Bill Withers with Stevie Wonder & John Legend - "Lean On Me" | 2015 Induction

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  • Опубликовано: 2 апр 2020
  • Bill Withers, Stevie Wonder and John Legend perform "Lean On Me" at the 2015 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony.
    Dive into Bill Withers' full Induction Ceremony video collection at rockhall.com/inductees/bill-withers and watch all videos, read from his official Hall of Fame program bio and view his image gallery from the big night and archival materials.
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  • @tennythompson850
    @tennythompson850 4 года назад +6238

    We need this song more than ever right now. RIP Mr. Withers.

    • @MiaEZ
      @MiaEZ 4 года назад +49

      We love you Mr. Withers our dear unifying strong brother 🙏🏼✨💜

    • @teamheat_travel
      @teamheat_travel 4 года назад +18

      Tennicesha Thompson best song 👍🥰

    • @haikat4
      @haikat4 4 года назад +32

      Agreed. Soul, funk and R&B has really been lifting my spirits thru all this. I was listening to Bill this morning and then saw the news while at work :(

    • @natedicamillo3440
      @natedicamillo3440 4 года назад +8

      Metaphorically 😂

    • @rajivradha
      @rajivradha 4 года назад +8

      Of course! We will get through this. RIP BW.

  • @lawrencebisagni3460
    @lawrencebisagni3460 4 года назад +7754

    When we lose an artist, we don’t cry because we knew them personally.
    We cry because they helped us know ourselves.
    Every person listening to this has leaned on Bill Withers. #RIPBillWithers

  • @mapitsop44
    @mapitsop44 2 года назад +422

    I lost my dad a decade ago, when I watched this. I couldn't help but break down. He was my hero, still is. He took a part of me when he went home the day God called him home. I will always miss him.

    • @vmaultsby
      @vmaultsby 2 года назад +8

      🙏🏾 🙏🏾

    • @claireryan2641
      @claireryan2641 Год назад +7

      My dad passed 18th February this year hun xxx

    • @mapitsop44
      @mapitsop44 Год назад +7

      @@claireryan2641 I am so sooorry to hear know that, strongs for what you went through. We never heal from loosing a parent we just learn how to leave without them. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

    • @colinvagues911
      @colinvagues911 Год назад +6

      It's a prayer for all of us. Just call him in faith even if he is gone, he will be there to lean on

    • @doofusboy7054
      @doofusboy7054 Год назад +6

      I lost my dad six years ago when I was 11, and this song and performance definitely made me feel the same way. Now I’m turning 18 in a couple months and I miss him more than ever in my transition to adulthood. This gets a lump in my throat every time, love it 🙏

  • @stonehouseguitars3869
    @stonehouseguitars3869 Год назад +122

    Stevie Wonder opened up and it literally brought me to tears. People these days just can't compete with that. Absolutely legendary

  • @KAS6558
    @KAS6558 4 года назад +1971

    Only his body is gone. He left us his soul in his music.

  • @leoguevara17
    @leoguevara17 4 года назад +5006

    It is just me? or Bill Withers and John Legend look like father and son!

    • @ubself
      @ubself 4 года назад +39

      Leo Guevara bill looked nothing like him when he was young! Smh legend can’t sing, he’s anything but a legend

    • @leoguevara17
      @leoguevara17 4 года назад +186

      @@ubself Obviously you didn't get the point of my comment. I'm not comparing these two gentlemen.
      For me Bill Withers is Unique, a real legend i love his music. And on the other side; i don't like John Legend at all (no disrespect to his fans).
      I just made a simple comment cause I really dee some resemblance.

    • @aidangomez5537
      @aidangomez5537 4 года назад +198

      Genevieve Hansen you know id actually have to disagree. I think John legend has a great voice. And with someone like myself who studied music and takes vocal lessons his voice is phenomenal you just don’t understand music.

    • @barbarasnetiker3452
      @barbarasnetiker3452 4 года назад +27

      I just said the same thing, 2 weeks after you wrote your comment, but before I saw your comment!🤣🤣🤣

    • @lamafauche46
      @lamafauche46 4 года назад +22

      Maybe we don't know what happened 40 years ago...

