[For Beginners] A Collection of Iconic and Classic Motown Songs That Resonate with the Heart
Motown Records revolutionized the global music scene.
From this label, which embodies the essence of soul music, countless masterpieces and stars who etched their names into music history were born, continuing to captivate hearts across generations.
In this feature, we’ll showcase a wide range of songs—from the timeless classics that defined Motown’s golden era to the gems released from the 1990s onward.
That song you know so well might actually have been released by Motown, too.
Enjoy!
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[For Beginners] A Collection of Iconic and Classic Motown Songs That Resonate with the Heart (21–30)
Let It WhipDazz Band
A track released as a single by Dazz Band in 1982.
It became their most successful hit, reaching No.
1 on the U.
S.
charts and winning a Grammy Award.
It has been covered by artists including the Australian R&B/pop band CDB.
Reach Out I`ll Be ThereThe Four Tops
A track released by the Four Tops in 1966.
It was recorded in just two takes.
Telma Hopkins and Joyce Vincent provided the backing vocals.
The track reached No.
1 on the charts in both the United States and the United Kingdom.
Uptight (Everything’s Alright)Stevie Wonder
A track released as a single by Stevie Wonder in 1965.
It reached No.
1 on the U.
S.
charts and was nominated for a Grammy Award.
The track was performed by the cast in a 2013 episode of the TV show Glee.
Where Did Our Love GoThe Supremes
A track released in 1964 by The Supremes.
It reached No.
1 on the charts in the United States and Canada.
The phrase “Baby” is repeated more than 70 times in the track.
It has been covered by many artists, including Ringo Starr.
Money (That’s What I Want)Barrett Strong
A lively track that sings about the love of money.
It was released by Barrett Strong in 1959.
It was used in the 1978 film “Animal House.” The track has been covered by artists such as The Beatles and The Flying Lizards.
My Whole World Ended (The Moment You Left Me)David Ruffin
A solo debut single released in 1969 by David Ruffin, the lead vocalist of The Temptations.
Its melody is sampled from the classical piece “Frühlingslied” by Felix Mendelssohn.
The track has been covered by artists including The Chi-Lites.
Don’t Leave Me This WayTHELMA HOUSTON
Originally released in 1975 by Harold Melvin & The Blue Notes, this track was covered by Thelma Houston in 1976, became a worldwide hit, and won a Grammy.
It has also been covered by artists such as The Communards.