Wonder

Natalie Merchant

About Wonder

"Wonder" is a song by Natalie Merchant, released in 1995 as the second single from her solo album Tigerlily. The single reached number 20 on the US Billboard Hot 100 and number 10 on the Canadian RPM Top Singles chart, outperforming her previous single "Carnival" in the latter country. The covers for the US and Europe singles were different. The single also included live cuts from Merchant's tour.


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2017
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Doctors have come from distant cities, just to see me
Stand over my bed, disbelieving what they're seeing

They say I must be one of the wonders 
Of God's own creation
And as far as they see, they can offer
No explanation

Newspapers ask intimate questions, want confessions
They reach into my head to steal, the glory of my story

They say I must be one of the wonders 
Of God's own creation
And as far as they see, they can offer
No explanation

Ooo, I believe, fate, fate smiled 
And destiny laughed as she came to my cradle 
Know this child will be able
Laughed as my body she lifted
Know this child will be gifted
With love, with patience, and with faith
She'll make her way, she'll make her way

People see me I'm a challenge to your balance
I'm over your heads how I confound you 
And astound you
To know I must be one of the wonders

They say I must be one of the wonders 
Of God's own creation
And as far as they see, they can offer
No explanation

Ooo, I believe, fate, fate smiled 
And destiny laughed as she came to my cradle 
Know this child will be able
Laughed as she came to my mother
Know this child will not suffer
Laughed as my body she lifted
Know this child will be gifted
With love, with patience and with faith
She'll make her way, she'll make her way

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Natalie Merchant

Natalie Anne Merchant (born October 26, 1963) is an American singer-songwriter and musician. She joined the alternative rock band 10,000 Maniacs in 1981 and left it to begin her solo career in 1993. more »

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Written by: NATALIE A MERCHANT

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10 facts about this song

Track Recording
"Wonder" was track 7 on Natalie Merchant's 1995 album "Tigerlily."
Album Success
"Tigerlilly," the album where this song comes from, was Merchant's first solo effort after leaving the alternative rock band 10,000 Maniacs. The album was a commercial success, achieving 5x platinum status.
Song Theme
"Wonder" is a song about a child with a disability. Merchant has mentioned in interviews that the song was inspired by friends of her who had children with disabilities.
Reception and Usage
The song was positively received and has been used as an anthem for the disabled community. It was also used in promotional advertisements for the 1999 Special Olympics World Games.
Music Video
The music video for "Wonder" was directed by Matt Mahurin, who has directed videos for Metallica and U2.
Billboard Ranking
The song peaked at number 20 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart in the U.S.
Cover Versions
It has been covered by various artists, including My Morning Jacket for the compilation album “Sweetheart 2014: Love Songs.”
Live Performances
"Wonder" remains a staple in Merchant's live performances and is often played during her shows.
Book Adaptation
In 2012, the song inspired a bestselling book titled "Wonder" by R.J. Palacio. The novel follows a young boy with a craniofacial condition navigating school for the first time.
Movie Soundtrack
The song was featured in Julia Roberts' film adaptation of R.J. Palacio's "Wonder" book released in 2017.

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