Wonder's single "Fingertips" was a No. 1 hit on the Billboard Hot 100 in 1963, at the age of 13, making him the youngest artist ever to top the chart. Wonder's critical success was at its peak in the 1970s. His "classic period" began in 1972 with the releases of Music of My Mind and Talking Book, the latter featuring "Superstition", which is one of the most distinctive and famous examples of the sound of the Hohner Clavinet keyboard. His works Innervisions (1973), Fulfillingness' First Finale (1974) and Songs in the Key of Life (1976) all won the Grammy Award for Album of the Year, making him the tied-record holder for the most Album of the Year wins, with three. He is also the only artist to have won the award with three consecutive album releases. Wonder began his "commercial period" in the 1980s; he achieved his biggest hits and highest level of fame, had increased album sales, charity participation, high-profile collaborations (including Paul McCartney and Michael Jackson), political impact, and television appearances. Wonder has continued to remain active in music and political causes.
Wonder is one of the best-selling music artists of all time, with sales of over 100 million records worldwide. He has won 25 Grammy Awards (the most by a solo artist) and one Academy Award (Best Original Song, for the 1984 film The Woman in Red). Wonder has been inducted into the Rhythm and Blues Music Hall of Fame, Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and Songwriters Hall of Fame. He is also noted for his work as an activist for political causes, including his 1980 campaign to make Martin Luther King Jr.'s birthday a federal holiday in the U.S. In 2009, he was named a United Nations Messenger of Peace, and in 2014, he was honored with the Presidential Medal of Freedom.
Wonder was born Stevland Hardaway Judkins in Saginaw, Michigan, on May 13, 1950, the third of five children born to Lula Mae Hardaway, and the second of Hardaway's two children with Calvin Judkins. He was born six weeks premature which, along with the oxygen-rich atmosphere in the hospital incubator, resulted in retinopathy of prematurity, a condition in which the growth of the eyes is aborted and causes the retinas to detach, so he became blind.
A Warm Little Home On A Hill
Stevie Wonder Lyrics
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And the present that's hiding somewhere
And the world is so peaceful and still
You can almost hear love in the air
There's a blanket of snow on the ground
And a bright little star in the sky
And your heart knows that Santa's around
There's gift bringing and bells ringing
And warm little feet by the fire
There are kids playing and folks praying
And somewhere the sound of a choir
There's two people who never will part
And two stockings we still have to fill
There's a warm little place in my heart
For our warm little home on a hill
There's gift bringing and bells ringing
And warm little feet by the fire
There are kids playing and folks praying
And somewhere the sound of a choir
There's two people who never will part
And two stockings we still have to fill
There's a warm little place in my heart
For our warm little home on a hill
The lyrics to Stevie Wonder's A Warm Little Home On A Hill are a beautiful homage to the joys and comforts of the holiday season. The song paints a vivid picture of a perfect Christmas setting - a cozy home on a hill, blanketed in snow with the stars shining bright above. The quiet and peace of the world around them is interrupted only by the sounds of love, generosity, and community.
The first verse immediately puts the listener into this setting - a place so warm and peaceful that you can almost hear love in the air. The second verse brings in the holiday-specific details - stocking-stuffing, Santa Claus, and the twinkling eyes of children waiting for Christmas morning. The chorus then brings it all together - the sound of bells ringing and the warmth of a fire surrounded by family and friends. The final verse brings in the most important aspect of the season - the idea of togetherness and love - with two people who will never part and a warm little heart filled with love for their home on the hill.
The song's simple melody and sweet lyrics make it a classic holiday favorite for many. For those who have experienced a cozy Christmas at home, the song perfectly captures the essence of that feeling. It's a reminder that, no matter what else is happening in the world, there is always joy and love to be found in the small moments and the warmth of our loved ones.
Line by Line Meaning
There's a warm little home on a hill
There's a cozy abode situated on a hill
And the present that's hiding somewhere
There's a surprise gift that's waiting to be discovered
And the world is so peaceful and still
The surroundings are calm and serene
You can almost hear love in the air
The atmosphere is filled with affection and tenderness
There's a blanket of snow on the ground
The ground is covered with a layer of snow
And a bright little star in the sky
A vibrant star is shining in the sky
And your heart knows that Santa's around
Your intuition tells you that Santa is nearby
By the twinkle in everyone's eye
People's eyes are sparkling with joy and excitement
There's gift bringing and bells ringing
Gifts are being exchanged and bells are being rung
And warm little feet by the fire
People's feet are cozy and warm by the fire
There are kids playing and folks praying
Children are enjoying themselves while adults are praying
And somewhere the sound of a choir
The sound of a choir can be heard somewhere in the distance
There's two people who never will part
Two individuals will always remain together
And two stockings we still have to fill
Two stockings still need to be filled with gifts
There's a warm little place in my heart
A special feeling of warmth and comfort exists in my heart
For our warm little home on a hill
This feeling is due to our snug little abode situated on a hill
Lyrics Β© Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Ronald N. Miller, Bryan Wells
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@Wolfhoundersful
There's a warm little home on a hill
And the presents are hiding somewhere
And the world is so peaceful and still
You can almost hear love in the air
There's a blanket of snow on the ground
And a bright little star in the sky
And your heart knows that Santa is near
By the twinkle in everyone's eye
There's gift bringing and bells ringing
And warm little feet by the fire
There are kids playing and folks praying
And somewhere the sound of a choir
There's two people that never will part
And two stockings we still have to fill
There's a warm little place in my heart
For our warm little home on the hill
@denisebrown3888
My favorite Christmas song by Stevie. Its beautiful, compassionate and so adoring. β€οΈππβ€οΈππ
@marissapearls2594
My parents bought me this tape back in the 90s when I was a kid. And I loved this song, ever since! A Motown Christmas was an awesome Christmas! I thank God I got to listen to this beautiful music by these talented artists! No, LEGENDS!!!
@dway8089
Me and my mom still have the CD
@Wolfhoundersful
There's a warm little home on a hill
And the presents are hiding somewhere
And the world is so peaceful and still
You can almost hear love in the air
There's a blanket of snow on the ground
And a bright little star in the sky
And your heart knows that Santa is near
By the twinkle in everyone's eye
There's gift bringing and bells ringing
And warm little feet by the fire
There are kids playing and folks praying
And somewhere the sound of a choir
There's two people that never will part
And two stockings we still have to fill
There's a warm little place in my heart
For our warm little home on the hill
@norapeterson6331
One of the most beautiful Christmas songs I've ever heard. Plus, he is my favorite male singer of all time. ππ»
@hiadexuwu9888
Love this songβ€β€β€
@kennycruickshank1870
never heard it until recently...beautiful tune for waltzing...love it.
@myrontaylor1150
This whole album was awesome every record was at least as good or better than this record believe me I am talking about Stevie Wonders Christmas Album.
@Foldisfitch
What a song/performance!
@jjones4735
It's not Christmas without this songβ€β€β€β€β€