Diana Ross and The Supremes: “In and Out of Love” – A Motown Masterpiece Navigates the Tides of Romance
Ah, the Supremes. That name alone conjures up images of shimmering gowns, synchronized dance moves, and the unforgettable voice of Diana Ross. But beneath the glitz and glamour, The Supremes delivered some of the most powerful and relatable pop music of their era. One such song is the 1967 masterpiece, “In and Out of Love”.
Background
Released at a pivotal point in the group’s history, “In and Out of Love” captured the complexities of young love with a sophistication that resonated with a maturing audience.
While earlier Supremes hits reveled in the innocent joy of teenage romance, “In and Out of Love” delves into the emotional rollercoaster of a more established relationship.
Composed by the legendary Motown songwriting trio Holland-Dozier-Holland, the song is a prime example of their ability to craft catchy melodies that carried profound lyrical weight.
Diana Ross’ vocals are the centerpiece of the song. She delivers a nuanced performance, shifting from vulnerability to frustration with a maturity that belied her young age.
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Lyrics
🎵 Let’s sing along with the lyrics! 🎤
Keep falling in and out of love (Keep falling in and out of love)In search for what I’m dreaming ofI long to find a love I’m sure aboutThat certain kind of love that moves all doubtsKeep falling in and out of love (Keep falling in and out of love)Still searching for that special one (Still searching for that special one)To whom I can give my love completelyAnd feel a lasting love so sweetlyJust when I feel sure love’s here to stayIt seems to suddenly just fade awayCan’t seem to find that everlasting loveThat this heart of mine needs so much ofKeep falling in and out of love (Keep falling in and out of love)Can’t seem to find the lasting kind (Can’t seem to find the lasting kind)It seems I can’t find the joy I needLove always somehow all goes wrong for meOoh, I keep reaching out for tendernessTouching a hand that holds emptinessWell I’m looking for a love that lingers onLong after that first kiss is goneThat kind of love that keeps burning brightLong after we’ve said goodnightKeep falling In And Out Of Love (Keep falling in and out of love)In search for what I’m dreaming of (Keep falling in and out of love)Keep falling In And Out Of Love