Essential doo-wop listening

The albums that define doo-wop.

Our picks for where to start with doo-wop — with a one-line read on why each one matters.

The doo-wop essentials

Twenty-four picks. Press play on any of them.

Title

Meghan Trainor

Title

A vibrant blend of doo-wop and contemporary pop, celebrating self-love with catchy melodies and playful lyrics.

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Truly for You

The Temptations

Truly for You

A smooth blend of soulful melodies and heartfelt lyrics, encapsulating the essence of love and longing.

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Reflections

The Temptations

Reflections

A nostalgic blend of soul and classic Motown, reimagining timeless hits with rich harmonies and smooth instrumentation.

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Still Here

The Temptations

Still Here

A heartfelt blend of soul and R&B that reflects both nostalgia and resilience in its melodies.

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All Directions

The Temptations

All Directions

A bold fusion of funk and soul that showcases The Temptations' evolution into a more experimental sound.

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Sky's the Limit

The Temptations

Sky's the Limit

Soulful melodies intertwine with introspective lyrics, creating an emotional tapestry of love and unity.

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For Lovers Only

The Temptations

For Lovers Only

A lush collection of romantic standards, blending smooth vocals with jazzy instrumentation and timeless melodies.

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1990

The Temptations

1990

A vibrant blend of funk and soul that captures the essence of early '70s musical experimentation.

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Psychedelic Shack

The Temptations

Psychedelic Shack

A vibrant blend of funk and soul that captures the spirit of the early '70s with lush arrangements and introspective lyrics.

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Fore!

Huey Lewis and the News

Fore!

A vibrant blend of rock and pop, infused with doo-wop harmonies and upbeat melodies.

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Supremes A Go Go

The Supremes

Supremes A Go Go

A vibrant blend of soul and pop, dancing between infectious rhythms and lush vocal harmonies.

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The Supremes Sing Holland–Dozier–Holland

The Supremes

The Supremes Sing Holland–Dozier–Holland

A vibrant blend of soulful melodies and infectious rhythms that epitomizes the Motown sound.

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Produced and Arranged by Jimmy Webb

The Supremes

Produced and Arranged by Jimmy Webb

Soulful melodies entwined with orchestral arrangements create a lush, emotive landscape that showcases The Supremes' vocal prowess.

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Merry Christmas

The Supremes

Merry Christmas

Soulful harmonies and lush orchestration create a festive atmosphere infused with the Supremes' signature elegance.

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Supremes Sing Rodgers and Hart

The Supremes

Supremes Sing Rodgers and Hart

The Supremes' smooth harmonies elevate timeless Rodgers and Hart classics into a shimmering pop spectacle.

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I Hear a Symphony

The Supremes

I Hear a Symphony

A lush blend of orchestral arrangements and heartfelt vocals that captures the essence of 1960s soul.

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Where Did Our Love Go

The Supremes

Where Did Our Love Go

A sublime blend of soulful melodies and polished pop harmonies that define the early Motown sound.

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More Hits by The Supremes

The Supremes

More Hits by The Supremes

Bright harmonies and emotive melodies intertwine in vibrant Motown rhythms, capturing love's complexities.

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Rock Swings

Paul Anka

Rock Swings

Classic pop standards reimagined with a swinging jazz flair, showcasing Anka's timeless vocal charisma.

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A Bit of Liverpool

The Supremes

A Bit of Liverpool

A vibrant collection of British Invasion hits reimagined through The Supremes' soulful harmonies and pop sensibilities.

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Supremes Sing Country, Western and Pop

The Supremes

Supremes Sing Country, Western and Pop

The Supremes blend smooth harmonies with country-inflected melodies, creating a unique pop crossover experience.

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We Remember Sam Cooke

The Supremes

We Remember Sam Cooke

The Supremes' smooth harmonies breathe new life into classic Sam Cooke songs with soulful elegance and vibrant instrumentation.

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Just for a Thrill

Ronnie Milsap

Just for a Thrill

A smooth blend of blue-eyed soul and classic pop standards delivered with heartfelt emotion.

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Huey Lewis and the News

Huey Lewis and the News

Huey Lewis and the News

A lively blend of rock, pop, and doo-wop energy reflecting the optimism of the early '80s.

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