Yester-Me, Yester-You, Yesterday
Stevie Wonder · The Definitive Collection (UK) [2002]
What happened to the world we knew
When we would dream and scheme
And while the time away
Yester-me yester-you yesterday
Where did it go that yester glow
When we could feel
The wheel of life turn our way
Yester-me yester-you yesterday
I had a dream so did you
Life was warm and love was true
Two kids who followed all the rules
Yester-fools and now
Now it seems those yester-dreams
Were just a cruel
And foolish game we used to play
Yester-me yester-you yesterday
When I recall what we had
I feel lost I feel sad with nothing
but the memory of yester love
and now it seems those yester dreams
Were just a cruel
And foolish game we had to play
Yester-me yester-you yesterday
Yester-me yester-you yesterday
Sing with me
Yester-me yester-you yesterday
One more time...
Yester-Me, Yester-You, Yesterday
Stevie Wonder's 'Yester-Me, Yester-You, Yesterday' stands as a poignant exploration of memory and loss, delivered with his signature warmth and melodic sophistication. Recorded during the early 1970s, the track exemplifies the soul and R&B traditions that defined Wonder's career, blending lush orchestration with intimate vocal delivery. The song reflects a deep engagement with personal history and emotional vulnerability, characteristic of his work from this era. Featured on 'The Definitive Collection (UK) [2002]', the recording showcases the timeless quality of his songwriting, where complex harmonies meet accessible pop sensibilities. It remains a testament to his ability to craft narratives that resonate universally, capturing the bittersweet nature of looking back while moving forward.