Bill Withers' 'Ain't No Sunshine' is a timeless classic that captures the universal experience of loss and longing. Withers' expressive voice and minimalist instrumentation create an atmosphere of melancholy and reflection that is as powerful today as it was when it was released in 1971. A masterpiece of soul music.
Ain't no sunshine when she's gone It's not warm when she's away Ain't no sunshine when she's gone And she's always gone too long Anytime she goes away Wonder this time where she's gone Wonder if she's gone to stay Ain't no sunshine when she's gone And this house just ain't no home Anytime she goes away And I know, I know, I know, I know, I know, I know, I know, I know, I know I know, I know, I know, I know, I know I know, I know, I know, I know, I know I know, I know, I know, I know, I know I know, I know, Hey, I oughtta leave young thing alone But ain't no sunshine when she's gone Ain't no sunshine when she's gone Only darkness every day Ain't no sunshine when she's gone And this house just ain't no home Anytime she goes away Anytime she goes away Anytime she goes away Anytime she goes away
My wife passed in April of cancer. I used to listen to this song before she passed and feel it. Now I really feel it different that she's gone forever... You're always in my heart Indi. Love you Baby! 🙏🏽❤️🌷
To say the least! I feel like this is gonna be another 2016 (but with an added deadly virus). RIP Bill Withers, an amazing artist. Your music will live on forever.
He can only be in heaven if he believed and trusted in the Lord Jesus Christ for his salvation. He that believeth on the Son hath everlasting life: and he that believeth not the Son shall not see life; but the wrath of God abideth on him. John 3:36
This is the perfect song to hear on cloudy, raining and cold day. It's so somber, but at the same time so beautiful, definitely a interesting combination.
I’m so sorry for your loss. My beloved sister just passed away unexpectedly this week. She and her husband were married for 46 years. He told me, “I don’t know what I will do with the rest of my life.” That broke me even more. Just keep putting one foot in front of the other, and may your good memories bring you comfort.
Fun fact : he actually sang "I know" 26 times because he realized that he forgot to write a verse during the recording. When it was over, he wanted to quickly write one, but everybody in the studio told him to keep it. 😉
Another fun fact, listen to the last verse. Bill starts to sing "And she's always gone too long", but instantly catches his mistake and smoothly changes to "this house just ain't no home."
The absolute craziest part to me is that this song has been covered COUNTLESS times, probably hundreds ... and yet, ive NEVER heard a single cover match the original. literally every cover misses the small details that make this song so beautiful ... withers voice being the main one, but also the footsteps, the plucking from the guitar, the bass, those old school strings ... man, i love this song
This came from the greatest era in music history IMO. R&B, Blues, Soul, Rock from the mid 60's, 70's and early 80's produced what everyone covers today. There was some good music before and after, but that 20 years from '64 to '84 was the pinnacle.
RIP, Bill Withers, and thank you for your music. “We are devastated by the loss of our beloved, devoted husband and father. A solitary man with a heart driven to connect to the world at large, with his poetry and music, he spoke honestly to people and connected them to each other,” the family statement read. “As private a life as he lived close to intimate family and friends, his music forever belongs to the world. In this difficult time, we pray his music offers comfort and entertainment as fans hold tight to loved ones.
It is so sad to hear the loss of the husband and father, i know how hard it is to lose a brilliant relative, I had this when I was 5 to 11 years of age and lost 5 relatives during that Time including my father when I was 9. So you all have my sincere condolence during this difficult time. God protect and bless you all.
Ain't no sunshine when he's gone. Bill Withers was a wonderful songwriter and singer with such creativity displaying the delicacy and joy of the human spirit.
[Verse 1] Ain't no sunshine when she's gone It's not warm when she's away Ain't no sunshine when she's gone And she's always gone too long Anytime she goes away [Verse 2] Wonder this time where she's gone Wonder if she's gonna stay Ain't no sunshine when she's gone And this house just ain't no home Anytime she goes away [Bridge] And I know, I know, I know, I know I know, I know, I know, I know I know, I know, I know, I know I know, I know, I know, I know I know, I know, I know, I know I know, I know, I know, I know I know, I know Hey, I ought to leave the young thing alone But ain't no sunshine when she's gone [Verse 3] Ain't no sunshine when she's gone Only darkness everyday Ain't no sunshine when she's gone And this house just ain't no home Anytime she goes away
Lyrics Ain't no sunshine when she's gone It's not warm when she's away Ain't no sunshine when she's gone And she's always gone too long Anytime she goes away Wonder this time where she's gone Wonder if she's gone to stay Ain't no sunshine when she's gone And this house just ain't no home Anytime she goes away And I know, I know, I know, I know, I know, I know, I know, I know, I know, I know, I know, I know, I know, I know, I know, I know, I know, I know, I know, I know, I know, I know, I know, I know, I know, I know, Hey, I oughtta leave young thing alone But ain't no sunshine when she's gone Ain't no sunshine when she's gone Only darkness every day Ain't no sunshine when she's gone And this house just ain't no home Anytime she goes away Anytime she goes away Anytime she goes away Anytime she goes away
This song will forever remind me of my late dog. She passed away last summer. Some time after I was sitting in car as we drove past a beach I had taken her not so long ago, on a very special day as we had been on a roadtrip with just the two of us. And as I looked into the horizon, this song started playing on the radio... It hit me hard. I was 13 when I got her and I took her everywhere I could with me. She was with me for 13 years. A very special dog, and the best friend and teacher I could've hoped for. Needless to say, I miss her terribly.
