Gentle rain
Astrud Gilberto & Stan Getz Lyrics

The lyrics to Astrud Gilberto's song Gentle Rain express a feeling of loneliness and isolation that is common to many people. The two characters in the song are lost and alone in the world, but they find solace in each other's company. The singer invites the other person to walk with her in the gentle rain, a metaphor for the emotional support that they can offer each other.

The line "Don't be afraid, I've a hand for your hand and I will be your love for a while" is a message of reassurance and support. The singer is offering to be there for the other person, even if it is only for a time. The idea that their love will be sweet and sad at the same time suggests a bittersweet quality to their connection. The gentle rain is a symbol of the tenderness and compassion that they are sharing.

The final refrain, "Like the gentle rain, like the gentle rain" reinforces the metaphor from earlier in the song. It is an expression of the enduring nature of their connection, despite the transience of their time together. The song is both sad and hopeful, acknowledging the challenges of life while celebrating the human capacity for empathy and connection.