SO SMOOTH!| FIRST TIME HEARING Marvin Gaye - Mercy Mercy Me REACTION

[@davidbagno]

The whole "Whats Going On" album is a classic 📻

[@beachbumsailordude]

For any collector of music at that time it is a MUST!

[@davidbagno]

@beachbumsailordude I agree 💯

[@stefanwilliams2576]

One of the best five albums ever made,can't convince me otherwise

[@JamesPatrick-cf7vd]

​@@stefanwilliams2576 it's my favorite album of all time, so no argument from me. The James Jamerson basslines alone probably would put it in the top ten.

[@BenLapke]

1971 may have been the best year for albums, and this is one of the best.

[@tzzz7]

"Mercy ,Mercy Me" and "What's Going On" are songs that are so relevant today.

[@antonioiniguez1615]

They really aren't

[@MayfaireOquinn1210]

Agreed, @Tzzz7, only a fool would think otherwise.

[@marymarine4979]

VERY much relevant TODAY. If folks are aware of factual reality, yes the songs are certainly relatable.

[@antonioiniguez1615]

@@marymarine4979 Absolutely not

[@beejjjjjj1]

​@@antonioiniguez1615, please elaborate.

[@harpergras]

There will never be another Marvin Gaye. A true legend.

[@steeleamoment]

This song holds as much weight and speaks volumes now, as it did in the 70's.

[@antonioiniguez1615]

It doesn't apply to today at all

[@allieren]

Yeah, this video had me in my feels a little 😕

[@Inequities]

Why? Nothing’s happening right now in the world that would make one say, “mercy, mercy me…” 😂

[@tammythomas975]

As a child of the 60’s this song speaks volumes. Marvin Gaye was phenomenal.

[@lanceflx63]

@@antonioiniguez1615it actually does…what alternative universe do you live in?

[@Buddha-of8fk]

This song should be mandatory listening for all of humanity.

[@blackprix]

Marvin was so much about social injustice and making our country better. God bless him.🙏🙏💙💙💙

[@dennisfleming5625]

Yes....he wasn't just a very talented musician. He was a great advocate for social justice. Bless him.

[@John-p9j8o]

I can't imagine my life without this song in it. 53 years later and it's still relevant, I miss the 70's!

[@karenyoung7133]

same!I will be 65 in a week and this was an anthem back in the day.Seems like a lifetime ago and yesterday at the same time

[@robertlyon8876]

You are exactly right. His music spoke to a generation.

[@karenalves8100]

Amen to that! This was my first purchase as a 16/ 17 year old from my first paycheck !!! Quintessential Marvin Gaye! This is when he was finally free to produce the kind of music that he wanted to make and that he cared about creating!! He had been Held Back for Years by MOTOWN just wanting to create Trendy Music that they thought would sell and make Them Rich! Marvin wanted to produce Music that meant something and would withstand the TEST OF TIME!!! Well, it's 53 years later!!!

[@Jcrash71]

Us baby boomers were lucky

[@Brian_S_1971]

Cool that you're 53 listening to this. I'll be 53 myself on the 17th of December.

[@ceceliarussell-jayne2447]

It’s stunning that he wrote such a powerful lament for the Earth. I love him for it.

[@jaycooper2624]

When did you ever hear apocalyptic lyrics wrapped up in such beautiful music? An absolute Masterpiece - as is the whole album.

[@Mister_Samsonite]

I heard once that only Marvin could write a protest song that was also a panty dropper.

[@ken7531077]

Marvin had such a sad ending. RIP Marvin.

[@willdwyer6782]

Due to his cocaine addiction and financial mismanagement he was nearly $10 million in debt with almost half of it owed to the IRS at the time of his death. His manager was also the owner of his record label and his ex wife's younger brother. They tag teamed him.

[@kathyrizzi8754]

@@willdwyer6782 his music was great though!👍👏👏👏🥰

[@stevensheegog3942]

@@willdwyer6782what? Many artist and people had experienced, drug addiction, financial issues, and victims of mismanagement. He was killed by his own father. They always had a turbulent relationship.

