Gaye, Marvin
What's Going On
Rare & Collectible Vinyl Records

Sealed 2024 180gm gatefold reissue. Marvin Gaye’s 1971 masterpiece, What’s Going On, redefined soul music with its seamless blend of lush orchestration and poignant social commentary. Addressing issues like war, poverty, and environmental concerns, the album's narrative is told from the perspective of a Vietnam veteran returning home to a troubled America. Tracks such as “Mercy Mercy Me (The Ecology)” and “Inner City Blues (Make Me Wanna Holler)” showcase Gaye's ability to infuse deep messages with smooth melodies. Critically acclaimed and commercially successful, the album remains a timeless classic in the musical canon.