Andy, sending love and positive vibes to your mom and stepdad .. . and to you, as well. Cancer is just a heartless bastard. I'm glad this perfect song from Stevie Wonder touched your heart!
@scottingram7634
4 ай бұрын
Love the compassionate pat on the back from Mikey.
@lockedouttv8617
4 ай бұрын
Stevie was born on May 13, 1950, so it’s really easy to calculate how old he was when his songs were released. He was only 17 when he recorded this and 18 when it was released! He was 20 when he wrote and produced “Signed, Sealed, Delivered” and 22 when “Superstition” was released. The man is truly a Wonder!
@ILDomer17
3 ай бұрын
Wow.
@kenhoyer8601
3 ай бұрын
and fingertips when he was 13
@johnhughes3214
4 ай бұрын
Such an incredibly life affirming song. The great James Jamerson played a completely improvised bass line, without a single bar repeated throughout the song.
@pedroV2003
4 ай бұрын
Honestly if this track had just been bass and vocal it would work. Jamerson is the Roy Hobbs of bass.
@Bass_Playa_Two_Point.O
4 ай бұрын
I knew that sounded like Jamerson. Thanks for the confirmation.
@rantandroll7583
4 ай бұрын
JJ rules!
@adriennepender673
4 ай бұрын
Jamerson, the GOAT.
@donnasharpe3451
4 ай бұрын
Earl Van Dyke killing the piano.
@nyrocks5580
4 ай бұрын
Stevie makes any day better.
@valerieh84
4 ай бұрын
Bestest wishes to Andy’s stepdad ❤
@jessicalee7119
4 ай бұрын
This song is timeless. Check out, I was made to love her, 1967 . He was 17 years old! A born genius!
@amyd6591
4 ай бұрын
That was played at our wedding reception. ❤
@evillemike2009
4 ай бұрын
There's something about this tune that feels like it couldn't possibly be from way back in 1968. Eternal and timeless.
@JamieDavisBooks
4 ай бұрын
I agree. I never realized it was from that far back in his catalog.
@laredolassoo
4 ай бұрын
...while also a great representation of that era.
@jessicacoleman4673
4 ай бұрын
Can't go wrong with Stevie! Prayers for your family Andy.
@daneelolivaw602
4 ай бұрын
A london born boy here, i had just left School to start work when this was released, i was 15 years old, What a bunch of lucky little sods we were. We all went mad for anything from Motown, and Steve Wonder was a big favorite over here, Great times, great memories, and wonderful, wonderful music.
@iangrant3615
4 ай бұрын
I say it every time. Stevie Wonder is the greatest male solo artist of the second half of the 20th century. His impact is immeasurable.
@kentzepick4169
4 ай бұрын
Amen to that!
@cmale3d
4 ай бұрын
His talent and range are limitless! Charisma, style, fashion all A+++ for more than half a century. All that and he's genuinely the nicest down to earth human! He reminds me of Muhamad Ali in that aspect. Never ever too big for the smallest act of kindness. Need more Stevies in our world!
@tylerhackner9731
4 ай бұрын
💯💯💯💯💯
@lynnschnekenburger7270
4 ай бұрын
You're absolutely right!!! The man is a genius !!!
@dalinaddei
4 ай бұрын
He is maybe the G.O.A.T.
@kellyreiterman
4 ай бұрын
How many of us have sung this at the top of our lungs in the car when we're in love? Hell, even when we're not in love but want to be? Lots of love to you and your family, Andy.
@flippinpages6550
4 ай бұрын
Saw him in 1968 in San Francisco at the old Fillmore. The Rolling Stones played the same night. We were all so young.
@GrumpyOldGuy534
4 ай бұрын
Another early Stevie tune worth catching "I was made to love her"
@mandarinlearner
4 ай бұрын
Isn't She Lovely is an amazing song about the birth of his child....remember that he's blind when you hear this, it's at a different level
@AaronKelley1969
4 ай бұрын
Andy, thanks so much for sharing that story about your mom & step-dad. Cancer is a bitch dude and I'm so glad that you can be there with them. I hope it goes without saying that we're all pulling for your family. If there's anything you need, just reach out, brother. If we can provide, it's yours. God bless!
