Bill Withers Just the Two of Us (Grammy 1982) Live

[@roddi733]

He had that very rare talent of sounding exactly as he did on his records

[@manuginobilisbaldspot424]

Back then you had to. They didn't mess around with voices the way they do now. Talent had to be there, it was a LOT harder to manufacture it.

[@tenzinwho2079]

You only became famous if u sounded good, not if you could.

[@djohnnieberkhout6760]

Nah they had no autotune back then

[@cyanrazorCel]

All the real greats know how to signing their song inside and out in the same way; Michael Jackson sounded even more similar on stage.

[@ben_13240]

seriously it’s so good 😭

[@harryneedham8863]

3 men, 3 suits, 3 microphones, some maracas, a guitar and a great voice was all that was needed for this masterpieces 😯🥺

[@strangersinbedband9986]

I can hear a bass as well? Where is he 😂

[@lorenzosavino3753]

@@strangersinbedband9986 there is a whole band off stage. I can hear bass, drums, electric guitar, acoustic guitar, keyboard, saxophone. I would like to hear the unplugged version with only they three playing and singing, tbh. It would have been so rare and precious.

[@luisangelcastillo289]

@@lorenzosavino3753 only a Bass, no drums

[@lorenzosavino3753]

@@luisangelcastillo289 1:54 can''t you hear the drums and cymbals? Really?

[@lorenzosavino3753]

@@luisangelcastillo289 maybe you wanted to say only bass not saxophone. Cause there is one sound that is like sax or a slapping bass

[@rhodarrrzaa]

I still can't believe he sang this live and it sounds like a record👌 so neat... pure talent

[@ThrillerALi]

@Kazam K dude this particular performance wasn’t lip-synched. Didn’t you hear the two other men, playing their instruments onstage, sing the background parts of the song, which is normally sung by females? This was 1982. Lip syncing was frowned upon back then, especially during that scandal with that singing group, “Milli Vanilli,” back in the 80s.

[@aIkaIi]

@Kazam K No, you can actually hear a ton of imperfections. I'm gonna hope this is bait.

[@TheCullousus]

@Kazam K so your trying to say they recorded the whole track with the other two guys there singing their small bit at their given times. Gtfo with that stupid shit they didnt need to lip synch it is a honor to perform at a prestigious event.

[@eadghe]

That's what happens when someone has actually skill and worked hard to sound amazing, without the blinding (but obvious) effects of computers (which not many people seem to notice - same deal with photoshop).

[@eadghe]

@Kazam K You are either a troll or the true idiot here. Have you ever heard an opera singer (that has nothing to do with the internet browser, dummy)? I guess not, but that's true vocal power and control.

[@beardown2489]

Withers singing is like a normal human breathing. It’s just natural. He doesn’t try , there’s no added vibrato trying to sound pretty, he just opens his mouth and honestly conveys lyrics. It’s so simple and so pure.

[@billcompeau4835]

👏👏👏

[@dymmalowitz5465]

It’s called crooning. It’s all about the timbre, not range or skill.

[@Tkimba2]

​@@dymmalowitz5465he definitely wasn't a crooner

[@imabozoMeng]

He's always stood out. Him and Otis

[@ericjr1985]

"good things might come to those who wait but not for those who wait too late we got to go for all we know" I love that line

[@Kometheus]

Easily one of my favorite.

[@lucaspaiva3634]

Beautiful and clever

[@goofygoober2783]

Same

[@FunkHitsTheFan]

This version just echoes in my mind such a good loving vibe

[@obuford7584]

I've always love that line in this song, mainly because it's true.

[@rhern9988]

These 3 guys have more talent then 90% of all the artists today. R.I.P Bill easily one of the greatest artists ever

[@adamirfan46]

fake talk

[@KINGJAYPARISH]

💀💀💀 no need to compare generations we get it

[@Ep4368]

@@KINGJAYPARISHexactly

[@djb903]

Lost a giant today RIP bill withers

[@joemmm867]

@Kazam K bill withers is a piddly ant to you? yikes.

[@joemmm867]

Kazam K how come?

[@fullygrownmanbobby8150]

@Kazam K why you such an asshole about it? Man just wants to pay his respects.

