Temptations Artist Bio and Lyrics

The 70's American vocal group the Temptations, often called the Temps or the Tempts by their fans, were one of the most successful acts on the Motown record label, with a long career and repertoire that included such disparate styles as doo wop, adult contemporary, soul, rhythm and blues, psychedelic rock, disco, and funk.

Temptations Top 70's Hits and Lyrics From Project 70's

Lyrics Ball Of Confusion (That's What The World) Lyrics Psychedelic Shack Lyrics Just My Imagination Lyrics Masterpiece Lyrics Papa Was A Rolling Stone

The band started in Detroit, Michigan in the early 1960s. They were originally known as the Elgins. Throughout their entire history, which extends to the present day, the Temptations has always boasted a five man line up including singers and dancers. The Temptations are known not only for their music, but for their tight choreography. They are considered by many to be the Beatles of soul music.

All in all, the Temptations have sold in excess of twenty two million units around the world. They are one of the most successful outfits in the history of popular music. In the 1960s, the Temptations were the most important and visible male singing group.

The albums of the Temptations include Meet the Temptations, The Temptations Sing Smokey, The Temptin’ Temptations, Getting Ready, Greatest Hits, Temptations Live!, The Temptations with a Lot o’ Soul, The Temptations in a Mellow Mood, The Temptations With it Would Rain, Diana Ross and the Supremes Join the Temptations, TCB, Live at the Copa, Cloud Nine, The Temptations Show, Together, Puzzle People, On Broadway, Psychedelic Shack, Greatest Hits Vol. 2, Live at London’s Talk of the Town, The Temptations Christmas Card, and Sky’s the Limit.

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