Stevie Wonder- "I Was Made To Love Her"/Interview 1967 [Reelin' In The Years Archives] 

Stevie was just warming up at this time in his career. One of the top ten artist of all time.

I almost cried when Stevie Wonder said he only writes melodies and isn't good at lyrics. He was the greatest wordsmith ever

Hard to believe he was only 17 here. Genius! Happy birthday Stevie!

Wow he was 17 no computers no social media platforms no sycophants around him just TALENT.🤗🤗🤗🤗

17 year-old Stevie sharp like a No.2 pencil!!!

Stevie Wonder and Prince two of the most talented musicians of my lifetime.🎶

Stevie in ANY decade gives me the chillz. This man was talented at conception.

This live version is awesome and untouchable! Nuff said!

No one can play the harmonica like Stevie

This song is so powerful it always makes a sobbing mess out of me. Genius.

Jesus! The bass.. the drums.. the trumpet.. the nostalgic storyline.. the performance.. this is just about the perfect song! Man oh man.

I seen Stevie Wonder's first televised appearance. I'm 70 years old now he is the most dynamic Talent that God has given us on this Earth

Wow.. I've never heard this song before, but now I can't stop playing it! When he sings, he's really feelin it - he almost wants to jump out of his skin. Hearing and watching Stevie Wonder is one of the single greatest pleasures of my life.😢 😁

THIS MAN IS A GENIUS!!!! AT 17, HE HAD THE VERNACULAR AND MANNERISMS OF A 40 YEAR OLD (educated) MAN!!

The recorded version of this song is great. But live, Steve takes it to an even higher level. Just utterly blown away by this performance. There is like a source of light and energy that came out of this person when he let the music take over his body and opened his mouth to sing.

genius, music legend . this guy was born to play. such an amazing man! he cant and should never be copied

Wow, what were we doing at 17? This man was just born awesome. So glad he shared his talents.

If you want to know what soul feels like just look at Stevie. No mirror to practice moves...just all soul! "The Prophet Of Soul" Love this ! Miss this!

My all time favorite Stevie Wonder song and I'm a big fan of his music. Yet this one stands above the rest for me!

One of the best musicians of all time. His music and voice will always have a special place in my life.

And people who have sight, complain about all the things they (think they) Can't do...

One of my favorite Stevie Wonder songs & to think he only 17 is amazing! Whitney also did a nice rendition of this!

Stevie Wonder still have that great smile and sense of humor today! Proof he is down to earth genuinely.

I was 7 years old when I first heard this song in the summer of 67 on AM radio and instantly loved it. God it is so motown. Great song by an awesome singer.

17 years young! Wow! I just saw another clip when he was 16! He’s just always been a genius!

One thing I know for sure is that I'm going to bawl when he passes away. 😭😭😭😭. I love him so much

All singers should hear Stevie was hoarse in the beginning and pushed through it!! Real Legend💯😇🙏🐐

Just a Genius. I've been listening to Stevie since I was a toddler. Older siblings records, etc. He is a gift from God

Stevie is the G.O.A.T. THIIS MAN IS A 🤴🏿 AND PROLIFIC WRITER, SINGER. SO GLAD 2 HAVE BEEN BLESSED WITH HIS GUFTS. SO PROUD OF HIS CONTINUE SUCCESS. GO 🤴🏿. LOOOOVE THIS TALENT HUMAN. HE STAY TRUE 2 HIMSELF AND THE COULTURE.. 🙏🏽🤲🏽💪🏽❤🖤💚💐

One of these rare talents that arrive fully formed. He's amazing.

Young genius mind. I smiled the whole interview. Priceless.

There's only ONE.The incomparable ONE....One of our true musical geniuses left in this world....STEVIE WONDER

THIS IS AMAZING!!!! I always felt this song was just good. But this live version is so much doper than the original. I have a new found respect for I Was Made To Love Her. And it's now one of my more favorite songs from probably my favorite artist, next to the King of R&B. Thank you for puttin this in my spirit

This has been one of my all time favorite real love songs! "Suzie was in pigtails, I knew I loved her even then"... HOW SWEET IS THAT!!!. Did not know Stevie was called the "Prophet of Soul" but it fits and there is no argument here. Thank you so much for the post, this is and will be a long time classic.

His greatness always makes me tear up. Love him so!

Stevie you are a gem to this world.

Stevie Wonder is the best entertainer I have ever had the pleasure to listen to... Stevie started singing at a very young age and still today and he is reaching out to each and everyone of us... His voice gives so much compassion and love to us all... God bless you Stevie...🙏

This live version is so awesome! King Stevie.

This ballad rocks!☺️

Guy is a phenomena, such a sweet heart, is really touching

Great live version! Little did he know he would dominate the grammies in the 70s.

Awesome intense version of this song. Love how the tempo and feeling builds in waves.

Thanks for the great video...👍👍 Stevie Wonder ....🎵🎵🎵

My favorite song by him❤

The hooks in this tune are so plentiful! This tune grabs ya hook, line, sinker….👍🏻 the Fabulous Stevie Wonder

I have seen this video more than 25 times, ... live performance, AMAZING, spontaneous, humble, happy, and most importantly enjoy what he does, ... just 17 years old, just WONDER-ful

We don't get true artistry like this anymore....

Even as a child this song made me cry...its tooo beautiful..my God....we are too amazing.love my people.

