Superstition
Stevie Wonder
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Very superstitious, writings on the wall Very superstitious, ladders bout' to fall Thirteen month old baby, broke the lookin' glass Seven years of bad luck, the good things in your past When you believe in things that you don't understand Then you suffer Superstition ain't the way Very superstitious, wash your face and hands Rid me of the problems, do all that you can Keep me in a daydream, keep me goin' strong You don't want to save me, sad is my song When you believe in things you don't understand Then you suffer Superstition ain't the way, yeh, yeh Very superstitious, nothin' more to say Very superstitious, the devil's on his way Thirteen month old baby, broke the lookin' glass Seven years of bad luck, good things in your past When you believe in things that you don't understand Then you suffer Superstition ain't the way, no, no, no
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Written by: Stevie Wonder
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11 facts about this song
Song Creation"Superstition" was released as part of Stevie Wonder's fifteenth studio album, "Talking Book," in 1972.
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Chart PerformanceThe song topped the Billboard Hot 100 in 1973 and was Wonder's second number one hit on the list.
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Awards and RecognitionsIt won a Grammy Award for Best Rhythm and Blues Song in 1973.
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Origin of Drum PatternThe drum beat for "Superstition" originated from Stevie messing around on a drum set during a jam session with Jeff Beck.
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InstrumentationStevie Wonder performed every instrument on the track except for the guitar, which indicates his musical talent and versatility.
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Impact"Superstition" was not just a hit in the U.S., but also reached the top of the charts in the U.K. This success helped to firmly establish Stevie Wonder's career internationally.
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Cultural InfluenceThe song is commonly used in media to depict scenes of mystery, suspense, or even comedy due to its prominent, funky clavinet riff.
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Covers"Superstition" has been covered by numerous artists including Jeff Beck, Phish, and even The Jonas Brothers, showing its enduring popularity and influence.
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Songwriting InspirationThe lyrics to "Superstition" caution against relying too heavily on superstitions, and was supposedly inspired by various popular superstitions of the time.
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Historical ContextThe release of "Superstition" coincided with an important period in Stevie Wonder's career; his “classic period,” a time during which he released several of his most critically acclaimed and commercially successful albums.
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Sample UsageThe song's drum break has been used as a sample in several popular hip hop tracks, demonstrating its continued relevance and impact in music even decades after its release.
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