Artists Who Changed Music: Stevie Wonder

[@Producelikeapro]

Which other artists would you like to see us cover in this series?

[@theknightsofawesomeness2701]

Jimi Hendrix

[@chrisknowles64]

A Band called Death.

[@guitarvilla.]

Jason Mraz

[@tqujohnson5183]

Prince

[@johan.svensson]

Kate Bush.

[@090nj2]

I truly think Stevie wonder is the greatest artist of all time

[@Producelikeapro]

It’s right up there for me in the Top 3!

[@altbouch]

Hey Warren. Blue Oyster Cult opened for Stevie Wonder in the early days of our career. Superstition was his hit at the time. He was a great performer and I have many stories about his show but the most impressive thing about him took place 10 years later. After the tour was over we took on a short flight to Laguardia and I sat next to him on the plane. We talked about many personal things and music of course. 10 years later I was having dinner with my wife in lower Manhattan and I noticed Stevie in a booth across the room. I took her over to meet him. I said "Hi Stevie. It's Albert Bouchard from Blue Oyster Cult and this is my wife Caryn." He said, "He said. Hi Albert great to see you again. Are you still living in Queens?" We had a great little chat and I was blown away that he remembered what we talked on that half hour flight ten years earlier. He really is a genius.

[@WromWrom]

Thank you for your art, sir. I suppose this will be my only chance ever to thank you. (what's the emoji for "bowing in gratitude"?) 🙏

[@Producelikeapro]

Thanks ever so much Albert for your amazing comment my friend!! I hope you're doing well!

[@davidallenhammond2777]

Thanks for sharing this Albert. I've always assumed he was a super sweet person.

[@HitTheRoadMusicStudio]

Wonderful Memories Albert, thank you for sharing, this is heart warming!

[@evanjames8748]

Is anyone else blown away by how humble Albert Bouchard is with this comment; additionally how humble SW is with this memory? This is the coolest comment I have read on KZbin in a very long time. Thank you for sharing!!

[@stephenhanson3309]

i am sure someone already said this. he not only changed music, he changed culture

[@Producelikeapro]

Agreed 100%!

[@TravelWithMe-ki3bw]

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[@TravelWithMe-ki3bw]

Let s. Go😂❤❤

[@TheLisab56]

This ONE MAN is a national treasure. He writes, plays every instrument, sings like a dream, and has the heart of an angel. Stevie is in a class by himself. I love this man. I'm old enough to remember "Little Stevie Wonder". When my daughter was old enough to really appreciate music, I played Stevie for her. She sat with a pencil and paper. A very serious child, she took her music to heart. She was almost eight...I played Innervisions for her. I was shocked when she listened to Living For The City. I told her that every voice she heard was Stevie's voice. Her notes were copious and she had underlined how Stevie had changed the chords from innocent to dark, sad, and dangerous. She hears him age, become angry and hopeless. "Mama! That last part is so SAD! The chorus sings "NO! NO! NO NO! NO NOOOO!!" "What did you learn from this song?" "He was a good young man. He was black and, they took his soul!" Out of the mouths of children...

[@Producelikeapro]

Thanks ever so much Lisa for sharing that wonderful, beautiful experience you had with your daughter!

[@BoukmanMakandal]

His music keeps me young🙏🏾💯

[@bernardcrowell9554]

😂🎉❤

[@chocolatesmile1]

Stevie Wonder is my all time favorite artest. He was very impactful in London during my growing years as a youth and music lover. Everyone that I know had a profound love and respect for Stevie Wonder and his musical style and genius abilities. Although undoubtedly I have great love for other artists, Stevie Wonder reaches me in a way unlike no other! There is perhaps something spiritual that makes him extraordinary. I simply can't say enough about the encomparable Stevie Wonder. ❤👑💎🎤

[@Sttephy30]

To me, he's the greatest artist in modern music history. Just so sincere and gifted.

[@Producelikeapro]

Completely agree! So amazing!! Thanks ever so much

[@YoungShadTv]

Facts the greatest

[@MrLiveman2]

My sentiments precisely. 😁👍🏿

[@gregedenfield1080]

I worked on "A Time to Love" ...Stevie was so very gracious as to afford me the unbelievable honor to pick that album cover from about twenty or so photos, trust me when I say that was the best one. It was an honor to be his personal engineer for a very short time, working with Rob Arbittier and gang was also awesome, what an experience , I will never forget it, genius.

[@Producelikeapro]

Wow! Thanks ever so much for sharing Greg! Truly amazing!

[@maralynfarber2068]

I am a vocalist. I wanted to say here that I adore Stevie’s vocals. His voice is a fabulous, amazing, and spiritual instrument. Bless Stevie Wonder.❤️🌹🎵

[@Producelikeapro]

Agreed 100% he's amazing!

[@familytreemusic]

One of the greatest musical geniuses of all times. Wonderful Stevie!

