What's Going On

Song Info:
"What's Going On" by Marvin Gaye was released as a single on January 20, 1971. The song was also the title track of Gaye's eleventh studio album, which was released later that year in May. The single was a departure from Gaye's previous Motown sound and dealt with themes of social and political issues, including poverty, war, and the environment. Despite initial resistance from Motown, the song became a critical and commercial success, reaching the top of the charts and becoming one of Gaye's most iconic songs.

Artist Bio:
Marvin Gaye, born Marvin Pentz Gay Jr. on April 2, 1939, in Washington, D.C., was a highly influential American singer, songwriter, and record producer. He began his career at Motown Records, where he found success with hits like "I Heard It Through the Grapevine" and "Ain't No Mountain High Enough." Gaye's music often addressed social issues, and he was known for his smooth and soulful vocal delivery. Tragically, Gaye's life was cut short when he was shot and killed by his father on April 1, 1984, just one day before his 45th birthday. Despite his untimely death, Marvin Gaye's music continues to be celebrated and revered as a significant contribution to the world of soul and R&B music.