What's Going On - Marvin Gaye | College Students' FIRST TIME REACTION!
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I would formally like to petition to change the rating to S.
👍
Exactly! As this song is so iconic & relevant, that it sadly fits perfectly into what's happening today! "S" tier all day, and every day baby!!! 😎
Signed
Signed. If there ever was an S song, this is it. This is hands down a contender for greatest song of the century.
Obviously
James Jamerson, the bass player was drunk out of his mind when he cut the bassline on this track. He was laying flat out on the studio floor when he played it. Just focus on the bass line. It's perfectly crafted. More Motown boys, you can't go wrong with it.
Plus you get to hear more Jamerson
And he plucked with only his index finger called “the Hook.” One of the greatest bass lines ever. What a legend
Also, "Papa was a Rolling Stone," epic!!
Marvin went to the bar and dragged him out to record.
Thank you, Burt Reynolds
“Father, father, we don’t need to escalate”. So sad, given that he was killed by his father...
😔😔😔
Actually he was talking about his father, when he says father, father, we don’t need to escalate, because they had a strained relationship, and yes his father did end up taking his life.
Yeah it was tragic, but at the time Marvin was going through some things (demons) and since his Father lived with him a situation got out of hand and you know when you raise your hand to your own Father, it doesn’t end well.
@@darrylmccants7280I felt he was justified considering how utterly violent and abusive his father was towards him, even if Marvin himself was spiraling due to his cocaine addiction.
@@darrylmccants7280 That is a super fucking weird way to try to justify a father literally killing his son. Don't go into society.
"What's Going On" is an album everyone should hear in its entirety. What a classic! Still relevant today.
which is why, the older i get, it makes me want to weep.
His line “father father we don’t need to escalate”… years later his dad would kill him…so sad.
I was having this conversation just a few days ago with a friend.
@@enriquearanda5845 I was a freshman in college when he died. I played his music all the time in the dorm and when my floor mates told me his dad killed him I thought they were just messing with me. Marvin was a poet for sure.
Unfortunately, it's still relevant. Those are a few of the Detroit Lions (H of F'er Lem Barney and Mel Farr) singing background.
"Let's Get It On" and "Sexual Healing" would be the Marvin Gaye songs to get it on to, and both are definitely worth reacting to.
And Got to Give It Up
Oh yeah, baby:-)
I'd even recommend the "sexual healing sessions" recording of the song. It has a slightly more seductive groove. Also for sex songs "I Want You" is pretty hard to top.
The album itself is a masterpiece
Oh absolutely Alex , gotta do let's get it on and sexual healing, your girlfriend will be whispering in YOUR ear 😉
Go to Al Green. "Let's Stay Together." This song is historic. Should have been an "S."
I agree.
After my grandma died I couldn’t listen to Al Green for about a year. She adored him❤️
I would hit 'love and happiness" first.
And, "Take me To The River".
Bill Withers! So many great songs!
When he talks about "we don't need to escalate" it's a reference to troop escalation in the Vietnam war, which was front and center on the News every night and in every conversation. Beautiful song. Thanks guys. Love your channel.
Also, he is probably referring to the relationship that he had with his incredibly abusive father who ended up murdering him :(
The first time I listened to this album I put my headphones on, laid back, and was taken on a journey. I listened to it in the dark with no breaks.....and I cried twice. Beautiful album through and through.
I have never been the type to cry over music and movies. But this album had me VERY close to the edge so beautiful and healing and definitely relevant today
You've taken your 1st step into modern jazz. Next step bro. Miles Davis👍
Rolling Stone magazine has the “What’s Going On” Album as #1 for its top 500 albums of all time.
Enough said!
Just typed that. Lol. Coulda saved myself keystrokes. Lol. But yes, say it again! #1 of all time!! 🤪
TRUE!
Rolling Stone also had NKTB ahead of AC/DC as well. Would not use them for only fish paper.
I could not care less about anything that magazine has to say about anything. This is not a criticism of Marvin Gaye or the album, just the magazine.
