However, his songs have been a beacon of hope for people around the world, and many health care workers and artists have been covering “Lean On Me” as an anthem during the ongoing health crisis.
Tributes continue to come in for the much-loved star, with Lenny Kravitz and Beach Boys star Brian Wilson among the latest to honor him.
Kravitz tweeted: “Rest in power Bill Withers. Your voice, your songs, and your total expression gave us love, hope, and strength. My soul always has and always will be full of your music.”
While the “Good Vibrations” star added: “I’m very sad to hear about Bill Withers passing.
“Bill was a ‘songwriter’s songwriter’ and wrote so many great songs like ‘Ain’t No Sunshine’ and ‘Lean On Me.’ A real loss. Love & Mercy to Bill’s family. – Brian (sic)”
Withers is survived by his wife Marcia and their two children, Todd and Kori.
