Stevie Wonder's Journey Through "The Secret Life of Plants"
Stevie Wonder · 1979
89 min · 20 tracks · funk · jazz · R&B
A lush, experimental tapestry blending jazz, funk, and soul with themes of nature and spirituality.
Why listen to this
- Best for
- lush soundscapes inviting exploration meditative moments for deep reflection nature-inspired themes for tranquility
- Context
- Released in 1979, this album marked Stevie Wonder's first foray into the realm of film soundtracks following his successful run in the 1970s with hits like 'Songs in the Key of Life'. Positioned as a unique conceptual project, it showcased Wonder's ambition to merge music with environmental themes. At this time, he was solidifying his status as a musical innovator while exploring new artistic territories.
- If you like
- funk, jazz, R&B
Stevie Wonder's Journey Through "The Secret Life of Plants" is an album by Stevie Wonder, released in 1979. A lush, experimental tapestry blending jazz, funk, and soul with themes of nature and spirituality. The album received mixed reviews upon release but has since been recognized for its ambitious scope and exploration of environmental consciousness, influencing artists within the soul and funk genres. It has been particularly noted for its instrumental tracks and complex arrangements, which challenged conventional songwriting norms during the late 1970s. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Stevie Wonder's Journey Through "The Secret Life of Plants" sound like?
A lush, experimental tapestry blending jazz, funk, and soul with themes of nature and spirituality. Rooted in funk and jazz.
What makes Stevie Wonder's Journey Through "The Secret Life of Plants" by Stevie Wonder notable?
The album received mixed reviews upon release but has since been recognized for its ambitious scope and exploration of environmental consciousness, influencing artists within the soul and funk genres. It has been particularly noted for its instrumental tracks and complex arrangements, which challenged conventional songwriting norms during the late 1970s. Released in 1979, this album marked Stevie Wonder's first foray into the realm of film soundtracks following his successful run in the 1970s with hits like 'Songs in the Key of Life'. Positioned as a unique conceptual project, it showcased Wonder's ambition to merge music with environmental themes. At this time, he was solidifying his status as a musical innovator while exploring new artistic territories.
Who is Stevie Wonder's Journey Through "The Secret Life of Plants" for?
Stevie Wonder's Journey Through "The Secret Life of Plants" works well if you're into lush soundscapes inviting exploration, meditative moments for deep reflection and nature-inspired themes for tranquility.
How many songs are on Stevie Wonder's Journey Through "The Secret Life of Plants"?
Stevie Wonder's Journey Through "The Secret Life of Plants" has 20 tracks, running approximately 89 minutes.
Tracklist
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Disc 1
- 1 Earth’s Creation 4:06
- 2 The First Garden 2:32
- 3 Voyage to India 6:30
- 4 Same Old Story Standout 3:44
- 5 Venus’ Flytrap and the Bug 2:25
- 6 Ai No Sono 2:05
- 7 Seasons 2:54
- 8 Power Flower Standout 5:30
- 9 Send One Your Love (instrumental) 3:05
- 10 Race Babbling 8:52
Disc 2
- 1 Send One Your Love Standout 4:02
- 2 Outside My Window 5:29
- 3 Black Orchid 3:47
- 4 Ecclesiastes 3:48
- 5 Kesse Ye Lolo de Ye 2:59
- 6 Come Back as a Flower 4:58
- 7 A Seed’s a Star - Tree (medley) 5:54
- 8 The Secret Life of Plants 4:16
- 9 Tree 5:47
- 10 Finale 7:02
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