THE TEMPTATIONS MY GIRL REACTION

[@JayveeTV]

Don't forget to thumbs up the video guys thank you

[@fleaflicker1451]

Jovaughn, you need to watch "Muscle Shoals" on Netflix. Also search for "Standing in the Shadows of Motown". These are 2 essential documentaries that will educate you on this genre. Both excellent, you will not be disappointed. Hope you do and let us know what you think. Be well, God bless.✌

[@scottdavis5565]

Hey bud! Really enjoy watching you experience these classic artists... You should really check out Smokey Robinson and The Miracles!! Song suggestions: "Ooo Baby Baby" "The Tears of a Clown" "Shop Around" "The Tracks of My Tears" "I Second That Emotion" "You've Really Got A Hold On Me" ENJOY!!!

[@sierraseven3680]

@@scottdavis5565 Yes, to all of those - especially "The Tracks of My Tears"!

[@johnmendez3140]

You had to have experience like I did the Motown era

[@joycesmith53]

My girl written by Smokey Robinson

[@ExarKenneth71]

David Ruffin was a treasure to bad he let his demons destroy himself.

[@whazzuphere]

The same thing was true of Donny Hathaway. He was incredibly talented. I love his duets with Roberta Flack; they were fantastic!

[@clydeb7713]

@@whazzuphere Yes I still love hearing Where Is The Love.

[@ninabirdsong9910]

Yes, he was something else. Died very tragically.

[@Kelly-just-kelly]

Yea he beat the shit out of tammi terrell. Nice man

[@LG-kx8xl]

I saw him in Detroit driving down the street in his green convertible w/his trademark glasses. I started yelling & he laughed/waved & blew me a kiss. BTW, the songwriter Smokey Robinson (though I never met him) is my cousin. He & my dad hung out together before I was born. Motown had its acts on point in every aspect from vocals/the look/choreography. Every boy band that has synchronized dancing has The Temptations to thank!

[@dunismith3045]

OK you’ve reached the top. It just does not get any better than this. Those guys were the GOATS and so is that bass line . So nice for this Boomer to watch a young person enjoy this masterpiece.

[@mustuploadtoo7543]

the music is timeless not for any age

[@Marcus-Oh-really-yes]

"My Girl" was written by Smokey Robinson and released in late 1964. You should react to "My Guy" by Mary Wells, which was also written by Smokey Robinson and was released earlier that same year in the spring of 1964. Both of these Motown songs hit No. 1.

[@user-jn6bi7mn4m]

Also The Way You Do The Things You Do and I Can't Get Next To You.

[@gwillis01]

Another vote for listening to "My Guy". by Mary Wells

[@salmuscles]

David Ruffin maybe the greatest voice in Motown history

[@rjjohnson2402]

He and Percy Sledge!

[@burtreynolds2969]

And Levi Stubbs

[@mikecaetano]

And Marvin Gaye...

[@oldmcdonald9582]

what becomes of the brokenhearted. my fav mtown song. and thats sayin something

[@whazzuphere]

Donny Hathaway deserves a mention, too.

[@cindybyrne1167]

My daughter danced with her dad at her wedding to this - not a dry eye in the house!

[@yvetteadshead4212]

What a lovely memory

[@lindaarmstrong1953]

My daughter danced to reet petite with her dad and I danced to this one with her. Always been my favourite, made it more special as my daughter was born in The Month of May. 'I've got all the riches baby one mum can claim'

[@casalaiz4413]

Perfect song for such a memorable experience.

[@oldairyheir]

There just aren't enough 'O's to describe how smooth this song is!

[@DaveHof]

"Ain't Too Proud to Beg" and "Just My Imagination" - two more Temptations classics.

[@debrasimmons2682]

Doesn’t get much better than this Awesomeness

[@jamtalawah2231]

Best line up of the the Temptations with David Ruffin on lead, heaven!!!! Brings back so much great memories from my childhood.

[@sinenominecc]

Preach it!

[@ericdawn]

Listen to "I Wish it Would Rain" and "Just My Imagination"

[@jspurlock908]

You should try some Smokey Robinson and The four Tops too

[@katie-didellis2437]

Always enjoyed the Harmony and smoothness of The Temptations as well as the insync dancing and moves. It was always so perfect.

[@andreaschmall5560]

It's practically their signature song.

[@johnsullivan4976]

To me the Motown signature song.

