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Maybe if it Rains
Carter Hulsey Lyrics
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Hold each other close, hold each other tight.
You're the one thing that I want,
When it's pouring in my life.
And maybe if it rains, we could go outside,
Maybe if it rains, we could go outside.
You know I was thinking that I'd like to settle down.
Sell everything, plant my dreams in the ground.
Watch what happens when the rain comes down,
Watch what happens when the rain comes down.
Baby I was wondering what you got going on,
For the rest of your life when I'm through with this song.
Cuz I got this nice piece if land, just outside of town.
And I was thinking I'd like to settle down,
I was wondering if you'd like to settle down.
The lyrics of Maybe if it Rains by Carter Hulsey depict the desire of the persona to find comfort in being with someone, even in the midst of difficulties. The rain serves as a metaphor for the trials and challenges that he faces in his life. In the first stanza, he suggests that being with the person he loves while it's raining will make things better. The line "You're the one thing that I want when it's pouring in my life" reflects that he finds solace in their love and support.
The following stanza narrates the persona's musings about settling down in an old house outside of town. He dreams of living a simpler life, of selling everything, and planting his dreams in the ground. The imagery of the rain is again employed to symbolize the growth and rejuvenation that come after difficult times. The line "Watch what happens when the rain comes down" connotes the idea that the rains bring forth new life and possibilities.
The final stanza involves the persona asking the person he loves about their future plans. He shares that he has a piece of land outside of town and would like to settle down someday. The repetition of the phrase "I was wondering if you'd like to settle down" accentuates that his love interest plays an integral role in his dreams of a simpler life.
The overall tone of the song is hopeful despite the struggles that the persona faces. It highlights the strength and support that one finds from a significant other during trying times.
Line by Line Meaning
Maybe if it rains, we could go outside.
If it rains, we could use that as an excuse to go outside together.
Hold each other close, hold each other tight.
While outside, we could cuddle to keep warm.
You're the one thing that I want, When it's pouring in my life.
You are the only thing I truly want when I'm going through a tough time.
And maybe if it rains, we could go outside, Maybe if it rains, we could go outside.
Repeating that we could use the rain as an excuse to spend time together outside.
You know I was thinking that I'd like to settle down.
I've been considering settling down and finding a place to call home.
To an old tired house, just outside of town.
I want to move to a quiet and simple home outside of the city.
Sell everything, plant my dreams in the ground.
I'm willing to let go of material possessions and focus on building a life with you.
Watch what happens when the rain comes down,
I want to experience the beauty of nature and see what happens during a rainstorm.
Baby I was wondering what you got going on,
I'm curious about what your plans are for the future.
For the rest of your life when I'm through with this song.
I want to spend the rest of my life with you, long after this song ends.
Cuz I got this nice piece if land, just outside of town.
I have found a piece of land that I think would be a great place to build a home.
And I was thinking I'd like to settle down,
I can't stop thinking about wanting to settle down with you and create a life together.
I was wondering if you'd like to settle down.
Would you be interested in building a life together with me?
Contributed by Hannah I. Suggest a correction in the comments below.