"Lean On Me" singer Bill Withers dies at 81

Soul legend Bill Withers, known for songs like “Lean On Me” and “Ain’t No Sunshine,” has died at the age of 81. The three-time Grammy Award winner’s family said he died of heart complications. The singer’s hit “Lean on Me” has been a source of comfort for many, with choirs and medical workers recording their own renditions of the song amid the coronavirus pandemic.
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[@the7legacy287]

AIN'T NO SUNSHINE WHEN YOU'RE GONE. R.I.P. MR. WITHERS.

[@cbkCD]

Amen

[@classic8859]

Amen

[@SkammLykelee]

By now you've been reunited with your Grandma's Hands. RIP Bill.

[@beebeetee2926]

He was a good looking man. I liked the positive message in his songs.

[@ATAHUALPA867]

Rest in peace. Sir.

[@alanworstell7930]

Rest easy sir. You made our lifes a bit easier. So thank you , and fly high

[@thomasmckenzie4584]

Thank you Bill Withers for all those times I was feeling down, and turned on "Lovely Day" to lift my spirits. One of the all-time greatest singers!!!!

[@pfdrtom]

Heavens house band just got a lot more soulful. RIP, Bill. This white boy Texan grew up on your music and message.

[@deborahbryant2395]

Bill Withers was a classic all by himself. And still handsome at the age he was when he passed. Rest in peace Mr. Withers. Lean on me , Lovely day, Ain't no sunshine and finally Use me up, all great classics. Thank you for the music and the fond memories that goes with each song. GOD bless his family.

[@MikeKelsoJr]

One of the best singer songwriters ever !! 👍👏🙏

[@puertecitos6888]

"Bill didnt know how many hearts he touched". Joe Walsh and me.

[@earrieedwards8196]

My Condolences and Prayers go out to his Family 🙏🙏🙏🙏

[@philliphagen6290]

JUST THE TWO OF US & AIN'T NO 🌞 RIP BILL WITHERS AMEN

[@rhomayyann4691]

No not Bill! I just found out. Man he will truly be missed. The lack of coverage on his death irritates me he was a legend in Soul and R&B man. Lovely Day, Lean On Me, Ain't No Sunshine, and my personal favorite Just the Two of Us were classics. I was hoping to meet that man one day.

[@wildswan66]

Bill Withers' music is one of the most wonderful things I have received in my life. Thank you Bill for making people happy with your superb voice and brilliant songs that have stood the test of time and will be with us forever.

[@jahloveredeemer4093]

Bill Withers was a genius , people like him come down from heaven to bring light to this world. Then they called to go and brighten up another world. I enjoyed your songs. They brought me comfort and many times when I was feeling tje blues.

[@jesseparris5280]

REST IN POWER BILL WITHERS! GONE BUT NOT FORGOTTEN! LEAN ON ME AND AIN'T NO SUNSHINE!

[@Nietzsche715]

RIP Mr. Withers. This is one of the most comforting songs. Thank You.

[@PreciousGems]

R.I.P Bill Withers

[@flashfm86]

First Kenny Rogers now Bill Withers 2 icons gone 😢

[@rik4369]

You should see the video of both He and Kenny Rogers. Kenny introduces him at a variety show. Both gone within a month. RIP

[@rik4369]

Papa are you serious? In terms of longevity, number of hits and work with other legends , I 'd say he was ahead of Bill. Not better, just he put more good product out. Kenny Roger and Bill were master storytellers. You can't be a music appreciator to make a statement like that. Bill Withers is one of my top (5) with ; Marvin Jeffery Osborne George Benson James Ingram But Kenny Roger was also one of the best at his style. Not that it should matter but I am Black and love music that has a message and moves my soul. I could list Kenny's long list of hits and like Bill many weren't even commercial success.

[@monawilliams286]

Whoa I didn’t know Kenny Rogers was gone too 😢

[@brandonbless9593]

Randy Krank where?

[@brandonbless9593]

Randy Krank nah they are in their “OWN LANE” BILL IS THE G.O.A.T

[@tashawilliams8093]

Loved the song "Lean on Me".

