'Ain't No Sunshine': The Story Behind Kris Allen's 'Idol' Cover

'American Idol' contestant wows audience with Bill Withers' melancholy classic.By Gil Kaufman Kris Allen performs Bill Withers' "Ain't No Sunshine" on "American Idol" on Tuesday Photo: Frank Micelotta/ Getty Images/ Fox Ask any male contemporary soul/R&B singer from Justin Timberlake to Usher to name one of his biggest influences, and chances are he'll say Bill Withers. Now, you can add "American Idol" contestant Kris Allen to the list. On a night when the nine finalists could choose...

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