The line "Father, father - we don't need to escalate" is so sad when you think of how he passed on. This world is too cruel. But love prevails, be it in the flesh or in music like this. If you're reading this, know that you're blessed and loved, though it may not always feel so. Someone or something out there will always love you. Live on dear one, live on.
As an artist who dabbles in animation, I can’t begin to imagine how long this took. It usually takes me about 10-12 hours to animate just a couple seconds. The details on the dress? Immaculate. Chefs kiss. Don’t mind me geeking out over here.
I love the animation on this video but hadn't fully appreciated how much work had gone into creating it! Thank you for the insight! Beautiful song and video.
One of James Jameson’s best bass lines and one of the best bass lines written to date. The dude recorded it last minute, drunk, on his back! Why? Cuz Marvin had to have him on this track.
Though the world has changed but gone backwards in many ways, I wish that Mr. Gaye were here to see it. Our solace is that he has a front row seat from Heaven.
He saw this then + unfortunately there's been a snails pace of positive growth + even worse is it seems like at least a 1/3 of country have started to show that the progress was somewhat superficial because you put that racist orange POS in the white house + let him start with the racist shit practically from his announcement of running for president + allowed all the closeted, underground + subtle people with some racist ideology to feel confident + comfortable enough to start coming out of the closet so to speak. ✌
This song and album always leaves me in tears!!! Thank you GOD for helping Marvin create this masterpiece! I wish Marvin was alive to see how much ppl love him! ❤️❤️❤️🙏🏾
There are a lot of good songs from the 70s & at that time theft was a lot going on im this world so these artist found a way to express them selves. So happy they did. People are trying to erase history but of you want change you have to learn so you you don't do the same thing all over! I send music out to make people happy & not to forget. We ate going thru a lot of change now!💜💙💚❤🦋🌈
THEME SONG FOR THE LAST 400 YEARS OF INJUSTICE AND TYRANNY !!! REST IN POWER AND PEACE, MY BROTHER, MARVIN !! YOUR EVER PRESENT "GENIUS" IS AN INSPIRATION TOO THE WORLD !!
Being in my 60’s now I remember how many beautiful songs came out of the dislike for war. It is really too bad that some of the music now days sometimes instigates violence. Marvin was one of the great voices of that time. Peace to everyone!🇨🇦
I agree, @peanut2046. What's Going On was one of the very best of the anti-war songs of the 1970s, but there were quite a few of them. I think about Freda Payne's "Bring the Boys Home" and Edwin Starr's "War (What is it Good For)" and the Temptations' "Ball of Confusion" -- as just a few examples.
Yes… Indeed. The song was in response to the Vietnamese War occurring during those years and now it hits the same spot because we’re heading towards war in these current times today… War at many levels in this Country and throughout the World.
I like how they're introducing Marvin Gaye to the young ones by creating these music videos. I'm a millennial but I truly love his music; it's timeless!
This timeless song was played at sunrise on the National Mall. for all hear to start the MILLION MAN MARCH. I'LL NEVER FORGET THAT MOMENT. It set the tone. Long Live the spirit of the MILLION MAN MARCH!!
Just finished reading 'Divided Soul' which for me is a must read for all MG fans. Even though Marvin was in constant battle with himself, what is clear that 'What's Going On' shows him at the top of his game. Legend. This remains the most important album ever in terms of the message it imparts.
A classic and 50 years later still relevant. Marvin Gaye had a way of communicating through his voice like no other. Love and appreciate him even more today. Thank you for bringing this beautiful man front and center.
When he did this song little did he know that with everything going on in the world today it has so much meaning today Blacklives Matter , Racism , democracy so much to name . Thank you Marvin Gaye for this beautiful blessing of a song 🎵 ❤. R.l.P 😇
I've loved this album from the time it was released. Grew up with him. From the time I could understand my dad would tell stories about him. He was stationed with Marvin in Kansas at the Air Force Base their. RIH Marvin Gaye thank you for sharing your gift with us
For O-N-L-Y L🫶🏽VE Can Conquer Hate!!! 😭💔 I wish everyone could listen to this song and fully immerse themselves in the MESSAGE!!! 🙏🏽 I WILL NEVER UNDERSTAND IGNORANCE, PREJUDICE, HATRED, & DIVISIVE RHETORIC ON A PLANET THAT IS ROOTED & CREATED IN DIVERSITY!!! I'M TIRED OF CRYING!!! 😫
What a terrific tune, in light of what was going on in Vietnam. So right in losing our guys in a war we didn't have no business being there. Love You Marvin!
