During moments in the recording, Gaye can be heard encouraging Terrell to sing her verses, ad-libbing come on Tammi several times. A year later, Gaye was performing this song with Stax vocalist Carla Thomas at the Apollo Theater, when Terrell, who was seated in the front row in her wheelchair, began singing along, prompting Gaye to leave the stage and sing the song with Terrell, who was offered a microphone. It was Terrell’s final performance before her death in March 1970. The song was played during Terrell’s funeral while Gaye gave a brief, tearful eulogy.  Awwww shoot … speaking of tears …

This song hit #7 in the U.S., #10 in Canada, and #19 in the UK where it stayed for 19 weeks.

You’re All I Need to Get By
Marvin Gaye and Tammi Terrell 

Source: ♫ You’re All I Need To Get By ♫ | Filosofa’s Word