Who Did It Better? - Stevie Wonder vs. Luther Vandross (1974/1985) 

It’s NOT A COMPETITION. Both of these brothers are incredible vocalists and music artists. Rest In Peace Luther. Stay strong Stevie!

Stevie's more mellow, laid back and somber, while Luther's version is more upbeat. In this case, Stevie's version trumps Luther's. Plus you have the late great Minnie Riperton on the backing vocals for Stevie's version, so you can't lose. Luther's _creep, creep, creep_ is iconic though.

No disrespect to the late Luther Vandross but you always have to give the originator, creator the win. Stevie's version all day every day

I like Luther; but Stevie performing HIS masterpiece!!

STEVIE...his rendition has so much emotional meaning to me. I lost my best friend, my brother in 75. He would always creep into my dreams just like STEVIE sang it. I cry to this day when I hear it. I miss you, Ricky.

Stevie is still the originator & innovator. Luther is smooth, that's cool. Stevie's that guy, in this case. Plus the harmonica...

Stevie. It was His Song. He wrote, arranged and composed it.

There is no comparison... They are BOTH amazing.. 2 different styles

The harmonica and Minnie seal the deal for me

I love Stevie's version better. It has this futuristic and hypnotic sound. Also Minnie Riperton is singing on this.

Not gonna lie, I adore Luther’s version of this song.

No one’s a bigger Stevie fan than me. Named my daughter after Stevie. However, I prefer Luther’s version, especially when he did it live.

Both but Stevie’s sounds a little more obsessive serious and Luther’s more innocent playful. Luther was the master of remakes, Stevie has Minnie and that harmonica solo. I can’t pick.

Stevie Wonder 100%🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

I can't choose one over the other. Both leave their unique and ingenious touch. They're just two bad brothers doing what they do.

My mother loves Luther’s version but I love Stevie’s, the original.

I like Stevies version more. All handmade.

LUTHA!!! STEVIE WONDER Is UNTOUCHABLE But Luther's Smooth Rich Vocals & That HQ Crisp SUPER MIX/MASTER Put DAT THANG/STANK On It IMO... Salute To BOTH!!! RIP Luther Vandross.... #LEGENDARY P E A C E...

Both are legends in their own right

Because internet postings are forever, I dare not choose between these two beyond legends.

I'm offended Stevie is even in question. What illuminates better? Your cellphone-flashlight or the sun. 🤔

I like the musical arrangement on the original, but Luther’s vocals! 💕. My mom played this Luther cassette nonstop - I loved how “If Only For One Night” led into “Creepin”.

They're equally superb in their own superior uniqueness!

stevie wonder hands down

It's a win either way. Both are music legends.

Stevie wrote the joint..i prefer his. But...the teacher isnt always better than the student in all occasions. Case in point: Stevie wrote I Cant Help It and he performed a demo of it. He gave it to Michael Jackson and Michael's version cant be touched

Stevie wrote the music. Stevie wrote the lyrics. Stevie played various instruments on the record. Luther's producers along with Luther listened to how Stevie sang the melody and played the music, then decided how they were going to do it different to fit the way Luther sings. I think Marcus Miller produced some of the songs on this project. I do like both versions. Both artists are great and have their own style of singing. All around? Stevie is a genius. Way more than just a singer.

Stevie’s (and Minnie Riperton’s) is more s o u l f u l.

both, definitely not picking sides

You've got a hung jury on this one for all the right reasons. Amazing talent on both sides!

Stevie's version is about voice and musical arrangement and Luther's version is more about voice . Both versions are good , however Stevie's version is better because of the musical arrangement. 🎈🎉🏆🎵

Stevie Wonder's version from the beginning to the ending of the song is so distinctive that any other "cover" makes alterations to the original arrangement( that may sound nice, as is with Luther's cut) and rendition that still fall short regardless who sings it.

