I still remember it being played on the radio in Baltimore. During the piano opening, the DJ said, "Martha is that you?" And then you have Martha sing, "Oh yeah." Love it!!!
I remember this song from the summer of 1967. Awsome year 18 years old and getting ready to go to Vietnam, I survived the Vietnam war thanks the lord and I did it for our greatest country USA
This classic peaked at #25 on the Billboard Hot 100 for three weeks in late September/early October 1967. This was at the same time the Supremes were in the Top 5 with the great "Reflections." "Love Bug" also deserved to make it to Top 10!
~ This + Honey Chile + Live Wire + SHE & THE Vandellas REALLY HUGE HITS = Motown Dance HEAVEN, STILL RELEVANT AND HOT AND FRESH IN 2018. Love TO OUR LIVING LEGEND: Martha Reeves. Cheers, DAVEDJ ~
Martha & the Vandellas are my favorite Motown group. I rushed out and bought the single of Love Bug right after hearing it on the radio. James Jamerson's bass line is just incredible.
I used to love this song when i was about 14years old,i used 2 play it on the small record player that belonged 2 my older sister,when ever she left the house LOL.
Adore this . Bought it the week it came out and fully expected it to be a UK No 1. Sadly did not even chart could not believe it . Wonderful Martha at her best!
Actually she didnt die poor, she had just received a 1-2 million settlement and had just moved into a new house. Some say Berry Gordy broke down and gave her the money that she deserved... it was never really revealed where the money came from, but she didnt die a pauper.
You are wrong. Rosalind Ashford and Betty Kelly are singing background on this. You can also check Wikipedia for this info. Martha's sister Lois and the Late Sandra Tilley were not yet in the group when this song was released. It was a year later that Martha in a fit of uncontrolled rage kicked Betty and then Rosalind out of the group. After that, no more hits for Martha.
According to Martha's book, Rosalind Ashford and Betty Kelly are singing on this recording. Rosalind Ashford, Betty Kelly and Martha were the classic line-up of the group that most people know as they participated in most of the hits. According to Martha, after she fired Betty, she got her sister Lois to replace her but they had only one top 40 hit with Lois. By the time Sandra Tilley replaced Rosalind Ashford, Martha and the Vandellas had ceased to exist as a top 40 hit making group.
According to Martha's book, there was internal dissention within the group when this record was released. It was the last single released in which Martha, Rosalind and Betty recorded together as Betty was ousted by Martha herself in a feud that according to Martha herself almost ended in physical violence between her and Betty.
Martha must of had some resentment toward MS ROSS. Martha Reeves and the VANDELLAS Recordings were far superior to DIana Ross and the SUPREMES during their MOTOWN YEARS yet MS ROSS became the international superstar..
I say Martha didnt get the credit she really deserved by Motown because Berry Gordy put in too much time promoting Diana Ross.Just look what happened to poor Florence Ballard,She stood up to him and he fired her and even made it where she got very little money by signing away her royalty rites.As u know she died very poor.
I'll tell you who didn't get the credit they deserved...it the classic line-up of Vandellas featured in this song...Rosalind Ashford and Betty Kelly who sang harmony on most of the hit recordings as Vandellas starting with Dancing in the Street up until this song. They are also the most well known line up of this group as seen in videos and TV shows. Let's say there names once again...ROSALIND ASHFORD AND BETTY KELLY!!!
I still remember it being played on the radio in Baltimore. During the piano opening, the DJ said, "Martha is that you?" And then you have Martha sing, "Oh yeah." Love it!!!
I remember this song from the summer of 1967. Awsome year 18 years old and getting ready to go to Vietnam, I survived the Vietnam war thanks the lord and I did it for our greatest country USA
The very best of Martha & The Vandellas
This classic peaked at #25 on the Billboard Hot 100 for three weeks in late September/early October 1967. This was at the same time the Supremes were in the Top 5 with the great "Reflections." "Love Bug" also deserved to make it to Top 10!
Just think,what would life be like without our music? Peace Desiree
These girls had "strong lyrics" on this song. Great song to date.
this is why i love music so much! it has the power to trigger so many memories...
I bought this then and loved it and played it to death. love it still.
