Odd version, the original single version is one of the best produced records of all time. Great voice, great song. Check out his duets with Tammi Terrell, especially The Onion Song, wonderful! ❤
I agree. The production itself was a towering achievement. This is a cool live version, but it lays on the Funk, Soul, and Blues elements so hard that it loses much of its Pop impact.
Yessss. And the kids want to see how people made music without a laptop or phone. Us playing musical instruments. It’s similar to us thinking of a using a sundial to tell time. It’s just ancient technology used by barbarians. The last two weeks of SNL the “musical” guests were Bad Bunny and the previous week Spice Ice (or Ice Spice). No musical skill was utilised, seen, or heard, during the “performance” an autotune nightmare and a demonstration of ass shaking.
I wish you could have reviewed the studio version. The instruments drown out Marvin’s voice a bit. In my opinion, his version of this is the gold standard.
Gladys Knight & the Pips' version topped the charts. Marvin's version was actually the second to be recorded but the third to be released after The Mircales who were the first to record it. Motown was notorious for having various artists record the same song. After all, they had a system where the talent (singers), musicians, and writers were three different departments. I grew up hearing the Pips and Marvin more than any other, even the CCR version and Marvin's has really become the definitive version for me. I had actually even forgotten CCR had a cover of it as it doesn't even make my top 5 or 6 of their awesome catalog. Marvin's version however is definitely one of his top three songs for me. I've never heard this live version however. I believe the California Raisins commercials used a version that was more like Marvin's than any other if memory serves.
You probably already know this but, although it's true that The Miracles were the first to record it, it was never released. Guess they thought it wasn't good enough. I certainly would've like to have would have liked to have heard it since I always enjoyed all the early to mid 60's hits by Smokey and his group. To this day, I can't listen to Marvin Gaye's version without picturing the characters and the action from the movie "The Big Chill".
correction , Marvins version was the first to be recorded but they shelved it and released Gladys knight and the pips version and about three years later they released Marvins on a greatest hits record ; if you are disputing this check out the hitsville documentary and you'll get all the proof you need .
YES, THE GREAT MARVIN GAYE GOING TO CHURCH. A smorgasbord of sound and genres here. A little funk, a little blues, a little gospel and a little jazz. What I love about this era of artist is the fact they keep the BLACK MUSIC TRADITION of IMPROVISATION going. During the early eras in BLACK MUSIC the artist never performed the songs the same way. This is another fine example by THE GREAT MARVIN GAYE! Great Video. Great Reaction. You should find and react to "I WANT YOU" live rehearsal in 1983 by MARVIN GAYE! A masterpiece in how to arrange a song.
I grew up in inner city san diego and my family had so many cool friends from all backgrounds. One of my dad's good friends Thurman lived 5 houses from us and if I wasnt homemi was at their house play in with his son and daughter. I had a huge crush on his daughter she was my age and I literally took it upon myself to protect her fro kids. I was he a over heals and i was just 6 years old.The The would play Mus whip whip cleaned the you and I learned alot about soul music R&B and blues from her. Fast forward 6 years ago I hurt my back so ended up in a Wye chair. At first I had to stay at a physical rehab place that was connected to a retirement home.I was set to in the dinning room with my ear buds in listen in listen in Marvin gaye. Cool and the gang, earth wind and fire, and pfunk. plunk was diggin it had my eyes closed just singing away. I felt tho pull on my Han Han opened my eyes and saw th I lady who was there. Good sized black lady in a electric chair. She asked me whats a white boy like you know about that music. I told her exactly what i told you all and how i was exposed to many types of good music from all cultures. I told her my favorite earth wind and fire song was got to get you into my life. And alot ofmoter songs i like. She was impressed by my music knowledge being just a 45 year old white guy. She was such an awesome person. All the aids lo ed her. She was big momma. Awesome Christian lady gov you the food off her plate if your hungry the clothes off her back. And she would scowl you I oh did wrong. Lol. She's passed on now butni miss her and our conversations about music.
An experience. Marvin Gaye is amazing, and the music, has everything. For a female friday, you should do Diana Ross singing Missing You, a tribute to Marvin Gaye after his death. The video has lots of pictures of their friendship when they were younger.