  • @jasonkhangle
    @jasonkhangle 2 года назад +494

    Two legends standing next to each other, with Stevie Wonder, a legend also in his own right. This can’t get any better. Even if you don’t like them, the respect is definitely needed

    • @sophoniempela1224
      @sophoniempela1224 Год назад +1

      It's kinda nice seeing the two R&B legends singing a duet and meeting each other

    • @j2theosh6969
      @j2theosh6969 Год назад +38

      Stevie the biggest legend here

    • @jrgenlinnerud8103
      @jrgenlinnerud8103 Год назад +15

      By a loong mile steve wonder is the best Male singer and songwriter

    • @Drenwickification
      @Drenwickification Год назад +5

      @@jrgenlinnerud8103 nonsense, no one is better than all others by a long mile

    • @pjmoneybags2780
      @pjmoneybags2780 Год назад +1

      @@jrgenlinnerud8103 My all time favorite. I still listen to all of Stevie's music. I have been a fan since "Fingertips". Stevie is one of those artists I can listen to all day and never get tired of hearing his voice, music and messages.💛

  • @user-rf8dn8zq4e
    @user-rf8dn8zq4e 12 дней назад +2

    Dear Lord, what a lift when your not well-THANK YOU❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

  • @kelsmichelle932
    @kelsmichelle932 4 года назад +951

    I'm in tears. RIP and fly high! You will be missed by the world and everyone will be calling you to lean on in prayers, especially during this pandemic. Such a sweet man and kind soul, even though I'm only 28 I've been listening to your music since I was 10. I loved every song. This breaks my heart. We love you!

    • @MiaEZ
      @MiaEZ 4 года назад +10

      Me too it's hitting me

    • @classicalretroback
      @classicalretroback 4 года назад +10

      We really miss this great music talent. It's time to lean on each other for help & the Lord will greatly bless us.😔

    • @teamheat_travel
      @teamheat_travel 4 года назад +4

      Kels Michelle RIP best song 👍

    • @tgree18
      @tgree18 4 года назад +2

      RIP Bill Withers We will get through this!

    • @peterfromport6979
      @peterfromport6979 4 года назад +6

      Those are such lovely words Kels ...Beautiful lyrics by someone who is so sentimental, passionate and humble. As a older person, I too, love this song as it expounds what is so important in life which is giving of oneself for whatever reason and thinking of others. Bill may have been a private man but he saw the virtues of sharing and the beauty that surrounds us that we sometimes choose not to see.

  • @glynncolwell1966
    @glynncolwell1966 4 года назад +376

    I'm glad he got his flowers while he was alive!!

    • @lindalyte7307
      @lindalyte7307 4 года назад +6

      @glynn colwell/Yes!!😪😥....So glad!!

    • @ubself
      @ubself 4 года назад +3

      glynn colwell yes!

  • @linavelasco0
    @linavelasco0 5 месяцев назад +15

    This is so beautiful. Made me miss my dad

    • @NathanLione
      @NathanLione 3 месяца назад

      They have a wonderful voice I love listening to them.. sorry for the loss where are you listening from

  • @juice9457
    @juice9457 2 года назад +156

    I feel like everyone listening to this has leaned on bill withers throughout a point in their lives whether that be through the hard times or the happy times
    we do love you bill
    rip

    • @theafrocentricchef
      @theafrocentricchef 2 года назад +1

      So true!

    • @j.c7719
      @j.c7719 2 года назад +1

      Such an incredible songwriter and that voice 😩 left such a gift to the world

    • @fionam7768
      @fionam7768 Год назад +1

      That is a beautiful way of thinking of it - I certainly have, more times than I can count. Thanks for posting this

  • @lanlipe
    @lanlipe 4 года назад +370

    R.I.P BILL WITHERS
    God bless you

  • @ABCannon
    @ABCannon 3 года назад +644

    2:13 This man was 65 and was singing like that. Legend.

    • @kitrodriguez992
      @kitrodriguez992 3 года назад +65

      Only Stevie Wonder can take a relatively low song and make it go a thousand octaves higher. hahaha.

    • @tinzalix8624
      @tinzalix8624 3 года назад +13

      @@kitrodriguez992 and still make it sound fucking amazing

    • @vickiecrawford8227
      @vickiecrawford8227 3 года назад

      Iam Vickers I need call all

    • @vickiecrawford8227
      @vickiecrawford8227 3 года назад +1

      I am hurting I need amazing grace now

    • @huynhthethong9276
      @huynhthethong9276 3 года назад

      Indeed. This man is really strong and I also admire that he can stand on the large stage and sing in front of the audiences

  • @lmn1966
    @lmn1966 2 года назад +116

    "Lean on me" best performance. All legends right here! Gave me the chiils.
    RIP Mr. Withers 🕊🕯✝️❤️

    • @lampardscott2580
      @lampardscott2580 Год назад +1

      Sure you're really right thanks for your compliment and understanding God bless you please can we be friends together

  • @catherinewilliams9680
    @catherinewilliams9680 Год назад +23

    Is it weird that I love John Legend singing other musicians' song more than I like listening to his own songs?

