Stevie Wonder's Popular Song Rankings [2025]

Faith (ft. Ariana Grande)Stevie Wonder50rank/position

Stevie Wonder – Faith ft. Ariana Grande

It’s an uplifting pop tune featuring a dazzling collaboration between two stars across generations.

Performed by the American legend Stevie Wonder and Ariana Grande, the song is also well known as the theme for the animated film “Sing,” released in November 2016.

Its positive message—that as long as you believe, you’ll be okay—resonates with listeners.

The blend of Stevie’s warm vocals and harmonica with Ariana’s soaring high notes is truly breathtaking.

It also drew attention for being nominated at the 74th Golden Globe Awards.

When you’re ready to take on a challenge, let this song give you that empowering push.

For Once In My LifeStevie Wonder51rank/position

For Once In My Life

This is a signature work by the American genius Stevie Wonder, who captured the joy of being needed by someone for the first time in life with an effervescent sound.

Originally a gentle ballad, it was boldly rearranged into a vibrant Motown sound at the suggestion of a young Stevie, who wanted to “embody joy.” The lyrics celebrate the rising self-esteem and happiness that come with finding a loved one, and the melody alone lifts your spirits—both are striking features of this piece.

Released as a single in October 1968, it reached No.

2 on the U.

S.

charts, and the album of the same name, For Once in My Life, remains an enduring classic.

As its symbolic use in the TV drama Glee shows, this song gives you a warm push forward when you’re taking a new step.

Front LineStevie Wonder52rank/position

Front Line – Stevie Wonder

It is a socially conscious song with a strong message.

From the perspective of a protagonist who fought in the Vietnam War, it portrays the horrors of war and the struggles faced after returning home.

Musically, its hard-edged sound is striking, and Stevie Wonder’s powerful vocals brilliantly convey the song’s worldview.

Released by the American artist in May 1982, the track was included on his greatest hits compilation, Stevie Wonder’s Original Musiquarium I.

As a piece that prompts reflection on the futility of war and social issues, it is recommended when you want to think about peace.

Girl BlueStevie Wonder53rank/position

Stevie Wonder – Girl Blue

This song is included on the 1972 album “Talking Book.” On this album, Stevie Wonder is said to have handled everything himself, from production to playing the instruments.

Perhaps because of that, the drums and percussion in this track lay down a distinctive rhythm, with the harmonica weaving in exquisitely.

You can sense the song’s character as a minor-key, melancholic ballad.

Happy Birthday SongStevie Wonder54rank/position

Stevie Wonder Happy Birthday Song 1980 Hotter Than July

Written and composed by Stevie Wonder, this song features a catchy melody and is used in a variety of settings.

While the lyrics carry a strong message dedicated to Dr.

Martin Luther King Jr.

, the overall vibe of the song is cheerful, evoking the joy of a birthday.

Heaven Help Us AllStevie Wonder55rank/position

Heaven Help Us All

Speaking of Stevie Wonder, he is well known as someone who is actively involved in peace work, such as being appointed a UN Peace Ambassador.

This song expresses Stevie Wonder’s strong wish for world peace.

Throughout the piece, it conveys a prayer that people suffering around the world will be saved, and because the portrayal of those who suffer is so concrete, it may prompt listeners to turn their eyes to the world.

Along with learning about the sorrow overflowing in the world, the song also carries a warmth that makes you want to hope for a peaceful world.

I Ain’t Gonna Stand for ItStevie Wonder56rank/position

Stevie Wonder – I Ain’t Gonna Stand For it

Since the 1980s, Stevie Wonder’s music has tended to take on a more pop-oriented flavor, and this song could be considered emblematic of that shift.

It’s a pop song that traces a well-crafted melodic line without relying much on belting high notes.

After the final chorus, however, he suddenly flips the script and begins singing in soaring high tones.

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As a result, the vocal range he uses in this track spans over two and a half octaves (even many professional singers typically command around two octaves).

Incidentally, Eric Clapton has covered this song.