Reach Out And Touch (Somebody's Hand)
Diana Ross · The Greatest [2011]
Somebody's hand
Make this world a better place
If you can
Reach out and touch
Somebody's hand
Make this world a better place
If you can
(Just try)
Take a little time out of your busy day
To give encouragement
To someone who's lost the way
(Just try)
Or would I be talking to a stone
If I asked you
To share a problem that's not your own
We can change things if we start giving
Why don't you
Reach out and touch
Somebody's hand
Make this world a better place
If you can
Reach out and touch
Somebody's hand
Make this world a better place
If you can
(Just try)
If you see an old friend on the street
And he's down
Remember his shoes could fit your feet
(Just try)
Try a little kindness you'll see
It's something that comes very naturally
We can change things if we start giving
Why don't you
Reach out and touch
Why don't you (Why don't you)
Reach out and touch somebody's hand
Reach out and touch
Somebody's hand
Make this world a better place
If you can
Reach out and touch
Somebody's hand
Make this world a better place
If you can
Reach Out And Touch (Somebody's Hand)
Diana Ross delivers a soulful rendition of 'Reach Out And Touch (Somebody's Hand)' on her 2011 compilation, The Greatest. As a defining figure in Motown history, Ross's vocal style blends R&B elegance with pop accessibility, characteristic of her work during the early 1970s. This track exemplifies her ability to convey deep emotion and warmth, a hallmark of her discography that resonated with audiences across generations. The recording captures the essence of her signature sound, showcasing her mastery of phrasing and emotional delivery within the soul genre. Released as part of a curated collection of her career highlights, the song stands as a testament to her enduring influence on popular music and her status as an icon of the era.