Released in 1971, the single was part of their fourteenth studio album Sky's the Limit.
Fifty-five years ago today, their iconic single reached No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100 for two weeks.
At the same time, it was also the number one single on the Billboard R&B Singles chart and remained at the top for three consecutive weeks.
The Temptations perform on BBC TV show Top Of The Pops, 29th March 1972, London, L-R Melvin Franklin, Dennis Edwards, Otis Williams, Damon Harris, Richard Street.Michael Putland/Getty Images
The Unexpected Story Behind The Temptations’ 1971 Hit
Written by Norman Whitfield and Barrett Strong, the legendary Motown duo, this was a notable single from the album with David Ruffin on lead vocals.
In a report cited by The Guardian, the group experienced internal tensions, particularly between members Otis Williams and Eddie Kendricks, prior to the release of the album.
Moreover, he also described the personal struggle within the group as a “bad memory,” especially the departure of Paul Williams, who at that time was dealing with health issues.
Williams, who launched a solo career that same year, passed away just two years after leaving The Temptations.
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