Marvin Gaye - What's Going On

Widely regarded as one of the greatest albums ever recorded, What’s Going On marked a bold artistic turning point for Marvin Gaye. Released in 1971, the album blends soulful melodies, lush orchestration, jazz influences, and socially conscious songwriting into a seamless song cycle that remains as powerful today as it was upon release. Addressing themes of war, poverty, environmental destruction, addiction, and spirituality, What’s Going On transformed soul music and redefined what popular music could say. Anchored by timeless tracks like “What’s Going On,” “Mercy Mercy Me (The Ecology),” and “Inner City Blues (Make Me Wanna Holler),” the album showcases Marvin Gaye at his most compassionate, ambitious, and visionary. A landmark release from the golden era of Motown and an essential record in any collection.

Tracklist

Side A

What’s Going On
What’s Happening Brother
Flyin’ High (In The Friendly Sky)
Save The Children
God Is Love
Mercy Mercy Me (The Ecology)

Side B

Right On
Wholy Holy
Inner City Blues (Make Me Wanna Holler)

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