Catching Flies Lyrics


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Ah, rain, for rain, beautiful rain
Don't disturb me, beautiful rain
(Oh, oh oh)
Ah, rain, for rain, beautiful rain
Don't disturb me, beautiful rain
(Oh, oh, oh)
Ah, rain, for rain, beautiful rain
Don't disturb me, beautiful rain
(Oh, oh, oh)
Ah, rain, for rain, beautiful rain
Don't disturb me, beautiful rain
(Oh, oh, oh...)

Ah, rain, for rain, beautiful rain
Don't disturb me, beautiful rain
(Oh, oh, oh)
Ah, rain, for rain, beautiful rain
Don't disturb me, beautiful rain
(Oh, oh, oh)

Rain, rain, rain, rain
Rain, rain, rain, rain
Rain, rain, rain, rain
Rain, rain, rain, rain
Rain, rain, rain, rain
Rain, rain, rain, rain
Rain, rain, rain, rain
Rain, rain, rain, rain...

Ah, rain, for rain, beautiful rain
Don't disturb me, beautiful rain
(Oh, oh, oh)
Ah, rain, for rain, beautiful rain
Don't disturb me, beautiful rain
(Oh, oh, oh)
Ah, rain, for rain, beautiful rain
Don't disturb me, beautiful rain
(Oh, oh, oh)
Ah, rain, for rain, beautiful rain




Don't disturb me, beautiful rain
(Oh, oh, oh...)

Overall Meaning

These lyrics are simple yet beautiful. The song "Yǔ" by Catching Flies is an instrumental piece with a repetitive and hypnotic vocal chant of "Ah, rain, for rain, beautiful rain. Don't disturb me, beautiful rain." The sound of rain can be heard throughout the song along with other nature sounds like birds chirping, which create a calm and peaceful atmosphere. The title "Yǔ" means rain in Mandarin, which explains why rain plays a central role in the song. Rain is often associated with sadness and melancholy, but in this song, the rain seems to have a purifying and tranquilizing effect. The lyrics appear to be an invocation of the beauty and serenity of the rain, and a plea to not interrupt its cleansing power.


The repeating lyrics suggest a contemplative and meditative state of mind, created by the soothing sound of rain. This song could be interpreted in different ways depending on the listener's personal experience with rain. Some may find comfort and joy in the cleansing and rejuvenating effects of the rain, while others might find the sound and imagery of rain to be melancholic and mournful. Overall, this song has a calming and uplifting effect, with a simple and poignant message about the beauty of nature and its healing power.


Line by Line Meaning

Ah, rain, for rain, beautiful rain
Oh how wonderful the rain is, it is meant to be appreciated and enjoyed


Don't disturb me, beautiful rain
Let me bask in the beauty and peacefulness of the rain without interruptions


Rain, rain, rain, rain
Continual rain can be seen as monotonous, but it is also a reminder of nature's constancy




Writer(s): george keane

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@SongsWorthIt

This song fills up my heart with sorrow(vocals),nostalgia (some particular guitar parts), and joy (rhythm)

@deth3234

Can we talk about how clean this drum track is??

@LEWOO7

This comes on smooth chill radio station like every day

@andrewwinburn3991

Wildly talented. I love alllllllll of your songs

@andro4384

This is heaven. :'( <3

@leenonelofi5460

Love every release! Please keep them coming❤️

@SongsWorthIt

this song is giving me the chills...and it's kind of funky too in some parts with the guitar.. love it...

@michalnastoupil6506

Beautiful….

@Arias1101

So good...

@aaronbermudez5624

Sounds amazing, keep it up this is good stuff!!

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