This live performance by Marvin was just terrific but I prefer Marvin's studio the best. My favorite version of this song I will always love Marvin's the best so much soul
Seeing this is bittersweet for me. The guitarist in the white pants and print shirt, and playing a Fender Stratocaster, is Gordon Banks. Gordon was a personal friend of mine here in Norfolk Virginia. Gordon’s home town. Sadly, I attended Gordon’s funeral this past July. He was just 68. Gordon was a very humble man, and never threw past achievements in your face. And playing with Marvin was just one. I’m glad that I was able to call him friend!
As much as I love Marvin, I prefer the studio version to this one. 🫤 Everything is much clearer and richer. Also, another amazing version is by Michael McDonald of The Doobie Brothers. Gladys Knight & The Pips made the original, and I love it. "Grapevyne" by Zapp/Roger is jamming.
I saw CCR twice back in the 70's, and although I appreciated their version, for me there was absolutely no comparison to Marvin's version. For me there will always be Marvin's version, Gladys Knight and the Pips, both earlier versions, and every other version.
@@robbob5302 Because it is the first version you ever heard. Unbelievably there are those that will say that Faith No More's version of Lionel Ritchie's "Easy" is the best version for the same reason, although it is a note for note copy of Lionel's original. Recency bias is a real thing.
They speak quite frequently about what their musical influences were when they were growing up, and this kind of music wasn't in the repertoire. They're super young, why would you expect them to know old people music unless someone introduces it to them? That's the point of this channel.
There are thousands of song they should listen to, just not enough time in a day. At least they are trying to listen to some of the greatest songs ever song.
I was cycling to High School listening to Radio One (BBC) on a pocket transistor and earphone when I first heard this song. Instant classic and a classic memory. Every time I hear it I am transported to a sunny day, a long time ago and a long ways away. ✌️
A Motown original. First released version was by Gladys Knight and the Pips. Next release was Marvin Gaye. CCR’s version came later. They are all great.
Marvin's version was the 2nd to be recorded and 2nd to be released. The order goes like this: (1st recording = Smokey & The Miracles in 1966, but no release......2nd recoding = Marvin Gaye in 1967, but no release.....3rd recording = Gladys Knight & the Pips in Sept. 1967 WITH "original/first" release......the next year in Aug. 1968, Marvin's was then released, and Smokey's Miracles followed, also in 1968).....Good reaction!
Gladys Knight and the Pips hit the charts with Grapevine first. Big hit. Check it out. Very different vibe. Marvin’s studio version is great too. Two Motown top names went to #1 with this song just about a year apart.
Saw him do this live in 1967? A long time ago. South Florida, in the heat .... outside at a racetrack. The place was literally "packed" and when he got into this rhythm, the whole place began undulating up and down (looked like a bunch of people holding a flag over a field and moving it up and down, but it was the people dancing, not a flag). It went over so well with the happy dancing, etc., he kept it up for about 20 mins. Something you never forget.
Not sure who told you to check out the live version, which is good, but it means you've missed out on the DEFINITIVE version in Marvin's studio production. An incredible song used in an iconic Levis 501 advert in the 1980s - at least in the UK. You really need to check out Marvin's studio version!
1967 "I HEARD IT THROUGH THE GRAPEVINE". I totally love this song. My friends and I used to listen to it everyday back in 1975 & 1976 as we were driving in to High School. We had it on an 8-Track tape. Back then you could program the player to repeat a song over and over again. We couldn't belive Marvin was shot to death by his father, also named Marvin, the day before Marvin Jr's 45 birthday. Marvin's father used a gun which was purchased and gifted to him by Marvin Jr. So, so sad.😢
About a year ago I called to make a doctor's appointment. The receptionist had to put me on hold to look for my chart. I figured, "Great 5 minutes of "elevator music." But no, first that opening bass line then that liquid silk voice--I got to listen to the entire, original version of Marvin Gaye's "I Heard It Through The Grapevine." As I sat there reliving my misspent youth, I remember thinking, "I wish every doctor's appointment was this much fun."😊😊😊
What was created by G.K. & the Pips was so pure that any and all the folks who have seriously appled their talent and gifts to present their versions of it.seem shades of the same hue we see. It is phenomenal! Thank you for taking these musical journeys and inviting us along.
