Fire And Rain
Kenny "Babyface" Edmonds Lyrics
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Looks like the plans we made put an end to you
Walked out this morning and I wrote down this song
Just can't remember where to send it to
I've seen fire and I've seen rain
Seen sunny days that I thought would never end
Seen lonely times when I could not find a friend
Won't you look down on me, Jesus
You've got to help me make a stand
Just got to see me through another day
My body's aching and my time is at hand
I won't make it any other way
Oh, oh, I've seen fire and I've seen rain
I've seen sunny days that I thought would never end
Seen lonely times when I could not find a friend
But I always thought that I'd see you again, yeah
I've been walking my mind to an easy time
Back turned towards the sun
Lord knows when the cold wind blows turns you head around
Spend hours of time on the telephone line talking about things to come
But all dreams and flying machine fell to pieces on the ground
I've seen fire and I've seen rain
Seen sunny days that I thought would never end
Seen lonely times when I could not find a friend
But I always thought that I'd see you, again, yeah ooh
Oh no no, no oh oh oh yeah
I've been walking my mind to an easy time
Back turned towards the sun
Lord knows when the cold wind blows turns you head around, yeah
Spend hours of time on the telephone line talking about things to come
Sweet dreams and flying machines fell to pieces on the ground
Oh, I've seen fire and I've seen rain, oh
Seen sunny days that I thought would never end, oh no
Seen lonely times when I could not find a friend no, oh
But I always thought that I'd see you again,
I thought I'd see you once again
Oh, again again
Oh, again again
See you
Again again
Again again
Oh
Again again
Again again
Oh
See you
Again again
See you
Ooh yeah
Again again
Again again
See you
Again again
Again again
Again again
See you
Again again
Again again
Oh
The opening lyrics of “Fire and Rain” reveal a story of loss and mourning as the singer laments the news of someone's sudden and unexpected passing. The second line suggests that the deceased was an integral part of the singer's life and that their shared plans have come to an end. The third line, “Walked out this morning and I wrote down this song,” indicates that the singer began this song on the same day they learned of the news of the passing. The final line of the first verse, “Just can’t remember where to send it to,” is poignant and conveys a sense of confusion and loss.
The chorus, “I’ve seen fire and I’ve seen rain,” is the most recognizable part of the song, and it speaks to the ups and downs of life. The singer has experienced high points (sunny days) as well as low points (fire and rain), but they have always felt confident that they would see their loved one again. However, in the wake of their passing, the lyrics take on a new meaning. The second verse talks about how the singer has been “walking [their] mind to an easy time,” and they reflect on the happy memories they shared with the deceased. The line “Sweet dreams and flying machines fell to pieces on the ground” is a metaphor for the dashed hopes and crushed dreams that often come with grieving.
Overall, “Fire and Rain” is a song about the universal emotions of sadness, loss, and hope. It is a reminder that life is full of both joy and sorrow, and that we must cherish the moments we have with loved ones before it’s too late.
Line by Line Meaning
Yesterday morning they let me know you were gone
I found out yesterday morning that you had passed away.
Looks like the plans we made put an end to you
It seems that the things we had planned together somehow caused your death.
Walked out this morning and I wrote down this song
I woke up this morning and wrote this song about what has happened.
Just can't remember where to send it to
I don't know who to send or dedicate this song to.
I've seen fire and I've seen rain
I have experienced both good and bad times in my life.
Seen sunny days that I thought would never end
I have experienced happy times that I wished would last forever.
Seen lonely times when I could not find a friend
I have felt very alone and had no one to talk to.
Oh, But I always thought that I'd see you again
Despite the difficulties in my life and your death, I had always hoped to see you again.
Won't you look down on me, Jesus
I am asking for help and guidance from a higher power, in this case, Jesus.
You've got to help me make a stand
I need you to empower me to stand up for what I believe in.
Just got to see me through another day
I need the strength to make it through one more day.
My body's aching and my time is at hand
I am physically and emotionally exhausted and feel that I am running out of time.
I won't make it any other way
I cannot make it without divine intervention or help from someone else.
I've been walking my mind to an easy time
I am reminiscing about a simpler and happier time in my life in my mind.
Back turned towards the sun
My back is turned away from the brightness and hope that the sun represents.
Lord knows when the cold wind blows turns you head around
When difficult times come, they can quickly turn your life around and make you feel lost.
Spend hours of time on the telephone line talking about things to come
I spend a lot of time talking to others about the future and the things I hope will happen.
But all dreams and flying machine fell to pieces on the ground
All of my hopes, dreams, and plans have fallen apart and failed.
Oh no no, no oh oh oh yeah
This line is just an emotional outburst and doesn't have a specific meaning.
I thought I'd see you once again
I had always believed I would be reunited with you one day.
Contributed by Amelia R. Suggest a correction in the comments below.