July 1972 – a song popular in this month – Lean On Me by Bill Withers
This song has a very broad appeal, as people from just about any background can relate to the lyrics. It was a hit on a variety of formats and did well all over the US and throughout much of the world.
Interesting facts about Lean On Me & Bill Withers
Withers did not record his first song until he was 32 years old. He was in the US Navy for 9 years, then worked at a factory making parts for airplanes.
A dance version was a US #1 hit for Club Nouveau in 1987. It has also been covered by Tina Turner, Tom Jones and Al Green.
Withers was born on the Fourth of July, 1938. He was the youngest of six children.
Kid Rock, Sheryl Crow, and Keith Urban performed a downbeat, emotional version of this song on the charity telethon, Hope for Haiti Now: A Global Benefit for Earthquake Relief, which was held on January 22, 2010.
When Withers was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2015, Stevie Wonder (who gave the induction speech and John Legend performed this song). Withers appeared midway through the song and joined in, marking his first high-profile performance since he left the industry in the ’80s.
This information was provided by Songfacts.com
spearfruit 
I am so happy that you were able to go and enjoy Thanksgiving with your family and visit your favorite Casino….what a great little get away….I am so happy that I found you on WP….I won’t be going anywhere my friend….I may miss a few days but I am like a bad penny…I will just keep coming back….hope this finds you doing well and getting ready for Christmas…like it or not, its coming sooner than we think…. and yes you guys are lucky to get the movies at a great rate with discounted goodies….I can’t watch a movie without popcorn….the movie theaters in Santa Rosa give free popcorn refills but not sodas….I always sneak in bottled water…LOL happy day to you, Gary and Roxy…xxkat
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Thank you kat for the catch-up on my posts. I know you will come around to read and comment – what a true friend you are. Gary and I are at the casino today and return back to Florida tomorrow. The past week has been wonderful – I hope it has for you as well. 🙂
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Its been very..kick-back lazy LOL we stayed home and passed on dinner at my brothers fiends…it was nice…quiet and very filling….LOL glad your having a good time…hello to Gary….and sweetheart you will never loose me…..LOL
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Your Thanksgiving sounds wonderful – we ate way too much. Have a happy week! 🙂
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Great choice x
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Thank you Brooke, it is a great song! Happy Sunday my friend! 🙂
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Another winner … thank you – I’ve just had a lovely Sunday smile 😊
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Bill Withers and this song are priceless – some great memories. Glad you have a smile – me too! 🙂
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Love this song. Thank you Terry for a lovely hit of joy and strength this morning. 🙂
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You are welcome Su, very glad you enjoyed it – have a wonderful day! 🙂
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Bill Withers is THE BEST. I really had no idea who he was until a few years ago, and then I realized how many of his songs I knew. And his story is fascinating, too. Just love him.
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He certainly is a fascinating and great artist! I really like all his music also – they never get old. Thanks Sarah. 🙂
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Nice post my friend. Glad you are doing well xxx
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Thank you Lynn, I hope you had a wonderful Thanksgiving with the family. 🙂
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Aww that is such a nice song 🙂 I haven’t heard it in awhile, but always touches my heart. I was thinking of you yesterday being at the casino, how was it? and I am sure you had a great day. Safe travels back home. Hugs 🙂
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The casino was fun, we loss money as usual – but we always have a great time. We leave the hotel soon to start our journey back home. Thanks for reading and enjoying this post Lynne, have a great Monday. 🙂
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I don’t remember the dance version but I love the Bill Wither’s version. 💋
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Honestly, I do not remember the dance version either – I am with you – love Wither’s version. Thanks dear! 🙂
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De nada, mi amor!
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Lean on me is one of my all time favourite songs; an absolute classic! Thanks for sharing some of the background insight.
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You are very welcome, thank you for stopping by to read and comment. I am glad you enjoyed the post – have a happy day! 🙂
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Great song!
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Thanks Amanda, this is one of my favorites! 🙂
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