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.
The Christmas Song
Stevie Wonder Lyrics
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Jack Frost nipping at your nose
Yuletide carols being sung by a choir
And folks dressed up like Eskimos
Everybody knows a turkey and some mistletoe
Help to make the season bright
Tiny tots with their eyes all a-glow
They know that Santa's on his way
He's loaded lots of toys and goodies on his sleigh
And every Mother's child is gonna spy
To see if reindeer really know how to fly
And so I'm offering this simple phrase
To kids from one to ninety-two
Although it's been said many times, many ways
Merry Christmas to you
And so I'm offering this simple phrase
To kids from one to ninety-two
Although it's been said many times, many ways
Merry Christmas to you
Stevie Wonder's "The Christmas Song" is a classic holiday tune that embodies the festive spirit of Christmas. The lyrics paint a vivid and nostalgic picture of Christmas traditions with images of chestnuts roasting on an open fire, Jack Frost nipping at your nose, and yuletide carols being sung by a choir. The opening verse sets the tone for the song with the portrayal of a warm and cozy winter evening. The line "folks dressed up like Eskimos" evokes an image of people bundled up in warm clothing, enjoying the winter wonderland outside.
The song goes on to describe the excitement and anticipation of Christmas, with every Mother's child keeping an eye out for Santa Claus and his reindeer. It emphasizes the joy of giving and receiving gifts during the season, with Santa loading lots of toys and goodies on his sleigh. The final verse offers a simple message of holiday cheer and goodwill, wishing everyone a Merry Christmas, regardless of their age.
Overall, Stevie Wonder's rendition of "The Christmas Song" is a charming and heartwarming tribute to the beloved festivities of Christmas, evoking a sense of nostalgia and warmth for listeners of all ages.
Line by Line Meaning
Chestnuts roasting on an open fire
Experience the warmth of Christmas with chestnuts roasted over an open fire
Jack frost nipping at your nose
The biting cold of winter is a sign that Christmas is around the corner
Yuletide carols being sung by a choir
The joyous sounds of carolers singing yuletide songs can put anyone in the Christmas spirit
And folks dressed up like Eskimos
It's fun to get dressed up in warm clothing and pretend to be Eskimos during the winter season
Everybody knows a turkey and some mistletoe
Certain things like turkey and mistletoe are synonymous with Christmas and can really brighten up the season
Help to make the season bright
These Christmas traditions can bring joy and brightness to the season
Tiny tots with their eyes all a-glow
The excitement of Christmas can be seen in the eyes of children with wonder and excitement
Will find it hard sleeping tonight
Kids are so excited about Santa, presents, and the wonders of Christmas that they can't easily fall asleep
They know that Santa's on his way
Children eagerly anticipate Santa's arrival on Christmas Day
He's loaded lots of toys and goodies on his sleigh
Kids hope to receive lots of presents from Santa and imagine him loading his sleigh with goodies
And every Mother's child is gonna spy
On Christmas Eve, kids are known to sneak around and try to catch a glimpse of Santa delivering their presents
To see if reindeer really know how to fly
One of the greatest wonders of Christmas is the thought of Santa's reindeer flying through the cold winter night
And so I'm offering this simple phrase
In conclusion, I would like to share a simple yet heartfelt message
To kids from one to ninety-two
This message is meant for everyone, from the very young to the young at heart
Although it's been said many times, many ways
Even though this message may have been shared many times before in various ways
Merry Christmas to you
I wish you all a very Merry Christmas filled with love, joy, and peace.
Lyrics © Ceylon Records, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Mel Torme, Robert Wells
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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"Someday At Christmas"
Someday at Christmas men won't be boys
Playing with bombs like kids play with toys
One warm December our hearts will see
A world where men are free
Someday at Christmas there'll be no wars
When we have learned what Christmas is for
When we have found what life's really worth
There'll be peace on earth
Someday all our dreams will come to be
Someday in a world where men are free
Maybe not in time for you and me
But someday at Christmas time
Someday at Christmas we'll see a land
With no hungry children, no empty hand
One happy morning people will share
Our world where people care
Someday at Christmas there'll be no tears
All men are equal and no men have fears
One shining moment, one prayer away
From our world today
Someday all our dreams will come to be
Someday in a world where men are free
Maybe not in time for you and me
But someday at Christmas time
Someday at Christmas man will not fail
Hate will be gone and love will prevail
Someday a new world that we can start
With hope in every heart
Someday all our dreams will come to be
Someday in a world where people are free
Maybe not in time for you and me
But someday at Christmas time
Someday at Christmas time
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Mr. Stevie Wonder - Thank you for all of your support along the way. You have truly been there for me since Day 1. I am so grateful that we have been able to reconnect. You are an inspiration to all of us.
@langlands8716
great song
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Andra you have such an incredible voice! A classic soul, with your own unique sound. Cheering for you!
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I like very much your voice!