Marvin gaye and tammi tarell have the best duet ever with the song AINT NO MOUNTAIN HIGH ENOUGH
Best for sure
Any of the duets be did.
Yes, and You're All I Need To Get By and many others
This is my request that AINT NO MOUNTAIN HIGH ENOUGH is your next Marvin Gaye track
Ain't Nothing Like the Real Thing is another great one.
Anything by Marvin Gaye is an s. Regardless, Let's Get It On, sexual healing, and Mercy Mercy Me are excellent. I was so going back to his early career with Tammi Terrell, the duets, are golden.
Ohhh, Tami!!! Yes.
I like Robert Palmer's version of Mercy Mercy Me as well. And I usually hate covers. Robert Palmer was some great funk and blue eyed soul though so, he gets a pass.😉👍
Distant Lover will always be one of my favorites from him. The world lost him too soon.
Absolutely! The live version he did in '73, at the Oakland Coliseum. It's much better than the recorded version😎
I remember the day Marvin's death was announced on April 1st, everyone thought is was a tasteless April fool's joke. Marvin Gaye April 2 1939 - April 1, 1984. RIP
"Let'st Get It On" for your dinner date Alex, 100%
Sexiest song ever. ✨🤪
You can SMELL THE 70s In Lets Get It On .
Or..."Sexual Healing"
I studied jazz guitar, and a teacher once told me that the ultimate goal is to play guitar like Marvin Gaye sings ❤️
This song was a double dose of thoughtfulness about the troubles of the time. There were still repercussions and resistance from the passing of the Civil Rights Act of 1968, and we were also still heavily into the Vietnam war also, which drove people into the streets to protest the war. Definitely a lot of brothers were killed in the Vietnam war, as well as sisters too.
Say what? The Civil Rights Act was passed in 1964.
@@keithbrown7685 ... sorry about putting the wrong year. It was a year ago that I made the comment, so I have no recollection of how/why I got it wrong. I always try to be very careful about information I post, especially anything related to history. But obviously I did put the wrong year, so thank you for giving the correct year of 1964, so that everyone will remember it correctly. 👍🏼☮️
This is a a fantastic example of voice as an instrument. The late great Marvin Gaye performed ALL vocals on this record. This is a reaction-worthy album! RIP brother! 💜☮️
I hear what ya saying Amanda........................and I dig it. Very cool.
Yeah, you can't sing along with Marvin Gaye, only he can hit the notes
Head to Marvin Gaye's "Mercy Mercy Me (The Ecology)" for an equally buttery smooth drop into a serious subject. Plus, it's flat out amazing.
This!
Mercy Me and What’s going on from the album of the same name were easily the peak of Marvin’s career and of Motown record. They went from funky ballads to socially conscious tracks that inspired people in a very dark time.
@deathsurge666, I was looking for this comment about "Ecology"! That is probably my favorite Marvin Gaye song.
Don't forget "Inner City Blues".
I'm looking forward to A&A's reaction to this song. It was released on May 21st, 1971, and Marvin Gaye's message was a cry to society, a heartfelt protest to raise the consciousness of all people about the civil unrest, the Vietnam War, and racism. His message is so relevant today. It makes me cry when I think of when his own Father shot him to death on the eve of his 40th birthday. I'm certain that if Marvin is looking down from Heaven at us, he'd be very disappointed. His music is a testimony to his convictions, and will forever be linked to that infamous era.
Every time I hear this song it brings a tear to my eye and makes my hair stand with chills. I was deeply saddened when I heard of his death by his father. His message is needed now more than ever. I wish we could all get along with love and charity.
@@tincupco, your comment is beautiful.
Lisa, Thank you . Your words are exactly my words. I agree with you 100000000000% This song just caves me in. It is sublime .
