Nathan Jones
The Supremes
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You packed your bags as I recall And you walked slowly down the hall You said you had to get away to ease your mind And all you needed was a just little of time Oh winter's passed, spring and fall You never wrote me, you never called Nathan Jones you've been gone too long Gone too long... If a woman could die of tears Nathan Jones, well, I wouldn't be here The key that you're holding won't fit my door And there's no room in my heart for you no more 'Cause, winter's passed, spring and fall you never wrote me, you never called Nathan Jones you've been gone too long Gone too long Nathan Jones, Nathan Jones... Nathan Jones, ooh.. Winter's passed, spring and fall You never wrote me, you never called Nathan Jones you've been gone too long Gone too long Nathan Jones you've been gone too long ...gone too long Nathan Jones you've been gone too long ...gone too long Nathan Jones you've been gone too long ... gone too long...
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Written by: KATHY WAKEFIELD, LEONARD CASTON
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11 facts about this song
Artist ClassificationThe song "Nathan Jones" is performed by The Supremes, an all-female singing group who achieved significant fame in the 1960s and 1970s. They are known as the most commercially successful Motown act and are hailed as America's most successful vocal group to date.
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Production Label"Nathan Jones" was released by Motown Records, a record label renowned for its role in racial integration and shaping the Motown Sound, a unique blend of soul music and pop influence.
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Release DateThis song was released in 1971, during the later years of The Supremes' activity, following the departure of the group's former lead singer, Diana Ross.
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Chart Performance"Nathan Jones" achieved considerable success on both sides of the Atlantic. It hit No.1 on the Billboard R&B chart in the United States. Additionally, it peaked at No.5 on the UK Singles Chart, making it one of the group's most successful songs in the UK.
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SongwritersThe song "Nathan Jones" was written by Leonard Caston and Kathy Wakefield. Leonard Caston was a pianist and producer at Motown, while Kathy Wakefield was a lyricist working mostly for Motown and Invictus Records.
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Cover Versions"Nathan Jones" was covered by a number of artists across multiple genres. Notable versions include those by Bananarama, who took it back to the UK top 20 in 1988, and The Flirtations, a female musical trio which gave the song a Northern Soul twist.
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Musical AnalysisThe song is notable for its strong beat and haunting theme. Its melody, lyrics, and rhythm represent the Motown Sound that The Supremes helped popularize.
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Album"Nathan Jones" is included in The Supremes' album titled "Touch," which was released in June 1971. This album marked a turning point for The Supremes as it was the first to feature sole lead vocals by new lead singer Jean Terrell.
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Song MeaningThe song "Nathan Jones" tells of a woman who has been waiting for her lover, Nathan Jones, to return but realizes that he has been gone for too long, and she concludes that he must have found someone else. This tale of love and abandonment is represented through passionate lyrics and a catchy melody.
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Group Line-upWhen the song was recorded, The Supremes members were Jean Terrell, Mary Wilson, and Cindy Birdsong. This was the second incarnation of the group following Diana Ross's departure.
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Song Legacy"Nathan Jones" continued to have cultural impact in music, for instance, it was sampled by The Prodigy for their 2004 single "Girls," showcasing the song's influence across music generations.
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