Marvin Pentz Gay, Jr. was born in 1939 to Marvin Gay, Sr. and Alberta Gay in Washington, D.C.. Gaye began his career in Motown in 1958, and soon became Motown's top solo male artist. He scored numerous hits during the 1960s, among them "Ain't That Peculiar", "Stubborn Kind of Fellow", and "How Sweet It Is (To Be Loved By You)", as well as several hit duets with Tammi Terrell, including "Ain't No Mountain High Enough"" and "You're All I Need to Get By", before moving on to his own form of musical self-expression.
Along with Stevie Wonder, Gaye is notable for fighting the hit-making—but creatively restrictive—Motown record-making process, in which performers, songwriters and record producers were generally kept in separate camps. Gaye forced Motown to release his 1971 album What's Going On, which is today hailed as one of the best albums of all time. Subsequent releases proved that Gaye, who had been a part-time songwriter for Motown artists during his early years with the label, could write and produce his own singles without having to rely on the Motown system. This achievement would pave the way for the successes of later self-sufficient singer-songwriter-producers in African American music, such as Luther Vandross and Babyface.
During the 1970s, Gaye would release several other notable albums, including Let's Get It On and I Want You, and released several successful singles such as "Come Get to This", "Got to Give It Up" and "Sexual Healing". By the time of his shooting death in 1984, at the hands of his clergyman father, Gaye had become one of the most influential artists of the soul music era.
Closing Theme
Marvin Gaye Lyrics
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Thank you, ladies and gentlemen
Marvelous, that's wonderful
You know, on behalf of all of us here
We'd like to thank you personally from
The bottom of our hearts
For coming out this way and being so
And your good wishes
We want you to know we are truly
Truly grateful
And also want you to know that
Whatever Marvin Gaye is about
You believe from me, I tell you, it's love
Love for your brothers, love
For your sisters, humanity
You demonstrated love for me this evening
And I know it feels good
So, I want you to know we reciprocate
And we send it back to you
A hundred and one percent, baby, we love you
You've been a fantastic audience, as we say
Remember, want you to take care of
Yourselves and be good to yourself
Try and be good to others
Feel good, until we meet again
And it won't be so long the next time
Goodbye, God bless y'all woo!
Thank you, thank you, thank you, darling
Thank you, thank you, baby, thank you
Darling i want you, baby
Goodbye, all, take care of yourself
Goodbye, y'all, I love you i want you, baby
Goodbye, baby, bye bye, y'all
You're so wonderful, oh baby bye bye baby
Thank you, bye, baby, woo ooh ooh ooh
Bye bye, baby, oh baby, ow
The closing theme of Marvin Gaye's song "I Want You" serves as a heartfelt expression of gratitude towards the audience. The lyrics are spoken by Marvin himself, expressing his deep appreciation and love for the support and adoration he receives from his fans. He thanks the audience for their overwhelming applause, good wishes, and graciousness throughout the performance. Gaye emphasizes the importance of love, not just for himself but for humanity in general, encouraging his listeners to demonstrate love for their brothers and sisters.
The significance of love in Marvin Gaye's music is evident in these lyrics, as he believes that love is at the core of everything he represents. He reciprocates the love and admiration received from the audience, assuring them that their love and support will be returned a hundredfold. The closing theme serves as a farewell, with Gaye expressing his longing to meet the audience again soon, emphasizing the positive impact of love and encouraging them to take care of themselves and others.
Overall, the closing theme of "I Want You" showcases Marvin Gaye's gratitude, his belief in the power of love and his desire to create a connection with his audience based on mutual admiration and respect.
Line by Line Meaning
Well, there you have it, haha
The performance has come to an end and here is the conclusion, haha.
Thank you, ladies and gentlemen
Expressing gratitude towards the audience, both women and men.
Marvelous, that's wonderful
Admiration and joy, emphasizing how amazing it is.
You know, on behalf of all of us here
Speaking on behalf of everyone present.
We'd like to thank you personally from
Expressing personal gratitude towards the audience.
The bottom of our hearts
Sincerely and deeply, from the very core of our emotions.
For coming out this way and being so
For attending this event and displaying such
So gracious so wonderful with your applause
Showing kindness and excellence through your enthusiastic applause.
And your good wishes
And your positive, kind expressions of hope and support.
We want you to know we are truly
We sincerely want you to understand that we are
Truly grateful
Deeply thankful and appreciative.
And also want you to know that
Furthermore, we want you to be aware that
Whatever Marvin Gaye is about
No matter what principles and values Marvin Gaye stands for
You believe from me, I tell you, it's love
You can trust and have faith in me when I say, it all revolves around love.
Love for your brothers, love
Love and care for your fellow human beings, love
For your sisters, humanity
For your female siblings as well as the entire human race
You demonstrated love for me this evening
Tonight, you showcased your affection towards me
And I know it feels good
And I am aware that it brings joy and satisfaction
So, I want you to know we reciprocate
Hence, I want you to understand that we are returning the same feelings
And we send it back to you
And we are transmitting it back to you
A hundred and one percent, baby, we love you
Wholeheartedly and with more than complete devotion, darling, we adore you
You've been a fantastic audience, as we say
You have been an outstanding crowd, as we commonly express
Remember, want you to take care of
Keep in mind, we desire for you to look after
Yourselves and be good to yourself
Your own well-being and treat yourself kindly
Try and be good to others
Make an effort to be kind and considerate towards others
Feel good, until we meet again
Experience happiness until the next time we meet
And it won't be so long the next time
And the duration until the next meeting won't be as lengthy
Goodbye, God bless y'all woo!
Farewell, may God bless all of you, woo!
Thank you, thank you, thank you, darling
Expressing gratitude multiple times, darling
Thank you, thank you, baby, thank you
Thank you, thank you, dear, thank you
Darling i want you, baby
Darling, I desire you, baby
Goodbye, all, take care of yourself
Farewell, everyone, look out for yourself
Goodbye, y'all, I love you i want you, baby
Goodbye, all of you, I love you, I desire you, baby
Goodbye, baby, bye bye, y'all
Goodbye, baby, farewell, all of you
You're so wonderful, oh baby bye bye baby
You are truly amazing, oh baby, farewell, baby
Thank you, bye, baby, woo ooh ooh ooh
Thank you, goodbye, baby, woo ooh ooh ooh
Bye bye, baby, oh baby, ow
Farewell, baby, oh baby, ow
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