The Rain
Baby Fox Lyrics
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Adored by that sex, soaked in wine
The dark world we hide
Paint the child to entice...
Rain, suicide is rain in pain
Suicide is rain in pain
Falling into gutters, they splash their remains
What is night without stars?
What is dark about the heart?
What's in the park, we're not there anyway
Rain, suicide is rain in pain
Suicide is rain in pain
Suicide is rain in pain
Suicide is rain...
I can't be bothered, I can't be bothered, I can't be bothered
Friend of mine, sex is child inside
Adored by that sex, soaked in wine
The dark world we hide
Paint the child to entice...
Rain, suicide is rain in pain
Suicide is rain in pain
Suicide is rain in pain
Suicide is rain in pain
Suicide is rain in pain
Suicide is rain in pain
Suicide is rain in pain
Falling into gutters they...splash their remains
Baby Fox's song Rain reflects on the painful realities of life as the lyrics delve into the themes of darkness, despair, and suicide. The first stanza speaks of a child within, an innocent and pure soul, yet corrupted by sexual desires and the consumption of wine. The line "paint the child to entice" vividly portrays the dark world in which the child is entangled, forcing them to engage in vices far beyond their age. The child is lost and unprotected, left to face the harsh realities of a world where they do not belong.
The chorus "suicide is rain in pain" is indicative of the overwhelming feeling of despair, with suicide being perceived as an escape from the pain. The line "falling into gutters, they splash their remains" further emphasizes the bleak nature of the song as it describes the image of a lifeless body falling and hitting the hard, dirty floor, leaving behind just remnants of the individual.
The second stanza asks the questions "what is night without stars?" and "what is dark about the heart?" These questions suggest that darkness and pain are an inevitable part of life, but at times, they can be overwhelming and unbearable. The final line "what's in the park, we're not there anyway" suggests that the hopelessness is so intense that it stops the singer from enjoying even the beauty of nature.
Overall, Baby Fox's song Rain delivers a sombre and powerful message about the dark realities of life, and the struggle to overcome them.
Line by Line Meaning
Friend of mine, sex is child inside
The singer is addressing a friend, stating that the concept of sex is a childish impulse within all of us.
Adored by that sex, soaked in wine
The idea of sexual desire is highly regarded, and often paired with the intoxicating effects of alcohol.
The dark world we hide
There is a hidden, shadowy aspect of our world that we do not often acknowledge.
Paint the child to entice...
The idea of sex is often portrayed in a way that is meant to be alluring and tempting.
Rain, suicide is rain in pain
The artist is equating rain with thoughts of suicide, which can be a source of emotional pain.
Falling into gutters, they splash their remains
In the same way that rain water may end up in a gutter, those who succumb to suicidal thoughts are often forgotten and reduced to mere remnants.
What is night without stars?
The singer is questioning the value of darkness without something to give it meaning or purpose.
What is dark about the heart?
Similarly, there is nothing inherently negative about darkness or negative emotions that arise from the heart.
What's in the park, we're not there anyway
Even if there is something of value in the world outside, we may not have the capability or inclination to seek it out.
I can't be bothered, I can't be bothered, I can't be bothered
The artist feels a sense of apathy or detachment from the world around them, and does not feel motivated to pursue anything else.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: ANDY BELL, VINCE CLARKE
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