Motown: David Ruffin Jr. And Paul Williams Jr

Paul Williams Jr. has the pleasure of working, with Dennis Edwards’ Temptations Reviews led by the next best known voices, of the many primary lead singers, of the Temptations. Who we know, as Dennis Edwards? Who ranks next to Kendricks, Paul Williams Sr. and the noted David Ruffin, as recognize voices of the group many hits.

Willams Jr. stands out as a great dancer, as his father. Just the simlarity in singing keeps his father memories alive. Sure, we know Otis Williams holds the rights to the name “The Temptations”, along with the late Melvin Franklin estate. But, with Paul Williams Jr. contributing greatly to Edwards group, with his history legacy to the Classic Five. Maybe Otis Williams missed out on a great opportunity in adding him to his group. But, this is the co-founder known for terminating many lead vocalist. So, Paul Jr. stands out in the best group that makes many pay high honors to Edwards group.

And, after years of avoiding his father legacy. We now see David Ruffin Jr. blazing out his father legendary songs when the opportunity is afforded him. Obviously, we makes comparison to his father each and everytime he does sing those classic hit songs. One things is obvious but its only because he’s not in a group format to be judged, as a dancer. Which many true fans, of the Temptations knows Ruffin Sr. was great at particpating weith the members.

In facts, you have to admit that many songs that David Ruffin Sr placed his vocals upon. The choregraphy was guided around him, at certain point. He was required to lead the tune while the members enhance the song vocally and with the dynamic steps they became known for.

Sure, many fans would love to see Ruffin Jr, and Williams Jr, in a Tribute group. But, that would probably lead to ego clashes that created problems for the Classic Five sixties unit. We know nothing about the vocal skills of the other members children, of the sixties Temptations. But, if they are talented like the two legend sons seems to be blessed, with favor of their fathers.

Then, they need to step forward. If that’s what they would like to do. We know Sugar Womack, the daughter of Mary Wells has hit the websites showcasing her vocals. And, if she should ever decide to honor her heritage of being Wells child and also, a Womack. She has plenty of material to support her show.

Can you image? Can you ponder the thought. That these children of legends has great vocal skills. Tasha Taylor, the daughter of Johnny Taylor also fit into this category of being talented. I;m sure their parents would bless their choice of following in their steps. They might not get the glory their parent did while living. Least they can lay claim to history.


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