Bill Withers Acceptance Speech at the 2015 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony
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- Опубликовано: 3 апр 2020
- Bill Withers Acceptance Speech 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 an image gallery from the big night and archival materials. 
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If Bill Withers is not the definition of "cool" then I don't know cool.
You can say that again my friend. Bill is the coolest of the coolest. RIP Bill.
Right. Cause he smooth as hell.
@@rooseveltdavis9559 I was going to say the same thing. I bet if you look in the dictionary under cool Bill Withers picture will be there.
Handsome too. RIP Bill 💗
@@rooseveltdavis9559 emotional.
"Stevie Wonder knows my name, and the brother just put me in the hall of fame." Beautiful.
I was going to write that one down. Good one! :)
The best induction speech ever. So eloquently written and spoken.
Nothing written about that.
Fiona, there was minimal written, the rest came from the heart.
he’s the real deal. i get warm happy tears thinking about him
Bruce's intro to U2 is very good too.
I will never stop telling people how they should listen to this gentleman’s music
Br Greg me either. People are missing out
People are missing out
53 years old . Known a few of his songs , but boy I will look more into his music
Even his deep cuts like Sweet Wanomi .. Bill was the real deal
That is the most incredible, beautiful, straightforward, no bullshit, honest, down to earth, funniest, and touching speech that has ever been recorded. And of course those adjectives can be applied to the man who gave that speech.
The best acceptance speech ever. Class act . Rest In Eternal Peace Still Bill
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I agree ....Best ever!! Mr.William Harrison WithersJr.( One Cool Brother😎😎, who in my most humble opinion.... was very underrated!!) " Lean on me" Use me", " Ain't no sunshine when she's gone", Grandma's Hands", Lovely Day".....just to name a few💫💫
An intellectual, humorous man... with a Soulful voice, an individual who came on the scene in his 30' s left the recording industry not to long after....this honor was ....well deserved. His songs are.....Timeless🍃🍃
Rest in Peace, my Brother😔😔
Amin AfroSoul Amin!
Linda Lyte You ain’t never lied 🤥
K Nazir Ingram Ameen
@@lindalyte7307 PREACH⚘
"Who else came here with a Legend and a Wonder?" what a classic line.
Yes!
Withers: Hold on that teleprompter.
Stevie Wonder: I didn't use it!
hahahahah
That has to be one of the best lines ever at an induction. Stevie still got it going on. lol
I love it!
I was wondering what Stevie said. Thanks.
Mr. Bill was such a profound musician and songwriter, and his songs are still relevant today. “Besides who else came here with a legend and a wonder”. RIP
what a special man, I could listen to him going off script all day long. and you can't get more classic than his songs.
The sun will ALWAYS shine for you Mr. Withers! Time for you to rest now. Your job is done here...and your work will live on forever. 🙏💗
Love his phrase : Each form of music has its own constituency. Well deserved honor to this Brilliant songwriter.
This is one of those “ ABOUT GD TIME” moments!! How Mr Withers took this long is mind blowing!” RIP YOU WONDERFUL LEGEND
Your music will help us get through these times
Amen
I would have loved to have seen this a while back, but now he's gone. Why now? My condolences to the family of Mr. Bill Withers. I've loved your work since the early 70s. Rest in peace and thanks man.
They are posting it now because the Hall is a crock of shit, they truly don't care. It seems they purposefully wait until the inductees die to post their inductions.
@TineCrine C Right on! You know you're right! It's just exploiting the death of a well loved artist to get views. I'm sure the members of his family that could not be there that night would have loved to see this in 2015!
I saw it on RUclips back then. This quality is definitely better.
Yeah could we please not use this as yet another means to vent and rant? RUclips has enough of that. Just celebrate the artist.
@@trysometruth you are clueless
Glad he was alive to see this, great, humble man
Bill was an amazing storyteller. Spoke from the heart...no script or hesitation. Brilliant man R.I.P.
I love being around old people like him who can spin a yard so great.
Eloquent, classy, smooth, warm and funny. His style of communication in both music and speech.
My God.. He may have started his career later than most but the talent and genius was already in him. What a wonderful singer/song writer. To have graced us with his presence. You don't need to be a Stevie Wonder or Whitney Houston to hear a gifted artist. They may have one more accolades early in their lives but it does not take away from this LEGEND.
Never is late. The age doesn't define what you want to do
That's how you tell a story.
"Who else came here with a legend and a wonder"- Brilliant remark
So witty, down to earth and on the ball! Condolences to his family, rest in peace Mr. Withers!
You mean America's "Sir Bill", cause he deserves it.
@@locadisa absolutely!
I could listen to that voice for hours.
His music is like poetry, he’s so beautiful, earthy and amazing.
"Lean on me, when you're not strong and I'll be your friend and I'll help you carry on".
Thanks Mr Withers for being my hero.
