Our song today comes from Luther’s second album for Epic, 1982′s Forever, For Always, For Love. Originally a Top 20 hit for The Temptations in 1965, this song was written by Smokey Robinson and Pete Moore of The Miracles and produced by Smokey. How could you go wrong? Of course it wouldn’t be a Luther Vandross production if it wasn’t Lutherized and one thing was very apparent over the course of Luther’s career is that he knew how to make a cover his own.

Source: http://www.aliolliewoodson.com

Ali-Ollie Woodson, former frontman for the legendary Temptations throughout the 80′s and 90′s, has passed away at the age of 58. He had been reportedly battling leukemia since 2008. He was best known for co-writing and co-producing their 1984 hit single “Treat Her Like A Lady”. His most recent release was in 2001 with his solo album, “Right Here All Along“. He is survived by his wife Juanita. See how he’s being remembered around the web after the break.

Yet another great loss. Our thoughts and prayers go out to the Woodson, Motown and Temptations family.

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