To say that Otis can't sing is insane -- if he can't sing, why/how is it that he was part of the greatest singing group of a generation? They were music superstars because they sounded great, and they would not have sounded great w/o 5 true singers. His personality and stage presence are not what you expect from a lead singer, and his voice is not as compelling as others, but he CAN sing. That's like saying a guy who starts on an NBA championship team can't play ball...what???
And people thought Otis couldn't sing. He had/has a good voice. Maybe not as good as some of the others, but it is still good. The Temptations wouldn't have sounded as good as they did if someone in the group couldn't sing. Otis was just more comfortable singing and harmonizing in the background. His biggest role was being the spokesperson and de facto leader of the Tempts. The one that was responsible for keeping everything in line. And that remains his role to this day.
Get real people. Nobody loves the Temps as much as I do, but the fact is that Otis was the only member of the original group that couldn`t sing. He stayed in the background for a reason.
@knightd12 lol a live version isnt really an indicater of singing talent i mean the temptations danced there asses off and the quality in this video is bad and this is old
@mjjcng8958 Otis played an important role in the group, singing just wasn`t his strong suit. He did things like making sure the guys showed up for rehearsals and got to the airport on time. The "My Girl" Temptations had 3 legitimate lead singers. Almost unheard of to this day. And I have heard Otis sing on a studio recording. My critique of his vocal abilities remain unchanged. LOL Love me some Temptations!
Thank you, David self-destructed so please stop blaming Otis for his demise. When the drug becomes more important than your life, your family, your career or your friends, you know its you that brought yourself down and no one else.
True Temptations fans know that everyone of them sang lead at one time or another. Many of their songs had multiple leads. they all could sing and brought a distinct soound to the group. That is what made them great. True I think there is none like Eddie, but the group was complimented by each member. Viva la Temptations music and those who love it.
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This is a perfect example why they didn`t let Otis sing lead. He was the only original singer that wasn`t a lead singer. But hey, I can`t sing either.
Otis Williams was a great manager and organizer for the Temptations.
Otis Williams was not a talented singer and was a Tempt because he own the Temptations group. All of Motown's groups are identify as Lead Singer & Band except the Temptations. Otis Williams as owner would not allow it, right so. This video is proof that Otis Williams, like most of us, can not sing. Was Otis Williams smart? Very smart man!
The Four Tops. The Commodores. The Spinners. The Jackson 5. The Andantes. The Contours. The Isley Brothers. The Marvelettes. The Originals. The Pointer Sisters. The Undisputed Truth.
The Tempts were not the only group to be about the group, not about one lead singer. It was a mutual decision, not only Otis'. The Temptations even joke about it onstage on the Talk of the Town Album. Otis can sing. He is also smart, we agree on that.
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Big props to Otis Williams with the help of Melvin Franklin for 35 years from 1960 - 1995 and Ron Tyson for the last 27 years from 1983 - present for keeping The Temptations very much alive well passed their hay days of the 1960s and 70s.
Otis sounds great. He admits he is not comfortable singing lead, but that says nothing about his talent and his beautiful voice as a lead singer, especially on ballads. Listen to Read Between the Lines, from Hear To Tempt You, or For Your Love/You Send Me from the 1995 album For Lovers Only.
Agreed, he is probably the best person to stay in the background, but not because of his lack of ability as a lead singer, but because of his ability to sing whatever part is needed when someone else leads
Again, only reason anyone would mention mid 90's work is due to the absence of David, Dennis, Eddie & Paul. Looking at things from just a singers standpoint, OK, acceptable, this with (I believe) Ollie Woodson & Al Tyson still there. Fom businessman's standpoint, very good choice. Problem is, we die-hards are stuck on The Classic 6) Includes Dennis, no sub's. The Primes brought the leads, not the Distants, and David Ruffin was beyond all of them, vocally & visually.
