Fall in Love All Over Again with The Temptations’ “My Girl” (1964)

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“The Temptations – My Girl” is an iconic soul song that has transcended generations and continues to captivate listeners worldwide. Released in 1964, this timeless classic showcases the vocal prowess and harmonious magic of the legendary Motown group, The Temptations.

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  • The lead vocals in “My Girl” are masterfully performed by David Ruffin, whose silky smooth voice became synonymous with the song. His emotive delivery is nothing short of legendary.
  • “My Girl” was co-written by the prolific songwriting duo of Smokey Robinson and Ronald White. The combination of Robinson’s lyrical genius and White’s musical talent gave birth to this unforgettable melody.
  • This beloved track has been featured in numerous films, TV shows, and commercials, solidifying its status as a cultural phenomenon.

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Lyrics:

I’ve got sunshine on a cloudy day
When it’s cold outside, I’ve got the month of May
I guess you’d say
What can make me feel this way?
My girl, my girl, my girl
Talkin’ ’bout my girl
My girl
I’ve got so much honey, the bees envy me
I’ve got a sweeter song than the birds in the trees
Well, I guess you’d say
What can make me feel this way?
My girl, my girl, my girl
Talkin’ ’bout my girl
My girl
Ooh
Hey, hey, hey
Hey, hey, hey
Yeah
I don’t need no money, fortune or fame
I got all the riches baby, one man can claim
Well, I guess you’d say
What can make me feel this way?
My girl, my girl, my girl
Talkin’ ’bout my girl
My girl
I’ve got sunshine on a cloudy day
With my girl
I’ve even got the month of may
With my girl
Talkin’ ’bout, talkin’ ’bout
Talkin’ ’bout my girl, my girl
That’s all I can talk about
Is my girl

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