Do you remember Melvin Franklin, member of The Temptations?
Honestly, I ran out of ideas to write about. So, I was browsing the internet to see what might be special about October 12 and I found something interesting. Apparently today is the birthday of Melvin Franklin, who passed away back in 1995.
You might ask, who on earth is Melvin Franklin? To be frank, I don’t know him personally, nor did I knew him when he was still actively singing. All I know about him is via the hit group ‘The Temptations’. Still doesn’t ring a bell eh? It doesn’t surprise me. Actually I am way too young to know their songs too, but I have heard of them. You might have too! Try to think about some movies, the background music with some guys singing:
“What! can! make! me! feel! this! way!? My Girl! (My girl!*My Girl!**)”
*Echoed by two voice after initial My Girl!
** Echoed by two more higher pitched voice after second My Girl!
Yes, that’s the Temptations! (more information) a popular group since the 1960s, days of Motown.
So, I’ve decided to add a post to my blog, in memory of Melvin Franklin (more information). And I’ve also included some of the Temptation’s best songs (found on Youtube! 
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My Girl (partial lyrics used in the post)
Ain’t too proud to beg
I can’t Get Next To You
Just My Imagination
I just don’t seem to understand today’s generation. When I told my friends about all of these oldies that I know, they were staring at me like I was the hulk. Some singers, groups or songs should be passed on, simply because they are good. It is ridculous to consider a song not worthy to be listened to by the date that it was released.
Hi – I’m old enough to remember the song and the singer. It was really good music.
LOL, They are a pretty good group eh? Personally I only know of them via info and word of mouth. But their songs echoes in my head, especially the song ‘My Girl’.
I am glad you like my post
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I couldn’t understand some parts of this article , but I guess I just need to check some more resources regarding this, because it sounds interesting.
I am so happy that you did this! You just don’t realize the joy you have brought to me by seeing these videos. keep doing what you do and when you have the opportunity check out the movie titled the ” Temptations” once you see it, you will really understand and appreciate the mighty, mighty Temptations. I love you Melvin, Otis, Paul, Eddie and even David:)