Lean On Me (Bill Withers) | Playing For Change | Song Around The World

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We're proud to present this Song Around The World, "Lean On Me," for The Art of Saving a Life campaign! The support of our Playing For Change global family just goes to show the amazing impact art can have on people everywhere. Enjoy this video and join us in sharing all of the art created in this effort to improve children’s health around the world!
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Playing For Change (PFC) is a movement created to inspire and connect the world through music, born from the shared belief that music has the power to break down boundaries and overcome distances between people. The primary focus of PFC is to record and film musicians performing in their natural environments and combine their talents and cultural power in innovative videos called Songs Around The World. Creating these videos motivated PFC to form the Playing For Change Band-a tangible, traveling representation of its mission, featuring musicians met along their journey; and establish the Playing For Change Foundation-a separate 501(c)3 nonprofit organization dedicated to building music and art schools for children around the world. Through these efforts, Playing For Change aims to create hope and inspiration for the future of our planet.
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[@badpurvis1]

Whew, man. When a song too perfect for ‘cover’ performances, Playing For Change does it beautifully. When it seems there’s no hope for humanity, PFC proves there just might be some. This was exactly what my day needed. Thank you!

[@wiesiawojtkowska]

This is hope for humanity-“ For evil men will be done away with. But the meek will possess the earth, and they will find exquisite delight in the abundance of peace.” Psalm 37. What do you think about it?

[@TheFalconerNZ]

Well said

[@Iarya1957]

Another good one is he ain't heavy he's my brother the original not Donny and Marie or whoever else thought they could do it as well, they didn't it was ok this one is great

[@raktsk77]

😮ef(e h

[@catherinelang868]

Who can you lean on ? Bon courage.

[@fishinghuntingfool]

If only humanity could share the wealth,and save itself! 😢this is the garden of Eden ,if only we understood that ,It’s not a for profit planet

[@enanguko2237]

If only ….

[@russyoung7388]

I'm organizing a rally to raise awareness about suicide and opioid ods and this song is the theme.

[@mabel2687]

How's the organizing going?

[@russyoung7388]

@@mabel2687 sad to say it has been postponed indefinitely

[@stewartlone3445]

Any time you get to hear Grandpa and Clarence together, you feel like you are one step closer to heaven.

[@johnbazaar8440]

RIP Grandpa.

[@lukethurai3373]

Can we have a Grammy award for geniuses like this one can splice and mix vids and audios from all over the world and from different musicians and singers into a masterpiece like this.

[@donnasuelove416]

I'd bet they do have a technical award but how can they get nominated?

[@waynejames4526]

Grandpa Elliot still keeps me smiling every time I hear his singing

[@kirancox6123]

May he rest in peace

[@aaronz9410]

I had the honor of seeing him on the streets of NOLA years ago. Didn't realize the treasure I was seeing at the time.

[@Taranau]

May he rest in music...

[@janetcallanan7020]

RIP

[@bobbyc3895]

Let's all lean on each today, just a little extra, in memory of Bill. RIP Bill Withers (July 4, 1938 - March 30, 2020)

[@RockStarOscarStern634]

He will be missed

[@michelewalburn4376]

I miss him. Never met the man, but my soul feels that loss.

[@michi6136]

Sad

[@ManbunJ]

Rest easy old man. Inspiration to a younger generation after all your own trials and tribulations you encountered during your life. Respect and love

[@pacificcoastpiper3949]

He died the day after my birthday

[@ROT4RYfc3s]

RIP Grandpa Elliot! he's ALWAYS been my all-time favorite in PFC!

[@iamlannafierce]

Ahh sad to hear he's passed on

[@cynthiabecker5745]

This made me sad and happy! I came from parents who didn’t hug or comfort. So I didn’t trust or have any one to lean on! I change it! My 4 kids are loved, hugged and We danced in the rain and laugh and sing!😃🥰

[@emmaludlow9855]

💗

[@jalexrosh]

God bless you sister. I'm a parent of four myself. I too had troubled younger days.. feeling lonely and alone without a soul who cares. Music is what kept me going.. Now the six of us listen to this together, grow together ❤

[@andyleckie2036]

RIP Bill Withers. Thank you for your service across the world, you’ll be missed

[@heatherlarson7069]

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[@TheBatugan77]

BIG Bill Withers.

[@alicelovell3905]

RIP

[@natet5959]

Man, Grandpa Elliot has an amazing voice! This is my favorite cover of one of the best songs ever written.

