Song Meanings and Facts

Song Meanings and Facts

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Grandma’s Hands

Bill Withers

“Grandma’s Hands” by Bill Withers

The lyrics of “Grandma’s Hands” are meant to serve as an ode to Bill Withers’ grandmother, and may we also say other maternal leaders of her ilk. There is a particular reason why this song...

Ain’t No Sunshine

Bill Withers

“Ain’t No Sunshine” by Bill Withers

Interestingly, Bill Withers was inspired to write “Ain’t No Sunshine” after watching a 1962 movie entitled Days of Wine and Roses, which starred two A listers of the day, Lee Remick and Jack Lemmon.  The...