Stevie Wonder
A Time 2 Love
A2 Sweetest Somebody I Know 4:31
A3 Moon Blue 6:44
A4 From The Bottom Of My Heart 5:11
B5 Please Don't Hurt My Baby 4:40
B6 How Will I Know 3:39
B7 My Love Is On Fire 6:16
B8 Passionate Raindrops 4:50
C9 Tell Your Heart I Love You 4:30
C10 True Love 3:32
C11 Shelter In The Rain 4:19
C12 So What The Fuss 5:04
D13 Can't Imagine Love Without You 3:45
D14 Positivity (featuring – Aisha Morris) 5:07
D15 A Time To Love 9:17
Written-by, Drums, Keyboards [Bass Sound], Percussion [Shekere], Tambourine, Guitar [Sound], Arranged By [Vocals, Strings], Sequenced By, Programmed By – Stevie Wonder
Label: Motown – 9882-091
Format: 2 x Vinyl, LP, Album
Country: US
Released: 2005
Genre: R&B Electronic, Funk, Soul
Style: Soul, Contemporary R&B
Characters
2 Dark 'n' Lovely 4:39
3 In Your Corner 4:30
4 With Each Beat Of My Heart 5:28
5 One Of A Kind 5:10
6 Skeletons 5:24
7 Get It
Featuring – Michael Jackson
4:31
8 Galaxy Paradise 3:52
9 Cryin' Through The Night 5:48
10 Free 4:12
11 Come Let Me Make Your Love Come Down
Featuring – B.B. King, Stevie Ray Vaughan
5:20
12 My Eyes Don't Cry 7:05
Produced, Arranged, Written-By, Programmed By [Computer & Synthesizer Programming] Stevie Wonder
Label: Motown – MCD06248MD
Format: CD, Album
Country: US
Released: 1987
Genre: R&B Soul, Funk
Style: Eighties Soul, Pop
Conversation Peace
2 Edge Of Eternity 6:04
3 Taboo To Love 4:25
4 Take The Time Out 5:05
Vocals – Ladysmith Black Mambazo
5 I'm New 5:41
Vocals – Deniece Williams, Take 6
6 My Love Is With You 6:16
7 Treat Myself 4:55
8 Tomorrow Robins Will Sing 4:46
9 Sensuous Whisper 5:48
Vocals – Anita Baker
10 For Your Love 5:00
11 Cold Chill 6:54
12 Sorry 6:15
13 Conversation Peace 6:42
Vocals – The Winans
Written-By, Arranged By, Producer – Stevie Wonder
Label: Motown – 314530238-2
Format: CD, Album
Country: US
Released: 1995
Genre: R&B Funk, Soul
Style: Contemporary R&B
Down To Earth
Written-By – B. Wells, Ron Miller
2:59
A2 Bang Bang
Written-By – S. Bond
2:38
A3 Down To Earth
Written-By – A. Vandenberg, Ron Miller, Wm. O'Malley
2:50
A4 Thank You Love
Written-By – H. Cosby, S. Wonder, S. Moy
2:49
A5 Be Cool, Be Calm (And Keep Yourself Together)
Written-By – H. Cosby, S. Wonder, S. Moy
2:51
A6 Sylvia
Written-By – H. Cosby, S. Wonder, S. Moy
2:31
B1 My World Is Empty Without You
Written-By – Holland, Dozier, Holland
2:51
B2 The Lonesome Road
Written-By – G. Austin, N. Shilkret
3:08
B3 Angel Baby (Don't You Ever Leave Me)
Written-By – A. Moy, H. Cosby, S. Moy
2:47
B4 Mr. Tambourine Man
Written-By – B. Dylan
2:34
B5 Sixteen Tons
Written-By – M. Travis
2:50
B6 Hey Love
Written-By – C. Paul, M. Broadnax
2:54
Label: Tamla – S 272
Format: Vinyl, LP, Album
Country: US
Released: 1966
Genre: R&B Soul
Style: Sixties Soul, Motown
Fulfillingness' First Finale
Backing Vocals – Denise Williams, Jim Gilstrap
Bass – Reggie McBride
Congas, Bongos – Bobbye Hall
Guitar – Michael Sembello
3:27
A2 Heaven Is 10 Zillion Light Years Away
Backing Vocals – Larry "Nastyee" Latimer, Paul Anka, Shirley Brewer, Syreeta Wright
5:01
A3 Too Shy To Say
Acoustic Bass – James Jamerson
Pedal Steel Guitar – Sneaky Pete
3:28
A4 Boogie On Reggae Woman
Congas – Rocky
4:55
A5 Creepin'
Backing Vocals – Minnie Riperton
4:19
B1 You Haven't Done Nothin'
Backing Vocals – The Jackson 5
Bass – Reggie McBride
3:20
B2 It Ain't No Use
Backing Vocals – Denise Williams, Lani Groves, Minnie Riperton
3:57
B3 They Won't Go When I Go
Written-By – Yvonne Wright
5:54
B4 Bird Of Beauty
Backing Vocals – Denise Williams, Lani Groves, Shirley Brewer
Cuica [Quica] – Bobbye Hall
3:45
B5 Please Don't Go
Backing Vocals – Denise Williams, Shirley Brewer, The Persuasions
Guitar – Michael Sembello
4:04
Producer, Arranged By, Written-By – Stevie Wonder
Label: Tamla – T6-332S1
Format: Vinyl, LP, Album
Country: US
Released: 1974
Genre: R&B Soul
Style: Seventies Soul, Motown
Hotter Than July
Written by – Stevie Wonder
4:08
A2 All I Do
Written by – Clarence Paul, Morris Broadnax
