Man in the Rain
Mike Oldfield Lyrics


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You're the one who's nearly breaking my heart.
Had your chance, you just threw it all away.
Living in a world that you could never be a part of
And never time to walk away.

You can't stay, no, you can't stay.
You're no loser, there's still time to ride that train
And you must be on your way tonight.
Think anew right through, you're a man in the rain.

What's the use in hanging round these walls.
Lamps are burning, but nobody's at home.
There's a new day dawning as a cold rain falls
And now's the time to walk alone.

You can't stay, no, you can't stay.
You're no loser, there's still time to ride that train
And you must be on your way tonight.
Think anew right through, you're a man in the rain.

How's it feel when there's time to remember?
Branches bare, like the trees in November.

Had it all, threw it all away.
Now's the time to walk away.

You can't stay, no, you can't stay.
You're no loser, there's still time to ride that train
And you must be on your way tonight.
Think anew right through, you're a man in the rain.

How's it feel when there's time to remember?
Branches bare, like the trees in November.

How's it feel when there's time to remember?
Branches bare, like the trees in November.

You can't stay, no, you can't stay.
You're no loser, there's still time to ride that train
And you must be on your way tonight.
Think anew right through, you're a man in the rain.

Threw it all away, threw it all away
And now's the time to walk away.

You can't stay, no, you can't stay.
You're no loser, there's still time to ride that train




And you must be on your way tonight.
Think anew right through, you're a man in the rain.

Overall Meaning

The song "Man in the Rain" by Mike Oldfield talks about moving on from a past relationship or situation. The lyrics suggest that the singer has been hurt by someone who had a chance to be with them but decided to throw it all away. The singer realizes that they can no longer stay with this person because they are living in a world where they don't belong, and it's time to walk away.


The metaphor of the man in the rain represents the feelings of the singer, who is standing in the rain, facing the cold and the hardship, but is also moving forward. The lyrics emphasize the importance of taking control of your life and making the necessary changes to keep moving forward.


Overall, "Man in the Rain" is a song that speaks of growth, transformation and renewal, and encourages listeners to embrace change and leave behind the past.


Line by Line Meaning

You're the one who's nearly breaking my heart.
You are causing me great emotional distress.


Had your chance, you just threw it all away.
You had your opportunity, but you wasted it.


Living in a world that you could never be a part of and never time to walk away.
You exist in a place where you don't belong, but you cannot leave.


You can't stay, no, you can't stay.
You cannot remain in your current situation.


You're no loser, there's still time to ride that train
You are not a failure, there is still an opportunity to succeed.


And you must be on your way tonight.
You need to begin your journey right away.


Think anew right through, you're a man in the rain.
Reevaluate your situation and decisions, and emerge as a strong individual, even in difficult circumstances.


What's the use in hanging round these walls.
There is no benefit to staying in this place.


Lamps are burning, but nobody's at home.
The lights are on, but nobody is present to welcome you.


There's a new day dawning as a cold rain falls, and now's the time to walk alone.
A new beginning is upon you, and it is necessary to embark upon it alone, even in difficult circumstances.


How's it feel when there's time to remember? Branches bare, like the trees in November.
What does it feel like to reflect on the past, with nothing to show for it, like the barren trees in winter?


Threw it all away, threw it all away, and now's the time to walk away.
You disregarded everything you had and it's now time to move on.




Lyrics © BMG Rights Management
Written by: MIKE OLDFIELD

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