Talking Book

Generic soul-lite. I don't really get the fuss about Stevie Wonder... Especially not this album.

stevie wonder doesn’t make bad music. but it’s no Songs in the Key of Life

Was pretty disappointed in this one. Stevie is a lot better with his funkier songs. Superstition is by far the best song on here, the rest are nothing special

Un de mes Stevie préférés, en tout cas le premier auquel j'ai vraiment adoré. Toujours chouette, même si les autres ont fini par grow on me et que j'apprécie leurs côtés plus funk au final.

Meh cool its Stevie Wonder

I view Talking Book as the start of Stevie's 'Imperial Phrase', where absolutely everything he touched turned to gold, running all the way to Songs in the Key of Life. It's astonishing just how mature and progressive the album sounds compared to the work he was only doing a couple of years beforehand, and the fact that he was only 22 when it came out! The album also sounds remarkably fresh for an album from the early 70s; the opener You are the Sunshine of My Life sounds like every song Olivia Dean has been trying to make, but far more impactful and sonically interesting. Maybe your Baby has this insane groove (which isn't even the best on the album), and the more I listen to it, the more I appreciate the electric guitars in the background, and the absolute crispness and precision with which every beat and note lands. The jewel of the album, which would bring even the worst album up to a positive rating, is Superstition. An insane groove, which starts from around 10 seconds in, and simply never lets up. If you were to label this the greatest song that ever existed, I wouldn't argue with you. There's a tiny bit of filler which stops me from rating this above a couple of his later albums, but fantastic nonetheless.

Mostly schmaltzy

Two hits doesn’t make the album good.

This has been an incredible discovery for me. The songs are so beautiful and melodic. I still can't believe this is from 1972—this album sounds 100 times better than modern albums in a similar genre.

Superstition slaps! the rest of this is a pretty easy, if unextraordinary listen

Good album. Groovy and fun. Better than Innervisions

Just not a big R&B guy.

Great album! Mix of the funk and the soul, can’t complain.

Second Stevie in 3 days. More mellow and ballad focused than SitKoL but keeps that incredible mix of instruments you associate with Stevie Wonder. You and I is a standout for me.

music is love

So good

Kinda cool tbh

I mean... It's good, but I think I need to listen again. I listened to songs in the key of life, and that blew my mind. This just didn't feel as extraordinary. I think it's the sort of album where I need to revisit it to truly appreciate it. Superstition is still one of the greatest songs of all time, though. I'm enjoying going through Stevie Wonder, but on my first listen, my expectations were so high that this felt like a bit of a disappointment.

Stevie wrote about 9 songs out of 10 on this album for this girl he liked, but he wrote “Superstition” for us. Thanks for thinking of the homies, Stevie. Now, Superstition doesn’t carry the entire album, but damn If it’s not an eternal banger. Stevie should have just written 10 versions of that instead of every other song on the album. It’s crazy how that’s the only song with that funky sound , then just back to soft ballads for the rest of the runtime. ⭐️⭐️

Listening to Stevie Wonder’s Talking Book for my 1,000 albums project was kind of a mixed bag. Starting off with "You Are the Sunshine of My Life" was super nice—such a fun, optimistic track to kick off the week. And obviously, "Superstition" was awesome because you just can't go wrong with that classic. "Big Brother" was also a cool surprise—it honestly gave me total Wild West, horseback vibes. That said, a lot of the rest of the album just didn't really do it for me. Tracks like "Maybe Your Baby" felt way too long, a few songs were pretty forgettable, and the rest were just a bit too slow and depressing for my mood. Glad I checked out the classics, but overall it was a bit too slow and somber for my taste.

I always forget how unbelievably talented Stevie is. What a great ride

Good funky songs

Stevie Wonder – Talking Book (1972) On Day 253, this album proved once again that Stevie Wonder simply does not miss. The vocal arrangements, pristine studio production, and his singular voice all come together to create music that genuinely makes you feel alive. Listening to his work inspires an admiration for life and an appreciation for the people around you, it is pure musical joy. "I Believe (When I Fall in Love It Will Be Forever)," "You've Got It Bad Girl," "Maybe Your Baby," and "You Are the Sunshine of My Life" were exceptional highlights, and the remaining tracklist was nothing short of perfect. A flawless soul classic. An effortless 5/5.

I like Stevie Wonder. The opener, "You are My Sunshine" is a beautiful song and for me is one of those quintessential 70's sounds. The rest of the album is an easy listen. Superstition is an absolute banger. He makes it all feel so easy. more power to him.

Superstition holds this album up so much, but it’s not as much that the rest is bad or unenjoyable, they just don’t even come close to the same level. Still, generally sounds years ahead of the time and incredibly listenable.

Ni cerca de su mejor obra, pero tiene algunas matices que si me gustaron

Had this album for years. It’s a staple in my love for music in general.

Good listen was surprised by superstition.

5/5 perfect album

Blown away

Near perfect, Stevie has all the groove, great songs and a wonderful recording. A great length too. You must hear this.

Come on.

I’M A LITTLE BOYYYY

The beginning of Stevie’s classic period - obviously some classics in here but he’d only continue to improve from here - Innervisions is a much stronger effort throughout, although there are plenty of moments of brilliance here to make this an album to return to many times over. Strong 4

Waited a while to post this review. Really enjoyed it on about the 4th listen. I have an exam in 9 hrs that I'm not really prepared for, but this was fun. Can't wait for SITKOL. 7/10

It was good but I enjoyed Fulfillingness'... more.

It's Stevie Wonder and therefore great

Excitement rushes through me as a more unknown-to-me Stevie Wonder effort crosses my gaze. The excitement was such that I hit play, went to bed, and woke up to the album still looping. If that subconscious listen doesn't elevate the experience to a 5, nothing will, but I'm not hating on it. In fact, it took me years to warm up to the opener, You Are the Sunshine of my Life has always felt a bit cheesy, very elevator-y, very commercial, but I've grown attached to it because frankly, the songwriting and the execution is really good. I think the rest of the album resembles that experience pretty well, it's got a lot of deep lyrical content, and it gravitates towards the more romantic commercial gestures that sell. It's definitely not my favorite project, but I'd buy it if I held the copy while crate-digging. It does have a lot of replay quality, I'm sure the experience marinates with time and understanding. 4.1/5

I just don’t really like Stevie Wonder, I feel like his vocals are kinda weak and the instrumental is only presented to fully accompany them, which I feel is a missed opportunity. Still some good things to be said about this album, but truly not for me.

Talking b5 chord

i had this album on vinyl for years and never listened to it. i think i know why

Brillefin plate. Vanskeleg å forklare kvifor eg trekk ei stjerne, men eg gjer det. Trur det er sidan plata er nokså balladetung, og at det vert såvidt for mykje tyngde på den sida for meg. Uansett, for ein fabelaktig musikar.

Talking Book ble gitt ut midt i Stevie Wonder's aller beste periode, mellom 1970 og 1976. En periode hvor mer eller indre alt han tok i ble til gull. Sju album på rekke og rad som alle står igjen som klassikere. En rekke jeg ikke er sikker på om det finnes andre enn David Bowie, The Beatles, Bruce Springsteen eller REM som kan matche. Med unntak av dølle You've Got It Bad Girl er alt her top notch. I Believe (When I Fall In Love It Will Be Forever) er den beste låta her, men den "skjulte skatten" er den skitne perlen Maybe Your Baby. Om ikke Prince sleit ut den i sine formative år skjønner jeg ingenting, for dette er ei låt formelig oser lilla sexdverg av.

