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At the Copa
R&B / Soul · 2007 · 17 tracks

At the Copa

Marvin Gaye

Marvin Gaye's electrifying 1966 live performance at New York's legendary Copa, capturing the Prince of Soul's youthful charisma and powerhouse vocals backed by a full Motown orchestra.

January 10, 2007 · Tamla

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Step into a glamorous 1960s New York nightclub with "At the Copa," a vibrant live document of Marvin Gaye at the peak of his early Motown charm. This album is pure, unadulterated soul, brimming with Marvin's smooth crooning, powerful belting, and magnetic stage presence. Backed by a lush, dynamic orchestra, he reinterprets his early hits with an infectious energy that will have you dancing, swooning, and feeling the pure joy of classic R&B. It's an essential listen for anyone wanting to experience the raw, exhilarating power of a Motown legend live.

Tracklist · 17 Tracks
01
I Concentrate on You
3:19
02
Just in Time
1:58
03
How Sweet It Is (to Be Loved by You)
4:48
04
Motown Medley 1: Can I Get a Witness / You’re a Wonderful One / Stubborn Kind of Fellow / Baby Don’t Do It, Try It Baby / One More
5:57
05
Laia Ladair (Reza)
5:08
06
Georgia Rose
3:36
07
The Song Is You
2:23
08
Ain’t That Peculiar
3:43
09
Every Once in a While
2:33
10
The Shadow of Your Smile
3:14
11
Night Song
5:07
12
Pride and Joy
5:40
13
This Could Be the Start of Something Big
2:04
14
Strangers in the Night
3:28
15
Introduction of Orchestra
1:23
16
Who Can I Turn To (When Nobody Needs Me)
3:18
17
Motown Medley 2: I’ll Be Doggone / I Can’t Help Myself (Sugar Pie, Honey Bunch) / Uptight (Everything’s Alright) / Hitch Hike
8:32
Moments Worth Listening For
The smooth, effortless transition from playful banter with the audience into the opening notes of "How Sweet It Is (To Be Loved By You)," highlighting his charismatic stage presence.
The powerful, soaring vocal climax during "Ain't That Peculiar," where the full orchestral backing perfectly complements his dynamic delivery.
The intimate, almost whispered moments during a ballad, showcasing his tender side before a powerful crescendo.
The infectious energy and call-and-response with the backing vocalists on an uptempo track, igniting the crowd.
Where This Album DepartsEach spoke is a trait. The orange shape shows where this album pulls away from — or holds to — the rest of the artist’s catalogue. Tap for more.

How does At the Copa sound next to the rest of Marvin Gaye's catalogue?

Live Recording+4.0σ

The production is built around live recording than this artist usually allows.

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