marv2
10-10-2010, 12:33 AM
As most of you know, Motown Records had some of the most gifted, prolific songwriters on their staff , more than any other label in the history of the Universe [[including the Brill Building writers).
I would like for everyone to pick their favorites by specific Motown Songwriters, list at least two of their compositions you liked most. Give a little review of their work if you like but tell us something about why you liked that person or that TEAM's work, ok?
For example, I am a long time fan of Eddie Holland, Lamont Dozier and Brian Holland's work. One of my all time favorites is "I'll Turn to Stone" recorded by the Four Tops. It had some of the most clever lyrics this side of Smokey and the chorus is just brilliant and unforgettable. Another is "Baby I Need Your Loving", which is probably my all time favorite recording by anyone, EVER! The lyrics are timeless. They appear simple but are very complex in that the meaning or feeling change depending on the individual singing them. But just about everyone can relate to that particular song.
Ok enough of my rambling. Let's hear it for the Motown Songwriters!
I would like for everyone to pick their favorites by specific Motown Songwriters, list at least two of their compositions you liked most. Give a little review of their work if you like but tell us something about why you liked that person or that TEAM's work, ok?
For example, I am a long time fan of Eddie Holland, Lamont Dozier and Brian Holland's work. One of my all time favorites is "I'll Turn to Stone" recorded by the Four Tops. It had some of the most clever lyrics this side of Smokey and the chorus is just brilliant and unforgettable. Another is "Baby I Need Your Loving", which is probably my all time favorite recording by anyone, EVER! The lyrics are timeless. They appear simple but are very complex in that the meaning or feeling change depending on the individual singing them. But just about everyone can relate to that particular song.
Ok enough of my rambling. Let's hear it for the Motown Songwriters!