Don't You Worry 'Bout a Thing

Stevie Wonder's "Don't You Worry 'Bout a Thing" is a song that radiates positivity and assurance. The lyrics encourage the listener to let go of their anxieties and trust that things will work out in the end. The song opens with a playful exchange in Spanish, which sets a lighthearted tone and introduces the theme of not worrying despite language barriers or cultural differences.

The core message of the song is about resilience and not getting bogged down by life's challenges. Wonder acknowledges that everyone has their own struggles ('Everybody's got a thing'), but he advises against fixating on what's not worth worrying about ('Just taking the things not worth having'). Instead, he offers a comforting promise of support (''Cause I'll be standing on the side when you check it out'), suggesting that no matter what happens, you're not alone.

The song also touches on the idea of personal growth and the importance of embracing change ('Hey, yeah, everybody needs a change / A chance to check out the new'). Wonder emphasizes that the only person who can truly understand and enact change in one's life is oneself ('But you're the only one to see / The changes you take yourself through'). The repeated phrase 'Don't you worry 'bout a thing' serves as a mantra, encouraging the listener to maintain a positive outlook and to trust in their own journey. The use of Spanish phrases like 'todo 'stá bien chévere' (everything's really cool) adds an international flair and reinforces the song's universal message of optimism.