Contusion

About Contusion

Contusion is an instrumental composition that begins in 4/4 time before transitioning through various time signatures including 7/8, 5/4, and 3/4. The track integrates elements from jazz fusion, funk, and classical music. Its structure draws parallels to the work of progressive jazz composers Dave Brubeck and Max Roach, known for experimental time signatures. The instrumental arrangement features Nathan Watts on bass providing the foundation for the shifting rhythms .

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About this song

Credited to

Stevie Wonder

Album

Songs In The Key Of Life · Track 4 of 20

Released

September 28, 1976

Duration

3:45

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From the album: Songs In The Key Of Life