Oakland's Vinyl Vault - Let's Get It On

Valentine's Day is far behind us, but that doesn't mean we shouldn't still be romantic. So this week, find a lover and listen to what one critic called "one of the most sexually charged albums ever recorded:" Let's Get It On by Marvin Gaye.



Release Date: August 28, 1973
Singles: Let's Get It On, Come Get to This, You Sure Love to Ball

Before I get into the music, I have to say a little bit about the artwork. In the gatefold, Marvin has written a little note to his listeners. It starts with "I can't see anything wrong with sex between consenting anybodies," goes on to say "Have your sex, it can be very exciting, if you're lucky. I hope the music that I present here makes you lucky," and ends with, "and thanks to all you women for sweet inspiration." I cannot think of a more perfect note to go along with this album.

Now, the music. It opens with, of course, the title track, which is one of my favorite songs of all time. It's beautiful. Now, if you can play it loud enough, or have sex quiet enough, to hear the rest of the album, it is also quite good. The album gently makes love to your ears with it's soulful vocals and smooth groove.

Rating: One eight-inch (Ok, seven-inch) thumb straight (slightly curved) up - A great, iconic album. Delivers exactly what you'd expect, and more.

Now here's "If I Should Die Tonight." Enjoy.



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