@emilyflotilla931
4 ай бұрын
If you're not chair dancing, you're not human.
@brendahhstiles9992
4 ай бұрын
I actually got up and danced around! Lol
@chezzachezza7325
4 ай бұрын
😂😂😂 👏 👏 👏 👏 👏 👏 @@brendahhstiles9992
@willowvee5844
4 ай бұрын
I'm human, then!😄
@drg3712
4 ай бұрын
No one blows a harp like Stevie.. always so distinctive and amazing.
@karenmckinlay1472
4 ай бұрын
A harp? Are you sure? Perhaps you meant harmonica (although three people did agree with you!) 😄
@StuartBiliack
4 ай бұрын
Harp is musician-talk for a harmonica, shortened from mouth-harp. Like axe is a guitar.
@karenmckinlay1472
4 ай бұрын
@@StuartBiliack How have I got to 63 years of age and never known this? Every day a school day! Thank you! 😃
@StuartBiliack
4 ай бұрын
If you remember Credence Clearwater's Down on the Corner, there's that line, "Willy picks a tune out, and he blows it on the harp."
@glenndespres5317
4 ай бұрын
I’m picturing at least 3 different harps to cover the range of notes he hit! Like Rick Wakeman or Keith Emerson surrounded by keyboards.
@michaelyount3176
4 ай бұрын
Can't hear Stevie without thinking of Paul Simon winning album of the year back in the 70's -- and thanking Stevie for not producing an album that year....
@surlechapeau
4 ай бұрын
A&A, you’ll love his “Ribbon In The Sky” and "You Haven't Done Nothin'" !!! The 8th Wonder of the World!!!
@GreggOliverBass
4 ай бұрын
as a professional bass player for many years, I will tell you that transcribing James Jamerson's line and studying them (along with the chord chart) could be 50% of all you need to do to get "good enough" to make a living
@danmayberry1185
4 ай бұрын
Music is horrible career advice (not bitter), but sponging up Jamerson would be an excellent use of your time.
@GreggOliverBass
4 ай бұрын
@@danmayberry1185 agree
@GreggOliverBass
4 ай бұрын
@@danmayberry1185 agree - if there is any doubt in your mind that you could be something else, do THAT.
@clare1061
3 ай бұрын
Stevie Wonder just gets you going, his music is pure gold. 63 years old now and I never get burnt out on it.
@XCaliKev
4 ай бұрын
👍🤠 Great song, liked it for nearly 40 years. Andy, cancer is not an automatic death sentence. I’ve beaten stage 4 twice and have stage 3 now fighting it now. “No one fights alone” be there for him, especially the bad days. (S)
@zogger5281
4 ай бұрын
Welcome to Stevie Wonder. The man made unique, super music. For awhile he owned the music world. Where are the musicians like this today?
@chrisross-fd3fo
4 ай бұрын
it really is a great song and he did make it his own .. but I dont think he wrote the song because tony bennett had an album called for once in my life.with a song of the same title..grandma had it in no later than 68. cause she moved and my dad helped her but apparently a couple of boxes "wouldnt fit in her new place" lol and dad had " to store them"..i really doubt tony wrote it either.
@samueltabo3390
4 ай бұрын
Love 💗💗💗 imagine Stevie was a teenager when he recorded all his songs in the 60s! 18 when he recorded this. Thanks for sharing. God given talent
@waxthevan79
4 ай бұрын
You guys need to hit his cover of "We Can Work It Out". One of the best Beatles covers.
