[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)
Do You Love MeThe Contours
A track originally written by Motown CEO Berry Gordy Jr.
for The Temptations.
It was ultimately never recorded by them and was instead released by The Contours in 1962.
It was used in the 1987 film Dirty Dancing.
My GirlThe Temptations
A track released in 1964 by The Temptations.
It was written by Smokey Robinson and Ronald White, members of The Miracles.
The track features a simple yet effective arrangement, with performances by Motown’s house band, The Funk Brothers.
[For Beginners] A Compilation of Iconic and Beloved Motown Tracks That Resonate with the Heart (31–40)
Brick HouseThe Communards
A disco classic track that sings about a woman with a fantastic body.
It was released as a single by The Commodores in 1977.
It has been used in many films and media, including the movie “Muppets from Space.”
Somebody’s Watching MeRockwell
A track released as a single by Rockwell in 1984.
Michael Jackson provides the backing vocals.
It was a hit around the world and was certified gold in the United States, France, and Canada.
LEAVING HEREEDDIE HOLLAND
A track written by Holland-Dozier-Holland.
Released by Eddie Holland in 1963, it reached No.
27 on the U.
S.
charts.
The track has been covered by numerous rock bands, including The Who, The Byrds, Motörhead, and Pearl Jam.
What Becomes of the BrokenheartedJimmy Ruffin
A pessimistic ballad released in 1966 by Jimmy Ruffin, the brother of The Temptations’ David Ruffin.
It became a hit in the United States, Canada, France, and the United Kingdom.
It has been covered by artists such as The Supremes and The Contours.
My GuyMary Wells
A track written by Smokey Robinson of The Miracles.
It was released by Mary Wells in 1964 and reached No.
1 on the U.
S.
charts.
The track is featured in the 1992 film Sister Act.