Fork in the Road
The Miracles
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Beware Beware Beware Seems like love should be easier to bear But it's such a heavy load (A heavy load) Worldwide traveler, you ain't been nowhere Till you've traveled down love's road I know I may be just a stranger (Just a stranger) Lover, let me warn you there's the danger Of the fork in love's road Beware The danger is there Ho, ho, ho (Danger) One way is for those who go along That way tempts a girl like me Oh, but lovers don't try to make it on your own (Don't try it, don't try it, don't try it) You don't want the misery Oh, oh, why didn't I see the sign Ooh, ooh, before I left my love behind At the fork in love's road Beware The danger is there Ho, ho, ho If there is some thing that you don't see eye to eye (Eye to eye) You better think before you tell your love goodbye (Goodbye) ‘Cause your path may never cross again You make sure you take the same bend At the fork in love's road, baby Beware The danger is there Watch the fork in the road You better beware (The fork in the road) Beware (Beware) The danger's there (Beware) Woo, hoo, hoo (Beware) (The fork in the road) The fork in love's road (Beware) You better beware (Beware)
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Written by: RONALD WHITE, SMOKEY ROBINSON, WARREN MOORE, WILLIAM ROBINSON JR.
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10 facts about this song
Band History"Fork in the Road" is by "Smokey Robinson and the Miracles", an American rhythm and blues vocal group from Detroit, Michigan. The group was the first act to be signed to Berry Gordy's Motown Records.
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Song ReleaseThe song was released in 1970 as part of the "What Love Has Joined Together" album, a collection of songs presenting the group's softer, more romantic side.
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Song Features"Fork in the Road" is an emotional ballad, showing off the range and expressiveness of Smokey Robinson's lead vocals.
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Group AchievementsSmokey Robinson and the Miracles are known for being Motown's first successful act, and one of the most successful R&B groups in history. Their music, including "Fork in the Road", helped define the Motown sound.
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Notable LyricsThe lyrics of "Fork in the Road" talk about a metaphorical path in life where one has to make a difficult decision.
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ReceptionAlthough not one of the group's most commercially successful songs, "Fork in the Road" has always been highly regarded by fans and critics.
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LegacySmokey Robinson and the Miracles were inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2012, with "Fork in the Road" included in the list of classics that sealed their legacy.
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LabelThe group was a key part of Motown Records' success, actually being instrumental in getting the label off the ground; "Fork in the Road" was released under this highly influential label.
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Significance"Fork in the Road" is also understood to symbolize the crossroads that the band was facing at the time, as Smokey Robinson was contemplating leaving the group to pursue a solo career.
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Cover VersionsOver the years, "Fork in the Road" has been covered by other artists, showcasing the enduring appeal and impact of the song.
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