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L002266
| DATE | May 27, 2026 |
| STATUS | Filed |
| SUBJECT | Songs in the Key of Life |
What was Stevie Wonder’s contractual situation during the recording?
By 1974, Wonder had renegotiated his Motown contract to give him full creative control and ownership of his publishing, at the time the biggest recording deal in history. This unprecedented freedom allowed him to take the time he needed to realize his vision without label pressure.
Report L002266. Filed.
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