[@iandoe8793]

I’ve watched him perform in New Orleans multiple times. Just returned from a trip there and it was my first time there since he died. Now I have a painting of him on my wall. At least I got to listen to him a few times before he died🎷

[@donnasuelove416]

How many ways in how many languages can one say fantastic, moving, beautiful!

[@alicegarcia6441]

These artists are providing chicken soup for our souls,and this love that they share never ends,it only gets better

[@charlesvane2774]

We ALL need to listen to this right now. For Bill Withers, and for us as a world!

[@Hifigor]

Rest in Peace. Ain't no Sunshine now you're gone...Love to everyone on earth, take care and be safe.

[@kaintudigit1599]

Move outta the shade. He still sings to me.

[@1510Ronald]

Diese Songs von "Playing for Change" müssen jeden auf dieser Erde erreichen, damit der Hass in Liebe verwandelt wird.

[@SwellGalMary]

The right song and the right artists for these tough times. Thank you

[@wiesiawojtkowska]

Hi! I have something for you! Troubles on the earth prove that God’s Kingdom will soon act. 2 Timothy 3:1-5. “For evil men will be done away with. But the meek will possess the earth, and they will find exquisite delight in the abundance of peace.” Psalm 37.

[@krisamara1111]

Man, these productions are so wonderful. They always lift my spirit, fill my heart, and give me hope and faith. Bless everyone involved, and all beings 🥰🙏🌻

[@silokeobounpheng7245]

I wish I could like this more than once.

[@gailremp8389]

Yep…so true..

[@catherinerheaume8522]

Jesus fed the five thousand by making them sit down in groups and share food. The miracle of abundance lives on. Sharing is the answer of Jesus.

[@iffracem]

Grandpa Elliot, what a legend, RIP and thank you

[@mikemetcalf1381]

Seeing the world through music makes my soul sing…please keep this going… This is such a beautiful way to see positivity and support positive Vibes throughout the world… love this

[@tiffanysullivan5454]

My mother is suffering from Multiple Myleoma, and the drugs aren't working anymore, we're transitioning to more hard-core therapy, and I'm really scared. We have a CT scheduled in January. I needed this.

[@monicalinville9579]

I just love this concept. watching these videos always brings tears to my eyes. It's such a simple concept. Music can bring the world together.

[@marta928]

I had the same reaction, Its so simple, just love one another!

[@PlayingForChange]

YES!! thank you so much for this comment. So happy you had such a great reaction to our message!

[@jackstraw7932]

Glad to know I'm not the only one that tears up when I watch these. Pure Beauty, almost too much to handle

[@soniaferreirinha1544]

Miles davis

[@bryanmontalvo4242]

:'D

[@Johndoe-gd4tb]

I just cried my eyes out to this. It's pure humanity and pure love. I fucking love each and everyone of you. We are all ONE and all are in this together.

[@TheLegofreak99]

Smiling ear to ear. Tears streaming down my cheeks. Full of gratitude. This is love.

[@evertspies3345]

Great to see South Africa contributing. How is it possible that musicians from all over the world can live and sing in harmony and in contrast two neighboring countries go to war. Where is the love?

[@jalexrosh]

I lost both my grandpas long time ago, I lost my father when I was 12.. Grandpa Elliot is filling that gap in my life through music.. His soulful voice gives me peace, love and soul when I need it the most.. God bless you Grandpa Elliot.. I wish I could give you a hug.. With lots of love from Kerala, India. Peace on Earth

[@maimericks80]

This song is important to what we are experiencing in the world today! We need to lean on each other , support when you can and just be one another’s keeper during these difficult times. Love always wins .

[@tanyahuntley245]

Mr Bill Withers continues to be a great inspiration for / to us all . 🕊🤟🏼

[@leslierudd8399]

The smiling children with hands praying was my favorite however loved it ALL

[@codzy3532]

childrens beautiful smiling faces with a great song too love it ☺❤🙏

[@mangoncalves8414]

Impossible not to be touched for this good vibrations!

[@ClayMosby]

The violinists at 2:03 give me tears and chills every time!

[@ClayMosby]

Las Rosas Angelinas. (Had to watch it again.)

[@tintphillips]

listening to this man is hoping that there is still hope for humanity

[@celio7708]

This is the perfect example of living in harmony 🌎✨💫💕🖤💖

[@lucreciawathen6538]

Love the singing and music from people from all over the world.

