From American Songwriter · Gayle Thompson · · 1m 10s
Peter Frampton Covers Stevie Wonder Classic
Peter Frampton’s 1977 cover of Stevie Wonder’s 1970 hit becomes a Top 20 success with Mick Jagger’s background vocals.
In brief
Peter Frampton’s 1977 cover of Stevie Wonder’s 1970 hit becomes a Top 20 success with Mick Jagger’s background vocals. Peter Frampton covered Stevie Wonder’s 1970 hit 'Signed, Sealed, Delivered I’m Yours' in 1977, reaching Top 20 with Mick Jagger’s background vocals. Originally reported by American Songwriter.
Stevie Wonder’s 1970 hit
Stevie Wonder released 'Signed, Sealed, Delivered I’m Yours' as a No. 1 hit in 1970, written with his mother, Syreeta Wright, and Lee Garrett.
Peter Frampton’s 1977 cover
Peter Frampton released a cover of Wonder’s song in 1977 as part of his 'I’m In You' record, reaching Top 20.
Mick Jagger’s background vocals
Mick Jagger sang background vocals on Frampton’s 'I’m In You' record, including the Wonder cover.
Stevie Wonder’s song credits
Stevie Wonder credited Syreeta Wright with unique lyrical expression, and his mother contributed ideas to the song.
Elton John’s struggle
Elton John struggled with the high notes of Wonder’s song, recalling his young recording attempt.
Grammy nominations
Stevie Wonder received two Grammy nominations for 'Signed, Sealed, Delivered I’m Yours'.
The essence
Peter Frampton covered Stevie Wonder’s 1970 hit 'Signed, Sealed, Delivered I’m Yours' in 1977, reaching Top 20 with Mick Jagger’s background vocals.