@annbeguity5932
4 ай бұрын
Even Greater Dept: This song was an *old* chestnut, most commonly (but not exclusively) done as a ballad by Sinatra, Bennett, and lounge singers in piano bars all across the land. That SW turned “your mother’s music” into a goosebump SW jam is just more 🔥
@chrisross-fd3fo
4 ай бұрын
aaaah i didnt read down this far and replied to someone that my grandma had the tony bennett full album ,for once in my life..which my dad got and it was copyright 68. id play it here and there ..but would put zeppelin and the doors back on if people came home
@sherilynkd
4 ай бұрын
I remember watching him when he was 13 playing Fingertips on Where The Action Is. Dick Clark introduced him as Little Stevie Wonder. He has had a great career.
@burtreynolds2969
4 ай бұрын
Jamerson killing it on this track.
@marysweeney7370
4 ай бұрын
"Sir Duke" is worth a listen.
@Lexy-O
4 ай бұрын
A favorite
@oblongsquare
4 ай бұрын
That may be a slight understatement!
@nyrocks5580
4 ай бұрын
They did Sir Duke a couple of years ago and, of course, loved it.
@anneking4656
4 ай бұрын
Stevie Wonder = Musical Genius…💕
@Lexy-O
4 ай бұрын
For me this is about being loved for the first time. His vocal improvs are perfect
@jjalanj7318
4 ай бұрын
Andy, you brought a tear to my eye. Your mom is very fortunate to have you in her life. I lost my parents to cancer 3 months apart end of 2004 start of 2005. They were both very into music, my dad a big Johnny Cash and Glen Campbell fan, my mom loved Stevie Wonder, the Supremes, and oddly, the Alan Parsons Project. We shared a lot of music together when things got rough. It helped a lot. Wishing you and your family the best.
@armadillotoe
4 ай бұрын
There are many talented musicians, and a few on a completely different level. You know which level Stevie is on. Good thoughts and prayers for your Stepfather and Mom.
@keepgrindingup7661
Ай бұрын
The Stevie is just too amazing he touches your soul and let you know it's going to be okay absolutely incredible what
@DorothyFarias
4 ай бұрын
So sorry to hear about your Step-Father prayers for his recovery.
@VGKDean
4 ай бұрын
His 70’s music lives in S tier
@fusiliers
4 ай бұрын
I really hope you guys dig into more of his 60s stuff. "Yester-me, Yester-you, Yesterday" and "A Place In The Sun" are my favorites.
@TheCornishCockney
4 ай бұрын
Stevie is a God-like genius to me. For those of us fortunate enough to be boomers,Stevie was part of our life. Motown,love it.
@dalinaddei
4 ай бұрын
He is, not only for you.
@WyattIamrolling
4 ай бұрын
Stevie Wonder is the gold standard of pure, joyful, badass entertainment. A TRUE American Treasure. Unequaled.
@dmCurator
4 ай бұрын
Stevie is an American treasure. He's one of the GOATs.
@otisdylan9532
4 ай бұрын
For another great '60s Stevie song, try "I Was Made to Love Her".
@andreaschmall5560
4 ай бұрын
Stevie Wonder has always been next level. Even his earliest performance of Fingertips at the age of 13 was incredible.
@petertoal371
4 ай бұрын
Saw Stevie in a night club venue in Australia sing this, he was about 18yrs old at the time. I've followed Stevie since he was about twelve. (I'm 81 right now) Highlight of my life. He also played Alfie on the harmonic as an instrumental.
@pattyliedel6485
4 ай бұрын
Sorry about your stepdad’s trouble, so glad you and mom can count on each other. Best thoughts to you and yours Andy.
@markmurphy558
2 ай бұрын
I have to say that in an on-the-radio every day everywhere you went, Stevie stands alone. From the early 60s with Fingertips, to the late 70s, Stevie seemed to be constantly in the ether, constantly changing but always captivating. With a smile that lit up the entire culture.
@reichensperger1847
4 ай бұрын
The usual splendid commentary, although we wish there was more. One thing to note is the key change, as it moves up a half step from F to F# at the harmonica solo. This is a trick Stevie Wonder used in many, many of his hits (e.g., If You Really Love me, You are the Sunshine of My Life, My Cherie Amour, etc.) and it's always natural, never obvious, but gives a great sense of lift when it comes in. Well done, gentlemen.