This song is about an older guy in love with a younger girl and how bittersweet it makes him feel. He aches for her when she's not around, but at the same time he knows she's too young and the relationship can only bring him heartache. I have walked down this road. After the 22 'I Knows' the lines that get me are: "Hey, I oughta leave young thing alone But ain't no sunshine when she's gone". (Oh my God I know that feeling...even now)
You know, you know, you know , you know, you know,you know..how much that makes you sound like a ped? how old was the girl mister? was she of age? youre all a bunch of wrongens
I’ll second that!! My late daddy raised me on this song and many many many others! Music is so important to me!! Especially this one!! Makes me remember all the good times just me and my amazing dad had! He raised me on his own. It’s bittersweet really…
Friday, October 11 2019- This song played on the radio while my Dad, my daughter and I were driving to visit my Mom who was in the hospital succumbing from breast cancer. I remember thinking to myself “This is the day she leaves us”. She gained her wings that day at 4:55pm. Rest In Peace Mama. We love and miss you. 🙏🏽❤️🕊🥀
Bianca, whenever I listen to this song, i get scared of the exact thing you are speaking. Can only imagine how hard it is for you to listen it without feeling the pain. Love
AMAZING MASTERPIECE, AMAZING SONG 🎶 🎵, AMAZING MAN. After 60 years this song still moves me deeply every time I hear it , this is “SOUL” music at its definitive best! …the vulnerability we all face when we are in love, heart wrenching, heart breaking and heartwarming all at the same time…
In 1971, this thirtysomething guy walks into a studio with a guitar and something simple he wrote between shifts. Booker T. Jones, a master at keeping things simple, handled the arrangement, and came up with this here single that does in two minutes what Isaac Hayes took four albums and symphony orchestras to accomplish. "Just As I Am" indeed; just Bill Withers, his guitar and the bare naked truth. And I just can't seem to get enough.
I like the song, but I dont think so, this song only has 7 million views, which is a lot, but only a percentage of most new artists view counts, take any Adele, Justin Bieber, Billie Eillish Song
@sweeney 1 I don't see how platform is a problem considering how this song is on the same platform as the other ones I've mentioned, and views are relevant considering the original comment was about popularity
I feel so sorry for the world now, on this sadly April 3rd 2020 when one of the tremendous voice of modern soul music has died in the age of 81 and that in an already sad time of news, People dying world wide by the damn covid 19 virus, how sad it all is as we have a war, sorry for this thought, but Bill Withers one of the greatest musician is no more. I always remember him when i am going to turn on his music at home. Bill rest in peace, i never forget you, and God bless your soul, your family and relatives.
Sorry about the bruthah, but he Coronavirus "Pandemic" is a HOAX. Numbers are inflated (people dying of bee stings, etc... called Coronavirus) cause Bill Gates wants us to take his virus.
@@kieranthompson1362 Really? So what is a Coronavirus? We're gonna get to the bottom of who's stupid here...And don't back out of the Coronavirus challenge.
This song helped me through my mother dying thank you Bill Withers we appreciate this kind of music thank you for helping me through my situation and the death of my mother❤
In an age when charlatans so often claim to be 'authentic,'' Bill's lyrics speak to an everyman honesty/authenticity that echoes down the years, simple yet great writing, emotions writ large without a trace of pomposity or self-indulgence, true to himself always. He walked away so early, but his legacy will long outlive him. RIP Bill, and thank you.
Bill Withers proved that you do not need to be a music degree graduate or a guitar virtuoso (who knows all the chords, the scales, the licks and riffs) or a multi-instrumentalist extraordinaire to craft meaningful songs with simple but poetic lyrics and without complicated chord changes and kilometric solos. Bill is one of the best singer-songwriters ever.
He proved it? Let's just forget about the fact that there are literally hundreds, and more probably thousands of musical artists who have done the same. I mean come on, Gordon Lightfoot, Jim Croce, Harry Chapin, let's just throw them and others out
Message to the ether: The woman had been wronged. She told me that she just wanted someone to take care of HER for a change. No problem, I can do that. Two years on, I landed a great job 150 miles from her Grandma, her Mom, and her sisters. Six months into that gig, I came home to a good-bye note and an empty house. Two months after that, I got a phone-call from her telling me that she was pregnant. I spent the next 30 years trying to make her happy. I finally succeeded by granting her a divorce which blamed me for all.
1:20 "only darkness everyday" that feeling when you reminisce over that one person who still has a hold on your heart even though time has gone by, but the feelings never goes away
Adoro os classicos americano. A musica negra americana é um excelente presente para quem gosta de musica de qualidade. A soul music...é uma coisa inexplicavel !!
I was 9 when this was released. Am 57 now and I've heard a hell of a lot of music in those 48 years and THIS is perhaps the finest song I've ever heard
@@patrickpaul7360,and in these uncertain times,it is a song for everyone! We all need somebody to lean on, Stay Strong and Stay Well Everybody from Philadelphia, Pa.
@@michaelgaynor6866 and to you and the people of the U.S,lets hope this horrible thing that has visited us goes as quickly as it came.If ever there was a song that should capture the mood at the moment, its definitely Bill's 'lean on me' the words are so meaningful now.
So sorry for your sad news. May your grandmother go in peace. Stay strong, lived like their no tomorrow, enjoy the beauty of life. Carry her dreams with you in life. Blessed you.
