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Contents. David Ruffin. David Ruffin (born Davis Eli Ruffin; [1] January 18, 1941 – June 1, 1991) was an American soul singer most famous for his work as one of the lead singers of the Temptations (1964–1968) during the group's "Classic Five" period as it was later known.
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An unmistakable Top-40 radio staple of the ’60s, David Ruffin was the voice of a generation and a singer that influenced everyone from Rod Stewart, to his labelmate Marvin Gaye, to a countless amount of R&B singers.
Jan 18, 2024 · From funky gems to disco delights, the best David Ruffin songs reveal a wonderful singer never afraid to show vulnerability through his work – the mark of a real soul singer. These 20 gems ...
In 2013, David Ruffin was inducted twice into the Rhythm & Blues Music Hall of Fame at Cleveland State University. He is inducted as a solo artist and member of the Temptations. Ruffin is also inducted into the Mississippi Musicians Hall of Fame.
Jul 11, 2024 · David Ruffin was a star with a voice that could move mountains and a personality as complex as a puzzle. As the lead singer of The Temptations, he captured hearts with his electrifying performances. Yet, behind the curtain, Ruffin’s life was filled with drama, mystery, and heartache.
Jun 10, 1991 · The Philadelphia medical examiner's office has ruled Monday that Temptations singer David Ruffin's death was an accident caused by an adverse reaction to cocaine. Ruffin, 50, the former lead signer of the Motown group, died early June 1 after a limousine driver dropped him off at the emergency room of a city hospital.
Jun 2, 1991 · David Ruffin, an original member of the Temptations whose Gospel-charged baritone was featured on hits like "My Girl" and "Ain't Too Proud to Beg," died today of what appeared to be a...
American singer. Also known as: Davis Eli Ruffin. Learn about this topic in these articles: role in the Temptations. In the Temptations. October 5, 1992, Birmingham), David Ruffin (byname of Davis Eli Ruffin; b. January 18, 1941, Meridian, Mississippi—d. June 1, 1991, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania), and Dennis Edwards (b.
Apr 22, 2012 · David Ruffin - Walk Away From Love. Walk Away from Love was produced by Van McCoy and reached number nine on the Pop chart. It sold over one million copies, and was awarded a gold disc by the...