[@Producelikeapro]

Agreed 100%!

[@vinceniederman]

@@Producelikeapro I Love Stevie Wonder and My Favorite Song from Stevie is "Sir Duke"!

[@Luthiart]

I grew up in the '80s, so my perception of Stevie Wonder was that of a crafter of somewhat shmaltzy love ballads. It wasn't until I heard Innervisions, and the rest of his '70s output that I realized what a freakin' genius he is! I also realized that I have absolutely zero excuses for my own shortcomings as a musician. 😄

[@KatFish682]

I grew up in the 70’s & Stevie was a staple in my house! I was not a fan of his sentimental ballads & 80’s sounding stuff like Part-Time Lover. I longed for the Stevie of the 70’s & was raised on his most AMAZING work, IMO. He will always be a musical genius & has more than just his own music to show for it. Unfortunately, the 80’s were rough on some big music talent. I have a feeling that it has more to do with the demands of the powers that be in the music industry than with the artists themselves.

[@alanpecherer5705]

So there were 200 other Stevie songs floating around when Stevie made "Songs in the Key of Life"? OMG, can you imagine?

[@kelsofire7366]

only Stevie makes me feel like this

[@pnojazz]

All in love is fair, you and I, Golden Lady are still my favorites. Stevie was part of the soundtrack of my teen life❤

[@kimf5948]

He is my favorite male singing artist!! I LOVE him & in AWE of his lyrical & musical talents! And he’s FINE!

[@Producelikeapro]

Thanks ever so much

[@selwyngriffith6963]

Arguably, the most incredible pieces of music i have ever heard. Sir Duke, Superstition, Master Blaster Jammin and so much more. Stevie is way above the rest.

[@Producelikeapro]

Agreed 100000000%!!!!

[@instyle63]

You’re going to love this Warren...in 1976 when I was 13 yrs old I managed to save enough money to buy two albums on the same day Songs in the Key of Life...and Night at the Opera

[@Producelikeapro]

You have AMAZING taste my friend!!

[@lietkynes81]

This was money well spent!

[@kramnesnay]

Both great albums from my two fav artists. You have good taste sir. 😃

[@arcanics1971]

Lots of old albums are things that you only listen to for the sake of nostalgia. I can say that the Wonder albums I own are all records that I listen too regularly- not because of nostalgia, but because they still rock!

[@reginaldfairfield]

Great point!

[@Producelikeapro]

Agreed! ALL masterpieces!

[@Producelikeapro]

@@reginaldfairfield agreed!

[@raymondgracie2592]

Wow! I fully agree

[@Producelikeapro]

@@raymondgracie2592 marvellous!

[@tommonk7651]

I bought Songs In The Key of Life when it came out, and it took me awhile to warm up to it. Some months after I bought it, I sat down and gave it a good listen, and I wondered what I had been thinking. Stevie is a genius! And that doesn't really go far enough. The album is simply loaded with great songs. It is one of the greatest ever recorded. Songs is one of those desert island records, no doubt.

[@Producelikeapro]

Agreed! One of the greatest albums ever recorded!

[@tommonk7651]

@@Producelikeapro I remember watching the 1975 Grammys. Stevie had won the Grammy for best album in both 1973 and 1974, but had not put out an album in 1975 while he worked on Songs, which also won the Grammy. I distinctly remember Paul Simon winning the Grammy for Still Crazy After All These Years; Simon thanked everyone for voting for his album and thanked Stevie for not putting out an album that year. I tell that story all the time. It is absolutely true.

[@Producelikeapro]

@@tommonk7651 yes! I mention that exact thing in the video!

[@tommonk7651]

@@Producelikeapro Sure, I heard. I was confirming that it actually did happen. I saw it live. That was back when the Grammys actually meant something. I laughed my head off. LOL

[@Producelikeapro]

Haha indeed!!

[@Bassic778]

Fascinating!!! Stevie is EASILY one of the most gifted musicians, songwriters, and producers in history!!!

[@jmartbm89]

I am glad to be alive in the same era as this all-time great musician. We're the same age. I grew up with his music and he has influenced me musically. Stevie is a gift from God. He is blessed with immense talent and creativity. Truly a blessed human being. Thank God for him. Thanks for all the great music.

[@jamesrudasill4440]

Stevie performed solo at my HS in 1968, which changed my life. I was awestruck by his takent.

