“Ain’t No Sunshine” is a timeless classic written and performed by the legendary Bill Withers. As part of his debut album, “Just As I Am,” the song quickly became an iconic soul and R&B ballad. With its hauntingly emotive lyrics and Withers’ soulful voice, “Ain’t No Sunshine” explores themes of heartbreak and longing. The repetitive and evocative refrain, “Ain’t no sunshine when she’s gone, only darkness every day,” has made this song an enduring favorite, showcasing Withers’ remarkable talent for blending raw emotion with musical prowess.
Released in 1971
Ain’t No Sunshine Lyrics:
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’s 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 oughta leave young thing alone
But ain’t no sunshine when she’s gone, woh woh
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