One of my favorite songs EVER. I'll only choose Stevie because its his song

I really can't say on this one they both blew it out of the water

Jamie Foxx had a version as well. I believe it was on the tribute to Luther album

Love both versions...both of them have a different feel but same message but if I had to choose it would be Luther Vandross

The 2 BEST live performers I every witnessed. BOTH legends!! RIP Luther😢

That’s a hard one, especially for us early 70’s borne

Different feels. Both are amazing. Wonder more THOUGHT provoking , Vandross more ROMANCE. I appreciate both versions completely. 💪🏽

Obviously Stevie gets credit for writing the song, but it's like he wrote it for Luther.

now you know who Did It Better :-) Stevie Wonder

I love me some Luther, but this is Stevie's song.

Stevie's version is more jazzy! Stevie is the master. Luther's version is nice though.

I like Luther's voice better, but the execution goes to Stevie.

Love you Luther and you did an excellent job, but ya'll KNOW can't NOBODY do Stevie better than Stevie. PERIODT.

Both versions too me are classics! I grew up on both of them.

These are legend so both have their on spin on it !

I like both, I can't lie! However, when I was little, Luther's version used to scare me. The part when he went he said "Creep" at 6:35 scared me. I guess I thought it was a ghost, don't know what I was thinking. I can laugh at that now. 😂😂😂

Come on man. Don’t make me choose!

I didn't discover Stevies version until late in my 20's. I grew up with the Luther version , talking to first crushes while listening to the quite storm. The back story that Minnie Singing background is how Stevie produced her Epic album with Richard Rudolph and hearing her angelic voice sways it for me.

Stevie for me. No contest.

us older headz gon roll wit little stevie wonder....then luther covered with honor

I is a big Stevie fan, but I really like Luther's version I can't pick they both do it for me for different reasons

I really don’t like when people turn stuff like this into a competition! Both great, people have different opinions on who they prefer, as always. One shouldn’t discredit either.

One thing I like with Luther is that when he does a cover, he makes it his own! But I abs love stevie's version. His drumming, synth playing, singing and harmonica playing are top notch!!

Luther over does it. Stevie has just the right amount of effort ..as always Stevie wins .

Stevie Wonder's version is haunting and the harmonica is irreplaceable. And Minnie Ripperton's vocals doing background is unforgettable. I love Luther's creep creep version also.

You don’t compare two great legends. You appreciate them and what they brought. Which is legendary music to the world for all to enjoy. Beautiful black music.

Without The Master Of Stevie, There Would Be No Luther Remake Period... Both Are Most Indeed Soulfully Incredible In The End!!! God Bless Minnie And Luther. Thank The Heavens We Still Have Stevie And His Energy On This Earth 2021........

I was born in the early 60s...old school music was my life bc of my Mom/Aunts and Uncles. However, in the late 70s, I heard Luther. My very 1st concert as a teenager was going to see Luther. It was then that I realized, Luther covered Stevie's song 🎵. I cried during the concert, bc I never thought someone would do that! Totally in shock! Not to Stevie! I listened to his every word. I fell in love with that version. However, in my late 20s I had the opportunity to see Stevie in concert! To say I'm confused 😕 is an understatement. If I play Stevie's version, the listening party is not over til I play Luther's version. After all these years, I'm still unable to decide. I still play old school music and I hear something new each time. Not knocking young people, but what in the world is that stuff u're listening to? I know times have changed, but r we so far apart, that the children have to listen to the words and language of some songs and it make them destructive? Listening to what's playing in the airwaves now, does it make u think b4 u act? R u really listening 🎶?

Much as I love Stevie, Luther has a habit of making every cover version sound like he was the originator, Stevie's vocals are in black and white but Luther sings in glorious technicolor, have you guys seriously listened to his vocals on this, wow!

LAWD LAWD LAWD!!! One of my FAVORITE SONGS by Sir Luther. HANDS DOWN🔥🔥🔥

This is like Sophie's Choice! I love both singers, but Stevie is my choice on this one!, ,,, Thank you Reelblack👍☘️

Hands down my favourite song by my two favourite artists. Can't choose because they both do the song wonderfully 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽

Both Hands Down! 🙌

Both monster talents. But Wonder’s version wins by a mile.

I like Luther's version. His version reminds me of my courtship days.

It really depends on who I'm in the mood for. I like both singing styles.