    • @lampardscott2580
      @lampardscott2580 Год назад

      Sure you're really right thanks for your compliment and understanding God bless you please can we be friends

  • @NevadaBoss
    @NevadaBoss 4 года назад +396

    if ever there was an anthem for 2020...proof that truly great music is always timeless and timely. RIP to one of the true greats.

    • @VMCHANCE
      @VMCHANCE 2 года назад

      You said it the best

  • @sauquoit13456
    @sauquoit13456 4 года назад +453

    Bill Withers passed away on March 30th, 2020 at the age 81 {heart failure}...
    Between 1971 and 1985 the Slab Fork, West Virginia native had twenty three records on Billboard's Hot Soul Singles chart, seven made the Top 10 with one reaching #1, "Lean On Me", for one week in June of 1972...
    Three of his twenty three charted records were duets, one each with Bobby Womack {"It's All Over Now", #68 in 1975}, Grover Washington, Jr., {"Just The Two of Us", #3 in 1981} and Ralph McDonald {"In The Name of Love", #13 in 1984}...
    Besides "Lean On Me", his six other Top 10 records were "Ain't No Sunshine" {#6 in 1971}, "Use Me" {#2 in 1972}, "Make Love Your Thing" {#10 in 1975}, "Lovely Day" {#6 in 1977}, the above "Just The Two of Us", and the above "In The Name of Love"...
    May he R.I.P.

    • @bo24.u.98
      @bo24.u.98 4 года назад +5

      THANK u. Thank u.

    • @thatguyelias173
      @thatguyelias173 4 года назад +5

      Man

    • @lovemesumjesus7276
      @lovemesumjesus7276 4 года назад +9

      Sad.... if you guys need some one to lean on then lean on Jesus ❤ I know the world is chaotic right now and a lot of people are scared and without hope .. but there's hope in Jesus ❤ God can transform you into a new creature with his love. 2 Corinthians 5:17 therefore if any man be in Christ, he is a new creature: old things are passed away, behold; all things are become new. If God can save a wretch like me then he can save u too! Accept Jesus as your savior today and be born again 💓he loves u so much!!!!!!

    • @blessedandfavored9242
      @blessedandfavored9242 4 года назад +1

      @@lovemesumjesus7276 I need prayer.....I want to quit because of fear of success and I need faith to conquer my fear

    • @lovemesumjesus7276
      @lovemesumjesus7276 4 года назад +2

      @@blessedandfavored9242 praying for u beloved!!!!

  • @bigbadbrother
    @bigbadbrother Год назад +44

    Wow, I’ve never realized John Legends’ range till now. What a great performance.

  • @deejayee
    @deejayee 4 месяца назад +13

    To me this is by far the best version of the song just by the way John starts it off and everytime I think of the song his voice rings loudly in my ear ❤

  • @bigworm68
    @bigworm68 3 года назад +729

    2:15 Stevie just went back in time with that run

    • @iamhere1315
      @iamhere1315 3 года назад +12

      SINGING OUT.... HOW LOVELY WAS BILL WITHERS?... FINE LIKE WINE⚘.. 🕊PEACE&LOVE🕊 AS ALWAYS🦋

    • @KarlSchoenefeld4
      @KarlSchoenefeld4 2 года назад +4

      Stevie coming through clutch like a true veteran.

    • @shaebryant1916
      @shaebryant1916 2 года назад +8

      His voice never left. He’s still got a crazy good voice

    • @kevinghill8669
      @kevinghill8669 2 года назад

      🙃

    • @frito48girl
      @frito48girl Год назад

      He's amazing!

  • @jimiclemente1
    @jimiclemente1 4 года назад +839

    When I was was a boy.....the radio was nonstop
    Bill, stevie Marvin Aretha James Gladys roberta donny, spinners , war, Ohio players, ojays.....to name a very few
    I mean it was relentless. ..I'm so lucky...

    • @fedor6595
      @fedor6595 4 года назад +7

      jimiclemente1 using their first names! You’re so fucking cool!

    • @fostermac7170
      @fostermac7170 4 года назад +14

      You are right, I remember it well. I'm from Texas and NOBODY had air conditioning in those early days. While you were out playing, you heard this music wafting out of the windows of almost every house you passed by. (You also smelled whatever that family was having for dinner____shout out to FRIED CHICKEN!). If they had the radio on, here's the call letters we would hear in Texas: WLAC from Nashville Tenn, WNOE from New Orleans, WOAI from San Antonio, and the mighty KOKA_____K.O.K.A. in Shreveport Louisiana. These stations broadcast signal would reach us in East Texas, and we heard every one of those artists and dozens more ALL THE TIME. sadly, we had no idea this would change. If we did, we would have stopped it.

