Rain
Bruce Ruffin Lyrics
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And with ev'ry drop of rain, you know, I love you more
Let it rain all night long
Let my love for you grow strong
As long as we're together
Who cares about the weather
Listen to the falling rain, listen to it fall
Call my name right out loud
I can hear above the clouds
And I'm here among the puddles
You and I together huddle
Listen to the falling rain, listen to it rain
It's raining, it's pouring
The old man is snorin'
He went to bed, he bumped his head
He couldn't get up in the mornin'
Listen to the falling rain, listen to it fall
And with ev'ry drop of rain, I can hear you call
Call my name right out loud
I can hear above the clouds
And I'm here among the puddles
You and I together huddle
Listen to the falling rain, listen to it rain
Listen to the falling rain, listen to the rain
Listen to the falling rain, listen to the rain ...
"Rain" by Bruce Ruffin is a classic love song that describes a couple's love growing stronger as they listen to the pouring rain. The opening lines of the song encourage the listener to pay attention to the sound of the rain falling, suggesting that it represents the growing passion of the singer for his beloved. Every drop of rain represents his love growing stronger and more passionate. The chorus of the song emphasizes the idea that rain is not a hindrance to their love but instead helps it grow stronger, and that as long as they’re together, they can weather any storm.
The second verse emphasizes the idea of the couple being together even in the midst of the rain. The rain serves as a backdrop to their love as they huddle together and listen to the rain call out. The third verse, which has no direct connection to the rest of the lyrics, appears to be a playful adaptation of an old nursery rhyme. Although it could be seen as random, it also illustrates how the rain can affect the world around the singer, perhaps indicating that he believes the rain brings people together in various ways.
Overall, the lyrics of "Rain" evokes a sense of passion and devotion even in the midst of challenging circumstances like the rain. The song celebrates love that can withstand any weather, and its simple yet timeless lyrics make it memorable for generations.
Line by Line Meaning
Listen to the pouring rain, listen to it pour
Pay attention to the rainfall and the sound it creates.
And with ev'ry drop of rain, you know, I love you more
Each time it rains, my feelings of love for you grow deeper.
Let it rain all night long
I welcome the rain and want it to continue for a long time.
Let my love for you grow strong
I want my love for you to become more powerful and meaningful.
As long as we're together
I am content as long as we are spending time with each other.
Who cares about the weather
The weather does not matter as long as we are together.
It's raining, it's pouring
It is currently raining very heavily.
The old man is snorin'
An elderly man is sleeping soundly despite the loud noise of the rain.
He went to bed, he bumped his head
The man hit his head before going to bed.
He couldn't get up in the mornin'
The man was unable to wake up the next morning after hitting his head.
Listen to the falling rain, listen to it fall
Pay attention to the sound of the water drops hitting the ground.
And with ev'ry drop of rain, I can hear you call
The sound of the rain reminds me of your voice calling my name.
Call my name right out loud
Say my name very clearly and loudly.
I can hear above the clouds
I can hear your voice even if you are far away and the sound of the rain is loud.
And I'm here among the puddles
I am standing in the water on the ground created by the rain.
You and I together huddle
We are standing closely together to keep each other warm and dry.
Listen to the falling rain, listen to it rain
Pay attention to the sound of the raindrops hitting the ground.
Listen to the falling rain, listen to the rain
Continue to listen to the sound of the rainfall.
Contributed by Molly N. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
David Marks
Can't count how many times I keep being asked 'wha's that rain tune again?' Never gets old. This tune is ageless!
Dragonrdh
Bruce used to live in our neighbourhood in London in the 70s; as a teen I was thrilled when he drove by in his pink Rolls Royce and long leather coat, and hollered 'Hi' to us. A very nice guy.
Scruffyman81
Great song!
Kelly02895
Never heard this song before....I like it a lot!!!
outercyberia
WOW 🤩 !!!!!!!
Susie Q
Bruce was married to a cousin of mine - he was a decent man - l still remember him. Hi Bruce if you read this hope you are well - Little Sue ❤
Peter Martini-Yates
Brilliant
Opinions Animation Studios
Note to Scruffyman81: AGREED! The openeer track of Side B...Written by Jose Feliciano...The *BEST* cover version of one of his tunes; And from the VERY EXCELLENT Eponymous 1971 LP by Ruffin (Rhino/EMI Label) Thanx fer this, m8..
oscar75
♥♥
Dave Payne
rice and peas tune