[@SemperTempus]

@Kazam K You're such a Catch-U-NextTuesday

[@gilanmulithio3618]

I knew this guy was a legend as soon as I heard his voice 2 months ago

[@garyalob2134]

2023... 40 years after.. there's still listening to this song! Awsome!

[@locadisa]

Before Bill passed away he took us to his home and introduced us to his family,friends and old classmates in a documentary for the big screen called "Still Bill" 2010 (you can find it hidden away on You Tube but not for long). He talked about how badly the industry treated him and how he got out in time because he wanted to live a normal family life. It was believed that Bill secretly never wanted to give up being in the spotlight and it was eventually proven in this movie. His natural talent though unused for over 30 yrs was once again tested. He was a natural talent. An excellent writer and consummate performer with so many memorable hits and with royalties that would last a lifetime. Ever since his childhood he just wanted to be loved and accepted and he received the ultimate acceptance when he was inducted into the 2015 Rock and Roll hall of fame, one of the greatest honors bestowed upon a senior performer! Kudos to you Bill. You made your mark in this world and it's something so many of us are still struggling to do before we ascend to the heavens. Just seeing your smiling face after all of the wonderful accolades was enough to believe that there truly is a God and he shined his glorious bright light upon you. Rest in peace Sir Bill. 👏

[@felenti4956]

well said

[@stephenbirks6458]

So eloquently put ! I have been listening to Bills Music since I was 15 when I heard lovley day way back at our local youth club in 1978 (the wonderful original one ) - In fact I have asked for this beautiful song to be played one last time for me when my last few hours on this Earth are being counted down I love Bills music - My whole Worlds been a better place having Bills music around ! - Listening to Bills wisdom - in both the good times & the bad times if my life ! R.I.P. BILL WITHERS

[@locadisa]

@Kazam K Let's don't make this page toxic with your selfish comments. There are other pages you know.

[@bleach486]

locadisa underrated

[@zhade8180]

... someone on tiktok said “my grandpa wrote this” and showed it to him 😐 so ur telling me this man ain’t even alive anymore?!

[@KyloKen-cx7qr]

ahh, when the grammy’s were actually respectable

[@nutrock522]

It’s embarrassing that Cardi B and Megan Thee Stallion won in the same award show as this guy.

[@jordanabeaulieu2530]

@@nutrock522 I agree 100%. It's been a while since I watched the Grammys because now it is so embarrassing and mortifying. I saw on the internet snippets of Cardi B and Megan Thee Stallion's performance and I was glad I didn't watch the show!

[@GarfieldAtLasganaParty]

I agree I don’t like today’s music only 2000 and below really.

[@GarfieldAtLasganaParty]

More 70s though

[@giovannimicheli827]

2018

[@sheashea4622]

He made it look so effortless, but everything came out just right!!

[@LordFartamor]

I agree Shea Shea

[@sui8533]

Shea shea that’s a nice name

[@sheashea4622]

@@sui8533 Thank you❤❤

[@sheashea4622]

@@himedeu Thanks❤❤

[@lexitnute1306]

He is kind of flat on some parts

[@therealthanos5453]

The good times where singers actually sounded good and not just autotune

[@matthewperez2653]

Yep

[@3ezzashoarah965]

Couldn't agree more

[@trickyclown3719]

lol

[@gaaraprotecterofthesand1250]

So true

[@tbi_saltysquid1160]

You literally just have to find the right songs🤨

[@aonaon5461]

he is a real singer

[@armaansandhu4345]

I thought you said niger lol

[@akumulight]

@@armaansandhu4345 🗿😂

[@JULIAbox]

@@armaansandhu4345 can you not you are embarrassing I’m sure you came here to hear his voice don’t spoil it for others

[@yourecute6194]

@@JULIAbox stop being a bitch you bitch

[@JULIAbox]

@@yourecute6194 I’m Not talking to you have some respect, I’m sure u wouldn’t walk into an interview and start swearing for no reason.

[@aidayune4745]

Only 3 instruments and this song is legendary of all time. How brilliant!

[@yubia5216]

There are more on the background

[@GregoryPLAA]

He's building castles in the sky now. RIP Bill. Always thought this performance is better than the original recording.

