I Heard It Through The Grapevine

Song Info:
"I Heard It Through The Grapevine" by Gladys Knight And The Pips was released as a single on September 28, 1967. The song was written by Norman Whitfield and Barrett Strong and originally recorded by Marvin Gaye. Gladys Knight And The Pips' version of the song became a huge hit, reaching the number two spot on the Billboard Hot 100 chart and staying there for six weeks. It also topped the R&B singles chart.

Artist Bio:
Gladys Knight And The Pips were an American R&B/soul group formed in Atlanta, Georgia in 1952. The group consisted of lead singer Gladys Knight along with her brother Merald "Bubba" Knight and cousins Edward Patten and William Guest. They achieved widespread success in the 1960s and 1970s with hits like "Midnight Train to Georgia" and "If I Were Your Woman." Known for their smooth harmonies and Knight's powerful vocals, they were inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1996. Gladys Knight And The Pips were one of the most successful and enduring soul groups of their era, leaving a lasting impact on the music industry.