Ed Sheeran Performs “Ain’t No Sunshine” (2015)

Sheeran will be performing at Carnegie Hall’s tribute to the legendary Bill Withers on October 1. To get ready, he stopped by to perform “Ain’t No Sunshine” with Jon Batiste and Stay Human.
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This clip is from The Late Show with Stephen Colbert S1E17 which aired on September 30, 2015.

[@lizzy212jag]

Ed can sing anything, anytime, anywhere, and it's fantastic!!

[@sidthecookiethief3133]

Not really. No. Not anything. Not anytime. His range is not even remotely close to say Adam Levine. Still, I like Ed Sheeran a lot.

[@ishaanmishra7462]

@@sidthecookiethief3133 yeah, but I think what the commenter is trying to say is - just given Ed sheeran’s song writing and arrangement skills, he can cover almost any song (even those out of his technical or vocal range) beautifully.

[@umm8446]

@@sidthecookiethief3133 Range is irrelevant to the fact he could cover any song. I listened to Adam's version and its not even 10% as good as Ed's take on this IMO

[@martinmccabe4795]

​@@sidthecookiethief3133did you just compare Maroon 5 to Ed sheeran 😂😂😂

[@Menibor1]

So can my niece 🥴

[@lifeonmars99]

Can’t deny Ed is a huge talent. He’s worked really hard. Love his collaborations with different genres.

[@jilldove5793]

Absolutely beautiful!! He's so talented!!

[@elizabethrose5333]

Don't know why everyone in the comments is comparing this cover to other covers or even the original. Why don't you just enjoy listening and then go and enjoy listening to the other cover. Comparing makes unhappy.

[@a191015]

This is a tribute not a competition!

[@mimis6480]

literally!

[@Njambi_MariE]

Because peoples minds expect something as good or maybe even better than original.....and not to mention because its human nature to critique/judge....

[@jonathanriggs6599]

Bruh if they say BALD MAN then they are referencing someone that did a meme. Straight up a joke. Also I was going to say who but decided not to ruin the mystery. If you don’t know, you don’t know.

[@spongboobman5860]

Stop ruining our fun Asshole😂😂

[@lolitabridges1974]

Love Ed Sheeran. He's so understated when he talks about himself. He absolutely deserves all his success and he's genuinely talented.

[@sebastianmelmoth9100]

The haunting spareness of his backup players and their perfect timing are fantastic.

[@gh05t_mv]

Keyboard piccolo dude is goin OFFFFFF 🤌🏽 🔥

[@PhilCherry3]

This is a beautiful rendition of Bill Wither's classic! Another Ed Sheeran masterpiece!

[@pjh9873]

So many times a cover song sounds so distorted it "Ain't no fun." Ed kills this and honors Bill Withers with his version of this top 100 classic song. Thanks Ed !

[@dianacreamer9761]

I never get tired of watching this. So much talent all around.

[@GalzyBG]

Ain't no sunshine when she's gone It's not warm when she's away Ain't no sunshine when she's gone And she's always gone too long Anytime she goes away Wonder this time where she's gone Wonder if she's gone to stay Ain't no sunshine when she's gone And this house just ain't no home Anytime she goes away And 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, I know I know, I know, I know, I know, I know I know, I know, Hey, I oughtta leave young thing alone But ain't…

[@pepsiman2824]

Yes, those are the lyrics..

[@aairamadaan2615]

Why

[@charlottehobday9731]

Omg I never usually love a cover as much as the original singer's version but Ed Sheeran could literally sing the phone book and make it sound incredible !! He is honestly the most amazingly talented musician/artist of this generation and in my opinion the next great music legend who will be remembered and loved forever, I truly think that Bill Withers would have absolutely loved the way Ed sang his iconic song with so much care, feeling, emotion and respect, I personally love Ed Sheeran singing Ain't no sunshine equally as much as I love Bill Withers' classic version, Ed really did this iconic song justice and it was a beautiful tribute to a truly great musician, well done to Ed Sheeran just fantastic 🥰💝🎶