Litt klissete opning, og etterpå heilt fantastisk. Variert, rivande rytmisk i eine augeblinken og vart og fint i andre. Blame it on the sun fortener å bli haldt fram i så måte. Siste låten kunne vart evig. 9/10

Så funky utan å vere sleipt. Utruleg fine arrangement, likar at noko høyrest produsert ut, medan andre spor tilsynelatande har blitt tatt opp med beskjeden: Spel i lag! Og stemma, det er jo stemma til Gud, bortsett frå når han går ned i dybden på opningssporet. Då høyest han litt ut som han der fetteren til Will Smith i Fresh Prince. 8/10

Jeg er ingen maksimalist. Stevie derimot, han er glad i å smøre tjukt på, både i tekst og musikk.For meg blir dette i overkant mye smør på flesk som mates inn med en bitteliten skje. Avsluttende "I Believe" er likevel et høydepunkt.

Stevie Wonder - Talking Book Den første plata med Stevie Wonder eg blei glad i og etter kvart kjøpte på vinyl. Fascinerande og utruleg kult at denne blei så stor som den blei (med både "Superstition" og "You Are the Sunshine..." som #1-hits i USA!), men plata er meir enn som så. Ei solfylt, varm og tidvis vemodig samling soul og funk så han syng seg så utruleg fint gjennom. Og så er det jo ein stor bonus, sjølvsagt, at - som enkelte har vore inne på - "I Believe..." avsluttar heile greia. Om ikkje tidenes låt, så kanskje tidenes avsluttar? Og kanskje den beste songen i heile katalogen? 8/10

Superstition est un banger absolu, le reste est tellement low-energy que ça me donne envie de dormir.

all hits no skips. every song is so layered and fantastic, amazing performances from all the instrumentalists (mostly stevie!) and great vocals too. good variety of sounds on the album while still sounding cohesive, and amazing flow. always switches up in just the right way to keep you engaged. idk why these salty ass bitches are giving it low scores. i think stevie is gonna get 4 5 stars from me ^_^

Some really great songs with really interesting synth/keys but also some schlocky stuff. Stevie's voice sounds great as always. The highs outweigh the lows for sure.

Was ok. Having superstition on it gave it the extra star

Just classic Stevie. Great tunes.

Can we all agree that "Superstitious" is one of the greatest songs of all time

Stevie "more than one hit" Wonder

Middle third isn't my favorite but "Superstition" does a lot of heavy lifting to make you forget about the slow bits. On that--I'm listening to this because of specific songs, not for the whole album experience. 6 keepers in 10 (60%). 2 bangers (20%). 1 klunker (10%). 3 stars.

4,1/5

It is often discussed among the greatest records ever released. I can't really argue with that. It's an all-time classic record and it's influence is felt far and wide. From disco to pop to R&B and rap, this record has touched them all. A stellar record.

#243 Heard Before? Of course. Notes: - Stevie Wonder is a master of so many things that I can easily forget how he's a master collaborator, who coaxes terrific performances out of everyone. Verdict: Awe-inspiring. Listen Again? Yes indeed!

it deserves more of my attention that I usually reserve for Songs In The Key Of Love

4/7

Superstition is a 5/5, rest of the Album did not catch me as much.

Yeah yeah I praise you Mr Wonder because of your gifts for creating such impressive works despite you can't see for shit, but I think it is too abrasive, I would like more straight forward funk like Superstitious.

poems with a melody. refreshing to hear focus on lyrics/voice. backing is soothing, satisfying in its completeness but not so calm/minimal as to be boring. overall fewer layers than i’m used to, more simplistic which allows greater focus and intricacy in each compartment. often not catchy, but i don’t think it’s often trying to be. pleasing variety of sounds+slight variations in genre type, really rewards listening in continual album order. growing on me with repeat listens, as is natural. fun to hear a song i know well (“Superstition”, played in big band) and better understand the context in which it was born. listened to this on the train to cambridge after reading some of 1984, and was shook to hear “Big Brother.” trying to avoiding cultural bias in my rating.

Just a really solid soul album. This many albums into his career and still putting out quality is impressive. I can't say every song here was super memorable but they were all decent to good so that alone gets a 3.5/5 for me

Superstition is the obvious stand out, which is the highlight of the album for me. You’ve Got It Bad Girl is good as well and has a catchy melody. The other tracks sort of blend in for me. 3.7/5.0

Superstition is great and the rest of the album pales in comparison. Honestly the rest of the album pales in comparison to Stevie Wonder’s other great albums. Like it’s still good and listenable but I don’t know why anyone would listen to this over some of his others

Talking Book is part of Stevie Wonder’s mid-70s peak.Stevie plays most of the music on Talking Book. He produces and arranges the album. He uses synthesizers well combined with real musical instruments. The album has two massive # 1 hits: You are the Sunshine (of my life) and Superstition. There are four outstanding songs on the album. You are the sunshine (of my life): love song but not sappy. Great background vocals. Superstition: great synth hook. Biting lyrics. Big Brother: bitter lyrics. Politicians come to the inner city only at election time. The rest of the time they do nothing for the inner city, I believe (when I fall in love with you it will be forever). The other songs are not as strong. The album is a little inconsistent. This is a very good album. Four stars.

Could be funkier, but a very enjoyable listen.

Can’t believe a deaf guy can make music like this.

Stevie Wonder’s Talking Book is a warm, soothing, and beautifully crafted album. I really enjoyed listening to it because there’s something incredibly relaxing about its sound. The combination of Wonder’s soulful vocals, gentle grooves, keyboards, and rich production gives the album a smooth atmosphere that makes it easy to sink into. There are plenty of memorable moments, especially songs like “You Are the Sunshine of My Life” and “Superstition,” which show just how versatile Stevie Wonder was. The album manages to be both laid-back and musically sophisticated, with enough detail to reward repeated listens without ever feeling overwhelming. That said, while I liked Talking Book, I wouldn’t consider it Stevie Wonder’s best album. For me, it feels more like a very strong part of an incredible period in his career rather than the absolute peak. I think albums like Innervisions and Songs in the Key of Life offer more variety, depth, and emotional impact. Overall, Talking Book is a relaxing, soulful, and highly enjoyable listen. It may not be my favorite Stevie Wonder album, but I can definitely understand why it’s so highly regarded. It has a timeless quality that makes it easy to appreciate even decades after its release.

Too much sop - beautiful voice and musicality though of course

En bra låt

Not my favorite Stevie Wonder album. While it still has the Stevie Wonder sound, there was something missing. Superstition is a certified banger but the rest of the album didn't really chart with me.

