Shawn James - Ain't No Sunshine (Bill Withers Cover)

[@starlingdavidhunter3]

I'm old enough to remember when the original version of this song was released. This rendition by Mr. James is soulful and simply terrific. I'm sure Mr. Withers would agree!

[@comfortablynumb7265]

Amen to that!! 😉 Ha!

[@falkaderivie]

Yes I agree

[@BFxyangl36]

Perfectly put💞

[@Digithaiz]

100% agree

[@momthrone]

i miss (as a singer) hearing the "I know, I know, I know,...." that's a great syncopated part of the song! It's late, I'm tired, I will listen again, maybe I missed it. However, I love this rendition thank you!

[@chantgoose]

I'm always impressed by some peoples' ability to make relatively small changes and hugely impact something. This take on the song is so good.

[@shannahreynoldsbiggs1903]

Amen

[@ErinEaton-fx9hq]

Im a Mississippi landscaper and have been for most of my life since I dropped out of high school to help my mom and dad to pay the bills this is what the country needs

[@christuffus956]

Not even lying all it took was the words " ain't no sunshine when she's gone" and I'm subbed. What an amazing voice

[@Fuzzy.B.Lumpkins]

Same here man

[@amandineenquete6934]

same here!

[@andrewsteer2603]

Haha same man, you know the good shit when you hear it.

[@sallymatlock2954]

I agree, Chris...he's got that necessary soul voice!

[@jmartinez9912]

I hope everyone knows that is a cover rt? He does slay it, but it's almost exact replica just with his personal twist!! Regardless I'm sold on this guy's talent!!

[@ToAsTedTunes]

I old blues player from baton rouge told me a long time ago that you can't play blues if you've never lived it. Brother I feel you. Great job.

[@davidmoore5945]

Lived it by the river and muddy water baptized in the blood of God. Raised up right. This is my dirt.

[@Holmes_05]

@@davidmoore5945 That's the most blues shit I've ever heard and in the best way possible

[@teresathomas7772]

This artist can make the dead and buried beg for life… that second chance rising. Amen my brother

[@nicholasarmstrong2448]

If you have not seen Shawn live.... you are missing out big time. This man has the largest in person voice I've ever heard and is my wife's favorite, double win!

[@AsdFig528]

JJ from Kaleo has a more powerful voice.😌 Shawn is my second.

[@Ksaroko]

after 45 seconds into the song i found this comment and at this moment it happnd to me too XD

[@bmjw18]

I’ve had the pleasure of seeing him busk back at my university and meet him on a few occasions. Never forgot my name, always welcoming. Great man and great gift.

[@kevinclark6438]

Damn... I'm not typically a fan of covers, but this one nails the feeling. Very well done.

[@bonniepwtf]

Same here, there's no denying the talent & feels on this one.

[@williamjolka4351]

What a damned cover . Going straight to the deepest of flesh.

[@williamunangst2408]

@@williamjolka4351❤

[@vanestn]

I've met this song 5 years ago. I keep coming back pretty much every week since then.

[@Physio1980]

Same here. I listen to the song at least once a week, and it's one of my absolute favorites 👍🏼

[@rebeccagrantham113]

When his voice gets all gravelly and he sings "Oughtta leave the young thing alone, but ain't no sunshine when she's gone"...i got chills, i FELT that. Love this cover so much 😍

[@tylerappleton4268]

Same

[@ericapolinar7522]

Rebecca Grantham growls. And indeed

[@BrandonDickenson35]

Gravel ly. There's a good adjective for the blues!

[@scarlettletterman9271]

Exactly goosebumps head to toe

[@GodSmit]

Hopefully people can make it a trend to put time stamps of what they’re talking about. lol.

[@sarahphillips3492]

I'm speechless...covered in goosebumps! Bluesy and hauntingly powerful! His voice will forever follow me!

[@stephancleyne2135]

If the artist makes the song his own there is nothing wrong with a cover. But if they trying to do it the same as the original artist it usually just lacks cus the original is so imbedded in our soul .

[@nbkmg3m]

After 5 years, this is still the best Bill Withers cover of this song that's out there. Amazing work.

[@sport1234]

Кто написал эту песню? И кто её первый исполнил? Мне больше всего нравится Майкл джексон.

[@gelo1238]

@@sport1234 Are you serious you fucking idiot?

[@daringlavan3615]

Tone and vibrato on spot, perfect grit/clarity ratio. Seriously the most comforting voice I think I've ever heard.