Much like Sam Cooke, Marvin Gaye was one of the smoothest vocalist in popular music! Such range and control. They were so talented. Gladys Knight and the Pips also do a great version of this song.💖💖
Great reaction as always. You two need to check out Marvin Gaye singing the Nation Anthem at the 1983 NBA All-Star game in LA. Probably the best version...EVER!
Has there ever been anyone as cool as Marvin Gaye? Thanks guys. You've now listened to two of the three great renditions of this song. You have only to listen to Gladys Knight and The Pips' version to complete it. An earlier version was by Smokey Robinson and the Miracles, then came Gladys Knight, Marvin Gaye and Credence. Thanks again.
Im a NORTHERN SOULER IN THE UK, and american SOUL is loved and cherished in the UK, listen to do i love you - frank wilson 1 of the rarest singles in the world in fact the most expensive single. The best northern soul record ever👍
Marvin Gaye's STUDIO version of "I Heard It Through The Grapevine" is one of the best recorded songs in popular music history! ⭐ However, the first released version of "Grapevine" was by Gladys Knight & The Pips in 1967. It was a hit, it's faster and it SMOKES! 🔥
This song spent seven weeks at number one on the Billboard charts in 1968. The studio version is so so much better it’s slick. Also Gladys Knight and the Pips did it first in 1967 and landed on billboard at number two
According to Wikipedia, Marvin Gaye recorded the song first in 1967, but was shelved by Motown Records for a year. The label let Gladys Knight And The Pips debut the song, which reached “Number One” on the Billboard R & B Chart, and “Number Two” on the Billboard Hot 100 Singles Chart. Marvin Gaye’s version was released in late-1968 on the Tamla Records label, and reached “Number One” on the Billboard Hot 100 Singles Chart, and stayed there for seven weeks. The Miracles recorded the first version of the song in 1966, but Motown Records shelved it until 1968, when it was released as an album cut for the vocal group’s album, “Special Occasion”.
The far superior studio version was #1 in December of 1969. CCR was cool, but John wasn't Marvin. Listen to the studio version if you want to understand why the world went crazy for this song in late 68.
Smokey Robinson and the Miracles performed the first recorded version, in 1966. It wasn't released until much later. Marvin Gaye's version was the second one RECORDED (1967) but was initially rejected as a single and put on Gaye's "In The Groove" album (1968). DJs played the song on the radio and forced Motown to make it a single. Gladys Knight and the Pips' version was the first one RELEASED but the third RECORDED...
I was 16 when i first heard this. Loved Marvin. Ine of the greats of the 60s &70s. No one like him im 74 now still loce this song by Marvin more than other artists. You know his father was shaking him diwn fir money and ge said no, so his father shot him. Such a loss
Man I love that version. I watch the guitarist on Marvin's left....see how he just jerks his head to the side real quick and it cues the horns to start the riff. Later on the guitarist goes over to "comfort" Marvin as the singer has his head down and is wailing away. Shades of James Brown... And Marvin, that voice. One of the greatest singers ever, and also a polished entertainer too. Look at how he carries himself, down to every gesture. It's been observed that Motown had their acts take lessons from in-house people on how to present themselves onstage, and how to move. You can see that polish. BTW check out Gladys Knight and The Pips version. I believe it was the first recording of the song at Motown.P.S. Somebody posted that the Miracles recorded a version first. Well, with Motown it's hard to tell sometimes, but I ain't saying you're wrong. One point I agree with: Motown artists covered each other a lot...Motown owned the publishing rights to their writers' songs and the company worked that catalog.
Both this and, CCR's version are covers of this song, Marvin's is the earlier of the two versions, the original by, Gladys Knight and The Pips in 1967 was a year earlier than Marvin's.
This is a Motown song, originally recorded by Gladys Knight and The Pips in 1967, then by Marvin Gaye in 1968. CCR did their version in 1970. The biggest and most popular was Marvin’s version. With that said, please react to Marvin’s movie score, “Trouble Man”, you won’t be disappointed!
Everyone played this song in concert. well, tried to. It was also recorded by CCR and Gladys Knight and the Pips. All three had a hit with it. Oh yeah . . . .it was used in commercials for California Raisins too.
