Aint No Sunshine Guitar Chords

“Ain’t No Sunshine” is a timeless classic, a soulful ballad about the pain of lost love, written and performed by the legendary Bill Withers. Released in 1971 on his debut album “Just As I Am,” the song became an instant hit, reaching number 3 on the Billboard Hot 100 and earning Withers his first Grammy Award for Best R&B Song in 1972.

Aint No Sunshine Chords

[Am] Aint no sunshine
when shes [Am] gone [Em] [G] [Am]
[Am] Its not warm
when shes a [Am] way [Em] [G] [Am]
Aint no sunshine
when shes [Em] gone,
and shes always gone too [Dm] long,
Anytime she goes [Am] away
[Em] [G] [Am]

[Am] Wonder this time
where shes [Am] gone [Em] [G] [Am]
[Am] Wonder if shes gone to [Am] stay
[Em] [G] [Am]
Aint no sunshine when shes [Em] gone,
and this house just aint no [Dm] home,
Anytime she goes [Am] away
[Em] [G] [Am]

And [Am] 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

[Am] Hey, I ought to leave the
young thing alone,
But aint no sunshine
when [Am] shes gone,
[Em] [G] [Am]
[Am] only darkness everyday.
[Em] [G] [Am]
Aint no sunshine
when shes [Em] gone,
and this house just aint no [Dm] home
Anytime she goes [Am] away.
[Em] [G] [Am]
Anytime she goes [Am] away.
[Em] [G] [Am]
Anytime she goes [Am] away.
[Em] [G] [Am]
Anytime she goes [Am] away.
[Em] [G] [Am]
Anytime she goes [Am] away.
[Em] [G] [Am]

Aint No Sunshine Song Details

Artist: Bill Withers
Album: Just As I Am (1971)
Genre: Soul

Length: 2:43
Label: Sussex Records
Composers: Bill Withers

The lyrics of “Ain’t No Sunshine” paint a vivid picture of a man consumed by loneliness and despair after his lover’s departure. Lines like “I know I knew I how to leave the young thing alone / But ain’t no sunshine when she’s gone” and “This house just ain’t no home anytime she goes away” resonate with anyone who has ever experienced heartbreak. Despite the sadness, the song also conveys a sense of quiet acceptance and resilience, as the singer learns to cope with his loss.

“Ain’t No Sunshine” has transcended its status as a soul hit to become a beloved standard. It has been covered by countless artists, including Marvin Gaye, Michael Jackson, Paul McCartney, and Elton John, each adding their interpretation to the timeless melody and lyrics. The song has also been featured in numerous films and television shows, further solidifying its place in popular culture.