Marvin Gaye - What’s Going On (Live) | REACTION  

What an incredible performance. Perfect pitch singing, all live, no modern autotune, overdubs, prerecorded backing tracks. Just straight up live talent.

Man, look at Jamerson layin’ it down. This whole thing 🤯🤯🤯

Marvins music brought the white kids and black kids in high school together back in the early 70s

A rare look at the great Motown Bass Player James Jamerson doing his thing! Work that Claw James.

James Jamerson is the king of bass players.

“War is not the answer for only love can conquer hate “ - Marvin Gaye

Nothing is cooler than Marvin.

That rare moment when an artist is in a state of grace.....

I've often said Marvin''s voice is what I imagine God's voice would sound like if we could imagine Him singing.

Another American Legend.

Yes, he's at peak power here. Perfection.

What a great performance by a ICON he sounded amazing! RIP MG🌹

I would have sold my soul to have been able to see him live. My favorite artist of all time.

So powerful, so healing.

There should be a symposium on Marvin Gaye and his album What's going on. And it's affect and contribution to American society.

The words in this song from 1972 are totally relevant today in 2024. This song ranks in the top 5 of most important songs Berry Gordy did not want to record this song because he thought it was too controversial . Marvin persisted and it remains the classic that it is today. About a year ago CNN actually did a special on the significance of this song. Thanks for your great reaction to this. 👏👏🥰

Oh my goodness, the bass! Damn. Gorgeous.

Thank GOD for great music. Growing up in the time music made you move.

... that incredible bass line tho....

Marvin was the GOAT!! I grew up on his awesome music!!❤ ❤❤❤

Wow, I can't say enough about how much I love this amazing Musician❤❤❤

I’d just like to wish AirPlay Beats and all who enjoy the show, a Stupendously Happy Christmas and a Funkin’ Good New Year. Peace and love to all. 💚😁⭐️

OMG you guys....my heart. He was love all the way. God bless thank you for giving us Marvin

What more can be said? A perfect performance by Marvin at the top of his game. Jamerson is just on another level. The congas…dayum. The whole band is on point. The song is maybe more relevant today than it was when he performed it back then. That’s sad tho. Thank you.

🎶 Do it to me one more time🎶 Mom born 1925 liked Marvin 🙏

Gentlemen ... rare air with brother Marvin--never seen ANY live versions--thank you. Words fail. Che: wrap your words around the chord changes on What's Goin' On--that kind of swirling, circular, uplifting sequence more at the end. Stop making us wait for it. Go to Inner City Blues NEXT ... THAT bassline. The tension of the whole composition. Exquisite. Keep goin guys ...

What an incredible talent and album. Love this live version!🎶Marvin Gaye was such a beautiful man both inside and out. His thoughtful, loving messages are just as relevant today as they have ever been. Thanks so much guys for reacting again to this lovely artist! RIP Marvin❤

This is amazing. Marvin’s smooth voice against Jamerson’s jazzy bass line is sublime.

Gorgeous and still brings the tears. ❤

what an exquisite man and performance - such an honest emotional, performance that gives you tingles.

On my Top 20 list of greatest songs ever written.

Such a respectful crowd, letting the Marvin and his group perform without interference or interjections.

That beautiful voice. R.I.P. Marvin

Also the Legendary bassist James Jimmerson killing it next to him! Excellent set I’m sure

Can't go wrong with live Marvin Gaye.... beautiful performance

Should be monuments to him everywhere. Grew up on this song, we had some high expectations, never thought things would be like this all these years later. Wonder what Mr. Gaye would think.

I'm flashing back to the late 60's early 70's, crazy time's. His voice is magic.

Loved this era in music and he sang with such feeling

Unparalleled musical greatness and I cried when he died. He was back on top churning out some incredible vibes and then he was gone. I know how but don’t like thinking about it. Who was better at baby making music? Probably no one.

Thank you so much for doing this! I knew you'd love it. It's like an early birthday gift (It's tomorrow! 69 years old.) for me to see you both enjoy this unique and truly beautiful footage of a great man at his best. Not to mention the extraordinary James Jamerson who needs to be praised and his name kept alive as the greatest bassist of all time. I vividly remember when I bought this album when it first came out, put it on my turntable, and listened to the entire record...mesmerized.

this performance is epic, transcendent. Marvin in his prime, full fledged Funk Brothers, and Jamerson in full flight - not many videos showing the bass king in action. The imagery is a lesson in the American urban experience, much of which remains today

Marvin. What a voice. He had all the gifts. Love the early stuff

Taken from us too soon. I remember I was in college when he died. What a beautiful man. His music will live on into eternity.

Iconic and relevant song from a legendary artist.

Great song and an even greater message. Thanks for the excellent reaction fellas! Appreciate it 🙏 ❤

Marvin sounded great, and James Jamerson hanging out right over his shoulder... Awesome. 🖤

Simply one of the great albums crossed all races the mans voice was exemplary and this album ground breaking

Marvin: A man for all times.

