Aint No Sunshine was written by Bill Withers about the painful experience of a young love ending. The lyrics reflect the feeling of loss and longing. Withers was inspired by a movie he was watching, and the theme of romantic disappointment. He didn’t expect the song to be a hit and was surprised by the huge impact it made.
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Ain't no sunshine when she's gone
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It's not warm when she's away
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Ain't no sunshine when she's gone
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And she's always gone too long anytime
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She goes away
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Wonder this time where she's gone
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Wonder if she's gone to stay
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Ain't no sunshine when she's gone
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And this house just ain't a home
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Anytime she goes away
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minor) And I know, I know, I know, I know, I know I know, I know, I know, I know, I know