Tole je balzam napram včer. Načeloma nism tok ljubitelj balad, sam k je tok dobro izvedena ("You and I (We Can Conquer the World)"), mi je pa kul. In o fak, glih crescendo komada se dogaja in je fakin amazing. The pipes on Stevie! In kdorkol je določil sosledje komadov na albumu je mojster. Vajb tega komada ("Tuesday Heartbreak") sede po emocionalnem zaključku prejšnjega. "Superstition" je perfect. Po njem mi sicer en mal dol pade, mi neki komadov niti ne potegne. Ampak, pol se pa album zaključ z "I Believe (When I Fall in Love It Will Be Forever)", k je I guess mal pocukran, but I fucking love it.

mom has this cd in her saturn when i was a kid (some time after totalling the ford which had a tape deck). never connected to it. liked a few tracks this listen around, maybe your baby. so i listened again in the car and was like ahh ok this is car music. i think the album art is actually really good though

really good

Great album!!

Two hugely iconic songs come from Talking Book. The others are a little cheesy.

While not one of my favorites it is a great album. Some tracks are rather long ands overstay their welcome a bit, meandering here and there, but no real significant complaints.

I feel like this is a restrained Stevie Wonder, held back by some record label executives who told him he has to make music that's more accessible. Superstition is a good song.

lacks the majesty of something like Songs in the Key of Life. happy to see they found that one funky piano thing and rolled it into a whole album. definitely has some spark to it but doesn't seem that precious aside from a load-bearing Superstition. soft 3

Rating: 9/10 Exquisite stuff. The kind of album that you can see in hindsight where the artist would get even better, but when it released you might not even have imagined that. It just sounds revolutionary and the work of a generational talent; it's so impressive that in the year 1972 Stevie Wonder was taking soul and funk music, and incorporating synthesizers to perfection seemingly effortlessly to make records with a distinct vision and creativity. This guy is not just an amazing singer and talented multi-instrumentalist, but also undeniably a synth pioneer at this point in his career. He uses the sound to make some beautiful prog soul songs, barely a weak moment to be found. I could and will listen to this forever

Really good, balanced

Good possibility that all the Stevie are getting 5s. Very Superstitious. Nothing more to say. 5 Boolean: TRUE

This album starts syrupy and maudlin and quite frankly, overwrought. I think I respect making track 2 7 minutes long, but I'm not sure. Maybe it's just too much without being very much at all. The seonc half is a lot better, mostly because of Superstition, but I Believe also carries a lot of cross-genre power. Ultimately, a snoozer and kind of forgettable.

3 + 1 for meeting notability guidelines.

track 1: Basic. Well performed. Not terribly novel or special. Feels like run of the mill corny love song. Just kind of ends. track 2: Good goopy funk. Definitely better to be a little high to properly appreciate this one. track 3: melodramatic ballot trying to get poon Track4: I WANNA BE WITH YOU lol Track5: "You got it bad" but he's singing pure thirst. Track 6: This is it. This is the whole reason for this album. delicious funk track 7: it's chill. The political messaging and vague country feel puts it in a sort of early country-folk vibe. track 8: Some slow dance blues. track 9: feels again like it's less for listening to, and more for being high or making out to. Maybe both. not a stellar listen on it's own. track 10: feels like something Styx copied, but maybe with softer edges. Overall feels more like a smattering of different works collected only by their proximity and authorship. The quality ranges wildly and nothing coheres. As an album, not bad, not great. Houses Superstitious though, and that counts for a lot.

Very good album, Stevie was pushing a new sound forward with rnb with this record. Some elements of this album reminded me of Kate Bush's "Never for Ever".

I'm a pretty recent convert to the church of Stevie Wonder. I was only familiar with the hits, and while I liked everything I had heard, I never held them to the same high regard that others did. “Innervisions” came up earlier in this project and changed my mind on that. I got it. I was converted. So, I expected to immediately love “Talking Book”. I mean, it’s the album immediately before “Innervisions”. I was a bit surprised that it didn't click as quickly or easily though. The first moment when I properly sat up to take notice was towards the end of “Maybe Your Baby”. The mantra “Maybe your baby done made some other plans” repeats endlessly as the original Ghostbuster Ray Parker Jr. plays an incredible, meandering guitar solo like a possessed madman in the background. Everything here works so well. The Hohner Clavinet (more on that shortly), the stanky funk melody, the unusual structure and runtime, and of course Stevie’s voice. The vocals confused the hell out of me here. I was fully, fully sure that it was a woman singing the chorus. But the credits list only Stevie and Ray Parker Jr. on the song. It turns out that Stevie was manipulating his voice using varispeed in the studio, recording at one speed and then playing it back at another, to change the timbre of his vocals to sound like a woman’s. I still don’t fully believe it. There must be some poor session singer somewhere who never got a credit, because it sounds so much like a female vocalist took the reins for the chorus. Regardless, it’s a proper tune, and my favourite on the album. Yes even more than “Superstition”. In fact, I’d go as far as saying that the long runtime and unusual structure is perhaps the only reason that it was never a big hit like “Superstition” was. Speaking of “Superstition”. That iconic drum intro lingers long enough to build up anticipation before the even more iconic Clavinet riff comes in. Sounding more like a guitar than a keyboard, it’s instantly recognisable, and properly inspired. The build-up of the rest of the music around it, especially the horn section, is what really makes it come to life. And, of course, it has to be mentioned that Stevie’s voice is at its absolute best here. Going straight into “Big Brother” after this is a great move too. It’s laid-back and bluesy, but much more stripped back than its predecessor. The harmonica is the real star of the show here. It took me a bit longer to fully appreciate the dissonance of those close-voiced jazz harmonies that Stevie uses in songs like “You Are The Sunshine Of My Life” or “You’ve Got It Bad Girl”, but they grew on me, and they’re used excellently to bring in a sort of sweet-and-sour juxtaposition between verse and chorus. I could do without the slow ballads though. “You and I” reminds me of an interlude in a terrible musical film. Although, I have to fully admit that it has stuck in my head more than any other song on the album. Here’s the obligatory “Stevie’s voice is amazing” sentence also. The T.O.N.T.O. creates a full orchestra of sound with layers of texture underneath it all. Speaking of the T.O.N.T.O., the more I read on the production of this album, the more impressive it becomes. With exceptions, a lot of the album is Stevie playing pretty much everything. The two most notable contributors being Ray Park Jr. and Jeff Beck, whose incredible descending clean-toned solo in “Lookin’ For Another Pure Love” makes my eyes widen. “I Believe (When I Fall In Love It Will Be Forever)” closes out the album with one of the all-time catchiest choruses. I love this song. And just when you think it’s ending, Stevie takes it one step further with an incredible funk breakdown just as it fades out.

Doesn't sound as dated as a lot of music from the era.

4.5. Reall great album.

Not to shaby

I think there's something to like on every track, and a couple are certified classics, but some overly sappy and lengthy tracks hold it back a little

Nicer than the last few albums. Liked the relaxed vibes. A bit spoinky sproinky sometimes making it sound goofy.

I love his voice and the songs.

Another great album by Stevie Wonder. Not only fun, but therebis some criticism on some of the songs. Superstition and Big Brither are sime of the highlights and althoughbitvis not as concise as hisblater classic albuns itvis still a great listen. Ans I had to listen to it multiple times as I kept discovering things. 4/5

kurwa?????? ale że stevie wonder???? pierdolona legenda???? nie no zbyt romantyczne na ten moment w moim życiu więc no xdddddd ale album fajny taki chillowy

Banger as always 🔥

lovely very lovely

Solid 3.5

I didn’t find this particularly enjoyable. Might be blasphemous.

