ARE THEY THE ORIGINAL MEMBERS OF THE GROUP? THE TEMPTATIONS - I WISH IT WOULD RAIN (REACTION)

[@denickite]

The voices, the movements, the well dreesed Temptations put on a wonderful show. Wish we had performers like this again.

[@Tessiefaye]

They could all sing and lead the songs. These are the OG's. Every group tried to be like the Temptations. I saw them preform Live in concert at the Los Angeles Forum in the late 60's. Me and my cousins Temptation Walked all the way home. They used to do a dance called the Temptation Walk in their performances, Bye the way, you mixed up Otis and Melvin. Melvin was on the left end with the deep voice. Racism was strong when they were around. They couldn't stay in the same hotels eat in the same restaurants or use the same bathrooms as the white entertainers and they could only stay in colored facilities. You should watch the Temptation movie.

[@spaceman5734]

then the ads are also so good when they just come in just at the wrong moments. Yeeeeaaahhhhh.

[@beeseewill2407]

Yes Yes Yes.These are the Temps.This is the right one. David Ruffin ,Wow. Their sound is unmistakable. David Ruffin,Eddie Kendricks,Otis Williams,Paul Williams,and Melvin Franklin who happens to be Rick James Uncle. Check out "Standing on the Top" written and performed by Rick James and all the Temptations in their reunion tour.

[@Tino44954]

Do you guys truly believe that these middle age black people don't know about the Temptations or every other legendary black musician they've supposedly never heard?? C'mon i'm younger but still me, my family and everyone I know have heard all the black legendary musicians they've reacted to.

[@barrymiller9078]

I feel the same on many of these songs.

[@lisar.6670]

@@Tino44954 .. I'm 57 and when I was growing up, all my friends were listening to Rush, Yes, Iron Maiden, Judas Priest, Metallica, AC/DC etc etc. I was already the 'black sheep' of my family, but I was also a 'black sheep' among my friends when it came to music .. Boy the razzing I got for being a huge Neil Diamond (it was all good tho!) and classic country fan. The question I have asked a few of these reactors is .. Do they continue to listen to the same music they grew up with ( just to keep up with the Jones and because that's what all their friends are listening to) or have they gone musically rogue playing a lot of the singers/groups they have reacted to? .. I never seem to get a answer.

[@rhondaharmon724]

I thank God in Heaven for letting me be born into this music. It has carried me my 65-plus years. Love the temptations and the Ruffin brothers. You guys need to listen to Jr. Walker and the Allstars sing what does it take. It will blow your mind, saxophone wonder.

[@ladycharliestallworth2280]

Yes indeed girl, you said it !!

[@jackbutler2989]

10 outta 10.. Rhonda greetings from Dublin Ireland..yeah 100% agree Jr Walker "Walk in the Night" The Supremes..Martha Reeves...The Four Tops..stand in lead singer for The Temptations to me the GOAT Dennis Edwards RIP LEGEND and Levi Stubbs and the VOICE Miss Whitney Houston what class .....sorry Rhonda don't know the time difference....stay safe ...

[@ladycharliestallworth2280]

@@jackbutler2989 I agree, but when you said Walk in the night by Jr. Walker I was taken back. I absolutely love that song and had forgotten it, thanks brother from Dublin. Oh one more thing I know we're not related my maiden name is Butler.

[@ronhunt9396]

David's brother can get down too

[@keithknox5829]

What's really crazy...watch Ruffin's footwork and the sharp jerks of his body when he hits certain notes. Masterful stuff here folks!!!

[@d.j.starling3559]

Temps are among the GOAT when it comes to 60s groups. They were always so great to hear!! Just about anything on Motown is fabulous, maybe most especially, the GOAT among girl groups -- The Supremes. Very large, very entertaining catalogue of songs. My favorite is the studio version of My World Is Empty Without You. There are also a few songs with both The Temps & The Supremes, the best being (IMHO) I'm Gonna Make You Love Me. Great stuff throughout the Motown rabbit hole. You should definitely take the plunge.

[@ladycharliestallworth2280]

And let's not forget, I'll try something new, Temps & Supremes.

[@brianherrington7226]

@@ladycharliestallworth2280 Or The Four Tops.

[@ladycharliestallworth2280]

@@brianherrington7226 You're absolutely right, The Four Tops were a great group too. Thanks for reminding us.

[@theccpisaparasite8813]

Oh yeah, once you start down that trove of Motown you may never come out.