[@gotham61]

I'm surprised you guys didn't talk more about the lyrics. This song's full title is Mercy Mercy Me (The Ecology), and is a heartfelt desperate plea about industrial pollution and the environment. The entire What's Going On album is a call for sanity in what was a rapidly deteriorating world, and I feel it works best when listened to in its entirely. Marvin Gaye and Luther Vandross never met in person, but in 1982 Gaye called Vandross to tell him how much he enjoyed his and Cheryl Lynn's cover of "If This World Were Mine"

[@ChandraLeigh]

They didbt even pay attention..

[@ROLANDSONOFSTEPHEN690]

Wow. Missed it completely, I think. Beauty? Peaceful? Uh, maybe give this one a second pass, please. Better yet, listen to the album.

[@steelcurtainsteeler2249]

Sad they really don't have a clue what Marvin is saying in this song.. the lyrics are so much more than just the music, this man was way ahead of his time.

[@cheredoremi1922]

Too bad you guys completely missed the meaning, to the point that you were only talking about how dreamy the instruments made you feel…too bad, so sad😞

[@philiptodd7062]

An album that Motown didn’t want released only the threat of Marvin leaving the label changed their minds and thank goodness it was released

[@mrantdagreat]

Marvin had one of the greatest voices ever. And yes he is the one that did “Let’s Get It On”.

[@arroyo284]

54 years later this is STILL the best album I ever bought. Marvin was the best singer of that era. Beautiful transcendent music.

[@miltonslocum8957]

Amber and Jay, the entire album What's Going On, which this song comes from, is fantastic! It's called a concept album in which most of the songs segue into the next. Actually the songs are being told from the perspective of a Vietnam veteran returning home and witnessing hatred, suffering, and injustice. I hope you have an opportunity to listen to entire album. In 2020, it was ranked number one on Rolling Stone's list of the 500 Greatest Albums of All Time. Thanks for the reaction!

[@lucky4724]

The 70's was nothing but a MUSICAL PARADISE, when TALENT counted more than TECHNOLOGY!! #MessageInDaMusic💯💯

[@paulahunt3508]

Amber you look BEAUTIFUL tonight, as always. Mr Marvin Gaye, THE BEST of THE BEST! Still miss you to this day Marvin.

[@randyrodriguez1445]

Amber has treated herself with such care over the last few years. She glows now snd has grown her presence into a content star. She has put the work in and it shows in her confidence.

[@primroze1]

Wish the world would be quiet and listen to Marvin! Forever missed! Grew up with his music and messages. ❤

[@amandawade6148]

What can I say…Marvin Gaye!! Grew up on his music. He spoke to the “government and to those in charge of our land. He spoke about the horrible pain war brings. This was the Vietnam war era and he spoke of peace and love. His music had a very distinct sound. Love all of his music!!❤❤❤❤

[@Jcrash71]

@@amandawade6148 you're GenX. You're too young for 1971 when this album was out

[@amandawade6148]

@@Jcrash71I was 11 when this came out on the radio. My transistor radio stayed in my ear all the time!! Marvin Gaye’s music was adored by me!!❤

[@austinartica8002]

Inner City Blues

[@karenyoung7133]

lets go!was just going to suggest this when i saw your comment!1st rap song?Such a classic

[@214-v4g]

They’ve reacted to that already.

[@jimmoore8951]

… makes me wanna holla

[@beeseewill2407]

In todays world everyone should lisren to this whole album.

[@Sheffield_Steve]

Absolutely! 100%

[@antonioiniguez1615]

It has absolutely zero relevance today.

[@allieren]

@@antonioiniguez1615 What an odd thing to say. Art is always relevant.

[@buzztp5119]

YOU haveno relevance ! NEVER WILL !!

[@lindawhite5006]

I grew up in the 60's and 70's listening to Marvin Gaye. I've always loved "SOUL" music!

[@cjfulbright]

I still love that smooth sweet voice. This song still holds up 50 years later.

[@philiptodd7062]

Definitely

[@pamstuckey8349]

It really really does

[@jimmoore8951]

Still my favorite male vocalist.

[@andrewleavenworth2309]

Always loved this very conscious and moving song of Marvin Gaye's focusing on saving Mother Earth and its children. ;o)

[@alvalonline]

At his peak, NO ONE could hold a candle to his voice. He WAS the mountain top. Up your Marvin Game... play MORE.....

