Bill was 31, working in a factory building toilets for aeroplanes when he wrote this song. When the song hit gold, he was gifted a gold toilet to celebrate the start of his new career. Quite the change of career!
I always hate when people say this. Hell, I practised my ass off for over 10 years to get here and then when people here the result of that they have the nerve to say “damn you’re so talented”
if you listen long enough to him saying it over and over again, it starts to sound like he's saying "why now???"- as though he's crying to someone he's lost. Powerful song.
Who's here because they're celebrating a truly incredible songwriter and human being? I recorded my own little tribute as he was one of my biggest influences as a Songwriter. I wish I had 10% of his talent. Thanks for the music Bill ❤️🎼🙏
Please take a few minutes here in 2022 and listen to the this now “senior” man and his music… I promise you will not be disappointed. Simply a National treasure… bless you Sir
Thank goodness for the gift of musical talent displayed artistically. It seems an era of Greatness has passed. Perhaps it’s just been “lost” in the era of commercial profits…laying in wait to be “discovered” again.
remember this song in between tv programms they,d play vid song clips in the 70s bill withers was singing this song, still love bill today xlent artist!
this man is full of such passion....the kind of passion that current music is lacking horribly. all of today's electronics have turned everyone and every sound into robots. It saddens me :'(
This song was released two years before my son was born. Nevertheless, the classics and the crooners seem to never go out of style.' A few years back, I visited my son and he began singing "Ain't No Sunshine" (and doing it quite well, I might add). I did a double take. "Where did you hear THAT song?" I asked. "Oh man, Bill Withers is one of the best," he said. My son has eclectic tastes in music. *smile*
Everything is beautiful about this short song.Lyrics,his voice, and the orchestra. When man used to show real feelings for woman and wasn't afraid of showing .Love or sadness.💟
Looking at this video of mr. Bill Withers remind me of yesterday and how time has gone by so quickly. Another era has ended for me. Thank you sir for giving us heart and soulful music. Rest in peace.
I sampled this song for a friend of mine's rap song , but he never went through the proper channels to clear the sample so the song was never released. this is an amazing piece of musical history.. this is a classic in all its right. music like this never dies and will live on forever .. too bad music now is just trash and bubble gum crap.
My heart can't take anymore...it's broken. My Dad would play this loud. He wasn't the best husband all the time and I'm not sure how my Mom put up with him so much. I get now why he'd play this so loud...💔😭
Its *2017- & Radio personalities , is* Missing out in* playing good Music that was Recorded & Song by Bill Withers, Inducted into The Rock & Roll Hall of fame in 2015 , Congratulation! On good Music back n the day.who us still living , in California!
Ain't no sunshine when he's gone.
Audrey Mum OF Twins sad day
Audrey Mum OF Twins even worse when all the things happening right noe
💯💯💯
The only thing wrong with this song is that it’s only 2 minutes long. What a timeless classic.
That's it's charm, good things don't last long.
He was going to write another verse to replace the "I knows." They were just spontaneous.
Bill was 31, working in a factory building toilets for aeroplanes when he wrote this song. When the song hit gold, he was gifted a gold toilet to celebrate the start of his new career. Quite the change of career!
Thomas Jaques : Great story... all these years later I can remember his perfect lyrics.🍁🇨🇦
I bet he kept it. Just for shits & giggles of course.
@@jasondesselles9168 rimshot
March 30, 2020 Ain't No Sunshine That He's Gone.
Bill, Know ing you when you were with us, it was a "Lovely Day"
My heart is broken. Goodbye Bill.
I agree 100%. I hear his voice and think of great times during the 70's. Heartbroken!
Great music ain't no expiry date. It shines forever.
Spot On Ash :-)
neil b Happy Birthday Bill :-)
So true
Well said.
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
best 2 minute song ever made
Vincent Lopez I know I know I know I know that to be true
I actually also had the same thought about it that it ends so quick! very fine song indeed.
the violins make it soo much better just love the song
Withers does have a soulful voice, but the violins just lift it to another level adding so much poignancy.
