Reflections
Diana Ross & the Supremes
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Through the mirror of my mind Time after time I see reflections of you and me Reflections of The way life used to be Reflections of The love you took from me Oh, I'm all alone now No love to shield me Trapped in a world That's a distorted reality Happiness you took from me And left me alone With only memories Through the mirror of my mind Through these tears that I'm crying Reflects a hurt I can't control 'Cause although you're gone I keep holding on To the happy times Oh, when you were mine As I peer through the window Of lost time Looking over my yesterdays And all the love I gave all in vain (All the love) All the love That I've wasted (All the tears) All the tears That I've tasted All in vain Through the hollow of my tears I see a dream that's lost From the hurt That you have caused Everywhere I turn Seems like everything I see Reflects the love that used to be In you I put All my faith and trust Right before my eyes My world has turned to dust After all the nights I sat alone and wept Just a handful of promises Are all that's left of loving you Reflections of The way life used to be Reflections of The love you took from me In you I put All my faith and trust Right before my eyes My world has turned to dust
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Written by: Edward Jr. Holland, Lamont Dozier, Brian Holland
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
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10 facts about this song
Artist InvolvementThe song "Reflections" was first recorded by "The Supremes", an American female singing group with Diana Ross as the lead vocalist. Diana Ross & the Supremes then released it as a single in 1967. Later, Diana Ross, after leaving the group, also recorded the song as a solo artist.
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Billboard PerformanceReleased in July 1967, the song peaked at number 2 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart, showcasing the immense popularity of the song at that time.
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Significance"Reflections" is significant as it was the first "Supremes" song to feature the new group name "Diana Ross & the Supremes".
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ProducersThe song was produced by a highly esteemed songwriting and production team at Motown called Holland-Dozier-Holland. This team has played a significant role in the success of many Motown artists.
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TV Show ThemeThe song "Reflections" was used as the theme song for the ABC television series China Beach which ran from 1988 to 1991.
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Grammy NominationThe song was nominated for a Grammy in the category "Best Rhythm & Blues Group Performance, Vocal or Instrumental".
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Song MeaningThe song "Reflections" is a poignant lament about love lost, infused with a psychedelic sound that was emerging in the music scene during that time.
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Stylistic ChangeThe song is noted for its distinct departure from the usual "Supremes" sound. Instead of the standard exuberant pop, "Reflections" has a more somber tone with an introduction of innovative sound-effects such as the use of an oscillator.
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Cover VersionsThe song's popularity has led to it being covered by several artists over the years. These include versions by artists like Aretha Franklin, Phil Collins, and The Jackson 5.
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Iconic Song"Reflections" remains one of the most famous songs performed by "Diana Ross & the Supremes" and it continues to be a beloved classic among fans of R&B, Soul and Pop music.
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