He has played and toured with Shovels & Rope, Jonny Corndawg, Caitlin Rose, Houndmouth, Robert Ellis, and Jason Isbell.
Following the success of the 2010 EP Tennessee Time, Coin Records released the 7-inch single “Big Bad Love” in May 2012 and Combs’ debut full-length album, Worried Man, on October 30, 2012. The album was co-produced by Mike Odmark and features guest appearances from Caitlin Rose and Nikki Lane, along with the core band of Jeremy Fetzer, Spencer Cullum, Jr., Michael Rinne, Micah Hulscher, and Jon Radford.
Rainy Day Song
Andrew Combs Lyrics
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Stopped deals and dangers
Searching for my own little peace from the countryside to the slick city streets
And I miss my hometown
Been high and low down
Learned every which way of the (?)
Some things do and some don't change
It's safe to say that I'm still crazy over you
When I'm stuck in lifes crazy gloom
Ain't it funny how a little thunder can make a man start to wonder
Should he swim or just go under
And ain't it funny how you learn to pray
When your blue skies turn grey
When there's nothing left to say
Shine on rainy day
A friend once told me, he said boy
You sound so lonely all these cheatin', leavin' done me wrongs
Have you ever heard of a happy song
Offended I sat down my glass
Smiled and let the moment pass
Tabs on me if you think I'm lying
Laughing ain't a pleasure til' you know about crying
Ain't it funny how a little thunder can make a man start to wonder
Should he swim or just go under
And ain't funny how you learn to pray
When your blue skies turn grey
When there's nothing left to say
Shine on rainy day
Shine on rainy day
The lyrics to Andrew Combs's song Rainy Day Song speak to a sense of reflective nostalgia and contemplation, as the singer reflects on the many experiences and journeys he has had throughout his life. He speaks of his travels and experiences with strangers, stopping at different places to escape danger or find peace. He misses his hometown, but has learned to adapt to the times, to go with the flow, and to accept life's ups and downs. The chorus speaks to the idea that even though life can be uncertain and tumultuous, love can get one through anything. The rain becomes a symbol for the hard times in life, but also a reminder that sometimes, one has to weather the storm to see the sun again. The song ends with a note to "shine on," to keep going through the hard times and to find the beauty in the midst of the darkness.
Line by Line Meaning
I've loved strangers
I've been searching for love in all the wrong places.
Stopped deals and dangers
I've taken risks and made questionable decisions to find my place in the world.
Searching for my own little peace from the countryside to the slick city streets
I'm seeking inner peace and happiness, whether that's in a rural or urban environment.
And I miss my hometown
Despite my travels, I still feel nostalgic for the place where I grew up.
Been high and low down
I've experienced the highs and lows of life.
Learned every which way of the (?)
I've learned different ways of living and coping with life's challenges.
Some things do and some don't change
Certain things in life are constant, while others are unpredictable and ever-changing.
It's safe to say that I'm still crazy over you
I'm still in love with someone from my past.
Your love it gets me through
Thinking of this person's love helps me get through difficult times.
When I'm stuck in lifes crazy gloom
When life gets tough, this person's love gives me hope.
Ain't it funny how a little thunder can make a man start to wonder
It's amazing how a small event can cause someone to reevaluate their life and question their decisions.
Should he swim or just go under
Should he fight to survive, or let himself give up and sink under the weight of his problems?
And ain't it funny how you learn to pray
It's interesting how difficult situations make people turn to prayer for guidance and comfort.
When your blue skies turn grey
When life takes a turn for the worse, and things that were once good become sad or difficult.
When there's nothing left to say
When you've exhausted all other options and don't know where to turn next.
Shine on rainy day
Through tough times and difficult situations, keep pushing and don't give up hope.
A friend once told me, he said boy
A friend once gave me some advice.
You sound so lonely all these cheatin', leavin' done me wrongs
You sound like you're feeling lonely and sad because of experiences with cheating and abandonment.
Have you ever heard of a happy song
This friend is questioning why I typically sing sad songs and not happy ones.
Offended I sat down my glass
I felt insulted and put down by my friend's comment, and reacted in a defensive manner.
Smiled and let the moment pass
I tried to let go of my offense and move on from the comment without causing further conflict.
Tabs on me if you think I'm lying
If you don't believe me, I'll even bet on it.
Laughing ain't a pleasure til' you know about crying
You can't truly appreciate happiness and laughter without experiencing sadness and tears.
Shine on rainy day
Through it all, keep shining and pushing through the darkness.
Contributed by Nora L. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
estarateta
This song resonates with me in ways that make me want to go back to my country after 30 years and see the girl I left and just tell her how much I've missed her.
Justin D
Wow, what a great song! The guitar sounds good too, Baggs.
The Colorful Radio
Wonderful song, I love it so much and all the others songs of his last album "All These Dreams".
eastblueking
I’m literally so in love with this song. I can’t believe I’m only hearing it now.
BaHecca
love love this song.. his voice is so beautiful!
Jorge Hernandez
Sooooooo.... I have only heard Brent Cobb's version ( co-writer ) until now. Both versions are awesome and unique to each man. This is just a great song!
Fotoliebe Blog
Awesome! This is heartwarming. Tank you!
Gshane music
Really well done Andrew.
Paul Suska
Great sound, great performance.
Mark Hulbert
This song is wonderful - simple in structure on its face but deep in layers and with immediate impact. Hooked literally first time I heard this. Songs like this are why in the last 20 years I have gone from “nah, I don’t like country” to it being by far the longest playlist on my phone.