This song really defines Marvin Gaye's career and is part of the iconic soundtrack to the 1970's. The entire album is a masterpiece of social commentary and every song is worth a listen. We are particularly focused on the environment today so take a listen to "Mercy, Mercy Me (the Ecology)" which speaks to how we were polluting our air and water even back then.
@wakeupfeelinggreateveryday1723
Жыл бұрын
Right on brother ‼️
@gems3604
Жыл бұрын
Perfect song. Thank you. Glad to see you appreciate this song. That song is from 1971. That's 52 years. It's still fresh and relevant.
@sheilabarrett3316
Жыл бұрын
I said the same thing!
@pharamathews5152
Жыл бұрын
Great song & singer. Sadly the song is still very relevant in 2023...we seem to backstep on the steps we take forward but Marvin is telling it like it is.
@galvinklatt5273
Жыл бұрын
Marvin singing the National Anthem at the NBA All Star game is definitely not to be missed. Classic. Marvin brings everybody together.
@beverlygilmore2926
Жыл бұрын
YASSSSSS!!!!!!!! 🔥🔥🔥
@brianmartindale2221
Жыл бұрын
Never seen anything like that. Stopped me in my tracks, so to speak
@sharonmoore1727
Жыл бұрын
FOR REALLLLLLL!!!
@siggylev4268
Жыл бұрын
He sang it better than anyone. I will never forget how great he did the National Anthem.
@maryalbanesi3435
Жыл бұрын
Marvin Gaye was a visionary. This song is still so relevant today.
@sheilabarrett3316
Жыл бұрын
My words exactly!
@patriciaclowers3316
Жыл бұрын
Amen! I was thinking that very same thing 😊
@coachhumph5524
Жыл бұрын
Some songs just matter more than others and this one is at the top of the list. He was singing for an entire people. In my opinion this song elevated Marvin Gaye from being a top R&B singer to being a superstar singer.
@debrablumrogers5096
Жыл бұрын
Gone way to soon ,Marvin was controversial but he sung the truths.Such a talented artist.Mavin you are deeply missed but rest well because some 50+ years your music is still being heard n loved by new generations.x❤🎶🎵😊
@brendaeaston1397
Жыл бұрын
ABSOLUTELY 🎤🎶💜✊🏾
@maryalbanesi3435
Жыл бұрын
"Mercy Mercy Me (The Ecology) is a GREAT Marvin Gaye song.
@cadillacguy1890
Жыл бұрын
It’s said Barry Gordy, Jr., didn’t want Marvin to make this album, he thought the song topics were too controversial. Marvin insisted, got it made and the result was this masterpiece. Couple of other Marvin songs to check out “Chained” and “California Soul” with Tammi Terrell. Really enjoy your reactions to all types of music. You help expand my music appreciation too.
@donnamattingly5857
Жыл бұрын
The world is grateful that Gordy took that chance.
@lynnschnekenburger7270
Жыл бұрын
So glad this LP was made. Absolutely brilliant . Mind if I add a few more songs - Mercy, Mercy Me ( The Ecology), Inner City Blues, Trouble Man.✌❤
@paulapumphrey7857
Жыл бұрын
Marvin also wrote and composed them all too.
@darweshiblackwell2588
Жыл бұрын
Marvin proved gordy wrong
@laurakali6522
Жыл бұрын
Took me a long time to realize this was not a question but a statement. Totally brilliant in every way.
@dianeouellette3571
Жыл бұрын
We were so incredibly divided with the Viet Nam War, Civil Rights movement, The Generation Gap and so much more when he came out with this...amazing how his words ring so true to this day.
@karenkatona3065
Жыл бұрын
The 60's were full of chaos and confusion and FEAR. Marvin was SO smooth and his voice so appealing that he drew a lot of us white folks in and made us think about "what's going on ". If you haven't played it already, my favorite is his duet with Tammy Terrell "Ain't Nothing Like The Real Thing". Much love and all success to you guys. I love watching you. It gives me hope for the future of this country, and there hasn't been a lot of people out there who make me hopeful. Sorry to run on so long, and THANK YOU.