[@jayraft3013]

OK, bro. Now you're getting serious. This is one of THE songs of the 1960s. It hit the airways in '65 and never looked back. A bit of trivia: The song was written by Smokey Robinson as an answer song to another great song, "My Guy" by another Motown artist that you should check out, Mary Wells.

[@THEPATRIOT1000]

Smokey Robinson and The Miracles....All Motown..Supremes

[@jasonberezny9705]

That’s why we old farts love watching you react. I’m sure 90% of your subscribers are total music history geeks like myself as well as musicians. We love playing our records for friends and enjoy seeing young people discover and appreciate something as awesome as great music that they may never have heard of otherwise.Pass the torch on 🤘🤜❤️🇨🇦

[@myrnaloy4275]

I love his joy....it's like watching his joy at our oldster songs!

[@emt40ish]

Totally why I subbed

[@kellypierce81]

One of the purest, most joyous songs ever written ❤

[@aw072]

I don’t think The Temptations had a bad song. Excellent voices and moves! ❤️

[@Russ-gy7tx]

Yes “Ball of Confusion” and carefully Listen to the lyrics, it’s a snapshot of life of the time. Enjoy!

[@jeffriggle8011]

GOOD CALL !

[@enyozia4942]

Even mentions the Beatles and their hit after hit being a gas (60s slang for great)

[@dagnelpaula1]

This one's my personal favorite from The Temptations. They were SO good! Smooth. And yeah; back in the 60's, Motown wanted the groups to dress the same. And of course, there was the choreography. Those days are long gone, and what a shame. But as you said, we can, and SHOULD play for future generations. GREAT reaction! Love it, as always.

[@mihtvid0753]

I love the way David pulls from above and that turn, too cool. Best song ever.

[@deelawson4551]

You should react to The Four Tops and The Temptations Motown 25th special,they duel against each other and have a lot of fun with their great hits..You DEFINITELY would enjoy!

[@richardkeith7780]

Four Tops-Keeper Of The Castle is my favorite!

[@TheApolonya6]

One of my favorite video, great era .

[@brucemccarthy6237]

I Wish It Would Rain and Ain't To Proud To Beg; look them up and enjoy.

[@brendanixon9947]

Yassss!

[@lisarainbow9703]

Papa Was a Rolling Stone Get Ready I'm Losing You

[@linavda8922]

I just discover your channel and almost have seen all of your videos hahaha I really love your reactions, I'm a 21 years old girl who grown up with this kind of music thanks to my dad, and I have to say that is great see someone who can aprecciate this incredible music Greetings from México ❤️

[@gisellepelletier56]

My whole world ended the moment you left me by the lead singer David Ruffin...great song! Always thank you!😁😙

[@user-ky6vw5up9m]

The come-back from the bridge for the final verse with the change to higher key and “ i don’t no money.......” is one of pop music’s finest moments.

[@mezellenjohnson2753]

I love this record, it always reminds me of Dad, I was the eldest daughter of 5 plus I have 3 brothers and he loved all of us. He once told his brother, yes she is your niece but she is my daughter and then he laughed, a wonderful memory that this song invokes. They were such a wonderful group of singers, they are so memorable and once heard not forgotten. Peace and love to you all, take care and stay safe please Mary-Ellen UK

[@paulh6198]

Jovaughnn your Excitement and Happiness for this Era is INFECTIOUS

[@14gilbertst]

'Keep On Trucking' by former Temptation, Eddie Kendricks is classic. "Ball of Confusion" is timely Temptations.

[@jeffriggle8011]

GOOD CALL !

[@freebirdtony]

Classic R&B totally jams.

[@JoeSmith-ey2xp]

More Motown! You would love Smokey Robinsons "Tears of a Clown"

[@jeffriggle8011]

GOOD CALL !

[@noelleparris9451]

Yes!!!

[@shade51]

I *LOVE* the Temptations. Or as we would call them, "The Temps."

[@cynthiacole6140]

The Temptin' Temps

[@rhondabenin1571]

"You're My.Everything - The Temptations with David Ruffin and Eddie Kendricks singing lead.

[@Svatidas]

I love your reactions when you find that you've been loving a song all these years and didn't even know who sang it .

[@marymargaretmoore9034]

Javon, that's David Ruffin singing lead (w/glasses); legendary. You should listen to (and see videos if available) more old Motown. Please also do Mary Wells: The One Who Really Loves You.

