The Supremes - You Keep Me Hangin' On - The Funkadoobian
The Supremes - You Keep Me Hangin' On - The Funkadoobian
The Supremes - You Keep Me Hangin' On - The Funkadoobian
The Supremes - You Keep Me Hangin' On - The Funkadoobian

The Supremes - You Keep Me Hangin' On

  • Artist The Supremes
  • Title You Keep Me Hangin' On
  • Label Tamla Motown
  • Catalogue No GO 25.447
  • Format 7''
  • Genre Funk Soul
  • Media Condition Very Good Plus (VG+)
  • Sleeve Condition Very Good Plus (VG+)
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Year Released: 1966
Label: Motown – Tamla T-54094
Genre: Soul / Pop / Motown

Description:
“You Keep Me Hangin’ On” combines a driving, percussive Motown groove with Diana Ross’ emotive, almost pleading lead vocal. The arrangement — punctuated by staccato strings and a subtly syncopated rhythm — perfectly mirrors the song’s theme of romantic frustration. The Supremes’ harmonies provide depth and tension, heightening the track’s dramatic impact.

Legacy & Influence:
A chart-topping single, the song was famously covered by Vanilla Fudge (1967), whose psychedelic rock interpretation further cemented its place in music history. It has been sampled and referenced in hip-hop and pop numerous times, demonstrating the track’s enduring melodic and rhythmic influence.

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