Marvin Gaye's debut may not be the best way to start his discography if you have never heard of him before. I recommend starting with his 70s albums if anyone wants to check him out.

His vocals are incredible on this album, but how standard and underdone the album is just makes it almost boring and forgettable. The singles that were released are good within the album and on their own, but some of the album is just really lacking. I think this album has a really standard sound to it that makes ... read more

2mo

The Final Note

Son of an abusive Washington DC church preacher, Gaye started singing in his father’s church at the tender age of four, seeking solace in music throughout his childhood amidst his father’s merciless beatings. Following his discharge from the Air Force in 1957, he co-founded the vocal harmony group, ‘The Marquees’. However it was his solo performance at Motown’s Berry Gordy’s house during the Christmas vacation of 1960 which secured him his first major ... read more

Tim Huette

It gives a very strong feel for the 50's and 60's music. But it's very similar to all of the other music of this time. Nothing is bad, but nothing is specifically good. It doesn't standout as Marvin Gaye's music.

1mo

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Track List

1	(I'm Afraid) The Masquerade Is Over 5:10	80
2	My Funny Valentine 3:29	70
3	Witchcraft 2:24	60
4	Easy Living 3:05	60
5	How Deep Is the Ocean 3:09	60
6	Love for Sale 2:54	50
7	Always 2:59	50
8	How High the Moon 2:29	50
9	Let Your Conscience Be Your Guide 3:03	60
10	Never Let You Go (Sha Lu Bop) 2:43	60
11	You Don't Know What Love Is 3:53	60