with The Temptations

Touch Me (1985)

Originally released by Gordy/Motown

Magic
Givehersomeattention
Deeper Than Love
I’m Fascinated
Touch Me
Don’t Break Your Promise to Me
She Got Tired of Loving Me
Do You Really Love Your Baby
Oh Lover

Fun Fact

Touch Me gave The Temptations a meaningful role behind the scenes, with the group credited as producers on several tracks from the album. Rather than relying entirely on outside producers, Melvin Franklin, Otis Williams, Richard Street, Ron Tyson, and Ali-Ollie Woodson helped shape songs like “Magic,” “Givehersomeattention,” “Touch Me,” “Don’t Break Your Promise to Me,” and “Oh Lover.” That hands-on involvement gave the album a personal quality during the group’s evolving 1980s Motown era.

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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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.