He only sang lead because the "original guys" weren't there? and it was a business choice? He doesn't sing lead on Pheonix rising, but it went quadruple platinum...in 1998. No leads by him, or other original members on Ear-Resistable, but that one a grammy, in 2000. I don't think it was a business choice, I think it was a song he wanted to and felt comfortable leading on, and it sounded awesome.
beyond all of them visually? honestly he did not look that good at all, he wasn't that CUTE either.
and vocally, i mean he has HIS voice, just like everyone in the group, Otis had his Voice that moved the back vocals, and in MOST of the songs you could hear him clearly in the back, Eddie has his unique falsetto that only he could do, melvin had his unique bass that only he could do and Paul has his Unique baritone that could wake the Dead, they were all essential to the group's success.
:@mrjoshjones1: Look again honey, Ruffin was one ugly ass fucker!!!!.
By the way only Ron Tyson is still there Allie Woodson left late 80s, the current members are: Otis Williams, Ron Tyson, Terry Weeks, Bruce Williamson and Joe Herndon.
Otis sang leads on the following 'I Ain't Got Nothing', shared the lead on 'I See My Child' (on the Atlantic label), and 'Can't You See Sweet Thing' (the Power LP) and a duet with Diana Ross 'For Better Or Worse' - all well done I must say
Don't forget This Guys In Love With You, with Diana Ross. and Don't Send Me Away, as well as For Your Love/You Send Me, from 1995's For Lovers Only album.
This was a pleasure to watch. I'd know Otis' voice anywhere. It's the first time I've ever seen them perform this song. One of my favorites. It's not ALWAYS all about Dennis with me!
I see there are a few comments wondering if a lot of tempts fans would recognize Otis voice if they didn't see the video...I was about 7 or 8yrs old when the way you do the things you do came out..and have been a tempts fan since..I would recognize all of the tempts voices anytime..Otis also done a solo called I aint got nothing..I think its on the temptations all directions album..he done a great job on that song as well..it was a business decision to put David out front and it worked well..
Is that Richard to the left of Otis?I know it's Melvin to the left rear ,Dennis to his right and I guess Glenn to the right rear of Otis.Then tell me this ,who is doing the tenor voice?Is it Richard?
I have heard plenty he has sung. I didn't say he was a bad singer, just that he doesn't have that type of voice that stands out. For instance David Ruffin has a gritty sound that was unmistakeable, Eddie Kendricks had that trademark falsetto, which stood right out, Melvin Franklins bass was all his own. Pauls voice was soulful...now I ask if a song was released today would you know it was Otis without then saying so? I hardly think so whereas the rest you'd know immediately
Its a matter of opinion.I think his voice does stand out. If a song was released today alot of people wouldn't know that it was Otis because alot of people never heard him sing lead before. If he was given more leads back in the 60's and 70's then most would know his voice. How are they going to recognize his voice immediately if they never heard his voice?LOL
Not true,alot of Tempt fans dont know how he sound. They probably know now because of youtube and the internet. I dont know why Otis didnt sing more, but according to him,the Tempts were a group of 5 lead singers
A totally different " Stand By Me".And I love this rendition.He may not be David Ruffin,or Eddie Kendrick, but he still gets my vote.I love "Don't Send Me Away".He really tore it up on that one.He "CAN" sing.
Any more footage from that show?Man I dig that performance and the song is a smash.I never heard it before until here on YouTube,and I've been a Temp fan for like....ever! And I'm 63 years young......
gemini64100 I totally agree with you regarding your comment. David was a very talented man like all the other Temptations its a shame that he got caught up in drugs.
I have so much respect for the entire group but i know that it was a challenge for Otis to keep the group together, like so many others say it;s not the same without the originals. keep up the good work mr. Otis in remembrance of Paul, David, Melvin, Eddie & Al.
Otis also co-wrote this song along with "Treat Her Like a Lady" and others that the group sing...
Since I was not there, I have little to say about how the group was run, but if any of you have ever been in a band or singing group (even with family), it can be quite a challenge holding things together...imagine all of the Temptations combustible energy in one group...I can only imagine the many times when it could have fallen apart totally...I'm glad that it didn't under any circumstances!