5:06
A3 Rocket Love
Written by – Stevie Wonder
4:39
A4 I Ain't Gonna Stand For It
Written by – Stevie Wonder
4:45
A5 As If You Read My Mind
Written by – Stevie Wonder
3:36
B1 Master Blaster (Jammin')
Written by – Stevie Wonder
5:08
B2 Do Like You
Written by – Stevie Wonder
4:25
B3 Cash In Your Face
Written by – Stevie Wonder
3:59
B4 Lately
Written by – Stevie Wonder
4:05
B5 Happy Birthday
Written by – Stevie Wonder
5:54
Label: Motown – STMA 8035
Format: Vinyl, LP, Album
Country: UK
Released: 1980
Genre: R&B Soul
Style: Eighties Soul, Disco
Released in 1980, Stevie Wonder’s Hotter Than July is widely regarded as his last true masterpiece, blending funk, reggae, and soul with a positive, socially conscious message. The album features hits like "Master Blaster (Jammin')" and "Happy Birthday," offering a joyous, accessible, and polished pop-soul sound.
The album is considered a "classic" that showcased a, to some, slightly more pop-oriented but still highly skilled, funk-driven sound.
The first six tracks are highly praised, with particular acclaim for "Master Blaster (Jammin')" (a reggae-infused hit), the anti-racism narrative "Cash in Your Face," the tender ballad "Lately," and the energetic tribute "Happy Birthday," which helped campaign for Martin Luther King Jr. Day.
While not as experimental as his 1970s work, the album delivers strong social commentary, including anti-apartheid messages and the fight for racial equality.
Critics and fans generally view it as a 4.8/5 star, high-energy album that stands the test of time, characterized as "one big chunk of happiness".
Hotter Than July is considered essential for fans of Stevie Wonder, soul, and funk, offering a blend of, as one review describes, "great popup, soul or funk".
In A Square Circle
Backing Vocals – Billy Durham, Darryl Phinnessee, Keith John, Melody McCully, Peter Byrne, Philip Bailey, Renee Hardaway, Syreeta Wright
Backing Vocals, Lead Vocals [Additional] – Luther Vandross
4:09
A2 I Love You Too Much
Percussion – Stevie Wonder
5:30
A3 Whereabouts
Backing Vocals – Darryl Phinnessee, Deniece Williams, Howard Smith, Keith John
Piano – Stevie Wonder
4:17
A4 Stranger On The Shore Of Love
Accordion, Harpsichord – Stevie Wonder
5:01
A5 Never In Your Sun
Harmonica, Percussion – Stevie Wonder
4:07
B1 Spiritual Walkers
Backing Vocals – Carolyn Garrett, Cheta Akins, Janice Moore, Kay Gibbs, Ruthell Holmes, Valencia Cox
Backing Vocals, Percussion – Stevie Wonder
Saxophone – Bob Malach
Synthesizer – Edwin Birdsong
Trumpet – Larry Gittens
5:12
B2 Land Of La La
Backing Vocals – Renee Hardaway
Backing Vocals, Electric Piano, Percussion – Stevie Wonder
Guitar – Ben Bridges, Rick Zunigar
5:14
B3 Go Home
Saxophone – Bob Malach
Trumpet – Larry Gittens
5:18
B4 Overjoyed
Arranged By [Strings] – Paul Riser
Guitar – Earl Klugh
Piano, Programmed By [Environmental Percussion] – Stevie Wonder
3:42
B5 It's Wrong (Apartheid)
Backing Vocals – Fana Kekana, Linda Bottoman-Tshabalala, Lorraine Mahlangu-Richards, Muntu Mvuyana, Musa Dludla, Thandeka Ngono-Raasch, Tsepo Mokone
Backing Vocals, Percussion – Stevie Wonder
Written by Stevie Wonder
Label: Tamla – 6134TL
Format: Vinyl, LP, Album
Country: US
Released: 1985
Genre: R&B Soul, Funk
Style: Eighties Soul, Synth-pop
Innervisions
A2 Visions 5:17
A3 Living For The City 7:26
A4 Golden Lady 5:00
B1 Higher Ground 3:54
B2 Jesus Children Of America 4:04
B3 All In Love Is Fair 3:45
B4 Don't You Worry 'Bout A Thing 4:55
B5 He's Misstra Know-It-All 6:06
Label: Tamla – T 326L
Format: Vinyl, LP, Album
Country: US
Released: 1973
Genre: R&B Soul
Style: Soul, Motown
Innervisions is Stevie Wonder's highly acclaimed sixteenth studio album, which marked his full transition from a Motown child prodigy to a mature, socially conscious artist with complete creative control. Widely considered a masterpiece, the album is celebrated for its innovative blend of musical styles and its deep, complex lyrical themes.
