CAFFE` LATTE` TOP 2000 TRACKS

#158 TOUCH ME IN THE MORNING Diana Ross
The Diana Ross hit "Touch Me in the Morning" was readied for release just after the Motown recording artist had wrapped up her portrayal of Billie Holiday in the film 'Lady Sings the Blues'. Label boss Berry Gordy wanted a guaranteed hit single to follow Ross' movie debut, in case the motion picture or its soundtrack LP failed. 
Michael Masser composed the music. Ron Miller penned the lyrics with Ross in mind. The former Supreme's solo career was gaining momentum. Masser co-produced the cut with Tom Baird. The song was the title track for Ross' new album in 1973.
Released as a single, "Touch Me in the Morning" became a worldwide hit; reaching #1 in America (on both the Pop and Adult Contemporary charts) as well as peaking in the Top 10 in Britain, Australia and Canada. 
Gordy need not have been concerned. Ross' acting performance earned the singer an Oscar nomination (she lost out to Liza Minnelli in 'Cabaret'). The 'Lady Sings the Blues' soundtrack reached #1 on the Album Chart in the US.
 
This is a list made up of the songs I enjoy the most, ranked in order of preference: the higher we go, the more I cherish them. Some were released as singles, others as album tracks. Some are obscure; others were worldwide hits or have universal appeal. They aren't always the most famous or popular, but simply a personal choice. I have excluded songs from the last few years in order to get a better idea of a song's lasting impression. I hope you find some new tracks to love, or re-discover some past favourites.
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