@RitaAnne
Жыл бұрын
@@karenkatona3065 I remember buying the album when it was first released in 1971 I was 20 and I remember it like yesterday. I do agree that the words do indeed ring true today and I also LOVE "Ain't Nothing Like the Real Thing" Their voices jelled.. Thx twins keep listening..
@BOOMNERD51
Жыл бұрын
We certainly miss this prophetic hero. This is like an anthem. We needed him here longer from oldies like "River Deep, Mountain High" with Tammi Tyrell he is missed. Another commenter reminds me that I was 20 when this was a hit . Great reaction, more please! ❤️
@go234ko96ts5
Жыл бұрын
One of the greatest soul songs of all times. RIP Marvin, going way to soon.
@DanielleGillmoreJohnson
Жыл бұрын
"What's Going On" is the coolest, smoothest yet most relevant and important song! Marvin Gaye created this masterpiece and released it in 1971. I was only 9; so, I liked the song but cherished it when I got a little older and completely understood the lyrics. Great choice. Great reaction!
@marthaz
Жыл бұрын
A message for all time - especially now - from the legendary Marvin gaye 🔥👍
@michele0317
Жыл бұрын
One of my favorite Marvin tunes. Gives me chills
@donnaclinton991
Жыл бұрын
Still.
@maryannturton9830
Жыл бұрын
Chills EVERY time! He is speaking TRUTH! MORE LOVE,LESS DIVISION! Let's stop devouring one another.Take the time to listen to others,even if they think differently.ONLY LOVE CAN CONQUER HATE!💞🌍
@patrickmiller1834
Жыл бұрын
This is probably his most beloved song it was a billboard number one
@lionheartroar3104
Жыл бұрын
Glad to see young people discovering real talent. No computers, auto tune, sampling. Please keep this music alive.
@jessa1355
Жыл бұрын
This makes me smile and shed a tear at the same time. He wrote a beautiful song about the ugliness of racism, war, poverty, and drugs in American culture really in the early '70's
@LindaEll
Жыл бұрын
His brother was in Vietnam. That references the mother crying, but this song is still relevant 50 years later.
@armandoucles5346
Жыл бұрын
This song brings me to tears everytime I listen to it. Marvin Gaye was such a music legend and he could tell a story just with his voice.
@keithjudon7977
Жыл бұрын
One of the most important albums ever made
@sheilabarrett3316
Жыл бұрын
Hey Twins it's so good to see you! I'm glad you listened Marvin Gaye. He was a top singer/writer/producer at Motown. This song is so relevant today because the same issues we're facing today was happening in the '60's and '70's. He was a visionary of his time. He bumped heads with Berry Gordy the president of Motown because Mr. Gordy felt he was being too militant and was concerned about the Motown brand. Marvin went ahead and did his thing and we all have benefitted from it, and so did Motown. He put out some awesome music!
@elysehfm8797
Жыл бұрын
Good to see you Fred! Hope life is treating you well. 💜
@andreatymm7271
Жыл бұрын
Great song!! Can't go wrong with Marvin Gaye!! 💖
@saiyongdawn7756
Жыл бұрын
Mother mother there's far too many of you crying Brother brother there's too many of you dying MG died at the hands of his father. That was a sad day. I could not believe it. A great Legend gone just like that. His 'Sexual healing' s🌞ng was the bomb when it came out. Was the favorite s🌞ng of one of my relatives. May MG rip. Anyways, thanks guys. Great Reaction. 😎👍
@SHELOPable
Жыл бұрын
MARVIN GAYE.........................CLASSIC OF ALL CLASSIC!!! Listen to the message!
@janetbeaty7882
Жыл бұрын
Yes…..”What Is Going On”? Sadly this song is as poignant today as it was in 1971!!! A man ahead of his time!!❤️
@luzlopez776
Жыл бұрын
He was ahead of his time and talks about how young and innocent many young black men were dying
@ronaldjones2820
Жыл бұрын
Definitely advanced but unfortunately not ahead of his time cause this just let us know how long this has been a problem 😔 😔😢
@seeval3871
Жыл бұрын
Yes he was ahead of his Time… he put it Music…. What’s going on with Black Men and Black Folk …
@lionheartroar3104
Жыл бұрын
Marvin created one of the first concept albums. He was a talent and pioneer.
