💖♥️🌹💖♥️🌹💖♥️🌹💖
So true they this song for my granddaughter
This really takes me back to young married house parties and how we danced to the Temps.
R.I.P Paul Williams!
Sweet eddie falsetto
Love 💕😮the beat,the moves 👍🏾
Robert John Cocker should have been in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame along time ago. I know that in 2014 before Joe died Billy Joel sent a petition to have Joe inducted, but for some reason it didn't work. Come on H.O.F. what's your problem? This man had so many hits for so many years, it's way past time.
I seen the real temptations in 1967 in the Hollywood bowl the mcoy.
Listen to lyrics - to the harmony - this is talent - today's music has nothing on what Motown offered - today's music sucks big time - without auto tune they are lost
You're own comment sucks
52 years later still 1 of my fav's...Happy Birthday Eddie 12-17-21
LOVED THE DENNIS EDWARD YEARS!!!
Can't take my eyes off of Paul
He had an awesome presence.
The emotions wis my men of my favorite groups ❤😊
MAN I LOVE LOVE ❤️ THIS SONG AND THE TEMPTATIONS!!