Stevie Wonder Popular Song Ranking [2026]

Heaven Help Us AllStevie Wonder57rank/position

Heaven Help Us All

Speaking of Stevie Wonder, he is well known as someone who is actively involved in peace work, such as being appointed a UN Peace Ambassador.

This song expresses Stevie Wonder’s strong wish for world peace.

Throughout the piece, it conveys a prayer that people suffering around the world will be saved, and because the portrayal of those who suffer is so concrete, it may prompt listeners to turn their eyes to the world.

Along with learning about the sorrow overflowing in the world, the song also carries a warmth that makes you want to hope for a peaceful world.

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I Ain’t Gonna Stand for ItStevie Wonder58rank/position

Stevie Wonder – I Ain’t Gonna Stand For it

Since the 1980s, Stevie Wonder’s music has tended to take on a more pop-oriented flavor, and this song could be considered emblematic of that shift.

It’s a pop song that traces a well-crafted melodic line without relying much on belting high notes.

After the final chorus, however, he suddenly flips the script and begins singing in soaring high tones…

As a result, the vocal range he uses in this track spans over two and a half octaves (even many professional singers typically command around two octaves).

Incidentally, Eric Clapton has covered this song.

I Don’t Know Why I Love YouStevie Wonder59rank/position

Stevie Wonder – Don’t Know Why I Love You

A track recorded when Stevie Wonder was 18 years old.

His mother, Lula Mae Hardaway, was involved in its production.

It has been covered by artists such as The Jackson 5 and The Brand New Heavies, and was sampled in Thatmanmonkz’s 2012 track of the same name.

If You really love meStevie Wonder60rank/position

Stevie Wonder – If You Really Love Me (The Definitive Collection, 2002)

This is a track from the 1971 album “Where I’m Coming From.” The energy of youth bursts forth—it’s great, almost dazzling.

It’s a number that conveys tremendous momentum.

Although it’s from a period when Stevie was still searching for his own path, you can catch glimpses of the breakthrough to come.

Syreeta Wright’s chorus is overflowing with vitality and is really wonderful.

It Ain’t No UseStevie Wonder61rank/position

Stevie Wonder – It Ain’t No Use

I think this is something of a hidden favorite.

That sense of aching frustration is great.

The chorus featuring Minnie Riperton is wonderful, too.

It’s truly a great song! I also love this kind of restrained track from him.

You can see the more mature Stevie here.

I’ve heard cover versions as well, but personally, I still want to hear it sung by Stevie.

Joy Inside My TearsStevie Wonder62rank/position

Joy Inside My Tears

This song, featured on the album “Songs in the Key of Life,” is a mature love ballad whose rich, string-like backing sets the stage for Stevie Wonder’s compelling vocals that resonate deeply.

In the latter part of the track, his ad-libbing builds and intensifies as he repeats the same theme at length, creating a profoundly moving effect.

Jungle FeverStevie Wonder63rank/position

Jungle Fever

This is the theme song from Spike Lee’s film “Jungle Fever.” The movie itself wasn’t much of a hit, but the theme song was classic Stevie.

It lived up to expectations.

It feels like, “Here’s what Stevie sounds like in the ’90s.” It’s a fresh approach that matched the times, so I’d love for everyone to give it a listen.