Luther Vandross - So Amazing (official Audio) (2025)

Following Vandross's passing, Stevie Wonder and Beyoncé won a Grammy Award for their version on a 2005 tribute album.

It became a top 40 UK hit and a Soul Train Music Award nominee, prompting Warwick to later quip to Davis: "You can't be right all the time, Sir". 2. Meaning and Legacy

Co-written by Vandross and bassist Marcus Miller , the song was initially produced by Vandross for Dionne Warwick’s 1983 album, How Many Times Can We Say Goodbye .

The story of Luther Vandross ’s is a classic example of a songwriter's intuition proving a major record executive wrong. While the song is now a cornerstone of Vandross's legacy, it was originally written for his idol and friend, Dionne Warwick . 1. From Songwriter to Solo Hit

Arista’s Clive Davis rejected the track as the lead single, citing a lack of "commercial crossover appeal".

Following the rejection, Vandross recorded his own definitive version for his 1986 album, Give Me the Reason .

Known for its romantic lyrics and personal significance to Vandross, who frequently used the phrase "So Amazing" in daily life.