Let me be the first to say you need to listen to the ENTIRE “What’s Going On” album!! There are no breaks, each song runs into the next so it’s a continuous vibe. “Inner City Blues” is just a sample of this masterpiece!!!
Please appreciate the fact that this album was released 50 years ago and it's still as relevant today as it was then. Truthfully, not a damn thing has changed but the names and faces.
Here my Dear is his greatest masterpiece. Thing is young people wont identify with it but the record is full of anguish and frustration but comes out beautifully
Tracy Chapman- Fast Car. She’s a singer/ songwriter genius. Today’s song by Marvin was brilliant. What’s Going On is his most poignant protest song. He’s singing a bit of it at the end here.
Marvin was a musical genius,And once he got the freedom to create his own sound, masterpieces like this came out. Whats going on and Trouble man . Cant listen to Marvin without goosebumps and sadness about his ending.
Marvin...Mercy Mercy Me and Whats Going On. Please and thank you. And the ending here is the beginning of What's Going On...come on now! Take a listen, he's still trying to make a difference over 40 years later.
The Late GreT Marvin Pentz Gay(e), Jr. The Prince of Motown! There will NEVER be another Marvin Gaye! Please listen to ALL of his music! I will never get over Marvin Gaye!
I had the honor of seeing my brother in a small venue in Belgium right before his death in 1984. I was living in West Germany serving in the USAF and getting ready to cross the English Channel on holiday. I met these French dudes who took me to this small jazz club and were elated that they had a "real" Marvin Gaye fan from the States. Imagine being 10 feet away from Marvin while he was jamming. As it so happens I got the What's Going On Album right when it came out, because my oldest brother was the editor of the entertainment section of our local city's morning and evening press. He told me, "You hang with all the brothers, so who better to tell me if this album is any good or not!" Man! I had a literal soul train coming and going out of my house for two weeks and cashed in a lot of "cool points" during that time, and it was then I gained my nickname of "Cream in the Coffee." You made this ol' dude so happy to see you vibing just like I did when I was 16!
Marvin Gaye songs to react to: A Stubborn Kind of Fellow, Ain't That Peculiar, How Sweet It Is To Be Loved By You, Ain't No Mountain High Enough ft Tammy Terrell, Ain't Nothing Like The Real Thing ft Tammy Terrell, You're All I Need To Get By ft Tammy Terrell, Let's Get It On, Keep Getting It On, I Want You, Star Spangled Banner 1983 and Sexual Healing!
What's so amazing is it feels like he's talking about today. Thank you for d featuring this song. PLEASE play What's Going On and I Heard it thru The Grapevine by Marvin Gaye and Wake Up Everybody by Harold Melvin and The Blue Notes(like Marvin Gaye's What's going on album, te entire Harold Melvin album is fire. Curtis Mayfield's Minstrel and Queen and Aretha Franklin's I Can't See Myself Leaving You.
On the very day that Marvin Gaye was killed I remember exactly where I was, and who I was with. The news was devastating then and it still is today. There are only 3 other musical artists who’s passing I can tell you where I was, who I was with and the date. Elvis, John Lennon, and Tom Petty. I still grieve their losses every day of my life. All of them left an indelible mark on my soul.
I'd just turned 7 when he was murdered. My mom cried. I do remember when Tupac was killed (I cried), Luther Vandross, Whitney Houston, Micheal Jackson and Prince.
Thanks for reacting to this song! Marvin Gaye was classic! His voice was smooth, and the subject, along with the imagery and lyrics that match the video tops it, he was a genius!
Marvin’s words are still very relevant, his music is magic💓💓💓🥰 Listen to the album from beginning to end, the way Marvin planned it to be listened to !