@ScottHarlow-y3m
4 ай бұрын
One of my first rock concerts in the early '70s was Stevie Wonder at the Paramount in Portland, OR. An amazing performance. He made you forget his blindness with his incredible voice and the way he played the keys and harmonica. What a showman!
@cherylwoodward
4 ай бұрын
No truer words: “Any Stevie’s good.”
@mikeymckinnon5778
4 ай бұрын
You know it…
@snowbirdlady7221
4 ай бұрын
I've always loved Stevie and I'm so glad I was around for his beginning! I got to see him in concert in the 80's and he was beyond amazing. Such a warm beautiful human.
@Junebugreen
4 ай бұрын
Stevie has been around for a long time. “At the end of 1962, when Wonder was 12 years old, he joined the Motortown Revue, touring the "Chitlin' Circuit" of theatres across America that accepted black artists. At the Regal Theater, Chicago, his 20-minute performance was recorded and released in May 1963 as the album Recorded Live: The 12 Year Old Genius.” -Wikipedia
@snowbirdlady7221
4 ай бұрын
@@Junebugreen Oh, yes I know. I was a fan from Jr High days in the 60's. Love all Motown, although I wouldn't say Stevie is only Motown. He's in a class all his own.
@cmale3d
4 ай бұрын
I was born '67. Stevie was a staple in our house, with mom playing the radio, or she had a couple Stevie LPs in regular rotation. Even as a child he was so easy and uplifting to listen to. 😊 Very jelly that you saw him live! LOL But totally grateful that you shared!!
@lorrilewis2178
4 ай бұрын
I loved the juxtaposition of Andy & Alex not knowing what comes next in the song while the Boomer in the background is mouthing the words and playing a pretend harmonica at just the right moment.
@catleeper
4 ай бұрын
I was right there with Boomer dude.
@lorrilewis2178
4 ай бұрын
@@catleeper Me too! It's always so funny to me that I know what is next in a song, but A&A don't. I usually know what parts are going to blow their socks off ahead of time.
@mikeymckinnon5778
4 ай бұрын
Generation X but I’ll let you off… 😉
@lorrilewis2178
4 ай бұрын
@@mikeymckinnon5778 Close! I knew if you were a Boomer, you were one of the youngest ones.
@mikeymckinnon5778
4 ай бұрын
@@lorrilewis2178 😂🤣🤣
@SCVIndy
4 ай бұрын
Was in junior high during British Invasion .. so I’ve listened to all of Stevie’s music .. I’m really excited how young people react to his music .. great channel!
@quinny6920
4 ай бұрын
I only like a handful of his songs BUT IN SAYING THAT…. I could never deny the magic he creates! A talent beyond many!!
@ingrid8994
4 ай бұрын
This is such a feel good song ❤ One of my favorite Stevie Wonder songs ✨
@kentzepick4169
4 ай бұрын
SO talented. Easily Top 5 in last 60 years.
@jenniferbabros1985
4 ай бұрын
So glad I grew up on this kind of music
@RadCenter
4 ай бұрын
You should watch the KZitem clip of Stevie when he was a guest on Tom Jones's TV show in the '60s and they sang each other's hits. What a time to be alive!
@jeffreyprehn5768
4 ай бұрын
Any Stevie is a good thing! Thank you! Two of his most funky songs that you haven't hit yet are You Haven't Done Nothin' and Maybe Your Baby. Oh Lordy.
@randybaker6042
4 ай бұрын
Best wishes to the family. One of the great recordings. Stevie and JJ. Top shelf harmonica and bass. Top shelf song writing. Top shelf arrangement. And of course, top shelf vocal.
@michaelmartinelli2258
4 ай бұрын
Picture it, America, Autumn 1968 and playing on the radio "For Once In My Life" by Stevie Wonder. Priceless 🤗 ⚾
@user-pv7je3bf4k
4 ай бұрын
Literally my favorite song of all time, and I say that as someone born in 1999; this song is timeless & beautiful.
