Discover the story of the song > Stop! In the Name of Love – The Supremes

The song "Stop! In the Name of Love" was written by Lamont Dozier and Brian Holland of the Motown label. The Supremes' producer, Berry Gordy, had asked them to write a song for the group to capitalize on their recent transition from a doo-wop musical style to a more sophisticated Motown style. Gordy wanted the song to have a strong message about love and respect, especially for women. "Stop! In the Name of Love" was recorded in January 1965 and released as a single on February 8, 1965. The single reached number one on the Billboard Hot 100 in the United States and became one of the Supremes' biggest hits. The song was also popularized by a live performance by the group on the "Ed Sullivan Show" in February 1965.