[@mfarmstrong9634]

Justin Nozuko does a spine tingling version

[@kennethmory1803]

Impressive. It always surprises me how well he does with the blues

[@antbeecatdog6998]

This kid is pure talent . He can do anything and own it. Fabulously done ❤️❤️❤️

[@arko8155]

I have listened to the John Mayer rendition as well, since I am an avid John Mayer fan, and I like both. Both have their own place. To those saying it doesn't fit him and that he has no feel for the blues, know this, music will always be open to interpretation, he did it in his way with the buttery vocals and it was pretty darn good.

[@middledog466]

plus so many people critiquing it harshly just have a gate keeping complex to make them feel like they understand what others simply can’t

[@casparillo987]

Beautiful performance. ..

[@SuperSavvyTravelersLLC]

I love love love how he complied his band. So simple and so cool!

[@ishthekanish124]

I don’t care what anyone says, this kid is special no way around it.

[@elizabeth9122]

Absolutely!

[@sabrinawashington2508]

Right. Lol. He is..

[@TheProsperity3]

Very special. No imitation. He is himself. I love it.

[@hippygypsy777]

Agreed

[@greggklawon1971]

20 years from now he’ll still be making wonderful music.

[@susiesimmons2796]

I think that ES did a great job with a timeless song. I really enjoyed that healthy bit of "soul" Ed added to the pulse of the song. Great job Mr.!

[@TheNoniest]

It is rare for me to genuinely like a cover. This one... I love!

[@will12q5]

Jeez relax it’s not a competition!! Just enjoy the damn music!!

[@pererik6731]

Except, he didn’t embarrass himself. He interpreted it is his way, as he has no where near the voice to even come close to Bill Withers sound.

[@tracypajari2764]

Right!

[@will12q5]

@@teun294 you’re sad

[@8ellybelly8]

Exactly. It's not the same as the original but it's still good to listen to. I think because Ed Sheeran generally appeals to a younger audience people forget he's genuinely talented.

[@elizabethlinsay9193]

Will 12q: so true. People tend to make comparisons between performers. Just relax and enjoy. Each artist puts their own spin on a song.

[@gustavandersson1014]

Rest in peace Bill Withers, a true legend ❤️🙏🏼

[@lovelyhawaiigal]

Love this song, always have. LOVE Ed, always have. And I am loving the melodica! So unique! What an awesome tribute!

[@AndyGalvan-of1wl]

Hi Lauralee💐💐

[@ted149]

Jon Batiste I believe.

[@chrisbanach7024]

RIP Bill Withers, a true legend has left us

[@Andy-Bodhi]

Sadly he is no longer Withers

[@SpecialgiftsLA]

@@Andy-Bodhi yes..

[@marybethechols1449]

@@Andy-Bodhi I got the joke, I caught that

[@melissalund6198]

Wow.....this really suits his voice. Smooth band and great vocals!

[@austinhampshire7282]

1:16 me when people tell me i mumble

[@pepsiman2824]

1:42 When I am just being my emo self

[@julietsalvidge4760]

One of my favourite songs ever. Ed Sheeran's voice is amazing. He does this song justice.

[@obhikthepencilsharpeners2482]

fantastic rendition!! The band was top class!

[@markmartin3221]

When your doing a Cover of a song you do it like this. You do your own version. Bravo Ed

[@pekozii7162]

BALD MAN is shutting this cover down... No one can stop him now..

[@iee8260]

#setheverman

[@horsecrazy2266]

i love how ed can cover pretty much anything and it sounds amazing

[@sharonchevalier922]

Pleasantly surprised that Ed covers this song. Love it & many covers of this classic song. It is said the greatest form of flattery is imitation, proving what a much loved song this is. RIP to Bill Withers.

[@AndyGalvan-of1wl]

Hi Sharon💐💐

[@jacobmusic92]

John mayers cover is my favourite. That soulful guitar gets me every time.

[@lastname6718]

The say that gingers ain't got no soul but this brotha prove me wrong.

