We no longer present Marvin Gaye. Iconic star of the 70s, his albums sell like hot cakes. Alone or in a duo, his fans know his hits inside out. Thanks to his unmistakable voice, he is forever inscribed in the hearts of music lovers.
On rare occasions, Marvin Gaye draws up a sad assessment of his childhood. And for good reason, as far back as he, his brothers and his two sisters can remember, relationships with this father have been like a roller coaster.
First of all, anger and punishment of this patriarch still resonate in the memory of the hit maker. Then, the corrections with a belt traumatized him forever. Finally, often expelled from the family nest, Marvin Gaye has no other choice but to build a titanium shell.
Very religious, the father of Marvin Gaye serves as pastor. Unable to stand the success and even less the theme of his son’s songs, he multiplies the harsh remarks against him. Furthermore, disappointed by the lack of audience for his sermons, the man of faith ruminates.
A few months before the tragedy, Marvin Gaye moved in with his parents. Devastated by his divorce, ruined, under the influence of narcotics, the singer is at a crossroads. He still doesn’t know that this return to the sources will cause his downfall !
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The sad end of Marvin Gaye
On this date 40 years ago, we lost the legendary R&B icon Marvin Gaye. Many thought the tragic news was an April Fools joke but sadly, it wasn’t. He was shot and killed by his father Marvin Gay Sr. Rest in peace Marvin Gaye. ❤ pic.twitter.com/LVVCV5cZc6
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This April 1, Marvin Gaye is at his mother’s bedside. However, he is furious with his father. In fact, the latter has just sold the house without their agreement. However, for the well-being of his parent, he tries not to approach the angry subject.
Alas, always on the alert, his father does not give him a second of respite. Very quickly, the situation deteriorates. Alerted by a gunshot, then a shrill scream, Marvin Gaye’s brother understands that the worst has just happened. When he discovers the body of his eldest, it is already (almost) too late.
This sentence from Marvin Gaye will haunt his mind for a long time as well as that of his anonymous or famous admirers. Instead of naming the culprit, he assumes his full share of responsibility. “Igot what I wanted. I couldn’t do it myself, so I made him do it.”