[@bobbymitchelljr.653]

RIP Mr Bill Withers. Your Music will Live On And Thank You For The Great Music That You Made❤💯. My Dearest And Deepest Condolences To Your Family, You Will Be Greatly Missed

[@edwinhingabay5437]

Rest in Peace Sir Bill Withers. And Thank you for the Music.

[@App.Simone22]

I was introduced to so many types of music by family members and friends over the years. I enjoyed hearing about stories about some of these songs and how many people told me about how these songs impacted their lives. Bill withers was one of my favorites and Bette midler as well. So of recently I have been listening to the classics because of the simple story telling or messages in the songs. Past and current songs have meaning and special connection powers. To me music is the universal language always been and will be that to me.

[@the_keeponbuilding]

Thank you Bill.. For the power you brought in this world

[@st.michaelthearchangel7774]

Thank God for this man's beautiful song, "Lean On Me." Say a prayer for his soul, ya'll. :) God bless him.

[@vanessaschaeffer6969]

I am crying because he’s gone be brought so much me so much joy

[@wouvensmoise5799]

I can't believe he died, he was one of the best singer. And one of my favorite song of from him is lean on me

[@grwilsonjr]

Proud of a fellow Raleigh County resident, great Stratton School graduate.

[@jimsullivan306]

HE WAS AWESOME

[@marshallposey2063]

Some amazing music. Thank you Mr Withers.

[@jesuspunzalan2631]

i love you bud!!! i really miss you. thank you 4 everything bud! specially to all the word of wishdom and advice! mizz you bill!!!

[@boraboris2008]

Thank you Mr. Withers for all mankind

[@theovonskeletor3709]

Dang I was just listening to bill last night :(

[@marchoffman6017]

He was born on July 4th in 1938 .he died on March 30th in 2020.

[@Mike-vr4lw]

Thank you 😊

[@ktrb90]

I am young and I love his music.He will be missed.

[@bat300-]

Rest in power bro

[@ronattamurray142]

Rip bill withers

[@mbass718]

So sad about his passing. I've loved his music since I was young and his music was some of the first songs I learned to play on Bass. His music truly moved the entire world. Rest easy Bill... you've earned it. So much love and gratitude for the happiness your music brought me. RIP to one of the greatest American songwriters/singers we've ever had!! 😓💔🙏✌️💙

[@julieannemichelle]

R. I. P. Bill. How sad.

[@rpierson4770]

😳😢😔. Rest In Peace Mr. Withers.

[@stevehughes1510]

His way with songs was just so individual and smooth...........we've lost a very good person, rest in peace Bill.

[@jonhaber6999]

He was a colossal writer of America's Soul album. His impact went beyond the genre and captured almost all listeners . This great soul, of humble roots, radiated joy, humility and gratitude . That he overcame his life's challenges --- especially a pronounced stutter -- became an inspiration to others ; a great American success story. His soothing voice and compelling lyrics will be richly remembered.

[@maryhough8041]

Make A Smile For Me :'( His music is just so soothing and can get you through rough stuff. Rest in peace

[@Lamont24012]

Rest in paradise

[@CosmicTitan]

Man I didn't know he passed away😟 rest in peace you gorgeous man 🙏💙

[@roclobster1211]

RIP my good sir.

[@bobbyjohnson9744]

RIP BILL WITHERS CLASSIC MUSIC 😊

[@rayanemaziri3784]

It's so fascinating how hes come so far in the music industry. I really liked guys first single, ain't no sunshine, and I loved lean on me. R.I.P withers. It was sad how he stopped preforming for 20 years. So much he could've achieved.

[@TheOne-ex8cs]

I like the song grandma hands my self 🤲 😏😩. Rest in peace 🙏😇 Bill Withers

[@JIntoThaDon]

Damn RIP Bill Withers I just felt like listening to your songs today and started crying out of no where

[@didisignerdieter9796]

saturday night in harlem..... man, you always have a place in my musical universe ...

[@moviewatcher1239]

Farewell Bill Withers I'll never forget how you sing the song Lean On Me one of my favorites

[@roymccree5128]

Thank you Bill Withers for your creative brilliance! May you rest in peace.

[@glew6966]

Rip, Bill Withers .thx for the great music my brother. Your songs are timeless. My condolences to your family. God bless.