He was spectacular. Wore out his cassettes in my car!

One of the few times that you get to see the artist at his peak perform a song from when it was released with an extra gift of seeing legendary bass master James Jamerson. All that beautiful playing with a single finger and a magic ability. That has to be some of the Motown Funk Brothers up there too. Wow-Weeeeeee

Marvin had an amazing talent and is such an amazing part of musical history! This song is central in the American musical scene.

Marvin, one and only...... tears

This song could have been written today, it’s still so relatable. Marvin was a goat to the music industry 🙌🏻✌🏻🎯

Marvin is the man!

Maaaaannnn….those bruthas in the congas are so damn cool with it. Marvin looks so joyful in this. 🙂🙌

One of the greatest songs ever recorded. There is a version of Marvin Gaye’s original cut of this song called the “Chicago” version; the slight re-production adds an echo effect that just expands the sound; it is ear bliss ❤

Marvin on the piano! Drums were his main instrument, but like many back in the day, he was a multi- instrumentalist.

He was always so smooth, I never saw him play the piano before, he was Motown at it's best. Will always be a fan

Incomparable. This is so good, it’s bringing tears to my eyes.

This video really showcases his talent. What a beautiful man! Such a rip-off to lose him when and how we did. 💙💙✌️

Such a great song guys! Glad you did a live version. Love the improv on the vocal lines by Marvin. The one consistency is James Jamerson with possibly the best bass line in any song, ever.

Just simply the best of all time

I had a ticket to see him in late 1983 or early 1984, I gave my ticket to my older brother. Months later Marvin was tragically killed.

Never seen that version, and I love it! This is one of my all time favorite albums, and I'm so glad it got released!

Hi La and Che … I was lucky to see Marvin in 1974 at the Nassau coliseum in Long Island..I think the Ohio players was the opening act….

What a voice,miss that guy 💯💯💯💯💯💯💯💯💯💯💯💯💯💯💯💯💯💯💯💯💯💯💯💯💯💯💯💯💯💯💯💯💯💯💯💯💯💯

I’ve been totally enamored with Marvin Gaye since grade school! And yes….the hope of love conquering hate still exists in this old white lady’s heart! 😽🎶

Gorgeous man, amazing voice, fantastic song!

Love Marvin

Heck yeah! One of the true greats.

Motown music will always be my favorite music….ever! Marvin was absolutely amazing ❤

There are volumes of meaning in this song. And Marvin's performance is so natural and open. Great reaction, guys! Thanks for sharing your insights with us.

I'll never be able to view him as I used to, but he had a great message!

This is an excellent performance It never gets old

Such a sad senseless loss to young. One of the smoothest ever...RIP

So jazzy! So damn good!

Oh this was just Wonderful watching a live performance! Definition of smooth.........

The man had enough smooth to spin a silk blanket.

What a wonderful beautifully talented man. Such a tragedy the way his life ended. R.I.P.

Just as solid live. True talent

2:57 glad you picked up on that this was marvin at the peak of his career and probably his life

I love this live version so much. Gives me chills. Thanks for reacting to this ❤

A terribly underrated Marvin Gaye song is called, When Did You Stop Loving Me, When Did I Stop Loving You? 6 minutes of the most joyful heartbreak ever recorded.

Musically gifted singer and songwriter ❤

Jamerson, kicking it back there......

Wow!! Thanks for this one guys.. Somehow listening to Marvin makes it seem like everything is gonna be ok. So smooth and relaxing... You guys are the BEST.!!!!!

RIP to a sweet, gentle soul. Vocal perfection-an absolute virtuoso. I wish I could have seen him. If you haven’t heard his Star Spangled Banner at the NBA all-star game, do yourself a favor and check it out.

Blessed 🙏 to have this as a part of my childhood soundtrack! As always Y'all rock 👍👍 Spread the love 🐶😎🇺🇸

Oregon is here for this one.. Thanks guys..Peace on earth for all..

Timeless, relevant... thanks so much, I had never seen this performance before, you both do excellent work!

Heard this a 100 times but this time really hit me,

Love this version more than the studio album version. So good

This was so good! Marvin in top form, relaxed, happy, and showing just what a musical genius he was. He had the audience in the palm of his hand. Thanks La and Che.

The great James Jamerson on bass behind Marvin! What a fabulous performance by the whole band! Marvin was a giant!

What a great song.

Loooove Marvin. Probably my favorite singer ever. Gone too soon. But he sure did leave us with some beautiful, profound music ❤

Damn that was emotional

Marvin Gaye & Tammy Terrell were Fabulous together, Tammy died at 24. What a horrible loss. Brain tumor, she was a Philly girl. So talented bless her heart❤😢

I keep wanting to catch these gems on the day, but I been busy fellas, I’ve been busy. Another great reactions to another singer. Keep up the great work.

This what we used to sing about, love and social consciousness how we could make things better in our lives neighborhoods looking out for eachother