Lovely Day

Bill Withers

About Lovely Day

"Lovely Day" is a song by American soul and R&B singer Bill Withers. Written by Withers and Skip Scarborough, it was released on December 21, 1977 and appears on Withers' 1978 album Menagerie. The song is notable for Withers' sustained note towards the end, which at 18 seconds long, is one of the longest ever recorded on a song.


Year:
1980
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When I wake up in the morning, love
And the sunlight hurts my eyes
And something without warning, love
Bears heavy on my mind

Then I look at you
And the world's alright with me
Just one look at you
And I know it's gonna be
A lovely day
A lovely day

When the day that lies ahead of me
Seems impossible to face
When someone else instead of me
Always seems to know the way

Then I look at you
And the world's alright with me
Just one look at you
And I know it's gonna be
A lovely day
A lovely day

When the day that lies ahead of me
Seems impossible to face
When someone else instead of me
Always seems to know the way

Then I look at you
And the world's alright with me
Just one look at you
And I know it's gonna be
A lovely day
A lovely day

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Bill Withers

William Harrison "Bill" Withers, Jr. (born July 4, 1938) is an American singer-songwriter and musician who performed and recorded from 1970 until 1985. He recorded a number of hits such as "Lean on Me", "Ain't No Sunshine", "Use Me", "Just the Two of Us", "Lovely Day", and "Grandma's Hands". His life was the subject of the 2009 documentary film Still Bill. more »

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Written by: Bill Withers, Clarence Kermit Mcdonald, Skip Scarborough

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10 facts about this song

Song Origin
"Lovely Day" was released by American soul and R&B singer Bill Withers in 1977. It is one of his signature songs, along with "Lean on Me" and "Ain't No Sunshine."
Album Inclusion
The track is part of the album "Menagerie," Bill Withers' sixth album.
Song Writing
The song was written by Withers and Skip Scarborough. It features a notable keyboard riff played by Scarborough himself.
Chart Performance
"Lovely Day" performed well on music charts. In the United States, it reached #30 on the Billboard Hot 100. In the United Kingdom, it reached #7 in the UK Singles Chart on its first release. It re-entered the chart in 1987, reaching #6.
Record-Breaking Note
Bill Withers holds a note for 18 seconds while singing 'day' at the end of the song, which is one of the longest instances of a note held in an American pop song.
Use in Media
The song has been widely used in popular media and advertisements, including in films like "127 Hours" and "The Secret Life of Pets," as well as in various commercials.
Notable Covers
"Lovely Day" has been covered by numerous artists, including Maroon 5, Jill Scott, and Alt-J. The song has been remixed and sampled in numerous tracks as well.
Critical Reception
The song was well received by critics. It's noted for its upbeat mood, polished production, and Withers' soulful delivery.
Gift of Hope
Bill Withers stated that he wrote "Lovely Day" as a song to bring a message of hope and to make people feel better.
Legacy
"Lovely Day" continues to be a popular song, frequently played on various radio stations and streaming platforms. It has garnered millions of listens on platforms like Spotify and YouTube.

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