The album is an amalgam of soul, funk, jazz, rock, Latin rhythms, and reggae influences. It made groundbreaking use of synthesizers, particularly the revolutionary T.O.N.T.O. (The Original New Timbral Orchestra) system, which heavily influenced the future sound of commercial soul and Black music.
Wonder wrote, produced, and arranged almost all the songs, and famously played nearly all the instruments on most tracks, showcasing his virtuosic talent on keyboards, drums, harmonica, and more.
The nine-track album is known for its powerful and poetic lyrics that tackle serious social and political issues of early 1970s America.
Innervisions was a critical and commercial success, peaking at number four on the Billboard Pop LPs chart and winning Album of the Year at the 16th Grammy Awards, the first time a Black artist had won the award.
It is consistently ranked among the greatest albums of all time, including at number 34 on Rolling Stone's "The 500 Greatest Albums of All Time" list in 2020. Its enduring relevance and artistic scope continue to inspire musicians across genres.
(Review provided by Soulyears.com)
Music Of My Mind
Trombone, Soloist – Art Baron
Written-By – S. Wonder, S. Wright 7:21
A2 Superwoman
Guitar, Soloist – Buzzy Feiton
Written-By – S. Wonder 8:04
A3 I Love Every Little Thing About You
Written-By – S. Wonder 3:46
A4 Sweet Little Girl
Written-By – S. Wonder 4:54
B1 Happier Than The Morning Sun
Written-By – S. Wonder 5:18
B2 Girl Blue
Written-By – S. Wonder, Y. Wright 3:35
B3 Seems So Long
Written-By – S. Wonder 4:27
B4 Keep On Running
Written-By – S. Wonder 6:35
B5 Evil
Written-By – S. Wonder, Y. Wright 3:35
Label: Tamla – T 314L
Format: Vinyl, LP, Album
Country: US
Released: 1972
Genre: R&B Soul
Style: Seventies Soul, Electronic
Stevie Wonder's Music of My Mind (1972) is a landmark album, hailed as his creative rebirth where he gained full artistic control, showcasing genius fusion of funk, soul, jazz with pioneering synthesizer use (TONTO), and deeper social commentary, starting his legendary 70s run with reflective tracks like "Superwoman" alongside upbeat funk, even if some critics noted occasional self-indulgence or slower moments amidst its groundbreaking sound.
This was the first album under his new Motown deal, giving him unprecedented control and paving the way for his classic era. He pioneered the use of synthesizers (TONTO), blending them seamlessly with funk, R&B, and jazz for a unique, expansive sound.
The album moves beyond simple love songs, incorporating deep personal reflections (marriage struggles) and social commentary (like in "Evil").
It features rich harmonic sophistication, intricate arrangements, and a powerful, expressive vocal performance, with Stevie playing most instruments.
Acclaimed as a creative peak, proving R&B's artistic depth, though it wasn't a massive initial commercial hit, it laid the groundwork for future blockbusters.