Ain't no sunshine when she's gone 그녀가 떠나면 햇빛도 비치지 않아 It's not warm when she's away 그녀가 떠나면 따뜻하지도 않아 And she's always gone too long anytime she goes away 게다가 그녀는 한 번 떠났다 하면 아주 오래 떠나 있어 Wonder this time where she's gone 이번엔 어디로 떠난 걸까 Wonder if she's gone to stay 아주 떠나버린 걸까 And this house just ain't no home anytime she goes away 그리고 그녀가 떠나버리면 이 집도 더 이상 보금자리가 아냐 And I know, 그래 알아, Hey, I ought to leave the young thing alone 이봐, 난 어린 걸 혼자 내버려 둬야 해 But ain't no sunshine when she's gone 하지만 그녀가 떠나버리면 햇빛도 비치지 않아 Ain't no sunshine when she's gone only, darkness everyday 그녀가 떠나버리면 햇빛도 비치지 않고, 매일 어둡기만 해
If he had only written one song to earn immortality, this is it. Of course he wrote and performed many more deserving of that. A life well lived. Now he's joined the choir celestial. RIP!
Used to listen to this song doing voluntarie work at oxfam at Egham. The radio played everytime what a beautiful memories. God is greatful. Miss you Sala my friend! Your friend from Uruguay
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I'm in my mid 20s, never listened to him but knew the name. Saw an article that he passed so looked up some music, I remember my father playing this song and that voice coming on the radio growing up. Mentioned it to my dad that he passed first thing he said "That man was a legend, the music producer to himself." Idk, just made sense to me when he said that after listening to a couple albums. Who cares, I'm drunk, stay inside slap a record on. We're all in this time for the long haul. Let's get some good out of 2020.
is it amazing that i am probably at the other side of the world, and after i read this it just struck me and realized that your story will probably stick with me for a long time..the amazing part is that a person that you never knew but is a part of who he is...it is for me..have a great year broduh!
Someone issue that we're having is we're having good people like this artist in your father pass away each and every single day. One year later and things have just gotten worse and I just discovered this artist. Right when you do like this the most where it's not possibly selling about money, sex, drugs, and/or material possessions.
I was a small kid when that song came out, but I distinctly remember it.Some songs and singers are truly timeless. This one captures a time that once was. Definitive and beautiful tune by the great Bill Withers.
For me, this short song of pain, wondering thoughts, and sadness has 2 meanings. One of just that, the pain especially. The other is of recognizing what life is without the one you truly love beside you. Well, I am in both boats. My true love, my wife, had been mysterious starting last fall. Going to places without me. Earlier this year, she met a man that tickled her fancy and other spots. I feel the pain and the joy of her actions. Pain of losing her and the joy of losing a cheating spouse. But nonetheless, Bill wrote a beautiful song that still has meaning and purpose. See you on the other side, Bill.
Well unfortunately man it happens and not to sound cliche but it's better this way and it means you have someone other then her to spend your time and effort on. Take what you have left and gran it with your one or two hands and carry that shit on your shoulders and be proud of what you got and proub of who you are! Own it! Even your quirks and all and be you be happy and the girl you need will show up when you don't think you need her!.. shhh Women! 👊
When I was a kid my older brother came into my room when I was listening to records and he said...... "You know he says "I Know" 26 times!".................i said, I know.
Ain't no sunshine now that he's gone..... Sad that we lost of one the best artists ever. I've heard so many great covers of this song but of course one can't beat the original. Rest easy Bill.
The spokenwords of wisdom and a great man has passed and we love him dearly..may the angel s carry him him home with all our love for him...sooo sad ...
My mother passed in 1970. My Father was devastated. I remember hearing this song playing on the radio some time later. It played every hour on the hour right after Ms. Jean Knight's Mr. BIG Stuff. This went on for quite a while. My Dad would go off to himself and cry like a lost child. Because this time he knew she would not be back. He never remarried. In 2001 He joined my mother in Heaven. Now they have all Eternity to be together. Mom, Dad. I love and miss you both. I hope you both know, that your little girl grew up to become a Minister, Bible Teacher, and Gospel Singer. Thank you both so much for what you have instilled in me from my youth. I never departed from it. And I never will.☺ Now everyday is a lovely day forever! RIP Mother Mrs. Naomi Lee Johnson 1923-1970. Mr.. Algie. Van Buren Johnson 1922-2001 Father.
Ain't no Sunshine when he's gone. RIP Bill Withers.
Exactly...it's so sad.
😢
RIP, forever in our hearts.
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Listening to his music, brings back good memories.
God rest his soul.
You know it!
Bill 101
Rip
Sad to such a legend at least we have his song still this a classic
Hope he was Saved. That's the only way God will rest his soul. Fact.
This violin really hit. It's like they are playing heart strings.
"👉🏾THE LATE-GREAT (BILL-W) WAS TRULY A (BAD-ASS) DUDE WITHOUT QUESTION...🤷🏾🥱💯
I swear
Yes. 👍
Violin even in the worst of hands hits. I dunno why but it just does, I've heard the worst of it and it still hits.
YESSS!!!
Bill Withers' 'Ain't No Sunshine' is a timeless classic that captures the universal experience of loss and longing. Withers' expressive voice and minimalist instrumentation create an atmosphere of melancholy and reflection that is as powerful today as it was when it was released in 1971. A masterpiece of soul music.
Did you use ai to say this?
Love your voice Bill & you sang with depth & feeling that I've not heard from any other singer. Rest in peace Bill but serenade the angels.
