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Bill Withers

Bill Withers (1938–2020) was an American soul/R&B singer-songwriter known for heartfelt hits like "Ain't No Sunshine," "Lean on Me," and "Lovely Day," whose career spanned from working a factory job to becoming a Grammy-winning music icon, celebrated for his rich baritone and relatable, emotionally resonant lyrics about everyday life, love, and struggle before he retired in the mid-80s.

Known For

  • Ain't No Sunshine
  • Lean On Me
  • Just the Two of Us (feat. Bill Withers)
  • Lovely Day
  • Just the Two of Us

Discography Highlights

  • Watching You Watching Me 1985
  • 'Bout Love 1978
  • Menagerie 1977
  • Naked & Warm 1976
  • Making Music 1975

Soundtrack Appearances

American Idol

American Idol

TV Show • S24
1 song
KPOPPED

KPOPPED

TV Show • S1
1 song
  • Just the Two of Us

NCIS: Origins

NCIS: Origins

TV Show • S2
1 song
The 'Burbs

The 'Burbs

TV Show • S1
1 song
The Boroughs

The Boroughs

TV Show • S1
1 song
The Dark Wizard

The Dark Wizard

TV Show • S1
1 song
  • Just the Two of Us

    Dean has a strong emotional connection with his dog, Whisper.

The Good Doctor

The Good Doctor

TV Show • S4
1 song
The Masked Singer

The Masked Singer

TV Show • S14
1 song
  • Ain't No Sunshine

    Performed by Owl