    • @gaileantroutman627
      @gaileantroutman627 4 года назад +3

      OMG, you took me there. Real music, real performers, music that we allllllllllllll was able to relate to in one way or another. I tell you we are losing them. Whose going to carry the torch? This mess they call music now. SMH! Young people you better grab hold and get with the real "PERFORMING ARTISTS."

    • @larryw5355
      @larryw5355 3 года назад +7

      Amen! Bill Withers and all those soul full groups will live forever! A most remarkable time in Music!

    • @grilslatin
      @grilslatin 3 года назад +1

      Yes indeed. Those were the days in Roxbury, Ma

  • @adday925
    @adday925 2 года назад +10

    ... Nigeria really need this now, civil unrest, political instability, religious violence... God save Nigeria

  • @kimperrin9458
    @kimperrin9458 3 года назад +69

    Its one of his songs that goes straight to my heart and means a lot to me

    • @lampardscott2580
      @lampardscott2580 Год назад +1

      Sure you're really right thanks for your compliment and understanding God bless you please can we be friends together

  • @ellea.8768
    @ellea.8768 4 года назад +135

    Rest in peace, beautiful angel!!! I'm sad beyond words😭

  • @ryansyd4224
    @ryansyd4224 4 года назад +409

    From Lean On Me to Ain’t No Sunshine, this man was an incredible music artist. His music got me through some tough and difficult times. You just can’t find music like that anymore, god bless him. Although he is gone his legacy and music lives on in all of us. RIP Bill Withers, you will be forever missed.

    • @bylemanskes
      @bylemanskes 3 года назад +1

      U can find some music like that. U just have to look hard enough ;)

    • @jackiemannion6887
      @jackiemannion6887 3 года назад

      @@bylemanskes e

  • @wvob6752
    @wvob6752 2 года назад +3

    We in West Virginia sure do miss our fellow West Virginian Bill Withers. Rest in Peace.

  • @shady_loni
    @shady_loni 2 года назад +49

    LEGENDS NEVER DIE, THEY LIVE ON FOREVER.

    • @edwardkimlee8324
      @edwardkimlee8324 2 года назад

      Hi beautiful, how are you doing today I hope everything is going absolutely perfect with you?

  • @jake.debnam24
    @jake.debnam24 3 года назад +219

    This is one of the most legendary performances I’ve ever seen! RIP Bill Withers 🇺🇸✌️🙏

  • @chris-mv7xq
    @chris-mv7xq 4 года назад +73

    R.I.H BILL WITHERS HEAVEN COULDN'T WAIT ANY LONGER😪

    • @ericmoore9863
      @ericmoore9863 3 года назад

      How are you doing today my name is Eric Moore

  • @mgray3130
    @mgray3130 3 года назад +86

    Wonderful, both of them, but no one can sing it like Bill Withers!

    • @bimatvug
      @bimatvug 3 месяца назад

      Who was trying to sing it like Withers. Sparking an unnecessary emotion.

  • @miriammaldonado7296
    @miriammaldonado7296 17 дней назад +1

    John Legend knows best how to support his people through music, and create special connection with those who are just a bit ahead of our generation.. Amazing song and colaboration!
    #BillWithers #StevieWonders #JohnLegend #Leanonme #Intro #2015
    #2024USA❤🧡💛💚💙💜

  • @himbol7531
    @himbol7531 4 года назад +71

    RIP from Asmara, Eritrea.

    • @no1nestandsalone387
      @no1nestandsalone387 4 года назад

      Himbol where is that located?

    • @gashafashi08
      @gashafashi08 4 года назад +2

      @@no1nestandsalone387 Horn of Africa. It’s Neighbors with Ethiopia

    • @GrumpyStormtrooper
      @GrumpyStormtrooper 4 года назад +1

      no1nestandsalone how can you not know that? they destroyed italy several times before the war

    • @ATLaughs
      @ATLaughs 4 года назад +1

      @@GrumpyStormtrooper Ethiopia defeated Italy twice. It's not Eritrea.

    • @GrumpyStormtrooper
      @GrumpyStormtrooper 4 года назад +1

      Atnatewos Bekalu yeah you're right i got confused. but the campaign to eritrea still was successful, but with a ton of sacrifices. also there was some kind of misunderstanding in the treaty of Uccialli, italy thought they had the good part of the deal, when in the translation it seemed otherwise.

  • @shellstewart6712
    @shellstewart6712 4 года назад +66

    We know what John will look like at that age ....wow twins in my eyes

    • @RellDevon
      @RellDevon 4 года назад +7

      They really do favor truly.

