Isn't She Pretty-The Temptations.wmv

[@hogan85]

One of my favorites! Al sounds just like eddie in the background!

[@cindycain1959]

Paul is my favorite. He was so smooth, loved to watch him dance. My favorite line on "Just My Imagination," is, "Every night, on my knees, I pray," because it's Paul.

[@MercuryCarMan3]

Harry Weinger who has produced various CD's on the Temptations over the last few twenty seven years or so states in his comments on "The Singles Collection 1961-1971) that Berry Gordy, Jr. separated Elbridge "Al" Bryant's voice from the rest of the group harmonies on this song he co-wrote with Otis Williams and Eddie Kendricks. They all have a part, Paul Williams, Eddie, Otis and Melvin Franklin but it is Al who is featured more prominently. As a native of Detroit, Wayne County, Michigan, this was my favorite quintet. I once listened to a twenty-two-year old Paul Williams, on a friend's grandmother's porch, talk about the music business in 1962 when I was thirteen years old.

[@mcpbrowne]

I understand. Dream Come True is my very favorite Temp song.The Temps are my favorite group of all time. Let's just I am vintage 53-been listening to the Temps all my life.

[@samstephens378]

WoW this is the first time I've really heard Al's voice... Sounds a little like Eddie, his voice is very prominent on this song

[@TonnieHoward]

Isn't She Pretty" is a 1961 song recorded by The Temptations, and written by group members Eddie Kendricks and Otis Williams, as well as Motown's founder Berry Gordy. It was Gordy's first production with the group, and intended for released on the Miracle label, but it was shelved due to the label closing, as well as the fact that the Motown execs thought the song sounded a little too dated.[1] It was finally released as the B-side for the group's 1962 single "Dream Come True", their first on the Gordy label imprint.[2] "Isn't She Pretty" Single by The Temptations from the album Meet the Temptations A-side "Dream Come True" Released March 16, 1962 Recorded Hitsville USA; October 23, 1961 Genre Soul, R&B, Doo-wop, Pop Length 2:45 Label Gordy G 7001 Songwriter(s) Berry Gordy, Jr. Eddie Kendricks Otis Williams Producer(s) Berry Gordy The Temptations singles chronology "Check Yourself" (1961) "Dream Come True" / "Isn't She Pretty" (1962) "Paradise" / "Slow Down Heart" (1962) Overview edit Recording edit This is the first of the small handful of pre-psychedelic era songs the group recorded (and the second one released) that had more than two members singing lead at one point. A lot of the song's lead is performed as an ensemble piece, but each member get a chance to also be heard outfront throughout the song.[3] On the song's first verse the entire group sings the lead vocal in unison harmony. Afterwards Elbridge "Al" Bryant and Paul Williams swap leads on the first half of the 2nd and 3rd verses;[1] Eddie Kendricks and Melvin Franklin swap leads on the bridge; Otis Williams gets a line near the end ("She's a doll, now hey…"). It mainly showcases the lead vocals of tenor Bryant, as his ad-libs on the choruses made him the most prominent out front, but technically (group baritone) Paul Williams could also be considered the main lead as he portrays the narrator, who's telling his friends about a beautiful unrequited love: She's the kind of girl all of my life, now. (That I'd say) I've wanted to be my wife. However….

[@thomasjimenez9960]

All of them sing lead on this this is my favorite on this album along with wonderful love .

[@georgeturner8455]

"DAMN, I really miss these guys." They gave us some wonderful history. I only play the original group still today. "2023"

[@KC______]

I reckon this is an original 45 because its noticeably slower and MUCH clearer than ANY other releases I've ever heard. That includes original mono versions of the Lp. Thank you for posting, for real!

[@bankman58]

Thanks Steve for that correction, I didn't see the difference in the meaning of "classic" and "original" in reference to the group until now. This makes it clear, thanks again!

[@411Soulman1]

I wish I bought this one back in 1962 to play on the RCA EY-3 that I had back then!

