Real Name: Grover Washington, Jr., Bill Withers
Date of Birth / Formation: 1980 (Collaboration)
Age / Status: Grover (1943-1999), Bill (1938-2020)
Grover Washington, Jr. and Bill Withers achieved international success in 1981 with their smooth jazz and R&B hit 'Just the Two of Us'. The song became a major worldwide success, reaching number two on the Billboard Hot 100 and winning a Grammy Award. Washington's melodic saxophone playing and Withers' soulful, emotive vocals created a perfect harmony that defined the sophisticated 'quiet storm' sound of the era. The song remains one of the most iconic and beloved classics of the 1980s, celebrated for its smooth production and timeless appeal. This collaboration successfully bridged the gap between jazz and pop, earning both artists a lasting place in music history.