The Temptations "I Can't Get Next To You" on The Ed Sullivan Show

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[@Meezy06]

Eddie Kendricks. Mann nobody can sing as good as him. Dennis for leadership, Paul Williams for swag, Melvin for his bass power, Otis for keeping it together.

[@adriennerobinson1180]

Truth Indeed

[@blankblank5524]

Perfectly said!Eddie singing ‘Just My Imagination’ is still one of my favourites!

[@DJaySplitSecond]

Lol and that exactly why the woman were mesmerized by Eddie’s voice

[@karencruz320]

Temptations fan forever♥️ Good singing… Miss them!

[@Leon-zu1wp]

You forgot the voice of the group. David Ruffin.

[@kagemaru259]

The Temptations are easily the greatest vocal group in music history.

[@nomasknoway9903]

Yeah, because the Supremes totally sucked.

[@June_Magoo]

im probably gonna get hate for this but honestly i think that title belongs to the beach boys

[@joekotofskyBush_Pilot]

One of the greatest during their time.

[@kamscott4201]

@@June_Magoo lol cmon

[@June_Magoo]

@Jerry D. Metz never heard of them. Thanks for the tip

[@PGar58]

More proof Ed Sullivan should be in the Rock Hall of Fame. He used his show as a platform to showcase the most popular artists of the day who made his show relevant to the end. And as you can see in this post he genuinely liked most of the artists that appeared on the show. BTW the video quality for something 52 years old is incredible.

[@handsomeX]

He's not?? I just assumed that he already was! Wow!

[@wanderlustly313]

Pete Garofalo Sorry, but hard No. He should be in because he had a platform is lame. Him being a fan as a HOF credential is even more absurd.

[@williamfeilhauer2667]

Ed Sullivan didn't have a racist bone in his body. From the start he showcased people of color. Rip Mr Sullivan.

[@Masterfloe]

If Dick Clark and Don Cornelius are in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame (and they are), so should Ed Sullivan.

[@kodakem7]

I had no idea he wasn't...a doggone shame! 😢

[@stephentubbs1624]

Ed Sullivan was always respectful, and showcased a broad range of talent, on his show. Thank you, Ed Sullivan!

[@laminage]

From 8:00 to 9:00 PM no matter what you did or what your background was he bought folks together as families and friends. to this day nobody can do that.

[@sofumba]

@@laminage Bill Cosby did too!!

[@LordKenebutch]

Put's those boy bands of the 90's-2000's to shame. The greatest vocal group ever.

[@kamscott4201]

They all look tall . Paul's swag was tight . He danced with ease man. My favorite temptation

[@LalaLamazingGrace]

Was he drunk here?

[@niklay33]

​@@LalaLamazingGraceAsk your mother.She knows.......

[@mekosmotivationalmessages]

Eddie seemed like such a gentle soul. He ALWAYS flashed that beautiful smile❤️

[@adriennerobinson1180]

Oh Yes he was RIH Eddie Kendricks

[@klesure08]

He once locked himself in a room for accidentally running over a squirrel his wife said. He was very sensitive and most real artists are.

[@danielrader7985]

He died by lung cancer

[@Miss_Loving]

Dennis was only around 26 on this performance yet his voice was so deep, mature and powerful.

[@robertday3817]

26 is supposed to be a grown man. At least until Obama came along.

[@matrox]

@@robertday3817 Exactly! Now being 26 can mean who knows what.🤣

[@stuartperry8141]

My voice changed around 13 I am the youngest of four boys by the time I was 15 my voice was the deepest of the four though the oldest were 21 and 20

[@IlaE.Williams-LaBelleZ]

Fine, fine, singing from one of the finest motown acts❤❤❤😊😊

[@DavidRichardson95]

50 years later and it is _still_ relevant. RIP Paul Williams RIP Melvin Franklin RIP Dennis Edwards RIP Eddie Kendricks

[@ceejay1794]

David Richardson ❤️

[@anthonyjenkins2327]

RIP David Ruffin

[@jonathanclary3992]

Actually It's Kendrick By The 1980's Eddie Dropped The S In His Last Name From Kendricks To Kendrick When He Teamed Up David Ruffin To Create The Album Ruffin,Kendrick later on Ruffin,Kendrick,Edwards when Dennis Edwards joined them.

