Bill Withers

Description: (American singer-songwriter)

Bill Withers was one of the most renowned names in the Rhythm & Blues music genre. In his active career of two decades, he came up with some brilliant compositions and super-hit albums that peaked the charts and became the most popular songs of the decade. Interestingly, Withers started off his career in the United States Navy. It was while serving in the merchant marine that he became musically inclined. Relieved from his duties, he sought to take up music as a career. After much effort, he finally launched himself on a big platform under the Sussex label. His debut album, Just as I Am was a major hit and set the stage for his glorious career. In the next decade and a half, he came up with more hit albums, including, Still Bill, +Justments, Making Music, Making Friends, Naked & Warm, Menagerie, Bout Love, and Watching You Watching Me.

Overview

Birthday July 4, 1938 (Cancer)
Born In United States
Alternative names William Harrison Withers Jr.
Height 188 cm
Died on March 30, 2020
Spouse/Ex- Marcia Johnson (m. 1976), Denise Nicholas (m. 1973–1974)
Parents William Harrison Withers Sr.
Mattie Rose Withers
Children Kori, Todd

Did you know

What inspired Bill Withers to write the song Ain't No Sunshine? "Ain't No Sunshine" was inspired by the 1962 movie "Days of Wine and Roses" starring Lee Remick and Jack Lemmon.
Was Bill Withers inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame? Yes, Bill Withers was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2015, for his influential contributions to music.
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