David Eli Ruffin (born Davis Eli Ruffin; [1] January 18, 1941 – June 1, 1991) was an American soul singer most famous for his work as one of the lead singers of the Temptations (1964–1968) during …

Apr 2, 2014 · David Ruffin was an American soul singer who rose to fame as one of the lead singers of the Temptations.

Dec 24, 2025 · From 1964 to 1968, the sound of the legendary R&B group The Temptations was defined by the gritty voice of lead singer David Ruffin. He provided smooth and soulful vocals on some of the …

Jul 11, 2024 · David Ruffin’s life was a rollercoaster ride of incredible highs and heart-wrenching lows. While his journey had its share of bumps and bruises, his legacy as a soul legend remains …

Celebrate the legendary voice of David Ruffin, lead singer of The Temptations. Explore rare photos, exclusive stories, music, and merchandise from the Golden Legacy.

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Jan 18, 2026 · The best David Ruffin songs prove that the Temptations singer also recorded some majestic work under his own name.

David Ruffin. Soundtrack: The Burial. The man most of us know by his unmistakable, calming yet disturbed raspy voice was born Davis Eli Ruffin on January 18, 1941, in Whynot, Mississippi. His …

An unmistakable Top-40 radio staple of the ’60s, David Ruffin was the voice of a generation and a singer that influenced everyone from Rod Stewart, to his labelmate Marvin Gaye, to a countless amount of …

From 1964 to 1968, the sound of the legendary R&B group The Temptations was defined by the gritty voice of lead singer David Ruffin. He provided smooth and soulful vocals on some of the group’s ...