Ruby Lee
Bill Withers · + Justments [1974]
Staring at shadows on the wall
Wish I knew of someone I could call
Someone who might understand it all
Ruby Lee, I show wish you was here with me
Someone's lying with me in my bed
Some stranger who don't understand my head
Wish it was you lying here instead
Ruby Lee, I show wish you was here with me
Drowning in a sea of pretty faces
Being quite the man about the town
Packing up and going different places
But I show miss having you around
I listen to the noises down the hall
Think I'll move out of here in the fall
I ain't exactly having me a ball
Ruby Lee, I show wish you was here with me
Yeah, no
Wish I knew of someone I could call
Someone who might understand it all
Ruby Lee, I show wish you was here with me
Someone's lying with me in my bed
Some stranger who don't understand my head
Wish it was you lying here instead
Ruby Lee, I show wish you was here with me
Drowning in a sea of pretty faces
Being quite the man about the town
Packing up and going different places
But I show miss having you around
I listen to the noises down the hall
Think I'll move out of here in the fall
I ain't exactly having me a ball
Ruby Lee, I show wish you was here with me
Yeah, no
Ruby Lee
Bill Withers delivers a tender ballad on 'Ruby Lee,' showcasing his signature blend of soulful vocals and acoustic guitar. Recorded for the 1974 album '+ Justments,' the track exemplifies his ability to weave personal emotion into a universal musical statement. The song reflects the gentle, introspective style that defined his early career, offering a moment of quiet reflection amidst his broader catalog of hits. As part of his discography from the mid-1970s, 'Ruby Lee' stands as a testament to his commitment to authentic, unpretentious songwriting that resonates deeply with listeners seeking warmth and sincerity in their music.