Floy Joy
The Supremes
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Floy, Floy, Floy Floy Joy! Floy, Floy, Floy Floy Joy! Floy, Floy, Floy Floy Joy! You're the man. I know I'll never own you Floy But see me when you can. Ooh, ooh, I know I'm only one of a million girls Who would give their world to you Floy Joy. Floy, Floy, Floy Floy Joy! That's your name. Your real name may be Smith or Jones But not your claim to fame. Oh, it's a joy boy! Any girl who knew you at all Would have to call you Floy Joy! Floy, Floy, Floy Floy Joy! I get a thrill when I hear your voice now, Floy. Floy, Floy, Floy Floy Joy! You're the man. How much joy Do I get from you? You give me So much pleasure It's impossible to measure Floy, Floy, Floy Floy Joy! You're the man. I hope in someway form or fashion I fit in your plan. Ooh, take me! I want to give myself to you And live my whole life through with you Floy Joy! Floy, Floy, Floy Floy Joy! Floy, Floy, Floy Floy Joy! A-let me hear you say it one more time Say it again. Floy, Floy, Floy Floy Joy! A-let me hear you say it one more time Say it again. Floy, Floy, Floy Floy Joy!
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Written by: SMOKEY ROBINSON, WILLIAM ROBINSON JR.
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9 facts about this song
Band Evolution"Floy Joy" was released by the Motown group, The Supremes, which had gone through some personnel changes. By its recording, the group comprised of Mary Wilson, Cindy Birdsong, and Jean Terrell, and not the original members which included Diana Ross.
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Song Composer"Floy Joy" was composed and written by Smokey Robinson, a highly acclaimed Motown artist and songwriter who wrote numerous hits for the label and for The Supremes in particular.
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Chart SuccessThe song enjoyed some chart success. In the US, it reached No. 16 on the Billboard Hot 100 and No. 3 on the R&B chart. In the UK, it fared much better, reaching No. 9 on the singles chart.
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Single Release"Floy Joy" was released as a single from the album of the same name in 1971.
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Album OverviewIt was the last Supremes' album produced by Smokey Robinson, and it also marked the last Top 20 Hit for the group.
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Song InterpretationThe term "Floy Joy" is described as meaning nothing and everything, according to Smokey Robinson. It's a phrase he just came up with; he liked the sound of it, and felt it embodied the joyful, carefree feeling he was going for in the song.
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Musical StyleThe song featured Smokey Robinson's smooth and sensual production style. It is an example of Robinson’s ability to effortlessly move beyond raw soul music into a more pop-oriented and cross-over sound.
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LegacyDue to its chart success and catchy tune, "Floy Joy" has remained a fan favorite and an enduring part of The Supremes' legacy.
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Cover VersionsThe song has been covered by a few artists over the years, testament to its popularity. The British band, The Bay City Rollers, included the song on their 1972 debut album.
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