Stevie wonder is awesome this album is great

- Dumb thing to say, but goddamn can Stevie sing. - Interesting mix of styles. Sonically dense, almost overwhelming funk, beautifully affecting soul, and some throwbacks, too. - The combo of "Superstition" into "Big Brother" (my favorite) is sublime. - Impressive how most of this does not feel dated. Unfortunately, that does make a few of the easy listening tracks, notably "You've Got It Bad Girl" stick out even more for not feeling nearly as current.

Not my favorite, although it does contain great songs and all time classics. It’s just a little disjointed.

Great album, but for me not Wonder’s best.

Very smooth, very sweet, and very endearing. If I had a book that talked like this I’d probably marry it. Likes: You Are The Sunshine of My Life; Maybe Your Baby; You and I; Superstition; Blame It On The Sun; I Believe

Önnur af þremur Stevie plötum sem ég keypti í Boston 1997. Þessi er ekki síðri en hinar, sum sé fullkomin.

5/5

Superstition is great, but overall I find Stevie Wonder boring and this album didn't change my opinion

My second favourite Stevie album, still awesome!

Perhaps a controversial 4… but it’s more of a 4.5 for me. Very Stevie, but not my fave Stevie

I like it. Funky. Superstition is great

album MUITO BOM. o que falar de stevie wonder? O melhor artista da historia. A musica YOU AND I é uma das melhores musicas de amor que eu ja ouvi. esse cara é genial 2 ou tres musicas que eu nao curti tanto impedem a nota de ser mais melhor, mas os altos sao MUITO altos. te amo stevie. nota 8,8/10

Beautiful!

tis alright I like Superstitions and You Are the Sunshine of my Life, so maybe im just basic :,)

buen disco ni una cancion mala en fin 9/10

I wanted to like this more than I did. It lost me in places, stunned me in other places with how good it was. On second repeat, was growing on me. +1 for Superstition. Such a banger!

Really really liked this album Stevie is just so impressive such an iconic voice and iconic sound in general. Notable bangers You and I, Superstion, Big Brother

I think superstition might be my favorite song of the challenge so far. You and I and Tuesday heartbreak are both standouts to me. I love how Stevie Wonder uses synthesizers to replicate funky base lines. His voice is awesome too; can’t help but be in a good mood, listening to this album. I loved the little Jeff Beck solo as well.

Pretty good but nothing to say. Don’t think about it. Wasn’t he blind

Excellent album. Stevie is a fixture in pop culture and it’s clear why. I had only been familiar with superstition from this album but there’s gem after gem here

I think it is best album by stevie Wonder not much folk but still very good vibes when you listen it

Solo diré que es un álbum transformador y único en alma.

This list is desperately trying to make me a Stevie Wonder fan and it’s just not happening.

When I started this album challenge, Stevie Wonder was never an artist I'd really listened to beyond the greatest hits. I'd always recognised his influence and enjoyed the occasional classic, but I'd never really connected with his albums as complete works. In fact, Songs in the Key of Life was only the second album I reviewed on this challenge, and it completely changed my perspective. I called it a timeless masterpiece and one of the greatest albums I'd ever heard. On the other hand, Innervisions didn't resonate with me in the same way. I enjoyed a handful of individual songs, but as a complete album I found it quite dull. That brings me to Talking Book. There are some genuinely brilliant moments on this album, and when Stevie Wonder is at his best, there's almost nobody better. His songwriting, musicianship and effortless blend of soul, funk and pop are on full display. However, I don't think it's as consistent as Songs in the Key of Life. For every outstanding song, there's another that feels like filler or simply doesn't have the same impact. It's an enjoyable album overall, but outside of a few standout tracks, I can't see myself coming back to it as a complete listening experience. It has flashes of greatness, but it never quite reaches the level I know Stevie Wonder is capable of. Favourite tracks: There are some fantastic songs here. "Superstition" is an absolute classic and, for me, one of Stevie Wonder's greatest songs. I also really enjoyed "I Believe (When I Fall in Love It Will Be Forever)" and "You Are the Sunshine of My Life". Least favourite tracks: Some of the slower songs lost my attention a little. "You and I" and "You've Got It Bad Girl" felt a bit flat compared to the album's stronger moments. Album artwork: A fairly standard album cover that doesn't really hint at the quality of the music inside.

Love the bass and guitar tones throughout the album. Mostly background but a handful of bangers Faves Superstition Maybe your baby Tuesday heartbreak

My favorite one so far, lots of classics occasionally I was very confused as to what Stevie was doing, but still very good

What a sexy little album. Lots of good jazzy and squoinkly almost discoesque beats with a couple good power ballads (see You and I and Blame It on the Sun). Ashamed to admit I didn’t realize Superstition was a stevie boy wonder originale. Nice closing tune too, it’s giving “closing hymn of mass” with a hopeful sendoff. Big fan of this album actually. Can’t see but damn can this gent sing

This album was much more back heavy for me. The instrumentation is layered and innovative, funky, and smooth. I did find the lyrics generally boring though. Wonder's wonder shines mostly through his skill level n the piano, instrumentation, and lush voice. Even if he's just saying I love you over and over. Favorite Tracks: You've Got It Bad Girl Superstition

All told, a middling album when you consider an artist of Stevie Wonder's songwriting prowess. For me, this registers as slightly more than "the album with Superstition on it". To be clear: the production was very strong, and his departure from the Motown mold of his early career is a welcome change. I love how heavily the sound leans on drums and bass, and the synth work is pure magic. Not as orchestral/string-y as Songs in the Key of Life, but the pianist in me was a big fan of the heavy usage of Rhodeys and clavs (clavinet, not Clavicular). HOWEVER, the overall songwriting was a big mark against this album. Way too heavy handed with the lovey-dovey themes for my taste, and frankly just boring a lot of the time. It felt like the lyrics were asleep at the wheel for long stretches of this album. Song notes: - Maybe Your Baby has got some serious oomph. Coming off the intro track, it hits like a ton of bricks, hot and heavy and funky. Love it. - You And I is like warm honey. Sometimes all you need is a piano and a voice (and a little bit of synth). - Tuesday heartbreak had me making some serious stank face and shaking my head like a seal, Stevie-style. - Big Brother reminds me a lot of Village Ghetto Land on SITKOL. Stevie is nothing if not politically outspoken. One of the few tracks with strong writing. The harmonica just rips. - Blame It On The Sun is lyically bland, but I really like the way he uses the drum kit to keep the song from falling into straight up sleepy territory. Favorites: - Maybe Your Baby - You and I - Tuesday Heartbreak - Superstition - Big Brother

Superstition is a certified S-Tier banger. Oh Stevie the wonder you truly are. This is a solid album. Three songs suffer from my only real issue with the r&b/soul music genre, ending a song by repeating the same line over and over for a minute plus. Maybe your Baby, You’ve Got it Bad Girl, and I Believe all suffer from this despite being good songs. Stevie writes songs that make you feel so good. Starting off with a lullaby sweet-ballad like You Are The Sunshine of My Life sets the mood for the album. I lost track of the different instruments Stevie used on this record. I love when variety is deployed and executed well. Favorite Tracks : - You are the sunshine of my life - You and I - Superstition (duhhhh) - Big Brother (you tell em Stevie) - Blame it on the Sun 7.5/10

Another good one, let’s keep the streak up please.

