Here, My Dear
Marvin Gaye
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I guess I'd have to say this album is Dedicated to you. Although perhaps you may not be happy, This is what you want, So I conceded. I hope it makes you happy. There's a lot of truth in it, babe. I don't think I'll have many regrets, baby. Things didn't have to be the way they was, baby. You don't have the right to use the son of mine To keep me in line. One thing I can't do without Is the boy whom God gave to both of us. I'm so happy, oh, for the son of mine. So here it is, babe. I hope you enjoy, reminisce, be happy, Think about the kisses and the joy. But there were those other moments too, The times that were cloudy and grey. Bad. But you taught me that was life. May love ever protect you, May peace come into your life. Always think of me the way I was. Ha, I was your baby. This is what you wanted. Here, dear, here it is. Here, my dear, here it is.
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Written by: Marvin P Gaye
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13 facts about this song
Album's Genesis"Here, My Dear" is an album by Marvin Gaye, not a song. The album was conceived as a result of Marvin Gaye's divorce settlement with his wife Anna Gordy Gaye.
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Album's PurposeAs part of the divorce proceedings, Marvin Gaye agreed to give Anna Gordy the royalties from his next album. "Here, My Dear" was initially seen as Marvin fulfilling this obligation.
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Initial ReceptionUpon its initial release in 1978, the album performed poorly. Critics panned it and it didn't sell well. This was unusual at the time as Marvin Gaye was a very popular and successful musician.
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Later ReceptionOver time, the critical reception to "Here, My Dear" changed drastically. Now, it is considered one of Marvin Gaye's best albums.
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Subject MatterThe album is very personal and autobiographical in nature. It documents Marvin Gaye's relationship with Anna Gordy, from their initial love to their eventual breakup.
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Album TitleThe title "Here, My Dear" is thought to be a message aimed at Anna Gordy. It is said that Marvin Gaye gave this title to the album because he was providing it as part of their divorce settlement.
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Album ArtworkThe cover artwork of the album depicts Marvin Gaye handing over a record to a woman, presumably representing Anna Gordy. This image, once again, reinforces the idea behind the title "Here, My Dear".
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Legal TroublesDespite Marvin Gaye's intention to give the proceeds of the album to Anna, she initially sued him for privacy invasion due to the personal nature of the album's content.
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Artistic Freedom"Here, My Dear" was one of Marvin Gaye's most artistically free works. He had complete control over the album's creative direction.
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Duration"Here, My Dear" is a double LP, meaning it is longer than a typical single album. It has a total length of 72 minutes. The long duration allowed Marvin Gaye to thoroughly explore his relationship with Anna Gordy in the album.
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Musical StyleMarvin Gaye incorporated elements of funk, soul, pop, and even spoken word, making "Here, My Dear" an experimental and genre-blending album.
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Cultural InfluenceOver the years, the album has been sampled by numerous hip hop artists, demonstrating its lasting influence on music.
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Marvin's FeelingsDespite the album's eventual acclaim, Marvin Gaye reportedly wasn't fully satisfied with "Here, My Dear." He felt that it was too painful and personal to listen to.
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