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Who sang You've Really Got A Hold On Me?

The Temptations released the song You've Really Got A Hold On Me. Date of release: 1965.

Release date: 1965
Duration: 03:0
The story of the song ' You've Really Got A Hold On Me '

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The meaning of the song 'You've Really Got A Hold On Me ', based on the lyrics
What is You’ve Really Got A Hold On Me about?
🎶 You’ve Really Got A Hold On Me song analysis
The protagonist doesn't like his girlfriend too much, but he loves her and can't stop thinking about her. Even though she treats him badly, he still loves her madly and she has a strong hold on him. He wants to leave her, but he can't because she really has a hold on him.

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This explanation is based on the lyrics of ‘You’ve Really Got A Hold On Me’. The meaning is of course subject to interpretation.
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The Temptations - Short Biography

- The Temptations are an American vocal group from Detroit, Michigan.
- They released a series of hit singles and albums with Motown Records from the 1960s through the 1970s.
- They are known for their work with producer Norman Whitfield, beginning with the hit single "Cloud Nine" in 1968.
- Their work paved the way for a new style of psychedelic soul and played an important role in the evolution of R&B and soul music.
- They sold tens of millions of albums, making them one of the most popular groups in popular music.
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The song "You've Really Got a Hold On Me" is from "Smokey is the Second Album", an iconic and popular album by The Temptations, released in 1965 on Gordy Records. All the songs on the album were written by Smokey Robinson and produced by him and other members of The Miracles. The album is a perfect blend of Motown, rhythm and blues, and showcases the incredible talent and versatility of The Temptations.

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