I stumbled upon your Reaction, and as I just turned 61 I certainly know Marvin Gaye! It's surreal that I became a lifetime fan when this album came out in 1971, I was 11yrs.old. My reaction {even at that age} was close to yours, how did he invite me into his unhappiness, and treat me to a smooth groove journey? I absolutely love your reaction, you saw right off that Marvin had an uncanny gift to sing his emotions and invite the listener to ride along. Marvin was so far ahead of his game that his music still resonates with All generations crossing all genres! Check into him deeper, I promise you will be Blown away! I liked, subscribed, and look forward to your Reaction!
The "What's Goin' On" album marked a whole new direction for Marvin Gaye. He went from singing love songs to "spittin' facts," and did it in the most artistic, soulful way possible. Nobody saw it coming, and when it dropped, its impact was massive. It went instantly from being an album to an anthem. And made Marvin into an icon.
man...if you are just discovering Marvin, you are a lucky man! smooth is an understatement. there is SO much to check out here. I'd recommend Trouble Man, What's Going On, I Want you....hell...i could list a hundred great marvin songs. Also...that whole era...60's into the 70's....soul music was insanely fantastic. so many great artists...jump in and dig!
Marvin sang from his soul. The song was inside of him. He was the master of the woeful rift, harmonic sound and wordless expression of song. He had the ability to pull you in and serve you his feelings! I was crushed when he was taken from us!
Marvin sang the best version of the National Anthem I've ever heard at the Nba all star game in 1983 or 84. It made people angry because he sang it with so much soul.
Marvin Gaye was a god! I luckily saw him in concert a number of (once with Tammy Tarrell -- think about doing one of their songs -- and two times just him. I've never been the same!!!!!
2 Favourite Marvin Gaye songs: I Heard it Through the Grapevine and What's Going On. The What's Going On deserves to be listened start to finish - fabulous grooves. Only problem is its damn near 50 years old and you think to yourself what's changed? He also did a duet with Tammi Terell on River Deep Mountain high - superb
He's my favorite musician of all time. Please listen and react to more of him. He was one of the best of all time. Distant Lover is a song that goes right through you and is very emotional. Lets get it on and sexual healing are also great. I guarantee if you listen and watch his live performance of Distant Lover here on youtube, you will love it
Marvin's brother was over in Vietnam at the time and it inspired him to write this amazing masterpiece. Everything here from 1970 is just as prevalent today 50 some years later.
This is your girl is the queen again play let’s get it on by Marvin Gaye waiting for more Marvin Gaye trust me any song that he sings is beautiful wonderful and believe me you’ll get a lot of listeners to Marvin Gaye
THIS SONG SHOULD BE OUR BLACK SYMBOL FOR US....CAUSE THIS WHAT'S GOING ON NOW!....👏🏾💯♥️✌🏿STILL BUMPING THIS CLASSIC...CUZ IT'S THE TRUTH!!!!!!..... plus around the end ALWAYS MAKES ME CRY.......
The album “What’s Going On” this is off of is definitely one of his best albums, tells amazingly deep stories, tackles societal issues all while sounding groovy as hell.
All right, you got me as a subscriber. I watched your videos all day Friday while at work, and I must say - I like your reactions. You and the Twins are my favorite music youtubers right now. 👍🏾
Marvelous Motown Marvin! Back in the day when artists actually used their art to comment on what's going on in the world. Which reminds me, you might wanna do a reaction to Marvin Gaye's "What's Going On." But there are lots more before that. Two of my favorites are "That's the Way Love Is" and "Chained." Marvin Gaye was one of the most gifted singers and musicians the world has ever seen. A tragic figure, killed by his father, denying us of decades of music from him.
This song is ahead of it’s time and is still relevant today. Society needs to create a common understanding of what’s happening today in the world. Marvin was such a unique and beautiful soul. I’m glad you were able to hear this hauntingly beautiful song with a sad but true message that makes you think. You should check out trouble man by him, it will blow your mind! Rest in peace Marvin ❤
I have been a marvin gay fan 4 Close to fifty years and I never heard the song until I was watching a movie last year. I had to find out who it was and it was marvin gaye to be honest it is not as well known as his Other songs but in my opinion I love this one the best❤❤❤❤
I watch several of the TH-cam videos reaction channels including yours which is very good. You need to know that I always have to raise my volume quite a bit to hear yours....when I switch over I have to lower it down...it only happens with your channel.