Do you prefer this version over the studio recording?
The violins make the song cry! It’s such a perfect touch.
Damn... That way of singing effortlessly really shows some people are born with that gift.
I always hate when people say this. Hell, I practised my ass off for over 10 years to get here and then when people here the result of that they have the nerve to say “damn you’re so talented”
Someone asked Pavarotti how he could sing the way he did and he replied something like, "6 hours a day for 20 years."
Ain't no sunshine today! Rest in piece, Mr. Withers.
He'll be missed. One of the great voices of all time.
Ain't no sunshine, when he's gone. One of the greatest classical R&B who lives. RIP
Bill's voice and the violins....need I say more....perfection personified.RIP Bill Withers.
This song always gives me chills
if you listen long enough to him saying it over and over again, it starts to sound like he's saying "why now???"- as though he's crying to someone he's lost. Powerful song.
Nice catch. I never noticed that. I'll hear it with more emphasis from now on.
Great stuff when released in 1971. Great stuff today in 2014. Thank you Mr. Withers !
And Great stuff today in 2019 :)
@@david2776 ...and great stuff ... even today August, 2020
@@sheilacooley5783 even more in 2022
@@andresmedina6586, but better in 2024, and I remember 1971, imagine my age!
Awwh man! Another legend's gone. Your music lives on and will continue giving us sunshine in these dire times. RIP Bill.
Who's here because they're celebrating a truly incredible songwriter and human being?
I recorded my own little tribute as he was one of my biggest influences as a Songwriter.
I wish I had 10% of his talent.
Thanks for the music Bill ❤️🎼🙏
May 2024
All these years and still "WOW" simple but great
Please take a few minutes here in 2022 and listen to the this now “senior” man and his music… I promise you will not be disappointed.
Simply a National treasure… bless you Sir
6-5-2020 coronavirus pandemic lockdown playlist
Many thanks for the calm
THANK YOU!
August, 2020 ... ain't hardly any sunshine with this coronaviruses still here ... and taking our beloved's.
😢
Actually heard this on the radio on the way to mom house when she died. So much for stoicism.
One of the greatest voices in music(Real Music-Not fluff of today)!
Made in 1972 the year I was married....timeless music!! May have been 1971, but doesn't matter....one of the best songs ever written!
ill is getting inducted into the rock n roll hall of fame this year..well deserved one of my favorites..
Zach Metzgar he deserved to be in the hall of fame
Rest In Peace Bill, you love on through your music🌎
I was in boot camp back in the nearly 70s and heard this song always was my favorite cause that's when I missed my high school sweetheart.
And this house just ain't no home... rip nana we gon miss u forever
Why is this not 2000 minutes long. Greatest strong part in a pop song ever. RIP Bill you beauty.
Thank goodness for the gift of musical talent displayed artistically. It seems an era of Greatness has passed. Perhaps it’s just been “lost” in the era of commercial profits…laying in wait to be “discovered” again.
His voice is so smooth
A natural. A classic. This was ALL Bill.
When my grandmother would make trips halfway across the state, my grandfather would play this song over and over and over
#RIP Bill Withers. He's gone Home today.
What a beautiful 2 minutes
Classic! This is music right here. Up there with all the greats
You already know Bill went to heaven... I hope I’ll join him up there one day. Rip to my great grandma too I know she’s up there as well.
Man. Goosebumps. RIP Bill. Deeply missed.
remember this song in between tv programms they,d play vid song clips in the 70s bill withers was singing this song, still love bill today xlent artist!
I remember this song when I was in bootcamp. I thought about my girl frend. Will never forget.
Everyone says 'best version'...but this one IS the best live version...
Thank you, Ripshade20.
this man is full of such passion....the kind of passion that current music is lacking horribly. all of today's electronics have turned everyone and every sound into robots. It saddens me :'(
Bill Withers is awesome. He isn't lip-syncing either like so many others did on Midnight Special.
