Bill Withers - Ain’t No Sunshine | REACTION

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[@morganriney3988]

My grandma passed, my grandpa told me to put this song on. The moment he sang the first line, he started screaming balling crying. You never know the true hurt of a real man.

[@Mr05Chuck]

Hooked! Made me tear up just reading your post

[@carlhicksjr8401]

When my mom passed, we played 'Grandma's Hands' at her funeral... I feel ya.

[@bobmcsnark]

I don't know how I'll handle it if my SO dies before me when we're old. I'll probably die within a week if so.

[@joantrotter3005]

@@bobmcsnark, my maternal grandfather didn't make it 6 months. She was his world.

[@catherinemcdade9518]

Poor man, music is the quickest way to the heart.

[@brucegrossman3531]

When Bill Withers was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. Paul McCartney sought him out for a photo.

[@ezwriter5589]

Ringo Starr was inducted that same year (Paul was there to give the induction speech), and in an interview he gushed about being inducted with Bill Withers. He may not have been a mega superstar, but he was a musician's musician, a singer's singer, and a writer's writer. He was the real deal, and all his peers knew it and recognized it.

[@vagabondwastrel2361]

No shade on Withers but the Rock and Roll hall of fame has snubbed a lot of great singers and bands. While giving the nod to a lot of trash.

[@alansmollen]

A musicians man!

[@loosieclocker]

Stevie inducted him

[@Rebel-cd6gc]

@@vagabondwastrel2361 Your not wrong. Alot get left out. We end up getting other shitty bands in there

[@Laura-rm6us]

I’m so grateful to have grown up in the 70s, the soundtrack of my youth is amazing

[@normawinton6832]

Me too

[@TheDwarf1962]

Amen,we had the best and we had The Midnight Special!!!

[@robins5248]

so true ❤

[@anitacampbell7882]

Absolutely agree

[@stevenkmenge1674]

So happy we grew up 70's

[@evangeline3152]

He was a class act, Rest In Peace Bill Withers. Thanks Jamel.

[@truthstillmatters59]

Bill Withers voice was as smooth as silk. There aint no sunshine when he has gone away.

[@agirlfromcapella]

Bill Withers, rest in peace...his music is just so moving. His voice is gorgeous. This song just tears my heart out!

[@christinerobinson548]

Dag. I didn't know he was gone.

[@agirlfromcapella]

@@christinerobinson548 It's only been a few days ago since he passed. He was a great man with a beautiful soul and incredible talent.

[@Mariko0624]

With his song, "Lovely Day", he set the record for the longest sustained note on a chart hit on American charts, holding a high E for 18 seconds.

[@galpalsal]

Prided myself on nailing the "I know, I know......" part, every time!

[@samanthawylie893]

Exactly. Knowing the right amount I knows and the right way to sing them in tune! Then... bam, that finale.

[@gymeni]

I know that’s right, Sister! ☺️

[@anaityketihw]

Me to!!!!

[@KevinHilley]

26 times he did it! A tidbit I've known forever...

[@gotsnogroovecheryl]

Yep! Errrrtime! 💖

[@sweetpea1445]

I live in WV and Bill Withers is from Slab Fork, WV. He has been a state treasure, and this state has been very proud of him and his career. Amazing artist! My middle son got to meet him a few years ago when he was being honored at West Virginia University, he said he was a class act. Very sad news, RIP Mr. Withers.

[@jimfoley8014]

Slab Fork, Cabin Creek,... West V. has some cool cities.

[@ClifDickens]

The repeated "I know" part was filler because he'd planned to write another verse. Others suggested he not change it. Bill Withers: "I was this factory worker in here, just sort of puttering around. So when their general feeling was, ‘leave it like that,’ I left it like that."

[@conniefarmer3557]

I have always been a Bill Withers fan! We listen to an oldies radio station at my office. I hear my Bill. Who sings that I ask.. they know the songs. Not the artist. My coworkers always know if I ask it's Bill ...weathers. RIP MR BILL WITHERS

[@lonniekiser3612]

RIP Bill Withers , proud to say he From my home state WV. Soul out of a coal mining town . Lean on me brother, love it

[@yomogami4561]

yep slab fork. man had soul

[@jessiejones9196]

I didn’t know that! What town?