That is how you deliver a speech! Bill Withers' music will live on.
Man, that's the best speech of all times. RIP. BILL WITHERS
"Used to babysit the Melvoin sisters." Wow. Those kids were lucky.
One of the few times the R&R HOF got it right & put this underrated legend in his rightful place before it was too late!!
Absolutely!
I'm in tears. What a story - what a legacy.
I like the way his acceptance speech gives people outside the industry a glimpse of what its like behind the scenes in the recording business. That its not all glamor and tabloid magazines. A lot of collaboration that goes on to create that winning hit that consumers dont know about.
What a great storyteller! I could listen to him telling his tales for hours. A true legend! RIP, sir 🙏🏻
RIP Mr. Withers....Thank you for you Lovely songs!
RIP Bill Withers . The true mark of a musician .Induction into the Music Hall of Fame. The songs will live forever
I love this man. I aspire to be this kind, articulate and authentic.
Rest in peace Bill Withers! Thank you for blessing us with an incredible catalog of music that will live forever. From Ain't no sunshine to Grandma's Hands, Use Me, Just the two of us, and the amazing war song I Can't write left handed, we will remember your poetic songwriting / story telling simple yet profound. A man of wit, charm, humility, and class, your gift will continue to be treasured throughout many genre's of music forever.
wo i never heard I Can't Write Left Handed before - thank you
RIP See ya when I get there . You were a great man. I grew up in southfield. And your music. ❤
@Peggy Latham Oneill YES! Remember CKLW?
Yes Bill. You made your mark in this world while some of us are still struggling to find it. Thank you for the wonderful soundtrack of my life! RIP Sir Bill
the charisma is just insane
Still can't believe he's gone, RIP legend
This man was an incredible wordsmith. Proper play with words
The one person who disliked clearly did not have a lovely day.
And now there are three sad folks.
They must be some real A$$H@TS who have nothing better to do! Mr Withers only made quality classy music & never had controversy!! There’s not much to dislike there!
@@brgreg8725True 'Dat! It is up to 7 now, some people have no taste in music or talent.
Your mustache is killing my day
@@wildwildben bro that's Liza koshy
Can't get enough of that voice. A most cool dude. RIP
Rest in peace Legend!💞...Your music lives on....
THE BEST ACCEPTANCE SPEECH IVE EVER HEARD, ANYWHERE!...I had no fuckin' idea, Bill Withers was a stand up comic...God knows, I thought he was a world reknown, music icon. His music catalogue is the stuff of legend, and its a body of work that a serious fan can EASILY attach a lifetime's worth of memories, to. I love the man to death....he looks just like my Uncle Jim. And I know whereever Mr Withers is, in the after-life, he is making music and making folks double over in laughter.
Old school soul storytelling by the late Bill Withers. He is a legendary soul treasure, legend. Watts 103rd Street Band is legendary too. I love him going off script and given all genres of music their props. 🙏 Mr. Withers, RIH and to Stevie Wonder for being a classic Soul Brother as always.
This is a man that has lived his life to the fullest. Slow and steady and just an all around cool cat.
I love Bill!!! I saw a documentary on him . I think it was called Still Bill.
Its hidden away on you tube(for now) for those who havent seen it.
Akoben Renaissance I loved it!!!! I really got to know Bill and why he didn’t create more music.
platinumblondie I saw it,!it was touching, magnificent and marvellous.
@@aubreyscott4979 Me too. Was sad to see he couldn't find his own father's grave due to neglect.
I know you're in heaven Bill....it's a LOVELY DAY!!!
Crazy wonderful speech. So happy he received this award. He has saved a lot of lives with his magic including me. He music will always bring miracles in everyone’s lives that hear his music. Bright blessings where ever you are in the hemisphere Sir Bill Withers.Namaste
Just one of the greatest acceptance speeches EVER
Rest in Peace. Thank You for your beautiful music that took and I others away from our troubles and challenges and allowed us to get lost in your amazing talents.The ultimate compliment is that all these years later your music still is fresh, immediate, and amazing.
Coolest cat that ever lived. Telling the story of his success and all the people and coincidences involved in the journey made for such a meaningful and useful speech for other aspiring pros.
What a wonderful speaker he was. R.I.P beautiful person and brilliant musical writer and singer of life.
Rest in Power Bill Withers. So glad you got your flowers while you were alive..
Wow! Where I'm in 2015 that I miss this show.
what a legend with an incredible voice and beautiful songs!!! R.I.P. Bill Withers
This was THE best Induction speech EVER!! And I have seen a many. RIP Still Bill.
Truly a master class on how to give an acceptance speech.
Thank you Bill Withers for sharing your amazing music with the world.
Bill is one smooth cat, man. Respect to the legend.
I'm so glad he was alive to receive his induction into the Hall of Fame!!
I may have gotten into Bill’s music WAY too late, but at least, I enjoy his records as if they were released today. This man was a diamond. Sweet as sugar can be.
