The Supremes sang in a polished style that bridged the worlds of pop and soul.
The Supremes were America’s ingenues, exuding a stylish charm and soulfulness that appealed across the board to black and white listeners at a time when racial divides were coming down.
Phil Collins covered this song but you can't beat the original!
You couldn't help but be uplifted by the music, the style and sophistication of the Supremes. The music and choreography inspired more than one teenager to sing in front of a bathroom mirror with a hairbrush as a microphone!
Thanks Diana, Mary and Florence (the original Supremes)! And thanks Fifi for yet another Fashionable Friday.
PS - In the early Eighties, the Supremes’ rags-to-riches life story was turned into a successful Broadway musical, Dreamgirls and won 6 Tonys. In 2007 the film version garnered three Golden Globes and two Oscars!
Bonjuor Bonnie!
ReplyDeleteHow ya doin'? Have you seen how many votes you have so far? We have one more day!! Thanks for the walk through memory lane with the Supremes. I grew up during this time, so cool and sophisticated. Ciao for now, Anita
The Supremes were so chic! Did you ever read the Domino Mag articles on turning an outfit into room decor? I wonder whtat their rooms would look like?
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LOVE LOVE LOVE their music... it is FAB!
ReplyDeleteQuick not as I wish to offer you congratulations on your being awarded the prize for the final act of Il Diva. Well, done! Cathy
ReplyDeleteHello there...happy Easter and congrats for winnig the race...you story is sooooo lovely..wanted to let you know we gave you our vote...greets from all of us..
ReplyDeleteMiss Moussie, Gustave, Mozes..and the Dutchess
Hi Bonnie! I LOVE the Supremes! Thanks for the little trip down memory lane! I also loved your previos Jane Austen post. You put me on to some books I hadn't heard of! Thanks! Have a good week!...hugs...Debbie
ReplyDeleteYou are so deserving Bonnie! You are a talented young writer! KUDOS! BRAVO! WAY TO GO! WE LOVE YA! Anita
ReplyDeleteHi everybody! Thanks for loving the Supremes as much as I do and thanks for your comments on winning Anita's contest! Whooo Hoooo!
ReplyDeleteCarisa I didn't see the article in Domino but have you seen Dress My Nest on the Style Network? The series redoes a room based on three of your favorite outfits and accessories. I have to say Thom Filicia does an outstanding job of translating everything! Wouldn't it be great to see what he would do with the Supremes!
Hin Bonnie-
ReplyDeleteJ'adore the Supremes as well...and luv the chandelier from your last post!
-marie