Marvin Gaye - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | April 02, 1939 |
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| Died | April 01, 1984 (age 44) |
| Birthplace | Washington, D.C., United States |
| Zodiac Sign | Aries - (see also Marvin Gaye's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Rabbit |
| Generation | Silent Generation |
| Known For | Revolutionizing Motown and soul music with hits such as "What's Going On," "Sexual Healing," and "Let's Get It On." |
Intro
Marvin Gaye was an influential American singer, songwriter, and record producer, often credited as the "Prince of Motown" and a key figure in shaping the sound of soul music in the 1960s and 1970s.
Early Life & Background
Marvin Gaye was born to Marvin Gay Sr. and Alberta Gay in Washington, D.C. He grew up singing in his father's church and developed his musical abilities at a young age, despite a turbulent and sometimes abusive family environment.
Career Highlights
- Signed with Motown's Tamla label in the early 1960s
- Released influential albums including 'What's Going On' (1971), 'Let's Get It On' (1973), and 'Midnight Love' (1982)
- Known for chart-topping singles: 'I Heard It Through the Grapevine,' 'Ain't No Mountain High Enough' (with Tammi Terrell), 'Sexual Healing'
- Inducted posthumously into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1987
Trivia
- Marvin Gaye added the 'e' to his last name early in his career.
- He was fatally shot by his own father on April 1, 1984, just one day before his 45th birthday.
FAQs
People also ask
When was Marvin Gaye born?
Marvin Gaye was born the 2 April 1939.
Where is Marvin Gaye from?
Washington, D.C., United States.
On His Birth-Day
About April 2nd, 1939, in brief:
- Historical events: Ralph Guldahl secured victory at the prestigious Augusta National Golf Club, winning the 6th Masters Tournament with an impressive total score of 279. His performance demonstrated exceptional skill and consistency across the challenging golf course, marking a significant moment in professional golf history.
- Day of the week: April 2nd, 1939 was a Sunday
- Zodiac Sign: Aries (in western zodiac), Rabbit (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase: Waxing gibbous
- Popular movie: The Four Feathers directed by Shekhar Kapur
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