Janie Bradford, Early Motown Songwriter & ‘Money (That’s What I Want)’ Co-Writer, Dies at 87

She also co-wrote songs recorded by Marvin Gaye, Stevie Wonder and Mary Wells.

The top 3

  1. Holland-Dozier-Holland's Unrivaled Hit Streak: The songwriting and production trio of Brian Holland, Lamont Dozier, and Eddie Holland (H-D-H) were responsible for an astonishing string of 10 number-one pop hits for The Supremes, including "Where Did Our Love Go" and "Baby Love," and major successes for the Four Tops and Martha & The Vandellas.
  2. Berry Gordy's Founding Vision and Key Compositions: Motown founder Berry Gordy Jr. was also a significant songwriter, co-writing the label's first hit, "Money (That's What I Want)," and early successes for Jackie Wilson like "Reet Petite" and "Lonely Teardrops."
  3. Smokey Robinson's Poetic Genius and Dual Role: Smokey Robinson was a primary songwriter for Motown, penning hits for The Miracles like "The Tracks of My Tears" and for other artists such as Mary Wells' "My Guy" and The Temptations' "My Girl," while also serving as a Motown vice president.

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