@@tincupco I ll buy. a ticket to that Kevin 👍🏻👍🏾Spot onp
Well said Lisa! When I think of Marvin I think about what a pure soul he was. All of his musical peers loved him as well. I love watching the TAMI Show for many reasons, but I always think of Marvin and how gracious he was. At the end of Lesley Gore’s set, the first half of the the show’s acts came out and were all behind Lesley. Some artists were giving each other the side eye or even what appeared to be smirking before the camera cut out. But Marvin was back there dancing like crazy and singing along with Lesley, almost cheering her on. Such exuberance! That scene always stays with me. I was very impressed by him from then on. Seriously he was a pure soul. America’s “pride and joy”.
This is S tier for the message alone, then add the groove into the mix - SSSSSSS.
It's a sin that you've lived this long and never heard this song before.
"Let's Get it On" is your very obvious next choice from him. Much love 💚💚
This is literally one of the greatest albums of all time. It’s a complete concept album, just amazing.
And the bassist, James Jamerson , was the premier Motown bassist, and was so hungover when recording this track that he played it ON HIS BACK on the studio floor, he couldn’t stand or sit.
Not hungover, completely shit-faced. They literally hauled him out of the bar around the corner to come record this cut.
@@joeday4293 You right, lol!
Full album reaction to What’s Going On is a must!
Agree and I posted the link, but your comment is getting more attention. So, thought I'd post it here for those interested in hearing it in its entirety if you don't mind: ruclips.net/video/ApthDWoPMFQ/видео.html
Paul McCartney's fave bassist was James Jamerson.
"Mercy Mercy Me", "Let's Get it On", "Inner City Blues" ,"Got to give it up"
Dark Horse pick is "You Sure Love to Ball" Seductive AF
And the song, I want you is awesome. Melissa Ward.
Got to Give it Up was the after hours closing anthem of after hours clubs I used to visit in the day. So perfect.
Luther Vandross deserves at least a mention among all these suggestions. The man had some pipes. A House Is Not A Home, fine song.
I but I’d rather go with So Amazing
The whole album is like that. Masterpiece
Never heard this before but damn....that shit hits hard. I need a minute.
Seems like it could have been written today not 50 years ago, doesn't it? I've been listening to this song for most of my life and it STILL hits me hard, every time. One of the reasons it's great.
Now this song will follow you the rest of you life. It will be in your head now. It certainly has been in mine after I heard it the first time!
How old are you? 20s? Glad you’re here listening to what music can really be.
@@keelsmac01 I'm 31. Most of the music I know is from the late 90s and on, with some exceptions. If it's from the 70s or 80s , chances are I know it from my parents. I'm kinda on this discovery of a lot of older music along with A&A.
Just want to comment to the guys: You are good at this. I've dabbled with other review channels and not only are you one of the few who let the songs run without stopping, you have intelligent and insightful commentary. Right here is a review that fully appreciates what makes this song great. Great review. That's all.
Well-said!
They also respond to technical aspects of the songs that other review or reaction channels skip right past. I fully attribute this to them being actual musicians.
Totally!
Exactly why A&A are my favorite reviewers.
Agreed most are fake over the top reactions that keeps interrupting the song so they don't lose money
This song turned 50 this year! Still relevant today. Classic timeless perfection ✨💫✨💫
Not only was he a phenomenal singer, but when he wanted to put this album out, Motown said no, they didn't want to be political. He wouldn't budge, awesome
Bill Withers "Ain't No sunshine" or "Lean On Me" would be a great follow up to this.
Or "Grandma's Hands"
And then "No Digitty" immediately after lol
Bill Withers Lovely Day would be my pick
@@meighanlafata9698 agreed
I love Ain't No Sunshine.
Yes!! Lovely Day would be good, too.
I wonder what the guys would make of the I Know part of Ain't No Sunshine, though.
Song is relevant even for today.
Make Me Wanna Holler another of his songs that ring current with today’s happenings
Its astonishing how relevant this song remains to this day and age. It makes you realize that nothing has really changed so Marvin begged the question, What's Goin On. Truly a masterpiece album.