[@garykelley8564]

The Temptations have the best choreography of any group on top of the best Harmony

[@Mtc0nqr3r]

They are the benchmark for group choreography. Since then other groups have tried their format but I think New Edition took it to another level. Try reacting to "You're Not My Kinda Girl" and you will see what I mean.

[@minniekline5408]

David, Eddie, Paul, Otis, Melvin, Originals. The've got a rabbit hole so deep you can't reach the bottom!❤

[@gregcummings2826]

David actually replaced Al Bryant who was the original lead...

[@theccpisaparasite8813]

they are a pretty special group

[@therlowfoy9738]

David Ruffin was not an original. He replaced Elbridge Bryant nearly four years after they were signed with Motown.

[@therlowfoy9738]

Not the originals. David joined 4 years after the group was created. They are considered the "Classic 5".

[@minniekline5408]

@@therlowfoy9738 Dennis Edward's came later!

[@lindamosley922]

Story time!! Years ago I went to see the Temps at a festival here where I live. The concert took place outside, but the stage was covered and protected from the weather, Black clouds started rolling in, (it was July) and just as they started this song the sky literally opened up! It was the COOLEST THING EVER! But the best part was , NOBODY left. Everyone, all colors, shapes and sizes just partied and danced in the rain. Peace love and harmonies. Never forget it!

[@ckayuha2351]

The Temps - Since I Lost My Baby needs to be on your list

[@jocelynh3708]

Yes

[@LIBRAGOD90]

indeed!

[@lovcymaribeth4081]

When I was in high school (I am 72 now), I could not wait for the next Motown release. Such class acts, dressed to the nines , and the best dance moves! There will never be another Motown!😪

[@deborahjackson6108]

Me too. Motown was it!!!

[@333Judy333]

I LOVE LOVE LOVE the Temptations. I'm in my 70s and I still remember all the lyric and can sing along. WOW! What a powerhouse group they were!

[@angelado3]

so talented- so classy !! what can I say !! Miss music like this !

[@sabrenas7895]

Love love love this so much, thx guys!! Another one of my favorites from them is JUST MY IMAGINATION 💚

[@John_Chu]

Do yourselves a favor and react to David Ruffin's "Walk Away From Love." It's an emotional storm. Genius vocals from David. One of the best soul singers who ever lived.

[@ProdigyBowlersTour]

Depending on the song, different members of the group took the lead vocals. David Ruffin also had solo hits, as did Eddie Kendricks.

[@chrisdavis7617]

Who was Edwin Star? Do you know? I have an album of his and I think he was with another group before. I'm old, can't remember all that stuff.

[@ProdigyBowlersTour]

@@chrisdavis7617 -- Edwin Starr was best known for his #1 hit "War." Here he is performing it in 2001: kzbin.info/www/bejne/raO9nHuBdrOlhNk

[@NathanAHogan]

@@ProdigyBowlersTour War was originally recorded by The Temptations, but was not released because Berry Gordy thought it would destroy their career.

[@ernesthardison3610]

In 1966 Edwin Starr sang lead for a group called the Holidays on the Golden World label which had merged with Motown Records by that time. A year later, the remaining Holidays did the backing vocals for George Clinton on "I wanna testify "​@@chrisdavis7617

[@deegomez2089]

I've seen and heard The Temptations a hundred times and my expressions still look like Shawn's every time! Such a great group 🎶🎵

[@scott1395]

I dont care how many time you hear this it always make you smile! These guys as well as many other groups from that era are timeless!!

[@jocelynh3708]

The songwriter who wrote "I Wish I Would Rain" was in an uproar of emotion. His girl broke his heart and soul and about a month before the Temptations recorded it, he was found dead. So once they got the news, they recorded it in tribute to the songwriter. Great song.

[@BradLovett]

The lyricist (Rodger Penzabene) was alive and at the recording session according to a DJ who was there. Penzabene committed suicide a week after the single's release.

[@JPMM316]

@@BradLovett This was part of a trilogy that Penzabene Co wrote about his heartbreak over his wife cheating on him. The other songs were "You're my everything" and " I could never love another ( after loving you)". This was the final song in the trilogy and as you pointed out Penzabene committed suicide shortly after its release. This was also David Ruffin's Swan song with the Temptations. He would be fired shortly after its release.

[@BradLovett]

@@JPMM316 Both of the others are great songs too. I grew up with CKLW which emphasized a lot of Motown. I never made the connection between "You're My Everything" and Penzabene's struggle.

