Stevie Wonder – Music Of My Mind

Stevie Wonder’s Music of My Mind (1972) is widely celebrated as the album that marked his artistic rebirth and the beginning of his legendary “classic period.” It was his first release under a new Motown contract granting him full creative control, and critics have lauded it for its innovation, emotional depth, and pioneering use of synthesizers.​

The album features standout tracks like “Superwoman (Where Were You When I Needed You),” “Love Having You Around,” and “I Love Every Little Thing About You,” showcasing Wonder’s mastery of melody and his innovative use of synthesizers.​

Music of My Mind is not just a pivotal album in Stevie Wonder’s discography; it’s a landmark in the evolution of soul and pop music.

Reviews

“The best thing to come out of Motown since Marvin Gaye’s What’s Going On and perhaps even more impressive as a personal achievement.” — Rolling Stone, 1972 ​

“Brims with passion, excitement and exuberance… a fascinating, influential listen.” — BBC Music ​

“The first fully realized album of his career… Wonder allows his outpouring of creativity to take over the album’s material.” — Far Out Magazine ​

“Wonder stopped being a 45 rpm machine and became the explorer, the innovator and conqueror of new worlds he was born to be.” — Jazz Music Archives ​

“With full creative control, Stevie became an untamed beast… Pushing the envelope forward with synths, the production here is exponentially better than on previous projects.” — Album of the Year ​