Berry Gordy turns 95

Berry Gordy turns 95

ByJohn

Berry Gordy today he turns 95. Who is Berry Gordy? A legend. He is the founder of Motown Recordsthe record label that thanks to its talent has given the world the wonderful masterpieces of wonderful artists such as Jackie Wilson, Marvin Gaye, Supremes, Temptations, Commodores, Stevie Wonder, Jackson 5. Before starting his own label in 1959, Berry was a songwriter. And it was so even after founding it. We celebrate his venerable age by offering you a compilation of songs he wrote (almost always with others).

“Reet petite” – Jackie Wilson (1957)

“Lonely teardrops” – Jackie Wilson (1958)

“All I could do is cry” – Etta James (1960)

“Shop around” – Miracles (1960)

“Do you love me” – Contours (1962)

“Try it baby” – Marvin Gaye (1964)

“I’m livin’ in shame” – Supremes (1969)

“I want you back” – Jackson 5 (1969)

“ABC” – Jackson 5 (1970)

“I’ll be there” – Jackson 5 (1970)

“Mama’s pearl” – Jackson 5 (1971)

“We’ve got a good thing going” – Michael Jackson (1972)

John
John

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