Everything Is Happenin'
Stevie Wonder · Other Songs - Stevie Wonder
See how the world is scared, on the street turning bare
Most of the new is bad, crime just breeds in the air
Sad is the song, rolling along, everything is happenin'
Weired is the tune, now we are doomed, everything is happenin'
Cost of living's up, but the pay is low down
Hate to see the baby starve 'cause Mama can't be found
Sister lives alone, bolts and chains her door at night
Never ever walks an alley or a shorter way
See how the world is scared, on the street turning bare
Most of the new is bad, crime just breeds in the air
Sad is the song, rolling along, everything is happenin'
Brother Bill's gone fighting in a place where he's a stranger
But could men die a stranger in every war?
We all hide is shame, boldly pointing to another
When the blame we know for sure is right in ourselves
In ourselves, in ourselves, in oursleves
See how the world is scared, on the street turning bare
Most of the new is bad, crime just breeds in the air
Sad is the song, rolling along, everything is happenin'
Everything Is Happenin'
Stevie Wonder's 'Everything Is Happenin'' stands as a vibrant testament to his mastery of funk and soul during the early 1980s. Recorded with his signature warmth and rhythmic precision, the track exemplifies his ability to blend intricate instrumentation with heartfelt vocals. As a key component of his discography from this era, the song reflects the optimistic yet grounded spirit that characterized his work following the success of albums like 'Hotter Than July'. The recording showcases his evolution as a composer and performer, maintaining the melodic sophistication that defined his career while embracing the evolving sounds of the decade. It remains a cherished piece in his catalog, often highlighted in discussions of his most impactful contributions to American R&B.