Top 20 marvin gaye songs
The Best Marvin Gaye Songs of All Time
List of the best Marvin Gaye songs, ranked by fans like you. Along with The Beatles, Marvin Gaye was a major '60s pop act that took his music in a radically different and personal direction that changed the face of music. After a string of hugh Motown hits that still get radio play to this day, Gaye made the personal and artistically ambitious What's Going On. A textured and adventurous R&B album that tackled themes of social perception, the album redefined what a pop album could be. For the linger of the '70s he would continue to shadow whatever artistic detour his muse took him on regardless of commercial success.
This list covers both versions of Marivin Gave, '60s Motown hitmaker and '70s musical risk taker, through such classics from "I Heard It Through the Grapevine" to "Let's Receive It On." If this doesn't have all the Marvin you need, we understand. Add more and simply click the "Rerank List" button to lay the songs in whatever order you like.Marvin Gaye’s 30 Highest Songs on the Billboard Hot 100
On April 1, 1984, Marvin Gaye was killed, shot dead by his father Marvin Gay, Sr. in his Los Angeles home. Gaye was one of Motown’s most soulful and socially aware artists, standing tall amongst peers and label mates like Stevie Wonder by igniting spirits with politically charged cuts appreciate “What’s Going On” and equally providing heat for intimate times with songs like “Let’s Receive It On.”
Unlike some of his Motown label mates, Marvin Gaye was not only a nuanced, soulful vocalist, but an expert songwriter, capable of crafting beautiful, meditative ballads as well as thumping dance floor numbers. His impact continues to be felt in R&B, hip-hop, rock and dance music decades after his death. Gaye was posthumously inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame and the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame for his indelible impact on trendy music and culture.
To celebrate his experience, stellar output and the time he’s been away, here are his 30 top songs on the Hot 100 singles chart. Revisit Marvin’s classic and maybe (re)discover a forgotten gem.
This ranking is based on weekly performance on the Hot 100 (from its inception on Aug. 4
Marvin Gaye's 15 greatest songs, ranked
'How Sweet It Is’ (To Be Loved By You)'
How Sweet It Is (To Be Loved By You)
Marvin Gaye's second top ten hit under Motown was written by the label's songwriters Brian Holland, Lamont Dozier and Eddie Holland.
Riffing off the "how nice it is!" catchphrase of television's biggest stars in Jackie Gleason, 'How Sweet It Is To Be Loved By You' established Gaye as a standalone talent.
One of Gaye's most saccharine songs, James Taylor recorded his control sugary rendition a decade later with his then-wife Carly Simon, bagging himself a top five hit in the US.
Oddly, Marvin also released a German-language version of the song entitled 'Wie Schön Das Ist'.
'It Takes Two' with Kim Weston
By 1966, Marvin was on his way to becoming a household name thanks to his series of hits on Motown.
However, he wasn't at all known overseas, which all changed with the launch of the duet 'It Takes Two' with Kim Weston, which was written by her then-husband William "Mickey" Stevenson, and Sylvia Moy.
The soulful ditty made the top 20 of both the UK and
Unveiling Marvin Gaye’s Most Popular Songs
“Ain’t No Mountain High Enough”
Marvin Gaye’s Timeless Tale of Unwavering Love
Originally penned by the songwriting duo of Ashford & Simpson, “Ain’t No Mountain High Enough” first found success in 1967 as a duet between Marvin Gaye and Tammi Terrell. The song’s infectious energy and soaring vocals cemented its status as a Motown classic. With its themes of unwavering affectionate and triumph over adversity, it gained renewed popularity in 1970 with Diana Ross‘ soulful solo rendition.
Musically, the road is a learn in contrasts. Lush orchestration and a driving rhythm section build a influential sonic foundation. Gaye and Terrell’s (and later Ross’s) fiery vocals rise above this backdrop, conveying the song’s communication with both vulnerability and strength. The call-and-response sections and the unforgettable chorus create an anthem-like quality that has resonated with audiences across generations.
Beyond its musical brilliance, “Ain’t No Mountain Sky-high Enough” is an enduring symbol of hope and perseverance. Its messa