Berry Gordy (the head of Motown) did NOT want Marvin Gaye to do this song AT ALL!! He thought it was too political and would harm the label and Marvin's brand, but Marvin Gaye didn't care and was Motown's biggest artist at the time and had something to say. Thirteen years later Marvin would be shot to death by his dad, a pastor. This song is not only my favorite from Marvin, but one of my all-time favorite songs.
Yes! Was going to comment on this! I love when artists give their labels the finger and forge their own path like Rush did with 2112. I would do Let’s Get it On next...the buttery romantic side of Marvin (and the song that launched Jack Black to stardom in High Fidelity).
One of mine too
I hope at some point they do The Commodores' song "Nightshift".
Imagine if he hadn't been killed, what great music didn't happen.
Ditto on that sentiment...
James Jamerson on Bass!!! killer bass on this song
Played with his one finger hook style... mindblowing
..and on every other song he's on.
Marvin pulled Jamerson out of a bar to do the song. Too wasted to sit on a stool he played this epic bass line lying on his back.
From same album... ya gotta listen to "Mercy, Mercy Me".
There's a constant wooden block, and then a sax, and then voices at the end. Beautiful.
Is my fave song by him.
It's more than a civil rights song. It deals with the black community showing more love to one another as well as love for everyone.
What a beautifully deep song.
Marvin layered his vocals. He did his own background vocals. His voice is used like an instrument. And yes, it’s a concept - repeated themes and melodies throughout. ✨🤪
In the industry, they call that stacking.
@@jimd7260 Thanks. That makes sense. Great results. ✨🤪
When I listen to Marvin Gaye I pay more attention to the background vocal arrangement. His harmonies were incredible.
This song has just as much meaning today as when it was released. RIP Mr. Gaye...
Had me at “war is not the answer, for only love can conquer hate.”
You should also check out Otis Redding (he wrote "Respect", but Aretha really made it her own). Check out some of Otis' other songs though.
Marvin Gaye had the smoothest voice I've ever heard.
In an era well before autotune. He's the real deal.
This was amazing. We need more of this! Poll suggestion:
- Al Green “Let’s Stay Together”
- Al Green “Let’s Stay Together”
- Al Green “Let’s Stay Together”
- Al Green “Let’s Stay Together”
Hmm that's a hard choice for me! 😉
@@susanklasinski1805 yeah, I really struggled putting it together! 😆
@@allisonreed7682 I can see that! In the end I'll have to go with "Let's Stay Together" 😆
@@susanklasinski1805 excellent! 😆
Being contrarian, how about Al Green "Love and Happiness"
This was the anthem to the era of a combination of the Vietnam War, the civil rights movement, worker’s rights and violent police actions. If you lived it, you can identify with this timeless gem.
Guys, you have got to hit Barry White, one of the best-selling artists of all time. They say that if chocolate fudge cake could sing it would sound like Barry White. Try Can't Get Enough of Your Love or You're the First, the last, My Everything. You will NOT be disappointed.
Yessss
Digging this 70s Jam ,
I'm glad A&A are dipping into genres other than rock. Although I'm mainly a rock fan, there's plenty of reggae, funk, C&W, punk, rap, jazz and other grooves out there which are well worth exploring. I'd like to see them react to "Theme from Shaft" by Isaac Hayes.
Yes, its so unique.
I can see them sitting down to some jazz, listening to some classics from the 50s, 60s. Would need someone with a lot of knowledge to suggest the tracks and guide the way. It would be a pretty cool thing to do occasionally.
@@ginnywhat5777 I'm talkin' 'bout Shaft!
@@normanleroy1874 Alex can't deal with the recording quality is the 50s and early 60s yet.
@@teknikel True, it's pretty much all mono. But Blue Note, Riverside, and Verve- those labels recorded really well despite the constraints of the time. It could be a cool once in a blue moon thing to try. In a dark room with some whiskey and some Eric Dolphy or Thelonious Monk... But yeah, definitely another era of recording technology.
PLEASE do Tears for Fears - Sowing the Seeds of Love…it is an absolute Beatles-esque masterpiece!
