However, for a brief period of time in the 1970s, she was one of Country Music's best-selling artists in her own right, acclaimed for her million-selling 1975 Country Pop crossover hit "I'm Not Lisa" and several best-selling albums. She became known as the "first lady" of the Outlaw country movement.
Out Of The Rain
Jessi Colter Lyrics
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I've been so long where the sun don't shine
Standin' at the cross-roads
Could've went either way
But now I've found you
And the storm is behind
(Out of the rain, out of the rain)
Over the wall, I'm out in the open
Back on the right track, I'm feeling no pain
You took a Sparrow and let it fly with the Eagles
I can see a long ways, I can feel love again
(Out of the rain, out of the rain, yeah)
There was a time I was taking no prisoners
Standin' with a cold heart, standin' alone (all alone)
It took your sweet love (sweet love)
To pull me out of the canyon
I believe that I can make it now (I can make it, yeah)
I feel I belong
(Out of the rain, out of the rain, yeah)
(Out of the rain, out of the rain, Lord)
The song "Out of the Rain" by Jessi Colter talks about finding salvation after being lost and broken for so long. The beginning of the song paints a picture of a person who has been enduring a difficult time, possibly experiencing depression or going through a tough period in their life. The metaphor "stood so long where the sun don't shine" suggests that this person has been stuck in a dark and difficult place for a while, waiting for something or someone to help them out of it. Although they were at a crossroads before and could have gone either way, they finally found someone (presumably a lover) who helped them find their way out of the storm and into the shelter – out of the rain.
As the song progresses, it becomes clear that the person has gone through a transformation. They are no longer feeling pain, but rather, they are flying with the eagles and feeling loved again. The metaphor of flying with the eagles suggests that they have risen above their difficulties and are now soaring high. They have been able to see things from a different perspective and are no longer feeling confined to the dark and difficult space they were in before. It took the love of another person to help them out of the canyon, to show them that they could make it and belong.
Overall, the song is about finding hope and connection in difficult times. It speaks to the power of love and how it can lift us out of the darkest places and help us see the light again.
Line by Line Meaning
Out of the rain, under the shelter
After being stuck in a dark and hopeless situation, I have finally found a safe haven
I've been so long where the sun don't shine
I have been in a place with no positivity or hope for a long time
Standin' at the cross-roads, Could've went either way
I was facing a critical decision point where either choice could have led to a different path in life
But now I've found you, And the storm is behind
Fortunately, I found someone to guide me through the difficult time, and now the worst part is over
Over the wall, I'm out in the open
Now I have escaped from the enclosed darkness and have a clear and open view of the world
Back on the right track, I'm feeling no pain
I am finally back on track and moving forward with a sense of security and hope, and I am free from any lingering emotional pain
You took a Sparrow and let it fly with the Eagles
You helped me reach new heights and achieve more than I thought was possible
I can see a long ways, I can feel love again
I have gained perspective and can envision a positive future, and I am also able to feel love and happiness once again
There was a time I was taking no prisoners, Standin' with a cold heart, standin' alone (all alone)
I used to have a tough exterior and shut myself off from others, but now I have softened and opened up to love and connection
It took your sweet love (sweet love), To pull me out of the canyon, I believe that I can make it now (I can make it, yeah), I feel I belong
Your love and support were crucial in helping me escape the depths of despair, and I now have faith in myself and feel like I belong in the world
(Out of the rain, out of the rain, yeah)
Repeated chorus line emphasizing the relief and gratitude felt for having escaped the hardships of the past
(Out of the rain, out of the rain, Lord)
Repeated chorus line giving thanks and acknowledging a higher power for helping in the journey to escape the rain and find a better place in life
Contributed by Jacob G. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@vickiemcgeary5527
❤ love you and your music ❤
@jacksonking61537
Dear goodness. Waylon has a voice like no other. Touches my soul.
@bbednorz319
I missed his laugh here, but there’s no mistaking his guitar in this song! Loved Waylon!!
@onrywaymore104
Waylon was the best!
@CatherineSTodd
I need a shelter right now, and this song is it. Hymnal at it's finest. Makes me want to go to church.
@onrywaymore104
Jessi does sound so soulful singing this ;one of her best songs.
@jacksonking61537
Such soul Jessi. Beautiful.
@sandradurham
Hi, this has just appeared on my home screen. Jessie sings it so beautifully & the accompaniment of Waylon & Tony Jo White is fantastic. 👍❤🎼🎹🎻🎵🎶. Really enjoyed your photos on this one.
@onrywaymore104
Thank you, Sandra, this really is a hidden gem by Jessi.🎸🎶🎼💿🎧
@mandanhusker24
Great job by Jessi; she always did have a unique voice for country music, more bluesy than those pop country singers.