Inner City Blues (Make Me Wanna Holler) (Reprise) (Live 1972) Marvin Gaye

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[Intro]
One, two, three, four

I'm gonna dedicate this to my mother and father
Mr. and Mrs. Gaye, who are in the audience
I'd like you to acknowledge them, ladies and gentlemen
I love them very much
Also my family, sisters and brothers, all of you

Dah, dah, dah, dah, dah, dah, dah

[Verse 1]
Rockets, moon shots
Spend it on the have nots
Money, we make it
'Fore we see it, you take it

[Chorus]
Ah, make you wanna holler
The way they do my life, yeah
Make me wanna holler
Thе way they do my life
This ain't livin', this ain't livin'
No, no baby, this ain't livin'
No, no, no

"Inner City Blues (Make Me Wanna Holler) (Reprise) (Live 1972)" by Marvin Gaye is a soulful #R&B track addressing urban poverty, systemic injustice, and the struggles of inner-city life. Its poignant lyrics evoke feelings of despair and resilience, while Gaye’s emotive vocals and rich instrumentation enhance its impact, reflecting the socio-political climate of the era. The song has become an anthem for social change, resonating deeply with the civil rights movement.

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