[@KingOfLove555]

nah still no soul, how can u even find the soul in this version lol?

[@lornagillan5839]

From a ginger got plenty of soul

[@LednacekZ]

they have no soul so they steal it from the people around them

[@samumaharjan6388]

Listen to Matt Anderson cover

[@lornagillan5839]

Wow thats what you call soul I was captivated from the start Never heard of this wonderful talent before Thanks for enlightening me

[@eduardoempires.6539]

I'm a Brazilian fan of Ed Sheeran, every song he sings is too beautifu

[@Alexchav05]

Who cares

[@eroskjkkkkkk]

@@Alexchav05 você também é brasileiro cara, para de graça ksksksksksksks

[@angelaarrington6359]

He can sing!!!! Anything & everything!!!!

[@kellisilva402]

Loved it loved the musicians with him 🥰 I basically love any version of this song was just telling my co worker this was one of my favorite songs orig is of course my personal favorite 🤩

[@jeremyreid9582]

Agreed Kelli. Again it proves that if you have something really important to say …. keeping it simple is always works best !!

[@kevinwells4986]

I hope he will keep it up. Yes, he is special. I love listening to him sing.

[@mariadeambrosiozas8620]

Ain't No Sunshine Bill Withers Ain't no sunshine when she's gone It's not warm when she's away Ain't no sunshine when she's gone And she's always gone too long Anytime she goes away Wonder this time where she's gone Wonder if she's gone to stay Ain't no sunshine when she's gone And this house just ain't no home Anytime she goes away And 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, I know I know, I know, I know, I know, I know I know, I know, Hey, I oughtta leave young thing alone But ain't no sunshine when she's gone Ain't no sunshine when she's gone Only darkness every day Ain't no sunshine when she's gone And this house just ain't no home Anytime she goes away Anytime she goes away Anytime she goes away Anytime she goes away

[@sandycorasaniti9242]

Ed is so adorable! Sings this song so well!

[@sirenavg5467]

Beautifully done 💗

[@carolinejackman8095]

There aren’t many singers who can cover this amazingly. George Michael was one and Ed Sheeran is another ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@AndyGalvan-of1wl]

Hi Caroline💐💐

[@Azulakayes]

Michael Jackson's was amazing.

[@totoqen]

Ed Sheeran fans: This is the best cover The bald man: hi

[@SajagSaxena]

Got the reference!! Came here from there only 😅

[@ZyZy456]

Whole reason I ended up here

[@smurffynuwin5473]

Have you heard MJ’s version? If not you should!

[@mac-cg9to]

*Laughs in bald*

[@jeremyng3624]

HAHAHA

[@peggycarlton6899]

Love Ed's take on a beautiful song❣ A song is just a song...the singer makes it beautiful ❣ Awesome Ed❣❤🎶🥰 Thankyou, Ed❣

[@adrienne7639]

Oh yay Ed Sheeran, 👏 I like this version..he has a very distinctive voice and puts his heart ❤ and soul into the music x

[@BNaturalStudios]

Best cover of this song I have ever heard. Once I heard that baritone I was in!!!

[@kathytimmerman7812]

Ed Sheehan, you kicked this song into high gear with your awesome and sensuous voice, and the instrumentals were spectacular. Anyone who puts this version in second place has no ear for great music or singing voices in my opinion. Keep it up Ed, you’re amazing in my book!🎵♥️🎶

[@AndyGalvan-of1wl]

Hi Kathy💐💐

[@kathytimmerman7812]

@@AndyGalvan-of1wl hi

[@AndyGalvan-of1wl]

@@kathytimmerman7812 How are you doing today Kathy, my pleasure to meet you here today.

[@AndyGalvan-of1wl]

@@kathytimmerman7812 I’ve been listening to this song for years now & it sounds the same in 2033.

