
When We Were Kings The Temptations
"When We Were Kings" by The Temptations, released in 1970, is a #Soul song reflecting themes of nostalgia, pride, and the struggles of the African American experience. The lyrics evoke memories of a time of dignity and strength, contrasting with contemporary challenges. Its rich harmonies and orchestral arrangements enhance its emotional depth, making it a poignant cultural reflection.

[Intro]
Ooooh, ooh-ooh-ooh ooh
Ooh
[Verse 1]
Six-foot tall and tan
Southern gentlemen
Dressed impeccably, yeah
Paul, Otis, David, Blue
Eddie and Dennis too
Oh, what a pedigree, yeah
We're soul brothers to the bone (Ooh wee ooo)
And that four-headed microphone
Five-part harmony, yeah (Five-part harmony, oh)
Travellin' all around the world (World)
Stealing hearts and all the girls (My girl)
Every man's envy (Every man's envy)
Yeah (Ooh)
[Pre-Chorus]
Music is our crown (Ooh)
Nothing like the sound
Of our voices together, yeah (Together)
We're still goin' strong
Sixty years and going on forever (Ah, yeah)
Ooooh, ooh-ooh-ooh ooh
Ooh
[Verse 1]
Six-foot tall and tan
Southern gentlemen
Dressed impeccably, yeah
Paul, Otis, David, Blue
Eddie and Dennis too
Oh, what a pedigree, yeah
We're soul brothers to the bone (Ooh wee ooo)
And that four-headed microphone
Five-part harmony, yeah (Five-part harmony, oh)
Travellin' all around the world (World)
Stealing hearts and all the girls (My girl)
Every man's envy (Every man's envy)
Yeah (Ooh)
[Pre-Chorus]
Music is our crown (Ooh)
Nothing like the sound
Of our voices together, yeah (Together)
We're still goin' strong
Sixty years and going on forever (Ah, yeah)
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