[@olabergvall3154]

Long time SW fan. Loved this. When someone has so much musicality in their body, let them play all the instruments. He is unreal

[@Producelikeapro]

Agreed 100% Ola! Thanks ever so much

[@edalder2000]

In September 2014, I had the chance to see Johnny Marr at The 9:30 Club. I was teen during his Smiths run and Marr is a hero of mine. But just as I was going to buy, I saw an alert. Stevie Wonder was going to be in concert at the Hockey Arena in DC on the very same night as Johnny! I got Stevie Wonder tickets, case closed. I worked at Tower Records for 4-5 years. I love Johnny Marr. But Stevie Wonder along with Prince, James Brown, and Miles Davis, are all geniuses whom I would drop everything to see. Stevie had a huge 20 person band with full brass. India Arie was the female vocalist! Stevie's band did "Songs in The Key of Life" front to back. I had high hopes and it's so lovely when my hopes were justified. Stevie is talent, wisdom and grace.

[@Producelikeapro]

Thanks ever so much for sharing your experiences!

[@Bodyknowledge77]

Well done Mr. Huart. Stevie Wonder's music is a special gift to the world.

[@Producelikeapro]

Thanks ever so much! Agreed 100%!!

[@MarcBecker_Music]

I knew he was a great musician, but I never knew what an outstanding creative and innovative artist he really is. I definitely need to take a closer look at his work. Thanks for the video, Warren.

[@Producelikeapro]

Thanks ever so much Marc! I'm glad to be able to help!!

[@sergiyradonezhsky634]

agreed bro, I liked a lot of his songs already but this is making me seriously consider buying all the albums lol

[@HypnoticHollywood]

Stevie also introduced the talk box on a early 1970s Sesame Street episode which was later popularized by Roger Troutman & Zapp which led to today's auto tune sound.

[@xblinketx]

Instant like for Stevie, the greatest of all

[@Producelikeapro]

Absolutely!! Truly amazing!

[@willemmoller6736]

Talking Book blew my mind when I was 13 . . . the songs, the grooves, the voice, the production, the drumming! I was the drummer in my first band and Stevie was my hero, still is. Pure genius! You do a great job with these videos Warren, much appreciated!

[@Producelikeapro]

Thanks ever so much Willem!!

[@sentiasatransformasi]

I kept hearing these musical legends keep saying that stevie wonder is a genius when I was watching tbe netflix documentary.. now I understand how genius he actually is.. all the new sounds n success that came along w it while being blind

[@DJSoulbrother]

I cried my eyes out at Stevland's concert and proud to have done so hahaha, the absolute man :)

[@Producelikeapro]

That's amazing! Beautiful!

[@infiniteuniverse9528]

Stevie Wonder is a force of nature. I can't begin to imagine how bland life would be without his music affecting my spirit. They say there's no such thing as having a favorite Stevie Wonder song because there are just too many.

[@Producelikeapro]

Agreed! The master!!

[@SpiralJucifer]

Glad to see less gear reviews and more focus on artists who made us all want to use the gear to its fullest.

[@Producelikeapro]

Always happy to balance it out evenly!!

[@RC32Smiths01]

Stevie Wonders is such a wonderful and inspiring musicians ever. Great visionary in the art of music!

[@Producelikeapro]

Couldn't agree more!

[@RC32Smiths01]

@@Producelikeapro Absolutely!

[@HitTheRoadMusicStudio]

Love Stevie Wonder!!! Learning "Sir Duke" helped me to pay the rent with Busking in Berlin haha his music lives forever!!!

[@Producelikeapro]

That's awesome! Thanks ever so much Ady!

[@HitTheRoadMusicStudio]

@@Producelikeapro Thanks Warren!!! It just brings up wonderful Memories and on top of that I learned a lot about Stevie Wonder in this amazing video!

[@spacemissing]

An artist who reaches the heights Stevie Wonder did in his "classic" period can be excused for not keeping the trend going. I have had a long struggle learning to appreciate some of what he has done because I'm not a fan of certain genres, but I have to say that he IS an incredible musician, songwriter, and producer who deserves every accolade he receives and then some.

[@spencoir1]

“Free” by Stevie is a song that is often overlooked by the media and even fans.. it was and is simply epic.

[@desmondwallace1136]

Without a doubt he's the greatest musician to ever walk on this planet, he also influenced every other musical culture

[@Producelikeapro]

No argument here!

[@thenaturalwomenshow]

Thank you for this Warren. Over the two years I've been watching, I have noticed Songs In The Key Of Life positioned behind you in many of your videos. You have touched on everything that makes Stevie the formidable figure in music history that he truly is. With the exception of Paul McCartney, I can not think of anyone in the history of recorded music who writes, sings, plays, produces and explores possibilities to the same degree as Stevie; perhaps Prince. Not that Grammys are a measure of greatness; but 25?! Not even McCartney or Prince can lay claim to that. When Elton John and Prince acknowledge Songs In The Key Of Life as the best album ever recorded, one needn't look further for a "seal of approval". I went to a clinic put on by Stevie's former drummer Gerry Brown who argues that Stevie's drum intro in Superstition is the first HipHop beat; he makes a good point. What's astonishing is that drums are Stevie's third instrument, behind keyboards and harmonica! Moreover, Stevie is playing a chromatic harmonica! Few people in the world play it as well (the exception being the late Toots Theilmann). There's also the harmonic complexity with which Stevie writes Pop songs; and gets away with so much while still weaving great melodies throughout. Lastly, who in the 90s and 2000s was the most imitated R&B vocalist for his obligato-styled singing? Pure genius. He's a treasure! Cheers!