Get ahold of every Marvin Gaye songs I was born in 1963 and I miss him so much I want you album. What's going on album. Here my Dear album. And the song Its Madness
You're new. I respect that. Country, Blues, R&B ALL write about experiences, nice, in love, in pain and confused. What you are now listening to are various stages of music evolution. What is now is because of what was then. It's a culmination of styles that many of today's artist's have pulled on to create their own stylistics & sound. Differences in how they recorded music. How one sings, what one sings about & individual stylings changed with the period. NOT everyone sounded exactly like Bess Smith, or Billie Holiday or Aretha. NOT everyone sounded like Smokey Robinson, Al Green, Marvin Gaye, Elvis, Frank Sinatra & Nat King Cole. Nor did everyone sounded like Gladys Knight, Diana Ross, Barbara Streisand or Dionne Warwick. THEY were the first! After many wanted to emulate & sound like them! Colored people sung about strife, loss of dreams & being stuck. Even the gospel songs that originated in slavery were about freedom (how & when to escape). Through the evolution, the emotions never were lost although through 'whitewashing' of the songs they did try to take it away. Beatles & Rolling Stones along with a few others, acknowledged the sound & voices of the past artists, many American white musicians & singers wouldn't. One can hear the history in how they were recorded (the accompaniment, instruments & rhythms). The Civil Rights movement late 50s-60s was happening. Vietnam War, drugs & inequality in jobs & being able to live in decent neighborhoods was still a struggle. But there was enlightening for a few, while many were stuck. Marvin Gaye didn't' grow up wealthy. He grew up in segregated times. He toured the country & Europe. Many times while on the Motown circuit, he performed for white audiences while sleeping in 'colored only' housing. He toured areas he was instructed on behavior to avoid backlash (staying away from white women, going into crowds to sing to them etc.). He saw & lived in the 'ghettos'. He's seen people die from overdoses, imprisoned & lose hope. He had a singing partner that died. He as a Colored/Black man saw the promise from the Civil Rights & the defeat (drugs, limited education, gangs & institutional racism). He made money but he wasn't free from everyone's demons. The music was of the times, to you it was upbeat. To others, it was steady & constant, not really going too fast or slow, just there. Each period shows us something about that time.
Let me be the first to say you need to listen to the ENTIRE “What’s Going On” album!! There are no breaks, each song runs into the next so it’s a continuous vibe. “Inner City Blues” is just a sample of this masterpiece!!!
Seconded. The album is amazing, a total experience. Can't believe it was made in 1971, it sounds like it could have been done today.
msbluejayway and that’s the sad part that all these years later it’s still relevant 😢
@@cflournoy1529 I agree, but it's not just the lyrics. The whole song has such a 'modern' vibe to it. Truly a masterpiece.
I didn't know that. I am going to have to listen to the entire album.
THIS!
What’s Goin On is one of the most beautiful protest songs ever written.
one of?
i've never heard a better one!
Definitely listen to the song "What's Goin On." It was released in 1971, but you'll think he's talking about today.
Yeah and Mercy Mercy Me
Please appreciate the fact that this album was released 50 years ago and it's still as relevant today as it was then. Truthfully, not a damn thing has changed but the names and faces.
Amen to that
Truth
Marvin Gaye is one of the ALL TIME GREATS!!
Everyone... white and black and in-between, loved Marvin Gaye ❤️
This album is # 1 on "The 500 Greatest Albums of all Times" Rolling Stone magazine list. Enough said!!
As it should be!! musical genius in every sense of the word!!!
He has so many great songs! Trouble Man, What's goin' On, Mercy Mercy Me, Let's Get it On, just to name a few.
