Stevland Hardaway Judkins, known as Stevie Wonder, was born in Saginaw, Michigan. He became a child prodigy and one of the most successful and beloved musicians in the world.
At the age of 11, Stevie was signed to Motown's Tamla label, and he was given the stage name 'Little Stevie Wonder.' His early musical talent catapulted him to fame.
'Fingertips,' a live recording from the Motor Town Revue was a number-one hit on the Billboard Hot 100 when Stevie was just 13, making him the youngest artist to top the chart.
Upon turning 21 in 1971, Stevie negotiated a new contract with Motown, which allowed him much more creative freedom in his recordings and a higher royalty rate.
He released what many consider to be his masterpiece album, 'Songs in the Key of Life,' which went on to become one of the best-selling albums worldwide.
Wonder was instrumental in campaigning for the recognition of Martin Luther King Jr. Day as a national holiday, celebrated in the United States every third Monday of January.
Stevie Wonder was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame for his immense contribution to music and influence on countless artists and genres.
Stevie Wonder was designated as a United Nations Messenger of Peace with a special focus on persons with disabilities.
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