Inspiration and Responsibility
A musician cannot stand apart. We must use our voice for justice.
Stevie Wonder
American musician, singer and composer, one of the most influential artists of all time.
All moments: Stevie Wonder
- Born to Love — Stevie Wonder
I am convinced that love is the most powerful force in the world.
- Early Years of Young Talent — Stevie Wonder
I believed in myself even when the world seemed against me.
- Blindness and Vision — Stevie Wonder
We are all born blind; the rest is evolution of the soul. My disability led me to greater vision.
- Music as Charity — Stevie Wonder
When we musicians unite for a good cause, we can change the world.
- Voice of Change — Stevie Wonder
Music is a universal language that brings us all together across all boundaries.
- Memory of a Legend — Stevie Wonder
Prince was an inspiration to all of us. It was deeply painful to lose him.
Related moments
- Documenting History — Questlove
As a documentarian, I feel a responsibility to preserve the history of Black music and culture
- Birth of a Legend — Paul McCartney
The Beatles were about growth. We changed every single day.
- All Music Is Folk Music — Louis Armstrong
All music is folk music. I ain't never heard a horse sing a song.
- The Art of Service — John Legend
As an artist, I see my role as serving humanity and raising my voice for justice
- Alien Artist — David Bowie
I never tried to fit in. I prefer to be myself, even if it's alien.
- Compromise and Conscience — Bob Dylan
I'll never sell my soul for money or fame. It's my only true asset.