[@kathytimmerman7812]

@@AndyGalvan-of1wl So many people want to compare him to bill withers, but he’s not trying to be Bill Withers, he’s just singing the song his own way, and that’s what real artists do. Copying someone else’s version is fine also, but it takes a lot of talent to do it differently and make it your own, just like painting. It’s nice to meet you also.

[@markgreer1975]

He certainly nailed it Ed does a great job of this classic.

[@morganbrown8245]

Ed Sheeran is one on my list of most respected musicians of all time. Great job 🥳

[@rosealice8415]

How does ed think its acceptable to be so talented and beautiful😭😍❤

[@baileymae305]

He's really great. Love his voice and I appreciate the reupload👌

[@deboraharthur1272]

I always loved this with Bill Withers. You are doing an awesome job here Ed. love it Deb.

[@siphethonyama3572]

So no one's gonna appreciate the band too, I think they're good

[@In_a_mode]

They were so good! I'm trying to find out more about them. Who are they?? That's why I went to the comments.

[@TheVeek192]

You go ahead. Why wait for someone else to do it? DUMB.

[@siphethonyama3572]

@@TheVeek192 is everything alright at home? I hope you heal from whatever you're going through 🙏❤️

[@siphethonyama3572]

@@youtubeaccount1746 thank you we'll definitely check them out

[@ataahua6257]

I wondered how he would go, pleasantly surprised he nailed it!! and the supporting players were choice as

[@Katalyste]

I like the interesting instruments on that stage with him and how quietly they are played. very creative!

[@lisapuckett8182]

Love his singing voice he did a great job singing this song.

[@neldachancy122]

Love love to give ear a listen to the voice of You ED!

[@debbieshannon8480]

Love this version! I heard the sadness, heartbreaking and wanting her back. All the elements of what I've believe make it its best.

[@florad629]

Agreed

[@soniasabharwal3581]

Loved the version

[@kristinalowe8627]

Damn…this beautiful red haired man is gifted with SOUL! ❤️ What TALENT…LOVE Ed Sheeran’s music! ❤️❤️❤️

[@xyzbakedgoods]

so good, love your work Ed!

[@britturk123]

Credit to the legend that his music touched many an up and coming musician and singer. Stop comparing, this is not what this should be about, saying Bill Withers sings this better than Ed is like saying a fork is an eating utensil, obvious but of no use to a grown up semi intelligent conversation . R.I.P Bill Withers.

[@anpodlme]

This is beautiful.

[@judythompson5253]

if I wasnt a fan before, this would make me one. Each performer makes it their own. As he does.

[@middledog466]

my thoughts exactly! he’s killing it

[@natalienatalie3292]

Ed Sheeran's healing voice.. Who in 2022?

[@thecandyman2812]

RIP Bill Withers 😪💔

[@thenutts1]

BALD MAN is shutting this cover down... No one can stop him now..

[@wvob6752]

He made West Virginia so proud. One of the best singers to ever come from West Virginia and the people loved him.

[@truesaint5566]

Played the original at mums funeral & it still breaks my heart when i hear it :’( ❤️ U Mum xx

[@diegobagnis1587]

Ed Sheeran fans: "This is the best cover" Shawn James: "Hold my beer..."

[@suni9625]

Yyyooooooo! I had to go check and come back here😅 thank you💙

[@pattykabick6740]

Amazing vocals and just so amazing!

[@AndyGalvan-of1wl]

Hi Patty💐💐

[@ramonperez8]

I Still Remember The First Time I Heard This Song 🎵 😭 😩 🤧

[@dustinbest2146]

Only time i cried to this song Wow!😊Thank You Bill Withers for the song He would be proud of this version i think😊

[@Lex-ox8lz]

I love Ed Sheerans voice so much

[@katrinathompson9447]

Beautifully done Ed!

[@victoriavinson8401]

Bill Withers tribute concert? How did I miss it? Love this version.

[@markbrandon7756]

Excellent Performance !

[@carefulpilgrim]

what a great rendition!