[@Producelikeapro]

Thank you ever so much for your incredible comment! Yes, Stevie has played an integral part to my musical development! My Father bought the Double 8 Track of 'Songs In The Key Of Life' in 1976, it was the Soundtrack to my childhood and therefore the Soundtrack of my life! I agree with everything you said, Stevie's Genius will resonate forever! Thanks ever so much!

[@dr103]

Pete Townshend. His impact on Rock is immense. He invented Punk, the Marshall Stack, the Rock Opera, showed the potential of synthesizers, etc.

[@Producelikeapro]

Yes, huge influence indeed!

[@dr103]

@@Producelikeapro Your videos are excellent Warren. I learn so much from them.

[@Producelikeapro]

@@dr103 Happy New Year! Thanks ever so much!

[@randydean23]

It's the internet so of course someone "disliked" this video but man what a lonely place that's gotta be living in a world where you can't like this?!? Love Stevie and appreciate the work you're putting into this series. Cheers

[@Producelikeapro]

It’s quite alright! Years ago I asked a KZbin manager and they said typically it’s rival channels and think that I must be something right! Haha

[@petesawchuk]

I agree - the stretch of Stevie Wonder albums between “Music Of My Mind” and “Songs In The Key Of Life” stand up to that of any band or artist. His innovation, songwriting, creativity and multi-instrumental performances are unmatched (at least until you get to Prince). There aren’t many double albums that are mandatory “must-listen start-to-finish”, but “Songs” is one - and that includes the bonus EP! No one brings the pure, infectious joy like Stevie. “Fingertips, Part 2” & the drum groove from “Superstition” are two fine examples you featured. His chromatic harmonica on Chaka Khan’s cover of Prince’s “I Feel For You” & his song “Perfect Angel”, given to the immortal Minnie Ripperton, are two more. I got to see Stevie once in the early/mid 80s at NYC’s Radio City Music Hall. Other than the building seeming to levitate once or twice, here are two highlights: - After ripping through a half dozen songs with Wonderlove to start, he sent them off and told us he was going to play two as-yet unreleased songs and wanted to know which one we thought was better by our applause. I don’t remember what the first one was, but the second one was OVERJOYED. Setup! Wonderlove sure was able to take their sweet time getting back onstage after that... - Earlier that day, the US Congress had ratified making Martin Luther King‘s birthday a national holiday. You can guess what the last encore was: 6000 happy people continued to sing the hook on the way out & onto Sixth Ave. Never been part of anything like it. Warren, thank you so much for this heartfelt and comprehensive summary of the life and career of a true giant; you’ve outdone yourself once again.

[@inavbanz8876]

He also wrote the Michael Jackson song "I can't help it" on " Off the Wall" album. It's got his magic all over this song.

[@CarlDoesMusic]

Stevie is the greatest artist, musician, harmonicist, writer... I'm not asking.

[@robertcronin6603]

It's impossible to encapsulate Stevie's genius in a half hour.. it's positively astounding what he's done in his lifetime - the sheer energy of his art was incomparable for at least 20 years, especially if one considers how many "here today-gone tomorrow" artists we've had in the meantime... great video! 🔥

[@bobbykanemusictube]

I have loved Stevie Wonder for as long as I can remember. Fingertips. I still remember the first time I ever heard it. I asked for it again and again and again. I must have been 5 or 6 years old. This is amazing. So happy to learn so much about this wonderful soul.

[@Producelikeapro]

Thanks ever so much Bobby! I really appreciate your great comment!!

[@TheRookie738]

Stevie da Goat

[@Producelikeapro]

Agreed 100%!

[@frontroom]

Wow - what a totally professional, fact-filled documentary you’ve given us. The two best arena shows I’ve ever seen were Stevie in ‘76 and ‘80. All of the others - The Stones, Queen, Pink Floyd, Genesis, Eric Clapton, Steve Winwood, Thin Lizzy, ELO, Paul Simon, Bob Dylan, Neil Young, Paul McCartney, Rick Wakeman, Edgar Winter, etc. can’t really compare. All of them great shows, but Stevie takes the cake. Both were two-and-a-half hour shows, his voice totally amazing. God, how I love this man. Thank you for the upload!

[@robwat77]

Someone please bubble-wrap Mr. Stevie Wonder!!

[@Producelikeapro]

International treasure, incredible talent, once in a lifetime

[@Gretchluver1]

Wonder's drumming on Superstition is so good, even the squeak from the bass drum pedal sounds musical!