You have to listen to the studio version, the way we heard it on the radio. Trust me, you will love it. I remember there was a commercial or video with animated dancing grapes to this song.
The original is by Gladys Night & The Pips. That one slaps, but the studio version of the Marvin Gaye version is one of the towering achievements of Motown Records. This is great, but the studio version is the best. Motown studios just had a certain magic to them, as well as their in-studio band (who played on every Motown record) turned in an unrivaled performance. This version plays up the Funk, Soul, and Blues elements, which is cool. But the magic of "I Heard It through the Grapevine" as a pop hit was that it was all of those things without compromising its Pop qualities.
Odd version, the original single version is one of the best produced records of all time. Great voice, great song. Check out his duets with Tammi Terrell, especially The Onion Song, wonderful! ❤
I agree. The production itself was a towering achievement. This is a cool live version, but it lays on the Funk, Soul, and Blues elements so hard that it loses much of its Pop impact.
Great suggestion 🥰
Marvin & Tammi's duet "You're All I Need To Get By" is my favorite!
Yessss. And the kids want to see how people made music without a laptop or phone. Us playing musical instruments. It’s similar to us thinking of a using a sundial to tell time. It’s just ancient technology used by barbarians.
The last two weeks of SNL the “musical” guests were Bad Bunny and the previous week Spice Ice (or Ice Spice). No musical skill was utilised, seen, or heard, during the “performance” an autotune nightmare and a demonstration of ass shaking.
I wish you could have reviewed the studio version. The instruments drown out Marvin’s voice a bit. In my opinion, his version of this is the gold standard.
Marvin's studio version is indeed great, but I must say, so is Gladys Knight & the Pips version as well!
I agree... studio version 100% better!
Just my taste, but I wish most reactor videos were over the studio releases of songs as that's what the artist usually intended it to sound.
Cmon now....this is outstanding.
I think most everyone in the world besides John Fogerty believes Marvin's version of "Grapevine" is THE DEFINITIVE VERSION of the song.
I'll just say, as others are saying - you NEED to do the studio version. It's the BEST version of this song EVER. PERIOD.
There's an isolated vocal/Acapella version by Marvin that will bring tears to your eyes. Nothing but his voice.
Yes I’ve heard that, it’s incredible
That recording is must listen material!
That's an amazing version 👌
We lost out on the best of Marvin to come. He was and always will be amazing.
Gladys Knight & the Pips' version topped the charts. Marvin's version was actually the second to be recorded but the third to be released after The Mircales who were the first to record it. Motown was notorious for having various artists record the same song. After all, they had a system where the talent (singers), musicians, and writers were three different departments. I grew up hearing the Pips and Marvin more than any other, even the CCR version and Marvin's has really become the definitive version for me. I had actually even forgotten CCR had a cover of it as it doesn't even make my top 5 or 6 of their awesome catalog. Marvin's version however is definitely one of his top three songs for me. I've never heard this live version however. I believe the California Raisins commercials used a version that was more like Marvin's than any other if memory serves.
You probably already know this but, although it's true that The Miracles were the first to record it, it was never released. Guess they thought it wasn't good enough. I certainly would've like to have would have liked to have heard it since I always enjoyed all the early to mid 60's hits by Smokey and his group. To this day, I can't listen to Marvin Gaye's version without picturing the characters and the action from the movie "The Big Chill".
Please excuse the redundancy in my previous comment. Should know enough to proofread.
I actually like Gladys’s version better.
correction , Marvins version was the first to be recorded but they shelved it and released Gladys knight and the pips version and about three years later they released Marvins on a greatest hits record ; if you are disputing this check out the hitsville documentary and you'll get all the proof you need .
Smokey Robertson and miracles version
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Jay & Amber, you'll love his "Ain't No Mountain High Enough"(w/Tammi Terrell), "Sexual Healing" and "Mercy Mercy Me"!!!!
Please please please do these.
The duos with Tammi Terrell were great. I've been suggesting it!!
@@mtinta2000 Yes!!! "Ain't Nothing Like the Real Thing" and "You're All I Need to Get By" also from Marvin/Tammi!!!