Who was the group for? A group stands together no matter what. I guess it was kind a like the Dallas Cowboys, the players change threw the years. But they are still the Dallas Cowboys.
:@Motownluver: AMEN TO DAT!!!, BUT HE PROBABLY DOESN'T CARE BECAUSE HE KEPT THE GROUP TOGETHER FOR 50 WHOLE YEARS, DESPITE THE MANY PERSONNEL CHANGES IT HAS FACED.
for those who thought otis was living off of the voices of the temptations - look like you're going to have to eat those words. Otis can sing I LOVE his VOICE ! I just finish reading his book. otis is a good man.
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I'm sorry to contradict you -- but this video proves he cannot sing at all. Not lead anyway. He was a great background singer, though, and without his voice the Tempts would not have sounded the same.
i agree lol...Otis wanted the power and he got rid of the talent or helped get rid of the talent lol...ill give him one credit he can keep the harmony but he is no lead singer...They should of let Richard sing that song...he would of never got to sing that song if he was with the classic group..ruffin kendricks paul and melvin and him..he was def the last guy i would pick to hear in many lineups...but im glad hes earning his check lol
Otis never tried to take full control of the group. He just did not put up with any behavior that could screw up the group. He removed Ruffin from the group because of his constant drug abuse, irresponsibility (skipping rehearsals and even shows), and his egostical personality (he beleived he was better, more important than the rest of the group). His saying, "NO-ONE is bigger than the group." had kept them from destroying themselves for 50 whole years.
All 4 Tempts fired Ruffin. Otis can sing lead believe it or not, its a matter of opinion, but after seeing the movie which is half fiction, most will not like him, but he definitely did his thing on I'll Be There.
Oooooooooooo my goodness. Are you kidding me! I never thought this would have been performed live. Man I love this song by the Temps...a rare Otis lead and a great song overall. Thank you for posting this...I really appreciate it :)
I always thought that Otis had and still has a beautiful voice. He just have to find the ideal song to match his voice. And, this song fits perfectly for him, IMO
Otis was the main man with the group without him there was no Temps!
ggkolar 1 week ago
I wonder if David Ruffin ever say Otis sing like this?????????????
sjwatzek1 1 month ago
Otis Williams...The last original member of the Temptations
flyflashynyoung 1 month ago
I like Otis Williams, he sings good in the songs that he needs to sing good in, he's not that bad.
qwertymanor 2 months ago 4
What show is this from? I'm guessing this is from around 1976?
Veggieman87 3 months ago
Mr. Otis sounds Great. Why he never had more leads? who knows?
lifelove240 4 months ago
Otis could sing
TheAking2010 4 months ago
To say that Otis can't sing is insane -- if he can't sing, why/how is it that he was part of the greatest singing group of a generation? They were music superstars because they sounded great, and they would not have sounded great w/o 5 true singers. His personality and stage presence are not what you expect from a lead singer, and his voice is not as compelling as others, but he CAN sing. That's like saying a guy who starts on an NBA championship team can't play ball...what???
temptsfan2 7 months ago
And people thought Otis couldn't sing. He had/has a good voice. Maybe not as good as some of the others, but it is still good. The Temptations wouldn't have sounded as good as they did if someone in the group couldn't sing. Otis was just more comfortable singing and harmonizing in the background. His biggest role was being the spokesperson and de facto leader of the Tempts. The one that was responsible for keeping everything in line. And that remains his role to this day.
tommiexander 7 months ago
das ist doch ein deutscher sender der das übertragen hat oder ? :)
MrSackmachine 8 months ago
Darlene baby of 5'2 although your small in size your love out measures you. (thats a lot of love)
sykes729 8 months ago
Otis Williams talent and strength is in musical management, not in singing. Would you buy this record?
irocproject 10 months ago
@irocproject The studio release of this isn't bad if you like that mid '70s Motown sound. This live version is awful.
