The Temptations – Just My Imagination

About the song

Let’s step back in time with The Temptations and their enchanting ballad “Just My Imagination.” Released in 1971, this soulful tune continues to captivate listeners with its romantic lyrics and smooth harmonies.

The Temptations, a legendary R&B vocal group, showcased their impeccable vocal talent on “Just My Imagination.” The song was featured on their album “Sky’s the Limit,” which received critical acclaim for its soulful sound and captivating melodies.

“Just My Imagination” was written by Norman Whitfield and Barrett Strong, two prolific songwriters of the Motown era. The song climbed the charts, reaching the number one spot on the Billboard Hot 100 chart in the United States and earning The Temptations widespread recognition.

Decades after its release, “Just My Imagination” remains a beloved classic among fans of soul and R&B music, celebrated for its timeless appeal and heartfelt lyrics. Its enduring popularity is a testament to The Temptations’ musical legacy and their ability to connect with audiences on a deeply emotional level.

So, whether you’re reminiscing about past loves or simply appreciating the beauty of soulful harmonies, let The Temptations’ “Just My Imagination” serenade you with its timeless charm and romantic sentiment. It’s a song that reminds us of the power of music to stir the soul and evoke cherished memories.

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Lyrics

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Each day through my window I watch her as she passes by
I say to myself, “You’re such a lucky guy”
To have a girl like her is truly a dream come true
Out of all the fellows in the world, she belongs to you

But it was just my imagination
Runnin’ away with me
It was just my imagination
Runnin’ away with me

Ooh (Soon)
Soon we’ll be married and raise a family (Oh yeah)
A cozy little home out in the country
With two children, maybe three
I tell you I (I, I) can visualize it all
This couldn’t be a dream, for too real it all seems

But it was just my imagination, once again
Runnin’ away with me
Tell you, it was just my imagination
Runnin’ away with me

Ev’ry night on my knees I pray
“Dear Lord, hear my plea
Don’t ever let another take her love from me”
Or I will surely die, hmm
(Her love is) heavenly
When her arms enfold me
I hear a tender rhapsody
But in reality
She doesn’t even know me

(Just my imagination) Once again
Runnin’ away with me, oh
Tell you it was just my imagination
Runnin’ away with me

I’ve never met her but I can’t forget her
(Just my imagination) Ooh, yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah
Runnin’ away with me, ooh
Just my imagination
Runnin’ away with me

She’s never hard to find (Just my imagination)
She’s always on my mind (Runnin’ away with me)