Motown cover

Released 23 years ago this June

Motown

Michael McDonald · 2003

56 min · 14 tracks · R&B · soul · soft rock

A soulful tribute where McDonald wraps his smooth vocals around classic Motown hits with heartfelt reverence.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • soulful sing-alongs with friends
  • nostalgic reflections on love
  • late-night smooth listening vibes
  • dynamic flow with emotional peaks

Maybe skip if you want

  • seekers of instant gratification
  • prefer experimental soundscapes

Where this album fits

Career context
By the time 'Motown' was released in 2003, Michael McDonald had established himself as a prominent solo artist following his early work with The Doobie Brothers. This album came after a hiatus from original material, marking a return to the spotlight by revisiting the timeless songs of Motown's golden era, showcasing his distinctive blue-eyed soul style.
Stylistic neighbors
Toto· Steely Dan· Hall & Oates

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 I Heard It Through the Grapevine 3:44
  • 2 You Are Everything 2:48
  • 3 Signed, Sealed, Delivered I’m Yours 4:07
  • 4 I’m Gonna Make You Love Me 3:56
  • 5 Ain’t Nothing Like the Real Thing 2:48
  • 6 Reflections 3:22
  • 7 How Sweet It Is (to Be Loved by You) 5:21
  • 8 Ain’t No Mountain High Enough 2:49
  • 9 All in Love Is Fair 3:31
  • 10 I Want You 4:27
  • 11 Distant Lover 4:20
  • 12 I Believe (When I Fall in Love It Will Be Forever) 5:05
  • 13 Since I Lost My Baby 4:34
  • 14 Too High 5:25

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