That bass is RIDICULOUS. 🔥🔥🔥🐐
Well, if you’re gonna do Marvin Gaye, you need to get to Al Green too.
Al Green:Now there’s a candlelight dinner artist if ever there was one-Let’s Stay Together,Tired Of Being Alone,Still In Love With You,Call Me.Amazing artist for the lovey dicey.
Dovey
@@jameswalls4172 Pure soul.
If you like Al Green you have to check out Darondo starting with "The Wolf."
@@jiminut Thanks. I’ll do that.
Otis Redding!!! Try songs like "Try a Little Tenderness" or "I've Been Loving You Too Long"
💯 Most definitely‼🔥
Talk about baby making songs… especially I’ve been loving you too long.
Losing Marvin is a fresh pain while his voice and his music is a rush of joy delivered at the same time…every. single. time. RIP Marvin. May God’s eternal light shine on you.
I had goosebumps listening to this song and watching your reactions. Marvin Gaye is the "S" tier king. There's not a song by him that I don't absolutely love. So crazy how this song is relevant even today, he puts it all into perspective. His voice is soothing, lyrics are spot on. Thanks guys!
"Inner City Blues (Make Me Want To Holler)" will drop you right back into the sauce. Seriously, you don't have to wait to review these songs for a RUclips video. This is just one of those "buy the damn album" deals.
My favorite song by him 👍
I had this album on cassette. When you play it on “loop”, Inner City Blues fades right back in to What’s Going On- the chatter and everything. It’s like it never ends. Awesome awesome record.🤟🏻
I second your motion, my friend!👍😉
What was that song you wanted?
Inner City Blues off the same record is magnificent.
i get chills every time i hear this song begin. marvin gaye was just ... so smooth.
You've got to hit Al Green - "Love and Happiness" the opening vocal, guitar riff and organ put the song on point from the very get!
This whole album is absolutely fantastic - the way it's put together and the way the groove runs and changes throughout. Phenomenal production, playing, writing.
Bill Withers "Ain't no Sunshine"
Dudes, this is a song about the Vietnam War. Brothers dying, picket lines, etc.... Love that freakin song. Good job mates.
The silkiest voice of all time. An absolute classic song. Late at night, drinking wine with friends. Put this song on and everybody gets up and starts to dance. More MG please.
What? Seriously? That is S Tier for sure. It represents that era so well. Brings back so many memories. Also applies to today if you think about it. Timeless!
S TIER ALL THE WAY BABY!✌💜
If you consider the impact of that song and the whole album, it has to be S- tier.
The entire album is a masterpiece...one of the best albums ever made...and its a concept album too!!! You need to listen to it as you would Dark Side of the Moon.
No other song captures the 70's quite like this one. Always one of my favorites 💜🎶💜🇺🇸💜🙏💜
The lyrics in this song could've been written today but unfortunately we don't have a Marvin Gaye today 😔. This whole album is great. Still stands up today because the same is still going on.
"Buttery" is a good descriptor for this song. Many other Marvin Gaye songs worth checking out: Inner City Blues (Make Me Wanna Holler), Mercy Mercy Me (The Ecology), Distant Lover, Let's Get It On, Sexual Healing...
Trouble is one of my favorites
Absolutely. In fact "What's Going On" should be a whole album reaction.
Oh boy - you guys need Isaac Hayes’ ‘Hot Buttered Soul’ LP.
There’s a documentary about the Beatles’ first U.S. visit where a documentary crew followed them around during that week, and one of the highlights for me is them calling the New York City radio stations making song requests, and they focus on John Lennon asking for Marvin Gaye’s “Pride And Joy”. Since seeing the documentary, that has become one of my absolute favorite Marvin Gaye songs.
This song is timeless. Marvin was singing about people coming together in love to overcome hate, a lesson that folks haven't learned in the fifty years since. The ails he mentions in this song -- war, protest, police brutality - are STILL troubling society.
