Another popular Motown sound from the team of Holland-Dozier-Holland is Marvin Gaye’s “You’re A Wonderful One”, recorded and released in 1964 on the Tamla label.
In the song, the narrator praises his “wonderful one” for loving him and for “always (being) around”. Gaye is helped along on this song by The Supremes on background. The great group of session musicians known as The Funk Brothers provided the backing on this number; they incorporated elements of Chuck Berry’s “Memphis” into the intro of this song. “Wonderful One” charted at #15 on the pop charts and #3 on the R&B singles chart.
From February 1964, this is Marvin Gaye with “You’re A Wonderful One”.
And this is what was on the B side – “When I’m Alone I Cry” (a very different sound for Marvin Gaye).
Thanks for joining me today for a little Monday Motown Magic.
See you on the flip side. 😎
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Marvin Gaye was a trailblazer of a artist and Holland dozier and Holland one of the ten greatest songwriters ever. Great musical combination. Appreciate you bringing this. Peace
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Many thanks, MM.
Peace
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All the best and soulful thoughts are with you
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always cool to hear from you
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What a jolly little song!
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Isn’t it just tasty? I adore the sounds of Marvin Gaye, another great gone far too soon.
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Im waking up now and moving and grooving, Nancy.. No one does it like Marvin!! 💓💃🏻🕺🏻
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The voice of an angel …. a sexy angel! 😇
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The B-side sounds alike it was around in the forties
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It does have that classic standards sound.
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Beautiful song! Well shared thanks 👍
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Thanks much, Priti! Glad you enjoyed the music today.
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😊
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That’s a great song. Never heard it before 🤗
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Always happy to introduce new sounds! Thanks for stopping by.
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Wow! That second song sounds like it belongs in a movie score, sung under a melancholy full moon.
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Isn’t that a beauty?! What luck to find that on the B side!
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Nobody like Marvin..love this
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Smooth as silk.
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Absolutely.
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If I wasn’t told beforehand, I would not have thought Marvin Gaye listening to When I’m Alone I Cry. It has a Nat King Cole kind of vibe, which I like a lot here. Thanks N.! You find the most interesting stuff!
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What a terrific comparison, D! Marvin is just as warm and sweet as honey yet in command of his voice at all times. I was pleasantly surprised by that B side song.
Thanks, D! Always appreciate your comments.
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I’m listening to this on a holiday (in Canada) Monday and that second tune has such a Sunday vibe to it…. which it feels like today 🙂
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Couldn’t have said it better myself, Dale. I think it’s a different sound for Marvin Gaye but what a great sound it is!
Enjoy your holiday!
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The best.
Finishing up my gardening and pool. Hopefully all will be done before noon so I can pfaff the rest of the day!
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YASSS!! Have a great pfaff! You deserved it!
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💞
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Love the Motown sound. The words were memorable so you could sing along. Smooth sounds from Marvin. ❤️
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A voice that is as smooth as silk … 🎵😀
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Isn’t it just? Cheers, dear Ivor! 🎶♡
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You’re welcome 😊
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