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Try It Baby

1964 single by Marvin Gaye From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia

Try It Baby
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"Try It Baby" is a slow blues ballad recorded by American soul singer Marvin Gaye, released on the Tamla label in 1964.[1] The ballad was written and produced by Gaye's brother-in-law, Motown chairman Berry Gordy.

Quick facts Single by Marvin Gaye, from the album How Sweet It Is to Be Loved by You ...


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Background

The ballad talked of a woman who was "moving up" and "leaving (her man) behind". To help him along the way, the Temptations (fresh off scoring their first few hits) assisted Gaye in the track providing background vocals.

Cash Box described it as "a tantalizing, chorus-backed rhythm shuffler that Marvin does up in winning style."[2]

Chart history

"Try It Baby" reached number 15 on the pop singles chart and number six on the R&B singles chart.[3]

More information Chart (1964), Peak position ...

Cover versions

Personnel

Marvin Gaye version

Supremes/Temptations version

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