All other evidence points to the song being credited to Jan Crutchfield and I suspect that's correct. 4:51 PREVIEW Just Let Me Hold You for a Night. FAVORITE (2 fans) David Ruffin. 5.0 out of 5 stars Awesome. So I can't see him lying about it. FAVORITE (2 fans) David Ruffin. Which puts me on a higher plane then any politician." Statue Of A Fool. Statue Of A Fool. Motown single M1405F has "Statue Of a Fool" on the B side and shows it as written by David Ruffin and published by Stone Diamond Music Corp (BMI). David Ruffin started as the drummer of the Temptations. View credits, reviews, tracks and shop for the 1976 Vinyl release of On And Off / Statue Of A Fool on Discogs. *Chaplin*, I Know You're Shining Down On Me From Heaven. 1. Statue of a Fool David Ruffin, The Temptations Buy This Song. Jack Greene had a big hit with Statue of a fool in 1968 (or somewhere around that time) 4. And name it after me, Love by Ghostface Killah (Ft. K. Foxx & Musiq Soulchild). Somewere there should be for all the world to see a staue of a fool made of stone. Complete your David Ruffin collection. Jan Crutchfield, writer of the endlessly revived country hit, "Statue of a Fool," died Thursday (Nov. 1) at Nashville's St. Thomas Hospital at age 74. Share. 1 Apple Music playlist. And inscribe, 'The World's Greatest Fool' He later went on to become a backup singer for the group until he sang lead on the the massive hit "My Girl". Ruffin wrote that song. and inscribe the worlds greatest fool, and name it after me. SoundCloud "Statue Of A Fool" - David Ruffin by Scottrek109 published on 2013-03-08T22:55:41Z. and inscribe the worlds greatest fool, and name it after me. Jack Greene had a big hit with Statue of a fool in 1968 (or somewhere around that time) 4. A statue of a fool made of stone Edit Release All Versions of this Release New Submission . And there on his face a gold tear should be placed to honor every tear he shed.And i … FAVORITE (2 fans) David Ruffin. DAVID RUFFIN - STATUE OF A FOOL (1975) - Comment by Gregory Byrd. 4:54 PREVIEW Heavy Love. Statue of a Fool David Ruffin, The Temptations Buy This Song. Mmm, and there on his face, a gold tear should be placed To honor every tear he shed DAVID RUFFIN Statue Of A Fool Lyrics. Share. Start Station. There has been a dispute over Statue Of A Fool as to who actually wrote the song. il y a 10 ans | 2.7K vues. Authorship of the song is surrounded in controversy. And inscribe, 'The World's Greatest Fool' But I belive David wrote it .. .Why would he say he did if he didn't? The song was David Ruffin's - Statue of a Fool. Question of Authorship. 3. And name it after me after me. 4:36 PREVIEW 12 Songs, 47 Minutes. It was written in her book “A Memoir: David Ruffin-My Temptation.” She clearly stated that it was her husband who wrote the words and lyrics of “Statue of a Fool.” Statue of a Fool David Ruffin Buy This Song. Example Frankie Lymon. So build a statue and oh build it high so all the world can see. Share. Add to Collection Add to Wantlist Remove from Wantlist. David Ruffin a été un des chanteurs du groupe The Temptations. To honor every tear he shed Add to Collection Add to Wantlist Remove from Wantlist. Davis Eli "David" Ruffin (January 18, 1941 – June 1, 1991) was an American soul singer and musician most famous for his work as one of the lead singers of the Temptations from 1964 to 1968 (or the group's "Classic Five" period as it was later known). Mmm, and there on his face, a gold tear should be placed David Ruffin registered a copyright as claimant and author of Statue of a Fool in 1975. Scrobble songs and get recommendations on other tracks and artists. - Yalp Mind if I use that lunk tp point out the AUTHOR to other people? Enjoy the videos and music you love, upload original content, and share it all with friends, family, and the world on YouTube. Vidéos à découvrir. McCoy-- who produced and arranged the album -- was a hot commodity thanks to his disco hit "The Hustle. David, on the other hand, said he wrote the song when he was 18, which means he wrote it in the late 50s. Yeah, so what man wouldn't beg if he could do it with David Ruffin's raspy tenor? 