[@chrischampagne4307]

Ruff lines his crack

[@DVPerry220]

@@jonathanclary3992 Actually, when Eddie left Motown he didn't realize that he somehow SIGNED AWAY the legal rights to his own name. He found out that MOTOWN owned his very own name. 🤯 Berry Gordy was one unforgiving legal mastermind.

[@kendrag7219]

With Eddie’s beautiful falsetto & smile Paul’s smooth dancing, Melvins bass, Edwards strong voice and Otis keeping the pieces together, they are all beautifully talented ❤ crazy talent

[@davidkarr4632]

Every single one of the Temptations has a great voice and could be a lead vocal in a band..They always get me into a better place. So talented.

[@Saintsfanalways]

Na, that line Otis did was awful. That dude is not being a lead singer anywhere.

[@ez8546]

Dear God, when I die and you assign me to the choir of angels, PLEASE give me the voice of Dennis Edwards.

[@thebootielover]

Yes, Dennis will take us to church. I wish he had done a Gospel album. He reminds me of my late Uncle Pastor OC Johnson in Houston looks and songs.

[@savinggrace9844]

😂😂

[@basilmarasco1975]

Excellent choice. Dennis had the same kind of impassioned growl in his voice that Teddy Pendergrass had. I'm glad that Dennis had a little more longevity than the other Temps.

[@williammitchell1804]

I would settle for being that handsome, before I die. lol

[@JJDPROMEDIAPRODUCTION]

The Dennis Edwards era started off with a bang. Hit after hit after hit..

[@anthonyo455]

Facts, although they never reached the heights of the David Ruffin era.

[@JJDPROMEDIAPRODUCTION]

@@anthonyo455 Well, they actually wswent higher in the Edwards era. They won their first grammy ( Cloud Nine) and biggest selling record and second Grammy Papa was a Rolling Stone..

[@anthonyo455]

@@JJDPROMEDIAPRODUCTION True, but the Temps most memorable songs are 80% in the David Ruffin era IMO. Literally their 3 most iconic songs are probably: My girl, just my imagination, and Ain’t too proud to beg . Matter of fact I would Argue those are probably three of the best songs ever made period. To me this is what made them legendary. But with that said I did love what they did with Edwards too. They switched their style up to more of a psychedelic soul sound and this was hot at that time, maybe they contributed to the sales. But Papa Was a Rollin’ Stone was my jam!

[@adriennerobinson1180]

Oh Yes

[@folddpd1]

Give credit to Norman Whitfield

[@michaelb2068]

I love how Otis gets one small part of the song

[@BruceWayne-pk5dk]

These gentlemen set the bar so high vocally, style wise, and choreography that they were a template for a lot of bands that came after.

[@chaumari]

The greatest group ever! Debonair, handsome, tall, can dance their a** off and they all can sing lead.

[@basilmarasco1975]

An amazing collection of voices and vocal talent. And I hate to say it, but Dennis Edwards might have been even better than David Ruffin.

[@chrischampagne4307]

Ruff........ I am the group

[@jrsmith1998]

@@chrischampagne4307 Ruff was a bad boy! But he was better with the group than he was solo. He should have did a solo album and stayed in the group.

[@skepchica]

They definitely all could NOT sing lead. Did you hear Otis?? 😩

[@jrsmith1998]

@@skepchica Exactly. There was nothing special about Otis. He was the only one in the group that had NOTHING unique about his voice.

[@ThePizzaPoPo]

I love how this clip included Ed talking with the guys. I’m so blessed we have KZbin 😭😭🙌🏽.

[@ElsaBorzoi]

Word!

[@otisroseboro2837]

Yes

[@stephenlee3495]

The great Eddie Kendricks! There is none better.

[@jonathanclary3992]

You've Got David Ruffin, Dennis Edwards, and Paul Williams.

[@michaelb2068]

@@jonathanclary3992 true but no one has a smooth baby voice like eddy

[@sheiladavis6523]

Stephen Lee Have you ever took the time to listen to other male singers who had or have a great falsetto range ? Such Ron Banks of The Dramatics , Phillip Bailey of E.W.F , Freddie Mercury. Tony Washington of The Dynamic Superiors. Harry Ray of The Moments - Frankie Valli of The Four Seasons , Barry Gibbs of the Bee Gees & my Ace Jackie Wilson those are some that comes to my mind .Yes Eddie Kendrick was one of the best all time male singers . I had been told where you think that someone is better there is always someone else that is Greater Have a safe & enjoyable 🎄- December 11,2020

[@sheiladavis6523]

@@michaelb2068 Yes Eddie with that smooth baby voice but Ole Smokey Robinson gives Eddie K a run for his money ☺Take Care 12- 11-20

[@kelvinallen3813]

He was soooo FINE & an amazing talent - living forever in our hearts

[@denisecaringer4726]

The music never gets old, does it?

