About the song
The Temptations’ “My Girl” is a timeless classic of soul music that has captivated audiences for decades. Released in 1965, the song became a number-one hit on the Billboard Hot 100 chart, showcasing the group’s exceptional vocal harmonies and their ability to blend elements of soul, Motown, and pop music.
The song’s intro immediately sets the stage with a catchy bassline and a driving rhythm. The Temptations’ vocals then come in, delivering the lyrics with a blend of energy and emotion. The lyrics express the singer’s deep affection for his girlfriend, painting a picture of a loving and devoted relationship.
One of the song’s most memorable aspects is its iconic falsetto chorus, in which the group’s lead singer, Otis Williams, soars effortlessly above the music. The chorus’s repetitive refrain, “My girl, my girl, my girl,” further reinforces the song’s central theme of love and devotion.
The song’s production is impeccable, featuring a tight rhythm section, lush strings, and a brass section that adds a touch of soulfulness. The Temptations’ harmonies are as tight as ever, with each member contributing their unique vocal style to the overall sound.
“My Girl” is a testament to the enduring power of music. Its timeless melody, evocative lyrics, and exceptional vocals have made it a beloved classic that continues to resonate with audiences of all ages. The song’s enduring popularity is a testament to the Temptations’ legacy and their ability to create music that transcends time and genre.
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Lyrics
I’ve got sunshine, on a cloudy day
When it’s cold outside, I’ve got the month of May (ooh)
I guess you’d say
What can make me feel this way?
My girl, my girl, my girl
Talkin’ ’bout my girl, my girl
I’ve got so much honey, the bees envy me
I’ve got a sweeter song, than the birds in the trees
Well, I guess you’d say
What can make me feel this way?
My girl, my girl, my girl
Talkin’ ’bout my girl, my girl
Ooh, ooh
Hey-hey-hey, hey-hey-hey
Ooh, ooh, yeah
I don’t need no money (ooh), fortune, or fame
I’ve got all the riches, baby (ooh) one man can claim
Well, I guess you’d say
What can make me feel this way?
My girl, my girl, my girl
Talkin’ ’bout my girl, my girl
(Talkin’ ’bout my girl)
I’ve got sunshine on a cloudy day (whoa, whoa) with my girl
I’ve even got the month of May, with my girl (talkin’ ’bout my girl)
Talkin’ ’bout, talkin’ ’bout, talkin’ ’bout my girl (ooh)
Ooh, my girl (talkin’ ’bout my girl)
That’s all I can talk about is my girl (ooh)
Why don’t you believe she’s all my girl? (Talkin’ ’bout my girl)