Stevie Wonder
The essential Stevie Wonder records, ranked — where to start and what to reach for next.
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1Talking BookStevie WonderStart here
Talking Book
Where Wonder's classic period truly opens up, home to 'Superstition' and 'You Are the Sunshine of My Life'. Warm, funky and melodically rich. A perfect entry to his run of 1970s masterpieces.
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2Songs in the Key of LifeStevie WonderEssential
Songs in the Key of Life
A double album of staggering range and generosity, the centrepiece of Wonder's golden run. Funk, jazz, ballads and social commentary all sit comfortably together. Exhaustive, joyous and essential.
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3Music of My MindStevie WonderClassic
Music of My Mind
The album where Wonder seized creative control, all synths and invention. Bold and beloved. A turning point.
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4InnervisionsStevie WonderClassic
Innervisions
Tight, visionary and politically charged, blending synth-funk with social realism on tracks like 'Living for the City'. Wonder plays much of it himself. A peak of the singer-songwriter-as-one-man-band ideal.
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5Fulfillingness' First FinaleStevie WonderClassic
Fulfillingness' First Finale
A reflective, funky peak of his classic run. Warm and acclaimed. A high point.
- Superstition from Talking Book · on Best Songs of the 1970s, Best Soul & R&B Songs of All Time, Best 1970s Soul & R&B Songs
- Living for the City from Innervisions · on Best 1970s Soul & R&B Songs
Tracks we've featured in our best-of lists — tap a title to find it on Amazon Music.