[@locadisa]

He was a natural talent. He needed no horns,extra drums,echos,background harmony or tricks. Just plain Bill. He was a treasure and If you heard him speak on any subject then you would know that he was such an inspiration to all. Coronavirus everywhere,my hours have been severely cut at my job. It was ok. When I heard that Bill Withers died I cried.

[@Dustyholes]

The reason why this one sounds better (even though it’s totally subjective lol) is because it’s LIVE. We can hear his raw talent with no help from machines and recording equipment in a studio. Notice how they both sounds exactly the same? Levels when it comes to talent. It’s what we’re missing these days, although Jon Bellion is a VERY TALENTED artist.

[@Kay-ng1qo]

Only if he repented of his sins and accepted Jesus Christ as his savior.

[@GNW-so4yk]

@@Kay-ng1qono Jesus is not your savior and he never said that in your corrupted changed bible that doesn’t exist In its original language Aramaic Jesus always mentioned the father meaning God Jesus himself put his head on the ground and prayed to his God But of course you don’t read or search you follow blindly

[@derekdai8195]

wow his voice is so beautiful, no autotune, no nothing, it just touches your soul

[@Greyzillah]

Its strange, I dont think a single thought resembling any anxiety entered his mind before performing this song, look at how he closes his eyes, its truly awr inspiring. This song over all has made my life better. Thank you bill withers.

[@SouthCentralTN]

Mine as well. Well said.

[@kobebarka8633]

When an artists closes their eyes as they are singing it hits differently. You can tell it comes from deep inside of them.

[@mathioz3606]

It can be equals a brazillian feel: "saudade" there's no translate to English Sorry by English, I'm brazillian

[@i.mantra]

I was born in ‘82! This song was very special to my parents and that’s how I know it. They would sing this and harmonize together. This song introduced me to 🌎❤

[@OMRnOn]

Pure talent! No light show, lip syncing, backround dancers. Just soul and talent. Bill has touched so many people through his music and he will live on forever. RIP to one of the greatest to ever do it.

[@obuford7584]

So true. I don't mind all the lights and extra stuff if the artist can actually sing but it's so refreshing to see someone just standing there singing. Mr Withers and the 2 gentlemen didn't have to put on a "show". Just plain ole singing. Bravo!

[@jeffreyyyy3052]

Music it self is nomore the entertainer itself its sad but true

[@carlosrubio4668]

I see the crystal raindrops fall And the beauty of it all Is when the sun comes shining through To make those rainbows in my mind When I think of you sometime And I wanna spend some time with you Just the two of us We can make it if we try Just the two of us (Just the two of us) Just the two of us Building castles in the sky Just the two of us You and I We look for love, no time for tears Wasted water's all that is And it don't make no flowers grow Good things might come to those who wait Not for those who wait too late We gotta go for all we know Just the two of us We can make it if we try Just the two of us (Just the two of us) Just the two of us Building them castles in the sky Just the two of us You and I I hear the crystal raindrops fall On the window down the hall And it becomes the morning dew And darling when the morning comes And I see the morning sun I wanna be the one with you Just the two of us We can make it if we try Just the two of us, just (Just the two of us) Just the two of us Building big castles way up high Just the two of us You and I (Just the two of us) (We can make it, just the two of us) (Just the two of us)

[@miglena2s]

❤

[@nore7792]

❤️

[@for22829]

Up

[@rhodarrrzaa]

No cursing, no profanity, no nudity, no lipsynching and no autotune! Just pure talent folks!

[@louisnapier2722]

Word... beautiful Music they gave us

[@jlcougilljr]

and as it really should be, rip

[@imwoke6577]

I know R&B today is just straight up vulgar rap music it's sad what it has become, but it's going to take a younger generation that shuns that kind of music for something that speaks english correctly.

[@jacbaby5975]

I'M WOKE I am 14 and I’m sad about bills death today I love music today but back in the day it was special

[@ernestocastillo-ayala5653]

Denzel Washington mad respect bro

[@livnaz]

A boa musica.. hj ate doi os ouvidos

[@williamj6974]

We look for love no time for tears wasted water is all it is and it don't make no flowers grow

[@feloherreromartin3764]

William Jones I love that part

[@anissa9304]

That part killed me

[@locadisa]

Genius.But who wrote that line? William Salter,Bill or Ralph MacDonald? My guess is that it was Bill.

