The Temptations – You’ve Made Me So Very Happy
“You’ve Made Me So Very Happy” is a song written by Brenda Holloway, Patrice Holloway, Frank Wilson and Berry Gordy, and was first released as a single in 1967 by Holloway on the Tamla label. The song was later a huge hit for the Motown group The Temptations in 1970. The song topped the Billboard Hot 100 chart in the United States and reached number one in the UK Singles Chart. It also won the Grammy Award for Best R&B Song in 1971.
Background and composition
“You’ve Made Me So Very Happy” was written by Brenda Holloway, Patrice Holloway, Frank Wilson and Berry Gordy Jr. The song was originally recorded by Brenda Holloway in 1967, but it was not a commercial success.
The Temptations’ version of the song was recorded in 1970. The song was produced by Norman Whitfield.
The Temptations’ version of the song features Dennis Edwards on lead vocals. Edwards’ 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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“You’ve Made Me So Very Happy” 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 originally recorded by Brenda Holloway in 1967.
- The Temptations’ version of the song was released in 1970.
- The song topped the Billboard Hot 100 chart in the United States and reached number one in the UK Singles Chart.
- “You’ve Made Me So Very Happy” has been covered by many artists, including Marvin Gaye, Stevie Wonder, and Elton John.