[@SkyBlock115]

As a father of 2 amazing son’s one is 22 and is currently serving in the U.S army the other is 5 years old. I pray things change and give them the opportunity to achieve what we call the American dream. Things have changed so much. The cost of housing, living, healthcare the list goes on and on. Seems the system wants everyone to live pay check to paycheck and never get ahead to achieve there own slice of the American dream. I pray we all wake up and things change and give our children a rewarding future for there time and sacrifice. This song speaks volumes on what is going on today. Thank you for your amazing song that is touching the many souls hearing it in this world 🌎. Be safe and never forget how we all got here.

[@sandville2396]

Barely ever felt so much when listening to a song. What a find. My day is complete now. Thank you. 🙏🏼

[@gearhead8989]

You should listen to his song Flow. 🤌

[@jensonscoular7729]

His voice is even more beautiful live! And such a good bloke!

[@ZyklonNihilist]

His Gaslight session version is so much better! Check it out

[@donnasirchio1004]

My sister just turned me on to this guy tonight. For about 25 years now, I've been saying no one ever did this song justice, besides Bill Withers. This made me literally projectile cry. Amazing. Love this.😍😍😍

[@stevenparker8150]

Man!!!... the way this man sung this song did something to my soul....thank you I needed that

[@jaydthomas6127]

If I ever get married, this cover will be my wedding song. Absolutely beautiful.

[@gabrielalcala6289]

Strong believer in rap and hip hop but Shawn James turned me on to another world. I feel you in my soul

[@brandosandman]

Don’t limit yourself man! Every tune is worth a listen. Never know what you’ll find when you dig real deep!

[@nathanwaltrip7220]

There two types of people in the world: those who love this song, and those who've never heard of it.

[@cipherthedisaster]

-this applies to any of this man's songs, really. Such a shame he's not that known, you either like it or love it, no other option.

[@comfortablynumb7265]

Lol. RIGHT!? Ha! Love that! 😉😁👍👏 No DOUBT!

[@ericparrish1515]

@@comfortablynumb7265 reminds me of Jakal Sun Shining Down on me.

[@moeknows5418]

IKIKIKIKIKIKIKIKIKIKIKIKIKIKIKIKIKIKIKIKIKIKIKIKIKIKIKR?!?

[@mindymorgan8479]

No guys this specific song. And I agree.

[@Ol_Durty_Badger]

I’ve heard this song in so many forms. The original classic, the driving and slightly dark sounding “Me First and the Gimme Gimme’s” version. This one however is dark, powerful and dripping with soul. Shawn can take a song about sorrow and make you feel the loss and pain of the writer. It’s Outstanding!

[@dannybusby2630]

You're rendition of this song is the best I have ever heard, keep doing what you are doing. The soulfulness in your voice tells me that this song means much more to you.

[@stasotiro1884]

Give this man Publicity!! These Voices should be known to the world!!!!!

[@G00dwILLHuNt1n9]

One of the best covers of this classic Ive heard and Ive heard many. The beauty of this song is that theres not one single identical intepretation out there. Something about the song itself. Absolutely great interpretation.

[@ShawnJamesSoul]

Checkout music & merch here: shawnjames.indiemerch.com/

[@CristianStatescuREKT]

Hell yeah. Man I can't wait 'till you come to New York.

[@canuckeh782]

i just stumbled upon your music . Im speechless

[@michaelshade5299]

Shawn James , Brother, I'm a Gear Jammer, and you help the dotted line roll by so quick. Awesome playing and vocals.

[@laurengrace9297]

Love you man keep if flowing

[@danmadine]

Shawn James I absolutely love this! You’re awesome my friend 👌🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@shehzadiamal5709]

Every song straight to my soul. Forever and always a fan Shawn. Your talent is a blessing to us all. 🖤🤲🏽

[@FantasyAcrossTheCosmos]

Trust me. I heard 10 thousands of songs and I listen 95 percent of genres. You sang this with soul and passion. I like your version much more than original. I like it so much but it also makes me sad,but inspires me to do good things when Im in that kind of vibe. Ty for giving this song that extra something that makes it special. God bless

[@HappyMayCope]

I just found this June 2024.. And he killed this..Holy shit..How did i just find this man..Kiled It

[@HappyMayCope]

I did like him at first.. But the more I observe him and look, I see a made-up illuminati puppet for the masses, and that's why he is being promoted on this scale.. People wake up. You are being manipulated and distracted while everything, including free thought, is being stolen from the masses. This equals the Roman Colaseums.. Music Sports Etc is to entertain, and that is defined as to distract in order to detain..