Here my Dear is his greatest masterpiece. Thing is young people wont identify with it but the record is full of anguish and frustration but comes out beautifully
Marvin Gaye had something very special.Thankful for the gifts he left us.Gone too soon.
How can he sing about tragedy yet sound so smooth? Because it's Marvin Gaye.
Tracy Chapman- Fast Car. She’s a singer/ songwriter genius.
Today’s song by Marvin was brilliant. What’s Going On is his most poignant protest song. He’s singing a bit of it at the end here.
Marvin was a musical genius and visionary.
No other like the Great Marvin Gaye. He was unique.
Marvin was a musical genius,And once he got the freedom to create his own sound, masterpieces like this came out. Whats going on and Trouble man . Cant listen to Marvin without goosebumps and sadness about his ending.
Marvin Gaye is one of the best musicians ever
Marvin...Mercy Mercy Me and Whats Going On. Please and thank you. And the ending here is the beginning of What's Going On...come on now! Take a listen, he's still trying to make a difference over 40 years later.
You just witnessed a master at a masterpiece
"makes me wanna holla" , song is over 40 years old, however, still applies today. !!!
The Late GreT Marvin Pentz Gay(e), Jr. The Prince of Motown! There will NEVER be another Marvin Gaye! Please listen to ALL of his music!
I will never get over Marvin Gaye!
"Trouble Man" the whole album. I recently listened to it EVERY SINGLE DAY for 6 months!
The ending of this so g is the beginning of the song What's going on. So please react to What's going on. You'll love it James ❤️
Heard it through the grapevine.
Was a genius & voice for the times; then & now ✌️
Let’s Get It on. Got to give it up parts 1&2 and After The Dance and the LIVE version of Distant Lover
My all time favorite album!!! It's his BEST work- he was a prophet (I believe).
This classic Masterpiece is relevant now in 2021.
I like the song (I heard it through the grapevine). He was 45 years old when his father shot and killed him in 84.
I had the honor of seeing my brother in a small venue in Belgium right before his death in 1984. I was living in West Germany serving in the USAF and getting ready to cross the English Channel on holiday. I met these French dudes who took me to this small jazz club and were elated that they had a "real" Marvin Gaye fan from the States. Imagine being 10 feet away from Marvin while he was jamming. As it so happens I got the What's Going On Album right when it came out, because my oldest brother was the editor of the entertainment section of our local city's morning and evening press. He told me, "You hang with all the brothers, so who better to tell me if this album is any good or not!" Man! I had a literal soul train coming and going out of my house for two weeks and cashed in a lot of "cool points" during that time, and it was then I gained my nickname of "Cream in the Coffee." You made this ol' dude so happy to see you vibing just like I did when I was 16!
Love your story thanks for sharing love and peace stay safe
This album was a first day buy as soon as it got released. Marvin Gaye, as brilliant now, as he was then, as relevant now, as he was then.
Marvin guy "I want you". Its a banger and I have no idea why no one talks about it
Marvin Gaye songs to react to: A Stubborn Kind of Fellow, Ain't That Peculiar, How Sweet It Is To Be Loved By You, Ain't No Mountain High Enough ft Tammy Terrell, Ain't Nothing Like The Real Thing ft Tammy Terrell, You're All I Need To Get By ft Tammy Terrell, Let's Get It On, Keep Getting It On, I Want You, Star Spangled Banner 1983 and Sexual Healing!
Brandon Powers ^Second all of the above!!
Don't forget you sure love to ball one of the sexiest songs of all time and come get to this.
@@charlesljones2454 Absolutely
What was so unique about Marvin? His music easily evolved into the future. The man was waaaaay ahead of his time.
What's so amazing is it feels like he's talking about today. Thank you for d featuring this song. PLEASE play What's Going On and I Heard it thru The Grapevine by Marvin Gaye and Wake Up Everybody by Harold Melvin and The Blue Notes(like Marvin Gaye's What's going on album, te entire Harold Melvin album is fire. Curtis Mayfield's Minstrel and Queen and Aretha Franklin's I Can't See Myself Leaving You.
