1972 Soul Hit 'Lean on Me', Inspired by Bill Withers' Childhood, Became a No. 1 Anthem

American soul artist Bill Withers had already scored a Top 10 hit with "Ain't No Sunshine" when his iconic follow-up track, ...
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Soul singer Bill Withers dies at 81

Bill Withers, the legendary performer who defined 1970s soul with timeless hits like "Ain't No Sunshine" and "Lean on Me" has ...
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54 Years Ago, Bill Withers' 'Lean on Me' Hit No. 1, Inspiring Generations

In 1972, a classic song was written by an artist whose music should be required listening for anyone who wants to understand how powerful the human voice can be. 54 years ago today, Bill Withers' ...
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This young boy only sings old songs

In this episode of the "Sing With Me" series, recorded in Sarasota, FL, we meet Finn, who shares his impressive taste for classic music. Together, we sing "Lean On Me" by Bill Withers. The video also ...
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54 Years Ago, Bill Withers' 'Lean on Me' Hit No. 1, Inspiring Generations

‘Lean on Me’ by Bill Withers Hit No. 1 on July 8, 1972 First released on April 21, 1972, Bill Withers' " Lean on Me " didn't take long to become a hit. The track debuted on the Billboard Hot 100 the ...