[@Producelikeapro]

Agreed 100% masterpiece!!

[@inavbanz8876]

The intro drums was Jeff Beck's idea.

[@mjulio71]

"Songs in the Key of Life" also features the instrumental "Contusion". Which in the most classy manner whispers "I could even make a great Fusion, Return to Forever/Billy Cobham-style record, just didn't want to". 100% pure genius, The Wonder.

[@Producelikeapro]

Thanks ever so much Julio!

[@JoeChewBaca]

I wish he would record that Fusion album before he leaves us. Contusion JAMS!!!!

[@petertrotman7708]

Right?

[@johnhowarthmusic8706]

Your best, yet... LOVE him and thank YOU.

[@Producelikeapro]

Thanks ever so much John!

[@WromWrom]

15:00 Glad to be with you and @Rick Beato in the fight against quantizing!

[@Producelikeapro]

Yes, it's very genre specific!

[@WromWrom]

@@Producelikeapro I think it's a sign of the times: Instagram posts photoshopped to perfection, singers pitch corrected to the point or ironing out any character in their voice, drummers quantized to oblivion so there's no groove or personality... Welcome to McMusic! Or the Starbuckitization of music!

[@FretnesButke]

​@@WromWromyou can add over compression to the list.

[@WromWrom]

@@FretnesButke "The Loudness Wars" . You're absolutely right!

[@mhenkka]

Thank you! Stevie 🙏

[@Producelikeapro]

Thanks ever so much!

[@ChicoMiceliChannel]

Loved the video!!! My favorite artist through your lens...Great!!!!!!!

[@Producelikeapro]

Thanks ever so much! Glad to be able to help!!

[@boozledropmusicproduction2242]

True genius.🙌👍

[@Producelikeapro]

Agreed 100%!

[@ajadrew]

Great video - so much I didn't know but I have all the classic albums & love them! Stevie sat next to me in a dream on a low brick wall. He said 'This is how you do it' & took my bass & slapped all these different drum rhythms with his left & right hands. I was blown away! I'd love if Zawinul was covered 🌞 Seasons greetings from Essex 👍

[@Producelikeapro]

Amazing! Thanks ever so much for sharing!!

[@ajadrew]

@@Producelikeapro 🌞👍

[@KatFish682]

It never ceases to amaze me at how much the English love Motown music/good music & how much I love English music/good music when I’m from Detroit! LOL! Stevie Wonder was a staple in my house growing up in the 70’s. I can’t even tell you many times his albums were played. Because I was raised on the best music he made, I wasn't a fan of his 1980’s sounding music (I Just Called to Say I Love You, That’s What Friends Are For, Part-Time Lover, etc.), but he will always be one of the greatest, most important music artists of all time. Thank you for a very cool trip down memory lane!💜

[@Producelikeapro]

Stevie Wonder is one of the greatest artists of all time. Thanks for the kind words! I really appreciate it

[@misanthropicmusings4596]

Wow, I knew Stevie was prolific, but I didn't realize how much so. Thanks so much -- this was a wonderful documentary!

[@hanspoulsen6450]

This was great! Been a huge SW fan for many years and "Songs In the Key Of Life" changed my life. MJ's "Off the Wall" is also one of my favourite albums, and it features SW on "I Can't Help It". Would be interesting to see "Off the Wall" covered in this series :)

[@Producelikeapro]

Agreed 100% Hans!

[@steviecritiquenewby7874]

True

[@barramundi9863]

Still my favourite album ever.

[@beyourself2444]

I think SW and MJ, who are distant cousins were just extremely amazing musically. Off the Wall and Innervisions are my fav by both

[@MichaelB-gi4lt]

Another great piece. I regard Stevie Wonder as not just an incredible artist but an artist who can bring people together who would normally not find any common ground. His music is that good.

[@Producelikeapro]

Wow! So well said Michael!

[@raymondgracie2592]

Agreed

[@scottakam]

I just called to say, "I love Stevie Wonder"! Thanks Warren. Living proof that you can start life with the odds stacked against you and still achieve greatness.

[@Producelikeapro]

Absolutely! A true Maestro!!

[@matthewgaines10]

Every now and then, all great skills of music creation falls upon one person. Writing, musicianship, production, and vocal performance. Stevie Wonder was there for that convergence. There will never be another Stevie Wonder. Others artist have been blessed with this convergence of skills but there will never be another Stevie Wonder. An American masterpiece.

[@BeGoodNow5]

When I'm trying to educate some of the younger folk to broaden their musical horizons, I'll just point them to this video series. My dad also had an 8-track which we would play endlessly in his car. It was 'Fulfillingness' First Finale' I practically know every song word for word. Stevie Wonder is truly a musical genius for sure. Thanks for putting the music into it's historical context to give us a greater insight into what was going on behind the scenes.

