[For Beginners] Songs in the Key of Love: A Collection of Stevie Wonder’s Masterpieces

Dear DukeStevie Wonder

Stevie Wonder – Sir Duke

This is a piece Stevie Wonder created in memory of the late Duke Ellington, and the lyrics mention many jazz musicians.

With its catchy, upbeat, poppy rhythm, it’s sure to be a hit at karaoke.

There’s a section in the middle where the pitch is tricky, so be careful when you sing it.

I Was Made To Love HerStevie Wonder

Stevie Wonder – I Was Made To Love Her

This song—known in Japanese as “Aisuru Ano Ko ni”—is said to be the one that led to Stevie Wonder being recognized as a singer-songwriter.

It’s believed he wrote it for his first love, and reportedly finished it in just ten minutes when he was only 16.

With its driving feel, soulful vocals, and catchy melody, it can rightly be called a classic of soul music.

Lookin For Another Pure LoveStevie Wonder

Stevie Wonder – Lookin For Another Pure Love

A classic track included on the album “Talking Book,” released in 1972 by Stevie Wonder from the United States.

With a poignant vocal delivery, it vividly and poppily portrays the pain of heartbreak and the longing for new love.

On this record, Wonder achieved musical maturity and captivated audiences with a universal appeal that transcended the boundaries of R&B.

It also garnered support from rock listeners, reaching No.

3 on the pop album chart and No.

1 on the R&B album chart.

At the Grammy Awards, two songs from the album won across three categories, earning high acclaim.

It’s a recommended piece for anyone who resonates with the journey of searching for pure love.

Ma Cherie AmourStevie Wonder

*Stevie Wonder – Ma Cherie Amour *

A classic from 1969 and his early days.

It’s a romantic song that leaves me spellbound every time I hear it.

I used to think it was a song from his more mature years, but apparently Stevie wrote it when he was 16.

Geniuses really are different from the rest of us.

Stay GoldStevie Wonder

Stevie Wonder – Stay Gold Lyrics

A coming-of-age ballad that exquisitely captures a bittersweet yet endearing sense of nostalgia.

Memories come rushing back all at once.

When he looks back on the past, everything seems to sparkle.

He must have lived such a rich life.

Superwoman (Where Were You When I Needed You)Stevie Wonder

Superwoman (Where Were You When I Needed You)

Included on Stevie Wonder’s 1972 album “Talking Book” and released as a single, this song is an epic piece whose album version runs a full eight minutes.

It’s a grand, two-part composition that effectively links two entirely different songs under the same lyrical theme.

It seems to have been a particularly meaningful piece for him, but unsurprisingly it didn’t really catch on with the general public.

Christmas TimeStevie Wonder

Stevie Wonder – Christmas Time

Alongside Marvin Gaye and Donny Hathaway, Stevie Wonder helped energize the musical genre known as New Soul.

He’s an artist with extremely high name recognition in Japan as well, so many of you may already be familiar with him.

When it comes to Stevie Wonder’s Christmas songs, “Someday at Christmas” is probably the best-known.

Of course, that’s a wonderful song, but “Christmas Time” is also highly recommended.

Its relaxed tempo makes it a great pick for jazz lovers too.

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