[@jasmineebron7527]

RIP King

[@rockydennis4497]

Rest high in Heaven King!!!Just found out...still don't wanna believe he is gone!!!

[@manchester250]

Rest in peace Mr Withers

[@saltsugar9163]

A legend never dies.

[@alisa8foresthillsbrigades31]

RIP😢

[@paulx873]

what a great man

[@Lemons19902010]

God bless him!

[@laurenceborbon]

Rip mr will withers

[@manwithpurpose5181]

Rest In Power Sir - What a Legend!

[@virginietetetalks369]

RIP BILL 🙏✨🕊️✨

[@Comicmaker20]

We love you bill

[@vanv6892]

R. I. P, Bill withers God bless Your soul, my condolences to His family may God bless and Comfort them in this timing of his, going to home to be with the Lord, I love you Bill Withers.

[@kamron2016]

Rip

[@ronan1686]

Legend says that he's still holding that note from Lovely Day in Heaven

[@drewdc2912]

An iconic American artist RIP BILL

[@this1wisechic]

can barely here this

[@brandentheultramangofighter]

I remember our choir sang his song.

[@adammontana7208]

R.i.p Genio 🙏🏽

[@brandonbless9593]

Bill Withers had no chill!

[@nafieseabdul3690]

Bill Withers was in the Navy? Well that’s good to know! Thank you for your service, Mr. Withers😁😁😁😁 I did not know that he was in the Navy.

[@gloriajackson5827]

Thank you CBS THANK YOU BILL FOR GIVING US L O V E L Y D A Y 🌇 R.I.P. YOU WILL BE MISSED.

[@rockmusichistorylesson7401]

Absolutely the best !

[@MoKuZai]

just the two of us...

[@jrbandola8270]

Muchos gracias🇵🇷🇺🇾🇦🇷🇧🇴🇨🇷🇨🇱🇨🇴🇭🇳🇸🇻🇺🇾🇲🇽 obrigado🇧🇷 maraming salamat po🇵🇭 thank you🇺🇸 RIP Mr Witners

[@littleantukins4415]

Just the two of us, we can make it if we try, just the two of us

[@danield5280]

Legend :)

[@cathycollazo9322]

Hank you❤😘

[@EmantheHeartbreak]

a king

[@drex8997]

2020 everybody

[@reddrw1]

R .I.P

[@lildan419r2]

Sad day

[@urbancommute5239]

Why is the sound so low? Smh

[@1willywonker]

Brilliant

[@ronniepeterson6911]

Back to a time when music was on our trasistor radio before hd radio, he was imagination with his guitar from Lean on Me to his final song A Lovely Day, he was the best artist. The Man who wrote those songs was Bill Wither. He was the soul survivor. He didn't died in 2005 at aged 72 he still was on tour. His Friends and his Family are remembering him. He was born in Slab Fork, WV and he died yesterday in Los Angeles, CA from heart problem at the age of 8. Gayle King has our look back and also Monday on NPR News, Steve Inskeep whose now on Facebook and NPR live with Morning Editionon cameras four times in a row and CBS World News Roundup with Steve Kathan on Facebook live will have more of this remarkable career as NPR's Nada Ulaby profiles this three- time Grammy Award Winner.

[@goatfarmer2326]

Dam he could sing

[@lilianfuentes4481]

Hoy supe que falleció este grande de la música, se encontrará con otros grandes y maravillosos cantantes que descansan en el cielo. Que pena....

[@Orlando407100]

Thank God we're back in Hollywood where people treat each other - get the reference?

[@marchoffman6017]

Bill withers

[@thetechlibrarian]

May he see the crystal raindrops fall

[@majorpayne100]

RIP 🪦

[@thekarenqueen9607]

NO!!!! I DIDN'T KNOW HE JUST DIED A YEAR AGO :(

[@MingayGamay]

♥️♥️♥️

[@user-sc7qb4lv4o]

Another black man rip, Boseman.

[@MysticMoth1]

#ripbillwithers

[@djsizzlerwatson9740]

I went to see bill withers in 1987 so he didn’t play 25 years later

[@TheBigdan217]

From Corona!