[@Producelikeapro]

Thanks ever so much for your kind words and explaining your personal experiences! That means a lot!

[@bazmac26]

About fifty years ago, I was going through a what I can only describe as a musical doldrum, being originally raised on a diet of American singers like Sinatra, Bennett etc., followed by the popular revolution of the Merseybeat. I asked a much younger work colleague what he recommended as something to refresh my musical pallet. He said try Stevie Wonder’s Talking Book and as the saying goes, the rest is history. (Thank you Trevor Johnson for the recommendation.) The Talking BOOK tracks Superstition, Maybe Your Baby and Big Brother particularly the first absolutely blew me away and still make the hairs on my neck stand up. Dear Mr Wonder, you are indeed truly wonderful and I thank you for your music from the bottom of my heart and will do for the remainder of my life.

[@patricklewis7636]

"Just as kindness has no shame/ know through all your joy and pain/ that I'll be loving you always" Pure soul. Thanks for this one. Stevie is a true great.

[@Producelikeapro]

Agreed 100%! Thanks ever so much!

[@demonweber666]

13 years old. Let that sink in. At 13, he was writing hits. Amazing.

[@Producelikeapro]

Yes! Truly amazing!!

[@troubleondemand7703]

I love Stevie to bits, but he didn't write Fingertips. That was Clarence Paul & Henry Cosby. I think Uptight was his first writing credit which he co-wrote at the age of 16 iirc. Semantics I know... still amazingly young to be writing hits. In his early time at Motown he was a sponge absorbing every piece of musical knowledge he could find. There are stories of him driving all the writers and producers at Motown crazy with his non-stop questions.

[@demonweber666]

@@troubleondemand7703 Actually he started writing even earlier than 13. He began recording at 12. So he may have received "credit" later on, he really started writing much earlier.Similar to Paul McCartney, who wrote When im Sixty Four when he was 16, but received "credit" in 1967 when Sgt.Peppers was released.

[@troubleondemand7703]

@@demonweber666 He may have been writing earlier but I don't know of any that he wrote at that age and then recorded later like your example of 64. Motown had a stable of songwriters and Gordy was very specific about who recorded what back then. That said, I would love to be proven wrong, but from everything I know that does not seem to be the case.

[@demonweber666]

@@troubleondemand7703 Research it, its very interesting. Many great artists start their writing before becoming famous.Stevie was considered a child prodigy in Weiner Elementary, he wrote, composed and played multiple instruments. Some of his famous lyrics came from this time period. He played covers & originals at parties and events. Because of this, at age 11, Ronnie White of The Miracles offered "Little Stevie" an audition, and hence, recording contract at the famous Motown Records.Maybe Steve Winwood, but i cant think of any other example of such young stardom.

[@davidt9238]

My mum didn’t really listen to a lot of music but her favourite artists by far were Frank Sinatra and , in later years, Stevie Wonder. She couldn’t get over Stevie’s voice, and found in it something indescribably wonderful. Really enjoyed your bio on Stevie!

[@Producelikeapro]

Your Mother had amazing taste! Thanks for sharing

[@lawrencetaylor4101]

Merci beaucoup. I've watched several other You Tube creators discussing different techniques used by various artists...as well as Stevie. Every other musician sounded like they were using a gimmick. Stevie made music. He's on another plane.

[@Producelikeapro]

Yes, Lawrence! Stevie was certainly on another plane!

[@jfpary7336]

With Stevie Wonder we have perfection in all areas of human competences: perfection of voice , full accomplishment in playing various instruments ( piano, harmonica ,drums and others...) , harmonic research, quality of lyrics, high human value... Such an amount of qualities is so rare in only one person that can only enhance admiration. Thanks for this video. Stevie will still remain a classical composer a long time after the end of our era, like other composers that we call classical now.

[@brandoncrow3741]

One of the greatest musical geniuses of all time! Great video, thank you! 🙏

[@Producelikeapro]

He changed all music!!

[@RichieRocks1]

At one stage I collected every vinyl album stevie ever made, later graduating the same collection to CD. Eventually gave up. Saw him live in Brum at his 40th bday concert. He is the greatest most influential musician and songwriting artist in my life. Long live this prolific legend of a genius of all time!! 👑 🖤💙🎙🎹🎶😎

[@jaamman]

One of the best documentaries on Stevie that I've heard!! Great job!!

[@Producelikeapro]

Thanks ever so much

[@my1mom]

Had the GR8 honor and opportunity to play drums on ("MAKE SURE YOU'RE SURE" and "THESE THREE WORDS") from the sound track "JUNGLE FEVER"...I grew up in Chicago listening to and playing some of those great Stevie Wonder hits in clubs. To get a call to work with Stevie was one of the GR8 opportunities of my life and career...Thank You Stevie!!!

[@Producelikeapro]

Wow! That's absolutely amazing! Thanks ever so much for sharing!

