Marvin Gaye and Tammi Terrell – Ain’t No Mountain High Enough
“Ain’t No Mountain High Enough” is a classic soul ballad written by Nickolas Ashford and Valerie Simpson. It was first recorded by Marvin Gaye and Tammi Terrell in 1967 and released on the Tamla label. The song was an instant hit, reaching number one on the Billboard Hot 100 chart in the United States and number three in the UK Singles Chart. It has since become one of the most popular and enduring soul songs of all time.
Background and composition
“Ain’t No Mountain High Enough” was written by Ashford and Simpson as a way to express their love for each other. The song’s lyrics are simple, yet powerful, and they speak to the universal experience of love. The song is also notable for its catchy melody and driving beat.
Recording and production
“Ain’t No Mountain High Enough” was recorded at the Hitsville U.S.A. studio in Detroit, Michigan. The song was produced by Harvey Fuqua and Johnny Bristol.
The recording features Marvin Gaye and Tammi Terrell on vocals. Gaye and Terrell’s vocals are passionate and soulful, and they perfectly convey the emotion of the song. The song’s instrumentation is simple, yet effective, with a driving beat and a catchy melody.
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“Ain’t No Mountain High Enough” is a beautiful and moving song that will be cherished for generations to come.
Here are some additional details about the song:
- The song was written by Nickolas Ashford and Valerie Simpson.
- The song was originally recorded by Marvin Gaye and Tammi Terrell in 1967.
- The song reached number one on the Billboard Hot 100 chart in the United States and number three in the UK Singles Chart.
- “Ain’t No Mountain High Enough” has been covered by many artists, including Diana Ross, Elton John, and Michael Jackson.