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Article: Stevie Wonder
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- Encyclopedia of World Biography
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Stevie Wonder
Stevie Wonder (born 1950) is one of the most cherished rhythm-and-blues singers and songwriters of his generation. The 19-time Grammy winner is known for his soulful voice and catchy tunes as well as for his commitment to political and humanitarian causes.
In the course of following Stevie Wonder on his relentless travels, journalists have come to realize just how beloved an entertainer he is. "It dawned on me," wrote Giles Smith in the
New Yorker,
"that a substantial part of Stevie Wonder's public life consists of the voices of complete strangers telling him they love him."
Rolling Stone's
David Ritz had a similar opinion. "Following Stevie Wonder around New York is ...