zebop 6 days ago
Get real people. Nobody loves the Temps as much as I do, but the fact is that Otis was the only member of the original group that couldn`t sing. He stayed in the background for a reason.
knightd12 11 months ago
@knightd12 lol a live version isnt really an indicater of singing talent i mean the temptations danced there asses off and the quality in this video is bad and this is old
mjjcng8958 9 months ago
@mjjcng8958 Otis played an important role in the group, singing just wasn`t his strong suit. He did things like making sure the guys showed up for rehearsals and got to the airport on time. The "My Girl" Temptations had 3 legitimate lead singers. Almost unheard of to this day. And I have heard Otis sing on a studio recording. My critique of his vocal abilities remain unchanged. LOL Love me some Temptations!
knightd12 9 months ago
@knightd12 that is all good but i think he is good.
mjjcng8958 9 months ago
@knightd12
you say my girl had 3 lead singers? david and who else??, please let me know!!!
jjc0929 6 months ago
@knightd12 That brother could sing. Don't believe me, then check out Don't Send Me Away and The Temptations covers of Let It Be and I'll Be There.
icecolddude96 8 months ago
Thank you, David self-destructed so please stop blaming Otis for his demise. When the drug becomes more important than your life, your family, your career or your friends, you know its you that brought yourself down and no one else.
winsome1235 11 months ago
Otis Sung Darling Stand By Me He Actually Is a Very good singer WOW He should have sung more leads G.L.K.
khorton22 1 year ago
Otis Sung Darling Stand By Me He Actually Is a Very good singer WOW He should have sung more leads G.L.K.
khorton22 1 year ago
True Temptations fans know that everyone of them sang lead at one time or another. Many of their songs had multiple leads. they all could sing and brought a distinct soound to the group. That is what made them great. True I think there is none like Eddie, but the group was complimented by each member. Viva la Temptations music and those who love it.
ralKam08 1 year ago
Otis should have had more leads. he added a whole other "spinners" kind of element to the temps sound.
gittahfiend 1 year ago
@gittahfiend exactly !the spinners come to my mind otis, sings very well. could have got a job with that group too
TheSoulman44 4 months ago
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GiveMeTheDefinition 1 year ago
Billboard 100 is a Baseline to measure music.
Stock Charts are Baselines to measure companies.
Is this song on the Billboard 100 hit?
Otis sung the song , like everyone else, to eat.
Now, if you want to buy Otis a new Cadillac?
Otis won't complain.
woo142 1 year ago
@Marialark47 If you drew a L chart
Vertical Axis : Talent
Horizontal Axis : Time
The Temptations peak with David Ruffin singing lead.
All people excell in a role.
Otis Williams role is The Temptations survival, business and group owner.
Otis Williams is great in his role.
woo142 1 year ago
@Marialark47 you know those sandwiches taste is good !
woo142 1 year ago
@Marialark47 In the Temptations movie Barry Gordy character said it best:
"if you were down to your last dollar, would you buy this record or a sandwich?"
Otis Williams song a sandwich with a famous name.
If you change or remove The Temptations group name.
The group is now called "Big O and The Xmen".
Marialark47, would you still say Otis Williams can sing good?
Marialark47 is already on the third sandwich !
woo142 1 year ago
This is the FIRST time I've EVER seen Otis take center stage and sing. He should've done more of this. He is really, really good.
Vincent50 1 year ago
I love Otis voice I wish he would have sang lead more often
Marialark47 1 year ago
I never knew Otis had such a beautiful voice. What wonderful song, I enjoyed this song alot.
Marialark47 1 year ago
This is a perfect example why they didn`t let Otis sing lead. He was the only original singer that wasn`t a lead singer. But hey, I can`t sing either.
knightd12 1 year ago
How to hire an Evaluator.
Temptations Movie Quote
"if you were down to you last dollar would you buy this record or buy a sandwich ?"
woo142 1 year ago
Otis own the Temptations.
