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Marvin Gaye was an American singer, songwriter, and record producer who is considered one of the greatest musicians of all time. He was born on April 2, 1939, in Washington D.C. and began his career in the early 1960s with the Motown label, where he quickly became known for his smooth, soulful voice and his ability to blend different musical genres.
Gaye’s early hits included “Can I Get a Witness,” “How Sweet It Is (To Be Loved By You),” and “Ain’t That Peculiar.” In the late 1960s and early 1970s, he became increasingly politically aware, and his music reflected this with songs such as “What’s Going On” and “Mercy Mercy Me (The Ecology).” These songs dealt with social issues such as poverty, war, and environmental degradation and are considered classics of the era.
Gaye’s personal life was often tumultuous, and he struggled with drug addiction and depression. He was tragically shot and killed by his own father on April 1, 1984, one day before his 45th birthday.
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