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“One of my many philosophies is that music is the heartbeat of society. Music is what the world is crying out for. Singers are like soul physicians — we operate on the human soul. Music has all the ingredients – love, compassion, godliness, conviction and truth.”

When you hear the name, G.C. Cameron, you may not recognize it immediately. It’s been a while. But when he opens his mouth and belts out the lyrics to hits such as “It’s A Shame”, It’s So Hard to Say Good-bye to Yesterday and “The Rubber band Man, you will immediately recognize that passionate, soulful voice that has been heard all over the world by millions. As a music business veteran of over 40 years, and former member of the “Motown Royal Family”, he is still blessed with the voice and the moves. That Motown sound that we know and love so well is undeniable and such a big part of his singing career.

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“Beneath the Lovers’ Sky is a spiritual song that deals with a love that is beyond the flesh…Agape Love. It’s a spiritual, universal song about love that people can groove to, but also feel good about. Writing the song was spiritually directed. It was not a thought from me; it was a thought through me, I hope, as you listen to this song, you will be able to feel the love that the spirit poured into me as I was writing it. God Bless!”

-G.C. Cameron on “Beneath the Lovers’ Sky”

George Curtis Cameron, better known as G.C., started his illustrious career as the lead singer for the Spinners (1967 to 1972) and lead singer for The Temptations (2003 to 2007; 2018 to 2019).

Known for having “six different voices”, G.C. is credited with giving the Spinners their huge Motown hit, “It’s A Shame”,
co-written and produced by Stevie Wonder and his wife Syreeta.

G.C.’s stirring and soulful voice can be heard on the albums, “Second Time Around” and “While the City Sleeps” by the Spinners; as well as “Legacy” and “Reflections” by the Temptations

From 1975 to 1977 G.C. recorded four solo albums under the Motown label including one with Syreeta, “Rich Love, Poor Love”. Constantly obsessed with lyrics and music that stayed in his head and permeated his spirit, G.C. released four more solo albums from 1983 to 2012 under a variety of labels.

Many are surprised to learn that G.C. performed the original version of “It’s So Hard to Say Good-bye to Yesterday” in the hit movie Cooley High, which was released in later years by the elite trio, Boyz II Men. And, G.C. is the only artist that has held the lead singer position with both iconic supergroups, the Spinners and The Temptations.

Born in McCall Creek, Mississippi (right outside Jackson, MS.) G.C. always wanted to sing as long as he can remember. He was
eight-years-old when his family moved to Detroit, and he vividly remembers listening to the radio as a child whenever he could; so music had taken its stronghold.

During his tour in the U.S. Marines and serving in Vietnam, he sang to a group audience. An official heard him and asked if he’d be willing to sing to the officers’ wives. He gained quite a reputation, performing in talent shows at various bases and winning every time.

After returning home he was informed by a close friend, Dennis Edwards (who was then with the Contours) that Motown was looking for a lead singer for the Spinners, so he decided to audition. The judges were Motown legends, Harvey Fuqua and Marvin Gaye. Upon seeing GC, Marvin immediately taunted, “Well he definitely has the look, but can he sing?” After bursting into song and hitting those beautiful high notes we have grown to appreciate and love, G.C. was immediately recruited and the rest is history.

After dating Gwen Gordy, Berry’s youngest sister, they fell in love and later married in 1973, when G.C. was 24 years old, and the couple moved into a 6 million dollar mansion in Beverly Hills.

Imagine a small town Mississippi man, being married to the sister of a music mogul, living across the street from Lucille Ball, on Benedict Canyon Drive amidst other high-profile celebs including Jack LaLanne, Rod Stewart, Elvis Presley and Dean Martin’s daughter, Deana Martin!

G.C.’s close friend and
brother-in-law, Marvin Gaye, was married to Anna Gordy Gaye (Berry Gordy’s elder sister) and the four of them shared the mansion together in 1975. G.C. And Marvin were truly like blood brothers, and remained close until his passing.

G.C. was certainly on the fast track and living the high life. Surrounded by all the luxuries one could ask for, including an extended body Silver Shadow Rolls Royce, three Jaguars (one of which he purchased from Hugh Hefner’s daughter, Christie Hefner) and two rooms filled with the best of clothes, it later proved to be too much too soon, resulting in him taking some wrong paths and ultimately deciding to move from Beverly Hills back to his roots in Mississippi.

In his own words, “Back in the day, I had more wives chasing after me than Bonnie and Clyde had Feds. I made some mistakes and learned so much as a result.”

Though his musical career never reached the heights it warranted due to political turmoil within the industry, G.C. lives without regret, is deeply rooted in spirituality, has performed all around the country and the world, has received several accolades and awards, and continues to create fresh music independently, singing, writing and composing, while paying homage to the Temptations and the Spinners.

G.C. says, “I have tons of fond memories; so many of the people who traveled the same trail as me are no longer here; they are dead — either physically, spiritually or mentally, so I am grateful and remain humble. I’ve watched a plethora of my colleagues fall from great heights to great depths. I’m on a spiritual path, now, that guides my everyday actions, am enjoying my kids and grandkids and just appreciating life.”

At 77 years old, G.C.’s infatuation with music is like a heated love affair and remains unyielding to this day. Still blessed and gifted with the ability to hit those distinctive high notes, G.C, is emerging once again after a long hiatus.

Inspired by God’s Grace and Love, and driven by his fervor for music, G.C. has been diligently working on his next release for over a year now, appropriately titled: “G.C. Cameron: Old School, New Classroom”. Brilliantly written, arranged and performed by G.C., this masterpiece is in its final creative stages and is tentatively scheduled to be released later this year.

Fans all over the world can expect to be tantalized and mesmerized by “Old School, New Classroom”, which is a brilliant compilation of songs that one can groove to and move to, and promises to be one of his best creations yet.

According to G.C., Motown music is a relevation, which is why it still inspires. Hearing the music reminds you of where you were when you first heard it. It clears out everything else. One of my philosophies is that music is the heartbeat of society. Music has all the ingredients – love, compassion, godliness, conviction and truth. Music is what the world is crying out for. Singers are like soul physicians; we operate on the human soul.”