The Temptations – It’s Growing

The Temptations: A Growing Pain in “It’s Growing”

The Temptations’ “It’s Growing” is a poignant exploration of the challenges and complexities of love. Released in 1967, the song quickly became a hit, showcasing the group’s ability to blend soulful harmonies with poignant lyrics.

Background

The song’s title, a simple yet evocative phrase, hints at the central theme of the narrative: a growing love that is fraught with uncertainty and doubt. The lyrics delve into the complexities of a relationship, exploring themes of jealousy, insecurity, and the fear of losing a loved one. The Temptations’ vocal harmonies, a hallmark of their style, add depth and emotion to the song, conveying the protagonist’s internal turmoil with a raw intensity.

The song’s arrangement is equally compelling, with a driving rhythm that complements the lyrics’ sense of urgency. The instrumentation, featuring a blend of soulful horns and a rhythmic bassline, creates a backdrop that perfectly captures the song’s emotional intensity. The Temptations’ vocal performances are a masterclass in dynamics, as they move seamlessly from moments of tender vulnerability to explosive outbursts of emotion.

Beyond its emotional impact, “It’s Growing” also offers a glimpse into the complexities of human relationships. The song’s exploration of jealousy, insecurity, and the fear of loss is a universal theme that resonates with listeners of all ages. The Temptations’ ability to convey these emotions with such authenticity is a testament to their artistry and their deep understanding of the human condition.

In the grand tapestry of Motown music, “It’s Growing” stands as a timeless masterpiece. Its exploration of love, loss, and the complexities of human relationships continues to resonate with listeners, making it a classic that will endure for generations to come.

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Lyrics

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Like a snowball rolling down the side of a snow covered hill, it’s growing
Like the size of a fish that the man claims broke his reel, it’s growing
Like a rosebud blooming in the warm of the summer sun, it’s growing
Like the tale by the time it’s been told by more than one, woo, it’s growing

Everyday it grows a little more than it was the day before
My love for you just grows and grows
Oh, how it grows and grows
And where it’s gonna stop I’m sure, nobody knows

How it grows, and it grows, and it grows
(Nobody knows) woo, yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah
(Nobody knows, it grows, it grows, where is it gonna stop)

Woo, like a need in a guy to see his girl
When she’s gone away, it’s growing
Like the sadness in his little heart
When he knows that she’s gone to stay, woo, it growing

Everyday it grows a little more than it was the day before
My love for you just grows and grows
Oh, how it grows and it grows
And where it’s gonna stop I’m sure, nobody knows

it gets a little wider
(Nobody knows) oh, it gets a little stronger
(Hey, hey, hey) the feeling for each kiss, baby
(Hey, hey, hey) oh, it lasts a little longer, yeah
(Hey, hey, hey) oh, so much oh, so much
Can’t you see it’s growing, baby
It grows, and it grows, and it grows, and it grows