How Sweet It Is to Be Loved by You cover

How Sweet It Is to Be Loved by You

Marvin Gaye · 1965

32 min · 12 tracks · funk · R&B · soul

Soulful melodies intertwine with heartfelt lyrics, creating a lush and romantic atmosphere that defines Gaye's early sound.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady melodic flow throughout
  • romantic atmosphere for couples
  • short tracks for quick enjoyment
  • earworm hooks for sing-alongs

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer longer, complex compositions
  • need high-energy dance tracks

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in January 1965, 'How Sweet It Is to Be Loved by You' was Marvin Gaye's third studio album, following his breakthrough with 'When I'm Alone I Cry'. At this point in his career, Gaye was transitioning from doo-wop influences to a more refined and personal soul style, establishing himself as a prominent artist within the Motown label.
Stylistic neighbors
Al Green· Otis Redding· Curtis Mayfield

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 You're a Wonderful One 2:42
  • 2 How Sweet It Is to Be Loved by You 2:57
  • 3 Try It Baby 2:54
  • 4 Baby Don't You Do It 2:33
  • 5 Need Your Lovin' (Want You Back) 2:22
  • 6 One of These Days 2:56
  • 7 No Good Without You 2:37
  • 8 Stepping Closer to Your Heart 2:46
  • 9 Need Somebody 2:50
  • 10 Me and My Lonely Room 2:50
  • 11 Now That You've Won Me 2:33
  • 12 Forever 2:23

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