[@tiffanyjohnson2688]

That part tho 🌷🌺💐

[@tomlehr861]

What a line......

[@Ryan-et5zi]

I can’t believe he died this year March 2020

[@birdt4502]

Rest in peace Bill and Grover

[@bigcheese2650]

@@ayrankolisi what the hell do you mean "chille no"? this amazing artist sadly past away this year and there's nothing to disagree with

[@micheas8491]

Omg fr? I just know it now

[@super3529]

@@ayrankolisi what..

[@har0oo]

he didn't die, he's just building castles in the sky for us

[@DavidfromBA]

Like most of you, I've known the studio version of this song for a long time, but I'm just now discovering this great live version. I love the Brazilian-style guitar playing accompanying Bill's singing. RIP Bill Withers.

[@rabbithare381]

Wow, that's what we classify as digital voice.. No studio, no sound effects, just him and his natural voice. No wonder he's a legend to date...

[@Xristiancontent]

Amazing voice

[@seancons]

It blows my.mind how far away he holds the mic. The power in his voice and it's still so perfect and pure. What a legend

[@josiejohnson7427]

his voice gives me the chills, such an amazing beautiful tone..

[@webblink1]

The skills and talent is superb. That voice is priceless

[@wojcikpawel89]

The vocal sounds great, it's hard to distinguish it from the studio version. Amazing

[@ugk8433]

음색, 음색, 사람들이 말하던게 이거네요.

[@iansnyder274]

What a voice...!

[@LeonVerhulst]

He’s like trumpet to my ears. Such an even, beautiful tone!

[@Noraaxu]

"We look for love, no time for tears, waste of water all it is, and it dont make no flowers grow" Def my favorite line, love this man and I love this song. RIP legend

[@obuford7584]

That's a good line but my favorite line in this song is the next verse: "Good things come to those who wait but not to those who wait too late, we got to go for all we know". Damn, I miss Bill. Great colaboration with Grover Washington Jr.

[@miglena2s]

❤

[@michaelbarkerjr7333]

Mine as well

[@mrwelldone9121]

Mine too

[@katiaribeiro9595]

Maravilhoso!!O cara só vai ali e canta,nada de dançarinos ou cenários extravagantes, apenas ele e o seu imenso talento.

[@luanhatyoutube]

I didn‘t know he died.. I‘m very sad right now. Rest in heaven, Bill. We will love you forever.

[@alinew9z]

Fantastic!

[@quickdeuce]

RIP Bill Withers,, 1938 to 2020 passed on Mar 30th. This song is timeless.

[@evaaloniu4081]

he passed 1999, 17 December*

[@evaaloniu4081]

and was born 12 December 1944

[@garfeldt_garfeldt]

@@evaaloniu4081 uh no

[@k.ylaaxx]

@@evaaloniu4081 no the person who made the song died on 1999. Bill withers died 2020

[@k.ylaaxx]

RIP Bill withers 🕊

[@Hiro-oo5pc]

本物は数少ない人達だけでも輝く。 fromJAPAN

[@halbronco7690]

The way the crowd just claps as soon as he starts singing is amazing. I bet it was insane to be there.

[@richardmartinez5938]

Praise God for making people who can use their talent.

[@markJohnson-ot7ny]

I stick to my guns when I say Bill Withers is the most underated artist of his era. Now that he passed on people are starting to really appreciate his work ! M

[@jawlibee3166]

If you are here in 2020 then you are a legend

[@ohyeah991]

Or just a Tik Tok user :)

[@jawlibee3166]

@@ohyeah991 fax

[@silm589]

Oh hello😂😂😂

[@braystone9145]

fuck you, TikTok sucks, you are using this man's song and death for likes on an unseen and unneeded comment on an abstract video on youtube.

