About Stevie Wonder
During the 1970s he used synthesizers and other electronic instruments, creating a virtual one‑man band that reshaped contemporary R&B. He also helped move many styles into the album era, making his records cohesive and adding socially conscious messages with complex musical structures.
Awards & Honors
Presidential Medal of Freedom
Academy Award for Best Original Song
Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
MusiCares Person of the Year
star on Hollywood Walk of Fame
Johnny Mercer Award
Victory of honor
Wolf Prize in Arts
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Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award
Kennedy Center Honors
Gershwin Prize
Commandeur des Arts et des Lettres
![“I love Aretha [Franklin] and I've loved her all my life. I think she's an incredible songstress, obviously. She consistently has had this incredible voice. I remember when she was singing gospel in her father's church.” quote by Stevie Wonder](https://sms4smile.com/q/img-quotes/c7e/stevie-wonder-2107_church_i-love-aretha-franklin-and-i-ve-loved-he_127964.jpg)
![“I think honestly, SOME people who think they’re gay, they’re confused. People can misconstrue closeness for love. People can feel connected, they bond. I’m not saying all [gay people are confused]. Some people have a desire to be with the same sex. But that’s them.” quote by Stevie Wonder](https://sms4smile.com/q/img-quotes/411/stevie-wonder-2107_closeness_i-think-honestly-some-people-who-think-t_2418252.jpg)