This is gorgeous and sad at the same time
Masterpiece album.
Hello Rome, The 1970's was the BEST decade for music ever. I know, I was a teenager in the early 70's. 😍 5-8-2021
I remember when his dad shot him dead. Makes this song even more poignant. This could be a 2020 anthem. Thank you
Yes, that was shocking and heartbreaking. 💜
@@cici7333 Family is a tough scene...
@@lynnrogers9236 That's so true.
I was a little kid, but I knew someone important died tragically.
On the very day that Marvin Gaye was killed I remember exactly where I was, and who I was with. The news was devastating then and it still is today. There are only 3 other musical artists who’s passing I can tell you where I was, who I was with and the date. Elvis, John Lennon, and Tom Petty. I still grieve their losses every day of my life. All of them left an indelible mark on my soul.
To this very day I grieve him too!
I'd just turned 7 when he was murdered. My mom cried. I do remember when Tupac was killed (I cried), Luther Vandross, Whitney Houston, Micheal Jackson and Prince.
Thanks for reacting to this song! Marvin Gaye was classic! His voice was smooth, and the subject, along with the imagery and lyrics that match the video tops it, he was a genius!
Marvin Gaye was the BOMB for real!!! GOD given talent!!!
Marvin’s words are still very relevant, his music is magic💓💓💓🥰 Listen to the album from beginning to end, the way Marvin planned it to be listened to !
I stumbled upon your Reaction, and as I just turned 61 I certainly know Marvin Gaye!
It's surreal that I became a lifetime fan when this album came out in 1971, I was 11yrs.old.
My reaction {even at that age} was close to yours, how did he invite me into his unhappiness, and treat me to a smooth groove journey?
I absolutely love your reaction, you saw right off that Marvin had an uncanny gift to sing his emotions and invite the listener to ride along. Marvin was so far ahead of his game that his music still resonates with All generations crossing all genres! Check into him deeper, I promise you will be Blown away! I liked, subscribed, and look forward to your Reaction!
Agreed.....timeless music!!💜💜
This album is a masterpiece. A must listen. Especially now. Meant the world when it was released. Means more every year that passes since.
Love your enthusiasm and love for Marvin Gaye. He is greatly missed.💋
Its called a God given talent!!
"What's Goin On".......his best song......and so relevent to 2020!
So much talent. So far ahead of his time. Miss and love you Marvin. Great choice. Dive deep.
The "What's Goin' On" album marked a whole new direction for Marvin Gaye. He went from singing love songs to "spittin' facts," and did it in the most artistic, soulful way possible. Nobody saw it coming, and when it dropped, its impact was massive. It went instantly from being an album to an anthem. And made Marvin into an icon.
man...if you are just discovering Marvin, you are a lucky man! smooth is an understatement. there is SO much to check out here. I'd recommend Trouble Man, What's Going On, I Want you....hell...i could list a hundred great marvin songs. Also...that whole era...60's into the 70's....soul music was insanely fantastic. so many great artists...jump in and dig!
"Yes indeed"! dive in for a ride of a lifetime!!
Marvin sang from his soul. The song was inside of him. He was the master of the woeful rift, harmonic sound and wordless expression of song. He had the ability to pull you in and serve you his feelings! I was crushed when he was taken from us!
Get into the habit of listening to lyrics. Especially with this man.
I think you will like Tavares, Heaven Must Be Missing An Angel.
This song is Still Relevant...Damn...Why can't we simply Love one another! Listen people!
Those with power seek to divide those without power.
THIS is my favorite song by the GREATEST male vocalist ever...he was WAAAY smooth...RIP to a LEGEND
I love the album 'I want you, 1976.' It's a masterpiece. One of Marvin''s finest creations Smooth like butter. Nothing compares. So many memories. ❤️
Marvin Gaye What's Going On
Marvin sang the best version of the National Anthem I've ever heard at the Nba all star game in 1983 or 84. It made people angry because he sang it with so much soul.
