Marvin gaye song list
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 cherish and triumph over adversity, it gained renewed popularity in 1970 with Diana Ross‘ soulful solo rendition.
Musically, the route is a investigate in contrasts. Lush orchestration and a driving rhythm section build a influential sonic foundation. Gaye and Terrell’s (and later Ross’s) ardent vocals rise above this backdrop, conveying the song’s note 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 Tall Enough” is an enduring symbol of hope and perseverance. Its messa
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 pleasant 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 have 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 emit 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
Song artist 124 - Marvin Gaye
This page lists the tune chart entries of Marvin Gaye.A list of the punch albums by Marvin Gaye is also available. The songs are listed with the most widely successful first.
| # | Artist | Song Title | Year | Chart Entries |
| 1 | Marvin Gaye | I Heard it Through the Grapevine | 1968 | UK 1 - Feb 1969 (15 weeks), US Billboard 1 - Nov 1968 (15 weeks), Record World 1 - 1968, Keener 1 - Nov 1968 (9 weeks), Canada 1 - Nov 1968 (8 weeks), Grammy Hall of Fame in 1998 (1968), DDD 1 of 1968, Springbok 3 - Mar 1969 (9 weeks), D.Marsh 3 of 1968, US CashBox 4 of 1969, US Radio 4 of 1968 (peak 1 12 weeks), Scrobulate 4 of soul, nuTsie 4 of 1960s, US invalid BB 5 of 1968, POP 5 of 1968, Acclaimed 8 (1968), DMDB 9 (1968), KQV 11 of 1968, Belgium 17 - Jun 1986 (4 weeks), Holland 18 - Jan 1969 (13 weeks), RIAA 21, WABC NY 26 of 1969, Canada 28 of 1969, Australia Goset 40 - Apr 1969 (2 weeks), ODK Germany 48 - Jun 1986 (5 weeks), Brazil 59 of 1969, 64 in 2FM list, Billboard 50th tune 65, 55th Billboard 100 76 (1968), Vinyl Surrender 79 (1968), Rolling Stone 80, Billboard100 81, US BB 88 of 1969, OzNet 97, Belgium 179 of all moment, UKMIX 204, WXPN 604, RYM 10 o Marvin Gaye's 10 greatest songs ever, rankedHow Sweet It Is (To Be Loved By You)Marvin Gaye “How Sweet It Is” Exist At Montreux Jazz Festival 1980 HD Written by the famous Holland–Dozier–Holland trio at Motown, this gave Marvin Gaye his biggest slap at the time in 1964. The song's title was inspired by one of Jackie Gleason's signature catchphrases: "How Sweet It Is!" The love song was later recorded as a known cover version by James Taylor in 1975. It Takes Two (with Kim Weston)Released on Motown's Tamla label in 1966, this duet between Marvin and Kim Weston describes various things in life - such as dreams, love and wishes - being far better with two people instead of one. Read more: The tragic story of Marvin Gaye and the untimely death of a soul legendIn 1990, Rod Stewart and Tina Turner teamed up for a cover version, taking it to number five in the UK. Abraham, Martin and JohnAbraham, Martin & John Originally by Dion, this anthem was a tribute to four iconic Americans who were assassinated: Abraham Lincoln, Martin Luther King Jr, John F Kennedy and Robert Kennedy. Marvin Gaye covered the song in 1970, and was |