Popular soul and R&B singer-songwriter (1939–1984) who was one of Motown’s most successful artists during that label’s heyday in the 1960s and 1970s, recording such hits as “How Sweet It Is (To Be Loved by You)” and “I Heard It Through the Grapevine.” A day before his 45th birthday, Gaye was shot and killed by his father during an argument over a business matter. Personal check, 6 x 2.75, filled out in another hand and signed by Gaye, payable to Ultra Blu Custom pools for $348.75, October 2, 1979. In fine condition, with bisecting vertical fold, and light show-through from stamps and adhesive remnants on reverse. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL and RRAuction COA.
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