Stevie Wonder Wedding Songs: Soulful Love and Timeless Joy
Stevie Wonder is more than just a Motown legend; he is the voice of pure, unadulterated love. With 25 Grammy Awards and over 30 top-ten hits, his influence on wedding music is unparalleled. From the optimistic energy of his early hits to the complex, beautiful arrangements of his 1970s “genius period,” Stevie’s music offers a perfect track for every wedding milestone. Whether it’s a high-energy recessional or a tear-jerking father-daughter dance, Stevie Wonder delivers with a soul that few can match.
Essential Stevie Wonder Wedding Moments
- The Premier Recessional: “Signed, Sealed, Delivered I’m Yours.” This 1970 hit is arguably the greatest recessional song of all time. Its opening shout and driving beat perfectly capture the excitement of a couple officially becoming “signed, sealed, and delivered” as one.
- The Ultimate Father-Daughter Dance: “Isn’t She Lovely.” Released in 1976 on the legendary Songs in the Key of Life album, this track was written for Stevie’s daughter, Aisha. Its message of awe and love makes it a top-tier choice for a bride walking down the aisle or a heartfelt dance with her father.
- The “Sunshine” First Dance: “You Are the Sunshine of My Life.” This 1973 #1 hit is a masterclass in romance. Its gentle, swaying rhythm and lyrics about a partner being “the apple of my eye” make it a timeless choice for a first dance.
- The 80s Romantic Classic: “I Just Called to Say I Love You.” As I noted in my 1980s book, this 1984 global #1 hit became a wedding staple for its simple, direct message of devotion. It’s a nostalgic and sweet choice for a slow dance or a dedication to a loved one.
Expert DJ Tips for a Stevie Wonder Set
- The “Signing of the License” Music: If you want a song that feels official yet fun, use “Signed, Sealed, Delivered” specifically for the moment the couple signs their marriage license. It adds a touch of personality to a formal legal moment.
- The “Songs in the Key of Life” Depth: For couples looking for something more soulful than a standard radio hit, look to “As” (1977). Its lyrics about loving “always” and “through all your joy and pain” provide a profound depth for a first dance or a unity ceremony.
- The Motown Connection: Stevie Wonder is a pillar of the Motown sound. If you are doing a “Motown Tribute” set, he is the perfect anchor between Marvin Gaye and The Jackson 5, ensuring the dance floor remains full with songs like “Uptight (Everything’s Alright)” or “Sir Duke”.
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Stevie Wonder Highest-Charting Billboard Hits
- #1 Fingertips – Part 1, 1963
- #1 Superstition, 1972
- #1 You Are the Sunshine of My Life, 1973
- #1 You Haven’t Done Nothin’, 1974
- #1 I Wish, 1976
- #1 Sir Duke, 1977
- #1 I Just Called to Say I Love You, 1984
- #1 Part-Time Lover, 1985
- #1 That’s What Friends Are For, 1985
- #2 I Was Made to Love Her, 1967
- #2 For Once in My Life, 1968
- #3 Uptight (Everything’s Alright), 1965
- #3 Signed, Sealed, Delivered I’m Yours, 1970
- #3 Boogie On Reggae Woman, 1974
- #4 My Cherie Amour, 1969
- #4 Higher Ground, 1973
- #4 Send One Your Love, 1979
- #4 That Girl, 1982
- #5 Master Blaster (Jammin’), 1980
Stevie Wonder Love Songs List
#1 Signed, Sealed, Delivered I’m Yours
Released in 1970 on the album Signed, Sealed, Delivered I’m Yours
This is one of the best wedding songs of all time as it is commonly played as a recessional song and as a song as the marriage license is signed.
“Here I am baby, Oh, you’ve got the future in your hand, signed, sealed delivered, I’m yours”
#2 For Once in My Life
Released in 1968 on the album For Once in My Life
“For once I can touch what my heart used to dream of, long before I knew, someone warm like you, would make my dreams come true”
#3 You Are the Sunshine of My Life
Release in 1973 on album Talking Book
“You are the sunshine of my life, That’s why I’ll always stay around, You are the apple of my eye, Forever you’ll stay in my heart”
#4 As
Released in 1977 on the album Songs in the Key of Life
“Just as kindness knows no shame, Know through all your joy and pain, That I’ll be loving you always”
#5 I Believe (When I Fall in Love It Will Be Forever)
Released in 1972 on the album Talking Book
“And the words of love I speak to you, will echo in your mind, I believe when I fall in love with you it will be forever”
#6 You and I (We Can Conquer the World)
Released in 1972 on the album Talking Book
“I only pray that I have shown you a brighter day, Because that’s all that I am living for, you see”
#7 Isn’t She Lovely
Released in 1976 on the album Songs In the Key of Life
This is a popular song to play as the bride walks down the aisle or as a father and daughter dance during the reception.
“I can’t believe what God has done, Through us he’s given life to one, But isn’t she lovely made from love”
#8 I Just Called to Say I Love You
Released in 1984 on the Soundtrack The Woman in Red
“I just called to say I love you, And I mean it from the bottom of my heart”
#9 Overjoyed
Released in 1985 on the album In Square Circle
“And though you don’t believe that they do, They do come true, For did my dreams, Come true when I looked at you”
#10 I Was Made To Love Her
Released in 1967 on the album I Was Made to Love Her
“All through thick and thin, Our love just won’t end, ‘Cause I love my baby”
Stevie Wonder Spotify Playlist
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