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Marvin Gaye

About You

"I Want You" is a song written by songwriters Leon Ware and Arthur "T-Boy" Ross and performed by singer Marvin Gaye. It was released as a single in 1976 on his fourteenth studio album of the same name on the Tamla label. The song introduced a change in musical styles for Gaye, who before then had been recording songs with a funk edge. Songs such as this gave him a disco audience thanks to Ware, who produced the song alongside Gaye. The song also stood to be one of Marvin's most popular singles during his later Motown period followed by his sabbatical following the release of 1973's Let's Get It On. The song eventually reached number fifteen on the Billboard Hot 100 and number one on the Hot Selling Soul Singles chart. It also became a disco hit, reaching number ten on the Disco Singles Chart alongside "After the Dance". 


Year:
1974
2:27
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You, you I see in my mirror in the mornin'
Instead of seein' me
I see you, I see your face
And inside me is a growing need for your embrace
In the light of day, though our faces meet
Someone there might see someone else speak
Till the dark of night, while the moon is new
While we whisper words of love in our secret rendezvous
Somethin's wrong I know, girl I love you so
Yes I need you, I need you baby
Oh you, my sweetest joy
You can afford the best of life
I'm just a heartbreakin' boy
Oh you've given your love to me
Girl, I can't let you hurt yourself by being seen with me
We're worlds apart, so close yet very far
So we must hide the love we're feelin' in our hearts
We meet in shadows, your friends must never know
That we are lovers, darlin'
Although it hurts me so, for your sake no one must see
The press of love you're givin' me
But you know, I need you baby

One day I'll make the break, my love will start to shine
I can tell the world that you are mine, all mine
Till then we must go on the way we have before
And never let it show without each other's souls
I'll never one-way track 'cause there's no turnin' back
Oh I need you baby

You, you I see oh in my mirror in the mornin'
Instead of seein' me
I see you

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Marvin Gaye

Marvin Gaye (April 2, 1939 – April 1, 1984), born Marvin Pentz Gay, Jr., was an American singer-songwriter and musician whose career spanned more than two decades. Born and raised in Washington, D.C., he was the son of a storefront minister of a local Pentecostal church sect and grew up singing gospel in church revivals as a young child. Gaye branched out into secular music as a teenager, joining the doo-wop group The Marquees, after returning from an honorable discharge from the United States Air Force, before the group was hired by Harvey Fuqua to be Harvey & The Moonglows. Following the band's separation in 1960, Gaye began working as a session drummer for the Detroit music label, Anna, before signing with Motown Records in 1961, adding an "e" to his s… more »

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Written by: JEFFREY BOWEN, JACK GOGA, IVY HUNTER, IVY JO HUNTER

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10 facts about this song

Song Origin
"You" is a track from Marvin Gaye's eleventh studio album, "In the Groove," later renamed "I Heard It Through the Grapevine." The album was released in 1968.
Incorrect Attribution
While many believe that Marvin Gaye wrote his songs, it was not the case for "You." This song was written by the legendary songwriting team of Ivy Jo Hunter and Jack Goga.
Place of Recording
Like most of Gaye's hits of the '60s, "You" was recorded in Detroit's Hitsville U.S.A., the legendary recording studio owned by Berry Gordy, the founder of Motown Records.
Backing Vocals
The prominent backing vocals heard on "You" are provided by The Andantes, who were a regular feature on Motown recordings at the time.
B-Side Track
The song was released as the B-side to the hit single "I Heard It Through the Grapevine," which is one of Marvin Gaye's most popular songs. Despite this, "You" has managed to gain its own recognition over the years.
Peaked Chart Position
While "You" didn't chart separately, it helped its A-side song "I Heard It Through The Grapevine" to become a major hit, reaching No. 1 on the Billboard Pop Singles chart.
Re-interpretations
While Marvin Gaye's original rendition is the most famous, "You" has been covered numerous times by other artists, showcasing its enduring popularity. Notable cover versions include those by Reggae artist Jackie Edwards and soul band The Dramatics.
Album Success
Despite initially being overshadowed by the success of "I Heard It Through the Grapevine," the album on which "You" features later gained critical acclaim and went on to become a gold-certified album.
Musical Style
"You" is a classic example of the Motown sound, blending elements of R&B, pop, soul, and gospel music to create a unique and powerful sound.
Marvin Gaye's Vocal Artistry
Critics have praised Gaye's vocal performance on "You" as evidence of his immense talent and versatility. His emotive delivery brings depth and soul to the song, reminding listeners of his status as one of the greatest vocalists of his time.

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