[@JPMM316]

@@BradLovett Something occured to me as I was reading your reply. If you listen to those songs they get progressively sadder. "You're my everything" is a straight up love ballad,then "I could never love another" is him pleading with her to stay ,finally "I wish it would rain" she's gone and he's left dealing with the pain. Man Motown could be so deep sometimes.

[@BradLovett]

@@JPMM316 Wow, very true!

[@Mr54nomore]

Written by Norman Whitfield [1967] sung masterfully and beautifully by David Ruffin and the Temptations. Awesome."

[@brendanmohnacs7855]

Norman Whitfield sadly never got to see the impact of how timeless and pure his emotions were in his written lyrics, The song is based on his ex, and I believe he killed himself on New Years Eve shortly after the song was created. RIP

[@rvandoom]

It was written by a guy named Rodger Penzabene who killed himself before the song was released. It was not Norman

[@jeffwilson4693]

Those guys killed it. Class and then some. Really love the subdued dance moves.

[@happymethehappyone8300]

Unforgettable Classics,, Blue Magic "Sideshow" & "Stop To Start"

[@johnthegreek5836]

What a fricken masterpiece, how can anyone not like this song ❤️

[@GinaGeeILuvu]

This is probably my favorite Temptations song and a big reason for that is David Ruffin’s voice!! He and Eddie Kendrick were my faves! This was music passed down from my parents and I am so thankful! ❤️❤️

[@vancelubben5300]

Yes, this song is absolutely FLAWLESS!!! ❤

[@delisamarchetti5926]

Wow guys, thank you ! That was absolutely beautiful. I loved the video, great pic. There music is so special. Love love, love 60's and 70.'s Motown.

[@nabibutterfly5385]

I cried listening to this song back in the late 1968 to early 1970's. When my GF & I broke up. We eventually got back together got married and had 4 great kids. This song still brings tears to my eyes when I hear it.

[@sylviafarese8837]

We had THE BEST MUSIC back then! There are several live shows on Ed Sullivan show of the Temptations. Only Otis remains of original group. We have to mention Richard Street, Elbridge ‘Al’ Bryant and for sure Dennis Edwards!!!

[@dsusan17]

Thank you for reacting to this wonderful song by the LEGENDS The Temptations.

[@dawnmanzetti1633]

Love them. Great voices and dazzling dance moves 🎶❤️

[@thomaswest7746]

I was fortunate enough to grow up in this era, along with other music I have come to appreciate all with Instruments an musicians

[@CarlaThomas-u6j]

Original members indeed!! For sure!! They had the total package 🎵🎶🔥❤️

[@carlosr2x2]

David Ruffin was so talented...soulfull...just grabs your heart with his voice...too bad he had so many issues. May as well check out the Four Tops. Wonderful also.

[@TheMrBlackCrow]

This is my most wonderful all time favorite of all songs.

[@rickeyjohnson4701]

This is a timeless classic song that will be great for all time and I'm grateful to have the chance to see them I know I have been here cause of a relationship

[@lanamanchester1319]

My kids who r in their thirties ABSOLUTELY LOVE the Temptations & my hubby who is a HUGE fan would play his Temptations greatest hits when my kids were in elementary school b/c both my sons knew every word to every song. I love that their generation can appreciate wonderful music when they hear it now they are playing for my granddaughters, its literally the "circle of life". I enjoy ALL ya'll reactions please keep them coming Thanks

[@tsonofjohnson489]

Every time i hear this song i am back in 1967's... With All my peoples! Priceless and the memories! thank you.

[@nancyking7093]

I grew up in this era and remember when these songs first came out. Temptations were always instantly recognizable. Looking at the videos, listening, seeing them dance; notice every one is dapper, dressed in suits, slim, on point.

[@jennhen2675]

Every time I hear this song I crank up the volume and sing at the top of my voice. Well, I make a joyful noise...lol

[@rosyv9436]

Beautiful songs back then This singers back then head TALENT!!!!!!!

[@debbieseymore481]

Thank you for playing this song. I have asked a few times. One of there best. My girl is one of there biggest hits.

[@stephengianopolus1359]

They were the masters of precision

[@steve-eq8kx]

David Ruffin's voice was such a huge part of my youth! I am crying writing this.

[@happymethehappyone8300]

The Stylistics "Heavy Fallin' Out"..Classic.

[@cdfdesantis699]

Where did all this soul go? Every song The Temptations ever sang was pure magic.

