Just My Imagination

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About Just My Imagination

"Just My Imagination (Running Away with Me)" is a song by American soul group The Temptations. Released on the Gordy (Motown) label, and produced by Norman Whitfield, it features on the group's 1971 album, Sky's the Limit. When released as a single, "Just My Imagination" became the third Temptations song to reach number 1 on the US Billboard Hot 100. The single held the number 1 position on the Billboard Pop Singles Chart for two weeks in 1971, from March 27 to April 10. "Just My Imagination" also held the number one spot on the Billboard R&B Singles chart for three weeks, from February 27 to March 20 of that year. Today, "Just My Imagination" is considered one of the Temptations' signature songs, and is notable for recalling the sound of the group's 1960s recordings. It is also the final Temptations single to feature founding members Eddie Kendricks and Paul Williams. During the process of recording and releasing the single, Kendricks left the group to begin a solo career, while the ailing Williams was forced to retire from the act for health reasons. In 2004, Rolling Stone magazine listed "Just My Imagination" as number 389 on its list of the 500 Greatest Songs of All Time. The song was covered by the Rolling Stones on their Some Girls album. 


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Each day through my window
I watch her as she passes by
I say to myself
You're such a lucky guy
To have a girl like her
Is truly a dream come true
Out of all the fellas in the world
She belongs to you

But it was just my imagination
Runnin' away with me-once again
Seems it was just my imagination
Runnin' away with me

Soon we'll be married
And raise a family, oh yeah
Have a cozy little house in the country
With two kids maybe three
I tell you I can visualize it all
This couldn't be a dream, for too real it all seems

But it was just my imagination
Runnin' away with me-once again
Seems it was just my imagination
Runnin' away with me

Every night on my knees I pray
Dear Lord hear my plea
Don't ever let another take her away from me
For I would surely die
Her love is heavenly
When her arms enfold me I hear a tender rhapsody
But in reality, she doesn't even know me
'Cause it was

But it was just my imagination
Runnin' away with me-once again
Seems it was just my imagination
Runnin' away with me

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The Temptations

The Temptations are an American vocal group known for their success in the 60s and 70s at Motown Records. The group's repertoire has included, during its five-decade career, R&B, doo-wop, funk, disco, soul, and adult contemporary music. Known for their recognizable choreography, distinct harmonies, and flashy onstage suits, the Temptations have been said to be as influential to soul as The Beatles are to pop and rock. more »

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Written by: BARRETT STRONG, NORMAN WHITFIELD, NORMAN J. WHITFIELD

Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.

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5 facts about this song

Composition & Chart Success
"Just My Imagination (Running Away with Me)" is a song by the American vocal group, The Temptations. Eddie Kendricks, one of the founding members of the group, sang the lead vocals. - The single was released in 1971 and it topped the Billboard Pop Singles chart.
Song Creation & Lyrics
The song was written by Norman Whitfield and Barrett Strong, who were key figures in shaping the Motown sound. - Despite being known for their upbeat funk influences, "Just My Imagination" is a ballad that tells a tragic story of unfulfilled, unrequired love.
Albums & Recognitions
"Just My Imagination" was included in the group's 1971 "Sky's the Limit" album. - It was also featured in the Grammy Hall of Fame in 2004, confirming its status as a classic.
Notions & Releases
This was the last Temptations single to feature Eddie Kendricks on vocals. His falsetto voice was a key element of the group's success, and his departure marked a significant transition for The Temptations. - The song was also one of the final Temptations releases to feature the "Classic Five" lineup, with Kendricks, Paul Williams, Melvin Franklin, Otis Williams, and Dennis Edwards.
Live Performances & Covers
This song has been performed live many times by The Temptations and has been covered by several artists, including The Rolling Stones. Both performances highlight The Temptations' influence in the music industry.

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