Otis responsibility to Motown was to bring in revenue.
Question: Why didn't Otis sing lead in the 60s ?
Norman Whitfield, Smokey Robinson nor Barry Gordy was allow it!
Saying Otis sounds good is indirectly saying you have a better ear for music than Whitfield, Robinson or Gordy.
Otis Can't Sing. Kissing Otis Butt Won't Help You!
woo142 1 year ago
Otis Williams was a great manager and organizer for the Temptations.
Otis Williams was not a talented singer and was a Tempt because he own the Temptations group. All of Motown's groups are identify as Lead Singer & Band except the Temptations. Otis Williams as owner would not allow it, right so. This video is proof that Otis Williams, like most of us, can not sing. Was Otis Williams smart? Very smart man!
woo142 1 year ago
@woo142 What are talking about Otis has a beautiful voice, He didnt like lead becuase he is shy,and did not like the attention,
Marialark47 1 year ago
@woo142
The Four Tops. The Commodores. The Spinners. The Jackson 5. The Andantes. The Contours. The Isley Brothers. The Marvelettes. The Originals. The Pointer Sisters. The Undisputed Truth.
The Tempts were not the only group to be about the group, not about one lead singer. It was a mutual decision, not only Otis'. The Temptations even joke about it onstage on the Talk of the Town Album. Otis can sing. He is also smart, we agree on that.
JakeJax 1 year ago
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waybackintheday101 1 year ago
Great as always!!!
MadameP11 1 year ago
like the group but to much dont like the song
theshit605 1 year ago
@topsmaniac you told them the truth, Otis is a great artist and business man. Great job Temptations.
Icue160Music 1 year ago
Otis sounds like shit on this video. lmao @ some of your comments. It is clear why he was in the background while David and Eddie got the leads.
cowboys3000 1 year ago
@cowboys3000 ur so right i agree.
opinionated99 1 year ago
@cowboys3000 Hey Genius, If you knew anything about music
you'd realize that the background is just as important as the lead.
Also, it takes a lot of talent to last in the music business as long as
Otis has. What's your claim to fame ?
topsmaniac 1 year ago 3
Big props to Otis Williams with the help of Melvin Franklin for 35 years from 1960 - 1995 and Ron Tyson for the last 27 years from 1983 - present for keeping The Temptations very much alive well passed their hay days of the 1960s and 70s.
Jennykate1985 1 year ago 2
@Jennykate1985 I agree 100%
topsmaniac 1 year ago
We all have our TEMPT's fav'c, MINE?
I've listed them many times and their names grace the leads of every Tempts
#1 & TOP 10 record from '62 thru '71, need I say more?
The current group with Otis are outstanding, but, my fav's are HOF ORIGINAL
Dennis Edwards and the Tempts Review, Paul WIlliams Jr (A very humble and
ultra talented singer, David Sea, and the other two fella's.
It's all good.
mrjoshjones1 1 year ago
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mrjoshjones1 1 year ago
It sure is nice to see Otis singing lead for a change =D
rioboy13 1 year ago
Otis sound good singing lead
tonnyy06 2 years ago
this group could really move!
josiefogg1 2 years ago
Otis sucks!
dalcowb 2 years ago
Ya'll too polite on the Otis "tribute".
Otis is a background singer, not a lead
singer.
Listen to the old Distants records, you''
understand.
BTW, why would he have wanted more leads when he realized what (they) had with David, Eddie & Paul?
No way in the universe he would have wanted embarrass himself.
mrjoshjones1 2 years ago
Otis sounds great. He admits he is not comfortable singing lead, but that says nothing about his talent and his beautiful voice as a lead singer, especially on ballads. Listen to Read Between the Lines, from Hear To Tempt You, or For Your Love/You Send Me from the 1995 album For Lovers Only.