Martha, you´re wonderful !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
~ This + Honey Chile + Live Wire + SHE & THE Vandellas REALLY HUGE HITS = Motown Dance HEAVEN, STILL RELEVANT AND HOT AND FRESH IN 2018. Love TO OUR LIVING LEGEND: Martha Reeves. Cheers, DAVEDJ ~
Favorite.
Martha & the Vandellas are my favorite Motown group. I rushed out and bought the single of Love Bug right after hearing it on the radio. James Jamerson's bass line is just incredible.
I used to love this song when i was about 14years old,i used 2 play it on the small record player that belonged 2 my older sister,when ever she left the house LOL.
Just like this song & countless other Motown classics being backed up by the mighty Funk Brothers was pure magic!!
I still have this 45 from elementary school days. Minor keys & a key change: masterful! Thanks for uploading!
Great song!
I remember playing this 45 many times. It's still a great record!
Adore this . Bought it the week it came out and fully expected it to be a UK No 1. Sadly did not even chart could not believe it . Wonderful Martha at her best!
As a teen had same experience but in US it did chart, like you state should have been #1...
REMEMBERING SONGWRITER SYLVIA MOY (SEPTEMBER 15, 1938 - APRIL 15, 2017) [09/15/2018]
Just to let u know that your version is the best one i found here.
This song should be an anthem for women who are in relationships with men who fail to commit or take their women seriously.
i second that emotion!
thanks so much! i'm so glad you enjoyed it!
The backup score by the Funk Brothers is oddly identical to some of the Tops hits..
Love bug9
nice song i liked :)
Actually she didnt die poor, she had just received a 1-2 million settlement and had just moved into a new house. Some say Berry Gordy broke down and gave her the money that she deserved... it was never really revealed where the money came from, but she didnt die a pauper.
who???
On background is Martha's sister Lois and the late Sandra Tilley whom had been a Marvelette at some point.
miguel Tomlinson That’s incorrect. Roz and Betty are on background, and Sandra Tilley was a former member of The Velvelettes.
You are wrong. Rosalind Ashford and Betty Kelly are singing background on this. You can also check Wikipedia for this info. Martha's sister Lois and the Late Sandra Tilley were not yet in the group when this song was released. It was a year later that Martha in a fit of uncontrolled rage kicked Betty and then Rosalind out of the group. After that, no more hits for Martha.
According to Martha's book, Rosalind Ashford and Betty Kelly are singing on this recording. Rosalind Ashford, Betty Kelly and Martha were the classic line-up of the group that most people know as they participated in most of the hits. According to Martha, after she fired Betty, she got her sister Lois to replace her but they had only one top 40 hit with Lois. By the time Sandra Tilley replaced Rosalind Ashford, Martha and the Vandellas had ceased to exist as a top 40 hit making group.
Reeves was getting poor promotion at this time... this song is an indication...it should have been promoted to at least top ten, it’s so infectious!
Yes indeed. These girls didn't get the proper attention from Motown. The money and time was almost nonexistent.
According to Martha's book, there was internal dissention within the group when this record was released. It was the last single released in which Martha, Rosalind and Betty recorded together as Betty was ousted by Martha herself in a feud that according to Martha herself almost ended in physical violence between her and Betty.
Martha must of had some resentment toward MS ROSS. Martha Reeves and the VANDELLAS Recordings were far superior to DIana Ross and the SUPREMES during their MOTOWN YEARS yet MS ROSS became the international superstar..
From what I read, this song is pure Martha and the Vandellas, Rosalind, Betty and Martha...no awful Andantes to muddle up the harmonies.
SGT ANTHONY CRUZ
I say Martha didnt get the credit she really deserved by Motown because Berry Gordy put in too much time promoting Diana Ross.Just look what happened to poor Florence Ballard,She stood up to him and he fired her and even made it where she got very little money by signing away her royalty rites.As u know she died very poor.
I read that it was Flo's drinking that got her canned.
I'll tell you who didn't get the credit they deserved...it the classic line-up of Vandellas featured in this song...Rosalind Ashford and Betty Kelly who sang harmony on most of the hit recordings as Vandellas starting with Dancing in the Street up until this song. They are also the most well known line up of this group as seen in videos and TV shows. Let's say there names once again...ROSALIND ASHFORD AND BETTY KELLY!!!