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Stevie Wonder's Original Musiquarium I

Stevie Wonder · 1982

86 min · 16 tracks · funk · jazz · R&B

A vibrant blend of soul, funk, and pop showcasing Stevie Wonder's unparalleled vocal and instrumental mastery.

Why listen to this

Best for
sing-along anthems with friends joyful grooves for celebrations cathartic dance floor moments
Context
By 1982, Stevie Wonder was at a pivotal point in his career, following the commercial success of his 1976 album 'Songs in the Key of Life'. 'Original Musiquarium I' is a compilation that highlights his greatest hits from the early 1970s to early 1980s, solidifying his legacy as a leading figure in R&B and pop music.
If you like
funk, jazz, R&B

Stevie Wonder's Original Musiquarium I is an album by Stevie Wonder, released in 1982. A vibrant blend of soul, funk, and pop showcasing Stevie Wonder's unparalleled vocal and instrumental mastery. 'Original Musiquarium I' achieved significant commercial success, reaching No. 3 on the Billboard 200 and earning a Grammy Award for Best Pop Vocal Album. This compilation not only showcases Wonder's most impactful tracks but also serves as a testament to his influence on subsequent artists within the soul and R&B genres. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

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What does Stevie Wonder's Original Musiquarium I sound like?

A vibrant blend of soul, funk, and pop showcasing Stevie Wonder's unparalleled vocal and instrumental mastery. Rooted in funk and jazz.

What makes Stevie Wonder's Original Musiquarium I by Stevie Wonder notable?

'Original Musiquarium I' achieved significant commercial success, reaching No. 3 on the Billboard 200 and earning a Grammy Award for Best Pop Vocal Album. This compilation not only showcases Wonder's most impactful tracks but also serves as a testament to his influence on subsequent artists within the soul and R&B genres. By 1982, Stevie Wonder was at a pivotal point in his career, following the commercial success of his 1976 album 'Songs in the Key of Life'. 'Original Musiquarium I' is a compilation that highlights his greatest hits from the early 1970s to early 1980s, solidifying his legacy as a leading figure in R&B and pop music.

Who is Stevie Wonder's Original Musiquarium I for?

Stevie Wonder's Original Musiquarium I works well if you're into sing-along anthems with friends, joyful grooves for celebrations and cathartic dance floor moments.

How many songs are on Stevie Wonder's Original Musiquarium I?

Stevie Wonder's Original Musiquarium I has 16 tracks, running approximately 86 minutes.

Tracklist

16 tracks·86:01

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

Disc 1

  • 1 Superstition Standout 4:26
  • 2 You Haven’t Done Nothin’ 3:29
  • 3 Living for the City Standout 7:25
  • 4 Front Line 5:57
  • 5 Superwoman (Where Were You When I Needed You) 7:58
  • 6 Send One Your Love 4:01
  • 7 You Are the Sunshine of My Life 2:50
  • 8 Ribbon in the Sky 5:39

Disc 2

  • 1 Higher Ground 3:47
  • 2 Sir Duke Standout 3:52
  • 3 Master Blaster (Jammin’) 5:07
  • 4 Boogie On Reggae Woman 4:55
  • 5 That Girl 5:13
  • 6 I Wish 4:13
  • 7 Isn’t She Lovely 6:33
  • 8 Do I Do 10:30

Release Date

May 4, 1982

Genre

funk, jazz

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Artist Origin

Ghana

Runtime

86 min 1 sec