Legendary. As early as this album is, it's legendary.

The notes on Superstitious were the high point for me but not much remarkable outside that. A solid album with solid vocals.

Stevie is altijd de moeite

Heerlijke chille vibes

Great music to be in a better mood

Nice album i likesuperstition

tanning summer bobmarley type -you are the sunshine of my life & looking for another love

There's so much layers to the music that you'd need multiple listens to take it all in, but that keeps it an amazing experience. Wouldn't even call it overwhelming, rather it sort of forces you to relax and be immersed in the sounds. Most all the songs had something interesting about them, and I think the hype goes beyond the fact that this album was an incredible feat to construct.

Me gusta Stevie Wonder, Maybe your baby, no la había escuchado, me gustó harto. Y obvio superstition un hitazo, pero lo demás no me mató nada

This album was a good time. I didn’t realize superstition was on here which was cool

first experience of stevie in album form, really enjoyed ! superstition is one of the most fun to play on guitar hero. will be listening again

Totally class

couple good but lots of boring

Feels sacrilegious to give Stevie less than 4stars but just this particular album lacked the musical depth and complexity of his other masterpieces. Sorry Steve Faves: Sunshine of my life Superstitious Big brother I believe Skips: You and I Tuesday heartbreak

50% bangers, 50% misses. Much preferred the funkier tracks to the slower ones, some of which I found a bit dreary.

I listened to this a few weeks ago when I started my own solo project before joining the Cornwall scheme. I'll repeat my earlier review - Not much to recommend aside from Superstition.

Talkin' bout classics, we talkin' bout classics!

I love how modern artists can take the great parts of Stevie Wonder and leave out all of the bullshit. Beautiful used in the wrong ways. Bloated instrumentation. I'm not much of a Stevie Wonder fan. How did this place for pop albums? I don't think any of this is memorable. You can tell that he would walk over to whatever instrument and just do whatever. No type of coordination at all. Repetitive and drawn out. Superstition is amazing though, particularly for the drumming and clear structure. I don't like the percussion that isn't the drum kit. What ever tribal type of drums is not adding what the songs need. This is the only criticism, honestly the actual individual parts for each instrument are quite interesting and creative. I think its the "coming together" where it seems a bit messy and Stevie is just a show-off. The lyricism is also great and very interesting, I just haven't been reading that much but from what I've heard it sounds like there are some deep themes that Stevie writes about.

baum

Not my favorite of his, but still an excellent work.

A wide ranging, soulful, and jubilant record. I loved this, so many incredible songs, Suspicion alone would turn this into a banger album. I love his voice and combined with the backings, just a smooth and lovely album.

Oh this is literally my favorite Stevie Wonder album - absolute GOLD what an incredible musical genius and treasure Stevie Wonder is. The way this album flows is chef’s kiss I seriously can’t get enough and it remains on heavy rotation, as in I listened to it 3 times last week. Every song on this album is perfect and sooooo tight. He was like what 21 when he released this album? Amazing. So far this is my favorite day of the 1001 album journey

🥞

Unironically my favourite Wonder record. Bite-sized, groovy, funky and such a generational talent. FIVE!

The beginning of Stevie’s classic period - obviously some classics in here but he’d only continue to improve from here - Innervisions is a much stronger effort throughout, although there are plenty of moments of brilliance here to make this an album to return to many times over. Strong 4

I don't mind sweeter songs (and I outright like You Are the Sunshine of my Life), but the best song on here is Superstition and nothing else comes close.

Something great to put on in the background for jazzy, chill vibes. Don’t know if I’d go back to listen to individual songs.

A soulful experience with a generous helping of funk.

Excelente

Fav song: Superstition

Overall: 8/10 I feel like this is a good starting point for Stevie Wonder. I love the funky stuff and I love the slow stuff. I don't have much to say, I just think Stevie is great. Fav Song: Superstition

This was a such a healing balm after the swagless monstrosity of Chicago Transit Authority yesterday. It's a bit slow and lovey-dovey, though – the album's at its best when it funks it up, Superstition being head and shoulders above the rest. I Believe (When I Fall In Love...) strikes a better balance between being sappy and funky than the other slow tracks, and feels about twenty years newer than in it is.

The funky "Superstition" and the soulful "Blame it on the Sun" sum up both sides of this man's skill. Always love hearing anything by him. Glad to be reminded of this one as not one i'd normally go for but pleased to have the opportunity to hearing it right through again.

I don’t completely love the album but I do absolutely love You Are the Sunshine of My Life and I Believe (When I Fall in Love It Will Be Forever) so much. Superstition is okay but these two tracks are just so lovely they deserve all the stars.

Other than a year or so when i was obsessed with songs in the key life - in retrospect seems to have been a response to a fairly deep depression - I am left kinda ambivalent by stevie wonder. It’s nice enough, but too sentimental for me, and too often songs just go on a minute too long. And that goddamn clavinet and endless wah-wah sounds really grate.

STEVIE!!!

a warm lift

Wonderful

“Superstition” and “Blame It On The Sun” might be the best songs this I’ve heard from this entire 1001 list so far. This album gets an 8/10.

Tres joli album. Chanson differente mais elles vont bien ensemble

1. life - 2 2. baby - 1 3. you - 1 4. tuezday - 1 5. bad - 1 6. zuperztition - 2 7. big - 0 8. zun - 1 9. pure - 2 10. believe - 1

2nd song was a stand out

Pre Listen: Stevie Wonder, here's a lad I recognize. I got a couple of his hits on my playlist, "Superstitious" "I Wish" etc. I've liked most all the songs I've heard from him, so I reckon this album won't be any different. Highish expectations as a result. Notable Tracks: You Are the Sunshine of my Life - Great start to this album, sincerely. Bop. Superstitious - Oh shit this ones actually on here. Certified Gold Classic. Love it! Post Listen: That was really nice. I liked every song, the album wasn't too long, incredibly solid album right here. I may add Sunshine to my playlist, but outside of that, every other song was alright. I love Stevie's voice, and that twangy soundin bass and guitar above all. Funky beats to vibe to. No negative notes, didn't have a least favorite song either. Giving this a 4/5, but I may come back to it. I can't place my finger on why it feels like a 4 to me, and not a 5. It's a great album, and I like it a lot, I just don't love it. 4/5.

I rolled out of bed today with more energy than I usually do and left for my morning commute way ahead of schedule, giving me an exceptionally stress-free morning. There was a soft, brief rain that morning that thinned the grey skies enough to let the sun’s rays beam through the light diaphanous clouds in a way that almost felt divine. I pulled up Talking Book excited by the idea of a drive with the music of Stevie Wonder. The whole drive felt warmer, the forests looked lusher, and I realized that I had a light, satisfied smile on my face for my entire—oftentimes irritatingly dreary—commute. I didn’t like Maybe Your Baby though.

