Just the Two of Us

Grover Washington, Jr., Bill Withers

About Just the Two of Us

"Just the Two of Us" is a 1981 R&B song written by Bill Withers, William Salter and Ralph MacDonald, and recorded by Grover Washington Jr. and Bill Withers.


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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 want to spend some time with you

Just the two of us
We can make it if we try
Just the two of us
Just the two of us
Building castles in the sky
Just the two of us
You and I

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

Just the two of us
We can make it if we try
Just the two of us
Just the two of us
Building castles in the sky
Just the two of us
You and I

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 want to be the one with you.

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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: Ralph Macdonald, William Salter, William Harrison Jr Withers

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8 facts about this song

Release Date & Reception
"Just the Two of Us" was released in 1981 on the album titled "Winelight" by Grover Washington Jr. This song quickly rose in popularity, peaking at number two on the Billboard Hot 100 chart.
Song Composition
Withers and MacDonald co-wrote this song alongside William Salter. The lyrics subtly depicted a romantic relationship while the melody comprised of a gentle R&B and jazz instrumental arrangement.
Inspiration
According to some reports, the song was born out of MacDonald and Salter's fascination with the phrase "just the two of us," which they had heard in a commercial. They felt it had a strong romantic potential, leading to the creation of the song.
Grammy Award
The song won a Grammy Award in 1982 for Best R&B Song, pointing to its popularity and critical acclaim.
Popular Covers
Numerous artists have covered "Just the Two of Us", including Will Smith who used the song's melody for his 1998 track of the same name. Other notable covers have been done by artists like Michael Bolton and Jose James.
Impact on Withers' Career
Despite its success, "Just the Two of Us" was one of the final hits of Bill Withers' career. It was released just a few years before he decided to retire from the music industry, making it one of his last legacy songs.
Jazz Influence
The song prominently features a saxophone played by Grover Washington Jr., which offers it a distinctly smooth jazz tone, blending well with Bill Withers' soulful vocals.
Use in Media
"Just the Two of Us" has been used in numerous media outlets, from films to TV shows and commercials, denoting its continued relevance and popularity.

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