[@ohyeah991]

@@braystone9145Your comment makes no sense. I don't have Tik Tok, but it doesn't even matter. You're just being mean for no reason. That's it

[@tswrench]

What a talent he was. In remembrance of his artistry, I hope his music will be in heavy rotation on the airwaves today; I know it will be in my home. RIP Bill, Godspeed.

[@frankzito1660]

Back when performers actually had talent

[@FrankyLecostaud]

👍👍👍

[@dejay727272]

He makes it look so effortless!

[@cal4681]

The second he opens his mouth it’s like a hot knife running through butter. I don’t know if that makes sense but it’s the image that is conjured in my head.

[@Skegeemade]

Absolutely, it seems so effortless to him.

[@Ron.S.]

If someone looks and behaves cool - that’s him. If it’s not enough then a great singer and songwriter. Great lad!

[@louisgreening1876]

he is special x

[@homeboiUH]

Bill Withers may be gone, and it's one of few times a celebrity passing has affected me but this one hit where it hurts. Bill Withers gave me so much love and comfort with his music and I will never forget this amazing human being. Thanks for everything Bill, you'll always have a place in my heart.

[@locadisa]

+homenoiUH Yes I cried too. I put on "Make a smile for me" and couldn't stop the water works because his songs were about love,hope and survival. We need that now and more than ever.

[@slide_drexler]

This, Children, is MUSIC.

[@justathought1888]

" We look for love, no time for tears, wasted water all it is, it don't make no flowers grow " So poetic, so beautiful .

[@oscarl.ramirez7355]

Thank you for the Upload of A Song which soothes my Soul.

[@Unknowsubcriber098]

One of a kind voice.

[@doctorstrange7695]

C'est une musique que je pourrais écouter 1 millions de fois par jour ❤️❤️❤️

[@VILJL]

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.

[@teampaul7191]

That man has talent I can’t believe he sounds just like the song without any auto tune or editing

[@klmiller333]

I’m from the town he lived in when he was born in West Virginia. What a great singer.

[@ishtapinks]

What a sensitive and wonderfully honest performer Bill Withers is.

[@carriebrooks4174]

Makes it look so easy. Simply amazing

[@statenhal]

Most brilliant voice, most beautiful song and most bad ass person in music history. God I love bill withers

[@lucyall1898]

Music coming from a sincere HEART. !!! Mr Withers your music make me happy and hopefully. What a Gift you share with us. Thank you!

[@d.l.c7456]

I still have the CD, RIP Mr Bill Withers.

[@theronedawson3236]

Gosh another era has come to an end. Well Bill thanks for giving us great music.

[@MrNathan791]

One of my favorite Bill Withers’ songs. From his first “Lean on me” to “Chicago “. Bill just kept those great songs and his live performances coming. You’re surely missed Mr. Withers. RIP

[@randolphneueli6479]

So musically down to earth and natural, a soulful backbone to boot. I'm so grateful I had this song in my late teens to be with me then and throughout my life. Thank you Ralph McDonald, Grover Washington Jnr and none other Than the soulful truth tones of Mr Bill Withers. Bless you forever 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾

[@nicholasmanson8615]

@Kazam K u sound like bullship

[@grastmast]

Legend. what a voice and his vocal flexibility

[@thenightfly3685]

Back when artists and songs moved us!!

[@ejicon3099]

His singing seemed effortless. What a beautiful performance.

[@mediamunchies]

So great I watched it twice

[@hashimemart5575]

Mi cabeza me explota rayos como me hubiera aver nacido por esas épocas

[@melisateker6615]

The lyrics are amazing,his voice is just everything and fits perfectly in the song.I have been singing this song for like a month now.I love this song way to much.

[@rouge9536]

I used to listen to rap and other shit but this type of music just makes me feel some type of way and I love it, I don’t even listen to rap no more I just be listening to what makes my ears feel good

[@danilomarcelino1508]

O começo ficou excelente ao estilo BOSSA NOVA adorei, ficou perfeito ( y )

[@camitx_music]

exactamente, também achei que ficou uma bossa bem suave

[@Whateversand20383]

This is the beauty of 70-80s music almost no autotune and just pure talent

[@TheJaiNetwork]

Such a good looking man.. RIP

[@scorpio11bw]

A beautiful song. Love the lyrics

[@keithhakanson6520]

A voice as smooth as silk.