[@dbolesen43]

Big shout out to you overall J, you’re basically playing the Soundtrack to my life. Based on all the comments since I subscribed, I’m not the only one. Love it 👍🏼❤️

[@cathyreed6723]

The Temps - "You're My Everything" is a song to put in your back pocket!!! They had soooo many hits - its hard to come up with just 1!!! But, also, "Since I Lost My Baby" - Luther Vandross did a really good version of this as well!!!

[@loriannrichardson7644]

One of my favorite songs of all time. Also check out "I Wish it Would Rain" and "Cloud Nine."

[@1nelsondj]

You really need to see the mini-series on the group, it gives a great dramatized history showing where they came from, how they came together, how they made it big, the problems, the member changes, etc. It's worth seeking out. There ought to be music history classes in school to keep these songs alive as you said, teach kids the roots, the growth of different genres, the historical context, the forms music came in, listen to the top songs each month from periods being taught.

[@yvetteadshead4212]

What a great idea

[@carolinagallegos3926]

When I was growing up the Temptations and the Supremes were my favorite. ... then the 70s hit💖💖💖💖💖😘✌

[@sonjaashmore2972]

This is a wonderful song.

[@mikecaetano]

Also share some love for other great songs by The Temptations -- "Get Ready", "Just My Imagination (Running Away With Me)", "Papa Was A Rollin' Stone", "The Way You Do The Things You Do", "(I Know) I'm Losing You", ...

[@cynthiacharles3344]

They say things are cyclic, I hope so. We need more of this kind of music in the world.

[@christophercarter7906]

I sang this song every night and morning to my granddaughter and she knew all the words at barely 3 years old. She’s 5 now and loves these beautiful old songs. Thanks J

[@THEPATRIOT1000]

Roberta Flack...Aretha Franklin...Say a Little Prayer

[@horsefootrot8044]

Indeed, also Rosetta Tharpe, Barbra Lynn.

[@65motowngirl]

BLUE SKY no! Say A Little Prayer belongs to Dionne Warwick. She did it first and she did it best.

[@whazzuphere]

"Where is the Love" and "The Closer I get to You" which Roberta sang as a duet with the late Donnie Hathaway were outstanding.

[@ericjahoda2997]

"I've got so much honey, the bees envy me" is one of the best lyrics ever!

[@leecooper7290]

arguably the greatest song by the greatest group ever! David Ruffin’s raspy tenor, the harmonies, Smokey Robinson’s lyrics, strings, horns, that bass line and those dance moves... perfection!

[@1920Janice]

One of my all time favorite songs! When these Motown songs first came out there was a local TV show right over the bridge from Detroit to Canada. It was called “Swinging Time”. Kids from school would go over there to dance on the show. They had guest performers and that’s where we first saw the Motown groups. I watched on TV because I was afraid of the bridge and the tunnel!! You really should watch the movie “The Temptations”. It’s a good movie and good history lesson! ❤️🎵

[@mdunn4555]

I would have been surprised if you hadn't heard this song. I am so glad you love the Motown style. There is a Robert Townsend's movie called "The Five Heartbeats" that is loosely based on the temptation if you get to watch it I believe you would enjoy it.

[@jamarrhubbard7426]

The Five Heartbeats is one of my favorite movies!!! the film is loosely based on the lives of several artists: The Dells, The Temptations, Four Tops, Wilson Pickett, James Brown, Frankie Lymon, Sam Cooke and others according to Wikipedia. Robert Townsend produced and starred in it. Leon is your go to guy to play any singer...he even did Little Richard and David Ruffin in the Temptations movie.

[@mdunn4555]

@@jamarrhubbard7426 mine too

[@gooner4life518]

It was mostly bases on The Dells

[@jonmayes2422]

It makes me so happy to see young cats like you learn what real Singing and music is all about

[@mollysmiles04631]

They really were entertainers! They cared about the music, but also the presentation! Love them! 🌻

[@brenthowell8883]

Ain't To Proud To Beg. Nuff Said!😍

[@transcan1]

Ah, the good music starts again!

[@bobbierobinson6269]

The Temptations were the greatest! "Ain't Too Proud To Beg" is my favorite.

[@sierraseven3680]

That iconic bass line and guitar at the beginning - I start swinging and swaying, and I see you did too! And that choreography!