    • @cicicovington1414
      @cicicovington1414 4 года назад +2

      I never noticed the resemblance before Omgoodness, they are definitely twins! LOL

    • @yvonnegraham5728
      @yvonnegraham5728 4 года назад

      NAW BILL WAS FINE AND.MANLY LOOKING. JUST LOOK STRONG SEXY

    • @chosenfew3040
      @chosenfew3040 4 года назад

      Was thinking the same lol

  • @keithhaynes9559
    @keithhaynes9559 2 года назад +51

    I was listening to this when I a little boy 50 years ago and it's still brilliant 👏 👌

  • @scopex2749
    @scopex2749 3 года назад +64

    How can everyone NOT love black people? They sing like ANGELS! RIP Bill, a truly great man.😔😢 Let this world be at peace we are all brothers and sisters. Love each other.

    • @ajy0301
      @ajy0301 3 года назад +1

      @Jim Boak ...

    • @aja7887
      @aja7887 3 года назад

      @Jim Boak that goes for all people Jim.

    • @aja7887
      @aja7887 3 года назад

      @Jim Boak so you’re just a racist? Okay no need for further conversation then

  • @jgunnels6773
    @jgunnels6773 4 года назад +49

    When Bill started to sing...it gave me chills.

  • @kendrixologidi6746
    @kendrixologidi6746 4 года назад +60

    Rest In peace sir......❤️❤️❤️

  • @kirstencon
    @kirstencon Год назад +5

    Still can’t believe he’s gone 😢 easily one of my favorite artists

    • @bigtastyaxoltls2130
      @bigtastyaxoltls2130 Год назад +1

      He was a man of god so he isn’t gone. I cant wait to meet him and heaven 😊 he has such a good soul

    • @kirstencon
      @kirstencon 3 месяца назад

      Very true I still listen to him daily

  • @joelsicherman3194
    @joelsicherman3194 3 года назад +14

    Note to John Legend: for all your appearances and talent, I'll remember you most for inducting Mr Withers into Rock Hall. We were there that night and it was galactic.
    Thank you.

  • @michelleworsham3404
    @michelleworsham3404 4 года назад +101

    This song is so fitting at such a time as this. RIP BILL WITHERS

    • @willmcbill1929
      @willmcbill1929 4 года назад

      Why did so sad for everybody he only died at 1 months ago

    • @jamesemerson1614
      @jamesemerson1614 3 года назад

      Hi Michelle

    • @lampardscott2580
      @lampardscott2580 Год назад

      Sure you're really right thanks for your compliment and understanding God bless you can we be friends

  • @suwxvyx4426
    @suwxvyx4426 4 года назад +51

    Rest in peace bill 🙏🏾💜😇

  • @PaganMinn
    @PaganMinn 3 года назад +6

    Bill withers didn't die. the next realm needed this song to help them. he just moved.

  • @t.s.t.4085
    @t.s.t.4085 Год назад +2

    Mr. Legend, a literal grandchild/representation of decades of open doors (fought for with blood).
    You've been passed the torch by an American icon.
    Yeah: We expect a lot--just as you've been blessed by our love.
    We love you Mr. legend: Move it forward.
    We look to you.

  • @uli4106
    @uli4106 4 года назад +142

    Rip a true legend Mr. Withers. He will never be forgotten.

  • @marcoseesmarcoshares
    @marcoseesmarcoshares 4 года назад +90

    *Fly high Bill Withers! Finding strength through this song in the middle of troubling times.🙏❤*

    • @bigtastyaxoltls2130
      @bigtastyaxoltls2130 Год назад

      He was a man of god so he isn’t gone. I cant wait to meet him and heaven 😊 he has such a good soul

  • @dinisibiya7493
    @dinisibiya7493 3 года назад +12

    Had a privilege saw John Legend when he came to the mother land, South Africa 2010😚❤..

  • @nikkid.1277
    @nikkid.1277 3 года назад +1

    Bill Withers was such a good singer. Wish he was still here.

  • @brownie6784
    @brownie6784 4 года назад +23

    You are one of my favorite artists and you always will be Bill.
    R.I.P Thank you for everything

  • @Fidelis1776
    @Fidelis1776 4 года назад +37

    I love the crowd getting louder when they hear the first notes, knowing what song is coming.

  • @blindkimberly1360
    @blindkimberly1360 3 года назад +5

    My first John Legend exposure. Legend with legends. I’ve got to hear more from John. Bill Withers was golden. And being blind now I appreciate Stevie Wonder even more. Awesomeness. Tyvm

    • @jameshunter9732
      @jameshunter9732 3 года назад

      Yes, because he's a legend and that makes a true legend be with legend

  • @michaelnotes8707
    @michaelnotes8707 3 года назад +5

    'Lean on me' is a song that also shows how much there's power in simplicity!

