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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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@mr.traditionalist7948

This movie has THE best dance sequences I have ever seen. So crisp, synchronized, and catchy. An instant classic I’ve enjoyed since I was 5.

@princessthyemis

ME TOO!! my mom sang this to me when I was little! I actually had no idea it was a real song until today! I thought my mom invented it!

@ILuvAyeAye

Awww, I was just commenting the same thing! My mom would say “we slept the whole night through” instead hah.

@shanisafan

Watch the Nicholas Brothers choreography in Stormy Weather. You will be amazed by the dance moves in that clip.

@mimidavis9534

That jump from the bar did not look easy yet they did it flawlessly! 😮

@susanlloyd7395

Gene Kelly was a genius choreographer.

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@sav99786

My Nanna used to sing this to me every morning when she woke me up. Now I sing it to my son. I used to watch Singing in the Rain on her VCR all the time. Great memories.

@JOE-on4pi

@yootoobsuks4210

I love that! 🥰

@user-pf8wb6ph4f

My mom used to sing it to me in the morning as well. Now i sing it to my girlfriend

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