Review - a great album, underrated album from his golden era. It's got Superstition of course but there are no duds here, and it's got this vibe of early '70s folksy soul energy that he's not really done since. Love it. Score - 8/10 Need to listen? YES

Very easy listening mixed in with several great tracks. Some of them border on a little too vanilla, but the voice and instrumentation make it smooth enough.

64.5/100

All time favourite Stevie album and probably in my top ten favourite albums over all. A masterpiece

id give it a 5 honestly. beautiful work

Favorite Stevie Wonder album: Talking Book or Innervisions? That’s a call I cannot make. The debate reminds me of Let It Bleed or Sticky Fingers? (although in that case Exile is my top pick). Innervisions like Sticky Fingers, has more grit and funk to it, while song for song Let It Bleed andTalking Book might be the superior records. In other words, we’re dealing with top of the class material here. Having praised this album, I will point out that Wonder’s records do not quite make it onto my all-time great list. It is no crime to be number 52 or so, in a 3,000 record collection. The sentimental ballads prevent my total approval. That criticism is a bit harsh when “You Are the Sunshine of My Life” happens to be a classic in the American songbook. Similarly, “You and I” provides a thoughtful, rest your head on my shoulder, slow dance classic. The writing and singing are too strong to fall under sappy, but they have a level of sentimentality that my cold heart lacks. God bless the Hohner Clavinet and the Moog bass. Wonder’s incredible use of these instruments, a few other new gadgets and his singular drumming remain stunning. He remarkably weaves funkiness and brilliant melodies into experimental music. The clavinet brings a harpsichord meets electric acoustic guitar to provide dirt, grit and sinister sounds. Wonder keeps it to a constant simmer on “Maybe Baby” and “Big Brother.” He showed similar control with the mellower “Tuesday Heartbreak” and “Blame It on the Sun.” The latter is part of the amazing second side, which stands out because I do enjoy the slower material. The stand out of the lesser known songs is “I Believe When I Fall in Love.” The verses are average. Perhaps even filler to just get to the chorus, which spreads instant joy through my body. (See my heart ain’t entirely cold.) Wonder uses the classic technique of holding back the first few times through the chorus. Once you know the song, the restraint becomes musical foreplay. When he gets to the ad-libbed part at the end, he has the listener ready to explode. A major part of the power in “I Believe When I Fall in Love” comes from the drums. The same, of course, can be said about the opening drums of “Superstition”, surely one of the most exciting pieces of music ever recorded. Wonder’s drums fill the spaces between the clavinet groove, pushing it into a whole new version of funk. The amazing balance of these elements musically, and in terms of production, provides a peerless lesson. I expect to write about two or more Wonder albums for the remaining 900 or so records. I will hold back a few superlatives for those future reviews.

Stevie Wonder cannot do anything bad. So many excellent songs on here and a very pleasant listen overall. This album doesn't elevate to the same place I think his other ones do, and it definitely holds some of his more sentimental songs, but still so great either way. Going with 3 at the moment but will be revisiting. Top Songs: Superstition, You Are the Sunshine of My Life, I Believe

9/10

Overall rating : 4.0 / 5 Favorite track(s) : "Superstition" (4.5 / 5) ; "I Believe (When I Fall in Love It Will Be Forever)" (4.5 / 5) ; "Lookin' for Another Pure Love" (4.5 / 5) Least favorite track : "You and I" (2.5 / 5) ------- First time listening to Stevie Wonder, wasn't disappointed. Sadly sounds a little bit repetitive, but nonetheless it was still enjoyable for me. Will most likely listen to it again in the future.

“Superstition” is the anchor and one of the great keyboard performances on record. The clavinet riff sounds like a funk banger until you actually try to understand what’s happening harmonically underneath it, at which point the sophistication becomes audible in a way that casual listening doesn’t reveal. That gap between surface accessibility and underlying complexity is Stevie’s signature throughout — music that sounds inevitable until you look closely and realize how much work is holding it together. Not every track is “Superstition,” which is the honest limitation and also the only fair standard to hold anything to. What surrounds it is still excellent — harmonically and melodically complicated in ways that reward attention, emotionally generous in ways that don’t require it. “You Are the Sunshine of My Life” operates at a completely different register than the opener and earns its place with equal conviction, which is the mark of a record that knows exactly what it has and how to use it. Top to bottom awesome, honestly delivered. The classic period deserved its reputation, and this is where it started.

Overall really great, and it has one of Stevie’s best songs ever with Superstition.

Wow. Sunshine of my life, SUPERSTITION, incredible.

Не моє,5/10

Mid to good, but mostly mid

Prior to Talking Book, I had gotten two other Stevie albums. While I did love them, they left me with doubts that he could write ballads that were as compelling as his higher energy songs. He could not have proved me more wrong. Every song on here is perfect and proved why Stevie is one of the greatest musical minds of all time. Thank you Stevie Wonder I love you.

I like you are the sunshine of my life I like the end of Maybe Your Baby You And I is very romantic I like Tuesday Heartbreak. Superstition is good I enjoy i believe ( when I fall in love it will be forever) I want to say a 4 star album

Ok. Very 70s and dated.

cover made me believe lewis hamilton chose a different career path nice work what can i say

Another hands-down 5. This one also has a special place in my heart. You And I and I Believe are two of the most incredible songs I’ve ever heard. On this listen, I got really into Tuesday Heartbreak. The bass is funkier here, and the theremin is in action in a beautiful way.

eh

Bit schmaltzy for me but I can appreciate there is much beauty here.

Superstition awesome obviously but was disappointed to find the rest of it wasn't really my thing.

There is an incredible ease to the virtuosic songwriting of sir Stevie. I am consistently impressed with every new track I hear. Genre blending, beautiful piano based songs. There’s a reason we studied this record in history of rock & roll. I look forward to diving into key of life and hearing Tal’s favorites. Each song is different and equally impressive. Aside from the hits, big brother and maybe your baby stand out to me instrumentally. Harmonica based tracks are rare to find!!

Superstition je kiff, le reste c’est mid

Amo a música de Stevie Wonder, mas esse não é meu disco favorito dele. Tudo que eu gosto está aqui em bom tamanho, como o groove imparável, a voz impecável, e os instrumentais maravilhosos, e quase tudo sendo tocado pelo próprio Stevie. Virtuosidade incomum e grandemente apreciada. Mas comparado à outros álbuns dele, acho que Talking Book falta um gás adicional. Ainda assim, fantástico álbum. 4/5

Really enjoyed this one. It’s hard not to love Stevie Wonder!

Not his best wor

Funky basslines and sleepy ballads

Ta bien

iskreno, jako visoka trojka. četvorku ne mogu dati jer nije moj đir i nikako se ne pronalazim u ovome. al da valja, itekako valja. čak je po meni dosta bolje od prethodno preslušanog, također solidnog ali trunku prerazvučenog i kakvoćom nedosljednog albuma »songs in the key of life«

Kindle underwhelmed by this one.

Piola, dos temas espectaculares que van a mis listas de reproducción.

Not much to recommend aside from Superstition.

Muito bom

Superstition is an absolute all-timer, love that song. Everything else on this album is fine. Like, there's nothing wrong with it, but it wasn't anything that I really was into or thought of as more than background noise. Well made, just not really my thing.

Meh

I preferred Songs in the Key of Life. This has Superstitious, other than that the rest is too sappy for my liking.

