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David Ruffin
photo credit: Lynn Goldsmith/LGL

Active

1950s - 1990s

Born

January 18, 1941 in Meridian, MS

Died

June 1, 1991 in Philadelphia, PA

Genre

R&B

Styles

Motown Soul Disco Funk

Also Known As

Davis Eli Ruffin

Member Of

The Temptations The Voice Masters Ollie & the Nightingales
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David Ruffin

Biography by John Lowe

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Gritty tenor of the Temptations who sang lead on some of their biggest hits and released a number of quality solo albums.
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Album Highlights

  • My Whole World Ended
    David Ruffin
    My Whole World Ended
  • I Am My Brother's Keeper
    The Ruffin Brothers /
    I Am My Brother's Keepe …
  • Feelin' Good
    David Ruffin
    Feelin' Good
  • Gentleman Ruffin
    David Ruffin
    Gentleman Ruffin
  • In My Stride
    David Ruffin
    In My Stride
  • The Ultimate Collection
    David Ruffin
    The Ultimate Collection
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Artists Moods

  • Gritty
  • Passionate
  • Earthy
  • Gutsy
  • Poignant
  • Romantic
  • Dramatic
  • Stylish

Artists Themes

  • Heartbreak
  • Affection/Fondness
  • Relationships
  • Heartache
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