12. Concealed inside is a broken heart Marketplace 0 6 For Sale from $3.50. Watch the video for Statue Of A Fool from David Ruffin's The Ultimate Collection for free, … Comment Report abuse. David Ruffin - Chain On The Brain (1979) Soulfinder dj Leo for THE BEST DISCO IN TOWN. Stream "Statue Of A Fool" - David Ruffin by Scottrek109 from desktop or your mobile device. Click here to remove banner ads from this forum. So build a statue and oh build it high so all the world can see. David Ruffin. “Statue of a Fool” is a controversial song covered by Ricky Van Shelton.According to Genna Sapia-Ruffin, David Ruffin wrote and originally released the track in 1958. David Ruffin: On And Off / Statue Of A Fool ‎ (7", Single, Mon) Motown: M 1405F: US: 1976: Sell This Version: M 1405F: David Ruffin: On And Off ‎ (7", Promo) Motown: M 1405F: US: 1976: Sell This Version: Reviews Add Review [r7909308] Release. Helpful . Q. Smith. An image of a man who let love slip through his hand He didn't know the nature of the "beast" at that time. So, build a statue and, oh, build it high [Am G C Dm Em F D Ab] Chords for DAVID RUFFIN -"STATUE OF A FOOL" (1975) with capo transposer, play along with guitar, piano, ukulele & mandolin. Listen to Statue Of A Fool by David Ruffin, 18,063 Shazams, featuring on V.I.V. 11. So build a statue and oh build it high so all the world can see. 9. Davis Eli "David" Ruffin (January 18, 1941 – June 1, 1991) was an American soul singer and musician most famous for his work as one of the lead singers of the Temptations from 1964 to 1968 (or the group's "Classic Five" period as it was later known). À suivre. Welcome Guest. DAVID RUFFIN - STATUE OF A FOOL (1975) - Comment by Gregory Byrd. Add all to Wantlist Remove all from Wantlist. David Ruffin. after me. 2. So that all can see An image of a man who let love slip through his hands and left him to stand here all alone. 4:22 PREVIEW Everything's Coming Up Love. Suivre. David Ruffin Somewere there should be for all the world to see a staue of a fool made of stone.An image of a man who let love slip through his hands and left him to stand here all alone. and inscribe the worlds greatest fool,and name it after me., And there on his face a gold tear should be placed to honor every tear he shed.And i think it would … He was the lead voice on such famous songs as "My Girl" and "Ain't Too Proud to Beg." On the other hand, “Statue of a Fool” was originally composed by David Ruffin. And name it after me, yeah, yeah Statue of a Fool David Ruffin Buy This Song. Edit Release All Versions of this Release Data Correct . From the Album 20th Century Masters: The Millennium Collection: Best of David Ruffin January 1, 2000 4.9 out of 5 stars 11 ratings. David Ruffin - Statue Of A Fool. He was the lead voice on such famous songs as "My Girl" and "Ain't Too Proud to Beg." Add to Collection Add to Wantlist Remove from Wantlist. David Ruffin registered a copyright as claimant and author of Statue of a Fool in 1975. Somewhere there should be, for all the world to see Somewere there should be for all the world to see a staue of a fool made of stone. So build a statue and oh build it high so all the world can see. Editors’ Notes Centering on David Ruffin’s post-Temptations Motown output (1969 to 1977), this wonderfully considered collection would be all the solo Ruffin you’d need if the soul shouter himself didn’t convey such yearning, joy, and sadness. Paroles Statue Of A Fool Le 27/04/2019 - Par Music Story. Edit Release All Versions of this Release New Submission . He is sorely missed. Daryl Hall & John Oates, David Ruffin & Eddie Kendricks. Buy Vinyl Sell Vinyl. Albums. Exclusive Prime pricing. Jan Crutchfield registered a copyright for Name it after me in 1962. Add to Collection Add to Wantlist Remove from Wantlist. David Ruffin, Somewhere there should be for all the world to see a staue of a fool made of stone.An image of a man who let love slip through his hands and left him to stand here all alone., So build a statue and oh build it high so all the world can see. Play song with guitar, piano, bass, ukulele. All other evidence points to the song being credited to Jan Crutchfield and I suspect that's correct. And name it after me Marketplace 0 2 For Sale from $3.76. David Ruffin: On And Off / Statue Of A Fool ‎ (7", Single, Mon) Motown: M 1405F: US: 1976: Sell This Version: Reviews Add Review [r3099470] Release. May 9, 2020 - Explore Lori Moser's board "David Ruffin" on Pinterest. Check out Statue Of A Fool by David Ruffin on Amazon Music. 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