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Ain't no sunshine when she's gone
It's not warm when she's away
Ain't no sunshine when she's gone
And she's always gone too long
Anytime she goes away
Wonder this time where she's gone
Wonder if she's gone to stay
Ain't no sunshine when she's gone
And this house just ain't no home
Anytime she goes away
And I know, I know, I know, I know,
I know, I know, I know, I know, I know
I know, I know, I know, I know, I know
I know, I know, I know, I know, I know
I know, I know, I know, I know, I know
I know, I know,
Hey, I oughtta leave young thing alone
But ain't no sunshine when she's gone
Ain't no sunshine when she's gone
Only darkness every day
Ain't no sunshine when she's gone
And this house just ain't no home
Anytime she goes away
Anytime she goes away
Anytime she goes away
Anytime she goes away
Thank you but we all know the lyrics in our hearts
Daniel Ochoa lol, really good song
Thanks mate, I wonder why the description had only like half the lyrics
What does mean "I oughtta leave young thing alone"? I'm learning english ...
@@nadie7480 I think it might mean, "I should leave the matter alone and move on from it." You know?
_"...If I get to heaven, I'll look for Grandma's hands."_ -Bill Withers
They just welcomed you home. RIP
Beautiful brother
Absolutely, welcome home!
Tears.
Those words are touching and extremely moving
Rip
so sad to read the news that Bill Withers has passed away R.I.P
His music will forever live on!!
Masterful song. Masterful artist. Sad, sad loss.
I'll never forget him.
RIP Bill Withers
Sad
*Director:* " You were supposed to write a chorus!"
*Bill:* "I know I know I know I know...."
"I like what u did there, brilliant"!😂😂❤❤
おもろ
I know
Real cool
Real cool
My wife passed in April of cancer. I used to listen to this song before she passed and feel it. Now I really feel it different that she's gone forever... You're always in my heart Indi. Love you Baby! 🙏🏽❤️🌷
Im so sorry for ur loss!
Родной, держись! Все будет хорошо, люби жизнь!❤
Hugs. My condolences
I’m sorry 💔
Hugs! Stay strong🫶
You know how you can tell someone is a good singer? When he can repeat "I know" 27 times (I think?) and the song still sounds great! RIP.
é verdade!!
26 according to Jimmy Carr's lockdown quiz on youtube
in one breath
Cali Curmudgeon i think its 33 times actuall
LOL 🤣😂😂🤣🤣😂
This is SOUL music. They just don't make these anymore. He was a musical genius.
I wish they did
No one will ever compare 💜
@@melissae2516 not at all
Ok boomer
Officaly the best genre the US has brought
I am 66. Still one of my favorites!!!❤
Just heard the news. R.I.P Bill...What a depressing year it's been so far.
So sad but you are so right ..a very sad year so far..tears
To say the least! I feel like this is gonna be another 2016 (but with an added deadly virus). RIP Bill Withers, an amazing artist. Your music will live on forever.
Just the beginning, pray to god this catastrophe ends tomorrow.
Yes💔💔💔💔😫😫😭😭😭😢
Everyone is dying left and right. This is too much you know?
Satin and silk was his voice. Heaven just received another angel for the choir.
Amen 🙏🙏🙏🙏
He can only be in heaven if he believed and trusted in the Lord Jesus Christ for his salvation.
He that believeth on the Son hath everlasting life: and he that believeth not the Son shall not see life; but the wrath of God abideth on him.
John 3:36
Amen 🙏🏽
The mountain is high with many paths. God Speed Mr Withers We owe you so much.
@@jermaineknight Amén 👩🏾🦱😭😔🙏🏾
This is the perfect song to hear on cloudy, raining and cold day. It's so somber, but at the same time so beautiful, definitely a interesting combination.
u kno if u miss someone or break up this song will cause more pain
It's so ironic to read this because I was walking downstairs on a cold, cloudy and rainy day and this song jumped into my head, so here I am.
Damn my birth name is T Collins lol wussup bro
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Many ways for the sunshine to go away. My wife passed almost a year ago and Bill's "Ain't No Sunshine" says it all for me.
So sorry!
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Prayers to you. 🙏💋✌️
so very sorry for your loss
I’m so sorry for your loss. My beloved sister just passed away unexpectedly this week. She and her husband were married for 46 years. He told me, “I don’t know what I will do with the rest of my life.” That broke me even more. Just keep putting one foot in front of the other, and may your good memories bring you comfort.
0:28 my favorite part when they start with the violins
👍👍 😊😊
Diego Zárate ohhh yes!!!!
is good, to do any beat.
Yes
And mine
Fun fact : he actually sang "I know" 26 times because he realized that he forgot to write a verse during the recording. When it was over, he wanted to quickly write one, but everybody in the studio told him to keep it. 😉
It was meant to be
Another fun fact, listen to the last verse. Bill starts to sing "And she's always gone too long", but instantly catches his mistake and smoothly changes to "this house just ain't no home."
@@b3j8 yeah i noticed that too
@@b3j8 where?
@@gneurshk4906 Last verse, listen close.
The absolute craziest part to me is that this song has been covered COUNTLESS times, probably hundreds ... and yet, ive NEVER heard a single cover match the original. literally every cover misses the small details that make this song so beautiful ... withers voice being the main one, but also the footsteps, the plucking from the guitar, the bass, those old school strings ... man, i love this song
Surprisingly John Mayer did a pretty good live cover.
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try Rick Astley cover
You forgot to mention those violins that join Bill @0:28
@@DrPG199 The violins are what made me fall in love with this song as a child
My girlfriend of 23 yrs passed away in July of 22. This was always one of my absolute favorite songs. Now it just makes me cry
😢R.I.P
Im so sorry
Bless you Brother...Keep PRAYING SAINT.AMEN AMEN AMEN
23 years and yet not married...uh
R.I.P 🫂
The world just got even cloudier, RIP Bill, 😢
Yeah it definitely has. I just heard the sad news. 😥
Journey well my Good Man!
Sad news. Loved him forever. RIP
get over it
@@robertbinstead7662 ,TACKY COMMENT!
