Whats going on is the eleventh studio album by american motown singer marvin gaye, released in may 1971.
the concept album is told from the point of view of a vietnam veteran who has returned home to observe a country full of hatred, misery and injustice.
this album has been credited with bringing awareness to issues such as poverty, drug abuse and war ahead of public outcry over these controversial issues.
track listing – 1.
whats going on 2.
whats happening brother 3.
flyin high (in the friendly sky) 4.
save the children 5.
god is love 6.
mercy mercy me (the ecology) 7.
right on 8.
wholy holy 9.
inner city blues (make me wanna holler).