[@happymethehappyone8300]

What A Truly Beautiful & Soulful Voice,, Rose Royce "I'm Going Down"..A MUST HEAR..TRUTH!!

[@lnbarnes917]

They were just magnificent performers !

[@happymethehappyone8300]

A Must Hear Soul Classic,, The Dramatics "Whatcha See Is Whatcha Get"

[@nickfiorenza5930]

The great TEMPTATIONS, you are listening to just one of greatest, soul groups of the day. Remember listening to this on the old TRANSISTER RADIO'S, LOL. Does anyone remember the old transistor radios? Gosh, what a great trip back in time. Thank you both!!!

[@pamelabryer9744]

David Ruffin...the VOICE🤓🎙❤❤❤

[@edgarsnake2857]

Fantastic song and performance...AND reaction.

[@geekhan559]

the soul section of gods rock and roll heaven

[@donaldleider7382]

Grew up in the sixties and seventies listening to some of the best performers and groups ever to walk the face of the earth! All the music your reacting to just proves that excellence was the norm! We were spoiled, glad your enjoying it!

[@knightnurse432]

My favorite song of all time, by the Temptations. I've said it before, and I will say it again, our generation had the best music EVER!

[@mikmaqwoman]

Wow..the Temptation were absolutely amazing.. Good memories and a great reaction

[@cuttnhorse2013]

I’m white,67 and listen to these guys so much, the four tops, etc. cruising in 34 ford street rod, on a 8 track! They still take over today, no music can run with them today! Love it!

[@kimsimpson5744]

🍷🍷the reaction bring tears to my eyes.

[@tkparrish31]

The suits, the dance routines were awesome. The voices of David, Eddie and Paul were amazing. The best. That candelabra like microphone thingy was created by David Ruffian.

[@markliebermann7147]

David Ruffin,,led singer,,Fantastic,,RIP David

[@cdelane3335]

Absolutely love this song! Classic!

[@jeanostrom4860]

There has never been another group like the Temptatiosn!

[@johnlillis1161]

Mel & Shawn give these Temptations songs a listen Just My Imagination or Please Return Your Love To Me or Runaway Child Running Wild all GREAT GREAT GREAT SONGS thanks

[@jameswhite7139]

Love this song so much. So much feeling.

[@barbarapetitfils5017]

Love, love, love the Temptations. love ya'll too.

[@TheBlack-my5yf]

This song is more real than just a love song. The songwriter, Roger Penzabene, knew his wife was cheating on him, and it inspired him to write "I Wish it Would Rain," and also the Temptations' song "I Could Never Love Another (After Loving You)." Just before "I Wish it Would Rain" was released Penzabene committed suicide.

[@arnoldwolfson325]

You both make me smile every day! Lived and loved with all of this great music. Glad you love it all. \

[@garenmcvay2695]

The music, with no expiration date. It will out live us all!

[@757optim]

This is the lineup. Listened to both sides of The Temptations Greatest Hits SO many times back in the day. Memories.

[@cathykent8866]

I was born in this era, which was one of my favorite songs. I'm a 60s and beyond baby. I miss the music

[@kirkfitzgerald1439]

Love the Temptations!!! I remember listening to my dad’s 8 track tapes of them! David Ruffin was SO INCREDIBLE!

[@ronaldcross8369]

when I was fifteen, my first love, I had to play this song... let it rain , because I couldn't stop the tear drops, lol

[@patrickwellington4214]

Classic ballad by the greatest R& B /soul group of all time.They are the template by which all r& b groups are measured.Allow me to recommend some other Temptation songs for you to listen to : It's Growing, Since I Lost My Baby,Beauty Is Only Skin Deep, You'll Lose A Precious Love,Ain't Too Proud To Beg,Don't Look Back, Born To Love You, You're My Everything,Please Return Your Love To Me, The Girl's Alright with Me, Just My Imagination,I'm The Exception To The Rule,I,m Gonna Make You Love Me.These are but a few songs by the greatest r&b group of all time.Trust me,you will not be disappointed.

[@craigwest8386]

Pure talent. Timeless.

[@rictodd2343]

These ol' R&B & motown songs just give me chills everytime I hear 'em!! They never get old!!

[@sherriscook3674]

One of my favs from the Marvelous Temptations!!!!

[@suedyment511]

Most definitely the Original TEMPTATIONS Great Music., Love the Temptations ♥️

[@videocat1366]

"The Way You Do the Things You Do" by the Temptations is another good one.

