Remembering Marvin Gaye on the 40th Anniversary of his death

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Remembering Marvin Gaye, 40 Years Later
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It has been exactly 40 long years since Marvin Gaye died in Los Angeles on April 1, 1984 at the age of 44. As a number of online tributes attest, he was one of the most acclaimed singers of his generation.

Today, fans of Marvin Gaye (Sexual Healing, Let's Get It On, What's Going On, ...) along with the rest of the music world have been remembering the iconic man he was.

Gaye, a cultural icon

Born Marvin Pentz Gay, Jr. in Washington, D.C. on April 2, 1939, his career spanned an arc over many different eras and tastes in American history. Gaye was not just a great singer, he was an icon, an all-around inspiration to everyone.

In 1971 he touched the hearts of millions with ‘What's Going On’. His legacy continues to grow as new generations of fans are discovering his unique musical heritage.

It's been 40 years since the tragic loss of Marvin Gaye and his personality still resonate strongly within us all. Although Marvin Gaye is no longer physically here, his presence is more powerful than ever. He left a void that has yet to be filled.

In memory of the Late Great Marvin Gaye.

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