with The Temptations

Give Love at Christmas (1980)

Originally released by Gordy/Motown

Give Love on Christmas Day
The Christmas Song
Love Comes With Christmas
The Little Drummer Boy
This Christmas
Everything for Christmas
Christmas Everyday
Silent Night

Fun Fact

Give Love at Christmas gave The Temptations one of their most beloved holiday recordings with “Silent Night.” Produced and arranged by Gil Askey, the song transformed a traditional Christmas hymn into a soulful, gospel-inspired Temptations showcase. Melvin Franklin’s deep bass voice helped give the track its warmth and emotional weight, and his closing “Merry Christmas” sign-off became one of the most memorable moments in the group’s Christmas catalog.

Discography

Explore the musical legacy of Melvin Franklin through an extensive discography spanning decades of legendary recordings with The Temptations. From groundbreaking Motown classics and chart-topping albums to soulful ballads and unforgettable collaborations, Melvin’s rich bass vocals became an essential part of the group’s signature sound. This collection highlights the albums, singles, and recordings that helped shape the history of soul and R&B music.

For Lovers Only (1995)

Milestone (1990)

Special (1989)

Together Again (1987)

To Be Continued… (1986)

Touch Me (1985)

Truly for You (1984)

Back to Basics (1983)

Surface Thrills (1983)

Reunion (1982)

The Temptations (1981)

Give Love at Christmas (1980)

Power (1980)

Bare Back (1978)

Hear to Tempt You (1977)

Do The Temptations (1976)

Wings of Love (1976)

House Party (1976)

Listen to Melvin with

Experience the unmistakable bass voice of Melvin Franklin through his timeless recordings with The Temptations. From smooth ballads to classic soul hits, Melvin’s deep, resonant vocals helped define one of the most iconic sounds in music history. You can stream his work anytime on Apple Music, Spotify, and Amazon Music—making it easy to revisit the songs that shaped generations and continue to inspire today.

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Amazon Music

Blue in the Spotlight

View a collection of memorable photographs capturing Melvin’s journey with The Temptations and beyond. From iconic stage performances and studio sessions to candid moments behind the scenes, the gallery offers a closer look at the man behind the legendary voice. Explore rare images spanning decades of music history and celebrate the style, charisma, and lasting impact of one of Motown’s most beloved performers.