Have You Ever Seen The Rain
A-Sides Club Lyrics
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There's a calm before the storm
I know, it's been comin' for some time
When it's over, so they say
It'll rain a sunny day
I know, shinin' down like water
I wanna know, have you ever seen the rain?
Comin' down on a sunny day?
Yesterday and days before
Sun is cold and rain is hard
I know, been that way for all my time
'Til forever on it goes
Through the circle, fast and slow
I know, and it can't stop, I wonder
I wanna know, have you ever seen the rain?
I wanna know, have you ever seen the rain?
Comin' down on a sunny day?
I wanna know, have you ever seen the rain?
I wanna know, have you ever seen the rain?
Comin' down on a sunny day?
I wanna know, have you ever seen the rain?
Comin' down on a sunny day?
The opening lines of A-Sides Club's song Have You Ever Seen The Rain are talking about the calm before the storm. The singer is aware that the storm is coming soon and has been building up for some time. He predicts that after the storm is over, the sun will shine down like water, creating a rain-like effect - a metaphorical visual of the sun's brightness. The chorus then asks if the listener has ever seen rain fall down on a sunny day. This juxtaposition creates an interesting contrast, which sets the tone for the entire song. The following verse speaks about how the sun is cold and rain is hard, emphasizing the different temperaments of two opposing elements. The singer acknowledges that this has been his reality throughout his life and he wonders if it will continue for the rest of his existence.
The song's lyrics have been widely interpreted as being about the band's internal struggles. John Fogerty, the lead singer of Creedence Clearwater Revival (CCR), wrote the song after his brother Tom Fogerty left the band, causing tension and conflict in the group. However, A-Sides Club's version of the song has a more uplifting and uplifting tone, which asks the listener to embrace the hardships and contrasts in their life. The contrast of harsh and soft elements, like the sun and the rain, can be interpreted as a metaphor for the ups and downs of life. The song reminds us that we will inevitably face challenges, which will be followed by moments of serenity and peace.
Line by Line Meaning
Someone told me long ago
I once received advice from someone a long time ago
There's a calm before the storm
Before a major incident, there will be a moment of tranquility
I know, it's been comin' for some time
I am aware that a significant event has been in the works for quite some time
When it's over, so they say
According to popular belief, after the event is over
It'll rain a sunny day
Despite the sunshine, precipitation will occur
I know, shinin' down like water
I am aware that the rain will pour down like water despite the sunny weather
Yesterday and days before
The past, including yesterday and even earlier
Sun is cold and rain is hard
The weather is often harsh, with cold sunshine and heavy rain
I know, been that way for all my time
This type of weather has been a constant throughout my existence
'Til forever on it goes
This harsh weather pattern will continue indefinitely
Through the circle, fast and slow
This cycle of weather, moving at varying paces, continues on and on
I know, and it can't stop, I wonder
I am aware that this cycle cannot be prevented, and I am left to ponder why
I wanna know, have you ever seen the rain?
I am curious if you have ever witnessed this cycle of harsh weather
Comin' down on a sunny day?
Specifically, has this harsh weather pattern occurred during a day of clear skies and bright sun?
I wanna know, have you ever seen the rain?
Again, are you familiar with this weather pattern?
Comin' down on a sunny day?
Has it happened during what is typically considered good weather?
I wanna know, have you ever seen the rain?
Once more, I am curious if you have ever experienced this cycle of weather
Comin' down on a sunny day?
To be specific, has this harsh weather pattern occurred during a day of clear skies and bright sun?
Writer(s): John Cameron Fogerty
Contributed by Jacob G. Suggest a correction in the comments below.