[@lonniekiser3612]

@@jessiejones9196 Yeah, yomogami is right slab fork ,Raleigh Co.

[@yomogami4561]

@@lonniekiser3612 i grew up in beckley

[@stevenkmenge1674]

If you ever heard his ❤ then you would know side b

[@tootalljones77]

"Killing Me Softly"--Roberta Flack

[@belindascott6916]

He'll love that!

[@kathrynallyn]

YAS - That nearly made me drive off the road.

[@kelvancro]

He can't not know that one

[@johncarpenter987]

Yes, great song; but, killing me softly should be there too.

[@janelledelaney4428]

And The First Time I Ever Saw Your Face.

[@scottstanton2118]

Love Bill Withers man, he’s from a little town here in my State of West Virginia. Thank you for giving him some love, Rest In Peace to one of the Greats!

[@Uthgardloki]

he grew up in beckley

[@b.rodclark7349]

Born in Slab Fork, West Virginia.

[@Uthgardloki]

@@b.rodclark7349 yup yup

[@diverdiva78]

Yes we are very proud to call him a fellow Mountaineer

[@Gashouse69]

This song has been covered by many, but nobody did it like Bill!

[@DreamsSketcher]

May I introduce you to the OUTSTANDING rendition by Matt Andersen-who blows audiences away around the world. Hang on to your hat.....and RIP Bill. kzbin.info/www/bejne/oH3WqpiVga-SgdU

[@Satrana100]

@@DreamsSketcher HERE HERE.

[@nathanharrison8901]

Zakk Wylde has one of the best. Amazing cover

[@herrbonk3635]

I discovered the song as a latin flavoured version with accordionist Sivuca from Brazil.

[@jcurtis5584]

I'd love to hear Stapleton take a shot at it.

[@jguitarz1]

Motown of the 60s early 70s was some of the greatest music then.Everyone should indulge into some Percy Sledge,Ottis Redding,Sam Cooke and Bill Withers.

[@IshiAndNomyJackson]

None of those are Motown artists

[@karleneblaser1261]

Correct. Most were taken advantage of by Atlantic and Columbia Records

[@IshiAndNomyJackson]

@@karleneblaser1261 Sad but true

[@jguitarz1]

@@IshiAndNomyJackson Yeah, just have always referred to that type of music as Motown.

[@susanparnell8732]

The depth of emotion heartfelt agony his feeling when his womens gone, its raw. Not huge lyrical content in this song but enough to put a knot in your stomach.

[@nicom6286]

bill withers made music for the soul, the emotion he put into his music is indescribable, rest easy bill you will be greatly missed.

[@kevinlane7555]

I'm old enough to remember when this song was current and on the radio all the time....lots of memories there!.....RIP Bill.....

[@nettyred1028]

Everyone loves this song. Because yes, it's raw. RIP Bill, a great loss.

[@artisanstone3518]

Bill is one of my favorites... He was over 40 when he Became a recording artist... awesome story, look into it!

[@JuanShanzerelli]

RIP Bill Withers, "Use me" is a great funky song by him if you fancy trying that one as well.

[@agentrobtaylor]

Bill was most certainly an awesome soul...his music is unparalleled. Many don't know he was a Navy man during Vietnam. I believe it was also there he came up with blessed lyrics. RIP Bill

[@pjj9491]

Bill Withers Sunshine been my ringtone for awhile...love him rip

[@onusgumboot5565]

I love this so much more than the studio version. Just a band playing, no string section tacked on. Raw. Love it

[@victoriabaker4400]

Plus there was a tear on his cheek.

[@ronjm945]

I came up listening to Bill Withers in the days when AM radio played all genres of music and you didn’t know what they were called. You just knew that it was great music 🎶. R.I.P. Bill Withers...

[@lisaannbarriner9633]

Ron JM , Amen. We didn’t have a clue about “genre”, just loved the music.

[@DoppelgangerShockwave]

Bill Withers passed away on March 31st at the age of 81, but his family didn't let anyone know until after the funeral. And yes, please do more. My personal favorite is, 'Who Is He (And What Is He To You)?'

