You're the Man
Marvin Gaye · 2019
69 min · 17 tracks · funk · R&B · soul
A poignant blend of soulful melodies and socially conscious lyrics that reflect Marvin Gaye's enduring legacy.
Why this album works
This album marks a significant addition to Marvin Gaye's discography, reviving previously shelved material that resonates with contemporary social issues. Its release generated renewed interest in Gaye's music, leading to chart placements and critical acclaim as it connected with both longtime fans and new listeners alike.
- Best for
- poignant reflections on love dynamic flow with varied pacing soulful melodies for deep listening
- Context
- Released posthumously, 'You're the Man' arrives nearly 40 years after Gaye’s last studio album, 'In Our Lifetime.' This collection highlights unreleased tracks from the early 1970s, reflecting a pivotal time in Gaye's career as he navigated personal and professional upheavals amidst the civil rights movement.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Harry Nilsson· Elvis Presley· Sparks· Nancy Sinatra· Willie Nelson· Cyndi Lauper· Dolly Parton· Cher
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 You’re the Man Standout 5:46
- 2 The World Is Rated X Standout 3:52
- 3 Piece of Clay Standout 5:11
- 4 Where Are We Going? 3:52
- 5 I’m Gonna Give You Respect 2:56
- 6 Try It, You’ll Like It 3:58
- 7 You Are That Special One 3:38
- 8 We Can Make It Baby 3:24
- 9 My Last Chance 3:40
- 10 Symphony 2:54
- 11 I’d Give My Life for You 3:31
- 12 Woman of the World 3:30
- 13 Christmas in the City (instrumental) 3:48
- 14 You’re the Man (version 2) 4:41
- 15 I Want to Come Home for Christmas 4:46
- 16 I’m Going Home (Move) 4:40
- 17 Checking Out (Double Clutch) 4:55
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