Just heard the terrible news that this musical genius has truly gone... Rest In Peace Mr Withers 😞
"Truly Gone"?
Just press play. He won't ever go away, so long as we keep listening.
At least now he's in Grandma's Hands :)
@@roller325
I totally agree 🎶🎤♥️🙏
@@roller325 what do you mean by Grandma?
Masterful artist/songwriter. RIP Bill Withers.
"Grandma`s Hands" is the title of one of Bill Withers` hit songs.
This came from the greatest era in music history IMO. R&B, Blues, Soul, Rock from the mid 60's, 70's and early 80's produced what everyone covers today. There was some good music before and after, but that 20 years from '64 to '84 was the pinnacle.
Do you know other songs like this? It's been hard to find something good amidst so much rubbish.
@@elijhonis3737try California Dreamin by Bobby Womack. I have whole playlist of songs like it
RIP Bill Withers, no sunshine today
RIP Bill Withers.
Ain't no sunshine when you're gone
RIP, Bill Withers, and thank you for your music.
“We are devastated by the loss of our beloved, devoted husband and father. A solitary man with a heart driven to connect to the world at large, with his poetry and music, he spoke honestly to people and connected them to each other,” the family statement read. “As private a life as he lived close to intimate family and friends, his music forever belongs to the world. In this difficult time, we pray his music offers comfort and entertainment as fans hold tight to loved ones.
It is so sad to hear the loss of the husband and father, i know how hard it is to lose a brilliant relative, I had this when I was 5 to 11 years of age and lost 5 relatives during that Time including my father when I was 9. So you all have my sincere condolence during this difficult time. God protect and bless you all.
@@nilsbauer937,you are in our thoughts and prayers here Philadelphia, Pa. Stay Strong and Stay Well!
I love Bill Withers. He... and M.J. changed music forever. Don't forget the Weekend! But R.I.P. Bill Withers, may your soul Rest In Peace.
@@epicgamers1115 facts💔🕊️😭
@@TopDogAnubis9047 BS u really didnt know him.
Είναι πολύ δύσκολο τραγούδι. Ο Bill Withers το ερμηνεύει εκπληκτικά. Η φωνή του με εμπνέει.
Ain't no sunshine when such a legend is gone...
R.I.P.
Ain't no sunshine when he's gone. Bill Withers was a wonderful songwriter and singer with such creativity displaying the delicacy and joy of the human spirit.
The only bad thing about this song is that it ends
Absolutely! The song could have arranged much better and bit longer, at least for 4 minutes. But I play my own version, bit over 4 minutes.
😁👏👏👏
Just like a lot of other of things I suppose
Oh have u said it, brother!
It’s too short
[Verse 1]
Ain't no sunshine when she's gone
It's not warm when she's away
Ain't no sunshine when she's gone
And she's always gone too long
Anytime she goes away
[Verse 2]
Wonder this time where she's gone
Wonder if she's gonna stay
Ain't no sunshine when she's gone
And this house just ain't no home
Anytime she goes away
[Bridge]
And I know, I know, I know, I know
I know, I know, I know, I know
I know, I know, I know, I know
I know, I know, I know, I know
I know, I know, I know, I know
I know, I know, I know, I know
I know, I know
Hey, I ought to leave the young thing alone
But ain't no sunshine when she's gone
[Verse 3]
Ain't no sunshine when she's gone
Only darkness everyday
Ain't no sunshine when she's gone
And this house just ain't no home
Anytime she goes away
Just heard about the terrible news, may he rest in peace.
Never gets old..
Ya damn right fresh prince
Yhea and I'm 14 in 2019 bro lol
100%
Lyrics
Ain't no sunshine when she's gone
It's not warm when she's away
Ain't no sunshine when she's gone
And she's always gone too long
Anytime she goes away
Wonder this time where she's gone
Wonder if she's gone to stay
Ain't no sunshine when she's gone
And this house just ain't no home
Anytime she goes away
And I know, I know, I know, I know,
I know, I know, I know, I know, I know,
I know, I know, I know, I know, I know,
I know, I know, I know, I know, I know,
I know, I know, I know, I know, I know,
I know, I know,
Hey, I oughtta leave young thing alone
But ain't no sunshine when she's gone
Ain't no sunshine when she's gone
Only darkness every day
Ain't no sunshine when she's gone
And this house just ain't no home
Anytime she goes away
Anytime she goes away
Anytime she goes away
Anytime she goes away
Imaan Hammam ❤️
Thanks for copy and pasting the lyrics
I LOVE, LOVE, LOVE, LOVE LOVE, LOVE, LOVE, ×20 MORE LOVE THIS SONG!! I KNOW!!! 😘
When he was saying I know I was reading the I knows...perfect..lol
always makes me teary, we've all felt this way about someone.
0:13 tears already stg
Bro you ain’t never lie
Stg44?
@@angelmgs3 Bruh 💀😭
This song will forever remind me of my late dog. She passed away last summer. Some time after I was sitting in car as we drove past a beach I had taken her not so long ago, on a very special day as we had been on a roadtrip with just the two of us. And as I looked into the horizon, this song started playing on the radio... It hit me hard.
I was 13 when I got her and I took her everywhere I could with me. She was with me for 13 years. A very special dog, and the best friend and teacher I could've hoped for. Needless to say, I miss her terribly.
I feel you. I miss all my dogs.
❤️ 🐕 ❤️
Reminds me of my beautiful Luna 🐈⬛ 💫💔
This song is about an older guy in love with a younger girl and how bittersweet it makes him feel. He aches for her when she's not around, but at the same time he knows she's too young and the relationship can only bring him heartache. I have walked down this road.