[@my1mom]

@@Producelikeapro Welcome, and thank you!

[@mr.w4904]

My favorite artist EVERY!!!!!!!!

[@StellarWorks2023]

Stevie Wonder ... just bringing his being and music to mind is uplifting. Much love. Nice one Warren.

[@Producelikeapro]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@danb1942]

Goosebumps man... had no idea!

[@Producelikeapro]

Thanks ever so much Dan!!

[@TheShenandoahPerry]

Stevie Wonder's music is truly timeless. I've never known an artist as original, organic, or soulful as him. I always imagined his work as a bottomless treasure chest. Even a song I've heard hundreds of times can be rediscovered because of his creative mastery. His music really reaches my heart and mind like no other.

[@Producelikeapro]

Agreed 100% Shen! Thanks ever so much

[@TheShenandoahPerry]

@@Producelikeapro Great stuff all around Warren! It's a pleasant surprise to see such a dedicated video on Stevie.

[@Producelikeapro]

@@TheShenandoahPerry thanks ever so much! Stevie is one of most important musicians in the world to me!! I grew up on Songs In The Key Of Life! I’ve listened to that album so many times! So beautiful!!

[@kodykindhart8230]

Without Stevie I probably wouldn’t play music. He sparked it in me from jump

[@Producelikeapro]

Agreed 100% Kody!! Thanks ever so much

[@tristantaravella854]

I think Thomas Dolby and Prefab Sprout's Steve McQueen deserves a look

[@patkelly3966]

Beautiful. It was said of the boxer Joe Louis, " He is a credit to his race. The Human Race. "...I really believe this describes Stevie Wonder as well. An incredible human being. Thanks Warren.

[@Producelikeapro]

Yes, indeed! Thanks ever so much

[@iwantappledumplings6187]

Beautiful video by one of the most beautiful artists to ever live!

[@Producelikeapro]

Thanks ever so much Apple!

[@SplotchTheCatThing]

Wow. I knew modern music owes a lot to Stevie Wonder but I hadn't realized how much the sort of gritty, socially conscious songs which mix real instruments with heavy electronic elements and with the production used as an integral part of the sound, which I love -- how much in-debt that type of music actually is to him. Amazing.

[@kevinbland]

In the early seventies my father had the honor of escorting him, Syreeta Wright and Denice Williams around the island when they were doing a concert. He brought Stevie over to the house and my older brother sat next to him as he played some songs and had us sing with him. When they came out of the car one of the suitcases had broken open and some of the dainty things from either of the ladies ended up in my father's backseat. A few days later my mother found it under the driver's seat and didn't believe my dad about the broken suitcase. I was mainly into reggae and didn't know how great Stevie was until I became a young teen and became totally obsessed with his music. He gave my dad a 45" record with a tune called "A Better Place" and I wish I could hear it again. Unfortunately, he never released it. I personally think Secret Life of Plants was his best album.

[@Producelikeapro]

Wow! Thanks ever so much for sharing that amazing experience

[@michaeltablet8577]

Wonder ful video!

[@Producelikeapro]

Thanks ever so much Michael!

[@michaeltablet8577]

@@Producelikeapro You are welcome!

[@Producelikeapro]

@@michaeltablet8577 You Rock!

[@AndrewLeigh-v1l]

Again thanks for doing this ❤😂

[@Producelikeapro]

You’re very welcome

[@marcelopaz4247]

A great job on Stevie's music. Usually there are not this complete! Thanks!

[@Producelikeapro]

Thanks ever so much

[@tonyrapa-tonyrapa]

So glad you made this video. There's no doubt about it, Superstition and Living For the City (just to name 2) are magnificent tracks. Brilliant!

[@Producelikeapro]

Couldn't agree more! Thanks ever so much Tony!

[@DMerkel]

Just awesome! This has got to be your best in this series. Well, well done! Unless I missed it, I'm surprised you didn't mention that his daughter Aisha "Isn't She Lovely" Morris is a backup singer for him.

[@Producelikeapro]

Thanks ever so much Dave for sharing!

[@mve736]

My father gave me Songs in the Key of Life when I was 12. It has been my favourite album ever since and will always be.

[@bpabustan]

Warren, I have to confess, my musicality and musicianship grew leaps and bounds due to the music of Stevie Wonder. From Where I'm Coming From to Hotter Than July - those albums shaped me to the musician I am today. I may not be as good as him, but at least he made me understand that you only get great music if your standards are high! Thank you Warren for featuring Stevie Wonder. I hope to see more and definitely learn more. I hope to be a record producer soon after my touring days are over.... tall ambition I know....but I am determined to learn.

[@Producelikeapro]

Thanks ever so much! Go for it! I’m sure if you put your heart and soul into it you can become a producer! You love the right music! That’s a great start!

[@bpabustan]

@@Producelikeapro will definitely pursue this! Thanks for the encouragement...

