: Crucially, Wonder only allowed the sample on the condition that the song contained no profanity—a rarity for a "gangsta rap" track of the era. This constraint forced a poetic, introspective lyricism that broadened its appeal.
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: The gospel-inflected hook by L.V. gains a new resonance. The high-end frequencies are crisper, emphasizing the mournful grit in his voice as he sings the iconic chorus. : Crucially, Wonder only allowed the sample on