Marvin Gaye was a god! I luckily saw him in concert a number of (once with Tammy Tarrell -- think about doing one of their songs -- and two times just him. I've never been the same!!!!!
I feel you!!! that moment should be cherished for years to come...memories are beautiful.
The whole What's Goin' On album is a complete, utter masterpiece. Best listened to as a whole.
Oh Marvin❤❤❤❤ good old days!!! Thank God for Dimash now in my life!!! ❤❤❤❤❤❤
To me this a perfect song. Inspiration.
2 Favourite Marvin Gaye songs: I Heard it Through the Grapevine and What's Going On. The What's Going On deserves to be listened start to finish - fabulous grooves. Only problem is its damn near 50 years old and you think to yourself what's changed? He also did a duet with Tammi Terell on River Deep Mountain high - superb
How have I missed this song all my life? Thank you, James, this time you introduced me to something I haven't heard before.
My all time favorite Marvin Gaye song, the song after that should be Mercy Mercy Me
He's my favorite musician of all time. Please listen and react to more of him. He was one of the best of all time. Distant Lover is a song that goes right through you and is very emotional. Lets get it on and sexual healing are also great. I guarantee if you listen and watch his live performance of Distant Lover here on youtube, you will love it
Marvin's brother was over in Vietnam at the time and it inspired him to write this amazing masterpiece. Everything here from 1970 is just as prevalent today 50 some years later.
He got aGod given amazing voice like all the great singers
This is your girl is the queen again play let’s get it on by Marvin Gaye waiting for more Marvin Gaye trust me any song that he sings is beautiful wonderful and believe me you’ll get a lot of listeners to Marvin Gaye
THIS SONG SHOULD BE OUR BLACK SYMBOL FOR US....CAUSE THIS WHAT'S GOING ON NOW!....👏🏾💯♥️✌🏿STILL BUMPING THIS CLASSIC...CUZ IT'S THE TRUTH!!!!!!..... plus around the end ALWAYS MAKES ME CRY.......
Marvin Gaye!!! Takin me back!
The album “What’s Going On” this is off of is definitely one of his best albums, tells amazingly deep stories, tackles societal issues all while sounding groovy as hell.
That beat. It’s called percussion ... and it elevates. Thanks for doing this one. 🤪
All right, you got me as a subscriber. I watched your videos all day Friday while at work, and I must say - I like your reactions. You and the Twins are my favorite music youtubers right now. 👍🏾
Me to I like this channel and the twins channel too
I like this young man, the other one with dreads, and I am abosolutely crazy about the twins.
Marvelous Motown Marvin! Back in the day when artists actually used their art to comment on what's going on in the world. Which reminds me, you might wanna do a reaction to Marvin Gaye's "What's Going On." But there are lots more before that. Two of my favorites are "That's the Way Love Is" and "Chained." Marvin Gaye was one of the most gifted singers and musicians the world has ever seen. A tragic figure, killed by his father, denying us of decades of music from him.
Years ago when he was alive I listened & owned 'What's Going On'. Great voice phrasing timing all of it.
This song should be played over a back drop of these times. Will blow your mind.
❤❤❤This would perfect time to blow the minds of many, so revelant 2021🎤Masterpiece
He was channeling some angels there. Awesome and moving.
Its a gift from God his voice some day the earths going to be a paradise
One of Marvin's absolutely best songs and how about this magical bass line played by Bob Babbitt!!! The bass lines here are bad ass big time!!!
Yesss the bass line is a funky vibe ❤❤❤
This song is ahead of it’s time and is still relevant today. Society needs to create a common understanding of what’s happening today in the world. Marvin was such a unique and beautiful soul. I’m glad you were able to hear this hauntingly beautiful song with a sad but true message that makes you think. You should check out trouble man by him, it will blow your mind! Rest in peace Marvin ❤
Cinematic impact on this song was visually stunning and sadly... truthful.
