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Which Motown group sang the 1965 hit 'My Girl' and featured David Ruffin as lead vocalist?
Answer
The Temptations
The Temptations recorded 'My Girl' in 1964, releasing it in January 1965. It became their first #1 hit on the Billboard Hot 100 and remains one of Motown's signature songs.
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The Temptations were originally called The Elgins but had to change their name due to another group already using it.
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- The Four Tops
- The Miracles
- The Supremes
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