Martha Reeves' New Single "I Got It Bad" Debuts on Music Charts

DETROIT, MI, UNITED STATES, October 19, 2026 /CourierPR/ -- Martha Reeves, the legendary Motown singer, has released a new single titled "I Got It Bad," which features a dance remix by Eric Kupper and Fred Schneider of the B-52s. The track, from her album "SEARCHING," debuted at number 27 on this week's Music Week Commercial Pop chart, marking a significant moment in her long and illustrious career.

Reeves, born in Alabama and raised in Detroit, has made a lasting impact on the music industry. Her early career with the Vandellas in the 1960s and 1970s produced hits like "Dancing in the Street," "My Baby Loves Me," and "Heat Wave." She was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1995 and received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in March 2024. Her solo career, which began in 1973 with the self-titled album produced by Richard Perry, continued to produce critically acclaimed work throughout the 1980s.

During her tenure as a Detroit city councilwoman from 2005 to 2009, Reeves fought to rename the road in front of the Motown Museum, now Berry Gordy Jr. Blvd., after the founder of Motown. Her contributions to the music industry and her community have been recognized through numerous awards, including a Grammy nomination for Best R&B Performance in 1964 and induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.

Reeves' latest album, "SEARCHING," released in 2026, has received a warm response from both critics and fans. The lead single, "To Know You Is to Love You," climbed to number 4 on Music Week's Dance Charts with Kupper's remix. Her second single, "I Got It Bad," continues to build on this momentum, with Kupper's remix featuring Fred Schneider of the B-52s.

The track, with its dance genre and launch date of September 18, 2026, is part of Reeves' ongoing efforts to stay relevant in the ever-evolving music landscape. Her career, spanning over six decades, is a testament to her enduring talent and influence in the music industry.