Stevie Wonderful! Luther's voice and arrangement, and choice of song we're spot on, but Stevie embodied being an artist from writing, production, ect...he was futuristic.

It's some artist you just can't differentiate between and these 2 are in that category both are amazing. 🔥🔥

I love both are great Artist's 🎶🎤🎹

I heard Luther's version first. I like Stevie's arrangement better but I love Luther's voice. Put me down for undecided. 🤷‍♂️. Another good comparison is STAR OF THE STORY. Whom do you prefer; Heatwave's version or George Benson's?

Thanks for sharing this, the first time I heard this song was in one of Luther concert I stay with Luther sorry Stevie 💓💕👫🌻🌹🌎🌏🌍💋😊😊😊😊😊😊😊❤😎🌻☝The One and only unconditional 😍

OH MY GOODNESS!!! It pains me to say this cause nobody loves Stevie Wonder music more than me BUT Luther took this song to an entirely new level. It just draws you in & slowly drifts you away! Both get a thumbs up, though

At 53 this is my 1st time hearing Stevie's original, I love it but, Luther's version is the one I know, therefore it edges past SW's with polish from the 80's recording process and LV's smooth vocal styliings.

Steve's original version came out when I was 11yrs old..just a kid.. but Luther's version hit when I was in college gettin busy!! I love both!!

Both are beautiful. I'm partial to Stevie's version because it's more familiar but Luther's is lovely!

The Adaptor (Luther) has time to reflect and develop or embellish what The Originator (Stevie) has already created. I always felt that Stevie could plant seeds in the subconscious, and then someone like Luther comes along to create a presentation that's a little more "conscious". However, we couldn't have any of it without Stevie. I felt the same way with Stevie's "Maybe Your Baby" as sung later by Rufus and Chaka, or Brenda Russell's "Get Here", as later performed by Oleta Adams. It's like, you sense the first version in the ether somewhere, and then the secondary performer comes along and breathes more life into a song...performance wise. But make no mistake, the the secondary artist has a blueprint to work from... Can't have one without the other.

Luther knows what to do with a song. His vocal prowess is second to none 🔥. Big up both of these legends

Stevie did it first, Luther did it next. I actually like both versions. Each had their season.

Luther was in my "Hey day" so I am crazy about Luther's version. Stevie is the Master Jammer, but he lost this one. I hope he wrote it so he's getting those royalties checks. 💲💰🤑

Luther was the better vocalist, Stevland was the best composer of the 20th century.

Stevie and Luther are the very definition of excellence as artists, so there can be no competition; I'm sure that Luther covered this track as a tribute and love for Stevie. I love them both too much to choose; and I've always loved this song, so theanks!!

Stevie 💯 (Tambourine, Organ,Live)

Stevie...much better composer , musician , and performer...

Minnie Riperton in the background gives Stevie the edge!

Another versus I didn’t know existed

Wow!!! I never knew Stevie did this first. I guess it’s true what they say, “It’s never as good as the first time.” I’ve always enjoyed Luther’s version but Stevie’s version got me feeling some type of way. Lemme go find my husband...💋 Dope2x 💪🏾

Stevie's is more haunting and more in line with the words being sung...while Luther's is more about the interaction between him and the backing singers. Stevie for me but luther close behind.

This is my first time hearing Stevie's version. I like it!

I LOVE them both!!!!!!!!

They both did 🥰❤️🖤💚#you could have picked a better picture of them together, Luther looks dusty in this photo but I still love them both 🥰❤️🖤💚

At 1:51 You can hear the legendary One and Only Mrs. Minnie Riperton in the background!!!!

I'm embarrassed, never knew it was a Stevie song, only knew Luther's version. I hang my head in shame!

Oh this is so hard right now I can't even pick

Love 'em both toss it up!

It's a tie, I love both versions and keep them on repeat when I have a quiet storm night of classic soul from the 70s and 80s from my vinyl records and cd collection!!!!

Luther!!!

Luther definitely did his thing on this song! Stevie is the originator and the master of music, but Luther definitely took this song to a new level. Luther has this one.

Stevie is on another atmosphere, he is a composer, innovator genius. Let's go!!!