Come Rain or Come Shine
Duke Ellington Lyrics


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I'm gonna love you
Like no one's loved you
Come rain or come shine
High as a mountain
Deep as a river
Come rain or come shine

I guess when you met me
It was just one of those things
But don't ever bet me
'Cause I'm gonna be true
If you'll let me

You're gonna love me
Like nobody's loved me
Come rain or come shine
Happy together
Unhappy together
And won't it be fine?

Days may be cloudy or sunny
We're in or we're out of money
But I'm with you always
I'm with you rain or shine

I'm gonna love you
Like nobody's loved you
Come rain or come shine
Happy together
Unhappy together
And won't it be fine?

Days may be cloudy or sunny
We're in or we're out of money




But I'm with you always
I'm with you rain or shine

Overall Meaning

Duke Ellington's "Come Rain or Come Shine" is an enduring love song that speaks to the commitment and devotion of a lover. The lyrics convey the message that the singer is wholly committed to loving their partner, come what may. The repetition of the phrase "come rain or come shine" highlights the singer's dedication to their partner, even through difficult times. The similes in the second verse, "high as a mountain, deep as a river," further emphasize the depth and breadth of the singer's love, highlighting its solidity and continuity.


The song also speaks to the importance of reciprocity in a loving relationship. The line "you're gonna love me like nobody's loved me" indicates that the singer seeks an equal level of devotion and commitment from their partner. The line "happy together, unhappy together, won't it be fine?" suggests that the singer is content to face any obstacle as long as they are facing it together.


Overall, Duke Ellington's "Come Rain or Come Shine" is a beautiful tribute to the enduring power of love and the need for mutual commitment in a lasting relationship.


Line by Line Meaning

I'm gonna love you
I promise to love you deeply and with my whole self.


Like no one's loved you
My love for you is unparalleled and unconditional.


Come rain or come shine
I'll love you through all the ups and downs of life, no matter what.


High as a mountain
My love for you is monumental and unshakeable.


Deep as a river
My love for you is boundless and unending.


I guess when you met me
When we first met, it might have seemed like chance or coincidence.


It was just one of those things
But in hindsight, I know it was fate that brought us together.


But don't ever bet me
Don't doubt my loyalty or devotion.


'Cause I'm gonna be true
I promise to always be honest and faithful to you.


If you'll let me
As long as you give me the chance, I'll be the best partner and lover I can be.


You're gonna love me
I'm confident that you'll feel the same depth and intensity of love that I feel for you.


Like nobody's loved me
Your love for me will be just as unconditional and intense as mine is for you.


Happy together
We'll share many joyful moments and experiences together.


Unhappy together
We'll also experience sadness and difficulty as a couple, but we'll get through it together.


And won't it be fine?
In the end, the strength and depth of our love will make everything worthwhile.


Days may be cloudy or sunny
Life is unpredictable and sometimes difficult.


We're in or we're out of money
We might have financial hardships, but we'll support each other through them.


But I'm with you always
No matter what happens, I'll always be by your side.


I'm with you rain or shine
I'll love you through all of life's storms and all of its sunshine.




Lyrics © S.A. MUSIC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Harold Arlen, Johnny Mercer

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