@Bejewelle88
Жыл бұрын
Just agreeing with other commenter - not really 'ahead of his time' with the lyrics unfortunately ☹
@cheryldumas953
Жыл бұрын
He was ahead of his time….he put the black man’s stuggles to music to forever be a historical record! We have become a nation of communicating via texts….so the spoken or singing word is even more important. Thank you for the respect you gave mr. Gaye….he is a hero for everyone!!!!
@laurabryfogle7516
Жыл бұрын
Oh awesome!! You FINALLY played my recommendation from several years ago!! This song is so amazing!! Yayaya!!! Love you guys!!🌞♥️💗🕯️🙏
@elysehfm8797
Жыл бұрын
GREAT song.important social commentary.
@keithbates598
Жыл бұрын
Absolutely Agreed with the writer's sentiment below!!! Marvin Gaye was the man and visionary!!! Keith simply adored Marvin Gaye. When he died, it was like we lost our visionary spirit 😢 Joan and Keith ✌ ✌
@Desertb420
Жыл бұрын
There was alot going on in the world and black people in general when this song was made,and it still fits the time today.
@Angelfire42
Жыл бұрын
Hi Tim and Fred. Great to see you do a reaction to this song. It's a classic masterpiece. I didn't find out until I was older that this was actually a protest song about civil rights. The whole album this is on is too just about. But the way he sings it doesn't seem that way. He was so masterful. One of my favorites. ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
@cog4life
Жыл бұрын
RIP Marvin Gaye. (The Ecology song, Mercy Mercy Me is excellent) Phenomenal voice, beautiful. Gone way too soon.
@ubilo
Жыл бұрын
The talking at the beginning and throughout the song was done by the Detroit Lions. Marvin was a super fan. I was born in Detroit in 1948. I got the best of Motown and classic cars. Marvin was a genius and a wonderful singer.
@kenyattaclay7666
Жыл бұрын
Just a little background on this song & album, Gaye had to fight with Barry Gordy to make this album because it was a protest album about the Vietnam war & inner city plight. Gordy didn’t want to get political but Gaye felt it was too important of a message to ignore.
@misterarthur
Жыл бұрын
Not just a great song, and a great singer, but incredible bass playing by James Jamerson.
@niyah_jordan3147
Жыл бұрын
This will always be a tear jerking song to me esp when I’m driving through the hood just looking around at my city listening to this
@andreaturner9259
Жыл бұрын
Another one of Detroit's finest
@GG.1900
Жыл бұрын
Mr. Marvin Gaye was a Musical Genius , his sound Never gets old, THANKU for tapping in…😎
@bethkrenzer875
Жыл бұрын
His brother came back from serving in Vietnam. Gaye's brother wrote lyrics. Brave of Gaye to do this sing at that time.
@rjk8008
Жыл бұрын
This song still speaks to everyone, nothing seems to have changed, has it?
@charingram5231
Жыл бұрын
SUGGESTION: Marvin Gaye's rendition of The Star Spangled Banner (performed during 80's at the NBA All-Star Game). He sings acapella and you instantly understand that he's a musical genius!
@laurabryfogle7516
Жыл бұрын
Have you guys reacted to Commodores, Nightshift, about Marvin Gaye? It is so incredibly amazing!!💗♥️💗♥️💗🕯️🙏
@dianeouellette3571
Жыл бұрын
They did it just a few weeks ago. Great suggestion❣️
@laurabryfogle7516
Жыл бұрын
@@dianeouellette3571 oh thanks, I need to look for it! I love that song so much!💕🌞🕯️🙏
@carolynplenty4475
Жыл бұрын
THE GOAT MARVELOUS MARVIN GAYE. WHAT MORE CAN I SAY EXCEPT THIS PARTICULAR MASTERPIECE WAS MADE IN THE 1970'S. IT STILLS HOLDS IN THESE TIMES. MISSING YOU MARVIN ,BUT YOUR MUSIC LIVES ON. RIP MY BROTHER 😔🙏🙏🎶🎶👏👏❤❤.