My Cherie Amour
Written-By – H. Cosby, S. Wonder, S. Moy
2:54
A2 Hello Young Lovers
Written-By – O. Hammerstein, R. Rodgers
3:05
A3 At Last
Written-By – H. Warren, M. Gordon
2:51
A4 Light My Fire
Written-By – Morrison, Densmore, Manzarek, Krieger
3:25
A5 The Shadow Of Your Smile
Written-By – J. Mandel, P. Webster
2:41
A6 You And Me
Written-By – B. Verdi, D. Richards
2:45
B1 Pearl
Written-By – Richard Morris
2:42
B2 Somebody Knows, Somebody Cares
Written-By – H. Cosby, L. Hardaway, S. Wonder, S. Moy
2:33
B3 Yester-Me, Yester-You, Yesterday
Written-By – B. Wells, Ron Miller
2:57
B4 Angie Girl
Written-By – H. Cosby, S. Wonder, S. Moy
2:56
B5 Give Your Love
Written-By – D. Hunter, H. Cosby, S. Wonder
3:15
B6 I've Got You
Written-By – S. Wonder, S. Moy
2:35
Label: Tamla – S-296
Format: Vinyl, LP, Album
Country: US
Released: 1969
Genre: R&B Soul
Style: Sixties Soul, Motown
Signed Sealed and Delivered
Written-By – H. Cosby, S. Wonder, S. Moy
2:59
A2 We Can Work It Out
Written-By – J. Lennon, P. McCartney
3:05
A3 Signed, Sealed, Delivered I'm Yours
Written-By – L. Garrett, L. Hardaway, S. Wonder, S. Wright
2:46
A4 Heaven Help Us All
Written-By – R. Miller
2:59
A5 You Can't Judge A Book By Its Cover
Written-By – H. Cosby, S. Wonder, S. Moy
2:32
A6 Sugar
Written-By – D. Hunter, S. Wonder
2:51
B1 Don't Wonder Why
Written-By – L. Caston
4:45
B2 Anything You Want Me To Do
Written-By – D. Hunter, L. Hardaway, P. Riser, S. Wonder
2:24
B3 I Can't Let My Heaven Walk Away
Written-By – J. Hinton, P. Sawyer
2:50
B4 Joy (Takes Over Me)
Written-By – B. Browner
2:25
B5 I Gotta Have A Song
Written-By – D. Hunter, L. Hardaway, P. Riser, S. Wonder
2:32
B6 Something To Say
Written-By – D. Hunter, S. Wonder
3:15
Label: Tamla – TS304
Format: Vinyl, LP, Album
Country: US
Released: 1970
Genre: R&B Soul
Style: Seventies Soul, Motown
Songs In The Key Of Life
1-02 Have A Talk With God 2:42
1-03 Village Ghetto Land 3:25
1-04 Contusion 3:45
1-05 Sir Duke 3:52
1-06 I Wish 4:12
1-07 Knocks Me Off My Feet 3:35
1-08 Pastime Paradise 3:20
1-09 Summer Soft 4:16
1-10 Ordinary Pain 6:22
1-11 Saturn 4:54
1-12 Ebony Eyes 4:10
2-01 Isn't She Lovely 6:33
2-02 Joy Inside My Tears 6:29
2-03 Black Man 8:29
2-04 Ngiculela - Es Una Historia - I Am Singing 3:48
2-05 If It's Magic 3:11
2-06 As 7:07
2-07 Another Star 8:19
2-08 All Day Sucker 5:06
2-09 Easy Goin' Evening (My Mama's Call) 3:58
Label: Tamla – T13-340C2
Format: 2 x Vinyl, LP, Album
Country: US
Released: 1976
Genre: R&B Soul
Style: Seventies Soul, Fusion
Talking Book
Backing Vocals – Gloria Barley, Jim Gilstrap, Lani Groves
Bass – Scott Edwards
Congas – Daniel Ben Zebulon
Written-By – Stevie Wonder 2:45
A2 Maybe Your Baby
Guitar – Ray Parker, Jr.
Written-By – Stevie Wonder 6:45
A3 You And I
Written-By – Stevie Wonder
4:39
A4 Tuesday Heartbreak
Alto Saxophone [Alto Solo] – Dave Sanborn
Backing Vocals – Deniece Williams, Shirley Brewer
Written-By – Stevie Wonder 3:09
A5 You've Got It Bad Girl
Backing Vocals – Jim Gilstrap, Lani Groves
Congas – Daniel Ben Zebulon
Written-By – Stevie Wonder, Yvonne Wright 4:55
B1 Superstition
Saxophone [Sax] – Trevor Laurence
Trumpet – Steve Madaio
Written-By – Stevie Wonder 4:40
B2 Big Brother
Written-By – Stevie Wonder 3:35
B3 Blame It On The Sun
Backing Vocals – Jim Gilstrap, Lani Groves
Written-By – Stevie Wonder, Syreeta Wright 3:28
B4 Lookin' For Another Pure Love
Backing Vocals – Debra Wilson, Loris Harvin, Shirley Brewer
Lead Guitar [Lead Guitars] – Buzzy Feiten, Jeff Beck
Written-By – Stevie Wonder 4:45
B5 I Believe (When I Fall In Love It Will Be Forever)
Written-By – Stevie Wonder 4:48
Label: Tamla – T 319L DJ
Format: Vinyl, LP, Album
Country: US
Released: 1972
Genre: R&B Soul
Style: Soul, Motown
Stevie Wonder's 1972 album Talking Book is a universally acclaimed masterpiece, often cited as the beginning of his "classic period," praised for its innovative sound, artistic autonomy, and powerful blend of personal love songs with sharp social commentary.