[@wyldeyouth]

What? I just watched a documentary about him, and he looked fine in the interviews. But it didn't say he was gone.. Perhaps I missed that part.. Edit: oh so they didn't tell anyone, ok. Rest in peace Bill

[@deedranicolehooks]

This is one of my all time favorite songs. Its such a MOOD.

[@ToddDolce]

OK (white guy here) ...so I grew up hearing this guy's music since my dad was a musician and I remember him telling me that there is quality music and you will know it when you hear it. Quality is color blind. It's either quality or it's not. I remember playing his Bill Wither's album one day on his stereo and I said, "This guy is so good!" and he just winked at me and said, "Now you are getting the picture!" As an added bonus, Bill Withers was a class act as a person too. This music is just pure perfection!

[@davidtester3239]

Don’t forget “Lean on Me”, a great song for our time.

[@wilfbentley6738]

I agree, TOTALLY!

[@coolcpa3321]

Aint No Sunshine and Lean on Me. God he was a talented soul. The ability to hold a note was mind boggling. Makes me light-headed just listening to him. May he rest peacefully in music heaven.

[@honeysucklemoon6251]

Bill Withers had so much soul. Every one of his songs is amazing!!

[@777petew]

Do you know what I like about this performance? Everything. Bill's voice, emotion, the utterly professional guitar players and the lovely friendly and laid-back smile of the drummer. Class.

[@pmrich7035]

Those songs you hear, and you just start singing... Every song by Bill Withers. He sang so smooth

[@Herkyismyhomeboy]

You need to rock out Bill’s song “Use Me” , if you haven’t just trust me.

[@sylviafarese8837]

Yes!

[@allisonyoung4007]

If it feels this good getting used.....use me UP!😅👊👍

[@kitoyobeni1]

Always reminds me of the "premature" scene in She's Out Of My League", lol...

[@green917]

One of the best songs ever written

[@slotho122]

Grandma’s Hands are is my Mom’s favorite from Bill.

[@VerchielxKanda]

He sings with such SOUL. I miss him. =(

[@1teela]

I am 56, and grew up my whole life with this man's music. I wish I could share with what it was like to hear these songs as a young child when they were being played on the radio. Grandma's Hands., Use Me. The man was roots, and never left them. A man who could not be bought;. Peace

[@gunnerysgthartman9263]

The drummer in this video always cracks me up! Ain't nobody loving life more than that dude!

[@TheRequiemOfficialReal]

The man is a legend. "Lovely Day" is a dope jam.

[@ninabooker2904]

His voice is pure, no frills and studio manipulation. Just so full of soul and emotion. Gives me chills. Wow.

[@lamech006]

SOUL FOLK MUSIC. An Original. No one like him. Will Never Be Replaced. RIP.

[@tigerback62]

RIP Mr. Withers! This is my favorite video of this song!

[@chriscollesano8463]

The lyrics in this song couldn’t be anymore truer.

[@jeffvomero1242]

Pure talent. No autotune. So much sole.

[@georgiabailey184]

Bill Withers was so good. I loved his music.

[@nadinemarie3811]

More Bill Withers please. This is my favorite song by him. Do Lean on Me next please.

[@bcleone]

I loved the use of this song in the movie "Notting Hill" I'd love to see reaction on "Grandma's Hands" It's my favorite. I loved all his work.

[@mountainbikemayhem1833]

Definitely Grandma's Hands, my absolute favorite from Bill

[@bcleone]

Thank you sir. Enjoy your program. You're the same age as my oldest son. We introduce music to each other all the time. I introduced him to Johnny Cash, Dirty Vegas and Marty Robbins, and he introduced me to the White Stripes! He's even told me about songs from Led Zeppelin I didn't know (you did too!) Thank you. Bc

[@judyjones1044]

Grandma's Hands is my favorite also

[@bathory313]

I love, love, love, love this song. Bill Withers had an amazing voice. Jamel, I love your channel so much. Thank you for taking me back to my formative years.

[@loveit7484]

Always thought Bill Withers never got his dues! Amazing song, singer. This is a classic!

[@Guy_de_Loimbard]

A sadly appropriate time for this song. Then there's the counterbalance tune, "Lovely Day."