[@malcolmi]

At 2024, nope! Still makes my skin crawl!

[@EricaColbert]

Not at all! 7/2024

[@chadtaylor3292]

Loved Dennis, but David was the best, not just of the group. But all time. Never will there be another voice like his.

[@InnerCityRocker]

MAN... The SWEETNESS Of EDDIE FLIPPIN' KENDRICKS' VOICE! And The RASPY SOULFUL VOICE FULL OF THAT POWERFUL AGONY Of DENNIS EDWARDS!!!

[@HustleLifee]

1:30 So majestic! 😂 At least he tried. 🤣 Props to Eddie Holding it together cause it looked like he was about to bust out laughing after Otis did his line 😂😂

[@robinalecia7554]

Dennis filled in justly lovely for David Ruffin .No easy feat

[@barrys4922]

He deserved some kind of award for being able to fill in for David so seamlessly.

[@kathyroper3424]

Loved Dennis

[@JACKBOIDAVE305]

& TOOK THEM TO ANOTHER LEVEL TO

[@johnwade7963]

Dennis fit better for the 70s.

[@jrsmith1998]

David could sing anything Dennis could sing…. But Dennis could NOT Sing anything David could. Don’t believe me…. just look up Dennis singing lead on any David song.

[@dueroden]

Paul Williams had such a powerful voice.

[@anthonysanchez9280]

Dennis Edwards took him to the next level what a great voice

[@s.f.rushing6724]

I watch this so many times, just to hear Paul speak at the end...a true fan. He's my favorite.

[@chariotwofilthy8374]

Hi edagdwg thanks You Tube for sharing this story of what happens when you really want someone you can't have just because you want that special someone only God can give you that gift of true love Linda j peace ❤️💯🦋☮️☮️☮️☮️☮️ linda j

[@lindabaldwin3261]

Paul Williams in Mine favorite to. To fine as good wine..

[@lindabaldwin3261]

These are some very fine good looking black men. You can not find them today looking like this. Very powerful...

[@kamscott4201]

Paul my favorite too. Who do you think was taller tho? Paul or blue ? I say Paul

[@Phillyate]

I was smiling all the way thru their performance. Absolutely fantastic group!

[@laneakastipe1273]

So perfect 😭

[@soulfulman1971]

Like Eddie Kendricks? LOL

[@notmebutyou8350]

Me, too! 🙂

[@shadowsgathered6878]

Me too, and you can't help but smile the whole time! It's the same way when I watch Earth, Wind & Fire doing September or The Commodores with Brick House. The music is SO upbeat & the groups look like they're having such a great time - I just have a silly grin on my face during every video.

[@jonathanclary3992]

RIP David Ruffin (1941-1991) RIP Eddie Kendrick (1939-1992) RIP Dennis Edwards (1943-2018) RIP Paul Williams (1939-1973) And RIP Melvin Franklin (1942-1995)

[@johnomalley7211]

RIP Al Bryant (1939-1975)

[@michaelb2068]

U forgot Richard street

[@johnomalley7211]

Michael B he wasn’t part of any of the Temptations from 1961-71 which were there best years

[@jonathanclary3992]

@Supreme 12860 he's still alive.

[@jonathanclary3992]

@@michaelb2068 I'm only interested in the Classic Five not the replacements

[@dexterdogg]

No lip sync like Soul Train this was live! These guys were incredibly talented!

[@June_Magoo]

They absolutely NAIL it every single time live almost better than any group ive ever seen. Beyond incredibly talented; I'd say just about perfection.

[@mr.d.572]

I can tell immediately that this was not lip synced. Sometimes it's hard to tell

[@ptoyman]

That’s a live band as well!

[@tylerburt9352]

Knowing that your the last member of the amazing group to came out of Motown. I know the rest of the band is looking down and smiling cause Otis is still out there singing and keeping the band and the memories alive.

[@stevewilkosotherchair7192]

Yes that is very true

[@deborahpinkey1264]

That is so ironic! I can't get the line from the movie "Ain't nobody comin to see you, Otis" out of my mind now!