Agreed, he is probably the best person to stay in the background, but not because of his lack of ability as a lead singer, but because of his ability to sing whatever part is needed when someone else leads
JakeJax 2 years ago 17
mrjoshjones1 2 years ago
He only sang lead because the "original guys" weren't there? and it was a business choice? He doesn't sing lead on Pheonix rising, but it went quadruple platinum...in 1998. No leads by him, or other original members on Ear-Resistable, but that one a grammy, in 2000. I don't think it was a business choice, I think it was a song he wanted to and felt comfortable leading on, and it sounded awesome.
By the way his name is Ron Tyson, not Al.
JakeJax 2 years ago
beyond all of them visually? honestly he did not look that good at all, he wasn't that CUTE either.
and vocally, i mean he has HIS voice, just like everyone in the group, Otis had his Voice that moved the back vocals, and in MOST of the songs you could hear him clearly in the back, Eddie has his unique falsetto that only he could do, melvin had his unique bass that only he could do and Paul has his Unique baritone that could wake the Dead, they were all essential to the group's success.
jjc0929 1 year ago 4
:@mrjoshjones1: Look again honey, Ruffin was one ugly ass fucker!!!!.
By the way only Ron Tyson is still there Allie Woodson left late 80s, the current members are: Otis Williams, Ron Tyson, Terry Weeks, Bruce Williamson and Joe Herndon.
Jennykate1985 1 year ago
@JakeJax You Nailed It !
topsmaniac 1 year ago
@JakeJax Very nicely said. His voice is not the strongest for lead parts, but he can fit in anywhere you need him, which takes just as much skill.
Veggieman87 3 months ago
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HutchyV 2 years ago
Otis sang leads on the following 'I Ain't Got Nothing', shared the lead on 'I See My Child' (on the Atlantic label), and 'Can't You See Sweet Thing' (the Power LP) and a duet with Diana Ross 'For Better Or Worse' - all well done I must say
curet30 2 years ago
Don't forget This Guys In Love With You, with Diana Ross. and Don't Send Me Away, as well as For Your Love/You Send Me, from 1995's For Lovers Only album.
JakeJax 2 years ago
This was a pleasure to watch. I'd know Otis' voice anywhere. It's the first time I've ever seen them perform this song. One of my favorites. It's not ALWAYS all about Dennis with me!
cathkarr 2 years ago
I see there are a few comments wondering if a lot of tempts fans would recognize Otis voice if they didn't see the video...I was about 7 or 8yrs old when the way you do the things you do came out..and have been a tempts fan since..I would recognize all of the tempts voices anytime..Otis also done a solo called I aint got nothing..I think its on the temptations all directions album..he done a great job on that song as well..it was a business decision to put David out front and it worked well..
jayceexx 2 years ago
Is that Richard to the left of Otis?I know it's Melvin to the left rear ,Dennis to his right and I guess Glenn to the right rear of Otis.Then tell me this ,who is doing the tenor voice?Is it Richard?
Screwball263 2 years ago
Wonder why "whatiship73" only named 4 Tempts?Wonder if he,or she,intentionally left out Dennis Edwards name, or was it an honest mistake.....
Screwball263 2 years ago
....honest mistake....sorry!
whatiship73 2 years ago 6
Thanks' whatiship'.I knew it was an honest mistake......It's all good....(smile)
Screwball263 2 years ago
@Screwball263 True dat man.
33street71 1 year ago
He sings, yes & not bad, but he doesn't have that type of voice that stands out.
bauderjl 2 years ago
This song doesnt do his voice justice,he has better leads on other songs
tuzwol 2 years ago
I have heard plenty he has sung. I didn't say he was a bad singer, just that he doesn't have that type of voice that stands out. For instance David Ruffin has a gritty sound that was unmistakeable, Eddie Kendricks had that trademark falsetto, which stood right out, Melvin Franklins bass was all his own. Pauls voice was soulful...now I ask if a song was released today would you know it was Otis without then saying so? I hardly think so whereas the rest you'd know immediately
bauderjl 2 years ago
Its a matter of opinion.I think his voice does stand out. If a song was released today alot of people wouldn't know that it was Otis because alot of people never heard him sing lead before. If he was given more leads back in the 60's and 70's then most would know his voice. How are they going to recognize his voice immediately if they never heard his voice?LOL
tuzwol 2 years ago
True enough. but most die hard temp fans would have heard Otis sing before, and would they pick him out?
