What Becomes of the Brokenhearted What Becomes of the Brokenhearted "What Becomes of the Brokenhearted" is a hit single recorded by Jimmy Ruffin and released on Motown Records' Soul label in the summer of 1966. It is a ballad, with lead singer Jimmy Ruffin recalling the pain that befalls the "brokenhearted", who had love that's now departed. The song essentially deals with the struggle to overcome sadness while seeking a new relationship after a breakup. The tune was written by William Weatherspoon, Paul Riser, and James Dean, and the recording was produced by Weatherspoon and William "Mickey" Stevenson. "What Becomes of the Brokenhearted" remains one
What Love Is Made Of it in "Little Red" (2014). Upon its release, "What Love Is Made Of" received generally favorable reviews from contemporary music journalists, who favored the composition and Katy's distinctive vocal performance. It peaked at number 21 on the UK Singles Chart, and entered three other charts, reaching the top 40. To promote the song, Katy performed it live at the BBC Radio 1Xtra Live special and at her headline set during the Wireless Festival. Emil Nava also filmed and directed a music video for the song which was deemed similar to film series "The Fast and the Furious". In April 2011,