[@stormhawk3319]

Greatest singing group EVER. And it’s greatest singer, David Ruffin isn’t even performing here having left.

[@b_uppy]

Love their harmony but each voice alone is a delight. Great group.

[@floydforever1960]

For the love of god.....this is one of the truly greatest songs of all time.

[@alchemicalsoul]

When I'm struggling to understand my existence on this planet, I come study this union of powerful talent from the singers, to the producers, and musicians. I'm soothed immediately and the struggle seems a little less difficult.

[@williamtippins3651]

I agree Sir. It almost seems , literally, miraculous .....

[@retireorbust]

Music is balm to my weary soul. I like it all. I can listen to some opera, classical, pop, r&b, rock, blues, a little rap, acapella, instrumental, jazz, folk and country. At the end of it all I always seem to end on gospel, old hymns, and praise and worship music. Musical creation is the ability to hear nature praising it's creator. The best musicians truly are inspired.

[@jamilbelle]

This footage is phenomenal and legendary. You can actually see Paul stumbling through his performance and the band covering up for him!

[@kamscott4201]

He wasn't tho. Paul didn't start having major issues until 1970 late 1970 with sickle cell.

[@itz.mootaa]

@@kamscott4201 but he was still an alcoholic and he had a major drinking problem that’s why he was stumbling like that

[@kamscott4201]

@@itz.mootaa but he wasn't stumbling . Not once here at all. And he wasn't an alcoholic just cause . He used it to numb his pain from sickle cell.. Paul didn't stumble on live performances. And it didn't start to show until 1970 & this is 1969 . & it's them singing live. He would sweat alot . Look up "let it be" by the temptations. You can see Paul sweating alot. And his face is fat because he was on meds and the sickle cell was getting to him. It's noted he never performed drunk that's one part of the temptations movie they lied about all facts

[@DVPerry220]

@@kamscott4201 The drinking problem worsened Paul's Sickle Cell disease ~ even if he was sober while he performed. 😔

[@kamscott4201]

@@DVPerry220 I agree but while it worsened he use alcohol to numb his pain. This video is 1969 Paul wasn't heavily drinking here & Otis said it wasn't until late 1970 he started to drink alot more & it made his sickle cell worsen

[@wingchundragon]

5 black kings right there!!

[@bobpierce115]

Fantastic all around. LOVE the Temps---then and now. Aren't they GREAT?!

[@ff24wtvfd]

This by far was my favorite version of this group. Voices were so powerful.

[@lawrenceklein3524]

A true Super-Group! Their music will never go out of style! These guys are great!

[@auntfloyd9408]

The Temptations ruled Motown in the day! Soul of music.

[@Himlee335]

Everything about this song is flawless…

[@mentalcog2187]

Woke up this morning with Pappa Was a Rolling Stone and two hours later,... ... I'm still looking for and listening to The TEMPTATIONS!!! Oh the memories!! Love the Music these guys made. Always have. Always will.

[@GarwinWayne]

0:29 to 0:41 Paul is so damn smooth. He breathed rhythm RIP

[@ChaquataThomas]

Yes....and the guy who played him in the movie just brought him back to life....💯 Dope

[@Chinyjackson89]

@@ChaquataThomas facts

[@chrischampagne4307]

Al punch him in mouth

[@Taelathegazadiva]

@@chrischampagne4307 if you can say some stupid shit tell it right al hit him in the face with a bottle not punched him inna mouth😭...

[@GarwinWayne]

@@chrischampagne4307 No he didn't POS, he hit him with a bottle and that's why I hate him

[@peterdefabio9470]

Just pure perfection.

[@timgutierrez2211]

Incredible. 5 lead singers. These guys we always one of my favorites no matter what decade it was or is.

[@stuartperry8141]

Me and my three brothers had this 45 in our apartment, so of course we sang this all the time with my two middle brothers singing most of the song, me the baby of the family just doing mop up work. I was no Michael Jackson. 2:58

[@amandarobles6847]

I'm 35 and my favorite song. My mom bought me tickets for my 21 birthday. Otis was the only one still alive but I cried like a baby. Love this group.

[@hnc52]

Dennis Edwards tore it up.

[@sjk6101983]

My dad remembers seeing them in Germany when he was in the Army! It was one of the best concerts he ever went to!

