Stevie Wonder Surprises Fans With New Single Since 2020

Published Sep 3, 2024 By Dowell

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Stevie Wonder has surprised fans with his new single, “Can We Fix Our Nation’s Broken Heart,” marking his first solo release since 2020. The song is a heartfelt reflection on a nation divided by conflict, misunderstanding, and pain. Wonder paints a vivid picture with his lyrics: “Children marching on the boulevard / Tears are streaming down their face / The tension in the air is so bizarre / Love is gone without a trace.” The song’s gentle acoustic guitar and mellow rhythm pound the meaning of these words.

Wonder also offers a glimmer of hope and a call to action in his lyrics: “If we listen to different thoughts and point of views / All my brothers and sisters / We don’t have to lose humanity / We’re family / So can we please fix our nation’s broken heart?” This appeal for unity and understanding is central to the song’s message, urging listeners to bridge divides and heal a fractured society.

While Wonder hasn’t released a full album since 2005’s A Time to Love, he has continued to put out powerful singles. “Can We Fix Our Nation’s Broken Heart” follows his 2020 track, “Can’t Put It in the Hands of Fate.” That song, featuring rappers Rapsody, Chika, Cordae, and Busta Rhymes, tackled the slow progress of racial justice in America with fiery, unapologetic lyrics. In one memorable line, Wonder declares, “You say that you believe that all lives matter / I say, I don’t believe the fuck you do.”

Stevie Wonder’s Latest Music and Public Appearances

This latest release comes just a week after Wonder’s appearance at the 2024 Democratic National Convention, where he performed his classic, “Higher Ground.” The song’s themes echo those of his single and his DNC speech. “Beyond prayer, I know the importance of action,” Wonder emphasized. He called for courage over complacency, urging Americans to make a stand by voting: