Review:

Marvin Gaye's 'what's Going On' Album

overall review score: 4.8
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Marvin Gaye's 'What's Going On' album is a landmark soul album released in 1971 that addresses social and political issues of the time.

Key Features

  • Concept album
  • Socially conscious lyrics
  • Smooth vocals
  • Soulful music
  • Influential in popularizing socially conscious themes in soul music

Pros

  • Timeless and relevant lyrics
  • Soulful and powerful vocals
  • Innovative concept for its time

Cons

  • Limited commercial success upon initial release

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