Yes, this is the one for “heard it through the grapevine”. ❤😊Nobody does it like MARVIN GAYE
As much as I love Marvin's version, I really like Gladys Knight and the Pips version. I hope you get to that one, too. Sending good vibes.
Gladys Knight and the Pips...pure fire, my favorite version. Gladys sounds pissed and wants answers now as in right now.
YES, THE GREAT MARVIN GAYE GOING TO CHURCH. A smorgasbord of sound and genres here. A little funk, a little blues, a little gospel and a little jazz. What I love about this era of artist is the fact they keep the BLACK MUSIC TRADITION of IMPROVISATION going. During the early eras in BLACK MUSIC the artist never performed the songs the same way. This is another fine example by THE GREAT MARVIN GAYE! Great Video. Great Reaction. You should find and react to "I WANT YOU" live rehearsal in 1983 by MARVIN GAYE! A masterpiece in how to arrange a song.
I grew up in inner city san diego and my family had so many cool friends from all backgrounds. One of my dad's good friends Thurman lived 5 houses from us and if I wasnt homemi was at their house play in with his son and daughter. I had a huge crush on his daughter she was my age and I literally took it upon myself to protect her fro kids. I was he a over heals and i was just 6 years old.The The would play Mus whip whip cleaned the you and I learned alot about soul music R&B and blues from her. Fast forward 6 years ago I hurt my back so ended up in a Wye chair. At first I had to stay at a physical rehab place that was connected to a retirement home.I was set to in the dinning room with my ear buds in listen in listen in Marvin gaye. Cool and the gang, earth wind and fire, and pfunk. plunk was diggin it had my eyes closed just singing away. I felt tho pull on my Han Han opened my eyes and saw th I lady who was there. Good sized black lady in a electric chair. She asked me whats a white boy like you know about that music. I told her exactly what i told you all and how i was exposed to many types of good music from all cultures. I told her my favorite earth wind and fire song was got to get you into my life. And alot ofmoter songs i like. She was impressed by my music knowledge being just a 45 year old white guy. She was such an awesome person. All the aids lo ed her. She was big momma. Awesome Christian lady gov you the food off her plate if your hungry the clothes off her back. And she would scowl you I oh did wrong. Lol. She's passed on now butni miss her and our conversations about music.
I still remember where I was when it was first reported he had died at the hands of his father. What an enormous loss for the music world.
An experience. Marvin Gaye is amazing, and the music, has everything. For a female friday, you should do Diana Ross singing Missing You, a tribute to Marvin Gaye after his death. The video has lots of pictures of their friendship when they were younger.
Y’all need to do Trouble Man. My Lord, Marvin Gaye made some GREAT music in his short life.
Please check out the studio version It is one of the great vocals of all time
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"What's Going On" is a timeless song by Marvin Gaye
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This live performance by Marvin was just terrific but I prefer Marvin's studio the best. My favorite version of this song I will always love Marvin's the best so much soul
The a capella version is absolutely amazing, IMO.
Yeah this is cool but the studio version is the schizzle
I left that out of my comment I meant to say the studio is my favorite
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I agree. The studio sound is the best unless you're actually at the live performance. And Marvin's version is also my favorite.
The feels from the studio version.....not felt on this one.
Marvin Gaye will always have a special place in my memory for the days spent in the family kitchen and cleaning the house
GLADYS KNIGHT did this one too and her version is so soulful!! Great!!!
Great minds think alike.
Seeing this is bittersweet for me. The guitarist in the white pants and print shirt, and playing a Fender Stratocaster, is Gordon Banks. Gordon was a personal friend of mine here in Norfolk Virginia. Gordon’s home town. Sadly, I attended Gordon’s funeral this past July. He was just 68. Gordon was a very humble man, and never threw past achievements in your face. And playing with Marvin was just one. I’m glad that I was able to call him friend!
As much as I love Marvin, I prefer the studio version to this one. 🫤 Everything is much clearer and richer.
Also, another amazing version is by Michael McDonald of The Doobie Brothers.
Gladys Knight & The Pips made the original, and I love it.
"Grapevyne" by Zapp/Roger is jamming.
