Released 60 years ago
Take Two
Marvin Gaye · 1966
53 min · 19 tracks · funk · R&B · soul
A smooth blend of soulful melodies and romantic duets that captures the essence of 1960s R&B.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady, consistent melodic flow
- romantic duet listening experience
- short, engaging song lengths
- smooth background ambiance
- intimate late-night vibes
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released on August 25, 1966, 'Take Two' was Marvin Gaye's first collaborative studio album with Kim Weston, following his breakthrough solo success with 'How Sweet It Is (To Be Loved by You)'. At this point in his career, Gaye was establishing himself as a prominent figure in Motown, moving from solo work towards successful collaborations that would define his sound.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Al Green· Otis Redding· Curtis Mayfield
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 What Good Am I Without You 2:48
- 2 Baby Say Yes 3:14
- 3 It Takes Two 2:59
- 4 When We’re Together 2:40
- 5 Baby (Don’t You Leave Me) 2:27
- 6 I Want You ’Round 2:25
- 7 Heaven Sent You I Know 3:03
- 8 It’s Got to Be a Miracle (This Thing Called Love) 3:30
- 9 Love Fell on Me 2:26
- 10 Baby I Need Your Loving 3:09
- 11 It’s Me 2:52
- 12 I Couldn’t Help Falling for You 2:54
- 13 Exactly Like You 2:45
- 14 Til There Was You 2:25
- 15 Let’s Do It (Let’s Fall in Love) 2:24
- 16 I Love You, Yes I Do 2:20
- 17 Secret Love 2:47
- 18 Teach Me Tonight 3:17
- 19 You’ve Got to Be Real 2:41
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