After the 22 'I Knows' the lines that get me are:
"Hey, I oughta leave young thing alone
But ain't no sunshine when she's gone". (Oh my God I know that feeling...even now)
You know, you know, you know , you know, you know,you know..how much that makes you sound like a ped? how old was the girl mister? was she of age? youre all a bunch of wrongens
Ain’t no sunshine now that you’re gone. This man was a music giant. RIP, Sir.
Without a doubt one of the greatest songs of all time!
Absolute legend
And you can always count on me!!
I’ll second that!! My late daddy raised me on this song and many many many others!
Music is so important to me!!
Especially this one!! Makes me remember all the good times just me and my amazing dad had!
He raised me on his own. It’s bittersweet really…
Bill Withers didn't die. God needed a singer so he just chose the very best.
May he rest in peace
God is a useless mf isnt it..he calls up and whoever he needs...
He lives on UA-cam.
Amen
The best one is Eminem tho
Friday, October 11 2019- This song played on the radio while my Dad, my daughter and I were driving to visit my Mom who was in the hospital succumbing from breast cancer. I remember thinking to myself “This is the day she leaves us”. She gained her wings that day at 4:55pm. Rest In Peace Mama. We love and miss you. 🙏🏽❤️🕊🥀
God bless 🙌 🙏🏾 🙏🏼🙌🙌🏾
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I'm sorry for your loss 🙏
Bianca, whenever I listen to this song, i get scared of the exact thing you are speaking. Can only imagine how hard it is for you to listen it without feeling the pain. Love
So sorry for your loss.... 😢 I hope your memories are sweet......
0:50
Me on the phone with my parents.
Brandon Balkaran hahaha definitely lol
Me when someone asks If I know this song
Lmao
So true😂
😂😂
According to my mom this was my grandma’s favorite song. I never met her and now my mom’s gone too. May they both rest in peace.
May they both rest in peace brotha 🙏
Give your life to Jesus Christ, you will live to see them eternally if they had have done the same. I pray for you and family m!
I should imagine they both resting in pieces
Another master songwriter/ singer gone...”There is no sunshine”. R.I.P.
yeah there is sunshine it comes out every day otherwise you would all be dead
Absolutely great singer songwriter!!
One of the greatest songs ever written. RIP.
I totally agree. In it's brevity, and its simplicity, it's a true longing gem of love.
Yes. It really is one of the greats.
R.I.P. Mr Withers. May your music resonate throughout the ages.
AMAZING MASTERPIECE, AMAZING SONG 🎶 🎵, AMAZING MAN. After 60 years this song still moves me deeply every time I hear it , this is “SOUL” music at its definitive best! …the vulnerability we all face when we are in love, heart wrenching, heart breaking and heartwarming all at the same time…
A masterpiece. Everything's amazing.
In 1971, this thirtysomething guy walks into a studio with a guitar and something simple he wrote between shifts. Booker T. Jones, a master at keeping things simple, handled the arrangement, and came up with this here single that does in two minutes what Isaac Hayes took four albums and symphony orchestras to accomplish. "Just As I Am" indeed; just Bill Withers, his guitar and the bare naked truth. And I just can't seem to get enough.
Ya done good, Billy Bob! Love to start the day with a little class ❤️😍.
This is a short yet profound song. Anyone who has truly been in love can definitely relate to this song. RIP Bill Withers, and thank you!
Smiles, hello Christine 🌺
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What a masterpiece. Bill Withers was a gifted singer, musician, songwriter, and producer.
Truly incredible talent. Rest easy Bill.
Facts💔🕊️
I agree. Love Bill.
Ain’t no sunshine when he’s gone..
This short song is better than some new singers whole career, RIP
Absolutely right!
Combined multipled by 3
100% correct. I know. I know. I know you're right.
I like the song, but I dont think so, this song only has 7 million views, which is a lot, but only a percentage of most new artists view counts, take any Adele, Justin Bieber, Billie Eillish Song
@sweeney 1 I don't see how platform is a problem considering how this song is on the same platform as the other ones I've mentioned, and views are relevant considering the original comment was about popularity
I feel so sorry for the world now, on this sadly April 3rd 2020 when one of the tremendous voice of modern soul music has died in the age of 81 and that in an already sad time of news, People dying world wide by the damn covid 19 virus, how sad it all is as we have a war, sorry for this thought, but Bill Withers one of the greatest musician is no more. I always remember him when i am going to turn on his music at home. Bill rest in peace, i never forget you, and God bless your soul, your family and relatives.
Sorry about the bruthah, but he Coronavirus "Pandemic" is a HOAX. Numbers are inflated (people dying of bee stings, etc... called Coronavirus) cause Bill Gates wants us to take his virus.
Nonpeon Yes the worldwide pandemic is all Bill Gates’’ big hoax. You couldn’t sound any stupider honestly.
@@kieranthompson1362
Really? So what is a Coronavirus? We're gonna get to the bottom of who's stupid here...And don't back out of the Coronavirus challenge.
@@kieranthompson1362 Second question: Is Bill Gates a virologist?
@@kieranthompson1362 So Coronavirus is that image they're showing us on TV, right?
They'll never be another Bill Withers. Great artist
i wish this would still play on the radio :((
they do
Wild Borego where
I discovered this song this afternoon listening it on my car's radio
Played in one of the Boys episodes :)
It does, but on a station which plays older music.
He definitely knows something.
Rest easy Mr. Bill Withers. We Love you. You are a legend.
an absolute classic this one's for my daughter ❤
Just as if 2020 couldn’t get any worse..
