The Rain
Jill Scott Feat. Will Smith Lyrics
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The little rain drops fallin' down on me
But I can't seem to feel it, feel it
Feel it coming over me
The rain gon' come through the window; pain will come
Black, white, rich, poor; it's the same old drum
Rainy days like the war, use wisdom as a weapon
Let the children feel the rain, 'cause if they feel the rain
From the wetness, they stand to gain
I came into the game; it felt like the middle of June
Music was warm; artists, like flowers: they bloom
Then boom; I shook the room, many felt the thunder
My time to shine; did it like summer
I wondered if the sun would shine forever
Pops said, 'rain gon' come.' to him I said, 'never'
Cheddar in the genes, face on screens
Got a benz wit' the sheen, but what did it all mean?
I earned money and burned money, credit cards smokin'
Platinum, Grammys, famous, but still broke and
Not having cash put me in check
Yo, the road to the riches is slippery when wet
Amongst the fall is where you truly find yourself
Ever since then, the rain I never felt
Deal wit' it
[Chorus]
At age seventeen, the worst pain: a hurricane
Her first name still conjures the rain
Vowed to never let nobody ever get me wet
Lest we forget, love is a four season concept
Many say the rain they can't stand
Never let the weather determine the man
God has a plan; from it I never ran
Follow my heart through the storm, my umbrella in hand
I'm Noah, life's my arc
Forty days and forty nights; still can't take my heart
Seen the fallen man
To dope and liquor brands
The devil'll dance to make it rain
Bringing the pain
Walk through the puddles of struggle on flooded streets
Soakin' wet, but mastered the art of peace
Through grey skies I grew wise, on bended knees I knelt
Since then, the rain I never felt
What's wit' it?
[Chorus]
Sometimes I sit in my room, stuff on my mind
Stress, can't rest, so I open the blinds
See kids in the streets, runnin' around
It wasn't touchin' 'em, but the rain was comin' down
I wondered how, with my mouth wide
Reminisce of the key, said I want to go outside
In the rain, to see if the same would happen to me
'Bout that time God started rappin' to me
He said, 'pain is the mother of change, the rain must flow
So the seeds of joy might grow
Don't be afraid, find shelter in me
The road to greatness through the valley of adversity.'
I felt the light as He proceeded to drop the gem
These little children; the world we must receive like them
I just smiled, and thanked Him for the cards He dealt
And since then, the rain I never felt
What's wit' it?
[Chorus]
The song "The Rain" by Jill Scott featuring Will Smith is a powerful and insightful commentary on life's struggles and the impact they can have on one's perspective. The chorus speaks of rain falling on the singer but not being able to feel it, suggesting a desensitization to pain and hardship that can occur over time. The verses delve deeper into the ways in which one can confront, endure, and ultimately overcome life's difficulties.
The first verse suggests that everyone experiences hardship, regardless of their background or circumstances. Rainy days and wars alike require the use of wisdom as a weapon, and one must keep moving forward despite the challenges. The singer also reflects on their own journey to fame and fortune, noting that while material success came, it did not necessarily bring fulfillment or security.
The second verse is more personal, referencing the singer's experience with Hurricane Katrina and vowing to never let anyone or anything make them feel vulnerable again. They connect this to a broader point about the need to face challenges head-on and not let external factors determine one's worth or trajectory. Through it all, they find a sense of peace and resilience that allows them to weather any storm.
Overall, "The Rain" is a deeply introspective and emotionally resonant song that encourages listeners to confront and overcome their struggles with grace and resilience.
Lyrics © DistroKid, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: JACOB LEE WILLIAMS, THOMAS JOIN LAMBERT, THOMAS BROUSSARD
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@aravianewton5505
This is one of the dopest song ever that he made when I first heard it I feel in love with it.. it has a deep meaning more then we will ever know
@cwoherem
Wat i like about this song is that its perfect, the 3 main factors of a song syncs perferctly. When u listen to the song, u can relate to it: The Tune is slow and very peaceful The Rapper's Lyrical content plays in with the music very well, especially based on topic will smith is rapping about. When u listen the song, you're also deeply listening to wat he is saying about life The Chorus, with Jill Scott singing with her soft spoken voice, It perfectly fits in to the music.
@kingrob29
Love Jill Scott's vocals on this!
@youngkey3051
My favorite Will Smith record....
@antrite08
i wish there were more song like this on the radio this song is one of the best Will's ever done! it's almost better than Tell Me Why!
@africanbella28
This song proves that Will Smith IS a good rapper. He has his own style. Love the collaboration with Jill. Nice song!
@lankastai
This is the track that introduced me to Jill Scott. Excellent track. If only Will could do more of such tracks instead of that 'thousand kisses' stuff
@Sumfood4u
MY Favorite Will Smith Song Cheer UP during Hardtimes
@Bam198
I have this song on the original Willenium Cassette, Amazing song, one of my favorites
@jkatrice07
Love this song... irememeber being like 9... buying this CD and having this on repeat...