[@lindamosley922]

I was 4 yrs. old when this came out. I can't remember whether I heard it on my brother's radio or on TV, but it was the first song that caught my attention musically. Still love it today!!

[@melissaward6311]

My husband and daughter danced at her wedding to this. Made me cry,in a good way. Motown was so perfect musically.

[@graciesmom1477]

Don't get much better than this (a classic) I'm so glad I grew up with Motown. "I'm Gonna Make You Love Me", "Baby I Need You're Loving", "Ain't to Proud to Beg", and "Just My Imagination" are really good also.

[@donnaowens3349]

The Temptations did their own choreography and they were really in sync with all their steps.

[@carol3843]

Perfect!! The Go-to song sung to each of my babies as we danced around the kitchen (before they knew I couldn’t sing 😂) Makes me smile.

[@Mark-iv7np]

I guarantee this song will never be forgotten. Timeless! Great video dancers in the audience, all good. Thxs Barry Gordy for having the vision to create the studio Hitsville USA. A plethora of great songs and artists.

[@caretaker158]

Gotta love that Motown choreography. I remember when we'd sing songs like this in my chorus classes..... yeah man, we did the moves and all.... loved every second!!

[@robdee9341]

This has always been our song. Since we met in 1968. The perfect song sang brilliantly.. Peace..

[@isrberlinerin4063]

The Temps are one of the best groups with so many different singers over the years and so many great songs , unforgettable ! This is just such a feel good song ! My favorite is now the full CD For Lovers only from 1995 and all the songs a special meaning for me !

[@pattimiller2431]

Great memory... this is the song my son picked for us to dance to at his wedding. It will always be “our song”!

[@Bambi_Harris_Author]

So many great songs, Temptations are great! If you ever get around to 40s music thats another treasure trove. I think its wonderful you are discovering these fabulous tunes!

[@jamarrhubbard7426]

Yes! Glenn Miller is awesome! I love big band music!

[@teatimedrinker1]

Watching this a young kid in the early 70’s was such a treat. Really hot an earful of some great sounds at that time. Always love the synced dancing of these acts and they sound amazing of course. ❤️

[@clydeb7713]

This Temptation group was top shelf! They defined the direction of Motown back then, and set the bar HIGH! Every singer here was great on their own and their signature dance moves were also iconic.

[@thomasrocker7408]

Jay, you absolutely must see the documentary " Standing in the Shadows of Motown" it is about the Funk Brothers, the studio musicians who played on virtually every Motown song.

[@maureensanday6367]

Love them!!!

[@MountainStreamLives]

These videos are important because as you correctly stated, we need to keep this music alive in our collective consciousness for the children to enjoy. If you out this song on for a 5 year old child now they will love it as much as one did in 1965. I’ve seen it happen before.

[@GC-sf7kx]

Great music, the drum intro at thr start of the song became the trademark referred to as the "Motown Sound" it was used again and again by many of the Motown artist on many, many songs. David Ruffin was a legend check out his Who I Am album "Walk away from love" and the amazing "Statue of a fool" The check out Eddie Kendricks another former member of the Temps' singing "Keep on trucking. Then find Willie Hutch who was not in the Temps' singing "Brothers gonna work it out" both disco classics from the 70's -- Motown for ever!!😊😊😊

[@lindasanchez1787]

I'm so glad you liked this song..one of the greats. My Mom used to sing this song to me on my birthday..precious memories.💖

[@yvetteadshead4212]

The highlight of my week was watching on the telly 📺 Top of the Pops, it was fab being able to see the bands who sang these great songs. I too loved their look, the moves and music 🎶, thanks J 😊

[@turdferguson400]

Temptations are one of my all time fave groups. Just superb. 💙💖💜

[@andreaknapp2394]

Love this song! A true Gem! You can't help but snap your fingers, sing & dance along!