[@lauragaich-uu6og]

@teddyistheonlyone : I am.watching Ed sing one of my favorite songs 🎵 from the 70 's called " Ain't No Sunshine " written by the legendary Bill Withers . This tribute to him was done with class...At Carnegie Hall and performed by Ed Sheeran & Jon Batiste & Stay Human .. Such a great job and it sounds so beautiful and I just love watching Ed during this song his voice is amazing .I couldn't take my eye off the screen during this performance ..Well done to all that made this possible . And this video is from Liam thank you so much for letting me is this .. wow fabulous song remake I enjoyed every minute .Always Yours Laura @ God Bless You Ed 💋 💋 😘 kisses for all your work .

[@audricsmnpnd]

1:56 okay, that melodica part is lit

[@deanalagest3396]

Love his voice an everything he sings

[@paulaw418]

An excellent cover! I like the original best, but this is VERY good!

[@AndyGalvan-of1wl]

Hi Paula💐💐

[@francisbrown5469]

With the event of listening to good music I close my eyes and its pure , No Black ,White or what ever .... Ed is genius .

[@marieherrington340]

Wow Ed Sheeran took this to a new level of greatness. Thanks so much.:))

[@AndyGalvan-of1wl]

Hi Marie💐💐

[@risumotus]

Okay mister Sheeran, you nailed it. You catched the vibe spot on as it should. Well done. Like you were part of the love generation.

[@alexisvasquez6188]

So much soul in the band love it

[@pattybruel]

Everything Ed Sheeran sings is beautiful, he has a velvet voice. Todo lo que canta Ed Sheeran es hermoso, tiene una voz aterciopelada.

[@antonioarriaga2079]

1:24 “speak up I can’t hear you”

[@alexisvasquez6188]

BEAUTIFUL

[@cherylphillips9101]

I usually don't like remix but I really like this one I think it sounds really good

[@jasontully2938]

@@LordeMarsh shawn james is the best I've heard

[@chazzman6486]

And what great, intuitive, accomplished, musicians accompanying…

[@alexmagney5326]

I'm not a fan of him but this is very good, emotional cover of a very hard song. He sounds really good here. I'd listen to him more if it was all like this

[@kollanderson9850]

you should listen to him more.... a lot of his music is like this.

[@effingright3045]

"A very hard song" lol

[@Seanysaurus]

Hard to perform.

[@teddyj.3198]

@@effingright3045 indeed it is… excuse me what is your implication here

[@emanueletiranti1394]

You should listen his version of Make It Rain if you like this style

[@ojasviniradhadevidasi]

amazing..beautiful!!! bravo

[@stankyst4nk39]

Melodica man is killin it

[@patriciakimbrell5688]

Beautiful- Love this song ♥️🎸♥️🎸♥️🎸♥️🎸♥️🎸♥️🎸♥️🎸♥️🎸♥️🎸

[@thetruthhurtsu]

ED actually did better than I thought he would. I thought he would be flat and bland from beginning to end but he actually lit it up at the end and those musicians playing sounded great too. Good job👍🏽

[@sallyhinson3003]

Well done Ed 👏 .you got that voice xx UK 🇬🇧 ❤ 😍

[@Artak091]

I don't like ed Sheeran but he does a great job here. Most people who cover this song just wanna belt it out but this version has that calm yet powerful tone Bill's had.

[@TheKlauscat]

Artak091 That’s because he can’t belt it out.

[@Bingogame544]

Ed Sheehan and Jon batiste is a combo I need more of

[@cozycapturing]

I'd say my personal favorite is the Michael Jackson version, but I loooove this sooo incredibly much!!! Fabulous job, Ed! ❤️

[@celiahyams36]

Same

[@Lindethiel]

Yeah, the MJ version has just the right mix of croony neediness whilst still being swampy. It's 👌

[@willielorenz2172]

Love his voice.❤ He could sing his grocery list and I would love it.

[@riri9087]

_12 year old Michael Jackson's cover still the Best cover for me , the amount of ✨SOUL✨ to his cover is over the top_

[@carolmay7]

You have taken it to another level Mr. Late Night TV.