[@descendantoffools9767]

Plus it has that part at the end where he holds a note 18 seconds! RIP

[@dmelvinable]

One of the most long-winded singers ever.

[@cherrymcgregor535]

DescendantofFools I think you’re thinking of lovely day .... the breath bit on her is the I know I know ....

[@descendantoffools9767]

@@cherrymcgregor535 Yes, DroverChicago mentioned Lovely Day, that's why I mentioned to end of that song where he holds the note.

[@cherrymcgregor535]

DescendantofFools apologies I misunderstood.i used to try and sing that note ,I got very lightheaded!

[@duchesstw]

"Can I experience this with this man?" Exactly the right reaction all have when they hear Mr. Withers. He was absolutely amazing. Much missed. Thank you for your music #RIP Bill Withers.

[@waynehauser3611]

What a song and what an artist Bill Withers is ! Raw, passion, and real ! Love your work brother ! Peace n love from down under 😎

[@carlajolly2480]

Bill Withers. One of my favorite artists from the early 70s. Amazing.

[@mondecello]

I was a little girl when this song came out.... reminds me of good times.

[@StanleyRodgers]

OUt of all of the live clips of this song, this is my favorite. This lineup just drive the mood of this song home. It seemed that he was never ashamed to admit vulnerability as a man. He is sad and lonely and that is okay. Oh and that drummer is MONEY!

[@burningstar1793]

"I know" That is my actual favorite lyrics from any song ever

[@beoz658]

I grew up with these songs and Bill Withers is one of the greats great voice his songs are timeless I have watched this concert a few times

[@joemcgraw5529]

Man we lost a good musician and songwriter ,I have recently played along with alot of his songs and he was awesome basic chords but placed very stategically got to love his music !!!

[@diannabennett1769]

Just the two of us w/Grover Washington Jr. Sure you've heard that one too. He had such a wonderful voice

[@rhondaharmon724]

I was in high school in 1972 and always loved Bill Withers who grew up in a West Virginia coal mining camp. He was raised by his grandmother and he sings a song grandma’s hands which is fabulous.

[@juanaboynkin1196]

Blessings to all that knew and loved the great Bill Withers. Rest in peace, sir.

[@grendelz]

Brother Bill had some classics. Use Me is my fav.

[@lissaracine4567]

I agree 100% with Michael Murillo's suggestion "Use Me"; it's one of my favorites since I was a kid. R.I.P. Mr. Withers ... Your music & your legacy will live on ... 😔

[@Escotch77]

You should see the documentary on him "Still Bill" it is amazing. He talked a lot about why he wasn't touring, recording. He just didn't feel it but he wanted to badly. He just didn't want to do something that his heart was not into. He wanted to tour and make new music but just couldn't bring himself to do it. It broke my heart. He's my favorite singer of all time.

[@theothercrowd4746]

I could watch this video every single day and never grow tired of it. I remember when it was first released back in 71. Sounds even better to me now.

[@colleenmahony8803]

I'ma just go ahead and hit "like" before I even watch this one. 💔

[@jimmayors2315]

"Hey, I ought to leave that young thing alone...." Reoccuring theme in many a classic soul and blues songs!

[@donalddeorio2237]

Raw emotion and pure talent. No gimmicks or nonsense. Amazing stuff

[@joelliebler5690]

One of his soulful best.This song just takes you to another spiritual world!

[@aerynsunx]

Bill Withers is important to me because he was one of my Dad's most favorite singers. I was introduced to his music in the family living room where Dad used to play his records. After Dad passed away, Bill Withers music brought him back to me. Now they're both gone. But I'm not sad. The music keeps them both alive in my life.

[@Seekingsmiles21]

AerynSunX It’s wonderful how songs/artists can connect us with our loved ones passed on.

[@donaldleider7382]

I’m still trying to figure out how he breathes during the I know lyrics, unbelievable!!!

[@barbarahostler9536]

I absolutely loved bill love this song I’m 66 and still remember every word to this song and others rip dear bill.

[@becksullivan4796]

Simply sung. Simply played. Simply beautiful.

[@rokkkrinn2793]

Great to see you getting here. Bill was fantastic. Genesis - Tonight, Tonight, Tonight

[@patrickjudd7001]

"Use me" has a groove....