  • @BenaOmondi
    @BenaOmondi 4 года назад +28

    RIP Bill Withers....your songs were some of my favorites of all time especially Lean on Me

  • @arladicey
    @arladicey 4 года назад +49

    RIP, Bill Withers. Thank you for gifting us with your music. Blessings to your family.

  • @yomomma30021
    @yomomma30021 3 года назад +17

    This mans song made my dad cry. He had a horrible life and this sing helped my dad so much R.I.P he was a special man bill withers if you hear me. Thank you.

    • @jameshunter9732
      @jameshunter9732 3 года назад

      Oh... Same here his song has not made only your dad cry he has made us cry all around the world 🌎 because I have lost everything in life but when I listen to this song I found the energy to overcome all that I have lost and start of over again

  • @ambaluwanga
    @ambaluwanga 8 месяцев назад +2

    Powerful...the two Legends must've been greatly impressed by John Legend's powerful delivery...just like a doting dad would...knowing their their son is firmly following in their footsteps!

  • @_adeniyi_
    @_adeniyi_ 4 года назад +36

    Rip sir. Legends never die

  • @jayrod9002
    @jayrod9002 4 года назад +1031

    Bad week for musical legends: Kenny Rogers, Ellis Marsalis, now Bill Withers.

    • @jhanaharris8849
      @jhanaharris8849 4 года назад +30

      Reggae Icon Bob Andy as well

    • @harryiyke6125
      @harryiyke6125 4 года назад +45

      Really sad. I already miss them all. All my legends growing up- Michael Jackson, Whitney Houston, Kenny Rogers, Don Williams, George Michael, Bill Withers, Aretha Franklin. They all made me love music.

    • @josteinv.jordet257
      @josteinv.jordet257 4 года назад +11

      I didn't know Ellis Marsalis and Kenny Rogers died! All of the corona-shit?

    • @robertr2129
      @robertr2129 4 года назад +6

      @@josteinv.jordet257 no

    • @josteinv.jordet257
      @josteinv.jordet257 4 года назад +3

      @@robertr2129 good

  • @veyger1970
    @veyger1970 2 года назад +7

    The amount of Love that he had when a society was ready to put him away and he ran like the care that he knew would capture a world . He was ahead of his time. A real in depth with all that was around him and he used it with just being him and noticed . He should be in a hall of fame for his art and it does not matter , that man will always be in mine for the music and the lyrics that he wrote.

  • @nathanschraml7059
    @nathanschraml7059 3 года назад +19

    My cousin passed away in February of this year, and Bill Withers was his favourite artist. It makes me very happy knowing he never had to live in a world where Bill wasn’t around

  • @AngeloVOfficial
    @AngeloVOfficial 4 года назад +65

    We lost one of the most soulful singers that ever lived. Rest in peace Bill. Thanks for touching my soul

  • @patrickwong4824
    @patrickwong4824 4 года назад +18

    This song is needed more than ever. RIP Bill Withers.

  • @nataliejones6424
    @nataliejones6424 Год назад +17

    Amazing, amazing, RIP Bill Withers

  • @joanietaylor-mitchell8559
    @joanietaylor-mitchell8559 2 года назад +2

    Missing Bill right about now loved still Loving the voice of such a 1.Lean on me..We all in. Need 2021 70th Birthday Season Yes

    • @mccauleylucas9065
      @mccauleylucas9065 2 года назад

      Hello. Joanie

    • @edwardkimlee8324
      @edwardkimlee8324 2 года назад

      Hi beautiful, how are you doing today I hope everything is going absolutely perfect with you?

    • @mccauleylucas9065
      @mccauleylucas9065 2 года назад

      @@edwardkimlee8324 I'm good thanks for asking.. where are you from?

  • @kimberleypex
    @kimberleypex 4 года назад +18

    ❤️❤️❤️🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼THANKS ! R I P Bill Withers , your lovely voice is in my heart
    forever. Kim , the Netherlands🇳🇱🇳🇱🇳🇱

  • @awesomejayden600
    @awesomejayden600 3 года назад +1494

    Don't be sad he died
    Be thankful he was born

    • @DeeDee-nj1xe
      @DeeDee-nj1xe 3 года назад +29

      And that he shared his gift with us.

    • @bikkun5594
      @bikkun5594 3 года назад +5

      He’s the most known person why? Cause he is so good and was born nice

    • @lunarbeatsoffical
      @lunarbeatsoffical 3 года назад +1

      But your sad he died because you are thankful he was born so like...

    • @tiedyedakman017
      @tiedyedakman017 3 года назад +1

      Amen

    • @natashacolcombe2679
      @natashacolcombe2679 2 года назад

      Amen!

  • @proneczarniecki2833
    @proneczarniecki2833 3 года назад +10

    John legend and Stevie wonder showed the song some love to the original writer

  • @giovannispagnolo9670
    @giovannispagnolo9670 2 месяца назад +1

    The best Bill songs....full stop.