We got to trust and depend on the Lord
Kandy Bogus amen
True
@@bellestarr4040 Amen!
Jesus is our only safety
Simply genius. A true masterpiece from a very underrated artist. RIP Bill Withers.
Withers died from heart complications in a Los Angeles hospital on March 30, 2020, at age 81.
This song helped me through my mother dying thank you Bill Withers we appreciate this kind of music thank you for helping me through my situation and the death of my mother❤
My mother passed earlier this year and I still find myself occasionally floating to this song for comfort. Stay strong brother.
RIP Bill. One of the most beautiful songs ever recorded.
In an age when charlatans so often claim to be 'authentic,'' Bill's lyrics speak to an everyman honesty/authenticity that echoes down the years, simple yet great writing, emotions writ large without a trace of pomposity or self-indulgence, true to himself always. He walked away so early, but his legacy will long outlive him. RIP Bill, and thank you.
Bill Withers proved that you do not need to be a music degree graduate or a guitar virtuoso (who knows all the chords, the scales, the licks and riffs) or a multi-instrumentalist extraordinaire to craft meaningful songs with simple but poetic lyrics and without complicated chord changes and kilometric solos. Bill is one of the best singer-songwriters ever.
He proved it? Let's just forget about the fact that there are literally hundreds, and more probably thousands of musical artists who have done the same. I mean come on, Gordon Lightfoot, Jim Croce, Harry Chapin, let's just throw them and others out
@@shilohchase3736 It's not the deep. OP didn't say that Bill Withers was the only person who proved it 💀💀💀🚶🏾♀
That lunchbox on the cover marks Bill Withers as an 'EVERYMAN' troubadour.
Message to the ether: The woman had been wronged. She told me that she just wanted someone to take care of HER for a change. No problem, I can do that. Two years on, I landed a great job 150 miles from her Grandma, her Mom, and her sisters. Six months into that gig, I came home to a good-bye note and an empty house. Two months after that, I got a phone-call from her telling me that she was pregnant. I spent the next 30 years trying to make her happy. I finally succeeded by granting her a divorce which blamed me for all.
This song makes me cry.
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1:20 "only darkness everyday" that feeling when you reminisce over that one person who still has a hold on your heart even though time has gone by, but the feelings never goes away
Yeahhh....
In my case, more than one.
He left a timeless song for us to enjoy,
Adoro os classicos americano. A musica negra americana é um excelente presente para quem gosta de musica de qualidade. A soul music...é uma coisa inexplicavel !!
Conheci essa música por causa do filme Um lugar chamado Notting Hill. Excelente música e excelente filme.
Who still listening to this classic? ✋🏽
@HorbucherundGedichteKinder 💯
❤❤
@@valerieoconnor4462 ♥️
June 2024
😊🙋🏾♀️
I was 9 when this was released. Am 57 now and I've heard a hell of a lot of music in those 48 years and THIS is perhaps the finest song I've ever heard
@@RK-bh8xk ,I love,Lean on me.Stay Strong and Stay Well Everybody
@@michaelgaynor6866 me too,he did many great songs but this for me was his best
@@patrickpaul7360,and in these uncertain times,it is a song for everyone! We all need somebody to lean on, Stay Strong and Stay Well Everybody from Philadelphia, Pa.
@@michaelgaynor6866 and to you and the people of the U.S,lets hope this horrible thing that has visited us goes as quickly as it came.If ever there was a song that should capture the mood at the moment, its definitely Bill's 'lean on me' the words are so meaningful now.
My grandmother is dying today too, I'm really sad. 🤦🏻♀️
Oh God what's happening, the world is not the same anymore.
RIP BILL 🙏🙏🙏
I'm so sorry about your grandmother, Shaimaa...prayers for you and your family 🙏🏿🙏🏿🙏🏿
I am so sorry, Shaimaa. Hold tight to the precious memories you have of your grandmother.
So sorry for your sad news. May your grandmother go in peace. Stay strong, lived like their no tomorrow, enjoy the beauty of life. Carry her dreams with you in life. Blessed you.
Shaimaa Muhammad, your in my thoughts and prayers here Philadelphia, Pa. Stay Strong and Stay Well!🙏
Grieving with you dear. A thousand broken hearted tears for every light this dark time puts out. much love to you,
One of those Anthem Songs of the era - RIP.
No matter how sad the lyrics are, it’s undeniable how beautiful this song is. I always get goosebumps when the music comes in at 00:30
Ain't no sunshine when she's gone
그녀가 떠나면 햇빛도 비치지 않아
It's not warm when she's away
그녀가 떠나면 따뜻하지도 않아
And she's always gone too long anytime she goes away
게다가 그녀는 한 번 떠났다 하면 아주 오래 떠나 있어
Wonder this time where she's gone
이번엔 어디로 떠난 걸까
Wonder if she's gone to stay
아주 떠나버린 걸까
And this house just ain't no home anytime she goes away
그리고 그녀가 떠나버리면 이 집도 더 이상 보금자리가 아냐
And I know,
그래 알아,
Hey, I ought to leave the young thing alone
이봐, 난 어린 걸 혼자 내버려 둬야 해
But ain't no sunshine when she's gone
하지만 그녀가 떠나버리면 햇빛도 비치지 않아
Ain't no sunshine when she's gone only, darkness everyday
그녀가 떠나버리면 햇빛도 비치지 않고, 매일 어둡기만 해
This song reaches the depths of my soul and I love it. R.I.P Bill
If he had only written one song to earn immortality, this is it. Of course he wrote and performed many more deserving of that. A life well lived. Now he's joined the choir celestial. RIP!
