Eighteen tracks, from the early '70s to the mid-'80s, including his early Top Ten singles, but also minor hits like "Grandma's Hands," "Kissing My Love," and "Lovely Day." Those who admire songs like "Lean on Me" and "Ain't No Sunshine" are advised to approach this best-of with caution; from the mid-'70s onward, Bill Withers forsook his folky singer/songwriter soul for more anonymous, slick MOR soul and urban contemporary. His early sound was far more distinctive, and his early-'70s Sussex albums are recommended alternatives to this compilation.
This morning on my way to the office I listened to what may possibly be the best Live album ever; Bill Withers: Live at Carnegie Hall. If you have not heard this album I suggest that you cop it and give it an intent ear. This album is especially important for musicians as it is a text book for how to engage and audience and pace a show. Keep in mind Bill Withers was a huge star by the time thi...
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Bill Withers wrote so many great songs but this one has got to be one of the best, its pure genius how he tells a story through the image of these old hands, you feel all of history and the passage of time in this song. Because its about his grandma it also evokes childhood, the child who who becomes a man who remembers where he comes from and the passing of generations."I don't have grandma a...
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My roommate turned me on to Bill Withers...All of his songs are great
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Bill Withers' three primary recordings have been remastered and re-released by Columbia Records in the last couple of years: Just As I Am, Still Bill & Live at Carnegie Hall. The majority of the tracks on any "Best of" come from "Just As I Am" and "Still Bill." The music on these recordings are soulful, spiritual and funky. If you love Bill's vocals and songwriting then do not deny yourself the
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my daughter called me about this song today,said it reminds her of me allways have lovedBill withers
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