Bill Withers was this incredible soul singer who touched many hearts in the day.
While everyone knows him for those beautiful tunes like “Lean on Me” and “Ain’t No Sunshine,” it was “Just the Two of Us” that really got me.
He teamed up with Grover Washington Jr. on that one. Grover’s smooth jazz sax and Bill’s warm, honest vocals just fit together perfectly.
It still gets me how Bill could take simple words and turn them into something that feels so real and true.
When he passed away in 2020, we lost one of music’s most genuine voices.
About the Song
The song captures a pure, special connection between two people in love.
It’s about finding that perfect someone and knowing that together, you can handle anything life throws at you.
The song was released through Elektra Records and appeared on Grover Washington Jr.’s album Winelight, with Bill Withers providing the vocals.
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Release Date | March 1981 |
| Album | Winelight |
| Writers | Bill Withers, William Salter, Ralph MacDonald |
| Producers | Ralph MacDonald, William Eaton |
Just the Two of Us Lyrics by Bill Withers and Grover Washington Jr.
Verse 1: Bill Withers
I see the crystal raindrops fall And the beauty of it all Is when the sun comes shining through To make those rainbows in my mind When I think of you sometime And I wanna spend some time with you
Chorus: Bill Withers with Hilda Harris, Ullanda McCullough & Yvonne Lewis
Just the two of us We can make it if we try Just the two of us Just the two of us Just the two of us Building castles in the sky Just the two of us You and I
Verse 2: Bill Withers
We look for love, no time for tears Wasted water’s all that is And it don’t make no flowers grow Good things might come to those who wait Not for those who wait too late We gotta go for all we know
Chorus: Bill Withers with Hilda Harris, Ullanda McCullough & Yvonne Lewis
Just the two of us We can make it if we try Just the two of us Just the two of us Just the two of us Building them castles in the sky Just the two of us You and I
Saxophone Solo: Grover Washington, Jr.
Bridge: Hilda Harris & Ullanda McCullough & Yvonne Lewis
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Saxophone Solo: Grover Washington, Jr.
Verse 3: Bill Withers
I hear the crystal raindrops fall On the window down the hall And it becomes the morning dew And, darling, when the morning comes And I see the morning sun I wanna be the one with you
Chorus: Bill Withers & Hilda Harris, Ullanda McCullough & Yvonne Lewis
Just the two of us We can make it if we try Just the two of us Just the two of us Just the two of us Building big castles way on high Just the two of us You and I
Outro: Bill Withers & Hilda Harris, Ullanda McCullough & Yvonne Lewis
(Just the two of us) Yes! The two of us We can make it just the two of us Let’s get it together, baby! Just the two of us Yes! The two of us We can make it just the two of us Just the two of us We can make it just the two of us Just the two of us We can make it just the two of us Just the two of us We can make it just the two of us Just the two of us We can make it just the two of us Just the two of us We can make it just the two of us Just the two of us We can make it just the two of us Just the two of us
Similar Songs like Just the Two of Us by Bill Withers and Grover Washington Jr.
- Lean on Me – A heartfelt song about supporting each other through tough times, using the same soulful vocal style and meaningful lyrics about human connection
- Ain’t No Sunshine – Shares the emotional depth and longing felt in relationships, featuring Bill’s signature warm vocals and simple yet powerful message
- Lovely Day – Carries the same optimistic spirit and uplifting mood, with smooth soul arrangements similar to “Just the Two of Us”
- Use Me – Though more funk-driven, it maintains that intimate personal storytelling about relationships that Bill Withers was known for
Frequently Asked Questions
Who Wrote “Just the Two of Us” by Grover Washington Jr.?
“Just the Two of Us” by Grover Washington Jr. was written by William Salter, Ralph MacDonald & Bill Withers.
Who Sang “Just the Two of Us” Originally?
“Just the Two of Us” was originally performed by Grover Washington Jr. featuring Bill Withers on vocals. It was first released on Washington’s album “Winelight” in 1981.