[@deniskadanovas250]

@Kazam K you are pathetic

[@pepopepino]

Old songs are good because people are really talented and not just autotune at all.

[@wirmeth]

Rest in Peace, Bill Whiters.. I always remember this superb, simple performance.. you are missed already.

[@HarryM1tchell]

Sadly when young generation don’t listen real music 🎼

[@smokinmeats8247]

that's probably the most ignorant thing Ive heard in a while

[@Randomemestuffs]

im 12 i love listening to old fastioned classic song not those new gen boring songs

[@gtzenev]

RIP, Bill Withers. Thanks for the great songs. Love, light and peace to your soul.

[@Zb_Calisthenic]

He still sounds relaxed even when he needs to get loud. Unbelievable velvet voice of Bill Withers! R.i.P to one of the greatest!

[@mariaoviedo5881]

Heard this song for the first time the other day, and it made me cry. I'm hearing it again now, crying again. I'm 26. This is so strange!

[@GoDforSaken666]

it's not strange at all, it is a beautiful song.

[@Jameslopez5682]

Hello Maria how are you doing hope you’re having a great time with your family may God bless you and your family

[@طلالمختار-و5غ]

One of the best songs I've ever heard.

[@AlessioRomaMusic]

Rest In Paradise my brother 🌍❤️🎶🎶

[@so591]

I'm not a native English speaker and thought P for RIP only means peace but really love your good expression, thanks. It's really suitable for this great artist.

[@cruzinthruspace]

So effortless

[@curtismcdonald6461]

What an amazing collaboration of such talented musicians and of course the incomparable Bill Withers. I didn’t have the good fortune to purchase the LP version of this instrumentation. But I did buy the LP known as “WineLight“ by Grover Washington JR. (God rest his soul I surely miss Grover) I was in high school when I heard this track - I could not stop playing it! “just the 2 of us” remains one of my top 10 favorite songs. I heard a rare an intimate interview with Bill Withers on a podcast. Bill is a very humble and unpretentious singer. He’s not impressed with his voice or musicianship and yet Bill has an incredibly soulful, earthy, magnetic vocal tone! Fun fact: Bill has a daughter who is also a wonderful musical talent.

[@danielportillo9811]

replayed the video cause he knows damn well we gon stay and listen

[@martinholmberg1920]

Such a brilliant songwriter he was! RIP

[@fortimeless3299]

Hall Of Fames 🎩 And History Book ❤

[@peppuhroni]

he didn’t write this song, but he did ana amazing job singing it!

[@theshapeexists]

Bill was the man. The world needs him right now. I need him right now. Man, I'm just beat down right now. Music is all that's keeping me a float

[@anuarserik3449]

I see the crystal raindrops fall And the beauty of it all Is when the sun comes shining through To make those rainbows in my mind When I think of you sometime And I wanna spend some time with you Just the two of us We can make it if we try Just the two of us (Just the two of us) Just the two of us Building castles in the sky Just the two of us You and I We look for love, no time for tears Wasted water's all that is And it don't make no flowers grow Good things might come to those who wait Not for those who wait too late We gotta go for all we know Just the two of us We can make it if we try Just the two of us (Just the two of us) Just the two of us Building them castles in the sky Just the two of us You and I I hear the crystal raindrops fall On the window down the hall And it becomes the morning dew And darling when the morning comes And I see the morning sun I wanna be the one with you Just the two of us

[@ExitTwo888]

God gave him the talent for this beautiful song. No one could disagree. Thanks bro.

[@Rolandoserranovaleroio]

Sin auto tune sin nada, me encanta

[@arfishadventure4972]

I listening to this nice song in this horrible year. Everything will get better soon

[@moebetta6194]

This will never get old the sound is still kicking. Thank u BROTHERS for the best music 2021🥂

[@UKIZBIT]

All class!

[@alisonclare7918]

He is amazing. I would pay at least £20 to see him live. So good xxx

[@leo.stewart]

20 quid??? hahahahahahaha

[@countyrats9422]

amazing comment

[@Lostxanfound]

LMAO

[@maxgoldhirsch2043]

Dude this version is ENCHANTING