David Ruffin

David Ruffin (born Davis Eli Ruffin; January 18, 1941 – June 1, 1991) was an American soul singer and musician most famous for his work as one of the lead singers of the Temptations (1964–1968) during the group's "Classic Five" period as it was later known. Ruffin was the lead voice on such famous songs as "My Girl" and "Ain't Too Proud to Beg." Known for his unique raspy and anguished tenor vocals, Ruffin was ranked as one of the 100 Greatest Singers of All Time by Rolling Stone magazine in 2008 and again in 2023. He was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1989 for his work with the Temptations. Fellow Motown recording artist Marvin Gaye once said admiringly of Ruffin that, "I heard [in his voice] a strength my own voice lacked."

I Am My Brother's Keeper - Expanded Edition - 2010-01-01T00:00:00.000000Z

The Motown Solo Albums Vol. 2 - 2006-01-01T00:00:00.000000Z

The Solo Albums, Volume 1 - 2005-01-01T00:00:00.000000Z

The Unreleased Album (Bonus Tracks) - 2004-06-25T00:00:00.000000Z

Greatest Motown Hits - 1989-01-01T00:00:00.000000Z

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