The Supremes: A Harmonious Trio and Their Timeless Legacy
The Supremes, a legendary female trio, dominated the music scene in the 1960s with their soulful harmonies and captivating performances.
Background
Led by the iconic Diana Ross, the group achieved unparalleled success, producing a string of hit songs that continue to be celebrated today.
Among their most popular tracks is “Stoned Love”, a psychedelic soul masterpiece that showcases the group’s versatility and innovative spirit.
Released in 1969, “Stoned Love” marked a departure from The Supremes’ earlier Motown sound, embracing the emerging psychedelic and soul influences of the era.
The song’s psychedelic production, coupled with the group’s signature harmonies, creates a dreamy and hypnotic atmosphere.
The lyrics, though abstract and suggestive, evoke a sense of euphoria and liberation, reflecting the countercultural spirit of the late 1960s.
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Lyrics
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Stoned loveStoned love, oh, yeahA love for each other will bring fighting to an endForgiving one another, time after time doubt creeps inBut like the sun lights up the sky with a message from aboveOh yeah, I find no other greater symbol of loveYeah, don’t you hear the wind blowing? Ooh-oohStoned love, oh, yeahI tell you I ain’t got no other, ooh-oohStoned love, oh, yeahAnd life is so short, put the present time at hand (time at hand)Oh yeah, and if you’re young at heart, rise up and take your standAnd to the man on whose shoulder the world must dependI pray for peace and love, AmenOh, can’t you feel it?Stoned loveI tell you I ain’t got no other, ooh-oohStoned love, oh, yeah