The album is a pivotal work in 70s soul and R&B, celebrated for its timeless appeal and visionary use of synthesizers.
Critics and fans widely regard Talking Book as one of the greatest albums of all time, a work that solidified Wonder's genius as a singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist.
The album was a breakthrough, marking Wonder's newfound artistic freedom from Motown's rigid "hit factory" system, allowing him to write, produce, and play most instruments himself. This autonomy resulted in a more personal and experimental sound.
Wonder's innovative use of electronic instruments like the TONTO synthesizer and Hohner clavinet created a unique sonic landscape that was far ahead of its time and still feels fresh today. This approach helped break the myth that R&B artists couldn't appeal to rock audiences.
Standout Tracks:
"Superstition": Iconic, funky, and instantly recognizable.
"You Are the Sunshine of My Life": A tender, beloved love ballad.
"Big Brother": A pointed, conscious critique of systemic oppression.
"Blame It on the Sun": An emotionally raw and regretful track.
In essence, Talking Book isn't just an album; it's a pivotal moment where Stevie Wonder fully unleashed his vision, creating a rich, soulful, and groundbreaking sonic world that remains essential listening
The Woman in Red Soundtrack
Backing Vocals – Abdoulaye Soumare, Bradley Buxer, Bruce Connole, Dennis Morrison, James Allen, Larry Gittens, Timothy Hardaway
Synthesizer, Drums, Vocals, Backing Vocals – Stevie Wonder
4:38
A2 Dionne Warwick & Stevie Wonder– It's You
Arranged By [Strings] – Jeremy Lubbock
Bass – Nathan Watts
Drums – James Allen
Piano, Synthesizer, Harmonica, Electric Piano [Kerzweil 250] – Stevie Wonder
4:56
A3 No Artist– It's More Than You (Instrumental)
Bass – Nathan Watts
Guitar – Ben Bridges
Piano, Synthesizer, Drums – Isaiah Sanders
Synthesizer – Stevie Wonder
3:15
A4 Stevie Wonder– I Just Called To Say I Love You
Synthesizer, Vocoder, Drums, Organ [Yamaha Fx20], Vocals – Stevie Wonder
6:17
B1 Stevie Wonder– Love Light In Flight
Backing Vocals – Antoinette Wood, Finis Henderson, III, Gene VanBuren, Judy Cheeks, Lynn Davis, Portia Griffin, Susaye Greene, Windy Barnes
Congas – Lenny Castro
Synthesizer, Drums, Vocals – Stevie Wonder
6:54
B2 Dionne Warwick– Moments Aren't Moments
Synthesizer [Synclavier], Drums, Electric Piano [Kerzweil 250] – Stevie Wonder
Trumpet – Larry Gittens
4:33
B3 Dionne Warwick & Stevie Wonder– Weakness
Backing Vocals – Alex Brown, Lynn Davis, Windy Barnes
Bass – Nathan Watts
Drums – James Allen
Piano, Synthesizer – Stevie Wonder
Saxophone – Bob Malach
Synthesizer – Isaiah Sanders
4:13
B4 Stevie Wonder– Don't Drive Drunk 6:33
Written-By, Arranged By, Producer – Stevie Wonder
Label: Motown – 6108ML
Format: Vinyl, LP, Album
Country: US
Released: 1984
Genre: R&B Soul, Funk
Style: Contemporary R&B, Soundtrack
Where I'm Coming From
A2 Do Yourself A Favor 5:58
A3 Think Of Me As Your Soldier 3:30
A4 Something Out Of The Blue 2:58
A5 If You Really Love Me 2:56
B1 I Wanna Talk To You 5:10
B2 Take Up A Course In Happiness 3:03
B3 Never Dreamed You'd Leave In Summer 2:53
B4 Sunshine In Their Eyes 7:00
Written-By – Wonder (tracks: A1 - B4), Wright (tracks: A1 - B4)
Label: Tamla Motown – STML 11183
Format: Vinyl, LP, Album
Country: UK
Released: 1971
Genre: R&B Soul
Style: Seventies Soul, Motown