Can You Stand The Rain
New Edition Lyrics
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When that's not possible
Tell me can you weather the storm?
'Cause I need somebody who will stand by me
Through the good times and bad times
She will always, always be right there
Tell me baby can you stand the rain?
Storms will come
This we know for sure (This we know for sure)
Can you stand the rain?
Love unconditional, I'm not asking just of you
And girl to make it last
I'll do whatever needs to be done
But I need somebody who will stand by me
When it's tough she won't run
She will always, be right there for me
Sunny days, everybody loves them, tell me, baby
Can you stand the rain? (Can you stand it?)
Storms will come (I know, I know all the days won't be perfect)
This we know for sure (But tell me can you stand it)
Can you stand the rain? (Can you stand the rain?)
Can you stand the rain
(Can you stand the rain?)
(No pressure, no pressure from me, baby)
This we know for sure
Can you stand the rain ('Cause I want you, and I need you, and I love you, girl)
(Tell me, baby)
Can you stand the rain
(Will you be there for me?)
(Come on, baby, let's go get wet)
Can you stand the rain
(Can you stand the rain?)
Can you stand the rain
(Will you be there, girl?)
Can you stand the rain
(Storms will come for sure)
Can you stand the rain
(Can you stand the rain?)
Can you stand the rain
(This we know for sure)
Can you stand the rain
Can you stand the rain
(This we know for sure)
Can you stand the rain
Can you stand the rain
(This we know for sure)
Can you stand the rain
Can you stand the rain
Yeah, it's gonna but I know, I know I'll be right there
(Can you stand the rain)
In New Edition's classic slow jam, "Can You Stand The Rain," the group sings of a relationship that can withstand any obstacle. The song is essentially about loyalty and trust, as the lyrics discuss the ups and downs of life and love. On a perfect day, the singer knows they can depend on their partner. But when times are tough, they ask if their love can weather the storm. The chorus repeats the question, asking if their partner can stand the rain, both literally and metaphorically (as in, can they weather the rainy days in the relationship).
The verses of the song draw upon classic romantic themes, such as unconditional love, making a relationship last, and being willing to do whatever it takes to make it work. The chorus provides a contrast to these idealistic sentiments, acknowledging that bad times will inevitably come. The ending of the song is particularly striking, as the music fades out but the lyrics continue, with the singer's voice becoming more distant. This creates a sense of uncertainty, leaving the listener to wonder if the relationship will in fact stand the rain.
Overall, "Can You Stand The Rain" is a heartfelt song about the sometimes rocky road of love. It emphasizes the importance of loyalty and commitment in a relationship, while acknowledging that even the strongest love can be tested at times.
Line by Line Meaning
On a perfect day, I know that I can count on you
I trust you to be there for me during the easy times.
When that's not possible
But life isn't always perfect.
Tell me can you weather the storm?
Can you handle the difficulties that life will bring?
'Cause I need somebody who will stand by me
I need someone who will support me.
Through the good times and bad times
Whether life is easy or hard.
She will always, always be right there
I believe she will be with me no matter what.
Sunny days, everybody loves them
Everyone enjoys good times.
Tell me baby can you stand the rain?
Can you handle the tough times?
Storms will come
Difficult times will happen, that's a fact.
This we know for sure (This we know for sure)
We can be certain of this reality.
Can you stand the rain?
Can you handle the tough times?
Love unconditional, I'm not asking just of you
I believe that love should be given freely, not just from you.
And girl to make it last
But we have to work to keep love strong over time.
I'll do whatever needs to be done
I'm willing to put in the effort to keep love strong.
But I need somebody who will stand by me
I still need someone to support me.
When it's tough she won't run
I need someone who won't leave me during hard times.
She will always, be right there for me
I trust she will be with me no matter how tough.
Can you stand the rain?
Can you handle the tough times?
Sunny days, everybody loves them, tell me, baby
Easy times are fun, but can you handle the hard times too?
Can you stand the rain? (Can you stand it?)
Can you handle the tough times?
Storms will come (I know, I know all the days won't be perfect)
Difficult times are inevitable.
This we know for sure (But tell me can you stand it)
We can be certain that hard times will come.
Can you stand the rain? (Can you stand the rain?)
Can you handle the tough times?
Can you stand the rain (No pressure, no pressure from me, baby)
I'm not forcing you to do anything you don't want to.
This we know for sure
We can't predict the future, but we know there will be tough times.
Can you stand the rain ('Cause I want you, and I need you, and I love you, girl)
I want to be with you through the good and the bad.
(Tell me, baby)
Can you handle the tough times with me?
Can you stand the rain (Will you be there for me?)
Can you support me through the tough times?
(Come on, baby, let's go get wet)
Let's face the tough times together!
Can you stand the rain (Can you stand the rain?)
Can you handle the tough times?
Can you stand the rain (Will you be there, girl?)
Will you support me through the hard times?
Can you stand the rain (Storms will come for sure)
Tough times are inevitable.
Can you stand the rain (Can you stand the rain?)
Can you handle the tough times?
Can you stand the rain (This we know for sure)
We know that tough times will come.
Can you stand the rain
Can you handle the tough times?
Can you stand the rain (This we know for sure)
We know that tough times will come.
Can you stand the rain
Can you handle the tough times?
Can you stand the rain (This we know for sure)
We know that tough times will come.
Can you stand the rain
Can you handle the tough times?
Yeah, it's gonna but I know, I know I'll be right there
I know tough times are coming, but I'll be there with you.
(Can you stand the rain)
Can you handle the tough times?
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: James Harris, Terry Lewis
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@shecops985
Back when black men made beautiful music that celebrated women instead of insulting them😅
@christinalove3910
Yasss exactly
@ThePhoenix3712
when they wasn't insulting black women and being disrespectfu.
@shecops985
***** sadly you are right. We need to see more positive image of black love in this country, especially in music and in movies.
@spoonxc.6743
Umm some women deserve to be treated like trash, feminism destroyed chivalry.... PS i am a woman , just telling you the truth...
@NewWorldRob
back when women didnt generalize black men but actually gave black men reason to celebrate you
@jameskachingwe4066
It’s 2024 and this still sounds like gold
@carml7985
❤❤❤❤❤❤
@margarethmalgas-ub3nt
There's isn't 4 them oldschool ❤❤
@priscillatakon3944
Seriously,indeed they was good music in the 90s