Ain't No Sunshine - Black Label Society - MP3 instrumental karaoke

"Ain't No Sunshine" is a soulful ballad written and performed by American singer-songwriter Bill Withers. According to the West Virginia native, the inspiration for the track came after watching the 1962 drama Days of Wine and Roses. Its poignant lyrics depict how nostalgia can sometimes make us miss things or people that weren't beneficial for us in the first place. Originally a B-side to the single "Harlem," "Ain't No Sunshine" quickly gained popularity and climbed to Number 3 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart. Garnering universal acclaim, it won the 1972 Grammy Award for Best R&B Song. Just as I Am, its parent album, reached Number 39 on the US Billboard Pop Albums chart. Over the years, "Ain't No Sunshine" has been covered by numerous artists, attesting to its timeless appeal. One notable version is the heavy metal band Black Label Society's rendition, which they recorded for their 2013 album, Unblackened. This reinterpretation demonstrates the song's versatility and continued resonance with audiences across genres.