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