Such a powerful message but the sad part is that it was happening then and continues to this very day. I love that there are some artists and have been some who aren’t afraid to sing about this very real and ugly subject.
This incredible song sounds as fantastic as it did fifty years ago! Such quality that will last forever! This has always been , and always will be, an all time favorite of mine! I love every but as much now as I did when I first heard it in April, 1971!!! Marvin Gaye was one of a kind!
Couldn't agree more what a huge loss to the world of soul he was - he was so intelligent and insightful as well as being a brilliant singer and writer.
This album is exquisite. The layers of instruments and arrangements so meticulosly yuxtaposed are balanced perfectly, instead of sounding overproduced. One of the few albums that can really be put next to Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band and The Dark Side of The Moon.
I’ve loved Marvin Gaye since the very first time at the age of 14 brought my first album vinyl of course (what’s going on)this completely changed my approach to music and to life. And even today when you listen to the album it is still Actuality in the society we live in today Marvin Gaye Wasn’t just a singer He was a poet philosopher and a humanists. The album what’s going on in my opinion should be awarded the Nobel Prize for literature I don’t know What Hollywood are waiting for to make a film on the life of Marvin Gaye
These visualisations are fantastic, keeping the music relevant for another 50 years. God 🙏🏿 bless Marvin , he was here for a short while but his impact is infinite.
A beautiful and meaningful new artistic accompaniment to a classic song that sadly still applies today. This should never have gone on and shouldn't still be going on. ✌💞🌍🌏🌎 from an old hippie chick
This song is very heart warming. It reminds us humans that everyone should be treated the same. It is a good dance track and you stop and realise people went through this. Happy 50th Anniversary
Wow 👍🏻 This video is awesome, and much needed on the big screen. There are so many other people who really need to see this. And yes ! Marvins message still stands in place for all that has been going on for the past 3 years. Thank you. To the artist and creator or creator,s of this video. Congratulations. Keep doing what your doing.
✨✊🏼✨🎊💝🎊 Toddler fan forever 🙏🏼👑🕊️I miss him. I'll be 44 & still love 💕 his art. Took a whole week end to download every song he ever did Spring 2021...... Marvin ✨✊🏼✨ forever DMV 💝🙌🏼👑🏆
This album not only shifted the paradigm in Motown but also in the entire R&B/Soul genre. After this album, you couldn't just sing "bubble gum love songs"...now, you had to have SUBSTANCE. Artists such as EW&F, Kool & The Gang, Funkadelic, James Brown, etc began to incorporate social/spiritual commentary into their music. #MarvinTheGreat
I was accosted a couple of weeks ago, when i was in the emergency room , I was able to ground myself by not giving into hate and anger. When I got home later that day , this was the first song I played. Music is healing and this message in this song will forever have a new meaning to me.
One of my all-time favorites thank you for adding the new video it made for a totally new experience. Those were great times. This is where I come when I miss those times
This whole album has a spiritual message that is powerful and brilliant…….I’ve listened to this album many times and it touches my heart and soul each time I listen…….thank you Mr Gaye for giving this masterpiece to the world to enjoy.❤
Thank you, thank you, thank you. I've been listening to this album in all its formats for 50 years. Unfortunately, the lyrics still ring true today as they did back then. What's happening, brother?
🤗💖 I'd by Now hv wore ALL MY RECORDS BY NOW!! I LIVED THROUGH ALL OF THAT HORROR,..VIETNAM WAR!! DEVISTATED EVERYONE & EVERYTHING,..SO I ASK NOW,..WHERE ARE ALL THE PPL. NOW,..😔 IN THEIR CELL PHONES! 😔
Wat no not the whole world lives happy u should see that n u r also on the internet listening to this u may not admit but it has power to bring us together
Does this wonderful & beautiful song/video resonate with 1 human being other than myself who cares about what's going on in gaza & the respective protests around the world in support of the innocent civilians who are being unjustly killed by Israel right now? Am I alone😥
To the family, the collaborators and the lawyers: Let this amazing musician Rest In Peace and allow him to inspire the next generation of artists without fear of a lawsuits. Let his legacy live on through them without litigation.