[@wildnites558]

I believe it was in Germany that they found or discovered Dennis Edwards singing with another band right around the time David Ruffin was fired. After hearing Dennis's powerful voice, it was pretty much a no-brainer to have him replace Ruffin as the main lead singer.

[@GoldenLady1007]

My favorite song by The Temptations. Showcased all of their voices. They were supremely talented. ✨️😊💛

[@richardjohnson1261]

I like a lot of the Tempts songs, this song is my favorite. I had the privilege of seeing the Temptations perform many years ago. It was an outdoor concert and just as they came on stage, the sky opened up. And not a little; a torrential downpour. The audience that stayed was getting pummeled, but the show went on. As bad as we were getting it, Otis, Melvin, Richard, Dennis and Ron got it worse. But they did the show, non-stop, and ended with "Can't get Next to You". Great performers, huge talents, and total Pro's.

[@mr.d.572]

I actually sort of discovered this song from the version by Annie Lennox. Now I love this song and it's good to hear the original.

[@Playbyplaymedia]

Great clip that illustrates The Tempts' ensemble capabilities, informing us of the solo lines of every vocalist. Glad to see that Paul Williams got to be the spokesperson for the group.

[@foad4067]

My all time favorite Motown groups Handsome men Too many passed way too young

[@gucciysl]

With their 6’ ft height. They epitomize the Tall, Dark and Handsome.

[@TheDavorahgusta]

Yes 6'ft and over! I was amazed. Very sexy.

[@dinetheitgirlstephen7774]

Yes all members over 6 feet. Awesome!

[@kamscott4201]

@@TheDavorahgusta do you think Paul is taller than blue? Or are they the same height? I say Paul is taller by a inch . Looks like blue the shorter temptation. Just wanna know what you think

[@kamscott4201]

@@dinetheitgirlstephen7774 who you think was taller , Paul or blue? I say Paul by an inch . What do you think

[@swantise]

So true!!!

[@thinkbeforyouvote]

A massive trove of digitally restored clips from “The Ed Sullivan Show” will arrive online during the next three years, reviving more than 10,000 long-buried performances and guest appearances from the iconic variety show. The global streaming project launches today with seven clips on KZbin and other platforms - a Motown-dominated batch of videos that includes performances by Diana Ross & the Supremes, Marvin Gaye, the Jackson 5 and Temptations and Gladys Knight & the Pips. They’re the tip of a cultural iceberg contained in the “Ed Sullivan Show” archives: The Sunday night program ran from 1948 through 1971 on CBS, piping the rock ‘ n’ roll revolution, Hollywood glitz and Detroit’s Motown sparkle into American living rooms alongside Broadway, opera, vaudeville, comedy and novelty acts.

[@ceejay1794]

😎🥳🥰👏👏👏👏👏👏❤️ soundtrack of my youth

[@thegreatbamboozler4837]

I would love for some channel to being back reruns of Ed Sullivan.

[@rolandmarkland6844]

MeTV shows the Ed Sullivan show reruns.

[@ZillaDaKilla195]

David Ruffin was an incredible singer. If only he was a better human being.

[@LalaLamazingGrace]

That’s not David

[@ZillaDaKilla195]

@@LalaLamazingGrace I know that.

[@feliciajenkins5041]

Dennis Edwards was just soo very handsome and talented. All these brothas were.

[@readynow12345]

The best group to come out of motown by far.

[@dionbrooks4981]

Jackson 5 was no jokes either

[@charlesoliva8174]

Seeing this clip and knowing what happened to Paul several years later just breaks my heart. He was immensely talented but his health failed him - I understand he was suffering from Sickle Cell Anemia when he died.

[@itz.mootaa]

is that what caused him to do what he did, i thought it was because of how sick he was and he couldn’t take it and did what he did ?

[@michaelhooper810]

He really didn't deserve what happened to him Charles, such a beautiful consummate performer.

[@sheiladaly1507]

Truly the best - Love listening to this song! Melvin had the most endearing smile - and no one can hold a candle to them at least for me. RIP Melvin, Eddie, Paul, David & Dennis.

[@jaylene.turner6524]

Last surviving founding member Otis Williams (Second Tenor/Baritone) Founding member Melvin Franklin (Bass) Founding member Eddie Kendricks (First Tenor/Falsetto) Founding member Paul Williams (Baritone) Dennis Edwards (Tenor) (Replaced David Ruffin in 1968) This song came out in 1969 and it was their second number one pop hit.

