Remembering
Marvin Gaye Marvin Pentz Gay Jr. was born on April 2, 1939,
and died on April 1, 1984. Here are five facts
in honor of the
Grammy-winning singer. 1. He was known as
“The Prince of Soul." 2. Gaye helped influence R&B subgenres like Neo Soul. 3. He was a Motown drummer and played for
The Supremes, Stevie Wonder and more. 4. D.C. Mayor Marion
Barry declared Gaye’s
birthday, April 2,
Marvin Gaye Day. 5. He was in the group,
The New Moonglows,
before his solo career. Happy Birthday,
Marvin Gaye!