The Marvelettes
In Full Bloom
Written-By – J. Dean, S. Bowden, Wm. Weatherspoon
2:57
A2 Sunshine Days
Written-By – J. Bradford, R. Miner
3:05
A3 That's How Heartaches Are Made
Written-By – B. Raleigh, B. Halley
2:55
A4 The Truth's Outside My Door
Written-By – J. Bradford, R. Miner
2:42
A5 I Have Someone (Who Loves Me Too)
Written-By – J. Dean, P. Riser, Wm. Weatherspoon
2:54
A6 Uptown
Written-By – B. Mann, C. Well
2:27
B1 At Last I See Love As It Really Is
Written-By – J. Dean, S. McMullen, Wm. Weatherspoon
2:50
B2 Now Is The Time For Love
Written-By – J. Dean, S. Bowden, Wm. Weatherspoon
2:50
B3 Too Many Tears, Too Many Times
Written-By – E. Dozier, I. Hunter, Wm. Stevenson
3:01
B4 Rainy Mourning
Written-By – B. Verdi, I. Hunter
2:51
B5 Everybody Knows (But You)
Written-By – H. Cosby, W. Washington
2:48
B6 Love Silent, Love Deep
Written-By – J. Dean, Wm. Weatherspoon
2:58
Label: Tamla – TS288
Format: Vinyl, LP, Album
Country: US
Released: 1969
Genre: R&B Funk, Soul
Style: Sixties Soul, Motown
Sophisticated Soul
Written-By – Wm. Robinson 2:30
A2 Destination: Anywhere
Written-By – Ashford, Simpson 2:35
A3 I'm Gonna Hold On Long As I Can
Written-By – Wilson, Manns 2:42
A4 Here I Am Baby
Written-By – Wm. Robinson 2:43
A5 You're The One For Me Bobby
Written-By – Wm. Robinson 2:29
A6 Reachin' For Something I Can't Have
Written-By – Weatherspoon, Dean, Weatherspoon 2:44
B1 Your Love Can Save Me
Written-By – Ashford, Simpson 2:34
B2 You're The One
Written-By – Wm. Robinson 2:47
B3 Don't Make Hurting Me A Habit
Written-By – Dean, Weatherspoon, Barnes 2:52
B4 What's Easy For Two Is Hard For One
Written-By – Wm. Robinson 2:39
B5 The Stranger
Written-By – I. Hunter 2:56
B6 Someway, Somehow
Written-By – Morris, Moy 2:27
Label: Tamla – TS286
Format: Vinyl, LP, Album
Country: US
Released: 1968
Genre: R&B Soul
Style: Sixties Soul, Motown
The Marvelettes' Sophisticated Soul (1968) is widely hailed as a standout, showcasing the group's mature, jazzier, and funkier direction, with strong vocals from Wanda Young and a shift towards richer, more complex Motown sounds, featuring hits like "My Baby Must Be a Magician," "Here I Am Baby," and "Destination: Anywhere". Critics praise its cohesive quality, great production, and how it moves beyond typical girl-group pop to a more adult, soulful groove, making it a beloved gem in their catalog.
The album marks a significant growth for the group, moving from bubbly pop to sophisticated, jazz-infused soul, with influences from funk and psychedelia.
Wanda Young's powerful, emotive lead vocals are a highlight, particularly on tracks like "Destination: Anywhere," with some calling it her best work.
It features memorable tracks like Smokey Robinson's "My Baby Must Be a Magician" and the funky "Here I Am Baby," showcasing varied styles, and is praised for its rich, complex arrangements and cohesive feel, making almost every track shine, unlike some other Motown releases.
It is often considered one of Motown's best albums, yet sometimes overshadowed by The Supremes or Martha Reeves, despite its quality.
Considered a must-have for soul fans, with strong ratings on sites like Discogs. A testament to Motown's musical growth in the late '60s, offering both mellow ballads and spunky dance tracks.