[@Producelikeapro]

@@bpabustan Of course! You're very welcome!

[@genbenjamin23]

Loved this! SW is brilliant. Truly love his performance of Fragile with Sting for Sting's 60th birthday concert. Maybe a retrospective/analysis of Sting's music?

[@Producelikeapro]

Wonderful Lee! Thanks ever so much

[@shadowmixx]

Thank you so much Warren for this INCREDIBLE video on the legend who inspired me to explore and fall in love with keyboards and synths. 'Songs In The Key Of Life', 'Hotter Than July' 'Characters' and 'In Square Circle' are my all-time favorite Stevie Wonder albums. Although I have never had the chance to see him perform in concert,... I did get to meet him the night before he was to perform here. After work on a Friday, 2 coworkers and I decided to gather at a local hot spot to unwind. There was a bar/dance area upstairs and a lounge area downstairs. After hours of chatting, dancing and a few one dollar drink specials; it was time to visit the "loo". LOL! Fortunately for us, the only available bathrooms were downstairs near the lounge. I say 'fortunate' because unbeknownst to us there was a reception for Stevie Wonder, his band and former music director Dr. Henry Panion. Long story short, In an incredible odd twist of fate; upon my second visit to the bathroom, I was stopped by a gentleman who asked me to wait until Stevie came out. I was like, "What?" Stevie is in there?" I asked him if it was okay if he could possibly let me say hello to him before he returned to his reception and he obliged. It was a special moment as I proceeded to shake Stevie's hand, tell him how much I loved his music and how much he inspired me. I remember to this day, him replying "Thank you, I love you too". It's not often in life that you get a chance to meet a legend of that magnitude. This was before cellphones like we have today, so I have no photo of this chance encounter, but I will never forget it. Thanks for bringing back that memory Mr. Huart. Happy New Year #2021

[@Producelikeapro]

Wow!! Thanks ever so much for sharing!! That incredible that you got to meet Stevie! Incredible! Thanks for sharing your wonderful experiences

[@alainaerland4631]

That is absolutely amazing. Deeply visualizing that, almost brings me to tears. You are so lucky to have had such an experience; I am so genuinely happy for you, from one stevie fan to the next

[@shadowmixx]

@@alainaerland4631 Thank you 😊

[@Phoebedumplings]

I went to see Stevie at a large arena back in the 90s in England...lots of normally reticent white English men in the audience, from the 1st beat of the drums the entire crowd got their feet, I never saw that before or since...still get goosebumps

[@Producelikeapro]

Fantastic! Thanks ever so much for sharing Peter!

[@NotSereyus]

Stunning piece. Brilliant cinematography. I fell in love with Stevie in 1968. Great video. Priceless human being.

[@kennybfrank1829]

Incredibly engaging and high-quality narrative of one of the greatest artists of our modern era. Thank you for your work, I look forward to more in the series.

[@Producelikeapro]

Thanks ever so much! I really appreciate it

[@stookeyslaughter]

Outstanding video! Stevie Wonder is in a class by himself! Such a musical genius! I concur that Songs In The Key Of Life is an absolute MASTERPIECE!

[@burmajones803]

One of the last albums that Prince bought before he passed was Talking Book, which inspired me to dig into Stevie Wonder's music. I had the Master Blaster single when I was a kid, but hadn't ever listened to anything beyond his radio hits. What took me so long?! That classic period is so rewarding. Just spectacular music. So funky. He knows how to hit the groove just so! Thx for the video. I will check out those new singles you mentioned.

[@scottphillips161]

Another killer video, Warren. Jeff Beck has said that they were in the studio when Stevie had gone out for lunch and Jeff jumped behind the drum kit to mess around. Stevie returned and heard what he was playing and began to play the clavinet while a demo was cut. Afterwards, Stevie re-played the drum part and all the other instruments. The song was supposed to be for Jeff Beck, but Berry Gordy heard it and demanded Stevie's version be released first. Jeff did record it with Beck, Bogart, and Appice, which is a great version, but Stevie's the OG. Stevie Ray Vaughan's cover kind of hints at both, plus has that Texas blues.

[@Producelikeapro]

Yes! Love that story

[@fredherfst8148]

An enlightening and well done piece. In the late 70's I saw, heard, and felt the full Stevie attack at Maple Leaf Gardens in TO. We were at opposite end of the stage, and I swear our concrete bleachers vibrated at times. I was in heaven then. Today, I'm in heaven when I play Superstition on the bass with my buds. That piece never gets old and it brings everybody to the dance floor. Cheers and thanks.

[@Producelikeapro]

Wow! Thanks ever so much Fred for sharing!!

[@pinkchilldivestmentor]

He’s my favorite artist I think of him as my father he’s like the spine of my artistic career

[@Producelikeapro]

Thanks ever so much for sharing!