Oh Mercy Mercy Me -Things aint what they used to be 🎼🎶🎶
I saw CCR twice back in the 70's, and although I appreciated their version, for me there was absolutely no comparison to Marvin's version. For me there will always be Marvin's version, Gladys Knight and the Pips, both earlier versions, and every other version.
What - no love for the California Raisins? ;-)
Zapp and Roger's version is fire (my favorite)! Jay would love it for sure!
For me the CCR version is the be all, end all version of this song. Impossible to top.
@@robbob5302 Because it is the first version you ever heard. Unbelievably there are those that will say that Faith No More's version of Lionel Ritchie's "Easy" is the best version for the same reason, although it is a note for note copy of Lionel's original. Recency bias is a real thing.
His death still breaks my heart. You are missed, Marvin.
You guys can't be real. How could you never have heard this before??? You should have used the studio version on this one.
They often make me wonder about that
They speak quite frequently about what their musical influences were when they were growing up, and this kind of music wasn't in the repertoire. They're super young, why would you expect them to know old people music unless someone introduces it to them? That's the point of this channel.
There are thousands of song they should listen to, just not enough time in a day. At least they are trying to listen to some of the greatest songs ever song.
Agree the studio version would have been better. Almost always, IMO.
The audio is pathetic on this recording.
Marvin and Diana.... Go both, they were perfection together... x
I was cycling to High School listening to Radio One (BBC) on a pocket transistor and earphone when I first heard this song. Instant classic and a classic memory. Every time I hear it I am transported to a sunny day, a long time ago and a long ways away. ✌️
Melissa Ward here . Marvin is always the m a n. Love and miss him so much. Such an influence on my younger life. I still listen to him alot.
A Motown original. First released version was by Gladys Knight and the Pips. Next release was Marvin Gaye. CCR’s version came later. They are all great.
Yes... Yes... OH YES!!! Live Performances Are Tan-Fas-Tic!!!
Marvin's studio version of this is THE version. From the first few bars that grab you it is the GOAT
Such a GREAT song & Entertainer
The Genius of Marvin! He was the King Of Motown! Where I'm from
Marvin's version was the 2nd to be recorded and 2nd to be released. The order goes like this: (1st recording = Smokey & The Miracles in 1966, but no release......2nd recoding = Marvin Gaye in 1967, but no release.....3rd recording = Gladys Knight & the Pips in Sept. 1967 WITH "original/first" release......the next year in Aug. 1968, Marvin's was then released, and Smokey's Miracles followed, also in 1968).....Good reaction!
Gladys Knight and the Pips hit the charts with Grapevine first. Big hit. Check it out. Very different vibe. Marvin’s studio version is great too. Two Motown top names went to #1 with this song just about a year apart.
Marvin was my father's favorite singer.
This is entertaining and he still sounds amazing here, but listen to his falsetto on the album version ...PLEEEZE!
Saw him do this live in 1967? A long time ago. South Florida, in the heat .... outside at a racetrack. The place was literally "packed" and when he got into this rhythm, the whole place began undulating up and down (looked like a bunch of people holding a flag over a field and moving it up and down, but it was the people dancing, not a flag). It went over so well with the happy dancing, etc., he kept it up for about 20 mins. Something you never forget.
OMG, this is a good one. Thanks you 2. Be well.
Not sure who told you to check out the live version, which is good, but it means you've missed out on the DEFINITIVE version in Marvin's studio production. An incredible song used in an iconic Levis 501 advert in the 1980s - at least in the UK. You really need to check out Marvin's studio version!
1967 "I HEARD IT THROUGH THE GRAPEVINE".
I totally love this song. My friends and I used to listen to it everyday back in 1975 & 1976 as we were driving in to High School. We had it on an 8-Track tape. Back then you could program the player to repeat a song over and over again.
We couldn't belive Marvin was shot to death by his father, also named Marvin, the day before Marvin Jr's 45 birthday. Marvin's father used a gun which was purchased and gifted to him by Marvin Jr.
So, so sad.😢
About a year ago I called to make a doctor's appointment. The receptionist had to put me on hold to look for my chart. I figured, "Great 5 minutes of "elevator music." But no, first that opening bass line then that liquid silk voice--I got to listen to the entire, original version of Marvin Gaye's "I Heard It Through The Grapevine." As I sat there reliving my misspent youth, I remember thinking, "I wish every doctor's appointment was this much fun."😊😊😊
What was created by G.K. & the Pips was so pure that any and all the folks who have seriously appled their talent and gifts to present their versions of it.seem shades of the same hue we see. It is phenomenal! Thank you for taking these musical journeys and inviting us along.
