Our Switched on Summer Throwback Series continues with “Dancing in the Street,” the 1964 Motown hit by Martha and the Vandellas that was co-written by none other than Marvin Gaye. Over 50 years and countless covers later, we explore how this song still manages to get people off their feet and onto the streets—not just to dance, but also to raise their voices in joy, catharsis, and protest.SPONSORWe use Reason Studios to make music on Switched On Pop. You can use Reason too free for 30 days: http://reasonstudios.com/onpopSONGS DISCUSSEDMartha and the Vandellas – Dancing in the StreetMarvin Gaye – Stubborn Kind of FellowThe Mamas and the Papas – Dancing in the StreetThe Grateful Dead – Dancing in the StreetVan Halen – Dancing in the StreetMick Jagger and David Bowie – Dancing in the StreetKendrick Lamar – AlrightPharrell Williams – Happy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices