Motown Original Versions

Motown Original Versions

Motown Original Versions is a superb collection of classic recordings from the legendary Motown label, bringing together some of the most influential artists and enduring hits in popular music history. Spanning the golden era of the 1960s and early 1970s, the album showcases the distinctive "Motown Sound" that transformed American soul music and conquered charts around the world.

Founded in Detroit by Berry Gordy, Motown became home to an extraordinary roster of singers, songwriters, musicians, and producers whose recordings blended gospel, rhythm and blues, pop, and soul into an irresistible formula. The result was a catalogue of timeless songs that continue to inspire artists and delight listeners decades after their original release.

This collection features a remarkable line-up of Motown legends, including Marvin Gaye, The Four Tops, The Temptations, The Jackson 5, Smokey Robinson & The Miracles, and Diana Ross & The Supremes. Highlights include I Heard It Through The Grapevine, How Sweet It Is (To Be Loved By You), The Tracks Of My Tears, Please Mr. Postman, and Ain't Too Proud To Beg – songs that helped define an era of popular music.

Packed with chart-topping hits, unforgettable melodies, and world-class performances, Motown Original Versions is an essential collection for fans of classic soul, R&B, and one of the most important record labels ever established.

Tracklist:

Side A

1. Love Is Like A Heat Wave – Martha Reeves & The Vandellas
2. How Sweet It Is (To Be Loved By You) – Marvin Gaye
3. I Heard It Through The Grapevine – Gladys Knight And The Pips
4. Baby I Need Your Lovin' – Four Tops
5. Where Did Our Love Go – Diana Ross & The Supremes
6. Never Can Say Goodbye – The Jackson 5

Side B

1. You're All I Need To Get By – Marvin Gaye & Tammi Terrell
2. Take Me In Your Arms (Rock Me A Little While) – The Isley Brothers
3. You've Made Me So Very Happy – Brenda Holloway
4. The Tracks Of My Tears – Smokey Robinson & The Miracles
5. Please Mr. Postman – The Marvelettes
6. Ain't Too Proud To Beg – The Temptations