Stevie Wonders Music of My Mind (1972) is widely celebrated as the album that marked his artistic rebirth and the beginning of his legendary classic period. It was his first release under a new Motown contract granting him full creative control, and critics have lauded it for its innovation, emotional depth, and pioneering use of synthesizers.

The album features standout tracks like Superwoman (Where Were You When I Needed You), Love Having You Around, and I Love Every Little Thing About You, showcasing Wonders mastery of melody and his innovative use of synthesizers.

Music of My Mind is not just a pivotal album in Stevie Wonders discography; its a landmark in the evolution of soul and pop music.

Reviews

The best thing to come out of Motown since Marvin Gayes Whats Going On and perhaps even more impressive as a personal achievement. Rolling Stone, 1972

Brims with passion, excitement and exuberance a fascinating, influential listen. BBC Music

The first fully realized album of his career Wonder allows his outpouring of creativity to take over the albums material. Far Out Magazine

Wonder stopped being a 45 rpm machine and became the explorer, the innovator and conqueror of new worlds he was born to be. Jazz Music Archives

With full creative control, Stevie became an untamed beast Pushing the envelope forward with synths, the production here is exponentially better than on previous projects. Album of the Year

Review

A1 Love Having You Around
A2 Superwoman
A3 I Love Every Little Thing About You
A4 Sweet Little Girl
B1 Happier Than The Morning Sun
B2 Girl Blue
B3 Seems So Long
B4 Keep On Running
B5 Evil