George Benson (b. March 22, 1943, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania) is an American musician, whose recording career began at the age of twenty-one as a jazz guitarist. He is however, better known to the public at large as a Pop and R&B singer, famous for such hits as "Give Me The Night", "Lady Love Me (One More Time)", "Turn Your Love Around", "In Your Eyes" and "This Masquerade", among others.
Let It Rain
George Benson & Al Jarreau Lyrics
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I can hear my mama talking to me
She said, 'Girl, you need to change your attitude'
I come home tired and I'm rude to you
And I've got a little problem with 'I'm sorry'
I say go to hell and in a hurry
And if that hurts, I get a little mad at you
Well, if tears like rain have magic powers
Here they come again, them midnight showers
Let it rain tonight, purify like holy water
When I pray tonight, gonna say how much I want her
Start it again baby baby oh I wanna start again
And take it way back when
Do you remember those sweet talks early morning?
Looking and I turn into the dawning
If this works I'll thank the Lord with gratitude
I tell you I'd do all I got to do
But if tears like rain have magic powers
Here they come again, them midnight showers
Let it rain tonight, purify like holy water
Gonna pray tonight, gonna say how much I want her
Start it again, baby baby ooh I wanna start again
Take it way back when, well, well, yeah, yeah, come on
Let it rain, water wait I'm walkin'
Wash me up and wash me down
Gonna be good for me, oh let it rain
No more turning, no more tossing
Just like Christmas in the morning for you and me
Let it rain tonight, purify like holy water
When I pray tonight, gonna say how much I want her
Start it again
Take it way back when
Let it rain, tell water to wait I'm walkin'
Wash me up and wash me down, be good for me
Let it rain, no more turning and tossing
Just like Christmas in the morning for you and me
Let it rain tonight, purify like holy water
When I pray tonight
The lyrics to George Benson & Al Jarreau's song "Let It Rain" describe a person who is aware of their flaws and shortcomings in a relationship. The singer acknowledges that they can be selfish, moody, and rude towards their partner when they come home tired. However, they know that they need to change their attitude and be more accommodating towards their significant other. They also express difficulty in apologizing and can become jealous when their partner spends time with someone else.
The singer then transitions into a chorus that focuses on the transformative power of tears. They compare their tears to rain and acknowledge that crying can be therapeutic and purifying. The singer clearly desires a renewed start in their romantic relationship and prays for their partner to see how much they love and need them. They suggest going back to the time in their relationship where they shared sweet moments together and want to reignite the spark that they once had.
Overall, the lyrics to "Let It Rain" are introspective and vulnerable, displaying the challenges that can arise in romantic relationships and the desire for renewal and growth.
Line by Line Meaning
I can be so selfish, sad and moody
I sometimes act self-centered, unhappy and temperamental
I can hear my mama talking to me
I remember my mother's advice
She said, 'Girl, you need to change your attitude'
She advised me to alter my behavior
I come home tired and I'm rude to you
I often arrive fatigued and impolite to you
And I've got a little problem with 'I'm sorry'
I struggle to apologize at times
I say go to hell and in a hurry
My response can be harsh and quick
And if that hurts, I get a little mad at you
If that causes pain, I may become upset with you
The truth we know I'm a little jealous too
In all honesty, I am also somewhat envious
Well, if tears like rain have magic powers
If crying is effective emotionally
Here they come again, them midnight showers
I am experiencing tears at night
Let it rain tonight, purify like holy water
Allow it to rain for a cleansing effect
When I pray tonight, gonna say how much I want her
During my prayer, I will express my desire
Start it again baby baby oh I wanna start again
I want to restart things with my lover
And take it way back when
And go back to when things were better
Do you remember those sweet talks early morning?
Do you recall the lovely conversations in the morning?
Looking and I turn into the dawning
Gazing, waiting for sunrise
If this works I'll thank the Lord with gratitude
Should it succeed, I will express gratitude to the Lord
I tell you I'd do all I got to do
I promise to do all that's necessary
Let it rain tonight, purify like holy water
Allow it to rain for a cleansing effect
Gonna pray tonight, gonna say how much I want her
I will pray to express my desire for her
Start it again, baby baby ooh I wanna start again
I want another chance to restart with my lover
Take it way back when, well, well, yeah, yeah, come on
Let's go back to the good times, come on
Let it rain, water wait I'm walkin'
Allow it to rain, I'll be walking in the water
Wash me up and wash me down
Cleanse me completely
Gonna be good for me, oh let it rain
This will be beneficial for me, so let it rain
No more turning, no more tossing
No more hesitation or indecisiveness
Just like Christmas in the morning for you and me
It will feel like Christmas morning for us
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: AL JARREAU, BARRY JAMES EASTMOND
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@tialyons4622
I can be so selfish, sad and moody
I can hear my mama talking to me
She said, 'Girl, you need to change your attitude'
I come home tired and I'm rude to you
And I've got a little problem with 'I'm sorry'
I say go to hell and in a hurry
And if that hurts, I get a little mad at you
The truth we know I'm a little jealous too
Well, if tears like rain have magic powers
Here they come again, them midnight showers
Let it rain tonight, purify like holy water
When I pray tonight, gonna say how much I want her
Start it again baby baby oh I wanna start again
And take it way back when
Do you remember those sweet talks early morning?
Looking and I turn into the dawning
If this works I'll thank the Lord with gratitude
I tell you I'd do all I got to do
But if tears like rain have magic powers
Here they come again, them midnight showers
Let it rain tonight, purify like holy water
Gonna pray tonight, gonna say how much I want her
Start it again, baby baby ooh I wanna start again
Take it way back when, well, well, yeah, yeah, come on
Let it rain, water wait I'm walkin'
Wash me up and wash me down
Gonna be good for me, oh let it rain
No more turning, no more tossing
Just like Christmas in the morning for you and me
Let it rain tonight, purify like holy water
When I pray tonight, gonna say how much I want her
Start it again
Take it way back when
Let it rain, tell water to wait I'm walkin'
Wash me up and wash me down, be good for me
Let it rain, no more turning and tossing
Just like Christmas in the morning for you and me
Let it rain tonight, purify like holy water
When I pray tonight
@jonesing88
This song is so comforting-simply beautiful. George and Al have always been appreciated,but I have a new appreciation for Patti Austin. After hearing this and "Let it ride" I am blown away. Give this woman a Grammy already. If I had a record label she would be on it.
@lawrencegray5242
It's a shame the young people of today don't appreciate GREAT MUSIC like this...............................SAD
@user-gv2cj1in8s
ne partage pas ta vie privee mon ami
@mainanjeru9645
This is one of my all time favourite jazz songs. Can never get tired of listening to it.
Great talent.
@soap1919jt
Three legends at work! Patti, George and Al ... O-M-G!!!
@olivernqubelani6659
A classic of no description- al jarreau George and patti. Thank you guys!!!
@davidalexander9789
This is what happens when good artist come together on a project.
@Madea8917
I love this song. I like all three of them Al Jarreau, George Benson and Patti Austin.
@jamesdavis7857
Absolutely love this one. What a great collection of talent.
@quewyw9001
This arrangement is just sooooo out of this world! The best persons to sing were chosen for this one. This collaboration was just amazing...One of my favourite Smooth Jazz vocals.