Superstition
Stevie Wonder Lyrics
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Very superstitious, ladder's 'bout to fall
Thirteen month old baby, broke the lookin' glass
Seven years of bad luck, the good things in your past
When you believe in things that you don't understand
Then you suffer
Superstition ain't the way, yeah
Ooh, very superstitious, wash your face and hands
Rid me of the problem, do all that you can
Keep me in a daydream, keep me goin' strong
You don't wanna save me, sad is my song
When you believe in things you don't understand
Then you suffer
Superstition ain't the way, yeah, yeah
Whoa, hey, hoo
Very superstitious, nothin' more to say
Very superstitious, the Devil's on his way
Thirteen month old baby, broke the lookin' glass
Seven years of bad luck, good things in your past, mhm
When you believe in things that you don't understand
Then you suffer
Superstition ain't the way, no, no, no
Stevie Wonder's song Superstition is all about the notion that people often create their own fears and anxieties by believing in superstitions. The track is built around a funky bass line and features lyrics that suggest that the singer is warning us against falling for superstitions, which can lead to unnecessary anxiety and misery. He warns us that if we believe in things we don't understand, we'll suffer- and he encourages us to abandon superstitions altogether.
The lyrics include references to common superstitions such as the fear of Friday the 13th and the belief that breaking a mirror brings seven years of bad luck. "Thirteen month old baby, broke the lookin' glass, Seven years of bad luck, the good things in your past," implies that the singer is referencing Friday the 13th (which can fall in the 13th month of the year) and suggesting that breaking a mirror should not dictate our fortunes. In the chorus, he repeats that superstition is not the way and encourages us to believe in things we can understand, rather than fear them.
Overall, "Superstition" by Stevie Wonder is a song that serves as a reminder that it's best to believe in things that are based in reality and evidence, rather than superstitions that can only bring about unnecessary stress and anxiety.
Line by Line Meaning
Very superstitious, writings on the wall
Believing in superstitions is like thinking something is true just because you read it somewhere, which can be misleading and harmful.
Very superstitious, ladder's 'bout to fall
Believing that something bad is going to happen just because of a superstition is irrational and unnecessary.
Thirteen month old baby, broke the lookin' glass
Superstitions about the number 13 or breaking mirrors causing bad luck shouldn't dictate your actions or beliefs.
Seven years of bad luck, the good things in your past
Focusing too much on superstitions and bad luck can prevent you from appreciating the good things in your life.
When you believe in things that you don't understand
Then you suffer
Superstition ain't the way, yeah
Believing in superstitions without any basis of knowledge or understanding can lead to stress, anxiety and negative consequences. Therefore, superstition is not a reliable way of thinking or behaving.
Ooh, very superstitious, wash your face and hands
Rid me of the problem, do all that you can
Keep me in a daydream, keep me goin' strong
You don't wanna save me, sad is my song
Trying to rid yourself of bad luck through superstitious rituals, which can be time-consuming and futile, can leave you feeling helpless and unmotivated.
Whoa, hey, hoo
Interlude
Very superstitious, nothin' more to say
Very superstitious, the Devil's on his way
Thirteen month old baby, broke the lookin' glass
Seven years of bad luck, good things in your past, mhm
Believing too much in superstitions without any logical reasoning is like inviting negativity, which can give rise to fear, anxiety and paranoia.
When you believe in things that you don't understand
Then you suffer
Superstition ain't the way, no, no, no
Believing and acting upon irrational thoughts and superstitions can lead to unwanted negative outcomes, making it imperative to not give into such beliefs.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Stevie Wonder
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@t3flond0n
As a person slowly losing my sight, this is the single most inspiring song that I can sing as the light fades. Learning to play it on the keyboard is the joy of my life at the moment. God bless you Stevie.
@MrSloth-tl5yv
God damn, the thought of not being able to draw or see color is probably my worst nightmare. You’re a damn legend if you can go through life without being hit by it as an obstacle. I hope you don’t lose your sight, best of luck.
@qu1nnc
Best of luck, you don't know what you have till it's gone.
@couragekarnga8735
From a completely blind person, good luck to you. I've been blind since birth. I can't imagine what it's like to slowly lose your sight. Best wishes to you and yours.
@unknownbear9811
@@couragekarnga8735 😂😂😂 lol i didnt see that coming
@texx240
Powerful wow 👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼
@vadimkozlov3008
This bassline has been stuck in my head for an entire month.
@willritter4076
I'd be honored if some Stevie Wonder fans would take a quick listen to my acoustic piano & vocal performances of SEPTEMBER by Earth Wind & Fire, HEART TO HEART by Kenny Loggins, and VIRTUAL INSANITY by Jamiroquai on my YT in tribute to the masters of groove who followed the trail that Stevie blazed in the early & mid 70s. Live acoustic with no autotune. Peace and stay safe.
@jjferreira2048
@@willritter4076 you're awesome!
@rees1785
only a month??? whenever I feel good and like the world can't touch me, this is my background head music playing automatically while walking down the street hahaha