[@juanitamansfield2428]

My absolute favorite of the Temptations, they have sooo many hits, David R best voice.

[@truby8403]

one of my very favorite Temptations songs!!

[@jjsteel43]

I love when you both react to musicians from the 60's, 70's and 80's

[@His-Story-Tales]

Greatest voice of all time. Voice sounds like he have a built in reverb

[@janicebowman7835]

I loved this song! Brought back many memories. Thanks

[@lindawhite5006]

The entertainers of this Era were the best! They were raw talent and entertaining to watch!!!

[@larryhalbrook6874]

My favorite Temptations song.

[@williamsummerson1204]

I really enjoyed the reaction alot. this is one of the most beautiful and powerful songs ever recorded. It get's you in the feels. 😪💙

[@dsusan17]

This is one of my husband's favorite songs! The great legends! The Temptations!

[@billofalltrades2633]

I'm loving the oldies tonight! Thank you !

[@matthewdooley7855]

Such an amazing song, by maybe the best musical group EVER. How many songs today bring this energy? He loves a woman so much he has a hard time going outside. The voices are great, the musicianship supporting them is also amazing. For the opposite idea, check out ELO's "Mr. Blue Sky".

[@davidmazon7516]

Raindrops will hide my teardrops. I love that line

[@robertakline9785]

We can thank The Funk Brothers for all of these wonderful songs performed by legendary singers.

[@alberttitus4909]

I love that you're reacting to the Temptations. Please react to "Just my imagination", "Get ready" and "Ain't too proud to beg". All by the Temptations

[@victorcarrasco3040]

Growing up in the 60's and 70's as kid of a musical family of all genres of music I grew up listening to a lot of songs you two love birds have reacted to makes me feel good. I mean these songs continued to play for years after they came out. I'm from San Diego CA and born and raised of Mexican decent and lived the Lowrider culture these tunes were heard throughout each and every year to adulthood, every generation of the family tree till this day my great great nephews and nieces here and now know these songs for they are timeless. And even songs from the 50's down to the 30's are known by all of the generations of my family and relatives; we just call them Oldies but Goodies or just Oldies. Great music. I enjoy your show. I'm trying to catch up and click on to every reaction you both have posted. I'm new to all this modern technology for I've been away for many many years. Decades. Until recently I was just using a flip phone 😳 and I've been trippin' all the ish on these smart phones but I love music and comedy and you two love birds are one of three other pairs of love birds I click on to. Thank you so much, I am a subscriber and give your clips a thumbs up before you even start. May you both continue to keep on keeping on, I appreciate you guys. God bless 🙏 and keep you blessed 🙏 Sincerely, your Mexican Soul Brother, Vic ✌️😎🎶🙏💯❣️ And always, for Mel 🌹

[@malinhead322]

Great song....thanks for the video 👍 Original members David Ruffin, Paul Williams, Melvin Franklin, Otis Williams and Eddie Kendricks.

[@AmericanBornGrappler]

These guys are the original Singers, and still the best!!!! 🙏🏻🇺🇸

[@waltw4537]

More LIVE music! You guys are hitting the note!! No one like David. I'm with ya, Shawn! Now, say you are 15 years old.. and your hearing this music ..and then you knew about "soul!"! And we were in a drum corps so we were into "sharp!" like these moves the Temps were doing! Thank you!

[@happymethehappyone8300]

I Dedicate This Classic To Shawn & Mel,, A Song/Story Of A Love Like No Other,, Jimmie Rodgers "Kisses Sweeter Than Wine" 💋🍷💋

[@kathyrizzi8754]

Back to the 60’s tonight!👍👏👏👏💙♥️ 🥰🌺

[@tomrockwood851]

This has got to be one of their best. It just grooves so well!!! Thanks.

[@Lolo-zs2eo]

Yes, these are the originals. This is a deep rabbit hole. I have so my favorites "Just My Imagination" or "My Girl". The list goes on.

[@Spazzmatazzz]

They were HUGE back in the day!

[@robrobertson4619]

Great choice! I’ve always loved this song and the old video too👍

[@nataliesmythe7643]

I just love y'alls reaction. Welcome to my teenage years.

[@karenlong5616]

One of my favorite Temptation songs although there are so many. This is such an emotional song that I couldn't play it when my young grandson was here because he would cry every time. Dive in deep, guys. You won't be disappointed.