[@gregfagan199]

Sam Cooke could. Jackie Wilson, too.

[@jimmoore8951]

Still haven’t heard anyone whose phrasing and tone were like Marvin’s. Al Green was awesome too but Marvin was 1 of 1

[@petedub5360]

One of the pivotal album of the music industry ❤

[@surlechapeau]

You'll love Marvin's "Ain't No Mountain High Enough"(w/Tammi Terrell) and "Sexual Healing" !!!!

[@leisastalnaker3790]

All things with Tammi Terrell.❤

[@surlechapeau]

​@leisastalnaker3790 yes, also "Ain't Nothin' Like The Real Thing" and "You're All I Need To Get By" !!!!

[@davidbagno]

Trouble Man Ain't That Peculiar I Want You Distant Lover(Live) Pride and Joy Stubborn Kind of Fellow

[@jlucas1266]

They definitely need to check out Marvin Gaye and Tammi Terrell duets if they haven't already.

[@pureb7235]

Marvin had the most beautiful voice.

[@kristinemckee9279]

Aww Marvin…there’ll never be anyone quite like you…such a soul…too soon gone.

[@ewrekzz7360]

This one almost never fails to bring tears: over where we could've been versus where we are right now - but it also brings hope for what we can yet still achieve.

[@gkiferonhs]

Some of the smoooothest music ever.

[@FritzMonday]

Absolutely, one of the best albums, ever recorded! How I wish albums like this, were still written!

[@lordwilliamstrickler179]

A true gem! Like Bob Seeger said: "Today's music ain't got the same soul!"

[@DTSWVP]

Praying for you Jay, much love to you both!!!

[@kathyrizzi8754]

Why you praying for Jay? Hope nothing’s wrong with him. 🥰

[@edrodriguez1485]

@@kathyrizzi8754 You must have missed the I'm depressed video, unless it was taken down.

[@terryjestersr.6769]

You can see the tension between them, huh ? So sad

[@Alex-s-m2p]

​@terryjestersr.6769 There is no tention between them. Jay has been going through mental health issues. He has been struggling.

[@cindyv1401]

He is just so Fire 🔥🔥🔥 MERCY ME ❣️

[@barbarasalley]

These lyrics are still so, so pertinent today. The more things change, the more they stay the same.

[@garyneilson3075]

Marvin Gaye is right at the top...... he was one of the first records I owned. Was poor, couldn't have much, but I had Marvin Gaye.... That was sixty some years ago, and I'd still choose him for my music collection. What music! What a voice.... he's special!

[@Linda-jn9gk]

I can remember collecting empty bottles for the deposit and using the money to buy records.

[@susanyork5089]

Greatest album ever , will never be bettered , a MASTERPIECE, bought this in 1971

[@bmw3842]

Marvin and Curtis were unapologetic in their music expressing the strife among our people and bringing it to life ..

[@mikemullikin8229]

One of the true great voices of our generation. 😊

[@terrencemorris3983]

The legend marvin gaye i like all his tunes

[@KRenee-lt8zy]

Marvin Gaye - Distant Lover ✨

[@chrisdecarlo9018]

This song was subtitled the Ecology song.

[@davidstathers9534]

Great reaction to a master love marvin got to say Robert palmer did this song justice as well

[@Adam-bp7kw]

It’s shocking how well his version works

[@evilganome]

Marvin definitely sang "Let's Get it On"

[@sassymess7111]

Oh hell yeah!

[@theodoreritola7641]

RELEASED IN 1973 Baaaaaabby

[@polyglot12]

This album, this song is the heart and the soul of the 60's and 70's. The struggles, the changes, the frustration, all in one album. Informative, calming, genuine.

[@wrutledge1]

J & Amber: Y’all *gotta* react to the What’s Going On album in its entirety, the way it’s meant to be heard.💯 It’s a WHOLE vibe.🎯😎

[@amysson5151]

Never more will albums like this be made. Music died after the 80s. God blessed us with this masterpiece when He gifted it through Marvin Gaye. God bless and keep the classics coming on your channel, guys.

