The Supremes - Stoned Love Lyrics

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Who replaced Diana Ross in The Supremes for the recording of 'Stoned Love'?

   Jean Terrell replaced Diana Ross in The Supremes. She joined Mary Wilson and Cindy Birdsong to form the new lineup that recorded 'Stoned Love'.

2. What was the highest chart position 'Stoned Love' reached on the Billboard Pop Top Ten?

   'Stoned Love' peaked at number seven on the Billboard Pop Top Ten. It was also their last Billboard number-one R&B hit.

3. Who wrote 'Stoned Love'?

   'Stoned Love' was written by Kenny Thomas, who was credited as Yennik Samoht (Thomas's first and last name spelled backward), along with contributions from producer Frank Wilson.

4. Why did some radio stations initially hesitate to play 'Stoned Love'?

   Some radio stations were apprehensive about playing 'Stoned Love' because they misinterpreted it as a reference to drug use due to its title. However, the song is actually about love and peace.

5. Where were the instrumental and vocal tracks for 'Stoned Love' recorded?

   The instrumental track for 'Stoned Love' was recorded at Motown Studio B in Detroit with The Funk Brothers and other session musicians. Jean Terrell, Mary Wilson, and Cindy Birdsong recorded their vocals in New York.

6. 'Stoned Love' faced some challenges during its release. What were they?

   'Stoned Love' faced challenges such as initial hesitation from radio stations due to perceived drug references and Berry Gordy's dislike for the song. CBS even cut a live performance of it from a November 1970 episode of The Merv Griffin Show.