In the rain
열薑.袈瓜景(Keith Sweat) Lyrics


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Mmm... Mmm... Mmm...

I don't wanna cry, I don't wanna cry
I'm goin' out in the rain, yes

I wanna go outside in the rain
It may sound crazy
But I wanna go outside (Go outside) in the rain

Now I, I think I'm gonna cry (Cry-y-y)
Now I, I don't want you to see me cry

(I wanna go) Oh... Oh... Oh... Oh... Oh... Oh... (Outside in the rain) the rain
It may sound crazy, I said it may sound crazy
But I, I wanna go outside in the rain
Hoo... Hoo...

Once the rain stops fallin' (Stops fallin')
On my face (On my face)
Then I won't see (Then I won't see, ah)
A single trace (Single trace)

Right now I think I'm cryin' (I'm cryin')
Because of you I'm cryin' (Because of you)
Don't want you to see me cry
Let me go, let me go, let me go

(I wanna go outside) I wanna go outside in the rain (In the rain)
It may sound crazy
But I, I wanna go outside in the rain
Mmm...

Once the sun come up
And the rain is gone away
Then I'm gonna see
A better day (Ooh, ooh, ooh)

But right now I think I'm cryin' (I'm cryin')
Because of you I'm cryin' (Because of you)
Don't want you to see me cry
Let me go, let me go, let me go

(I wanna go outside) I wanna go outside in the rain (In the rain)
I gotta walk out the door, I can't stand it no more, baby
(I wanna go outside) Whoa, in the rain (In the rain), yeah, yeah

I wanna go outside (Go outside)
Baby, baby (In the rain), the rain will wipe my tears
Whoa, whoa, I wanna go outside (I wanna go outside)
I've got to go, nowhere to go (In the rain) in the rain, yeah

What else, what else can I do (I wanna go outside)
Ooh... In the rain (In the rain), yeah, yeah
I'm just a man with a broken heart




(I wanna go outside) Let me go, let me go, whoa... Ho... Ho... Ho... (In the rain)
I wanna go out in the rain

Overall Meaning

The song "In The Rain" by Keith Sweat is an emotional ballad about heartbreak and the desire to overcome it. The lyrics convey a sense of sadness and vulnerability, as the singer reflects on his pain and seeks solace in the rain. The repetition of the phrase "I wanna go outside in the rain" serves to emphasize his longing for release and renewal.


Despite the melancholy tone of the song, there is also a sense of determination and resilience as the singer strives to move on from his broken heart. The final lines of the song express a sense of hope, as the rain brings the promise of a new beginning and a better day.


Overall, "In The Rain" is a powerful expression of the human experience of heartbreak and the desire for emotional healing.


Line by Line Meaning

I don't wanna cry, I don't wanna cry
I don't want to show my sadness or weakness by crying.


I'm goin' out in the rain, yes
I want to go outside in the rain to hide my tears and emotions.


I wanna go outside in the rain
I want to find solace and comfort by being alone in the rain.


It may sound crazy
Others may not understand why I want to be in the rain, but it makes sense to me.


But I wanna go outside (Go outside) in the rain
I am determined to go outside and face the rain despite any obstacles.


Now I, I think I'm gonna cry (Cry-y-y)
I am feeling overwhelmed with emotions and tears are likely to fall.


Now I, I don't want you to see me cry
I feel embarrassed and ashamed to show my tears in front of others.


(I wanna go) Oh... Oh... Oh... Oh... Oh... Oh... (Outside in the rain) the rain
I am expressing my desire to be in the rain repeatedly for emphasis.


Once the rain stops fallin' (Stops fallin')
When the rain finally ends,


On my face (On my face)
On my face where the raindrops were touching me,


Then I won't see (Then I won't see, ah)
I won't be able to see the tears on my face anymore.


A single trace (Single trace)
I won't be giving any indication that I was crying earlier.


Because of you I'm cryin' (Because of you)
My sadness is caused by a specific person who hurt me or let me down.


Let me go, let me go, let me go
I want to move on from my pain and be free from it.


Once the sun come up
When the morning comes and the darkness goes away,


And the rain is gone away
And the rain has stopped falling,


Then I'm gonna see
I will be able to see clearly and move on from my sadness.


A better day (Ooh, ooh, ooh)
I am hopeful that things will get better and my pain will lessen.


I gotta walk out the door, I can't stand it no more, baby
I need to leave this painful situation and find a way to cope with my feelings.


The rain will wipe my tears
The rain acts as a symbol of cleansing and renewal for me.


Whoa, whoa, I wanna go outside (I wanna go outside)
I am expressing my strong desire to face my emotions and find healing in the rain.


I've got to go, nowhere to go (In the rain) in the rain, yeah
I have no other choice but to confront my feelings alone in the rain.


What else, what else can I do (I wanna go outside)
I am searching for a solution to my pain and sadness by turning to the rain.


I'm just a man with a broken heart
I am vulnerable and hurting from a broken heart.


Let me go, let me go, whoa... Ho... Ho... Ho... (In the rain)
I am pleading for the freedom to grieve and find solace in the rain.


I wanna go out in the rain
My ultimate goal is to face my emotions and find healing by being in the rain.




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@LibbyEdwards100

When my daddy was in a coma after he's stroke. I would sit by his bed start singing this song to him. This was he's favorite group and song. He tried waking up instead he squeezed my hand so tightly. I whisper to him letting him know we had forgiven him along time ago, we understood his past regarding his addiction. My dad had passed away December 2012. I miss him terribly but the good memories weighs out the bad. Always love you daddy❤❤❤

@stevegintick5662

I know the feeling ...so right !!

@terencebuie7463

Yes miss Warner I remember my mother's last moans before she past and it was beyond real I feel your pain

@vanessacazares9517

Reminds me of my mom too

@brienjardine36

I just listened and always makes me tear up.. Addictions are a mf... Peace

@angiem3419

🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽❤❤❤

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@frankyyyuy544

I was 15 when I heard this song the first time. I am now 63 and still love this song. Grateful I can still listen to this song. I am a Vietnam Vet.

@far-outman1730

Thank you for your service, Man! Glad you made it home and you're here to comment and enjoy great tunes still!

@msdecemberloveangel8236

Thank you for your service sir

@angiem3419

27 years old n you know what?! This type of music makes my soul dance and relax . So thankful my family brought me up with this music!!!

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