[@ericbrodsky2177]

Great track! And it's nice to hear it in its original mono version.

[@jody808]

a great B side, i wish this was on the box set

[@sandrochatlos1]

Been looking all over for this song!! Thanks for this upload!!!

[@kjchicago1]

Released April 1962 on Motown's Gordy Records Label as Gordy 7001 as the B-Side to "Dream Come True"

[@cyvicpk]

Hey- great job with giving us high quality record recordings to listen to in this day and age! Nice open sound!

[@ioxxd90]

Hey Steve, This is not the "Classic" Five, this is the "original five" El Bryant is with the original. David Ruffin is with the classic. IJS... David's first single with them is "The Way You Do The Things You Do".

[@comingout05]

Thanks for posting. I've never heard it before. It's great.

[@C5200-k1b]

TNR-vintage. Eddie is lead on this song. Great song.

[@ioxxd90]

Love it man

[@sheilaoshow]

I remember that song! LOL 😂

[@thugravity]

0:56 Al

[@jahbird9411]

One Of my favourite with A love I can see and my girl,Melvin Franklin and the lead vocalist Eddie Kendricks are just Unbelievebles!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@chariotwofilthy8374]

Gm edagdwg thanks for sharing this story of love this is about a pretty girl but is she nice pay attention to what you want looks or true love Linda j peace love is real,🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋☮️🌹🌹🌹🌹

[@victorscena4322]

This should not have been the B side. This was a big hit in my hood. Dr. Doo Wop

[@1200blockboybart]

U can hear the difference between Al and Eddie. Al is more raspy n Eddie is singing more of a clearer Falsetto.

[@sheilaoshow]

I can just hear Barry asking would you buy this song or a sandwich.

[@nicollantiago]

I would buy a sandwich.

[@garymayfield5995]

I would by both

[@1200blockboybart]

u can tell the difference between the eddie and al...Al falsetto towards the begging and the end is raspy.

[@lloydberry1157]

love it

[@johnomalley7211]

Al doesn’t falsetto

[@garymayfield5995]

I can easily tell Eddie voice from anyone

[@gtstangman96]

@John Omalley Al actually has a higher Falsetto than Eddie's. Eddie's has more raspiness as well as more controlled. I bought that album years back, Al's Falsetto is more prominent in this song.

[@much2flyy]

yeaa i like this song but this is not the classic tempts this is the original lineup with Elbridge bryant aka AL and if yu know about him he was the guy that david ruffin replaced in december of 63..but yeaa AL is on this song also singin on the chorus sayin shes a doll and other stuff if yu didnt know

[@tinamariarandez]

A bit fast and loud.. but Am moving to it!!

[@RichardKoenigsberg]

The is the most unique, original song, never duplicated. And NOTHING TO DO with doo-wop. Nothing.

[@raanangeberer1903]

Sounds like Vito and the Salutations record!

[@a1992aron]

who is on lead Al or Eddie?

[@gabrielmichaelromito4386]

a1992aron it's Al

[@a1992aron]

Gabriel Michael Romito Sounds like Al, also. Eddie's voice is not that deep. Not even on My people hold on.

[@kelvinhatcher6092]

Al and Eddie both took lead vocals on this on. Eddie is the high lead.

[@johnomalley7211]

@@gabrielmichaelromito4386 it’s Eddie Al sings she’s got it without a doubt

[@johnomalley7211]

@@a1992aron it goes Paul Al Melvin Eddie Paul then Al Otis sings she’s a natural born

[@mcpbrowne]

This is Eddie.

[@johnomalley7211]

For those wondering they all sing lead in this song (Paul Al Melvin Eddie Paul Al) Otis sings she’s a natural born doll now

[@Perk2627GP]

That does not sound like Otis. Sounds more like Eddie.

[@johnomalley7211]

@@Perk2627GP at the end

[@RichardKoenigsberg]

You recognize greatness in rock 'n' roll, Stephen, but you talk a little too much.