Floy Joy cover

Floy Joy

The Supremes · 1971

5 min · 2 tracks · R&B ยท soul ยท disco

A vibrant blend of soul and disco, echoing the exuberance of early '70s pop music.

Floy Joy is a single by The Supremes, released in 1971. A vibrant blend of soul and disco, echoing the exuberance of early '70s pop music. 'Floy Joy' is significant for its chart performance, reaching No. 28 on the Billboard Hot 100 and No. 11 on the R&B charts. It also represents a shift in The Supremes' sound, embracing more contemporary disco influences that would foreshadow future trends in popular music. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Floy Joy sound like?

A vibrant blend of soul and disco, echoing the exuberance of early '70s pop music. Rooted in R&B and soul.

What makes Floy Joy by The Supremes notable?

'Floy Joy' is significant for its chart performance, reaching No. 28 on the Billboard Hot 100 and No. 11 on the R&B charts. It also represents a shift in The Supremes' sound, embracing more contemporary disco influences that would foreshadow future trends in popular music. Released on December 1, 1971, 'Floy Joy' marked The Supremes' return after a transitional period following Diana Ross's departure. It was their first album featuring Jean Terrell as the lead vocalist and showcased their adaptation to the evolving musical landscape of the early 1970s.

How many songs are on Floy Joy?

Floy Joy has 2 tracks, running approximately 5 minutes.

Tracklist

2 tracks·5:44

Best experienced from track one โ€” press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Floy Joy Standout 2:34
  • 2 This Is the Story Standout 3:10

Release Date

December 1, 1971

Genre

disco, soul

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Artist Origin

United States

Runtime

5 min 44 sec