@johncampbell756
4 ай бұрын
Stevie was 17 when he recorded this. It was on his 10th album.
@victorsixtythree
4 ай бұрын
2:35 - Stevie's harmonica solo over the legendary James Jamerson's bass...! Pure musical joy!!
@harriotteworthington3147
4 ай бұрын
Lots prayers are heading your way, Andy. Please remember that positivity is truly a healing perspective. And there is nothing more positive than love!!!
@magicbrownie1357
4 ай бұрын
Wish I could give this song ten thumbs up. Such a great record. Stevie always evokes the warmest parts of our hearts.
@originalhgc
4 ай бұрын
Instrumentals are thick and lush.
@Mona.555
4 ай бұрын
Andy your Mom should hear your commentary about how this song made you feel. What a beautiful expression of your love and appreciation for her and the current journey she and your family is on with your stepdad. Prayers of strength and healing to your family and for his healthy recovery. I have been listening to Stevie since he was the musical phenom in the 60’s. He was about 13 or 14 when he had his first hit record. He’s done nothing but excel in his abilities since. Truly a blessing to us all. Always uplifting music. Never a bad song😊
@lisalovemc717
4 ай бұрын
Listening to Stevie just makes you feel good!!!
@rayeckert242
4 ай бұрын
Stevie can make some serious lemonade out of the lemons we get handed to us. Take heart Andy and keep using your talents to lift up those who need uplifting… That’s S tier compassion.
@Skeeter123
4 ай бұрын
You can never go wrong with Stevie ❤ Prayers for your step-dad & family Andy 🙏
@AP-gb3eh
4 ай бұрын
The music just kept coming and coming ,we were so spoiled. I wish our culture still honored the arts the way it did in the 20th century . There is so much talent out there and not enough support for the young to flourish. I know I know computers but nothing beats a room full of musicians that have honed their skills by playing out any and every kind of gig .
@tylerhackner9731
4 ай бұрын
There is a lot still out there, it’s just not mainstream like it was
@AP-gb3eh
4 ай бұрын
@@tylerhackner9731 agreed, I guess my thought was, as a society should be developing young artists . Helping them find their voices, the arts are our humanity, without them we implode. We need to gather and experience things that broaden our perspective.The young especially need arts like music to process their experiences,to know they aren’t alone in what they go through
@jeffreypowell1656
4 ай бұрын
Stevie is is phenomenal.
@adamplace1414
4 ай бұрын
The best reactions on this channel are when they listen to Stevie Wonder.
@scottsnyder2726
4 ай бұрын
Stevie’s amazing. One of the greatest harmonica tracks ever. James Jameson incredible. This was a very exciting time to be growing up because music was evolving so rapidly that so much sonically that really had never been heard before was recorded by the greats: Stevie, JB, Marvin, Curtis, along with Beatles, Stones, Who, Doors, etc. There is just so much music being created at this time that formed the foundation for the musical explosion that occurred during the 1970s. I strongly suggest you listen to James Brown 1967 release of Cold Sweat (parts 1 and 2). Literally thousands of later songs were built on its roots. Nothing quite like it had ever been heard before.
@scottsnyder2726
4 ай бұрын
I have to further comment. Stevie’s voice, lyrics and harmonica are exceptional. But I’m most fascinated by the wonderful layering of sound (so evident in later R&B, funk and hip hop) with the rhythm guitar, drums, incredible bass, multiple piano tracks and background vocals. Stevie and Motown were taking the sonic instrumentation from the Big Band era (Ellington, Basie…) and incorporating into a three minute hit song. Brilliant
@CrowTRobot-ni7zu
4 ай бұрын
One of Stevie’s best!
@jamesjohnston9225
4 ай бұрын
More Stevie is a good move
@325diane
18 күн бұрын
Oh yes, the eighth Wonder of the world, and nothing less!
