Gettin' Ready
The Temptations · 1966
33 min · 12 tracks · funk · R&B · rock & roll
A vibrant blend of soulful melodies and rhythmic grooves that epitomize the Motown sound of the 1960s.
Why listen to this
- Best for
- steady mid-tempo groove sing-along friendly melodies uplifting tunes for gatherings
- Context
- Released in January 1966, 'Gettin' Ready' was The Temptations' fifth studio album, following their breakthrough success with 'My Girl'. At this point in their career, they were solidifying their status as a leading Motown act while experimenting with more varied lyrical themes and musical styles.
- If you like
- funk, R&B, rock & roll
Gettin' Ready is an album by The Temptations, released in 1966. A vibrant blend of soulful melodies and rhythmic grooves that epitomize the Motown sound of the 1960s. 'Gettin' Ready' features the classic hit 'Ain’t Too Proud to Beg,' which became a defining track for the group, reaching No. 13 on the Billboard Hot 100. The album is often noted for its polished production and has influenced countless artists in the soul and R&B genres. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Gettin' Ready sound like?
A vibrant blend of soulful melodies and rhythmic grooves that epitomize the Motown sound of the 1960s. Rooted in funk and R&B.
What makes Gettin' Ready by The Temptations notable?
'Gettin' Ready' features the classic hit 'Ain’t Too Proud to Beg,' which became a defining track for the group, reaching No. 13 on the Billboard Hot 100. The album is often noted for its polished production and has influenced countless artists in the soul and R&B genres. Released in January 1966, 'Gettin' Ready' was The Temptations' fifth studio album, following their breakthrough success with 'My Girl'. At this point in their career, they were solidifying their status as a leading Motown act while experimenting with more varied lyrical themes and musical styles.
Who is Gettin' Ready for?
Gettin' Ready works well if you're into steady mid-tempo groove, sing-along friendly melodies and uplifting tunes for gatherings.
How many songs are on Gettin' Ready?
Gettin' Ready has 12 tracks, running approximately 33 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Say You 2:34
- 2 Little Miss Sweetness 3:12
- 3 Ain’t Too Proud to Beg Standout 2:34
- 4 Get Ready Standout 2:40
- 5 Lonely, Lonely Man Am I 2:37
- 6 Too Busy Thinking About My Baby Standout 2:42
- 7 I’ve Been Good to You 3:03
- 8 It’s a Lonely World Without Your Love 2:35
- 9 Fading Away 2:41
- 10 Who You Gonna Run To 3:08
- 11 You’re Not an Ordinary Girl 2:54
- 12 Not Now (I’ll Tell You Later) 2:55
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