Marvin Gaye was born Marvin Pentz Gay later adding an 'e' to the end of his name as Sam Cooke had done on April 2, Gaye grew up the son of an Apostolic preacher, singing in the church choir by age 3, and learning to play the drums and piano. Gaye's musical ambition was put on hold after high school with time in the Air Force. Gaye began his music career as a member of 'The Rainbows' who later became The Moonglows.
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After a month of online voting, the people have spoken. More than 33 years since his passing, Gaye continues to be a revered and influential artist. Tracks like Got To Give It Up and Sexual Healing continues to be sampled even to this day. Marvin Pentz Gay Jr.
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