< Hotter than July is an album originally released on the Tamla Motown label on September 29, 1980. Despite the wide critical acclaim for Wonder's previous works such as Songs in the Key of Life and Innervisions, Hotter than July was his first album eligible for platinum status. Inspired by the growing popularity of Bob Marley's music and its clear messages against war, "Master Blaster (Jammin)" was Wonder's way of honoring Marley. The song was a big hit too. The ballad "Lately" and "Happy Birthday" were other notable successes from the album. Wonder wrote "Happy Birthday" in order to honor Martin Luther King and used the song to campaign for King's birthday, January 15, to become a national holiday in the USA.01 - Did I Hear You Say You Love Me 02 - All I Do 03 - Rocket Love 04 - I Ain't Gonna Stand For It 05 - As If You Read My Mind 06 - Masterblaster (Jammin') 07 - Do Like You 08 - Cash In Your Face 09 - Lately 10 - Happy BirthdayLINK <-- Posted By Fremy to Musicvault< 3/06/2008 07:36:00 AM--FremyVisit my music blog at (clone)