This song originated from song writers at Motiwn for both Marvin Gaye and Glady Knight and the Pips. All other versions are derived from them.
Luv me some Marvin 💖
Much like Sam Cooke, Marvin Gaye was one of the smoothest vocalist in popular music! Such range and control. They were so talented. Gladys Knight and the Pips also do a great version of this song.💖💖
Marvin is the king!
Great reaction as always. You two need to check out Marvin Gaye singing the Nation Anthem at the 1983 NBA All-Star game in LA.
Probably the best version...EVER!
Live is excellent, but y'all absolutely should hear the studio version of this song. Love me some Marvin!
Has there ever been anyone as cool as Marvin Gaye? Thanks guys. You've now listened to two of the three great renditions of this song. You have only to listen to Gladys Knight and The Pips' version to complete it. An earlier version was by Smokey Robinson and the Miracles, then came Gladys Knight, Marvin Gaye and Credence. Thanks again.
I actually prefer Gladys Knight and the Pips version which was released first! Theirs is a very soulful version, check it out.
anything Marvin Gaye is a winner
I love Marvin’s studio version, but Gladys Knight’s cover is my favorite. 💜💜💜
Marvin's is technically not a cover.
Sonya, you have good taste!
Im a NORTHERN SOULER IN THE UK, and american SOUL is loved and cherished in the UK, listen to do i love you - frank wilson 1 of the rarest singles in the world in fact the most expensive single. The best northern soul record ever👍
MG is OG of soul 🔥 when I was a kid he was on the soul train. 70’s music will be in my blood until i die!!
The Soft Powerful Soul Voice!!!!! Forever Mr. Marvin Gaye!!!!! 🙌🏻🌟♥️
That telephone conversation at the start was fun! Unfortunately the quality of this video is not good. Is it just me?
Marvin Gaye's STUDIO version of "I Heard It Through The Grapevine" is one of the best recorded songs in popular music history! ⭐ However, the first released version of "Grapevine" was by Gladys Knight & The Pips in 1967. It was a hit, it's faster and it SMOKES! 🔥
One of the GREATS!!!!
Everybody has a version of this song and they're all different experiences❤🔥❤🔥❤🔥
Man I’ve always loved this song
This song spent seven weeks at number one on the Billboard charts in 1968. The studio version is so so much better it’s slick. Also Gladys Knight and the Pips did it first in 1967 and landed on billboard at number two
Marvin Gaye is the original. 'Bout time!
As good as this is, the studio version that was a huge hit on the radio in 1968 is much better. It's the best known version of this 1966 song.
According to Wikipedia, Marvin Gaye recorded the song first in 1967, but was shelved by Motown Records for a year. The label let Gladys Knight And The Pips debut the song, which reached “Number One” on the Billboard R & B Chart, and “Number Two” on the Billboard Hot 100 Singles Chart.
Marvin Gaye’s version was released in late-1968 on the Tamla Records label, and reached “Number One” on the Billboard Hot 100 Singles Chart, and stayed there for seven weeks.
The Miracles recorded the first version of the song in 1966, but Motown Records shelved it until 1968, when it was released as an album cut for the vocal group’s album, “Special Occasion”.
Love this song. Awesome era
The far superior studio version was #1 in December of 1969. CCR was cool, but John wasn't Marvin. Listen to the studio version if you want to understand why the world went crazy for this song in late 68.
Incredible song! LOVE IT!
Marvin was so amazing, as far as old Motown/soul Marvin and Smoky Robinson were my favorites.
This is one of Marvin Gaye's most famous song 😂😂❤
I've been waiting for someone to react to this version.. Thanks!
Distant lover and come get to this are two more sublime songs...he's never made a bad record.
Ty so much for checking this song out. Here in Hawaii we started a court and political group 3 yrs ago. All our information is by the grape vine.
Studio is definitely the route you should have taken with this one.
