Stevie Wonder 's Songs in the Key of Life is far from "rare" in terms of availability, but specific original pressings and specialized formats are highly sought after by collectors. This 1976 magnum opus was a massive commercial success, selling over 10 million copies in the U.S. alone. While standard copies are common, finding a complete original first issue—which includes the double LP, a 24-page lyric booklet, and the "A Something’s Extra" 7-inch bonus EP—can be difficult as these components are often missing from used copies. Market Availability & "Rarity" Factors
: A cosmic, utopian track where Stevie sings about leaving Earth for a more peaceful world. Ebony Eyes
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The album is celebrated for its immense thematic and musical range, blending soul, funk, jazz, pop, and gospel. Wonder acted as a virtuoso multi-instrumentalist, playing the majority of the instruments himself, including the pioneering synthesizer.