Stevie Wonder

Released: October 18, 2005

Songwriter: Stevie Wonder India.Arie

Producer: Stevie Wonder

[Verse 1]
We have time for racism
We have time for criticism
Held bondage by our ism's

[Chorus]
When will there be a time to love

[Verse 2]
We make time to debate religion
Passing bills and building prisons
For building fortunes and passing judgements

[Chorus]

[Bridge]
At this point in history we have a choice to make
To either walk a path of love
Or be crippled by our hate

[Verse 3]
We have time to cause pollution
We have time to cause confusion
All wrapped up in our own illusions

[Chorus]

[Verse 4]
We have time to conquer nations
Time for oil excavation
Hatred, violence and terrorism

[Chorus]

[Bridge]
At this moment in time
We have a choice to make
Father god is watching
While we cause mother earth so much pain
It's such a shame

[Verse 5]
Not enough money for
The young, the old and the poor
But for war there is always more

[Chorus]

[Verse 6]
We make time for paying taxes
Or paying bills and buying status
But we will pay the consequences

[Chorus]

[Outro]
Now's the time to pay attention
Yes now is the time... to love.....love
A time love... love...love
A time to love
Please, please won't you tell me
When will there be a time to love
Please, please won't you tell me
When will there be a time to love
Please, please won't you tell me
When will there be a time to love
Please, please won't you tell me
When will there be a time to love
Please, please won't you tell me
When will there be a time to love[x4]

Despite losing his sight at a young age, Stevie Wonder went on to become one of the most celebrated soul songwriters of the late 20th century. His songs manage to both innovate and catch the ears of listeners of all dispositions, whilst also being big chart hits.

Incredibly influential amongst musical circles, his voice rendered modern British soul-songwriter James Morrison close to tears the first time he heard it.

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