I liked this record, but I find Stevie Wonder's album's too be a bit drawn out. For every great hit, you have to go through a lot of...other stuff.

Обожаю рнб

It's quite lovely

Stevie Wonder improved on the songwriting and singing of his previous records to make a near-flawless album.

Everything about this album is beautiful: from the melodies to the pacing, from the songwriting to the eccentric, genre-defying production. Oftentimes a good album feels like a hearty, filling meal. This is no mortal provision — it is nectar of the gods.

“Wow I forgot how good this album is”-me every time I throw it on the turntable It flows and it grooves. “Superstition” is a mild dance track yet everyone hears it and seems inclined to get up and scuff up the floor (myself included). Side 1 is better than side 2 in my mind, but only by personal preference. Speaking purely on sustenance, the album is a hearty (and funky!) meal. Long live the clavinet

From the first few notes of this, it is like the perfect album. So nostalgic. So warm. So comforting. Great album, I really enjoyed it.

I really, really like the vibe of this album. At times it does get a little repetitive (especially in Maybe Your Baby, which is a really long song, because of the constant repeating of a line, so it does feel a bit dragged out). It can also get a bit boring, since it's a very chill, calm album, but I usually didn't really mind it. I have noticed, that on older albums the tracks are quite a lot longer than the tracks on newer albums, and this is an example of that. Most of the songs are pretty long, but i think there's a nice balance, since there are also shorter/usual length songs on it, even though I'm not the biggest fan of songs that are a lot longer than 4 minutes. I think that this is a great album to throw in the back when you're chatting with someone, crafting, having a drink, because it's very chill, but not boring at the same time. Don't get me wrong it's also good to just listen to regularly. I can see myself revisiting it at some point, just probably not too often. This was the first album that I listened to from Stevie Wonder, and it left a good impression, so I'll probably give some of his other albums a listen as well sometime.

Not for me. Only good song is Superstition.. maybe baby is ok until it starts getting extremely annoying..

Very Wonder coded

Hard to believe this came out as early as it did because a lot of the effects feel much more contemporary. My only gripe is that a lot of the songs get too repetitive by the end for me which is my main problem with all his other albums too…but otherwise so so good.

Vraiment bon mais s’était sur en vrais

I just don’t think it gets better than Stevie. I could listen to him all day and I did.

Yeah this is great, just straight bangers. Loved it, great album to come back to after a week off. Can't really imagine a young Stevie Wonder though, like to me he's always been the same age.

Still a really good album but not his very best. I like Stevie best when he's funky (Superstition/Maybe your Baby), but don't get as much from some of the sappier syrupy stuff (Sunshine of my Life/You and I). 7/10

I wish i could give 3.5. it’s not a 3 or a 4. Superstitions a classic but the rest wasn’t doing it for me

Not including Music of My Mind is crazy, but this is the first of four immaculate albums.

Heard Superstition before obviously, massive banger. It seems Stevie's albums are a hit or miss for me. Innervisions and Songs In The Key Of Life blew my socks off. On the other hand Fulfillingness' First Finale and Talking Book didn't make me go crazy. Had a good time listening to Talking Book but it was missing something more funky for me. Still, can't be mad at Stevie. None of his albums are bad really 2/5

Pretty good

8/10

Feels like every song could easily go down as one of the best of all time.

Can't go wrong with Stevie Wonder on a Monday morning

Rating: 5.0/5 Short Review: Pure joy, soul, and genius. This is the album where Stevie Wonder fully became Stevie Wonder. Every song feels effortless, but the musicianship and songwriting are extraordinary. Favorite Track: “You Are the Sunshine of My Life.” Simple, warm, and timeless. It never gets old.

Some fantastic songs on this album but also some I didn't love. 3.5/5 but I guess I'll give it a 3.

Stevie Wonder could not be more aptly named. This run of albums from Music Of My Mind (my personal favorite) through Songs In The Key Of Life is incredible. Talking Book isn’t the best of the five and it’s hard not to compare them, but it possesses a few of his best songs. Innervisions and SITKOL are more solid albums, but who else can claim a run of 5 albums this good? Dylan? Beatles? Stones? Bowie? Tough company and Stevie played most, if not all, the instruments on these records. Amazing. 3.7 ^

It was cool

Damn! I have to give this a five. I'm not a huge Stevie Wonder fan, but this is very good. Not something I'd listen to every day, but there's not a bad song on the album, and some absolute timeless hits. I imagine I'll hit some more of his albums later. We'll see how those do. Meantime, this is a classic, well worth a listen.

This is something I’d listen to on a sunny weekend while lazing about outside. It has a combination of songs that I knew; songs that I didn’t know, but would not mind finding out more about the lyrics; and songs I don’t really ever need to hear again. It’s a good album, I didn’t hate it and the songs don’t all sound the same, just some of them do. 3/5

Some really lovely tracks. need to listen again as it's been a few days now. always kind of a disney take on life with stevie wonder. but its really good

still on his fantastic run - not quite as funky as my faves - ie key of life and the one with living for the city, but man superstition goes hard.

I've long been a fan of Stevie's work, so I was happy to listen to this album. There were a couple of songs that went on a little too long (Maybe Your Baby & Lookin For Another Pure Love) for my taste, but on the whole listening was an enjoyable experience. Best songs: "You Are The Sunshine Of My Life" and "Superstition". I liked the first part of "I Believe (When I Fall In Love With You It Will Be Forever)" but the additional musical part of "come on let's fall in love" along with the continuous repetition of the song's title really didn't add to the song for my taste.

It's no Songs in the Key of Life, but that doesn't mean it can't be a 5/5 too

All the albums in Stevie's classic period are amazing. This one has some absolute classics. Is it the best of classic period? Probably not, but it probably has some of the most well known songs from the classic period (Superstition and You are the Sunshine). Add to that the gorgeous closer I Believe When I Fall in Love, and I think we gotta go 5 on this one.

This man really didn't make a bad album in the 70s. It's a 4.5/5, with legendary songs. I've always liked Stevie, but through this challenge, he and Bowie have taken their place as the greatest singers-songwriters of all time in my mind.

I forget just how good this is. Consistently brilliant from start to finish. Love that tonto sound on this record in particular. I couldn't say that You and I isn't my favourite song. Superstition is so heavily played, but it really is excellent.

Sometimes I really hate Stevie Wonder. His music is flawless, he played nearly every instrument, and he had just turned 22 when he recorded this record. I can't even fathom what it would mean to be this talented. Flawless record overall. I Believe is such a powerful song and the perfect closer.

I'd give it a 4.5/5 if I could (I take it back this is a 5/5). This album was a banger! Fav Tracks: You Are The Sunshine of My Life, Tuesday Heartbreak, Superstitious, Big Brother, Blame it on the Sun

Love me some Stevie Wonder. This album had a nice mix of funk and soul, which paired well with Mr. Wonder's delicious vocals. The album cover is also pretty dope.

Great album, I don’t listen to much Stevie wonder but I really enjoy this one. Very funky and smooth. Easy on the ears

Great album. Stevie Wonder weaves between funky songs and slower groovy songs here, making for a smooth and pleasant listen. Timeless, Stevie Wonder is truly a generational talent that always provides at least a solid listen.