[@NickVS707]

Shawn has some serious pipes. Gives me goosebumps. Hes got that SOUL

[@josephkyle2058]

Oh yeah! Bill would be darn proud of that cover!

[@nomadicsoldier7873]

For me this song describes how it feels when my daughter is gone for months at a time. No word if she is okay until she shows up again. She is manic and bipolar, so it is difficult at best to lock the door each night. This song is my expression of this feeling. Your cover of this song is amazing. Your voice, your passion , the instruments you play , all just come together so well and it is such a joy to get to share that brief moment in a day to listen to this and it helps me get through until the next day and so on. Maybe one day she will be in a different place in life and I wont need this song anymore until then , thank you .

[@nomadicsoldier7873]

@@williamgrey7422 Thank you so much I appreciate that. Hope she is safe where she is and for her to know i love her so very much. Thanks again

[@metal_kitty9409]

I wish nothing but the best and peace for you guys and your girls ❤💗

[@kellsfrancis4136]

Just thought of a thought for the day maybe calling her a maniac and bi polar is part of why she stays away. She’s her and it doesn’t come with extra reasons to make her feel any less (that I’m sure at times she might feel already ) maybe instead of labeling something that she just must have bc u feel something is wrong with her u could simply see all the beauty she possesses and things she does right bc if she’s anything like me (and I get labeled ) (alottttt) she might be doing so much right that it’s hard to not notice her but bc it’s with the wrong people bc she can’t be around the right ones to do it bc it’s too painful to love people so much and all they do is see nothing but negatives and constantly make that the center of all communication and why it’s only negative because it’s not really understandable by some but doesn’t mean it’s negative or wrong and are u truly honest with yourself in the mirror bc we all are perfectly flawed and not even one of us has right to judge someone else’s life especially when you haven’t endured their steps to what they have seen and endured and are still here. (SMILING) I hope!!!!!!!!! The big picture is very seeable if your willing to hold it and look at it with all aspects and all sides from every view and u will get a better understanding of life period. Not minuets just moments. We each choose how we spend them remember that. We chose to be mad or hurt or happy and cheerful. All my love for the best outcome

[@smilingfox8978]

Correction manic not maniac. While your words intention is sage advice they are harsh. You need to practice what you preach and practice compassion. You dont know how they treat their daughter all you know is the laundry they aired in the post. We all need a place to vent. But I get what you are saying. My mom was bipolar and suffered from alcoholism. She is gone now, bless her soul, but I wish I could go back and practice the understanding and compassion she deserved. This person has found solace in a song and simply explaining why it is important to them and you dumped on them. Shame on you!

[@pvmoore1154]

@@kellsfrancis4136 Here's a thought. All your psycho babble and word-stringing are hollow, cold, meaningless and empty. The OP was expressing how the lyrics to this amazing song resonate with his/her deep and horrible sorrow regarding their lost child. Consider that perhaps, rather than you "triggering" on the OP's use of descriptors,... a TRULY decent and compassionate human might have offered words of solace, comfort, hope, encouragement? Oh,... sorry,... that's right. It's all about you, isn't it?🙄

[@karenrosero2288]

I cannot express in words the vibe and the emotion Shawn is able to put in this classic. His powerful voice and feeling he puts on it makes this interpretation unique.

[@angge4261]

It is astounding, but rare, that one voice and one instrument, unadulterated, can make music like this.

[@jessestout9576]

I remember when this was sitting at 60k views. To come back and see it at 36 mil makes me happy

[@pragashni_adhd_duchess]

I found you by mistake and I'm so glad. listening to your songs on repeat in sunny south africa ... loving you . appreciating your craft and skills and ability to make me feel blessed just hearing your voice....

[@1nedeep599]

Love when i stumble into greatness

[@niccolofrangione7191]

Great guitarist and a voice who is able to strike the heart who listen

[@urmom_holly]

This is some of the best music. No cusses no drugs and nothing bad just BEAUTIFUL music!

[@codblops123]

RIP Billy... thank you for the joy you brought into my life with your wonderful songs. ❤️🌿❤️🌿❤️

[@londaroque7300]

WOW🙆🏼‍♀️‼️ AMAZING VOICE‼️👍🏼 AWESOME 👏🏻 👏🏻

[@barbmcclain4913]

My son played this song and I am in love. The soul in his voice is Amazing.