[@calme-dx2dp]

💯🙋

[@Inequities]

Nobody on earth right now listens to music with more emotion, attention, empathy, and love than Miss Amber. These videos are indeed reactions, but can also be seen as mini-journeys within Amber’s mind, as I’ve never known, met, or seen anyone able to immediately FEEL every word and every note of a song the WAY IT WAS WRITTEN to make us feel than Amber. I can’t say enough about her. She’s another level special. Jordan is a massively lucky man.

[@gotham61]

Attention? It's pretty clear that they completely missed the entire meaning of the song, as conveyed through the lyrics.They're using adjectives like "peaceful" "dreamy" "genuine" and "beautiful". Meanwhile the lyrics include lines like "Where did all the blue skies go? Poison is the wind that blows. Oil wasted on the oceans and upon our seas. Fish full of mercury. Radiation underground and in the sky. Animals and birds who live nearby are dying. What about this overcrowded land? How much more abuse from man can she stand?"

[@robinodom4366]

@@gotham61I remember listening to this as a kid, not paying much attention to the lyrics. The music and the sound of his voice are too beautiful for the subject at hand. As a young person at the time, I just remember it being relaxing and “dreamy.”

[@jgamez5023]

He died so young, but what he left behind is pure gold

[@MattCanDo]

This entire album is essential for any collection

[@EverydayEvan]

God bless Marvin Gaye. Taken from us way too soon. Love you guys.

[@bluehole8691]

such a beautiful song; still so relevant today.

[@GaryCain-qf5vi]

Growing up on a farm north of Detroit we would see the black skies overhead, was it a thunderstorm No it was from the smokestack's of the Auto Industry. Then Marvin's voice came to us over the radio waves "Oh Mercy, Mercy Me"😢, We need more Motown because I felt good when I heard Marvin sing,😊 thank you Marvin for opening our eyes in the 60's. Thank you Jay&Amber for keeping this music alive, 😊✌️Peace ☮️ your 70 year old forever Young Hippie Gary💃🕺 Great Reaction👍 Marvin 🙏 RIP

[@gordoncontreras3665]

❤❤❤what can you say? I grew up with Marvin playing every day everywhere ❤❤❤ I was blessed.

[@piedmontish]

My absolute favorite song of his solo! If you ever get a chance, my favorite duet was him and Tammy Terrell - “ain’t no mountain high enough”. Boy was sad to lose her so young!

[@user-kg1ci4po5l]

This album is still one of the greatest albums of all time. Marvin is truly a national treasure.

[@Dr_Bombay]

this whole album is timeless. it continues to resonate, maybe even more now than when he wrote it. [EDIT]: you should really listen to the track before it, "What's Going On?" followed by this song, because they are a pair and one bleeds into this one. they are a commentary.

[@otisroseboro5613]

This Is One Of My All Time Favorite Songs Nice Reactions Everyone 😊 & Marvin Gaye Is The Best 💯,May He R.I.P

[@mst3ktemple421]

Marvin had one of the most perfect voices ever. Motown was blessed to have him and the world lost him far too soon. He was another reason I loved growing up in Detroit in the 60's and 70's.

[@kennethjinkins8967]

you need a Motown Monday , loads of great music , two beautiful voices are Marvin Gaye and Tammy Terell

[@GreenOlives4952]

I agree!

[@justabaker5609]

I have to say , Amber when you smile you are captivatingly beautiful. God Bless you both.

[@Chr1sWaterous]

One of my favorite songs ever. Timeless. ❤

[@landiahillfarm6590]

There will every only be one Marvin. So glad you chose to play this song, it has so much meaning and is sung so beautifully.

[@John_Locke_108]

One of greatest and most important songs recorded. It's literal perfection.

[@tedcole9936]

One of the best tracks, ever.

[@LeroyHarper-t5x]

I was 8 years old in 1971 when this album came out , This is album is a musical master piece , My mom had this album in her collection.

[@lvtv0197]

Marvin Gaye’s album “Whats going on” that this song is from is one of the best albums ever.

[@carolynross7959]

This song is still very much suited to todays times. 🙌🏽😊

[@Jwill1914]

"Genuine" is indeed what makes Marvin unique.

[@pattyduke3079]

You were right Jay. Marvin Gaye did record Let's Get It On. I would suggest some his songs with Tammy Terrell: If I Could Build My Whole World Around You, Ain't Nothing Like the Real Thing, If This World Were Mind, Your Precious Love and Ain't No Mountain High Enough.

