Barrett Strong: The Unsung Millionaire Behind Motown's Rise to Fame
From Mississippi Roots to Motown Legend Barrett Strong, the unsung hero of Motown’s early days, played a pivotal role in shaping the sound of soul music. Hailing from Mississippi, his talent and songwriting ability transformed Motown into a chart-topping record label. “Money” and the Motown Sound Strong’s first hit, “Money (That’s What I Want),” propelled Motown to the forefront of the music industry. Co-written with Gordy Jr., this catchy tune’s soulful lyrics and infectious melody established the Motown sound....