Still cannot listen to this without tears...
The album is one of the greatest recordings ever made. Defined a whole new sound. And the song writing was ground breaking for its social content.
One of the dreamiest Melodie’s ever and yet it’s so sad given the current state of affairs
As someone who was in college when this came out, this album richly deserves its place as one of the greatest ever
You need to listen to this entire album. You’ll find yourself going back to it for the rest of your life.
Song was inspired by a returning Vietnam Vet, Marvin's brother and the events of the day. Remainder of the album came later after the single, resisted by Barry Gordy at first due to unconventional nature of project. Highly regarded concept album.
With Marvin it's all about the vocals and the message, 'Mercy Mercy me' was 40yrs ahead of it's time.
Marvin is another GOAT. Dig deeper!
"Respect Yourself" by the Staple Singers. Same genre and time period.
1,000 percent, yes!
I’ll Take You There by the Staple Singers too
@@christopherleonard247 Yes I’m with you
You mentioned that you'd like to hear "What's Going On" as one of several songs. The What's Going On album is a highly acclaimed album, a good one to listen to all the way through.
The mood you talk about on this song flows through the whole album.Several must hear songs.
Let's Get It On is a masterwork. Good choice for your next Marvin.
Marvin's voice is so soothing. You definitely need to listen to more Marvin Gaye.
The whole album is incredible and full of social awareness.
Aretha Franklin is great, but you should definitely check out Etta James.
"At Last", "Tell Mama", "I'd Rather Go Blind"
I was 17 years old when this song came out 50 years ago and it hurts my soul that it’s relevant today. Brings me to tears.
Marvin Gaye was the master of blending Jazz, R&B, Soul and laid back ebb & flow vibe.
The Temptations
Papa Was a Rolling Stone
The whole album "What's Going On" is one of the finest LP's ever recorded by anyone
I mean it’s an anthem! An absolute banger solidified and standing on it’s own. If there’s one song from Marvin it’s this one to enjoy
Marvin, was amazing, lyrically, vocals and everything else he did with his words, and love. You can just feel the sexy he puts out!
In Marvin’s last tour, he came on stage in white along with 22 other singer/musicians all in white. He was unbelievably great.
Sad to say he was shot dead by his father Being a peace maker between his mom and dad! Great song! Great singer! Gone too soon!
This song is timeless and really resonates with what’s going on today. Check out “Lets Get It On”. Heck, check it all out. It all puts me in my own little happy place.
Iconic Tune, oh so influential. When this album came out, it changed the music world.
1971-1973 were changing years for all music. So much came together!
You MUST do Let's Get It On if you think this was a lovemaking song! 🎵💋
One of the best albums ever recorded. Definitely could be a Patreon album for sure.
It has to be!
This is an S. Marvin's groove gently pulls you in, making the world a better place.
When you play this in your head, and it matches perfectly to what's playing down to the intricacies . . . there's no doubt the impact it had. This song segued into What's Happening Brother. The live version isn't to be missed. This was more than groundbreaking in music, it made everyone pause and take note.
I got a lump in my throat watching you guys react to one of the best of all time, guys. I can remember hearing this on the radio when my mom dropped me off for school (8th grade) one morning. Yes, the music on the radio was this good when some of us were growing up. Next up from Marvin, Inner City Blues. Also recommend Sly Stone’s Hot Fun in the Summertime.
Look a bit further into 1971 and find this song's dark twin, Gil Scott-Heron's "The Revolution Will Not Be Televised." The roots of rap in that one, and very smooth, but icy cold.
Or basically anything by Gil Scott-Heron.
What I love about "What's Going On" is the layered production with the backwash of male friends greeting each other, and the background vocals and strings, and the percussion and bass, and the vocals, all bathed in this perfect reverb, and many times listening to this, I get chills up my spine because it seems as natural as breathing and loving and caring. Another song that's a must hear is "Mercy Mercy Me" from the same album.
If I could only listen to one album for the rest of my life "What's Going On" would be it!