Stevie Wonder

funk, jazz, soul

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"Rich harmonies interlace with rhythmic grooves, creating a dense yet fluid sonic tapestry that pulses with life."

Quick Start

A good place to start with Stevie Wonder is…

Music of My Mind

1972

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Career Arc

Stevie Wonder's discography from 1962 to 2016

1962 1989 2016

Tribute to Uncle Ray (1962) The Jazz Soul of Little S... (1962) Contract On Love / Sunset (1962) I Call It Pretty Music, b... (1962) Little Water Boy (1962) Recorded Live: The 12 Yea... (1963) With a Song in My Heart (1963) Fingertips (1963) Workout Stevie, Workout (1963) Stevie at the Beach (1964) Hey Harmonica Man (1964) Castles in the Sand (1964) Happy Street (1964) Uptight (Everything's Alr... (1965) Kiss Me Baby (1965) Down to Earth (1966) Up Tight (1966) A Place in the Sun (1966) Nothing's Too Good for My... (1966) Someday at Christmas (1967)

Stevie Wonder’s significance lies in his ability to transform personal experience into universal anthems, captivating audiences across generations.

Stevie Wonder’s significance lies in his ability to transform personal experience into universal anthems, captivating audiences across generations. His music has become a touchstone for emotional expression and social consciousness, influencing countless artists while reshaping expectations of what popular music can convey. By weaving intricate narratives into danceable grooves, he invites listeners to celebrate both joy and struggle, fostering a sense of community through shared sentiment. Wonder’s approach is marked by an intuitive blend of spontaneity and craftsmanship, often harnessing the latest technological advancements in music production to create rich, immersive soundscapes. His use of synthesizers and innovative layering techniques allows him to push the envelope of studio recording, crafting music that feels alive and vibrant. Each track reveals a deep connection to rhythm and melody, generating a sonic environment where complexity meets accessibility. Lyrically, Wonder frequently explores themes of love, social justice, and self-discovery, employing a voice that balances sincerity with playful irony. His storytelling often invites listeners into reflective moments while maintaining an uplifting tone. This juxtaposition creates an engaging narrative texture that resonates deeply with diverse audiences.

Full discography

Stevie Wonder's albums in order, from earliest releases to latest.

87 releases • 39 albums • 1962–2016

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Albums ()

The Best of Stevie Wonder

2005

The Complete Stevie Wonder

2005

A Time to Love

2005

The Definitive Collection

2002

At the Close of a Century

1999

Song Review: A Greatest Hits Collection

1996

Natural Wonder

1995

Conversation Peace

1995

Jungle Fever

1991

Characters

1987

In Square Circle

1985

The Woman in Red

1984

Stevie Wonder's Original Musiquarium I

1982

Hotter than July

1980

Stevie Wonder's Journey Through "The Secret Life of Plants"

1979

Looking Back

1977

Songs in the Key of Life

1976

Fulfillingness' First Finale

1974

Innervisions

1973

Talking Book

1972

Music of My Mind

1972

Stevie Wonder's Greatest Hits Vol. 2

1971

Where I'm Coming From

1971

Signed, Sealed and Delivered

1970

Live at the Talk of the Town

1970

Stevie Wonder Live

1970

My Cherie Amour

1969

Greatest Hits

1968

Eivets Rednow

1968

For Once in My Life

1968

Someday at Christmas

1967

I Was Made to Love Her

1967

Down to Earth

1966

Up Tight

1966

Stevie at the Beach

1964

Recorded Live: The 12 Year Old Genius

1963

With a Song in My Heart

1963

Tribute to Uncle Ray

1962

The Jazz Soul of Little Stevie

1962

Singles ()

Faith

2016

All About the Love Again

2009

From the Bottom of My Heart

2006

For Your Love

1995

Get It

1988

Go Home

1985

Overjoyed

1985

Part-Time Lover

1985

Love Light in Flight

1984

I Just Called to Say I Love You

1984

Don't Drive Drunk

1984

Ribbon in the Sky

1982

That Girl

1981

Lately

1981

Happy Birthday

1981

I Ain't Gonna Stand for It

1980

Master Blaster

1980

Send One Your Love

1979

As / Contusion

1977

Sir Duke

1977

I Wish

1976

Isn't She Lovely

1976

Boogie On Reggae Woman

1974

He's Misstra Know-It-All

1974

Don't You Worry 'bout a Thing

1974

Living for the City

1973

Higher Ground / Too High

1973

You Are the Sunshine of My Life

1973

Superstition

1972

Superwoman (Where Were You When I Needed You)

1972

If You Really Love Me / Think of Me As Your Soldier

1971

Heaven Help Us All

1970

Signed, Sealed, Delivered I'm Yours

1970

Never Had a Dream Come True

1970

Yester-Me, Yester-You, Yesterday / I'd Be a Fool Right Now

1969

Shoo-Be-Doo-Be-Doo-Da-Day

1968

A Place in the Sun

1966

Nothing's Too Good for My Baby / With a Child's Heart

1966

Uptight (Everything's Alright)

1965

Kiss Me Baby

1965

Hey Harmonica Man

1964

Castles in the Sand

1964

Happy Street

1964

Fingertips

1963

Workout Stevie, Workout

1963

Contract On Love / Sunset

1962

I Call It Pretty Music, but the Old People Call It the Blues

1962

Little Water Boy

1962

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Timeline

How their sound evolved over time

Tribute to Uncle Ray (1962)

The Jazz Soul of Lit... (1962)

Recorded Live: The 1... (1963)

With a Song in My He... (1963)

Stevie at the Beach (1964)

Down to Earth (1966)

Up Tight (1966)

Someday at Christmas (1967)

I Was Made to Love H... (1967)

Eivets Rednow (1968)

For Once in My Life (1968)

Greatest Hits (1968)

My Cherie Amour (1969)

Signed, Sealed and D... (1970)

Live at the Talk of... (1970)

Stevie Wonder Live (1970)

Where I'm Coming Fro... (1971)

Stevie Wonder's Grea... (1971)

Music of My Mind (1972)

Talking Book (1972)

Innervisions (1973)

Fulfillingness' Firs... (1974)

Songs in the Key of... (1976)

Looking Back (1977)

Stevie Wonder's Journey Through "The Secret Life of Plants"

Stevie Wonder's Jour... (1979)

Hotter than July (1980)

Stevie Wonder's Orig... (1982)

The Woman in Red (1984)

In Square Circle (1985)

Characters (1987)

Jungle Fever (1991)

Natural Wonder (1995)

Conversation Peace (1995)

Song Review: A Great... (1996)

At the Close of a Ce... (1999)

The Definitive Colle... (2002)

The Best of Stevie W... (2005)

The Complete Stevie... (2005)

A Time to Love (2005)

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Stevie Wonder sound like?

Rich harmonies interlace with rhythmic grooves, creating a dense yet fluid sonic tapestry that pulses with life. Rooted in funk and jazz. Start with Songs in the Key of Life.

What is the best Stevie Wonder album to start with?

The best album to start with is "Songs in the Key of Life" (1976). It's the most representative of what makes Stevie Wonder worth hearing.

Who is Stevie Wonder for?

If you're into funk and jazz, Stevie Wonder is worth your time. Rich harmonies interlace with rhythmic grooves, creating a dense yet fluid sonic tapestry that pulses with life.

How many albums does Stevie Wonder have?

Stevie Wonder has 87 releases in their discography, including 39 albums.

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