I'm sure when Cindy was with the Bluebelles, she was given a lot more liberties as far as background vocals and input in the overall group. While Patti was the lead, I feel like each member was treated equally.

When Cindy joined the Supremes, sure, the venues were bigger, the money was bigger, the hair was bigger [[lol), but she clearly was just there as a stepping stone for Diana's exit. Cindy was only on one "hit" with the group; the duet with the Temptations.

Of course, when Diana left and Jean joined, by that time Cindy had become an important and beloved member, and I'm sure her input was taken more into consideration.