  • @farellp9698
    @farellp9698 3 года назад +34

    3 MEN WHO HAS MADE MUSIC THAT WILL LIVE FOREVER..
    3 MEN WHO WILL BE REMEMBERED FOR EVER

  • @domanisarapeggio
    @domanisarapeggio 4 года назад +9

    I’m only 23 but I’ve been listening to his music for as long as I can remember. Legends never die.

  • @kadijahhall1317
    @kadijahhall1317 Год назад +1

    Watch this n this broke me all the way down remembering my mum past a few months ago... sigh💔🕊

  • @patricianorales920
    @patricianorales920 2 года назад +7

    No way can you get better than this performance!! Thank the Higher Power for Musicians like these MEN!!! Sharing their Amazing Talent with the World!!

    • @lampardscott2580
      @lampardscott2580 Год назад +1

      Sure you're really right thanks for your compliment and understanding God bless you please can we be friends

  • @dougm5697
    @dougm5697 4 года назад +32

    When I was a young man, I would listen to Bill Wither's music and sip beers with my college friends. Now, I am a much older man and Bill just left us all for heaven. Rest well Bill, you left us with such a wonderful gift, your music. A bit of heaven on earth.

    • @elizaokeeffe163
      @elizaokeeffe163 4 года назад

      Well said Doug, it makes this journey through life so pleasurable, to have a little bit of escapism, and have memories of brilliant singers Bill in particular R.I.P. Mr Withers.

  • @jojosmooth
    @jojosmooth 4 года назад +43

    :( crying my heart out...another special soul has left us...

  • @Rhythmicons
    @Rhythmicons 3 года назад +516

    John Legend looks like he could BE Wither's son or play him in a movie.

    • @aliciag946
      @aliciag946 3 года назад +2

      Stop it 😫

    • @Rhythmicons
      @Rhythmicons 3 года назад +4

      @@aliciag946 haha He'd have to get bulked up to play the young BW.

    • @aliciag946
      @aliciag946 3 года назад +1

      @@Rhythmicons He doesn't have the right facial features

    • @Rhythmicons
      @Rhythmicons 3 года назад

      @@aliciag946 He could have his mother's nose, not that shit matters in biopics.

    • @terry.c8133
      @terry.c8133 2 года назад

      Lowkey

  • @MarkSmith-zc7qu
    @MarkSmith-zc7qu 3 года назад +59

    Truly amazing! Tears in the eyes, just a wonderful performance from 3 of the best of all time. RIP Bill Withers ❤️

  • @ilianasoriano6328
    @ilianasoriano6328 4 года назад +23

    R.I.P To the legend of all time....Love you Bill Withers. Prayers to your family and that you enjoy in the heavens above

  • @keelodagreat4676
    @keelodagreat4676 3 года назад +3

    Look at the legend Bill Withers and John Legend up there looking like a powerful father and son duo 🙌🏽🙌🏽🙌🏽

  • @mariebettynoncent829
    @mariebettynoncent829 3 года назад +2

    John Legend always make me cry. Love from Haïti

  • @phobson70
    @phobson70 Год назад +1

    Chills when Bill Withers comes forward and sings.

  • @animalsandedm2678
    @animalsandedm2678 4 года назад +29

    True legends together on stage!

    • @kathconserv
      @kathconserv Год назад +2

      One legend and one named legend.

  • @TimeandMonotony
    @TimeandMonotony 4 года назад +296

    RIP Bill

  • @pjmoneybags2780
    @pjmoneybags2780 Год назад +7

    Stevie and Bill are always on my playlists. John has a great voice my favorite from him is "Glory".

  • @susanmiller2502
    @susanmiller2502 3 года назад +5

    That is some serious talent to share time with.
    What a wonderful moment and memory!

    • @jamesemerson1614
      @jamesemerson1614 3 года назад

      Hi Susan

    • @lampardscott2580
      @lampardscott2580 Год назад

      Sure you're really right thanks for your compliment and understanding God bless you please can we be friends

