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Gene Kelly / Debbie Reynolds / Donald O'Connor / M-G-M Studio Orchestra Lyrics


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I'm singin' in the rain, just singin' in the rain
What a glorious feeling I'm happy again
I'm laughing at clouds so dark above
The sun's in my heart and I'm ready for love
Let the stormy clouds chase everyone from the place
Come on with the rain, I've a smile on my face
I'll walk down the lane with a happy refrain
And singin' just singin' in the rain

Why am I smilin' and why do I sing?
Why does December seem sunny as Spring?
Why do I get up each morning to start happy
And get up with joy in my heart?
Why is each new task a trifle to do?
Because I am living a life full of you

I'm singin' in the rain, just singin' in the rain
What a glorious feeling I'm happy again
I'm laughing at clouds so dark above
The sun's in my heart and I'm ready for love
Let the stormy clouds chase everyone from the place
Come on with the rain, I've a smile on my face




I'll walk down the lane with a happy refrain
And singin' just singin' in the rain

Overall Meaning

Gene Kelly's iconic song "I'm Singing In The Rain" is a testament to the healing power of music. The lyrics evoke a sense of joy, optimism, and contentment that is hard to come by in a world where negativity and pessimism seem to reign supreme. The first two lines of the song, "I'm singin' in the rain, just singin' in the rain," set the tone for the rest of the song, with the singer expressing their happiness and contentment with life. They describe their relationship with nature as they laugh at the dark clouds above and rejoice in the sunshine in their heart. The singer is so content that they invite the rain to come down and wash away anyone who does not share their happiness. They go on to describe how every new day is a joyful opportunity to carry out tasks because their life is full of meaning.


The song touches on themes of joy and happiness, and how these emotions can be found in the simplest pleasures of life, such as walking down a lane singing in the rain. The singer's sense of joy comes from a life filled with love and happiness, which makes every new day a joyous occasion. The song suggests that even in the midst of dark clouds and stormy weather, one should look for the positive, choosing to smile and sing through life's challenges.


Line by Line Meaning

I'm singin' in the rain, just singin' in the rain
I am expressing my happiness through song, despite the rain and any hardships in my life.


What a glorious feeling I'm happy again
It is a wonderful feeling to be happy once more, after struggling through a difficult time.


I'm laughing at clouds so dark above
Even in the face of clouds symbolizing hard times, I find joy and positivity.


The sun's in my heart and I'm ready for love
I am filled with warmth and love inside, and I am open to whatever love or positivity comes my way.


Let the stormy clouds chase everyone from the place
The hardships of life can drive people away, but I am not afraid to face them head on.


Come on with the rain, I've a smile on my face
I welcome the rain, because it cannot dampen my spirits or happiness.


I'll walk down the lane with a happy refrain
I will continue on in my life with a positive attitude, singing with joy no matter where life takes me.


And singin' just singin' in the rain
I will continue to express my happiness and positivity through song, regardless of any external circumstances.




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