[@patsloyan9755]

Maybe My Girl ,,, is The Chi-Lites Girl , “ Have You Seen Her🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@paulstube4048]

I'm 67 years old and have heard this song a thousand times throughout my life, to me every time l hear it it sounds as fresh as the first time, thanks for enjoying it as much as I do❤️🤟👌

[@conniesloan921]

🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🥰🥰🥰🥰🤗🤗🎶one of the best groups out there still performing to this day Stay and Tempt Me Their Phoenix rising album is you have to hear awesome 😎you need to see the movie The Temptations you’ll love it ♥️

[@archstanton9206]

There was a little blond girl in my in my senior year first period class. I got to know her, and this was one of the songs that I thought of when she came to my mind. That girl and I celebrated our 40th wedding anniversary last May. we have been together since the spring of 1976. This song still makes me smile, and still makes me think of her. I hope that every man on the face of the earth has the chance to find his soul mate like I did, and that they call this song there own, like we do. This is the Temptations at their very best.

[@kerrypapworth1526]

Magical. I could never tire of this song.💕💕💕

[@debbeborders5762]

Love the live performances of The Temptations. Thanks Jay.

[@cocod594]

This was their classic hit! All were great but this stole our hearts! Glad you’re smiling! So is David Ruffin from above!

[@laminage]

This was their song that set their career into orbit. It was Number One on The Pop Charts and Number One on The R & B Charts for Six Weeks. It was written by Smokey Robinson who wrote and co wrote alot of their early hits including Beauty's Only Skin Deep, I Know I'm Losing You, Get Ready. His Co Collaborator was Fellow Miracle Ronnie White and they guys taught it to them at The Apollo Theater and the rest is History. The Guitar Solo was done by Late Funk Brother Robert White. If you can check out Standing In The Shadows Of Motown, where you see and meet the guys who performed on 100 Of Motown's Greatest Hits. As for the Choreography it was done by Former Tapdancing Great Cholly Atkins. They were a major influence on both The Jackson Five & The "Original" New Edition. Also if you can check them out singing "It's Growing", you'll also be blown away by The Choreography.

[@Lakeshore14]

The temptations were the epitome of the best of the 60s. Their voices, harmonies, look and choreography were unparalleled. Every one of them in the group could sing lead.

[@kathymccormick7525]

My mom is my girl!! I sing it to her all the time!! TheTemptations are untouchable

[@larrywt656]

The Temptations had a long and VERY diverse career. And some of the best choreography ever!!

[@jannetkoolman5645]

Me dat used to sing this for me, and told me it was written for me, and would dance through the living room me feet on his. My dad, my world, my hero, joined my dear mother 4,5 months after her passing, and this song brings me right back to those days, even when I learned it was written before I was born 😀

[@mulatanyc865]

My girl was the Temptations first #1 hit. It’s one of their song you’re never getting tired of listening. So glad you appreciate their music.👍🏼

[@entertainer106]

One of my favorite parts of this song is at 3:51 and the way David Ruffin sings "well!" A classic song. Timeless

[@827dusty]

Oh man, that sixties Motown sound. Does that ever take me back to a great time. I was in High School in West Seattle. The music in those days was the best. Thanks man

[@etepeteseat7424]

Honestly, my favorite song by The Temptations was always "Ain't Too Proud To Beg". This one's their most famous song, but while I like it, I always thought it undersold them a bit.

[@terimcadoo6885]

This was REAL music! #backintheday

[@ceciliawhite9606]

Louis I from Lakewood NJ says hello. This is his all time favorite song!. Thanks dor posting.

[@lonniekiser3612]

Everytime I here this song I turn it up as loud I can .I got my grandchildren singing this it's great.

[@thebix100]

Classic song from the sixties. I still remember the first time I heard this. 1964.

[@rjjohnson2402]

Love this! Great start to the night!

[@dorotheadavis9132]

a classic, one of their best songs. Love it so much!

[@shanquegreen1720]

My grandson heard my mother play this song and now he loves it he call it I got sunshine tho still I’m glad he’s heard so good ole soul music in his lil life I’m keep that train going

[@dianefiske-foy4717]

I’ve been watching and listening to these guys for a long long time. They’ve always been one of my favorite groups 👍🏻👏🏻🌟🎤🕺🏾🥰‼️

[@letitbesummer6536]

This is such a classic! Beautiful voices. Love that famous riff!

[@dizzylizzy6571]

JAYVEE!! YOU HAVE A GREAT SMILE!! LOVE YOUR FACE & YOUR REACTIONS!! YOU ARE AS SMOOTH AS THE TEMPTATIONS!!

[@paulknight9998]

I love 1960s R&B. So much heart and soul.

[@keepitrealdowntoearth4328]

Your smile makes me smile☺️so glad your getting into all the genres of old school music🎤😁