The Supremes – Where Did Our Love Go
“Where Did Our Love Go” is a song written by Holland–Dozier–Holland and recorded by The Supremes for the Motown label in 1964. The song was the group’s first number-one single on the Billboard Hot 100 pop singles chart in the United States, a spot it held for two weeks, from August 16 to August 29, 1964. It was also the first of five Supremes songs in a row to reach number one (the others being “Baby Love”, “Come See About Me”, “Stop! In the Name of Love”, and “Back in My Arms Again”). It also reached No. 1 on the Cash Box R&B singles chart.
Background and composition
“Where Did Our Love Go” was written by Brian Holland, Lamont Dozier, and Eddie Holland. The song was inspired by the trio’s own experiences with love and heartbreak. They wanted to write a song that would capture the feeling of confusion and pain that comes with the end of a relationship.
The song’s lyrics are simple, yet powerful, and they speak to the universal experience of heartbreak. The song is also notable for its catchy melody and driving beat.
Recording and production
“Where Did Our Love Go” was recorded at the Motown Recording Studio in Detroit, Michigan. The song was produced by Holland–Dozier–Holland.
The recording features Diana Ross on lead vocals. Ross’s vocals are passionate and soulful, and they perfectly convey the emotion of the song. The song’s instrumentation is simple, yet effective, with a driving beat and a catchy melody.
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“Where Did Our Love Go” is a beautiful and moving song that will be cherished for generations to come.
Here are some additional details about the song:
- The song was written by Brian Holland, Lamont Dozier, and Eddie Holland.
- The song was inspired by the trio’s own experiences with love and heartbreak.
- The song was a critical and commercial success, reaching number one on the Billboard Hot 100 pop singles chart in the United States.
- “Where Did Our Love Go” has been covered by many artists, including The Beatles, The Rolling Stones, and Marvin Gaye.