[@deenell9039]

The Temptations lost a lot of fans when David Ruffin got fired. What's weird is, they didnt have real success until Dennis Edwards replaced him.

[@jaylene.turner6524]

Dee Nell They had more hits and won Grammy awards with Dennis.

[@1kingzeus]

Jaylen E. Turner David and Eddie were their sound the Temps without David began copying other acts in regards to rhythm, singing and arrangement

[@jaylene.turner6524]

Quinn Carger True. But the others could sing as well. It took five Temptations to make the hits.

[@jonathanclary3992]

@@deenell9039 Technically David chose to leave the Temptations and asked Dennis Edwards to fill in the Spotlight on Stage for him. Unfortunately same year as Edwards joined the Group David jumped up on Stage when Dennis was getting ready to sing my girl and took the mic out his hand then he jumped off Stage into the crowds he did for a number of Temptations shows until he begged Otis Williams to give him another chance after thinking it over he gave Ruffin one last shot. He was to Arrive in Gaithersburg Maryland for his come back show unfortunately Ruffin didn't show until the crowds lefted. Then Otis decided to keep Dennis and let David go.

[@patriciaayers4648]

Nonody can outshined The Temptations ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤😂😂😂😂😂😂🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉

[@keesh9886]

Thank you. I want to see the one when they perform Don't look back as well. This was amazing. I absolutely love The Temptations ♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️

[@thefaceofthecentury]

Gorgeous men, insane talent. Temps forever 💜

[@rioboy13]

I love Dennis Edward's SUPER MASCULINE voice. AWESOME!!!!

[@flyboyzz46]

Eddie the best An young Eddie Nobody comes close Tempts were never the same after Eddie left

[@EricaColbert]

Eddie was FIRE!❤‍🔥❤‍🔥❤‍🔥

[@flyboyzz46]

@@EricaColbert not true Eddie left After Paul got replaced Eddie say the money is funny Another reason why he left David got put out Not Eddie

[@EricaColbert]

@@flyboyzz46 Your response doesn't make sense. I didn't say he was "FIRED" I say he was FIRE - meaning Awesome!

[@melodysanger103]

August 16, 1969 - 51 Years Ago Today: The Temptations debuted at No. 84 on the Billboard Hot 100 Chart with their single, "I Can't Get Next To You." The Barrett Strong/Norman Whitfield-penned single became an enormous hit for the Motown supergroup beginning a 2-week run at No. 1 on October 18, 1969. The single also enjoyed a 5-week run at No. 1 on the Billboard R&B Chart and was certified Platinum for sales exceeding two million copies. [08/16/2020]

[@chrischampagne4307]

U ca nt

[@adriennerobinson1180]

OH YES IT WAS HUGE HIT,AND RIGHTFULLY SO

[@lenleo1991]

The temps are the most vocal group in the world I am 73 yrs young but still love my temps music the best ever to come out of motown no disrespect to the other motown artists who are fabulous but my heart is with and will always be with the temps xxxxxxx

[@calliemaestone3014]

The TEMPING TEMPTATION was the group of all times and generations. They were a Group on top of the World. With singing and dancing their way into our lives and on our TELEVISION Screens.

[@bhodges00]

What an awesome group. Never get tired of Motown.

[@wayneb2160]

The orchestra was smokin

[@nbm8758]

NOW THIS IS TALENT!!!!

[@michaelcummingsherrera1232]

I was officially discharged from the Army and Vietnam on 26 August 1969. Even though I was back, my mind was still over there. This song was released soon after my return. I thought about the soul brothers still serving over there and how this song must've knocked their socks off every time they heard it.

[@bluetheory2]

Paul is so smooth

[@robinjackson8554]

Incredibly gifted and talented, individually, they were a force to be reckoned with. They each gave their individual gifts to the group. I adored Paul Williams because he sang with his heart and soul and provided the phenomenal dance steps. How I miss the glory days of great vocal groups!

[@Sysmusix]

I’m so grateful to be able to see them perform even though it’s a video! Wow The talent!!

[@darkfeather6857]

I almost wish in some ways we could turn back the hands of time! God I wish our music would go back to this! Good, beautiful singing and dancing with class and style. Rap has infested and corroded almost all the beauty out of mainstream R&B. So much of our music is vulgar, unoriginal and ugly sounding crap.

[@thefaceofthecentury]

I couldn't agree more. Amen!

