The Marvelettes' 1962 single "Beechwood 4-5789" was a chart success, reaching number 6 on the R&B charts and number 17 on the Billboard Hot 100. The song has been covered by numerous artists, including The Carpenters and Bette Midler.
- The single was written and produced by Smokey Robinson and Brian Holland. It was the group's third single and their first to chart. The B-side, "I Want a Guy," was written by Noah Thorne and Robert Bateman.
- The song's distinctive sound features a prominent bass line and a catchy melody, which became a hallmark of early Motown productions. The title itself is a telephone number, a novelty that resonated with listeners at the time.
- "Beechwood 4-5789" became one of The Marvelettes' signature songs, and remains a beloved classic of the Motown era. It has been included on numerous compilation albums and is frequently played on oldies radio stations.
The Marvelettes were a girl group from the New World producing company, who were instrumental in the Motown sound. They were the first group to be released by Motown Records.
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