Just the best Motown Record of all time. There are many members of his family here in Lexington. 😀
Marvin’s version has always been my favorite. ❤
Smokey Robinson and the Miracles performed the first recorded version, in 1966. It wasn't released until much later. Marvin Gaye's version was the second one RECORDED (1967) but was initially rejected as a single and put on Gaye's "In The Groove" album (1968). DJs played the song on the radio and forced Motown to make it a single. Gladys Knight and the Pips' version was the first one RELEASED but the third RECORDED...
I was 16 when i first heard this. Loved Marvin. Ine of the greats of the 60s &70s. No one like him im 74 now still loce this song by Marvin more than other artists. You know his father was shaking him diwn fir money and ge said no, so his father shot him. Such a loss
One of the best artists of my time.
Rest in peace Motown Magic Man.
Man I love that version. I watch the guitarist on Marvin's left....see how he just jerks his head to the side real quick and it cues the horns to start the riff. Later on the guitarist goes over to "comfort" Marvin as the singer has his head down and is wailing away. Shades of James Brown... And Marvin, that voice. One of the greatest singers ever, and also a polished entertainer too. Look at how he carries himself, down to every gesture. It's been observed that Motown had their acts take lessons from in-house people on how to present themselves onstage, and how to move. You can see that polish. BTW check out Gladys Knight and The Pips version. I believe it was the first recording of the song at Motown.P.S. Somebody posted that the Miracles recorded a version first. Well, with Motown it's hard to tell sometimes, but I ain't saying you're wrong.
One point I agree with: Motown artists covered each other a lot...Motown owned the publishing rights to their writers' songs and the company worked that catalog.
This is a version that you should listen to after you've heard the studio version of Marvin Gaye singing this song.
Rip To A Great Singer Songwriter Marvin Gaye, Still Miss You 😢, Always
Enchantment!!!!
What a gem this video is. I’m a huge Marvin Gaye fan and I’ve never seen this. Next Gladys Knight and the Pips version!
Both this and, CCR's version are covers of this song, Marvin's is the earlier of the two versions, the original by, Gladys Knight and The Pips in 1967 was a year earlier than Marvin's.
This is a Motown song, originally recorded by Gladys Knight and The Pips in 1967, then by Marvin Gaye in 1968. CCR did their version in 1970. The biggest and most popular was Marvin’s version. With that said, please react to Marvin’s movie score, “Trouble Man”, you won’t be disappointed!
🥰🥰🥰 Gladys Knight and the Pips did this first in September of 1967. Marvin Gaye released it in 1968. CCR released it in 1970.
This was a treat to hear on the radio back then as young teen. The studio version I mean.
Zapp also has a song Grapevine, but more of a dance track.
Gladys Knight also did this song
Brownstone has soulful version
Everyone played this song in concert. well, tried to. It was also recorded by CCR and Gladys Knight and the Pips. All three had a hit with it. Oh yeah . . . .it was used in commercials for California Raisins too.
You have to listen to the studio version, the way we heard it on the radio. Trust me, you will love it. I remember there was a commercial or video with animated dancing grapes to this song.
You guys have got to hear Marvin Gaye's "Let's Get It On"!
It was a sad day when we lost Marvin.
I love you guys… I so enjoy watching the two of you. I love watching you get into the music. I’m so happy to see how you get into the music .
The original is by Gladys Night & The Pips. That one slaps, but the studio version of the Marvin Gaye version is one of the towering achievements of Motown Records. This is great, but the studio version is the best. Motown studios just had a certain magic to them, as well as their in-studio band (who played on every Motown record) turned in an unrivaled performance. This version plays up the Funk, Soul, and Blues elements, which is cool. But the magic of "I Heard It through the Grapevine" as a pop hit was that it was all of those things without compromising its Pop qualities.
You need to listen to the version where he has no music or anything. Just his voice 😍
Marvin singing "Abraham, Martin and John". So mournful. Masterpiece.
I love the male backing singers that sing, “Heard it through the grapevine, not much longer would you be my baby.”
Marvin Gaye had numerous well known bangers - What's Going On, Sexual Healing, Let's Get It On, You are my Everything and so many more
Amazing song by amazing guy seventies was just oozing these sweet soul sounds