It's hard to not enjoy this album. Stevie's sweet vocals never fail to put me in a good mood, and the groovy instruments do great work. This is simple, fine, and high quality music from one of the greatest musicians of all time, with a couple of timeless hits to boot.

Stone cold funky genius

Incredible album. Great feel and songs.

Solid album. Not really my vibe but I can appreciate good music even if If it's not my style.

Holy mind-numbing repetition, Batman! That second track nearly broke me. I'm surprised how much I didn't enjoy this album given Stevie's legendary reputation. If I'm being honest with myself, when I wasn't feeling bored with this, I was actively annoyed by it. Which has me thinking... Maybe people really do like this. Or maybe the reputation of the artist's name makes them think they do. It certainly made me expect something better than what I got. Question: If the name on the cover was "Joe Smith", would you still like it as much?

I don’t really want to negate the two hits on this but the rest was utterly unenjoyable. those hits weren’t enough to anchor this album though. So i guess im going to do just that.

1970s Stevie Wonder was basically untouchable. The highlight here is "Superstition," obviously. And that song is so good that even if the rest of the album was just dogs farting into a microphone, it would still be five stars. Thankfully, that wasn't the direction opted for, and tracks such as "You Are The Sunshine Of My Life" and "I Believe (When I Fall In Love It Will Be Forever)" are worthy of hanging with "Superstition." And this isn't even his best album!

A good album with some classic tunes. Not my favorite Stevie album but still solid.

The album was super mixed. Interesting songs, classic songs, and then some weirdness all mixed in together.

Sehr cooles Album

nicht schlecht, aber fand das andere (songs in the key of life) besser. Superstition ein Banger.

Gut, aber kein 5-Sterne Album wie Songs in the Key of Life

Unfortunately everything is a slog to get through besides Superstition. That song is the reason this is getting a 3 instead of a 2

I don’t dare listen to this album a second time to decide what to rate, even typing the title of ‘You Are The Sunshine Of My Life’ risks lodging it in my head for a fortnight, but it was pleasant.

Some songs are nice

Banger by a Legend? Check. Even if it didn't have my favorite Stevie tunes on it, it would still be solid. But Superstition alone is worth 2 stars. 100/5

Stevie makes good music.

Sunshine - solid start. Maybe Your Baby - very bluesy, twisty, nice. Bonus "Heehee"??. Sadly, the song overstays its welcome for my taste, transforms and changes a bit too much. You and I - more impressive than fun to listen to, man's got some pipes. Tuesday - started interesting, was just kinda OK overall, totally fine. Bad Girl - very smooth, like silk. Superstition - suddenly we walking in a wide confident stance on main street. Big Brother - what an unusual combination of tones? Kazoo and stuff. Interesting subject matter. Blame it on the sun - Not a huge fan of this style tbh. Pure love - kinda what i imagined most of the album to be before listening to it, not a huge fan, just kinda alright. I Believe - the vocals, melody and instruments are a more driving and cohesive whole on this track relative to the previous few, so I do like it! Overall pretty good, even if it's not my jam. A bit better, I think, than the other soul/jazz/funk stuff I've listened to thus far. Not sure if this is supposed to be some genuine and objective 5/5, for me it didn't blow me away, but it was very good nonetheless.

My second Stevie Wonder record just this week; Songs in the Key of Life on Monday, this on Friday, so I guess the generator is almost forcing me to compare them. Anyway, Key of Life is brilliant, but I think I'd rather put this on again. It doesn't achieve overall perfection, a few songs such as Big Brother are skips here, but it's overall tighter, and has more of a sound of discovery and experimentation compared to Key of Life where Stevie is operating at maximum velocity and confidence the whole way through.

One of Stevies best albums, full of soul this and he started to explore more expanded arrangements here away from the 60s sound.

Stevie to jest chodzące słońce. Te muzyka ma w sobie tyle szczęścia i energii… Optymizmu, ale bez naiwności. 7/10

Obviously superstitious was the best song, not a big fan of classic soul musics, so I have no rights to judge it. Generally not my type, but started vibing to it after few listens.

This is obviously a very good album. I actually own the CD, although I have not listened to it that much over the years. Some of the tracks are really good. I particularly enjoy: "Maybe Your Baby" (though not a fan of the last section), "Tuesday Heartbreak", "Big Brother", "Looking for Another Pure Love" (very nice guitar), "I Believe..." (though this is another song with an end section I don't really love), or "Superstition" (a classic, and clearly my favourite track in the album)... And, by the way, I did not forget "You Are the Sunshine...". It's just that I don't particularly like thar song. Overall, a perfectly solid 4 star album.

thing this does better than SITKOL: the funky tracks. Stevie Wonder excels at super nasty grooves here. thing this does worse than SITKOL: the ballads. Stevie would get much better at balancing the syrup with time. Stevie Wonder is generally pretty damn great and this album is no different, even if it doesn’t best Innervisions and Songs in the Key of Life. deserves to be one of the 1001? i think it’s notable enough but if you were to leave it off i wouldn’t mind too much

debole, non prende

A very good album, but is nothing close to the masterpiece that is Songs in the Key of Life

Like both of the other Stevie Wonder albums I've listened to there were bits I really liked (the funkier stuff) and bits I quite disliked (the ballads). So, once again, it's a mix and it's a 3.

"Superstition" is a great song, but the rest isn't my taste.

Embarrassingly my only real listening to Stevie Wonder growing up was limited to Ebony and Ivory and I Just Called To Say I Love You. Haha. It’s only through this process I have come to appreciate what a genius ‘younger’ Stevie was. Great album very much enjoyed it.

classic

Classic. Absolute GOAT album from Stevie only surpassed by SKL

What genre is this? not what I was expecting, very wholesome, just great.

intressante Musik, der Name war mir bekannbt

not a fan of stevie wonder but this still really good

The undeniable master of funk

There are some great tracks and a couple of genuine classics on this record (but also a little bit of padding).

Superstition is good...

It's smooth riding. Somthing is missing I enjoy in other later albums. Real easy listening though.

It’s fine. I enjoyed it enough but definitely wanted it over by the time I was halfway though the album.

You and I, Tuesday Heartbreak, Blame it on the sun check more Big Brother 1984 jorjor wel

favs: maybe your baby superstition lookin’ for another pure love i believe (when i fall in love it will be forever) rating 2/5

Stevie Wonder is a fantastic artist. Delighted to get the opportunity to listen to this album. Some great numbers here. I'm going to just hold back from a full score as I think there are even better Stevie Wonder albums.

As with all Stevie Wonder albums, the production here is absolutely immaculate. Where this album falters just slightly is its consistency. All tracks are relatively solid but when such amazing tracks like You Are The Sunshine Of My Life and Superstition are bookended with weaker ones, it can feel slightly disappointing.

Obviously talented to the max but the style just isn't mine. Most of the tracks lack energy that I need to replay them ever again. Favourite tracks: Maybe Your Baby, Tuesday Heartbreak, Superstition 2.5/5

Stevie Wonder is a genius. This album features three of his best pieces. The rest of the songs are less spectacular but still fantastic. I want to listen again. A 4.

I did not enjoy this whatsoever

Big Brother