  • @shaunnewson3152
    @shaunnewson3152 4 года назад +253

    Lyrics:
    Sometimes in our lives we all have pain
    We all have sorrow
    But if we are wise
    We know that there's always tomorrow
    Lean on me, when you're not strong
    And I'll be your friend
    I'll help you carry on
    For it won't be long
    'Til I'm gonna need
    Somebody to lean on
    Please swallow your pride
    If I have things you need to borrow
    For no one can fill those of your needs
    That you won't let show
    You just call on me brother, when you need a hand
    We all need somebody to lean on
    I just might have a problem that you'll understand
    We all need somebody to lean on
    Lean on me, when you're not strong
    And I'll be your friend
    I'll help you carry on
    For it won't be long
    'Til I'm gonna need
    Somebody to lean on
    You just call on me brother, when you need a hand
    We all need somebody to lean on
    I just might have a problem that you'll understand
    We all need somebody to lean on
    If there is a load you have to bear
    That you can't carry
    I'm right up the road
    I'll share your load
    If you just call me (call me)
    If you need a friend (call me) call me uh huh(call me) if you need a friend (call me)
    If you ever need a friend (call me)
    Call me (call me) call me (call me) call me
    (Call me) call me (call me) if you need a friend
    (Call me) call me (call me) call me (call me) call me (call me) call me (call me)

    • @dianelentsimon3442
      @dianelentsimon3442 3 года назад +2

      Thank u God for sending me good friends throughout my life....PEACE!

    • @fjp9
      @fjp9 3 года назад

      thanks

  • @estarling8766
    @estarling8766 4 года назад +65

    I am glad to have him between the giants.

    • @themajicman745
      @themajicman745 4 года назад +4

      John Legend isn't a giant, because he has to earn it over time.

    • @KJ-kw7gh
      @KJ-kw7gh 4 года назад +2

      Bill Withers was the giant!

    • @shellywecker5818
      @shellywecker5818 4 года назад

      His legendary music lives on forever 🦅🇺🇲♥️ We will never forget you ♥️

  • @pererik6731
    @pererik6731 3 года назад +13

    This reminds me of an angel singing this song every day at school. 😢

  • @rosshross9419
    @rosshross9419 2 года назад +2

    As a new soldier in Germany, I had big adjustments not only to being in the Army but also a new country. I was a perfectionist and always wanted to do everything right. That made me miserable and likely made those close to me miserable as well. I remember 4 young enlisted soldiers in my battery came into my room didn't say a word, began singing this song and didn't say anything afterwards and left. I sat there and enjoyed the song and was shocked and in awe of the whole message. This was a gift from them to me. I was more bearable and allowed myself to be more relaxed after that. Thank you, you know who you are!!!

    • @radhaor
      @radhaor 3 месяца назад

      Beautiful story.

  • @giovannipeirone3915
    @giovannipeirone3915 4 года назад +49

    I always teach this song to my students: we all need him and his precious songs.
    May God receive him in His glory

  • @buckeye4297
    @buckeye4297 4 года назад +45

    Miss him already...

  • @vladimir_tretiy
    @vladimir_tretiy 3 года назад +9

    Rest and peace Mr. Withers - your songs so fresh through all this year ... 🙌🏻

  • @AbdouRFall
    @AbdouRFall 4 месяца назад +3

    Legendary❤😇

  • @kristinetolman1937
    @kristinetolman1937 4 года назад +9

    I’m an American teacher living far from home, on my own and away from family and friends... this song is hopeful and heartbreaking right now.

    • @jameshunter9732
      @jameshunter9732 3 года назад

      Oh... I'm so sorry you are far away from home and friends but as long as you listen to this song you will always have someone to be there for you. Because a few years ago when I thought I lost everything this gives me courage to face my fears

  • @TheJuiceOjSimpson
    @TheJuiceOjSimpson 4 года назад +29

    Rest in peace bill there truly ain’t no sunshine when your gone and it’s no lovely day but I hope you are resting high offering your shoulder for those who need someone to lean on. You have left behind a legacy that won’t be forgotten and we all are truly blessed to have the music you left us bill we all love you and we will miss you ❤️❤️

  • @evonza4858
    @evonza4858 2 года назад +4

    3 legends on one stage at one time 🥰❤️🖤💚 I love you guys and bless your soul brotha Bill❤️🖤💚

  • @denisecobbs3305
    @denisecobbs3305 3 года назад +16

    Bill Withers. Truly, a legend in his own time!!!

  • @Jgilmer42
    @Jgilmer42 4 года назад +56

    I'm so glad that Mr. Withers lived to see his induction and this beautiful tribute. Rest In Power Bill Withers!

  • @wandertwins
    @wandertwins 4 года назад +15

    The legendary Bill Withers. A man of integrity.

  • @stephanieeganatta563
    @stephanieeganatta563 4 дня назад

    A heavenly trio 😊

  • @VILJL
    @VILJL 4 года назад +99

    Bill Withers, was an American singer-songwriter and musician. He died from heart complications on Monday March 30, 2020 He was 81.
    The West Virginia native was born on July 4, 1938. Known for recording some of the most beloved songs in the American songbook, he created the incomparable Lovely Day, Lean On Me, Ain’t No Sunshine, Use Me and Just the Two of Us. He won three Grammy awards and entered the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2015.