This song is a great way to spend the day with your family ❤❤❤❤❤
Marvin was one of the very best
Marvin Gaye Gotta Give it up straight fire!!!!
I have been a marvin gay fan 4 Close to fifty years and I never heard the song until I was watching a movie last year. I had to find out who it was and it was marvin gaye to be honest it is not as well known as his Other songs but in my opinion I love this one the best❤❤❤❤
I watch several of the TH-cam videos reaction channels including yours which is very good. You need to know that I always have to raise my volume quite a bit to hear yours....when I switch over I have to lower it down...it only happens with your channel.
It's because he's Marvin Gaye. That's how.
you're on the right track Rome....DIG DEPPER WITH MARVIN.
Let's Get It On was one of Marvin Gaye's most popular hits and Heard It Through The Grapevine. What's goin' on is another, he had alot of hits.
Get ahold of every Marvin Gaye songs I was born in 1963 and I miss him so much I want you album. What's going on album. Here my Dear album. And the song Its Madness
Yesss.....nothing but pure madness, musical beast!!
Marvin Gaye - Sexual Heeling, What's Going On and Let's Get It On
You're new. I respect that.
Country, Blues, R&B ALL write about experiences, nice, in love, in pain and confused. What you are now listening to are various stages of music evolution. What is now is because of what was then. It's a culmination of styles that many of today's artist's have pulled on to create their own stylistics & sound.
Differences in how they recorded music. How one sings, what one sings about & individual stylings changed with the period. NOT everyone sounded exactly like Bess Smith, or Billie Holiday or Aretha. NOT everyone sounded like Smokey Robinson, Al Green, Marvin Gaye, Elvis, Frank Sinatra & Nat King Cole. Nor did everyone sounded like Gladys Knight, Diana Ross, Barbara Streisand or Dionne Warwick. THEY were the first! After many wanted to emulate & sound like them!
Colored people sung about strife, loss of dreams & being stuck. Even the gospel songs that originated in slavery were about freedom (how & when to escape). Through the evolution, the emotions never were lost although through 'whitewashing' of the songs they did try to take it away. Beatles & Rolling Stones along with a few others, acknowledged the sound & voices of the past artists, many American white musicians & singers wouldn't.
One can hear the history in how they were recorded (the accompaniment, instruments & rhythms). The Civil Rights movement late 50s-60s was happening. Vietnam War, drugs & inequality in jobs & being able to live in decent neighborhoods was still a struggle. But there was enlightening for a few, while many were stuck.
Marvin Gaye didn't' grow up wealthy. He grew up in segregated times. He toured the country & Europe. Many times while on the Motown circuit, he performed for white audiences while sleeping in 'colored only' housing. He toured areas he was instructed on behavior to avoid backlash (staying away from white women, going into crowds to sing to them etc.).
He saw & lived in the 'ghettos'. He's seen people die from overdoses, imprisoned & lose hope. He had a singing partner that died. He as a Colored/Black man saw the promise from the Civil Rights & the defeat (drugs, limited education, gangs & institutional racism). He made money but he wasn't free from everyone's demons.
The music was of the times, to you it was upbeat. To others, it was steady & constant, not really going too fast or slow, just there. Each period shows us something about that time.
I remember back in the day the radio station would play the whole What's Going Album. Classic and still so relevant.
My favourite from Marvin!!!!
Most DEFINITELY listen to his duets with Tammi Terell (who ALSO died tragically). Some of the most BEAUTIFUL music ever created.
I totally agree.... I haven't heard anything close to the music these two made together....
My favorite song from Marvin!
Love Marvin 💘 Gaye
Love this jam!! My fav morning song to get my soul moving.🎶🎶🎵💯💜
Marvin Gaye - Lets get it on. Kenny Thomas - Outstanding.
All his songs are Great!!!
Staying Power! Still Relevant! An awesome masterpiece!