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    Gaye, Marvin
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    • 1. (1939–84), American soul singer, composer, and musician. Best known for ‘I Heard It Through the Grapevine’ (1968), he later recorded the albums Let's Get It On (1973) and Midnight Love (1982). He was shot dead by his father in a quarrel.

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  2. www.songfacts.com › facts › charlie-puthMarvin Gaye by Charlie Puth (featuring Meghan Trainor) -...

    A song inspired by Marvin Gaye and Motown music, featuring Meghan Trainor. Learn the story behind the song, the chart performance, and the lyrics.

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      Gilby: The Spaghetti Incident?, some of it was recorded...

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      The album pays homage to New Orleans blues, a type of music...

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      In the book I Want My MTV, various people who worked at the...

  3. en.wikipedia.org › wiki › Marvin_GayeMarvin Gaye - Wikipedia

    Marvin Gaye - Wikipedia. Marvin Pentz Gaye ( né Gay Jr.; April 2, 1939 – April 1, 1984) [1] was an American soul and R&B singer, songwriter, and musician.

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  5. americansongwriter.com › the-enduring-meaning-behind-marvinThe Enduring Meaning Behind Marvin Gaye’s Signature Hit “What’s...

    Aug 21, 2023 · Learn how Marvin Gaye's signature hit "What's Going On" reflects his social and environmental concerns in the 1970s. Explore the song's lyrics, history, and legacy as a soul anthem that questions war, racism, and injustice.

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  6. oldtimemusic.com › the-meaning-behind-the-song-marvin-gayeThe Meaning Behind The Song: Marvin Gaye by Charlie Puth

    Sep 11, 2023 · The song, featuring Meghan Trainor, is an upbeat track with a nostalgic vibe, paying tribute to the legendary soul singer, Marvin Gaye. While it can be enjoyed as a feel-good song, there is a deeper meaning behind the lyrics that adds layers of thought-provoking sentiments.

  7. www.britannica.com › biography › Marvin-GayeMarvin Gaye | Biography, Songs, & Facts | Britannica

    May 27, 2024 · Marvin Gaye (born April 2, 1939, Washington, D.C., U.S.—died April 1, 1984, Los Angeles, California) was an American soul singer-songwriter-producer who, to a large extent, ushered in the era of artist-controlled popular music of the 1970s.

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  8. oldtimemusic.com › w2 › the-meaning-behind-the-song-marvinThe Meaning Behind The Song: Marvin Gaye by Charlie Puth

    Charlie Puth’s song “Marvin Gaye” is a catchy pop hit featuring his friend Meghan Trainor. The song was released on February 10, 2015, as part of Puth’s album “Nine Track Mind”. With its infectious melody and fun lyrics, the song quickly became a favorite among listeners.

  9. hinative.com › questions › 1715292What is the meaning of "marvin gaye"? - Question about English...

    Feb 3, 2017 · Definition of marvin gaye @hiwanurilla It was a name of a legendary singer who sang some sexual songs. So "marvin gaye" these days is used as a verb which means "do some sexual thing".