[@adrianneely2770]

A voice like pure silk... You have a true gift to share with the world...

[@chadallemore2192]

She is so good!!!! Song is timeless!

[@adriancoe4321]

Soullllllll!.......Thankyou so much for this version....spine chilling!!

[@bluesouthoh]

Wow I love this song at 7:52am. It still hits the same. Make it trough people. We can do this. Stay strong. This guy has the talent!!!

[@kellynorris2754]

Yes I adore his tunes!!! Damn fire artist ❤

[@sandraburgess6721]

The beauty and emotion of the voice

[@kimdellinger5954]

This gets down deep in my soul and your voice hits it and just sends chills. I listen to you sing this song over and over. It has opened me up to your other songs and I'm a life long fan!! You cover this song like no one else.

[@daniellevance2364]

You sing from your heart and soul! Beautiful. I could listen to you all day. keep on doing what you do. much peace AnD love

[@michelleawe1899]

he did the song justice. stellar job! ❤

[@danield7526]

You are doing a great honor to the memory of Bill Withers. Thanks.

[@australien6611]

Check out the version Hanson does , it's equally great 👍 kzbin.info/www/bejne/qp2YqoOZiNOAY6c

[@ladonyagreen907]

One word “IMMACULATE!”, one of my favorite songs and he does it JUSTICE 🥰🤤!

[@ryankoop5662]

Man has an amazing voice, his music has helped through a lot of shitty times in my life

[@serahlynnalascio6150]

This man's soul he puts into his songs are amazing..love his covers an his own songs

[@vespervenom2343]

This version would be good in the Punisher or Walking Dead

[@tbpowers9529]

Amen!

[@cansuStBenoit]

you aint no love drama in your lifee ...

[@Mrsirmandude]

Or the peaky blinders

[@user-md1ol7nj7h]

best comment TWD for sure

[@theairman6867]

Bro the second season ending of the punisher would fit this perfect.

[@4captain2chaos0]

I lost my mother in a very bad way just over two years ago... Days after getting the news I discovered this video... To this day I can't make it through the first line without you ripping a whole in my chest.. Your voice reaches my soul on these dark days and even though it hurts like hell.. Thank you! A million times over.. Thank you!

[@Livelove111]

Im so sorry you had to lose your mom in such a bad way. May you find hope and comfort again

[@aaronsmith5772]

You know music hits when you heard a song years ago and spend three hours trying to figure out who was this guy and then you find him and subscribe so you never lose it again.

[@handydigits1846]

Don’t dare change a thing you …..amazing…Bill would be proud to hear you!…

[@hbarragan82]

One of my favorite songs...Great Cover!

[@GreenredProductions]

Dude, you rock!

[@Jesseondrumsmusic]

WOW... best version I've heard so far.

[@angge4261]

who IS this phenomenon?! Can't get enough.

[@Beaumier222]

This cover has to be in a movie, a trailer, video game or whatever, just to have even more chills, this is amazing and what an amazing voice!👌

[@iSkaeith]

By far my favorite cover of this song.

[@slavkocosic5553]

One perfect melody and one perfect cover. Light & Love...

[@mifnp8887]

WOW. I have horrible insomnia so I caught myself clicking on KZbin videos. Guess I won't be going to sleep anytime soon. I'm up now!!

[@stephencavuoti9325]

MIFNP to much ☀️🤟

[@WulfricTheBlack]

Same

[@kevinbeach637]

TOP SHELF SIR!!! Felt all of it!

[@Drumming_Monkey]

it's amazing what a little bit of reverb can bring to a mix. so much more depth and feeling. just amazing.

[@putra4485]

ohh! DAMN! i have a new Idols, it's you JAMES! 😍

[@trollmctrollmcface7411]

Not cried in 10 years but this brought it out. Absolutely sublime

[@Mike.trucks]

Aint no Sunshine when she gone..this is beautifulm

[@patrickgarrison859]

I would honestly do anything to sound like this! I need to hear Shawn James on the radio!

[@xenogorwraithblade2538]

Three things that might help: alcohol, tobacco, and a metric fuck ton of practice.

[@healingleafwave6963]

Fantastic brother. This here is geting me through the nights without my daughter. 10 fregin stars. Keeping me away from the bottle.