@ladycharliestallworth2280
Жыл бұрын
This is my favorite album of all times, I bought it when it first came out and wore it out, bought it on cd and then bought it from ITunes, thanks twins. 👍🏽
@deborahwhittington2157
Жыл бұрын
He was awesome!! Love all his music!
@rachelu222
Жыл бұрын
Marvin Gaye is one of the greatest singers to grace this earth . 💜 🎶🎵“ Picket signs and picket lines , don’t punish me , with brutality “🎵🎶
@chanceybooth4537
Жыл бұрын
Thank you for reacting to this song. We need this message now more than ever! Love watching you guys! ❤
@MikeBroderick33
Жыл бұрын
Fred needs to put that one in his phone. It's a stone cold classic.
@joellenglass2344
Жыл бұрын
Love this song!! Marvin Gaye was something else!
@dorothyesked1802
Жыл бұрын
Marvin Gaye had man hit songs like "You Are So Wonderful", Can I Get A Witness", "I Heard It Through the Grapevne", along with singing with Tammy Terell all legendary hits but "What's Going On was his ultimate success. Please do am reaction to some of Marvin's Gaye early songs trust me.
@yvonnestevens6179
Жыл бұрын
Heavy Love Affair by Marvin Gaye is 🔥
@blkqueen198
Жыл бұрын
Song still relevant today!! ❤❤
@debbiewallace4907
Жыл бұрын
I remember when you reacted to Inner City Blues and how emotional it was for you. It brought back some tough memories for ya You have come a long way.
@chandrathomas5266
Жыл бұрын
Marvin, the best to ever do it!
@luzlopez776
Жыл бұрын
That was one of his hits that made him famous...you have to.put that on your lists
@christinespiers-wy9kr
6 ай бұрын
Love Marvin Gaye!❤
@ashleystewart994
Жыл бұрын
A true CLASSIC!!!
@debbywilkins2239
Жыл бұрын
Marvin is the best ! Way ahead of his time I was lucky enough to see him perform twice in the 70s
@lissettgordon9344
Жыл бұрын
This is a GREAT song
@carollongmore3895
Жыл бұрын
Check out his duet with Tammi Terrell - "You're All I Need To Get By"
@RT-db6mg
Жыл бұрын
Marvin is def legend! ❤️❤️❤️ Him and Tammy Terrell together are like butter! ❤️
@davecool42
Жыл бұрын
The whole album is perfect.
@camcam2457
Жыл бұрын
You both have to listen to Harry Chapin's "Cats in the Cradle." It is incredible and such a story of so many fathers.
@mavrick6499
Жыл бұрын
I love that you are listening to this song. It is one of the best songs of the 1970s. His voice is incredible. It is obvious from your facial expressions that you get it.
@FLKIKI
Жыл бұрын
One of his best and one of my all time faves. What's goin on? Beautiful vibe
@cameronstestingart794
Жыл бұрын
You guys made it to the top of the mountain! Never another artist of this caliber will exist in this life, ever! So fortunate to have grown up in the 60s and 70s. Timeless!!!!
@beverlysmith8025
Жыл бұрын
Brilliant in scope and performance.
@hwinny2
Жыл бұрын
I am one minute in waiting and watching for the impact of Marvin’s words to hit them.
@aidanjones4067
Жыл бұрын
Whole album slaps
@MsWDWFAN1
Жыл бұрын
Y'all need to listen to Marvin Gaye's Sexual Healing and Let's get it on it you haven't already. Those two songs of his are awesome! Love his music. He's so smooth!