The Return Of The Marvelettes
Written-By – S. Hutchinson
2:50
A2 Marionette
Written-By – W. Robinson, W. Stevenson
3:30
A3 That's How Heartaches Are Made
Written-By – B. Raleigh, B. Halley
2:57
A4 A Breath Taking Guy
Written-By – W. Robinson
3:25
A5 No More Tearstained Make Up
Written-By – W. Robinson
3:20
A6 Uptown
Written-By – B. Mann, C. Weil
2:28
B1 Someday We'll Be Together
Written-By – H. Fuqua, J. Bristol, R. Beavers
3:10
B2 After All
Written-By – W. Robinson
3:15
B3 Our Lips Just Seem To Rhyme Everytime
Written-By – A. Cleveland, W. Robinson
3:05
B4 Fading Away
Written-By – R. Rogers, W. Robinson, W. Moore
2:49
B5 Take Me Where You Go
Written-By – W. Robinson, W. Moore
3:30
B6 I'll Be In Trouble
Written-By – W. Robinson
2:46
Label: Tamla – TS 305
Format: Vinyl, LP, Album
Country: US
Released: 1970
Genre: R&B Funk, Soul
Style: Seventies Soul, Motown
The Ultimate Collection
Written-By – Brian Holland, Freddie Gorman, Georgia Dobbins, Robert Bateman, William Garrett
2:28
2 Playboy
Written-By – Brian Holland, Gladys Horton, Robert Bateman, William "Mickey" Stevenson
2:48
3 So Long Baby
Written-By – Brian Holland, James Young (7), Robert Bateman
2:51
4 Beechwood 4-5789
Written-By – Marvin Gaye, William "Mickey" Stevenson
2:12
5 Someday, Someway
Written-By – Brian Holland, Freddie Gorman, Lamont Dozier
2:36
6 Strange I Know
Written-By – Brian Holland, Freddie Gorman, Lamont Dozier
2:38
7 Too Strong To Be Strung Along
Written-By – Brian Holland, Freddie Gorman, Lamont Dozier
2:22
8 Twistin' Postman
Written-By – Brian Holland, William "Mickey' Stevenson
2:27
9 Locking Up My Heart
Written-By – Brian Holland, Lamont Dozier & Edward Holland Jr.
2:22
10 Forever
Written-By – Brian Holland, Freddie Gorman, Lamont Dozier
2:21
11 My Daddy Knows Best
Written-By – Berry Gordy
2:28
12 As Long As I Know He's Mine
Written-By – William "Smokey" Robinson
2:30
13 He's A Good Guy (Yes He Is)
Written-By – William "Smokey" Robinson
2:36
14 You're My Remedy
Written-By – William "Smokey" Robinson
2:48
15 Too Many Fish In The Sea
Written-By – Edward Holland, Jr., Norman Whitfield
2:27
16 I'll Keep Holding On
Written-By – Ivy Jo Hunter, William "Mickey" Stevenson
2:27
17 Danger Heartbreak Dead Ahead
Written-By – Clarence Paul, Ivy Jo Hunter, William "Mickey" Stevenson
2:24
18 Don't Mess With Bill
Written-By – William "Smokey" Robinson
2:50
19 You're The One
Written-By – William "Smokey" Robinson
2:48
20 My Baby Must Be A Magician
Written-By – William "Smokey" Robinson
2:33
21 The Hunter Gets Captured By The Game
Written-By – William "Smokey" Robinson
2:48
22 Destination: Anywhere
Written-By – Nickolas Ashford & Valerie Simpson
2:38
23 Here I Am Baby
Written-By – William "Smokey" Robinson
2:48
24 When You're Young And In Love
Written-By – Van McCoy
2:39
25 That's How Heartaches Are Made
Written-By – Ben Raleigh, Bob Halley
2:57
Label: Motown – 314530856-2
Format: CD, Compilation
Country: US
Released: 1998
Genre: R&B Soul, Pop
Style: Sixties Soul, Motown