That was awesome. I love him even more. I watched his family just beaming; probably heard that story a thousand time, but to them, it was brand new each time he told it. Just like his creations are brand new every time I hear them played.
My father introduced me to this man and his music! "Grandma's Hands" is my favorite of his. It reminds me of my two grandmothers who are gone now, especially my father's mother, who I called Grammie. It was her favorite song as well. Thanks Bill! RIP, and I hope you are singing to my Grammie up there in Heaven.
Absolutely loved Bill's music as a young teenager, and to this day still listen to him quite often (I love technology). He was such a stand up man and a class act for sure. The "Sunshine" will never be as bright as it was with you here on Earth! Thanks for the music and the memories. RIP Mr. Withers.
What an unbelievably great presence!
A great, humble speech from a great artist.
RIP
There really isn't much better than watching this man's joy and love in a long deserved moment. Rest easy Bill, you will always be the coolest cat I ever heard.
i love you bud!!!
i really miss you.
thank you 4 everything bud!
specially to all the word of wishdom and advice!
mizz you bill!!!
Thank you Rock & Roll Hall of Fame for this post... RIP Bill
Bill Withers makes me smile. One of my favorite performers who I miss on a daily basis. Fortunately he left behind wonderful music that will live on. Thank you!!
You know a guy is good when you actually forget some of his hits. And remember, he walked away from the business on his own terms. I, of course, have my favorite: "Use Me." However, that is only one gem in a mine and mind of a creative force. Rest in peace and power brother.
That is hell of a great speech: Mr Bill Withers. You will be missed: *****Rest*In*Heavenly*Peace*****
Your songs of your best decades..It’s the amazing grace.
RIP Withers 👍🏻🙏🏻
I will miss Mr Withers for the rest of my life with all my heart and soul. Vale, beautiful man. Fly high with all the other angels. 💜
Wow never knew he was in the Navy thank you for your service sir.
julieo6266 .......and he served before his music career...bet he was thinking of all kind of lyrics on the job...
…a brilliant man…thanks for all your music inspiration…🙏
What a great man and musician ...
The has got to be the largest AA meeting in the Western Hemisphere...
Lovely speech by a lovely man and a superb artist.RIP.
An ordinary man that created extraordinary songs RIP. STILL BILL
What a man, the kind of man you could spend every lazy afternoon with and always walk away soulfully enriched. His work his truly special.
The man had such a smooth speaking voice.i could play his acceptance speech over and OVER.R.I P Mr withers, you are sooo missed!
I've enjoyed Mr Withers music since childhood...His sound is second to none, bc his style & sound was original & great...
Down to earth & mellow...Get you moving, but you listen & sing along...He was original & humble, & enjoyed the industry & many other singers"Stevie Wonder Knows My Name & The Brother Just Out Me In The Hall Of Game"
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Such A Class Act & He Is Missed...Thankful for His legendary Music He's Left For Us To Enjoy & Applaud 🎸🎙️
Man, what a songwriter and singer.
The LEGENDARY Mr. BILL WITHERS
So glad I got to see this live. RIP to a incredible man and musician
When you think and talk like a poet your probably Mr Bill Withers RIP Bill
Bill is the coolest man to ever live. I hope a movie of his life is made one day!
Talent PERSONIFIED...RIH Mr.Withers,Your voice and songs will live on forever.That smooth,cool voice will be imitated but never duplicated.
Man , his family are so proud of him . The look of love and happiness on their faces was brighter than sunshine .... Beautiful .
Rest in peace Sir Withers. Your recordings in the 1970's was unbeatable. Thank you for your beautiful music. From a long time fan directly to you my friend. farewell.
This man had SO much class... and talent to boot. RIP.
This made my day! Bill was truly one of a kind. Rest In Peace.
Pardon my triviality: There's no comparison to his coolness and to the warmth of this man. It goes to the intimate. Raw yet so smooth, raw because stripped bare of any pretentiousness and gimmick. To me, putting on his music is like the ritual of going down to the cellar and choosing a fine wine to be shared with the only the finest of friends. His Carnegie Hall Concert? Oh the gem!!! Really miss him as some and I would have loved to see him. Luckily, I still listen to him and my gorgeous daughter and wife cherish the moments. I wouldn't have had it any other way! I absolutely love watching beat the rythm as Stevie plays his tune. Gorgeous moment!
What graceful, humble gentelman.
My respect and admiration for Bill Withers has multiplied this week following his passing. I thoroughly enjoyed this speech as well as the documentary “Still Bill” that I saw a few days ago. Excellent speaker that I would have never known was a stutterer. RIP Bill Withers
It's on you tube.
Real Bill. Gonna miss you.
RIP to a legendary wonder Bill Withers. I grew up listening to his music and my late Aunts had his "Still Bill" LP. Thank you for the music.😓❤