Higher Ground by Stevie Wonder is a powerful song about resilience, redemption, and spiritual growth. Released in 1973 on the album Innervisions, the song reflects the desire to keep moving forward and rising above challenges. Stevie Wonder, drawing from personal experiences and the socio-political climate of the time, uses this track to convey hope and determination to his listeners. Themes of perseverance, inner strength, and the quest for a higher purpose are prevalent throughout the song. The line 'I'm so glad that he let me try it again, 'cause my last time on Earth I lived a whole world of sin' is particularly poignant, reflecting a sense of gratitude and second chances.