Simplemente maravillosa....la letra, el ritmo, los instrumentos, la melodía, la voz privilegiada de Gaye. Como para enviársela al actual zar, a ver si entiende. Simply amazing. The lyrics, the rhythm, the instruments played, the melody, Gaye's so wonderful voice. I want to send it to the current czar, to see if he gets the message.
The line "Father, father - we don't need to escalate" is so sad when you think of how he passed on. This world is too cruel. But love prevails, be it in the flesh or in music like this.
If you're reading this, know that you're blessed and loved, though it may not always feel so. Someone or something out there will always love you. Live on dear one, live on.
That’s right😌
Line hit me in the heart today, had to pause the song for a minute.
Thank You ❤
Amén brother...amén....
😢🙏
50 years ago Marvin Gaye was trying to tell us something we should have listened to his message in this song
I miss him sooooo much. The song always makes me cry
50 years ago. His message is still as relevant as it always was.
Tis, prophetically profound, yes.
Marvin's music was way ahead of time!!
@@karenharps6006 his music was right on time... what makes it so great is that we can still appreciate it today
Music is eternal
Sorry Marvin, it's still going on 😢
私は日本人ですが
日本のある番組で彼が
紹介されてるのを見て来ました。
こんなに優しい歌声を持つ人が
いるということを
知る事が出来て良かったです！
So much great soul music for you to enjoy, share the message with our Japanese friends
As an artist who dabbles in animation, I can’t begin to imagine how long this took. It usually takes me about 10-12 hours to animate just a couple seconds. The details on the dress? Immaculate. Chefs kiss. Don’t mind me geeking out over here.
It really is beautifully done. ❤
I love the animation on this video but hadn't fully appreciated how much work had gone into creating it! Thank you for the insight! Beautiful song and video.
Outstanding work!
Ever so often I come back to this, and realize just how special this Prophet was...
War is NOT the answer...
One of James Jameson’s best bass lines and one of the best bass lines written to date. The dude recorded it last minute, drunk, on his back! Why? Cuz Marvin had to have him on this track.
Though the world has changed but gone backwards in many ways, I wish that Mr. Gaye were here to see it. Our solace is that he has a front row seat from Heaven.
God bless his Soul, Marvin Always with us all, blessing Humanity with his Talent
Kendria Anderson
Thank You 🙏🏽 4 Ur
Beautiful words‼️
So TRUE‼️
Stay Blessed Always
My Brother‼️❤️❤️❤️
🙏🏽🙏🏼🙏🏽❤️❤️❤️‼️‼️‼️
@@dianagentile7636 Thank you! As difficult as it is, I will keep trying to 🙏🏾!!
He saw this then + unfortunately there's been a snails pace of positive growth + even worse is it seems like at least a 1/3 of country have started to show that the progress was somewhat superficial because you put that racist orange POS in the white house + let him start with the racist shit practically from his announcement of running for president + allowed all the closeted, underground + subtle people with some racist ideology to feel confident + comfortable enough to start coming out of the closet so to speak. ✌
Amen and Amen 🙏😢😡 same here 😢🙏😡
I never get tired of hearing this song - It hits something deep inside of me every time I hear it.
I totally agree...
Man it makes me said that his message with this album didn’t wake us up when it came out. all this stuff still happens
no kidding man
Still unwoke ppl
Seriously
Marvin's massage truly transcended his time ❤🙏🏽😊
Damn that was a powerful video. Love the song.
Lordy. Where did that half-century go? I'm in awe of how much beauty can arise from so much pain...
Marvin felt extremely compassionately. This album is honestly Marvin opening his heart to the world. His messages are ETERNAL 💝♾
'War is not the answer for only love can conquer hate' has a lyric ever been more relevant? God bless you Marvin 🙏
This song and album always leaves me in tears!!! Thank you GOD for helping Marvin create this masterpiece! I wish Marvin was alive to see how much ppl love him! ❤️❤️❤️🙏🏾
This is straight up one of the greatest albums of all time, Rolling Stone for all their faults got it right with that one.