[@Gilmour3646]

You CAN do it. I loved my scotch. 10/4 was 32 years, no booze. You CAN do this.

[@danaplummer3751]

Absolutely❤ beautifully covered 🙂

[@isabelfrattoni9680]

I love the song , the singer and the colour of his voice. Bravo !

[@Rooinek]

I'm 30seconds in and lovin the sound of your voice, it compliments the classic sound this calls for...great job

[@KindaHotSoup]

His voice is so powerful. It compliments every lyric to even the simplest syllable

[@rhythmic_seed]

Loved this one! Love taht voice❤

[@alikikiza]

This is my favorite version, it gives me goosebumps.

[@peacelove7706]

Love to hear him do Amazing Grace ..... his voice is spiritual!

[@traillife5584]

I have just found you! Those vibes you send out though your music are worth celebrating about! I was having a crap day and instantly broke through to my foot tapping the floor !❤

[@falkaderivie]

OK beautiful song by my best music player.. I did not understand the expression Ai'nt no.. In French not exit. But now it's OK. It is easy. Thanks Withers and Shawn James for the English lesson.. And a great moment of piece.. Xo h

[@santosallan4333]

5 mil doentes mentais que não entendem de música ou simplesmente ficaram com inveja do que ele fez aqui. Como músico, compositor e poeta, atesto: ótima interpretação! Ficou maravilhoso.

[@JackpotTripleSeven]

O youtube usa um sistema que dá dislikes automaticamente como forma de equilibrar e promover um vídeo

[@santosallan4333]

​@@TechenthusiastOficial E o que isso tem a ver? Só falta você dizer que seu inglês é melhor que o dele, que nasceu em Chicago.

[@santosallan4333]

​@@JackpotTripleSeven Sério? Disso eu não tô sabendo. Isso tem tanto tempo que nem aparece mais os deslikes. 😂😂😂

[@joycejean-baptiste4355]

Great cover, you have the vocal stylings of Bill Withers. Thanks for sharing. If I close my eyes I wouldn't see a young man who looks like you.

[@ailsacocanower4461]

This song was deep when Bill Withers sang it but damn this gives me the goosebumps. When you FEEL the song down in your soul, that is the real deal. Great Job!

[@vidardabard]

This has got to be my favorite cover of this song.

[@deahmichelleayles6206]

Wow! Just wow! You did that song right!!

[@christierobinson9322]

WOW!! Your voice is AMAZING Shawn!!! LOVE LOVE LOVE!!!!❤️🎤🎸🎶👏

[@Chris_BIiss]

Brought me to tears. This hits a part of my soul

[@lovemachine6473]

Pure soul!! Ya bear it all!! We can hear what you ate for breakfast!!

[@NathanielTribble]

Feeling this for real. Thank you for this arrangement.

[@CanadianArchaeologist]

Wow!!! I love the original and this is awesome. Great voice sir👍

[@luseyresident6577]

Shawn took this song and put his flavor on it and made his rendition. 👏👏👏👏🔥🔥🔥

[@johnnytraviezo6155]

Shawn what an incredible voice you have!! Amazing voice and amazing song!!

[@kimberlys8422]

Beautifully done sir. Bill Withers is one of my favorites

[@jessicacarpenter2077]

Simply a masterpiece

[@Chadr1107]

Tough song to cover.... You killed it! 👍👏

[@Chadr1107]

👏

[@masfarouk8363]

Malaysia love this song

[@Rollinrob]

Could'nt say it better

[@andreaunderwoood7505]

Absolutely

[@chrismiller520]

Great singer, but I prefer the original melody of the song.. why did he change it?

[@mounayaa1082]

You are my son's favourite singer🌹 I loved this rendition thank you♥️🌸 I cried a lot it reminds me of my sister who died young ♥️

[@kelleysouviney9763]

One of the best versions of this song. Hands down❤

[@carlosnascimeto2929]

Que Som maravilhoso....ótima música...ganhou mais 1 fã aqui no Brasil...🇧🇷🎶🎶🎶🎶🎶🎵👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾

[@Chukrall]

2 fãs agr irmão 💜 kkkk

[@tomhester9125]

Carlos Nascimeto ss

[@stephencole5201]

what the hell i am hearing! one of the most incredible human voices i've ever heard, great!

[@maikeljegerings5870]

This is the first song I ever heard of Shawn James. Now I am a big fan.

[@anielparedes4021]

Absolutely incredible cover to a classic. Thank you 🙏