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Stop! In the Name of Love

The Supremes · 1965

5 min · 2 tracks · R&B · soul · disco

A harmonious blend of soulful vocals and lush orchestration that captures the essence of 60s Motown.

Stop! In the Name of Love is a single by The Supremes, released in 1965. A harmonious blend of soulful vocals and lush orchestration that captures the essence of 60s Motown. The album's title track reached number one on the Billboard Hot 100 chart, becoming a defining anthem of the Motown sound. Its success contributed to The Supremes' status as cultural icons and helped pave the way for future female artists in pop music. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Stop! In the Name of Love sound like?

A harmonious blend of soulful vocals and lush orchestration that captures the essence of 60s Motown. Rooted in R&B and soul.

What makes Stop! In the Name of Love by The Supremes notable?

The album's title track reached number one on the Billboard Hot 100 chart, becoming a defining anthem of the Motown sound. Its success contributed to The Supremes' status as cultural icons and helped pave the way for future female artists in pop music. By 1965, The Supremes had already established themselves as Motown's leading act, following their breakthrough with 'Where Did Our Love Go' in 1964. 'Stop! In the Name of Love' was their sixth single and solidified their dominance in the pop and R&B charts during this period.

How many songs are on Stop! In the Name of Love?

Stop! In the Name of Love has 2 tracks, running approximately 5 minutes.

Tracklist

2 tracks·5:09

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

  • 1 Stop! In the Name of Love Standout 2:51
  • 2 I’m in Love Again Standout 2:18

Release Date

February 8, 1965

Genre

disco, soul

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Artist Origin

United States

Runtime

5 min 9 sec