I Heard It Through The Grapevine
“I Heard It Through The Grapevine” is a song written by Norman Whitfield and Barrett Strong for the Motown label in 1966. It was originally recorded by the Miracles, but it became a much bigger hit when it was covered by Marvin Gaye in 1968. The song topped the Billboard Hot 100 chart in the United States and reached number one in the UK Singles Chart. It also won the Grammy Award for Best R&B Song in 1969.
Background and composition
“I Heard It Through The Grapevine” was written by Norman Whitfield and Barrett Strong. Whitfield was inspired to write the song after hearing a rumor about a friend of his. He was struck by how quickly the rumor spread and how it changed as it was passed from person to person. Whitfield wanted to write a song that would capture the power and danger of gossip.
The song’s lyrics tell the story of a man who hears a rumor that his lover is cheating on him. The song is full of vivid imagery and detail, and it paints a powerful picture of the pain and jealousy of betrayal.
“I Heard It Through The Grapevine” is a beautiful and moving song that will be cherished for generations to come.
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Here are some additional details about the song:
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- The song was originally recorded by the Miracles in 1966.
- The song’s lyrics tell the story of a man who hears a rumor that his lover is cheating on him.
- The song was a critical and commercial success, reaching number one on the Billboard Hot 100 chart in the United States.
- “I Heard It Through The Grapevine” has been covered by many artists, including The Beatles, The Rolling Stones, and Gladys Knight & the Pips.