single · October 19, 1967

I Second That Emotion

The Miracles

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This 1967 single captures The Miracles at the height of their powers, delivering a sophisticated slice of soul with polished production and Smokey Robinson's signature vocal style. It stands as a prime example of the Motown sound in its prime.

• "I Second That Emotion" was co-written and produced by Smokey Robinson, the group's lead singer and a principal songwriter for Motown.
• The single reached number 4 on the Billboard Hot 100 and number 1 on the R&B chart in early 1968.
• The song later appeared on the 1968 album 'I'll Find a Way'.

The Miracles were a seminal R&B group from Detroit, Michigan, who rose to prominence during the 1960s on the Motown label. They are best known for their string of chart-topping hits, including "The Tracks of My Tears" and "Love Machine."