Sylvia Moy

• Genres: Rhythm & Blues
• Instrument: Producer

Biography

Sylvia Moy's place in Motown history is mainly behind the scenes as a writer and producer. Moy grew up on the northeast side of Detroit with her eight brothers and sisters, performing on pots and pans to keep themselves busy and musical. Once she reached school, she played jazz and classical, but found her true place behind the scenes at Motown Records. There, Moy was part of the creative team that wrote such classics as "My Cherie Amour" for Stevie Wonder and "It Takes Two" for Marvin Gaye. She was the first female to have the title of "record producer" at the label, and one of the busiest and well-known songwriters of the time. Moy went on to write the theme songs for many television shows like Blossom, The Wonder Years, and Growing Pains. She was also involved with the theme music for the movies, It Takes Two, Mr.Holland's Opus, and Dead Presidents. Moy eventually earned six Grammy nominations, 20 BMI awards, and a place in the National Songwriters Hall of Fame. She made a solid investment in the future of the arts when she co-founded the Center for Creative Communications, also known as "Masterworks," which trains young adults in the field of telecommunications and media arts. ~ Diana Potts, All Music Guide