There are a lot of good songs from the 70s & at that time theft was a lot going on im this world so these artist found a way to express them selves. So happy they did. People are trying to erase history but of you want change you have to learn so you you don't do the same thing all over! I send music out to make people happy & not to forget. We ate going thru a lot of change now!💜💙💚❤🦋🌈
:)
THEME SONG FOR THE LAST 400 YEARS OF INJUSTICE AND TYRANNY !!!
REST IN POWER AND PEACE, MY BROTHER, MARVIN !!
YOUR EVER PRESENT "GENIUS" IS AN INSPIRATION TOO THE WORLD !!
!
Being in my 60’s now I remember how many beautiful songs came out of the dislike for war. It is really too bad that some of the music now days sometimes instigates violence. Marvin was one of the great voices of that time. Peace to everyone!🇨🇦
I agree, @peanut2046. What's Going On was one of the very best of the anti-war songs of the 1970s, but there were quite a few of them. I think about Freda Payne's "Bring the Boys Home" and Edwin Starr's "War (What is it Good For)" and the Temptations' "Ball of Confusion" -- as just a few examples.
This is relevant today, a prophet singing for today!
💯
Yes… Indeed. The song was in response to the Vietnamese War occurring during those years and now it hits the same spot because we’re heading towards war in these current times today… War at many levels in this Country and throughout the World.
I like how they're introducing Marvin Gaye to the young ones by creating these music videos. I'm a millennial but I truly love his music; it's timeless!
Man!!! Wow gotta love it! Seems like he's talking about today!
This timeless song was played at sunrise on the National Mall. for all hear to start the MILLION MAN MARCH. I'LL NEVER FORGET THAT MOMENT. It set the tone. Long Live the spirit of the MILLION MAN MARCH!!
One of the greatest albums of all time
Just finished reading 'Divided Soul' which for me is a must read for all MG fans. Even though Marvin was in constant battle with himself, what is clear that 'What's Going On' shows him at the top of his game. Legend. This remains the most important album ever in terms of the message it imparts.
Yes!! Repeat: The GREATEST ALBUM EVER! because of The MESSAGE (LOVE)!!!!!
A classic and 50 years later still relevant. Marvin Gaye had a way of communicating through his voice like no other. Love and appreciate him even more today. Thank you for bringing this beautiful man front and center.
Amen
I agree with you.... Hi carol
How are you?
You do not want to reply me... At least say hi
💖🎶🎶🎶🥰🌹🎵🎵🎶🎵💐
When he did this song little did he know that with everything going on in the world today it has so much meaning today Blacklives Matter , Racism , democracy so much to name . Thank you Marvin Gaye for this beautiful blessing of a song 🎵 ❤. R.l.P 😇
One of the best songs song of the rock era, r&b and popular music, forever masterpiece
I've loved this album from the time it was released. Grew up with him. From the time I could understand my dad would tell stories about him. He was stationed with Marvin in Kansas at the Air Force Base their. RIH Marvin Gaye thank you for sharing your gift with us
He was so ahead of the times! We need to play this again so ppl will learn
Only LOVE Can Conquer Hate!!!
For O-N-L-Y L🫶🏽VE Can Conquer Hate!!! 😭💔
I wish everyone could listen to this song and fully immerse themselves in the MESSAGE!!! 🙏🏽
I WILL NEVER UNDERSTAND IGNORANCE, PREJUDICE, HATRED, & DIVISIVE RHETORIC ON A PLANET THAT IS ROOTED & CREATED IN DIVERSITY!!! I'M TIRED OF CRYING!!! 😫
What a terrific tune, in light of what was going on in Vietnam. So right in losing our guys in a war we didn't have no business being there. Love You Marvin!
Such a powerful message but the sad part is that it was happening then and continues to this very day. I love that there are some artists and have been some who aren’t afraid to sing about this very real and ugly subject.
My favorite song by Marvin Gaye. Loved him since the 60's. He fought for this song, God bless him.
