Divided Soul by David Ritz
The Life of Marvin Gaye
A candid biography that traces the rise of a legendary soul singer from a strict, religiously fraught childhood to international stardom at Motown, revealing how his prodigious talent was entwined with sexual and spiritual conflicts, volatile relationships, and substance abuse. Drawing on interviews, contemporaries, and personal records, it explores the creative breakthroughs behind landmark recordings, the pressures of fame, and the psychological pain that both fueled his music and contributed to his tragic end, offering a nuanced portrait of an artist tormented by forces within and around him.
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- Published
- 1985
- Nationality
- American
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- Original Language
- English
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