CD Bill Withers – Ain't No Sunshine
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| 1 | Ain't No Sunshine | 2:03 |
| 2 | Who Is He (And What Is He To You)? (Album Version) | 3:12 |
| 3 | Use Me (Album Version) | 3:42 |
| 4 | Harlem (Album Version) | 3:21 |
| 5 | Lean On Me (Album Version) | 4:17 |
| 6 | It Ain't Because Of Me Baby (Album Version) | 3:31 |
| 7 | Steppin' Right Along (Album Version) | 5:42 |
| 8 | Heart In Your Life (Album Version) | 4:13 |
| 9 | Memories Are That Way (Album Version) | 5:01 |
| 10 | City Of The Angels (Album Version) | 10:46 |
Experience the soulful "psychological depths" of an R&B legend.
Released by Delta in 2004, this compilation focuses on the essential early era of Bill Withers, a Hall of Fame songwriter known for his unique synthesis of black R&B and white singer-songwriter sensibilities. Before the "commercial pressure" of the late 70s, Withers’ early work was celebrated for its brilliant, insightful, and visceral emotional resonance.
This collection features the definitive title track, "Ain't No Sunshine," which earned Withers his first Grammy Award for Best Rhythm and Blues Song in 1972. It perfectly captures the "unusual" genius of an artist who famously refused to quit his day job as an aircraft assembler even after his debut album, Just As I Am, became a hit.
Key Highlights:
- Genre: A masterful blend of 1970s R&B, soul, and intimate folk-style songwriting.
- Artist Legacy: Features the work of a songwriter praised for his "downright creepy synthesis" of blues and psychological depth.
- Essential Tracks: Includes the timeless classic "Ain't No Sunshine," a song so influential it has been covered and performed by everyone from the Sweet Inspirations to modern bluesmen.
Whether you are a longtime fan or a new listener looking for a "possible starting point" into one of the most honest voices in American music, this CD compilation is an essential addition to any soul or blues collection.
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