Used to listen to this song doing voluntarie work at oxfam at Egham. The radio played everytime what a beautiful memories. God is greatful. Miss you Sala my friend! Your friend from Uruguay
I'm in my mid 20s, never listened to him but knew the name. Saw an article that he passed so looked up some music, I remember my father playing this song and that voice coming on the radio growing up. Mentioned it to my dad that he passed first thing he said "That man was a legend, the music producer to himself." Idk, just made sense to me when he said that after listening to a couple albums. Who cares, I'm drunk, stay inside slap a record on. We're all in this time for the long haul. Let's get some good out of 2020.
For a drunk good writing.
is it amazing that i am probably at the other side of the world, and after i read this it just struck me and realized that your story will probably stick with me for a long time..the amazing part is that a person that you never knew but is a part of who he is...it is for me..have a great year broduh!
Great comment my dude! 🤙
naw, you bringing the right vibes to this song
Someone issue that we're having is we're having good people like this artist in your father pass away each and every single day. One year later and things have just gotten worse and I just discovered this artist. Right when you do like this the most where it's not possibly selling about money, sex, drugs, and/or material possessions.
What a beautiful song. Rest in peace Bill Withers.
Classic is classic. It always works. Feel it all over.
edo edo I
Je viens d'écouter cette belle musique ❤,je pense toujours à toi mon petit SOLANGE ❤,prends soin de toi là où tu es
I was a small kid when that song came out, but I distinctly remember it.Some songs and singers
are truly timeless. This one captures a time that once was. Definitive and beautiful tune by the
great Bill Withers.
Well said!
In loving memory of Bill Withers July 4, 1938-March 30, 2020
My favourite moment from "The Boys".
Such 🖒🖒
Which ep was that
I forgot
really
@@faridahmed5417 Ep5
Yesssss same
Best moment I was really excited about this song
선량하고 순수한 느낌의 목소리. 이런 소리로 그녀가 떠났다고 담담하게 부르니 담긴 감정의 양과 어긋나게 느껴져 첫소절부터 폭발할것만 같다. 우와.
For me, this short song of pain, wondering thoughts, and sadness has 2 meanings. One of just that, the pain especially. The other is of recognizing what life is without the one you truly love beside you. Well, I am in both boats. My true love, my wife, had been mysterious starting last fall. Going to places without me. Earlier this year, she met a man that tickled her fancy and other spots. I feel the pain and the joy of her actions. Pain of losing her and the joy of losing a cheating spouse. But nonetheless, Bill wrote a beautiful song that still has meaning and purpose. See you on the other side, Bill.
Take it easy brother
God bless man, The Lord Christ always comforts
May the Lord bless you with all that is deserved and more. 🙏🏻
I’m sorry brother. I can sense your pain. Praying for you. 😞🙏🏼
Well unfortunately man it happens and not to sound cliche but it's better this way and it means you have someone other then her to spend your time and effort on. Take what you have left and gran it with your one or two hands and carry that shit on your shoulders and be proud of what you got and proub of who you are! Own it! Even your quirks and all and be you be happy and the girl you need will show up when you don't think you need her!.. shhh Women! 👊
best song ever
When I was a kid my older brother came into my room when I was listening to records and he said......
"You know he says "I Know" 26 times!".................i said, I know.
HA HA HA!!!!! This was my favorite song when I was three. I used to think he was saying Window Window..... LOL
lol
bronco devil 👏👏👏👏👏👏👏
Did this really happen or is it just a joke?
bronco devil hahaha it is true
Bill Withers and The Boys go awesome together
damn this song should be longer than just 2 minutes !!
Quality....not quantity
RIP BILL WITHERS THEY DON'T MAKE THEM LIKE THAT ANYMORE.
Yeah bro
Always leave them wanting more...:-)
All of the greatest songs are reeeallyy short, u ever notice?
RIP A LEGEND. GLAD HE LIVED A LONG LIFE. YOUR MUSIC WILL BREATHE THROUGH TODAY'S!
Mr. Withers, you're music is timeless. This takes me back to simpler times when I was a kid.
This song always makes me think of my cat. It's been 10+ years, and I still miss her.
Same
Can't believe this marvelous singer and writer is gone. A legend was just welcomed into heaven's gates!! 😭
One of the greatest songs of all time.
Ain't no sunshine now that he's gone.....
Sad that we lost of one the best artists ever. I've heard so many great covers of this song but of course one can't beat the original. Rest easy Bill.
This song always struck a resonant and consonant chord, so to speak. I remember it well, from way back, when it was on the airwaves.
The spokenwords of wisdom and a great man has passed and we love him dearly..may the angel s carry him him home with all our love for him...sooo sad ...
It's taking away our sunshine to see you gone today, Bill. Rest in peace.
My mother passed in 1970. My Father was devastated. I remember hearing this song playing on the radio some time later. It played every hour on the hour right after Ms. Jean Knight's Mr. BIG Stuff. This went on for quite a while. My Dad would go off to himself and cry like a lost child. Because this time he knew she would not be back. He never remarried. In 2001 He joined my mother in Heaven. Now they have all Eternity to be together. Mom, Dad. I love and miss you both. I hope you both know, that your little girl grew up to become a Minister, Bible Teacher, and Gospel Singer. Thank you both so much for what you have instilled in me from my youth. I never departed from it. And I never will.☺ Now everyday is a lovely day forever! RIP Mother Mrs. Naomi Lee Johnson 1923-1970. Mr.. Algie. Van Buren Johnson 1922-2001 Father.
Awesome. God is good!
And May God allow you to continue his blessings to all
A sad but beautiful story !!
you married?
@@K0TH go for it champ