Buckets Of Rain
Redbird Lyrics


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Buckets of rain, buckets of tears
I got all them buckets comin' out of my ears
I got buckets of moonbeams in my hand
And you got all the love, honey baby, I can stand

I been meek, hard like an oak
I seen pretty people disappear like smoke
And friends will arrive and disappear
You want me, honey baby, I'll be here

Like your smile and your fingertips
And like the way you move your hips
And I like the cool way you look at me
Everything about you is bringing me misery

Little red wagon, little red bike
I ain't no monkey but I know what I like
And I like the way you love me strong and slow
I'm takin' you with me, honey baby, when I go

Hey, life is sad and life is a bust
All you can do is do what you must
Then you do what you must do and do it well
I'll do it for you, honey baby, can't you tell?

It's buckets of rain, buckets of tears
I got all them buckets comin' out of my ears
I got buckets of moonbeams in my hand
You got all the love, honey baby, I can stand




You got all the love, honey baby, I can stand
Hey, you got all the love, honey baby, I can stand

Overall Meaning

The song "Buckets of Rain" by Redbird talks about a love that is overwhelming. The first few lines of the song refer to the singer's overwhelming emotions. Buckets of rain and tears are metaphors for overwhelming emotions that are pouring out of him. He is overwhelmed with all kinds of emotions - sorrow, joy, and love. He also talks about having buckets of moonbeams in his hand, which may represent hope and positivity. The singer is trying to convey that he is feeling a lot at once, and it may be difficult to process it all.


The second verse of the song talks about the singer's experiences with life. People he's known have disappeared, and friendships have come and gone. Through all of this, he makes a promise to the person he loves that he'll always be there for them. He goes on to compliment his partner on her smile, the way she moves, and the way she looks at him. Despite these compliments, he admits that everything about her brings him misery. This could be interpreted as the struggles that come with a relationship or the difficulty of maintaining one.


The bridge of the song is a call to action to keep going, no matter how difficult life may be. The singer acknowledges that life is sad and can be tough at times, but that we must do what we must do and do it well. He then pledges to do all he can for his partner - a declaration of his love and commitment to their relationship.


Overall, "Buckets of Rain" is a bittersweet love song that acknowledges the struggles of relationships and living life, but still emphasizes love and the importance of staying committed to the ones we love.


Line by Line Meaning

Buckets of rain, buckets of tears
I am overwhelmed with emotions and experiencing both sadness and pain.


I got all them buckets comin' out of my ears
These emotions are so intense, they feel like they are pouring out of me uncontrollably.


I got buckets of moonbeams in my hand
Despite the sadness and pain, I have moments of beauty and hope.


And you got all the love, honey baby, I can stand
You are my source of love and support, and I can't get enough of you.


I been meek, hard like an oak
I have been both submissive and strong in different situations.


I seen pretty people disappear like smoke
I have witnessed the fleeting nature of beauty and how quickly it can fade away.


And friends will arrive and disappear
People come in and out of my life, and I have learned to accept this impermanence.


You want me, honey baby, I'll be here
Regardless of who comes and goes, I will always be there for you.


Like your smile and your fingertips
I am attracted to every little detail about you, from the way you smile to how your fingertips feel.


And like the way you move your hips
Your movements and body language are also a source of attraction for me.


And I like the cool way you look at me
The way you look at me is both calm and confident, and it draws me to you.


Everything about you is bringing me misery
Despite my love for you, there are also moments of pain and anguish associated with our relationship.


Little red wagon, little red bike
These simple childhood items represent joy and simplicity.


I ain't no monkey but I know what I like
I may not be a monkey, but I have clear preferences and desires.


And I like the way you love me strong and slow
Your love is both passionate and patient, and it's exactly what I need.


I'm takin' you with me, honey baby, when I go
You are so important to me that I want you by my side no matter where life takes me.


Hey, life is sad and life is a bust
Life can be disappointing and full of sorrow at times.


All you can do is do what you must
In the face of adversity, all we can do is keep going and do what needs to be done.


Then you do what you must do and do it well
And when we face challenges, we must confront them with competence and resilience.


I'll do it for you, honey baby, can't you tell?
I will do whatever it takes to make our relationship work, and I hope you can see that.


You got all the love, honey baby, I can stand
I am so in love with you that I can barely handle it - you have all of my heart.




Writer(s): Bob Dylan Copyright: Ram'S Horn Music

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