"Meet The Supremes" is the debut studio album by The Supremes, an American female singing group. It was released in the United States on December 9, 1962, by Motown Records' Tamla label. Notably, this album features the original lineup of The Supremes, with Diana Ross, Florence Ballard, Barbara Martin, and Mary Wilson. Martin left the group shortly after the album's release, reducing the quartet to the famous trio they are most known for.
"Meet The Supremes" is a mix of doo-wop, R&B, pop, and soul music. While it didn't initially generate significant commercial success, the album nonetheless marked the beginning of a phenomenal career for the girl group. Some of the notable songs on the album are "I Want a Guy", "Let Me Go the Right Way", and "Buttered Popcorn". The album signified Motown's intention to cross racial barriers and penetrate the pop culture of the 60s, a goal that The Supremes significantly help achieve.
It wasn't until after the group's later success, marked by a string of number-one hits, that "Meet The Supremes" drew more attention and appreciation. After their initial breakthrough, the album was reissued in 1965 and charted on the Billboard 200, reflecting The Supremes' growing popularity. This debut album paved the way towards a legendary career and marked the beginning of a significant chapter in American music history.