This song was released two years before my son was born. Nevertheless, the classics and the crooners seem to never go out of style.'
A few years back, I visited my son and he began singing "Ain't No Sunshine" (and doing it quite well, I might add). I did a double take. "Where did you hear THAT song?" I asked. "Oh man, Bill Withers is one of the best," he said. My son has eclectic tastes in music. *smile*
This song never gets old
The best ain't no sunshine, period...
Everything is beautiful about this short song.Lyrics,his voice, and the orchestra.
When man used to show real feelings for woman and wasn't afraid of showing .Love or sadness.💟
Looking at this video of mr. Bill Withers remind me of yesterday and how time has gone by so quickly. Another era has ended for me. Thank you sir for giving us heart and soulful music. Rest in peace.
I sampled this song for a friend of mine's rap song , but he never went through the proper channels to clear the sample so the song was never released. this is an amazing piece of musical history.. this is a classic in all its right. music like this never dies and will live on forever .. too bad music now is just trash and bubble gum crap.
いい曲です。💘🎶👂👍
that song made me think of my dead grandma I cried
Same here.. I miss my mother... xox
This man was one of the very best Ever. R.I.P the world loves U.
One of the finest songs ever composed
One of my favorites! Love it!
Ain’t no Sunshine now he’s gone.
RIP Bill.
One of the best songs ever written
so buttery with the string section! mr withers belts another one
that's music kiddos rest mr withers ty for your music!
Such a classic, beautiful song that reminds me of the Beautiful colors of the 1970's.
Great voice, great song writer.
My heart can't take anymore...it's broken. My Dad would play this loud. He wasn't the best husband all the time and I'm not sure how my Mom put up with him so much. I get now why he'd play this so loud...💔😭
Everyone mourning the women in their life who have passed on is bringing me too tears... I am just trying to listen to the music! 😭
Beautiful timeless classic 💖🎶
The best version ever !
It is clear that Bill created it ...
Its *2017- & Radio personalities , is* Missing out in* playing good Music that was Recorded & Song by Bill Withers, Inducted into The Rock & Roll Hall of fame in 2015 , Congratulation! On good Music back n the day.who us still living , in California!
Beautiful music.
I remember this song in boot camp and getting a dear John letter from my high school girlfriends. My heart was broken.
Dude you commented like 5 times the same shit. Get over you 12 year old childhood dream
Oh my god! What a voice and control
One of a kind.
the violins just make it sound so much more better.
R.I.P. Bill! Ain't no sunshine like you gave us!
Great memories.... thanks Bill Withers
no one like him hes amazing this song has memories for me
Ti sia lieve la terra Bill, tks!
no words to describe this.
I know I know I know I know.
2021~ and still giving me the chills, emotions on another level 😭
The guitarist on the right around 1:00 looks EXACTLY like a guy I went to high school with. Class of '74. You probably went to school with him too...
Incredible story
I DIIID jk lol
So smooth. RIP Bill.
U don’t see performances that sound this good anymore it’s all auto tune nowadays
A legend passes on today.
RIP Mr. Withers...
Saw him 1973 at mscw now muw amazing concert
Chanson magnifique et intemporel!!!
These strings harmonies 🥺
RIP Mr Withers. A true legend.
Amazing Song and Artist and Performance!!!!!
Absolutely legendary.we will love forever sir.😘😘😘
Super Klasse , sehr Ausdrucksvoll ....
Soul music. Great songwriter
Nice with the violins.
Thanks for this version :) *New Calédonia KANAKY Song of peace
oh my lord this is incredible
This. I feel it in my bones.
Hermosa voz, hermosa canción
I get a jolt every time the violins enter the song
R.I.P Bill withers.You were always a lengend
Legend sorry
a legend was lost today. rest easy bill
1:14 WoooooooooooooooooW
the man...............................
great stuff
Love this song of the total eclipse of the sun 🌞🌝🌑
What a voice. RIP BW.
amazing song! love this song version!