Album: Sings Top Ten by Jimmy Ruffin (1967)
Record Label: EMI
Format: Album

Artist Background: James Lee Ruffin (May 7, 1936 - November 17, 2014) was an American soul singer, and elder brother of David Ruffin of the Temptations. He had several hit records between the 1960s and 1980s, the most successful being the Top 10 hits "What Becomes of the Brokenhearted" and "Hold On (To My Love)". In 1966, he heard a song about unrequited love written for The Spinners, and persuaded the writers that he should record it himself. His recording of "What Becomes of the Brokenhearted" became a major ... Part of the Collinsville, Mississippi music scene. Emerged in the classic era. Associated with Soul movement.

Music Scene: Part of the Collinsville, Mississippi music scene. Emerged in the classic era. Associated with Soul movement.

Tags: 1960s, Album, EMI


Sings Top Ten

Jimmy Ruffin

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