[@chrischampagne4307]

Except Zeppelin

[@waskyhenry3132]

Dark Feather, I can't believe that happened. Just totally destroyed beautiful 🎶 music culture.

[@Gizzy411]

I mean Dennis Edwards could’ve turned back the hands of time :-/

[@adriennerobinson1180]

TRUTH INDEED UGH

[@needahandle]

One of my favs from the Temps. Great looking men full of talent. Love it

[@bridgettemcdaniels2233]

This is great. What iconic performances. Nostalgia to the highest degree!! All thumbs up !!

[@dianeweekes7759]

Ed Sullivan was an awesome man his soul went right to heaven he gave so many black musicians a chance to show their amazing talent

[@bernieflood589]

they're all so handsome especially Dennis-no wonder Aretha was so crazy bout him

[@thebootielover]

I want him too. lol

[@HoneyHoneyBaby]

Yes ☺️ He had The Queen 👑👸🏽 daydreaming 😁💖😍💞‼️

[@brooksparks]

It's Otis for me 😍

[@sheiladavis6523]

@@HoneyHoneyBaby Well put & yes Dennis did have Aretha Day Dreaming sounds like to me he knock Aretha off her feet 😊 December 12,2020

[@chrischampagne4307]

Whatever you say Otis

[@cliffordhauenstein7425]

More "Motown Magic"...we'll never see anything like it again in our lifetime!!! How lucky we were to grow up listening to The Motown Family!!!

[@theronedawson3236]

I remember my mother would play this record. Oh how we would dance to this song. Thanks for those memories mom. I still miss you.

[@thpxs0554]

Dennis was a perfect replacement for David. He looked good, sang great. Great stage presence. I’m not saying he was better, but someone had to fill the place and Dennis did a great job.

[@EricaColbert]

He did!

[@duanemarshall7612]

Dennis come in 68 during psychedelic era & he sang angry blending on the riots very versatile singing political & psychedelic David was straight up soul & ballards both were great and never be compared their contributions were equally but in a different way.

[@blackwilliams88]

This is the 1st and only time I've heard Otis speak & sing outwardly. Like what was he there for lol

[@dillinghamfilm]

You can go all the way to hell

[@Frnk_3]

Melvin, Eddie, and Dennis killed it on this song! And my forever favorite temp Paul was not far behind.

[@061romell]

What about otis? Lol

[@Frnk_3]

93avarice Ain’t nobody comin to see him 😂😂

[@sheiladavis6523]

@@Frnk_3 Now that was not nice .Santa🎅is going to leave some coal in your stocking & you will be getting a present underneath the 🎄 😉- have a safe & enjoyable Christmas December 12,,2020

[@chrischampagne4307]

You cant fire me. I'm the best thing thAt happened to the group

[@skepchica]

@@061romell He was there.

[@italoman9]

NOBODY cooler than The Tempts! 😎👍

[@CarlstenProductions]

What a brilliant performance!!

[@ronaldoarcher4522]

Saw their musical on Broadway 4 times its that amazing

[@krisone5253]

50 years. These Brothers are slick and Energetic to Watch! Their dressed Sharp as a Razor Blade! Their bass voice makes me want to curl up in my bed and listen to them. I feel safe and warm with their voices 💕

[@katinamaclin2117]

This was the first time other than “reality” that I’ve actually heard Otis sing on his own

[@sdgakatbk]

This group was pure talent.

[@gwynnielsen5081]

Looking at this video brings the era right back. I can't believe 55+ years have come and gone. But at least we have preserved these moments on KZbin.

[@dionbrooks4981]

My dad's favorite singing group....on here for my dad R.I.P ....HE LOVE LOVED THE TEMPTATIONS...i was just born when this came out

[@melodysanger103]

HAPPY 82ND BIRTHDAY OTIS WILLIAMS (OCTOBER 30, 2023)

[@adriennerobinson1180]

One of my favorite Groups during my Childhood.

[@Joe-hd5qq]

Can't say this is my favorite song because they are all my Favorites!!!! Great job fella's

[@lucan4042]

Bet today nobody can put a show on like this in 3min...

[@axtaxt8372]

Imagine Dennis and Paul together leading a song…such raspy voice and power…Dennis exuded aggressive strength and Paul was the subtle strength…wooooweee!

[@rushedandlost]

I wish a group of young talented men would bring this much talent back .

[@beautyan5309]

Times have changed

[@musicalme27]

And not for the better.