Song Review: A Greatest Hits Collection
Stevie Wonder · 1996
78 min · 21 tracks · funk · jazz · R&B
A vibrant tapestry of soul, funk, and pop that captures the essence of Stevie Wonder's unparalleled artistry.
Why this album works
This greatest hits collection achieved significant commercial success, further solidifying Stevie Wonder's status as a legend in the music industry. The album features timeless classics like 'I Just Called to Say I Love You,' which won an Academy Award, reflecting his impact on both pop culture and music history. It also serves as an essential resource for understanding the evolution of soul music through his groundbreaking compositions.
- Best for
- celebratory sing-alongs with friends nostalgic reflections on love joyful tunes for gatherings
- Context
- By 1996, Stevie Wonder was an established musical icon, celebrated for his contributions to soul and R&B since the 1960s. 'Song Review: A Greatest Hits Collection' came after a series of acclaimed albums and marked his return to the forefront of popular music following a less active period in the late 1980s and early 1990s. This compilation highlighted his enduring appeal and showcased the breadth of his influential catalog.
- Stylistic neighbors
- ABBA· Kate Bush· David Bowie· Akiko Yano· Morning Musume· Modern Talking· Julio Iglesias· The Cranberries
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Isn’t She Lovely Standout 3:20
- 2 I Just Called to Say I Love You Standout 4:22
- 3 Superstition Standout 4:00
- 4 Sir Duke 3:52
- 5 Master Blaster (Jammin’) 4:49
- 6 Ebony & Ivory 3:40
- 7 Happy Birthday 5:53
- 8 Living for the City 3:40
- 9 He’s Misstra Know It All 5:33
- 10 You Are the Sunshine of My Life 2:55
- 11 Lately 4:05
- 12 Part‐time Lover 3:42
- 13 My Cherie Amour 2:51
- 14 Yester‐me, Yester‐you, Yesterday 3:05
- 15 Uptight (Everything’s Alright) 2:52
- 16 I Was Made to Love Her 2:35
- 17 For Once in My Life 2:47
- 18 Signed, Sealed, Delivered, I’m Yours 2:38
- 19 For Your Love 4:04
- 20 Kiss Lonely Good‐bye 4:08
- 21 Redemption Song 3:47
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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