Stevie Wonder

Released: July 22, 1974

Songwriter: Stevie Wonder

Producer: Stevie Wonder

[Verse 1]
A smiling face is an Earth-like star
A frown can't bring out the beauty that you are
Love within, and you'll begin smiling
There are brighter days ahead

Don't mess your face up with bitter tears
'Cause life is gonna be what it is
It's okay, please don't delay from smiling
There are brighter days ahead

[Chorus]
Bum, bum bum ditti
Bum, bum bum ditti
Bum, bum bum ditti bum
Bum, bum bum ditti
Bum, bum bum ditti
Bum, bum bum ditti bum

[Verse 2]
A smiling face you don't have to see
'Cause it's as joyful as a Christmas tree
Love within and you'll begin smiling
There are brighter days ahead

Love's not competing; it's on your side
You're in life's picture, so why must you cry?
So for a friend, please begin to smile, please
There are brighter days ahead, oh oh...

[Chorus]
Bum, bum bum ditti
Bum, bum bum ditti
Bum, bum bum ditti bum
Bum, bum bum ditti
Bum, bum bum ditti
Bum, bum bum ditti bum
(Please smile for me)
Bum, bum bum ditti
Bum, bum bum

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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