Icon, mogul, diva. First billed as "The 12-Year Old Genius", a nod to
eighth-wonder Ray Charles. A string of hits for "old" Motown, starting with "Fingertips". Began asserting independence, covering Dylan, doing writing and production work. Could have retired at 21, but Motown had ripped him off - he gained full independence as a consolation prize. Stevie Wonder 0wn3d j00. As an Elder Statesman, he
remains masterful, even though the thrill is gone.