# 4 Famous Songs That Are Enlivened by the Presence of the Fantastically Funky Clavinet

- URL: https://talkfuse.com/story/4-famous-songs-that-are-enlivened-by-the-presence-of-the-fantastically-funky-clavinet/
- Published: 2026-11-10T16:00:00+00:00
- Updated: 2026-11-10T20:51:55+00:00
- Original publisher: American Songwriter
- Original article: https://americansongwriter.com/4-famous-songs-that-are-enlivened-by-the-presence-of-the-fantastically-funky-clavinet/
- Topics: Americas, Entertainment, Music, World

## Key points

- Four classic songs showcase the clavinet’s funky sound.
- Stevie Wonder played the clavinet, drums and Moog bass on “Superstition”.
- Wah-wah pedals shape parts by The Band and Fleetwood Mac.

## Summary

The article highlights four familiar songs in which the clavinet adds a distinctive funk-driven sound, showing how the keyboard helped shape tracks across different styles. It argues that the instrument deserves more attention today, while illustrating its range through memorable riffs and playing choices.

Garth Hudson uses a wah-wah clavinet on The Band’s “Up On Cripple Creek”, while Ray Jackson’s part on Bill Withers’ “Use Me” locks into a groove with the bass. Stevie Wonder played the clavinet, drums and Moog bass on “Superstition”; Christine McVie built the clavinet part into Fleetwood Mac’s “You Make Loving Fun”, also using a wah-wah pedal.

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