The Emotional Equation of ‘What’s Going On?’ - Why Marvin Gaye’s Classic is a Masterclass in Empathy, Action & Change

Music, at its best, is an equation—a formula for feeling, a structure for storytelling, and a safe container where emotions can be solved, not just felt. Marvin Gaye’s What’s Going On? is a perfect example of Emotional Maths in action, where the sum of its parts creates something greater than a protest song: it’s a formula for change.