A 1972 Stevie Wonder single, a soft soul ballad with electric piano and an introductory verse sung by Jim Gilstrap and Lani Groves.
Composition
You Are the Sunshine of My Life was written and produced by Stevie Wonder for his 1972 album “Talking Book.” The arrangement features Wonder’s electric piano and backing vocals from Jim Gilstrap and Lani Groves, who sing the opening verses.
Reception
Released as a single in early 1973, the song reached number one on the Billboard Hot 100 in May. It won the Grammy Award for Best Male Pop Vocal Performance at the 1974 ceremony.
Legacy
The song has been recorded by hundreds of artists across pop, soul, and easy listening traditions. It remains one of Wonder’s most-played radio singles in adult contemporary formats.
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