@shannonk.moorer9158
4 ай бұрын
This song was wildly covered and found its way into every TV variety show and live performances. I also love the Gladys Knight & The Pips version.
@bjm9071
4 ай бұрын
Love teenage Stevie! This is a cover, but his version is definitely the best!
@paulkuzmanovski2836
4 күн бұрын
Someone correct me but I think he was 18 when that was recorded! And 60’s Motown lyrics are some of the best poetry ever written as well. Glad you enjoyed! Great video!
@Frankincensedjb123
4 ай бұрын
Such an anthem. My sister and I used to sing this to each other: "For once in my life, I saw Jeff clean his room." "For once in my life, I saw Pam take a shower." And so it went. Fun song.
@jeffreyjohnson7359
4 ай бұрын
Andy, you actually brought tears to my eyes. Best wishes for your family.
@Markrealguy51
4 ай бұрын
Great uplifting song..thanks for the play ..I was 17 back then..Stevie Wonder was the opening act for the Stones at a 72 concert I attended at MSG in New York..great to hear your emotion from the lyrics…it touches home
@evangeline3152
4 ай бұрын
I loved your connection with the song, Andy. Fighting cancer is brutal for the whole family so I pray for strength for all of you.
@NancyMoran-r3b
4 ай бұрын
I’m praying for you and your family, Andy. I’m glad you came upon such uplifting music as Stevie’s is. Good music is so healing for the soul. I grew up in Detroit and we used to see him for free at our state fair.
@Elephant2024-wi2li
4 ай бұрын
Can't go wrong with the Stevie Wonder discography. Lots of great hits over the years.
@dd4run
4 ай бұрын
Sending prayers for your mom, stepdad and you ❤ More Stevie, “Isn’t she Lovely”, “you are the sunshine of my life” and “I was made to love her” is one of my faves
@scruffyroses2796
4 ай бұрын
It's hard not to mouth the words to this! This is one of the most upbeat & joyous songs ever recorded. Then there's Stevie, a one of a kind musical machine.
@mariaportengen2959
4 ай бұрын
That voice, I love it. 🎶🎶🎶😍😍😍
@cheezer57
4 ай бұрын
Great song with Stevie on harmonica is Dave Mason's "The Lonely One" from Mason's "It's Like You Never Left" album..In fact, every song off that album is great!..But Stevie on that song is so quintessential him..Soon as you hear it you know instantly who it is...Best wishes for your Stepdad, Andy.
@baileyride
4 ай бұрын
That was absolutely amazing! What happened right there. The vibrations are saying HEY!
@Blinkerson55
4 ай бұрын
Master Blaster. Let's go
@FoardenotFord
4 ай бұрын
I’m so glad you guys did this one - it’s a HIGHLY underrated Stevie Wonder song. The chord progression alone is incredible. I’m getting married in August and this will absolutely be on the wedding playlist. Andy, I’m sorry for what you and your loved ones are going through, but I’m glad this song resonates with you at this difficult time. Sending lots of love to you and your family.
@kennethgrainger1112
4 ай бұрын
He's such a distinctive artist. When he's working with someone else, he stands out. Example: Nobody Else in the World But You, by Don Henley. He brings his funk. You know it's him. Like Bruce Hornsby. If you know his style, you can hear him in collab works.
@guyandahalf7844
4 ай бұрын
Top 5 Stevie song for me, that chord progression is unreal; I kinda wish it was longer because of how good it is but it really didn’t need to be to feel complete.
@wallihaley5194
4 ай бұрын
Andy, wishing you and your family all the strength and healing to overcome this difficult time. God bless you!
@timmiszkowski9222
4 ай бұрын
The Funk Brothers and Jamerson on Bass is PERFECTION
@YellowJello57
4 ай бұрын
The person Stevie is talking about is God/Jesus but I can totally relate to the story about your Mom and Stepdad. Sending love and healing to you and your family bro.
@christopherone1
4 ай бұрын
there are NO bad Stevie Wonder songs...prodigy, amazing vocals.
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