This incredible song sounds as fantastic as it did fifty years ago! Such quality that will last forever! This has always been , and always will be, an all time favorite of mine! I love every but as much now as I did when I first heard it in April, 1971!!! Marvin Gaye was one of a kind!
You are lucky to hear it in REAL time!! Indeed this is a great song that delivers the truth!
I have loved this song then and now! TRUTH TO POWER!
Marvin Gaye Lives On 🖤
What an extraordinary singer that man was! He had the Voice of an angel!
I’m convinced that Marvins voice and Jamersons bass together on a song alone can end any war.
This man was so classic and relevant. Here we are, a golden lifetime later, and we’re still thankful for him and his talent. 💛
Thks God for lending him to world, we all still miss him deeply Rip
the greatest of the whole pack...the wonderful touching heart of Marvin Gaye...
With everything going on in the world this song needs to be played all over the world
Amen, ... and I strongly agree with you.
Couldn't agree more what a huge loss to the world of soul he was - he was so intelligent and insightful as well as being a brilliant singer and writer.
Sublime
but the whole world doesn't speak English, and this is not the only song in the world that addresses this topic...
Seems the world now are deaf. More on selfish motives. Sad, not losing hope though.
This is brilliant. Thanks to all for this creation.
Greatest Motown album by an enormous distance.
This album is exquisite. The layers of instruments and arrangements so meticulosly yuxtaposed are balanced perfectly, instead of sounding overproduced. One of the few albums that can really be put next to Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band and The Dark Side of The Moon.
First heard this in 1971, Fort Knox Kentucky. Basic training and had no idea what was going on. ;) Great song!
I’ve loved Marvin Gaye since the very first time at the age of 14 brought my first album vinyl of course (what’s going on)this completely changed my approach to music and to life. And even today when you listen to the album it is still Actuality in the society we live in today Marvin Gaye Wasn’t just a singer He was a poet philosopher and a humanists. The album what’s going on in my opinion should be awarded the Nobel Prize for literature I don’t know What Hollywood are waiting for to make a film on the life of Marvin Gaye
I love this Video. I hope it won some kind of an award
thanks Marvin - its still my song mantra - thank you for your gifts you shared - blessings
The Great Prince of Soul lives on through his Beautiful music.....
My favorite part of this awesome video: tribute to Ieshia Evans at 1:18
congratulations! great work! respect to all of you and to the one and only Marvin Gaye!
Hello 👋
how’re you doing? I bring a warm greetings from Atlanta
These visualisations are fantastic, keeping the music relevant for another 50 years. God 🙏🏿 bless Marvin , he was here for a short while but his impact is infinite.
A fresh video for a globally relevant song. Epic!
So true and still relevant...even more so today...
Celebrating 50 years of this song, this is why this revolutionary song has made into lyrics.
Thank you for this! 2024 ! We need this more then ever! 64 yrs young. ❤❤❤❤
A beautiful and meaningful new artistic accompaniment to a classic song that sadly still applies today. This should never have gone on and shouldn't still be going on. ✌💞🌍🌏🌎 from an old hippie chick
He's still teaching us from beyond. There's few songs that are simply timeless, and this is one of them.
Timeless 🙏🏿
If we could all ask ourselves What’s Going On…
This song is very heart warming. It reminds us humans that everyone should be treated the same. It is a good dance track and you stop and realise people went through this. Happy 50th Anniversary
Loving it at 59 ! THANK YOU FOR KEEPING THIS MUSIC MANS MUSIC ALIVE! Music legend for sure
Wow 👍🏻 This video is awesome, and much needed on the big screen. There are so many other people who really need to see this. And yes ! Marvins message still stands in place for all that has been going on for the past 3 years. Thank you. To the artist and creator or creator,s of this video. Congratulations. Keep doing what your doing.
Thank you for this beautiful song and powerful video ~ Rest in Peace Marvin and thank you for your beautiful music ~
So sad
What an amazing album. It's still relevant to this day...
✨✊🏼✨🎊💝🎊 Toddler fan forever 🙏🏼👑🕊️I miss him. I'll be 44 & still love 💕 his art. Took a whole week end to download every song he ever did Spring 2021...... Marvin ✨✊🏼✨ forever DMV 💝🙌🏼👑🏆
Magical!!!
