Marvin Gaye

USA, 1961–1984

Motown star who evolved from pop hits to socially conscious albums, redefining what soul music could say and feel.

Influenced by

• Sam Cooke
• Nat King Cole
• Jackie Wilson
• Curtis Mayfield
• The Moonglows

Influenced

• Maroon 5
• Michael Jackson
• Johnny Hates Jazz
• Climie Fisher
• James Taylor
• Janet Jackson
• 2Pac