{"id":84792,"date":"2025-11-04T02:47:48","date_gmt":"2025-11-04T01:47:48","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/de.shoutcast-tools.com\/jimmy-ruffin\/what-becomes-of-the-broken-hearted\/"},"modified":"2025-11-04T02:47:48","modified_gmt":"2025-11-04T01:47:48","slug":"what-becomes-of-the-broken-hearted","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/de.shoutcast-tools.com\/en\/jimmy-ruffin\/what-becomes-of-the-broken-hearted\/","title":{"rendered":"What Becomes of the Broken Hearted - Jimmy Ruffin"},"content":{"rendered":"\n \n \n
\n \"“Detailed information about the title: What Becomes of the Broken-Hearted<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Introduction to \u201aWhat Becomes of the Broken-Hearted\u2018<\/h3>

\u201aWhat Becomes of the Broken-Hearted\u2018 is a soul music classic sung by Jimmy Ruffin. The song was released in 1966 and is one of the standout productions from the famous Motown label. The track is considered one of the most remarkable songs of the 1960s and continues to be highly regarded in music history to this day.<\/p>

Musical style and themes<\/h3>

The song is a prime example of 1960s soul. With its soulful melody and profound lyrics, it addresses universal themes such as heartbreak and loss. Jimmy Ruffin\u2019s haunting voice authentically conveys the emotions and pain of a broken heart. The musical accompaniment is typical of the Motown style, featuring a driving rhythm and rich brass and string arrangements.<\/p>

Background information<\/h3>

Jimmy Ruffin, the older brother of David Ruffin (former lead singer of the Temptations), was already an established solo artist when he recorded this song. \u201aWhat Becomes of the Broken-Hearted\u2018 quickly gained widespread popularity and brought Ruffin worldwide recognition. He worked closely with songwriters William Weatherspoon, Paul Riser, and James Dean, who wrote the song specifically for him.<\/p>

Reception and success<\/h3>

After its release, the song reached high positions on the charts and became a worldwide hit. In the U.S., it reached No. 7 on the Billboard Hot 100 and was also successful in the U.K. To this day, it remains one of Jimmy Ruffin\u2019s best-known and most beloved hits and is frequently featured in film and television, underscoring its enduring influence on pop culture.<\/p>

Influence and significance<\/h3>

\u201aWhat Becomes of the Broken-Hearted\u2018 has inspired countless artists and has been covered by many different musicians over the years. Its timeless message about coping with pain and grief continues to resonate with people even generations after its initial release. The song is an excellent example of music\u2019s power to express emotions and connect people around the world.<\/p>

Conclusion<\/h3>

This iconic song by Jimmy Ruffin remains a vivid testament to the soul era of the 1960s. Its profound and emotional lyrics, combined with an unforgettable melody, make it a timeless classic in the world of music. \u201aWhat Becomes of the Broken-Hearted\u2018 is not only a significant part of Ruffin\u2019s artistic legacy but also a classic that touches the hearts of music lovers around the world.<\/p>

Interesting facts<\/h3>
  • The song has been covered by several artists, including Joe Cocker and Rod Stewart.<\/li>
  • The song reached No. 6 on the UK singles chart in 1966.<\/li>
  • It is part of the soundtrack for various films, including *Fried Green Tomatoes*.<\/li><\/ul><\/p>\n\n\n\n

    The artist's top songs: Jimmy Ruffin<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
    • What Becomes of the Brokenhearted<\/li>
    • What Becomes of the Broken-Hearted<\/li>
    • What Becomes Of The Brokenhearted \u2013 Single Version<\/li>
    • Gonna Give Her All the Love I've Got<\/li>
    • Farewell Is a Lonely Sound<\/li>
    • I've Been Here Before<\/li>
    • I'll Say \"Forever, My Love\"<\/li>
    • What Becomes of the Broken-Hearted?<\/li>
    • It\u2019s Wonderful (To Be Loved By You)<\/li>
    • Hold on to My Love<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n

      Artists Similar to Jimmy Ruffin<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
      • Kim Weston<\/li>
      • Martha Reeves & The Vandellas<\/li>
      • The Four Tops<\/li>
      • Mary Wells<\/li>
      • The Marvelettes<\/li><\/ul>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"","protected":false},"author":3,"featured_media":84793,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[11130],"tags":[739,3446,20804,18426,18429,729,5923,1862,727,3880,18427],"class_list":["post-84792","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-jimmy-ruffin","tag-60s","tag-jimmy-ruffin","tag-kim-weston","tag-martha-reeves-the-vandellas","tag-mary-wells","tag-motown","tag-northern-soul","tag-rhythm-and-blues","tag-soul","tag-the-four-tops","tag-the-marvelettes"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/de.shoutcast-tools.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/84792","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/de.shoutcast-tools.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/de.shoutcast-tools.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/de.shoutcast-tools.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/3"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/de.shoutcast-tools.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=84792"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/de.shoutcast-tools.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/84792\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/de.shoutcast-tools.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/84793"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/de.shoutcast-tools.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=84792"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/de.shoutcast-tools.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=84792"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/de.shoutcast-tools.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=84792"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}