To people other than Motown fanatics, Levi Stubbs name isn't as well known as those of others who have fronted Motown acts, like Smokey,Diana, or Martha. The reason is by choice. He chose not to overshadow his band mates. According to the article below, he declined to take top billing and turned down several offers at a lucrative solo career. The Four Tops began when four friends and stayed together til death and illness separated them. Very nice article and tribute to Levi

http://www.legacy.com/ns/news-story....-stubbs&id=924