David Ruffin (album)

David Ruffin
Studio album by
ReleasedFebruary 1973
Recorded1972–1973 (The Sound Suite, Detroit)
GenreSoul, R&B
Length34:40
LabelMotown
ProducerRobert E. Miller
David Ruffin chronology
David
(1971)
David Ruffin
(1973)
Me 'N Rock 'N Roll Are Here to Stay
(1974)
Singles from David Ruffin
  1. "A Little More Trust"
    Released: June 8, 1972
  2. "Blood Donors Needed (Give All You Can)"
    Released: February 27, 1973
  3. "Common Man"
    Released: July 31, 1973
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Allmusic[1]

David Ruffin is an album from singer David Ruffin. Coming out after Motown refused to put out his proposed third album in 1971 (released as David in 2004), Ruffin was likewise no longer afforded access to "A-list" material and support musicians. This album in many ways was a collaborative effort with Robert E. Miller, who produced the album. Miller also had a hand in composing eight of its tracks. Although the album made it into the US R&B Top Five, it underperformed on the US pop charts, peaking at number 168. Those slipping figures were indicators of the increasing lack of interest from Motown in Ruffin's career.

The songs were arranged by David Van DePitte, with The Andantes singing backing vocals.

  1. ^ "David Ruffin - David Ruffin | Songs, Reviews, Credits | AllMusic". AllMusic.