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Stevie Wonder's Near-Fatal Accident After Innervisions Release
14 Nov
Summary
- Stevie Wonder narrowly escaped death just days after releasing 'Innervisions'.
- The music icon fell into a coma following a car accident in North Carolina.
- His 'Innervisions' album marked his transition to a voice for the people.
In 1973, a near-fatal accident threatened the life of Stevie Wonder just days after the release of his acclaimed album, 'Innervisions'. The 23-year-old musician was on a promotional tour in North Carolina when the car he was in collided with a truck, sending him into a coma.
This incident occurred at a critical juncture in Wonder's career. 'Innervisions,' now regarded as one of the greatest albums of all time, marked his evolution from a child prodigy to a profound voice for social commentary and a global icon.
The story of this brush with death is being revisited, utilizing archival interviews with Wonder himself. It also features new conversations with contemporary musicians and those close to Wonder, including members of his band and publicist, who recall the tense days of uncertainty.