[@Chosen1Ras]

Brother Bill you will forever me in our hearts ♥️ 💛💚 Good Vibes people ☝🏽✌🏼👊🏽 One Love 🙏🏾

[@susanjohnson747]

This is TRUE LOVE💖🙏💖 I FOUND THIS IN MY TIME OF DIRE NEED. GOD BLESS YOU ALL. MAY WE LEARN. SEE. LIVE AND LOVE ANOTHER❣️

[@tkt424]

I'd rather listen to all of these song's then some of the ones that are out today. Let's everyone PLEASE get along !

[@kaintudigit1599]

Bigtime heck yeah!

[@dinesanmaniam2127]

Bow to all the musicians around the world. Bringing back live to the music. Awesome. 🎧🎶🎵🎼🌍

[@maureenjohnson5151]

Way to go!👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽

[@beliveausboys71]

watch the video and just let it sink in. people from all over our world are singing this song Lean on Me and none of them have ever played together . this is amazing

[@estarling8766]

Soon many more people will become aware of this unique and beautiful movement.

[@timwirtjes6759]

So sad that Grandpa Elliott has passed. He had a great influence on the genre.

[@samanth7777]

I did not miss the fact that Saritah is in perfect harmony with Grandpa Elliot. Great song! well done.

[@DesTinyLyon]

Thank you Playing For Change, peace for everyone.

[@marlenaforbes-reidy9876]

Love you Cat, play it again. Thank you Playing for Change you make my day every day. Blessings worldwide ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@user-uq1ry4yi6c]

Never knew Grandpa Eliot. Was a great singer. Always loved Bill Withers.

[@willmorrison1022]

I absolutely LOVE these playing for change tunes. First one I heard was "Stand By Me", and that was a LONG time ago, now. I remember thinking this was one of the coolest things ever done, and now years later, I'm convinced I was right. I think that the world would be a better place if more people knew about cooperation rather than fighting and "competition". We as a species are stronger when we cooperate, not when we duke it out. Listen to these recordings and tell me I'm wrong. It took people from all over the world to sound this cool and wonderful. We can do the same with other things, too.

[@daghostxxx1797]

Check out "All Along the WatchTower" !

[@larmar]

I know I am just an old man but Playing for change gives me hope1

[@richgodwin5892]

I know this might not fit these songs, but the lyrics to hallowed be thy name have always resonated with me, I would love to here these awesome do a version of this song. But thank u all for lifting my spirits n showing that this world still has a chance to be great!

[@jerihewitt5677]

Oh this is so so true and beyond blessed having wonderful friends

[@michaelpoupart1680]

each and everyone are diamonds in the ruff, as a musician, nothing brings people together like music does.

[@lysikinyon6533]

Grampa Elliott is like my favorite I love listening to playing for change!!

[@grantrmca]

I cannot remember the last time a song moved me to tears. Enormously proud to be a monthly member of the PFC a movement.

[@sarahjones2932]

Thank you Mr. Whisner.

[@deborahwatson5159]

Brilliant, Thank You in memory of Bill Withers, also relevant right now, with this Global Pandemic, Stay Safe and Well Everyone, All Over the World and Find Someone to 'Lean On'; God Bless, XXXX

[@merrickselwyn8750]

Amazing playing for change only the government would feel the vibe how much music can bring love to so many countries

[@yori4666]

I just opened this from am email link. The foundation needs our help. Many lives are brought great blessings by this foundation and at this time they need our help. They do wonderful things for people that need a little help. I am a continuous contributor and will forgo some selfish pleasures to help them out. I encourage anyone that can to follow. Bless the children and bless you all.

[@janetcallanan7020]

Love these the most because it shows how Playing For Change doesn't just give iterations of music but more importantly gives the gift of music to others

[@todydn]

6 years ago coming back on the algorythm today when its needed ....dont we all need somebody to lean on these days .... i woke a broken man today but i think i can make it now

[@Luxmuthafux]

You got this ✊✊🙏

[@mt02574]

May you rest in peace, the man who invited us once to lean on him when we're not strong

[@JeanetteFaith]

I wish America was still a country where you could still lean on people. People are more concerned about their sanitized bermuda lawns and gated neighborhoods than about helping a neighbor. How far America has fallen!!!!

[@wiesiawojtkowska]

“ For evil men will be done away with. But the meek will possess the earth, and they will find exquisite delight in the abundance of peace.” Psalm 37.