FYI.. Otis didn't really want the leads
bauderjl 2 years ago
Not true,alot of Tempt fans dont know how he sound. They probably know now because of youtube and the internet. I dont know why Otis didnt sing more, but according to him,the Tempts were a group of 5 lead singers
tuzwol 2 years ago
Yes, and we do.
JakeJax 2 years ago
ben E king is the king
xxxairmaxnek125 2 years ago
this is a different song
tuzwol 2 years ago
A totally different " Stand By Me".And I love this rendition.He may not be David Ruffin,or Eddie Kendrick, but he still gets my vote.I love "Don't Send Me Away".He really tore it up on that one.He "CAN" sing.
Screwball263 2 years ago
Any more footage from that show?Man I dig that performance and the song is a smash.I never heard it before until here on YouTube,and I've been a Temp fan for like....ever! And I'm 63 years young......
Screwball263 2 years ago
never heard otis sing lead until now. he has a good voice. LOL
kiddiequeenofmotown 2 years ago 2
anyone know what year this was recorded,and where?I'm guessing early 70's or so?
Screwball263 2 years ago
1975
kiddiequeenofmotown 2 years ago
Well the way I see it ,first and foremost,the man "CAN' sing.Which is saying a lot.Keep on keeping on "Big O"
Screwball263 2 years ago
The man is versatile indeed. 1st tenor 2nd tenor and baritone, and occasionally lead singer. Better background voice though
djreelballer 2 years ago
gemini64100 I totally agree with you regarding your comment. David was a very talented man like all the other Temptations its a shame that he got caught up in drugs.
yec50 2 years ago
Whatever u may think about Mr. Otis he did not give David those drugs
gemini64100 2 years ago 2
Otis is a great singer
tuzwol 2 years ago 3
I have so much respect for the entire group but i know that it was a challenge for Otis to keep the group together, like so many others say it;s not the same without the originals. keep up the good work mr. Otis in remembrance of Paul, David, Melvin, Eddie & Al.
gemini64100 2 years ago
Otis also co-wrote this song along with "Treat Her Like a Lady" and others that the group sing...
Since I was not there, I have little to say about how the group was run, but if any of you have ever been in a band or singing group (even with family), it can be quite a challenge holding things together...imagine all of the Temptations combustible energy in one group...I can only imagine the many times when it could have fallen apart totally...I'm glad that it didn't under any circumstances!
hollidayevery 2 years ago
Who was the group for? A group stands together no matter what. I guess it was kind a like the Dallas Cowboys, the players change threw the years. But they are still the Dallas Cowboys.
depom55 2 years ago
i wish there was a video of him singing "Read between the Lines" or "Dont Send me away"
jjc0929 2 years ago
Oh i did'nt know Otis can sing. He's been slated over the years that he cannot sing. Not bad Otis.
yec50 2 years ago
wow, im shocked, he has a Very VERSATILE voice, Low, mid High, TAKE THAT HATERS
jjc0929 2 years ago
:@jjc0929: AMEN TO DAT!!!, TELL IT TO ALL THE HATERS!!!.
Jennykate1985 1 year ago
otis never got the credit he deserved x
Motownluver1 2 years ago 3
:@Motownluver: AMEN TO DAT!!!, BUT HE PROBABLY DOESN'T CARE BECAUSE HE KEPT THE GROUP TOGETHER FOR 50 WHOLE YEARS, DESPITE THE MANY PERSONNEL CHANGES IT HAS FACED.
Jennykate1985 1 year ago
@Jennykate1985 Phenominal ! All Props To Otis Williams !!!!
topsmaniac 1 year ago
Very fun clip! Thank you for posting.
