Born in Skewen, South Wales, Tyler rose to prominence with her first hit single "Lost in France" in 1976. She signed a management deal with British songwriters Ronnie Scott and Steve Wolfe, who wrote and co-produced Tyler's first four studio albums between 1977 and 1981. "It's a Heartache" became Tyler's first US hit, with worldwide sales in excess of 6 million.
In 1982, Tyler signed with CBS/Columbia and began working with producer-songwriter Jim Steinman. He wrote her biggest career hit, "Total Eclipse of the Heart", and produced its parent album, "Faster Than the Speed of Night" (1983), and the follow-up, "Secret Dreams and Forbidden Fire" (1986). Both albums were noted for their bombastic pop-rock production and melodramatic lyrics. Tyler's next album, "Hide Your Heart" (1988), was produced by Desmond Child and included several tracks that later became hits for other artists, including "The Best" for Tina Turner and "Save Up All Your Tears" for Cher.
Tyler leaned further into a commercial pop sound in the 1990s. She signed with Hansa Records and recorded her next album, "Bitterblue" (1991), with an assortment of producers including Giorgio Moroder, Roy Bittan and Dieter Bohlen. Her subsequent albums "Angel Heart" (1992)" and "Silhouette in Red" (1993) were recorded almost exclusively with Bohlen.
Towards the end of the 90s, Tyler moved to East West Records and recorded the albums "Free Spirit" (1995) and "All in One Voice" (1998). She continued to experiment with cross-genre sounds in the 2000s, recording the covers album "Heart Strings" (2003) with the City of Prague Philharmonic Orchestra. In 2004, Tyler began recording in Paris with producer Jean Lahcène, beginning with a re-recording of "Total Eclipse of the Heart" which topped the charts in France and Belgium. Tyler promoted her subsequent albums "Simply Believe" (2004) and "Wings" (2005) with a world tour and the release of her first concert film Bonnie on Tour.
Tyler spent the following eight years concentrating on her live work before returning to the studio for "Rocks and Honey" (2013). The album includes her UK Eurovision entry "Believe in Me". In 2018, Tyler reunited with David Mackay, who produced Tyler's first two albums in the 1970s, for her latest releases "Between the Earth and the Stars" (2019) and "The Best Is Yet to Come" (2021).
Tyler has contributed to several film soundtracks. Her most notable recording is "Holding Out for a Hero" which featured in Footloose, and has since become synonymous with action sequences, having later appeared in Shrek 2, Loki, and in numerous movie trailers. In 1984, Tyler sang the track "Here She Comes" for Giorgio Moroder's restoration of Fritz Lange's Metropolis, a recording which led to Tyler's third Grammy nomination.
Have You Ever Seen the Rain
Bonnie Tyler Lyrics
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I know, and it's been coming for sometime
When it's over so they say, it'll rain a sunny day
I know, shining down like water
I wanna know, have you ever seen the rain
I wanna know, have you ever seen the rain
Coming down on a sunny day, yeah, oh yeah
Yesterday and days before, sun is cold and rain is hot
I know, been that way for all my time
Till forever on it goes, through the circle fast and slow
I know, and I can't stop I wonder
Know yes I wanna know, have you ever seen the rain
I wanna know, have you ever seen the rain
Coming down on a sunny day, yeah
Yeah, I wanna know, have you ever seen the rain
Now I wanna know, have you ever seen the rain
Coming down on a sunny day
Have you ever seen the rain
Have you ever seen the rain
Have you ever seen the rain
Bonnie Tyler's song "Have You Ever Seen The Rain?" is a melodious song which deals with the metaphor of a storm as a metaphor for the difficulties and struggles in life. The opening line "Someone told me long ago there's a calm before the storm" refers to the idea that there are moments of peace and tranquility before major changes in life. This major change is often referred to as "the storm," which can encompass a variety of struggles or challenges such as a personal loss, a major life decision or even global catastrophes.
The song goes on to use imagery of rain as a cleansing force, comparing it to a "sunny day, shining down like water." The chorus "I wanna know, have you ever seen the rain" repeats throughout the song, highlighting the contrast between the storm and the aftermath of a new day. Bonnie Tyler's powerful voice and the guitar-driven melody perfectly complement the lyrics, capturing the feeling of hope and perseverance in the face of adversity.
Line by Line Meaning
Someone told me long ago there's a calm before the storm
It was brought to my attention that there is usually a period of stillness before a devastating event occurs
I know, and it's been coming for sometime
I am aware of this and have sensed the impending crisis for a while now
When it's over so they say, it'll rain a sunny day
It is said that after the turbulent times, there will be a period of peace and joy
I know, shining down like water
I am very familiar with this concept of happiness after sadness, it will be like the sun's rays reflecting off water
I wanna know, have you ever seen the rain
I am curious whether or not you have witnessed hard times before
Coming down on a sunny day, yeah, oh yeah
I am asking if you have experienced the irony of rain falling in the middle of a clear and bright day
Yesterday and days before, sun is cold and rain is hot
In the past, things were different, what was once hot is now cold and what was once cold is now hot
I know, been that way for all my time
I have lived long enough to observe these changes in the environment
Till forever on it goes, through the circle fast and slow
This cycle will continue indefinitely, moving in a rhythmic and varied pace
I know, and I can't stop I wonder
I am aware of this cycle, but still find myself questioning its significance and impact on my life
Now I wanna know, have you ever seen the rain
I am still curious if you have experienced difficult times in your life
Coming down on a sunny day
Having the rain fall despite a clear sky is a metaphor for the unexpectedness of hardship
Have you ever seen the rain
I am inquiring whether you have witnessed the harsh realities of life
Lyrics © CONCORD MUSIC PUBLISHING LLC
Written by: John Fogerty
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@mara-bp5bd
Someone told me long ago
There's a calm before the storm
I know, and its been coming for sometime
When its over so they say
It'll bring a sunny day
I know, shining down like water
I wanna know, have you ever seen the rain
I wanna know, have you ever seen the rain
Coming down on a sunny day
Yesterday and days before
Sun is cold and rain is hot
I know, been that way for all my time
Till forever on it goes
Fill the circle fast and slow
I know, and I cant stop my wonder
I wanna know, have you ever seen the rain
I wanna know, have you ever seen the rain
Coming down on a sunny day
I wanna know, have you ever seen the rain
I wanna know, have you ever seen the rain
Coming down on a sunny day
Have you ever seen the rain
@SandraLourencopt
Honestly, the only cover I can really appreciate of this song! John Fogerty is my favorite singer, but darn, Bonnie's voice and this arrangement is just perfect. What a way to own this! ❤️
@knutmartinjacobsen8488
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2oX2FSv4Rys
@dvelilla
Respectfully, this cover is a tragedy.
@galatin5278
This cover super amazing.
@sergiosantos6972
https://youtu.be/m0i_3wedEJY
@italia131
Vero! Arrangiamenti eccezionali stupenda. La più bella versione in assoluto.
@mattceranski4535
I absolutely love her. Amazing voice! Amazing talent. Thank you, Bonnie Tyler!
@amystar9327
One of the best songs ever.She takes it to another level.Flawless.
@user-sv9st3xv1m
I totally agree 👍
@luigipati3815
brilliant singer, I remember this song being sung in a tv commercial when I was a kid and living in a little town in Italy.....34 years ago 😢 it still rocks hard, and frankly blows the original away, with all due respect for CCR. Tyler really brings it to life! Great energy, the true spirit of rock music.