Watching You, Watching Me
Bill Withers · 1985
45 min · 10 tracks · R&B · soul
A blend of smooth soul and pop grooves, underscored by Withers' poignant storytelling and warm vocals.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady mid-tempo grooves
- warm vocals for cozy evenings
- poignant storytelling in every track
- engaging melodies for relaxed moments
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer fast-paced listening experiences
- seek standalone hits over cohesion
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 1985, 'Watching You, Watching Me' was Bill Withers' final studio album before a lengthy hiatus. At this point in his career, Withers had already established himself as a soulful singer-songwriter known for hits like 'Lean on Me' and 'Ain't No Sunshine.' However, following this album, he would step away from the music industry for over a decade.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Al Green· Otis Redding· Marvin Gaye
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Oh Yeah! 4:03
- 2 Something That Turns You On 4:26
- 3 Don’t Make Me Wait 4:01
- 4 Heart in Your Life 4:16
- 5 Watching You Watching Me 5:49
- 6 We Could Be Sweet Lovers 3:28
- 7 You Just Can’t Smile It Away 4:42
- 8 Steppin’ Right Along 5:44
- 9 Whatever Happens 3:16
- 10 You Try to Find a Love 5:21
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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