Stevie Wonder, a child prodigy who signed with Motown at age 11, embarked on an unprecedented streak of creative genius in the 1970s. After gaining full artistic control of his music, he released a series of five albums—including 'Talking Book,' 'Innervisions,' and 'Songs in the Key of Life'—that are considered one of the greatest creative runs in music history. During this time, Wonder pioneered the use of synthesizers, particularly the TONTO and Moog, to create a lush, futuristic soul sound. He played most of the instruments himself, including the drums, keyboards, and harmonica. His music blended social commentary on racial injustice with themes of love and spirituality. Wonder has won 25 Grammy Awards, the most by a male solo artist, and remains a living legend whose influence spans across R&B, pop, and jazz.