[@kathyrizzi8754]

Oh, I love this song & many others from the great…Marvin Gaye!👍👏👏👏♥️♥️

[@brendabarker524]

Just the magic of Marvin Gaye ❤❤❤❤❤

[@bikesndrums]

Next week I'll be 71 yo - this was the top album when I was a senior in HS in 1971 - over 50 years ago- also called (The Ecology) a masterpiece. Still so important - Thanks ! (Robert Palmer does a great version of MercyMercyMe / I Want You - another Beautiful Marvin song.)

[@Lemons66]

My favorite R&B artist!!

[@antav9371]

Y'all need to go down that Marvin rabbit hole! (Smokey, Stevie and others too.....more R & B, Jazz and blues even!)

[@FritzMonday]

In the liner notes on this album, Marvin is quoted as saying, the vocals at the end, he wanted to give the feeling of a choir of angels !

[@beckysingleton596]

Mercy Mercy Me, whatta beautiful song! I love this!! ❤

[@harrytuttle1446]

The ending always sends chills down my spine. RIP.

[@kevinbushby3931]

Love him singing Heard it through the grapevine..

[@SteveInTheOC]

I saw Marvin and immediately clicked. Great song!

[@michaelmcgillivray1624]

Damn! We had great music when I was a youngster. ❤😊

[@greganderson1445]

I was a baby when this dropped, but my senior year of college my homies really introduced me to his music. I've been hooked ever since. Truly classic.

[@cynthiaschultheis1660]

LOVE MARVIN❤❤❤❤with TAMMY TERRELL, EVEN BETTER!!! ❤❤❤❤

[@craigarandolph]

Marvin Gaye is a living legend with his smooth silky ballads However you should check out his upbeat tempo dance song GOT TO GIVE IT UP !!!

[@ThePierce5144]

and Amber you look lovely as ever. the 2 of you are some on my favorite people Then Marvin Gaye, taken us from us too ealry, but listen to the lyrics

[@tammys.1237]

this song was so ahead of it's time. Marvin Gaye had a silkiness to his voice...can't help but feel it down in your soul.

[@TJ-zs1fy]

My all time favorite album!! Still relevant to this day. I have it on vinyl, cassette, CD and iTunes.

[@keithmurphy5356]

Marvin should def. be an automatic go-to, guys. He's one of the greatest artists of all time. Could do it all from love/sexy music, dance songs to protest/socially conscious classics. What you are hearing is from Marvin's landmark What's Going On, a true game changer. Marvin deserves your attention. Trust. One of the GOATS.

[@WCOliver]

One of my favorite songs. I love Marvin Gaye's music.

[@normabreazile5500]

Marvin Gaye…a treasure taken way to soon! 🙏❤️

[@tcshakaricks1172]

Marvin gaye: Distant lover✌💯❤.

[@andrewthurston7322]

Legendary Vocalist

[@leisastalnaker3790]

Just as relevant today as then. Mercy indeed. 😥

[@dcwasp]

One of the many songs his silky smooth vocals graced. From duets with Tammy Terrell to his solo songs. "Distant Lover" the live version is proof of how much women were crazy 'bout da Man. The crowd erupts and there's one screaming loudly through out the whole song. Truly a great singer.

[@rubroken]

I'm going to add my 2 cents here. Like others have said, this whole album is great......no bad tracks

[@karenmicciulli784]

This whole album is like a warm blanket.

[@tjrivers]

I was lucky to see him perform at Radio City Music Hall. His voice was heard before seeing him, singing this song…then, he came up out of the middle of the stage floor on a small platform, donning his all white suit…the crowd went crazy! It was truly amazing!

[@raynardshellow1289]

There is history being told in this song from the time that was going on in the 70’s line by line. Reminds you of that song Americano Pie telling you a history lesson. Also listen to whole album how the songs bleed into one another without the typical fad out

[@maxr4448]

Marvin Gaye>>>>> What an awesome Man! We lost an American Gem! He was brilliant. One of my top ten favorites! Thank You for this!

[@marthaz]

He's a legendary angel, ahead of his time. Timeless message 🙏❤️