Songally - Chords and Lyrics
Songally - Chords and Lyrics

Ain't No Sunshine chords and lyrics

- Bill Withers

Chords: Dm7 Em Em7 G Am Am9
Music Key: A minor
Tempo: 77 BPM
Lyrics length: 177 words
Last updated:
Release date: 1971-05-01

Verse 1

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 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

Bridge

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

Verse 2

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

Fun Facts

"Ain't No Sunshine" by Bill Withers is a deeply moving ballad that radiates sorrow and vulnerability. Released in 1971, this enduring track enthralls listeners with its poignant lyrics and minimalist composition. The song explores the anguish of love and separation, with Withers' soulful voice conveying an intense feeling of longing and despair.

The recurring line "I know" underscores the depth of his grief and the emptiness left by his lover's absence. Notice how the use of silence and space in the music amplifies the emotional intensity. The sparse instrumentation, featuring a simple guitar riff and subtle strings, allows Withers' vocals to shine and gives the song a haunting, introspective quality.

Practicing the guitar riff along with the song can enhance one's ability to convey emotion through minimalism and dynamics. Let’s play this great song!

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