[@davie4053]

I have had the pleasure of personally knowing the drummer for much of my life, this really is a spectacular piece of music!

[@enia5135]

Let's make the world dance. Good evening my dear friends!

[@peterjones7935]

Discovered Playing for Change about 7pm yesterday, Its no nearly 1.30am and I cant get enough

[@bruceweigle7597]

Pure Joy:) I play Native American flute and have seen first hand how powerful the healing effects of music are. On those listening and those playing. Hy heart is never fuller than when I'm sharing the gift I've been given for playing flute.

[@lyndashurtleff3192]

Love this song especially with Grandpa Elliot singing

[@ssimon3665]

These folks add joy to my life every day!! (currently under lock down during corona virus)

[@deno4453]

Grandpa Elliot is my favorite, he's awesome.

[@hektoreinpad5993]

We all need someone to lean on, halleluja. for some it's a special friend, for some it's the Lord

[@joanneswartzberg8851]

Oh god. This is so perfect for right now.

[@wendyellini]

Not just through the ears but through the heart also

[@alles.gelogen.]

playing for change gives me hope every day that love will conquer everything. 🌏🌍🌎🌈❤️

[@aningsamot]

Love, love all of you. The noble cause of the foundation very profound.

[@juancrain4216]

Congratulations to Grandpa Elliott & all the other people singing with Grandpa Elliott . Beautiful Beautiful music . Actually my style of music I truly love !!!!!

[@kaintudigit1599]

We whose ears hear, while wisdom tells us how to survive, need this on a huge, continuous loop. My prayer.

[@yagsmoodley6654]

O my god a lost moment...did he pass.. o send him blessings for ever and ever across to the land of the free.

[@LJ-ge6vw]

Sorrow and joy... that beautiful place (sometimes placed to my knee's)where when you look up. And you know. We stand united and music and song gather the young and old to a place where love can erase hate's place because we know some souls can not be left grounded because hate has no permanent hold. May Love multiply on our journey home.

[@sheilabarron4526]

Thank God for Music it has no COLOR ✌💙

[@randhalljoss6762]

Grandpa Elliot,keep on singing bro bravo you're just woaww all of you guys...the blues never gona die

[@robertgreaves2585]

Why aren't these fantastic people and performers politicians. People can work together even when separated great distances. Fantastic and uplifting. Great respect to everyone involved.

[@debbiejackson9929]

Beautiful everyone coming together ♥ ♥ ♥

[@jjramwell456]

Such inspirational music making our confused world a little less confusing. I’ve become a real fan of ‘Playing For Change.’

[@Curtsyfication]

Awww Grandpa Elliott has the warmest voice

[@bobhemmings7034]

Colors of the world are united in song, so it should be, let us all be united with one another as human beings, God Bless all,

[@patgreen6902]

South African lady - what a voice !

[@RitaFerreiraMatosMD1953]

"APOIAR" é uma bela e visível forma de "AMAR"! Amei música!

[@Zul3rdC]

Beautiful, happy and real people with body and soul intact. From Malaysia with love

[@user-ox8ij7ps4o]

When ever I feel down I listen to PFC the songs real soul food and remind me how fortunate I am.

[@kanon3614]

しあわせな気分になりました。ありがとうございます😊🌏🌈❤️

[@marydonohoe8200]

We are the world, together. Thank you, Bill and Melinda, for supporting these great human beings all over the Earth in getting their music to each other, creating something blessed for all of us.

[@elieelis1234]

Help each other a little every day.

[@stevenfuller5333]

Whoever came up with this idea should receive a medal. Great stuff.

[@teresaniumata2742]

Thank you for sharing this. MAY GOD Bless you all.

[@MarkJordan-pf2gj]

Playing for change just simply puts me in a good place.

[@polinesia2011]

Sigo desde hace mucho tiempo desde que descubrí la diversidad de música en Playing for Change y la inclusión de músicos tan talentosos de países lejanos y los une algo tan bellísimo como la música y sus culturas , felicito quien haya auspiciado tan bonito objetivo ......

[@geraldglenn6217]

Incredible harmony with awesomely moving vocals by indigenous persons. Glad I found this site,

[@marianlincoln9008]

If I could ONLY have one song for the rest of my life to sing and listen to .. This would be IT! Thank YOU! IT says it ALL!

[@saranbhatia8809]

Coming together can mean so much!!