About the song
“Someday We’ll Be Together” by The Supremes is a timeless classic that beautifully captures the essence of longing and hope in the face of separation. Released on October 14, 1969, this song holds a significant place in music history as it marked the final single released by The Supremes featuring their legendary lead singer, Diana Ross, before she embarked on her highly successful solo career. The track was included on the group’s album “Cream of the Crop,” further cementing its place as an iconic closing chapter for the original lineup.
The song’s lyrical content speaks of a deep yearning for reunion, embodying themes of love, distance, and faith in the future. Lines like “Someday we’ll be together, yes we will, yes we will” resonate with anyone who has faced separation from a loved one, offering solace and a promise of eventual reunion. The lyrics are tender and uplifting, blending sorrow with optimism, making it a song that strikes a chord with listeners across generations.
Musically, “Someday We’ll Be Together” is a perfect blend of Motown’s signature sound and elements of soul and pop. Its arrangement, featuring lush strings, a steady beat, and harmonious backing vocals, creates a warm and rich soundscape. Diana Ross delivers a heartfelt performance, her voice imbued with emotion and sincerity, while the backing vocals, provided by session singers rather than the other Supremes members, add a layer of depth and poignancy to the track.
Interestingly, the song was originally written in 1961 by Johnny Bristol, Jackey Beavers, and Harvey Fuqua and was first recorded by Johnny & Jackey as a duet. However, it was the 1969 version by The Supremes that became the definitive interpretation. Under the production of Motown’s visionary Berry Gordy, the song was transformed into a polished, heartfelt anthem that would resonate with the changing cultural landscape of the late 1960s.
“Someday We’ll Be Together” also holds historical significance beyond its musical brilliance. It was the final song that The Supremes performed with Diana Ross as the lead singer during their farewell concert at the Frontier Hotel in Las Vegas in January 1970. The song’s theme of hopeful reunion mirrored the bittersweet sentiment of Ross’s departure, making it a fitting farewell to an era of groundbreaking success for the group.
On a broader scale, the song became a comforting anthem during a turbulent time in American history, reflecting the emotional struggles and aspirations of a nation grappling with societal changes. Its message of hope and perseverance transcended the personal and became universal, resonating with listeners from all walks of life.
In conclusion, “Someday We’ll Be Together” is more than just a song; it is a poignant piece of music history. It represents the end of an era for The Supremes, the legacy of Diana Ross, and the golden age of Motown. Its heartfelt lyrics, timeless melody, and emotional depth ensure its place as a cherished classic that continues to inspire and comfort listeners to this day.
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Lyrics
I say it, say it, say it, say it again(Someday, we’ll be together)Oh, yeah, oh, yeahYou’re far away from me my loveAnd just as sure my, my babyAs there are stars aboveI wanna say, wanna say, wanna sayYes we will, yes we will(Say, someday, we’ll be together) Some sweet dayI know, I know, I know, I knowMy love is yours, babyOh, right from the startYou, you, you possess my soul now, honeyAnd I know, I know you own my heartAnd I wanna saySome sweet dayOh, yes we will, yes we will(Someday, we’ll be together) Tell everybodyYes we will, yes we willLong time ago, my, my sweet thingI made a big mistake, honeyI, I, I say, I said, goodbyeOh, oh, baby, ever, ever, everEver, ever and ever since that dayAll I wanna do, all I wanna do was cry, cry, ohHey, hey, heyI long for you every, every nightOoh, just to kiss your sweet, sweet lips, babyHold you ever, ever so tightAnd I wanna saySomeday we’ll be togetherYes we will, yes we willSomeday we’ll be togetherYes we will, yes we willSomeday we’ll be togetherSomeday we’ll be togetherYes we will, yes we will