[@patrickjudd7001]

Thanks from Iowa!!!!

[@MaryMartinez-xt5eb]

My favorite song. This is a perfect song. Short and to the point. It does what it needs to do. It is absolutely gorgeous.

[@donnabellido1378]

The soundtrack of my high school years “15 times he knows” so much real pure living soul! Rest In Peace his soul went straight up.

[@mrs.kitsch8127]

I love "Who Is He and What is He to You"

[@TheLastBoomerLeft]

Damn!! Every man on this earth can relate to those lyrics.

[@angelataylor4540]

1972 year I was born, my parents played this and we all love Bill Withers today

[@denatokaya315]

I love this man’s music, may he Rest In Peace! I loved hearing his songs since I was very young. Great reaction, Jamel. I am waiting for more.

[@MK384]

When i grow up I wanna be just like the drummer in this video.

[@MsPrincesspaulina]

I think this sums up the feelings of the world right now. Love that shirt, Jamel.

[@Delanemoser]

We all need a shirt like that!

[@lauragardner7210]

there is nothing more pure than a person with a guitar or a piano!!!

[@bellariaakros7504]

That right there is one of my all time favorite songs. That voice...heaven

[@MM-bn9dm]

You’re not alone, I often know the songs, but not the artist’s name. “Lean On Me” has a very special place in my heart. My dad was a Lutheran minister in the 70’s. Our congregation sang it a lot. It was, and still is, a hymn to me.

[@the_comedycritic6066]

When I was a kid and this came on the radio I would try and count the “I know”s

[@msMissy699]

Hey I know we all did...im still counting them

[@leonardmilne8634]

i know!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@tjl4522]

23? 27?

[@maryroberts9233]

Try Rufus with Chaka Khan...Tell Me Something Good....Sweet Thing

[@kateringo3111]

One of the very best songs of all time. I never get tired of it.

[@NicolePoliskey]

Definition of smooth harmony. That voice is like butter xx

[@kaustik185]

ALso, "What am I gonna do with you" aaand Grover Washington Jr.s "Just the two of us" with Bill on Vocal! Great stuff!

[@deborahcornell171]

Jamel, please do "Grandma's Hands", one of his most heartfelt & beloved songs.💙

[@juanaboynkin1196]

I still cry to that song. Deep and from the heart.

[@rhondaroddy8347]

Love that song too!

[@reverendsquirrel]

This is one of my favorite Bill Withers songs. I love that man. That vox gets into my soul.

[@susanmcgovern6257]

What a voice Bill Withers had! Beautiful.

[@tais1355]

the “I know I know” part was originally a mistake of some kind on Withers part, he didn’t like it but the other folks in the recording studio insisted he keep it.

[@Punnybone55]

1972 Was a GREAT Year for music! Nilssons "Without You", Main Ingredients "Everybody Plays The Fool", etc.

[@sandyshoenberger2697]

1972 and 1973 are my favorites

[@dlpowers3898]

just love this song....great sound and artist...RIP Bill Withers

[@margiegreen7886]

Singer Songwriter Producer Mr Bill Withers Beautiful RIP sir

[@victorsixtythree]

"Grandma's Hands" - but you might need tissues...

[@judyjones1044]

My favorite Bill Withers song. Love his music. RIP

[@vivianjones9749]

Definitely need the tissues for “Grandma’s Hands”. Mad respect and Rest in Power Mr. Withers!

[@rollomaughfling380]

/\ This, Jamel.

[@TheCrawling_Eye]

What up Victor!

[@victorsixtythree]

Kimberly Scheper Haha! Hello Kimberly!

[@undercovergardener5632]

I just looked up all his hits and im ashamed that I didnt really know who he was even through i knew all his song's

[@charlescoleman3168]

Bill Withers was a immensely talented songwriter and storyteller, who was blessed with a incredibly magnificent voice that enabled him to have you see what was in his (💓) heart and soul along with his thoughts and emotions, nevermore so than two heartfelt songs called "Let Me In Your Life" plus " Hope She'll Be Happier" *

[@kurtadams3021]

The LEGENDARY Iconic Mr Bill Withers