The Motown Song

Rod Stewart · Story So Far: Very Best Of [2001]

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(Chorus)

Bring over some of your old Motown records

We'll put the speakers in the window and we'll go

On the roof and listen to the Miracles

Echo through the alley down below, oh yeah



Let's dance together just for the night

Let's don't worry about the future or nothing else

'Cause like the music's saying you gotta take chances

Go ahead, just do it and trust yourself



(Bridge)

There's a soul in the city

Watching over us tonight

There's a soul in the city

Saying everything's gonna be alright



(Chorus)



They wish us luck but they think we're just dreaming

Let's prove them wrong, baby

'Cause you know what luck is luck is believing you're lucky

That's all and showing just a little bit of faith



(Bridge)

There's a soul in the city

Watching over us I swear

There's a soul in the city

There's a whole world waiting out there, ah yeah



I got plans for us playing like a skip on a record

Through my head all night long

But when we walk that darkened stariway and step out on the roof

I know what we're feeling can't be wrong, ah yeah



Bring over some of your old Motown records

We'll put the speakers in the window and we'll go

On the roof and listen to the Miracles

Echo through the alley down below, oh yeah



Let the Temptations sing it one time



Bring over some of your old Motown records

We'll put the speakers in the window and we'll go

On the roof and listen to the Miracles

Echo through the alley down below, oh yeah

repeat x3

The Motown Song

Rod Stewart's "The Motown Song" stands as a pivotal moment in his discography, serving as a direct homage to the Motown label and its enduring legacy in American music. Recorded for the compilation "Story So Far: Very Best Of," the track captures Stewart's signature blend of rock and roll energy and soulful vocals, reflecting his deep appreciation for the artists who shaped his own career. The song functions not merely as a tribute but as a celebration of the genre's influence on British rock and the broader landscape of popular music. By weaving together references to iconic Motown acts and the distinct sound that defined the 1960s, Stewart creates a nostalgic yet timeless piece that resonates with fans of both rock and soul. It remains a standout track on his collection, highlighting his role as a chronicler of musical history while asserting his own place within that rich tradition.