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right-track · 06-07-2008, 10:44 AM

Tammi Terrell - All I Do Is Think About You

Written by Stevie Wonder and recorded by Tammi Terrell in 1966.
'All I Do Is Think About You' is a beautiful mid tempo soul song that inexplicably remained unreleased until 2002 and only then on a Motown archive compilation CD.
Another notable version was done by Brenda Holloway, which was basically a stripped down version of Tammi's (vocals removed) with Brenda's vocals put on top of the same rhythm track. After reworking the track in 1977, Stevie Wonder later released his version of the song under the shorter title, 'All I Do' on his 'Hotter Than July' album as late as 1980.

In my opinion, neither Stevie Wonder nor the incredible Brenda Holloway versions can touch Tammi Terrell's.
And don't just take my word for it either... Paul Weller has gone on record as stating 'All I Do Is Think About You' as being his favourite soul song of all time.

Tammi Terrell is better known for her duets with Marvin Gaye, recording well known hits like, 'Ain't No Mountain High Enough' and 'Your Precious Love'.
In 1970 while touring with Marvin, she collapsed into his arms during a live performance and was later diagnosed with having a brain tumour, which sadly led to her death...at the age of only 24 years.

Following her tragic death, Marvin Gaye took a 2 year rest from performing and reportedly went into self isolation.
It's been speculated that the sudden death of Tammi Terrell had a profound effect on Marvin Gaye and that the introspective 'What's Going On' album was born of his time spent reflecting on his loss.

I know on these boards that soul is what some members here describe as, "not really my thing", but at least give this tune several plays and at least try and understand why this song means so much to me.

Sang with the voice of an angel sent down from heaven.

Tammi Terrell RIP.

06-07-2008, 10:44 AM	#20 (permalink)
right-track Atchin' Akai Join Date: May 2005 Location: Unamerica Posts: 8,723	Tammi Terrell - All I Do Is Think About You Written by Stevie Wonder and recorded by Tammi Terrell in 1966. 'All I Do Is Think About You' is a beautiful mid tempo soul song that inexplicably remained unreleased until 2002 and only then on a Motown archive compilation CD. Another notable version was done by Brenda Holloway, which was basically a stripped down version of Tammi's (vocals removed) with Brenda's vocals put on top of the same rhythm track. After reworking the track in 1977, Stevie Wonder later released his version of the song under the shorter title, 'All I Do' on his 'Hotter Than July' album as late as 1980. In my opinion, neither Stevie Wonder nor the incredible Brenda Holloway versions can touch Tammi Terrell's. And don't just take my word for it either... Paul Weller has gone on record as stating 'All I Do Is Think About You' as being his favourite soul song of all time. Tammi Terrell is better known for her duets with Marvin Gaye, recording well known hits like, 'Ain't No Mountain High Enough' and 'Your Precious Love'. In 1970 while touring with Marvin, she collapsed into his arms during a live performance and was later diagnosed with having a brain tumour, which sadly led to her death...at the age of only 24 years. Following her tragic death, Marvin Gaye took a 2 year rest from performing and reportedly went into self isolation. It's been speculated that the sudden death of Tammi Terrell had a profound effect on Marvin Gaye and that the introspective 'What's Going On' album was born of his time spent reflecting on his loss. I know on these boards that soul is what some members here describe as, "not really my thing", but at least give this tune several plays and at least try and understand why this song means so much to me. Sang with the voice of an angel sent down from heaven. Tammi Terrell RIP.