I love the fact that Motown really groomed them well. Made sure they still got their education. Thank you Berry Gordy

This is So Powerful. One of my FAVORITE ARTISTS OF ALL TIME ❤

If I had to choose my all-time top 10 favorite American songs, this would be in my top 5. What a thrill & rush to watch & hear Stevie Wonder perform like this live at 17. Thank you so much for posting & sharing !

Amazing

For me the most gifted soulful singing musician ever to be “ladies and gentlemen I give you Stevie wonder “

That was awesome all the way around.... the harmonica playing... the passionate delivery... and the interview!!! Thank u Stevie for all the music!!!

That bassist! Obviously Stevie is wonderful, but listen to that bassist go

Friggin’ EPIC!!! Love this live performance. I did notice the bad intro, trumpet was a bit off when Stevie came in w the harmonica. Also noticed at the end, seems Stevie thought the song was ending, when they had one more measure. LOVE IT!

Bruh! Stevie is the fkn pinnacle of music. Amazing.

Stevie Wonder, A true Giant of soul music! This song moves you spiritually, beautiful.

What a genius.

Wow I've NEVER heard him hoarse! Still great!

King!

That horn section gives me the chills. Great orchestra!

You know that feeling this tune gives you? That’s life right there. What are you going to do about it? You have a options. Listen and do it x

One of my ten personal favorites from his enduring career thanks for that classic upload I haven't seen in years That's classic old school Motown forever

Its a hot afternoon here in the uk and i just saw this and as i played it i was taken back to the very first time i heard it way back in 67 when i was a girl of 11...i was stood on the caravan steps at a site called mablethorpe in lincolnshire at our week long seaside holiday and i think that was the exact moment i felt i had grown up..well a bit anyway..I'd never heard anyone sing like him before as it was all the stones and beatles here and i fell in love with that song and stevie from that minute on.im 65 soon and im sat propped up on my bed in utter pain in my legs from diabetitis but i just blanked it out for those few minutes, as by a bit of alchemy or hypnosis, i was back on the steps as that young girl hearing his soul touching magical song for the very first time in my life.hes still my all time number 1 singer as every single song hes ever sang holds a special place and memory in my heart and soul and will till the day the music stops and im a wisp of air....wonderful mr wonder...luv denise..old,over but not out...just yet..

Aww Stevie your music is happiness 🥳

And to think that this humble teenage Stevie would turn out to be one of the best lyricists of all time.

Awesome..awesome...awesome...greatness! 17! Woo Hoo! The power! So good we got this show! And the interviewer...you can tell how much he appreciated Stevie and has such respect..he was honored to have him...he knew too..he was witnessing greatness!

His definitely got the Talent.Blessed

Love this tune. Stevie is awesome

This man's talent never fails to give me chills no matter how often I hear his music. It's not fair to call him a genius and afterwards carelessly throw that word around to others nowhere near his level.

I am so blessed to have grown up with Stevie Wonder's music in my ears! Thank you and God bless you, Stevie Wonder!

Genius and living Legend

He was just at the start of one of the most prolific and illustrious singer /songwriters who has ever graced this planet!! He turned 74 yesterday and still going strong!! 💋❤️🥂💐🎊🎉

what a voice such sweet poetry to your loved one

Stevie Wonder. Is a awesome and talented artist. In that, he is a musician also. He can play NUMEROUS instruments in spite of being blind. A true under dog and over-comer. Had every reason to give up, but did not. Instead he soared in spite of the obvious obstacles. He is a authenic inspiration and all whiners need to take note. His music has stood the test of time, which alone speaks volumes. Now. This is evening talk show host, Merv Griffin. He was behind a lot of the game shows we have today. Just a lil bit of trivia for the young-uns. 😁

it just doesn't get any better than this. 17 yrs old!!!

Stevie Wonder the ambassador of soul&Life a supernatural Force love you always Stevie

My word that bass line is giving me goosebumps

17 years old. 💋

Living Legend 🙏🙏🙏 Give that man the love & respect he is Due while he's still alive. With the 🌎 going crazy and us losing love one's and icons hit that 👍 to show a true living legend some love while he's alive

how do you not hug him after ever song? sweet jesus

The voice, the delivery, one of a kind❤❤❤

The band is KICKING!! @ 3:05.. 'bring down a little' - bass player said ' yup Imma run my lines now'...hot damn.

One. Of. The. Greats. Of. All. Times. There were. So. Many. Of. Them. Every. Time. We. Lose. Another. One. Of. Them. I. Feel so. Sad.

Thank you for this..

WOW ... what an absolute top human being, singer, musician, writer

I love the album version more. It haz 10 time more feeling and soul in it.

An amazing and stunning musical genius. If we can turn back the clock...!

The best for ever.Please don’t pass away. I love u

This is awesome, thank you for posting! Stevie is so inspiring, happy birthday, today!!!

That harmonica . this is one my favorite songs so many Stevie is On a whole other level ago Stevie

Wow! I had no idea that he was only 17 years old when he recorded this song. Love it!🩵💚

Not bragging but I was 16 with transistor radio heard this it moved me like the Beatles did in 63. Never get tired 8f hearing it till day

That introduction was AMAZING wow…….. phenomenal omg the way he introduced Stevie Damnnnnnnnnnnn……………………🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉

At 16 - Stevie writes and composes this song. Me at 16 - Looking for lost tennis balls

I love watching his body movements, it’s as though his body is possessed by the soul of music

This was the smoothest person ever

God had MAJOR plans for Stevie's life.Steve didn't think he could write lyrics. WOW!

i was about seven or eight when this came out and i saw him on tv performing this and i fell in love with him then. he and aretha franklin are the original giants.