The Contours Do You Love Me Sing Along Lyrics

"Do You Love Me" is a rhythm and blues song recorded by the Contours in 1962. Written and produced by Motown Records owner Berry Gordy Jr., it appeared twice on the Billboard Hot 100 chart, reaching numbers three in 1962 and eleven in 1988."Do You Love Me" references the 1960s dance moves the Mashed Potato and the Twist. The song includes a spoken recitation in the intro:
You broke my heart, 'cause I couldn't dance
You didn't even want me around
And now I'm back, to let you know
I can really shake 'em down
Berry Gordy wrote "Do You Love Me" with the intention that the Temptations, who had no Top 40 hits to their name yet, would record it. However, when Gordy set out to locate the group and record the song, they were nowhere to be found (the Temptations had not been made aware of Gordy's intentions and had departed Motown's Hitsville USA recording studio for a local Detroit gospel music showcase).After spending some time looking for the Temptations, Gordy ran into the Contours (Billy Gordon, Hubert Johnson, Billy Hoggs, Joe Billingslea, Sylvester Potts, and guitarist Huey Davis) in the hallway. Wanting to record and release "Do You Love Me" as soon as possible, Gordy decided to let them have his "sure-fire hit" instead of the Temptations. The Contours, who were in danger of being dropped from the label after their first two singles ("Whole Lotta' Woman" and "The Stretch") failed to chart, were so elated at Gordy's offer that they immediately began hugging and thanking him. Instrumental backing was provided by the Funk Brothers: Joe Hunter on piano, James Jamerson on bass, and Benny Benjamin on drums.
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[anneamato]

Another great song! We must have listened to it a lot...cause I knew all the lyrics. Even sang out loud! 🙄 my 2 cats looking at me very strangely...😁. Thank you, Terry! ❤️❤️❤️

[elainecarter]

Very early in the morning, as my cat woke me up wanting out, ...must be theme going on here lol re comment nice energetic and upbeat way to start the day😊Thank you Terry...🌄

[zlatavachova]

My god creazy beautiful 🤦🏼‍♀️love rock 👏👏👏🤟

[graemesmellie]

On a day when I needed cheering up you did it cheers Terry Man love it