ChefDeora 2 years ago
for those who thought otis was living off of the voices of the temptations - look like you're going to have to eat those words. Otis can sing I LOVE his VOICE ! I just finish reading his book. otis is a good man.
Edandkat4ever 2 years ago 3
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I'm sorry to contradict you -- but this video proves he cannot sing at all. Not lead anyway. He was a great background singer, though, and without his voice the Tempts would not have sounded the same.
DandJRuffin 2 years ago
he was u serious he sang lead on one song wow!!!!!!!
Dymes10 2 years ago
it is around 5 songs
millsbrothers 2 years ago
i'll be there, Ain't got nothing, Read between the lines, Don't send me away, Stand by me.
jjc0929 2 years ago
forgot.
This guy's in love with you, The Christmas song, and he sang a Lead in "Let it be" which i think he sounds BEST.
jjc0929 2 years ago
He sang on more than 1 song
tuzwol 2 years ago 2
otis should have gottin more lead i love his voice it so smooth to me
simonsez0800 2 years ago 3
Hey Whatiship,you forgot Dennis Edwards
Louis Price did'nt come along 'til 1977
and left briefly thereafter, later one of the
splinter group of Drifters. Truth is, Otis is
a snob and always was, kind of Diana Ross minus the charisma. Got tired of
being 5th guy on the Tempts totem pole.
asj619650 2 years ago
i agree lol...Otis wanted the power and he got rid of the talent or helped get rid of the talent lol...ill give him one credit he can keep the harmony but he is no lead singer...They should of let Richard sing that song...he would of never got to sing that song if he was with the classic group..ruffin kendricks paul and melvin and him..he was def the last guy i would pick to hear in many lineups...but im glad hes earning his check lol
matt8786 2 years ago
Otis never tried to take full control of the group. He just did not put up with any behavior that could screw up the group. He removed Ruffin from the group because of his constant drug abuse, irresponsibility (skipping rehearsals and even shows), and his egostical personality (he beleived he was better, more important than the rest of the group). His saying, "NO-ONE is bigger than the group." had kept them from destroying themselves for 50 whole years.
DeathCabForJordan 2 years ago
Otis didn"t get rid of David got rid of himself.
gemini64100 2 years ago 9
All of them fired Ruffin, it was unanimous, all 4 Temptations fired David Ruffin
tuzwol 2 years ago
All 4 Tempts fired Ruffin. Otis can sing lead believe it or not, its a matter of opinion, but after seeing the movie which is half fiction, most will not like him, but he definitely did his thing on I'll Be There.
tuzwol 2 years ago
Keep watching the movie
tuzwol 2 years ago
Awsome!!! Great Video. Otis is so underrated!
temps4life16 2 years ago 3
Oooooooooooo my goodness. Are you kidding me! I never thought this would have been performed live. Man I love this song by the Temps...a rare Otis lead and a great song overall. Thank you for posting this...I really appreciate it :)
oxnardmontolvo 2 years ago 2
any otis haters that think he was just the "leach"of the tempts will get a reality check when they hear this song,great job
dakliq420 2 years ago 3
The Temptations movie is really good..they sound the same in the movie as they do in this video
trojanfield3 3 years ago
A rare lead vocal by Otis Williams! Nice!
HowieP 3 years ago
i love this song..!
loversister314 3 years ago
i love this!
(:
Uhmmyeah 3 years ago
Well done..Enjoyed it
-Emile
ejworthy 3 years ago
I always thought that Otis had and still has a beautiful voice. He just have to find the ideal song to match his voice. And, this song fits perfectly for him, IMO
baxstar 3 years ago 2
At 2:00, you can see sweat drip off his chin. Haha!
TemptationsFan1995 3 years ago
Otis sings well,great post
tuzwol 3 years ago
I always really liked this song, glad to see that the Tempts performed it for a time, Otis sounds in great form
nylerobin 3 years ago