A History of Rock Music in 500 Songs Episode 156: “I Was Made to Love Her” by Stevie Wonder
Oct 25, 2022
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Stevie's Early Musical Gifts
- Young Stevie Wonder's musical talent was evident early on, receiving instruments from various people.
- A neighbor gifted him a piano, a Lions Club a drum kit, and a barber a harmonica.
Stevie's First Gig
- Stevie's first professional performance was at age eight, singing and playing drums at a picnic.
- Impressed, they paid him 75 cents, though he wanted to showcase his drumming more.
Duo's Motown Journey
- Stevie formed a duo with John Glover and aimed for Motown, leveraging Glover's cousin's connection (Ronnie White of The Miracles).
- They impressed various Motown figures, including Brian Holland and Mickey Stevenson.