@foreveryoungpisces7426
Жыл бұрын
Iconic song! ❤️🔥
@kathypatterson6813
10 ай бұрын
What’s Going On, the title track, is timeless, however the entire album is a masterpiece
@twain2square436
5 сағат бұрын
Was in miliatary Vietnam War era song brings back so many memories still my all time favorite album owned it in vinyl cassette CD digital storage should listen to it with a gummy...lol the whole album
@richardduffy3115
Жыл бұрын
You guys have great taste in music!!! So glad to see that you appreciate the old great songs of yesteryear. If you like Marvin Gaye, you should listen to "Mercy Mercy Me" Keep em coming, love your reactions!!👍👏
@reshaud81
Жыл бұрын
I have Marvin's entire collection so I have a few suggestions for you: Stubborn Kind of Fellow, Ain't That Peculiar and the National Anthem at the 1983 NBA All Star Game!
@ladycharliestallworth2280
Жыл бұрын
Yes indeed, we’re both here, can’t go wrong with Marvin’s music.
@kelliwhite3225
Жыл бұрын
Marvin Gaye was one of the greatest of all time.
@ronaldstokes4841
Жыл бұрын
This one says, "70s". If you were there... this is it. As classic as Gershwin's 'Rhapsody in Blue' depicts New York City.
@Waverly91898
Жыл бұрын
This is today's anthem
@yvettecleveland2757
Жыл бұрын
I was in Junior High School 7th grade. when this came out. IS 131 in the Bronx.❤❤❤
@vickielewallen3799
Жыл бұрын
*Great song.* His bio is interesting but tragic (his unusual death). There was not another voice or style like him, loved him.
@tytiannaspringfield3896
Жыл бұрын
Let's get it on - Marvin Gaye
@dougp7934
Жыл бұрын
Oh sweet, great song!
@moondancejackson5081
Жыл бұрын
I saw this man in person 3 times and he was MAGNIFICENT. I can't believe his own abusive father shot and killed him.
@SusanOzawa-l9c
Жыл бұрын
One of the greatest albums ever
@viddiot
Жыл бұрын
Outstanding groove from the rhythm and percussion sections. Smooth as silk vocals and an eternal and uplifting message. So glad you guys checked in on Marvin.
@MindTrickedX24
Жыл бұрын
We could be here ALL WEEK with Marvin goodness, but in keeping with the socially-conscious vibe of "What's Going On," I'll recommend "Mercy Mercy Me (The Ecology)" and "Inner City Blues (Make Me Wanna Holler)."
@jackiec859
Жыл бұрын
The speaking voices in the background were members of the Detroit Lions.
@sandragrace4613
Жыл бұрын
I listened to this every morning before going to school 💖
@siggylev4268
Жыл бұрын
Saw him in concert at the Forum in Inglewood in summer of 1973, I had just graduated from high school. What's Going On almost didn't get released. The studio didn't want him to sing songs about politics or the reality of what was going on at the time. The studio execs didn't think anyone would like accept this type of song. It was an immediate hit and he followed it up with a few other related songs. Marvin and Al Green are my all time favorite artists
@dianeouellette3571
Жыл бұрын
OMG..seeing him in concert must have been AMAZING❣️
@julialeonard9725
Жыл бұрын
Beautiful voice ... sad to think the lyrics still apply to today's situations... though we have come so far on some things, there is still so far to go.
@patrickmiller1834
Жыл бұрын
Do I heard It Through The Grapevine by Marvin Gaye. His longest running number one
@rainbowdragon9497
2 ай бұрын
Beautiful lyrics!
@TM2U
Жыл бұрын
MG was G.O.A.T.❤
@cflournoy1529
Жыл бұрын
You literally need to react to the entire What’s Going On album. It is truly a masterpiece. If I remember correctly every song rolls right into the next so there are no breaks in the music. Truly incredible.
@patriciaormsby2758
10 ай бұрын
I love you two!!!
@loritajohnson5664
Жыл бұрын
Legendary singer and song that is still relevant today. RIP Marvin Gaye.
@Battle_Faith-Ministries
Жыл бұрын
One of the greatest message songs of all time...we need to get back to this
@mdaly4010
Жыл бұрын
Hey U 2! one of my fav songs. All the best !
@phyllisalexander1012
Жыл бұрын
He spoke in things Happening today 2022 2023. Saw these things ahead of times. Facts.
@unclephil7650
Жыл бұрын
Mercy Mercy Me (The Ecology) Inner City Blues (Makes Me Wanna Holler)
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