More beautiful than ever... Magical indeed
Such a great video of an epic song. Well done whoever's responsible
This album not only shifted the paradigm in Motown but also in the entire R&B/Soul genre. After this album, you couldn't just sing "bubble gum love songs"...now, you had to have SUBSTANCE. Artists such as EW&F, Kool & The Gang, Funkadelic, James Brown, etc began to incorporate social/spiritual commentary into their music. #MarvinTheGreat
James Brown was doing social commentary before 1971, but otherwise you are correct
Right on Brother ✊🏿
Always liked Marvin Gate He left us too soon RIP
How good is this.........................................a retrospective of a prophecy.
Awesome artwork and very eclectic mix of things. Marvin would have been proud
I was accosted a couple of weeks ago, when i was in the emergency room , I was able to ground myself by not giving into hate and anger. When I got home later that day , this was the first song I played. Music is healing and this message in this song will forever have a new meaning to me.
lessons i need to learn
🙏🏻♥️🇺🇸
You are a better man than most. Hope you’ve healed physically and emotionally ✌🏽
One of my all-time favorites thank you for adding the new video it made for a totally new experience. Those were great times. This is where I come when I miss those times
Wow I'm blown away....rip brother🙏🕊️
Love it. Best musician that ever was.
This whole album has a spiritual message that is powerful and brilliant…….I’ve listened to this album many times and it touches my heart and soul each time I listen…….thank you Mr Gaye for giving this masterpiece to the world to enjoy.❤
My favorite song, and I'm also a motion designer. Your video is absolutely wonderful!
Freedom Of Speech 💭💭
This absolutely was a Divenly Inspire Song from the Great Marvin Gaye !!! !!! !!! !!! !!! !!!
Happy 50th to this amazing album. Got me through some rough times especially 2020. Legendary music.
So true was this album heard it at 8 years old. Now as a man at 59 its seems more real to me and mankind.
La personne qui a créé ce crie a toute ma gratitude ....
Il est m.a.g.n.i.f.i.q.u.e
🇫🇷 🙏🗽
Thank you, thank you, thank you. I've been listening to this album in all its formats for 50 years. Unfortunately, the lyrics still ring true today as they did back then. What's happening, brother?
Don't punish me with brutally
🤗💖 I'd by Now hv wore ALL MY RECORDS BY NOW!! I LIVED THROUGH ALL OF THAT HORROR,..VIETNAM WAR!! DEVISTATED EVERYONE & EVERYTHING,..SO I ASK NOW,..WHERE ARE ALL THE PPL. NOW,..😔
IN THEIR CELL PHONES! 😔
Wat no not the whole world lives happy u should see that n u r also on the internet listening to this u may not admit but it has power to bring us together
This is so beautiful I almost cried. True to the spirit of Marvin Gaye's music, yet so contemporary. I'm sure he would have loved this video.
Does this wonderful & beautiful song/video resonate with 1 human being other than myself who cares about what's going on in gaza & the respective protests around the world in support of the innocent civilians who are being unjustly killed by Israel right now? Am I alone😥
And not much has changed since Brother Marvin recorded this beautiful song.
Wonderful!
I’m READY!!!
I LOVE this version, same original song with new visuals - well done! ❤️✌🏽😊
This song is everything.
This song brings back memories of being in the barracks after a stressful day and hearing this song being played.
To the family, the collaborators and the lawyers: Let this amazing musician Rest In Peace and allow him to inspire the next generation of artists without fear of a lawsuits. Let his legacy live on through them without litigation.
Marvin deserve more than this !
Are you kidding us?
The words always bring me to tears. After all these years they could have been written yesterday. Love listening then.... Love it more now.
Simplemente maravillosa....la letra, el ritmo, los instrumentos, la melodía, la voz privilegiada de Gaye.
Como para enviársela al actual zar, a ver si entiende.
Simply amazing. The lyrics, the rhythm, the instruments played, the melody, Gaye's so wonderful voice. I want to send it to the current czar, to see if he gets the message.
The best video I've seen on this moving song , beautiful , superb !