This first version was released about 4 months before Norman Whitfield reworked the song for the Temptations, who took it to the top of the charts and made it a classic.
| Overall | Label | Sleeve | Vinyl | Audio |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| EX | EX | M- | EX |
| Label | Year | Chart |
|---|---|---|
| Gordy 7117 | 1972 | #24r, #63p in June |
A-side
B-side
Artist
The Undisputed Truth
The Undisputed Truth
Title
Papa Was A Rollin' Stone
Friendship Train
Songwriter
N. Whitfield-B. Strong (A&B)
N. Whitfield-B. Strong (A&B)
Producer
Norman Whitfield, Arranged by David Van DePitte
Norman Whitfield, Arranged by David Van DePitte
Category
Northern Soul/Motown Style
Northern Soul/Motown Style
