Sound of Rain
Solange Lyrics


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He think I don't want to tear it up
We came all night long, won't you let it up?
He think I won't want to tear it up
We lit on our own, won't you let it up?

Let's go, nobody givin', addressing me
So nobody dress can effeminate me
Let's go, nobody taking a joke like me
So nobody dress can effeminate me

He think I don't want to tear it up
We came all night long, won't you let it up?
He think I won't want to tear it up
We lit on our own, won't you let it up?

Let's go, nobody givin', addressing me
So nobody dress can effeminate me
Let's go, nobody taking a joke like me
So nobody dress can effeminate me
Whoa, oh-oh-oh
(Whoa, whoa, whoa)

Swangin' on them
Swangin' on them, swangin' on them, swangin' on them days
Swangin' on them days, swangin' on them days
Swangin' on them, swangin' on them, swangin' on my ways
Your girl, she go hard in the baste
Swangin' on them, swangin' on them, swangin' on my ways
Swangin' on my ways
Swangin' on my ways
I've been thinking like, "Ayy, yo"




And I've been thinking like, "Ayy, yo" (sound of rain helps me let go of the pain)
And I've been thinking like, "Ayy, yo" (sound of rain helps me let go of the pain)

Overall Meaning

In the song "Sound of Rain," Solange sings about her desire to let go and truly enjoy herself, but feeling restricted by the expectations and judgments of society. The lyrics "He think I don't want to tear it up" and "We came all night long, won't you let it up?" refer to her wanting to be free to dance and have fun without being judged by others or confined by gender norms. She also mentions the importance of being true to oneself, singing "So nobody dress can effeminate me" and "nobody taking a joke like me." These lines affirm the importance of individuality and refusing to conform to societal expectations.


The chorus of the song, "Swangin' on them days, swangin' on my ways," reinforces the themes of the song as Solange expresses her desire to be free from societal norms and expectations. The line "sound of rain helps me let go of the pain" suggests that the rain is a symbol of release and healing for her, allowing her to let go of any pain or frustration she may be feeling.


Overall, the song is a celebration of individuality, self-expression, and freedom, while also acknowledging the challenges and pressures that come with existing within a society that often stifles those things.


Line by Line Meaning

He think I don't want to tear it up
He underestimates my desire to let loose and have a wild time


We came all night long, won't you let it up?
We've been partying hard and I don't want it to stop now


We lit on our own, won't you let it up?
We're having fun on our terms and don't want anyone to kill the vibe


Let's go, nobody givin', addressing me
No one is paying attention to me and that's fine with me


So nobody dress can effeminate me
I won't allow anyone's perception of my appearance to make me feel less powerful


Let's go, nobody taking a joke like me
I have a sense of humor that most people don't understand or appreciate


Swangin' on them, swangin' on them, swangin' on them days
Reflecting on the good times and letting them carry me forward


Your girl, she go hard in the baste
I'm a fierce, strong woman who lives life to the fullest


Swangin' on my ways
Embracing my own unique path in life


I've been thinking like, "Ayy, yo"
I've been contemplating and processing my thoughts


"Ayy, yo" (sound of rain helps me let go of the pain)
The sound of rain provides comfort and helps me release emotional pain




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Written by: Solange Knowles

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Faith idokoh

He think I don't want to tear it up
We came all night long, won't you let it up?
He think I won't want to tear it up
We lit on our own, won't you let it up?
Let's go, nobody givin', addressing me
So nobody dress can effeminate me
Let's go, nobody taking a joke like me
So nobody dress can effeminate me
He think I don't want to tear it up
We came all night long, won't you let it up?
He think I won't want to tear it up
We lit on our own, won't you let it up?
Let's go, nobody givin', addressing me
So nobody dress can effeminate me
Let's go, nobody taking a joke like me
So nobody dress can effeminate me
Whoa, oh-oh-oh
(Whoa, whoa)
Swangin' on them
Swangin' on them, swangin' on them
Swangin' on them days
Swangin' on them days
Swangin' on them days
Swangin' on them
Swangin' on them, swangin' on my ways
Your girl, she go hard in the baste
Swangin' on them
Swangin' on them, swangin' on my ways
Swangin' on my ways
Swangin' on my ways
I've been thinking like, "Ayy, yo"
And I've been thinking like, "Ayy, yo"
(Sound of rain helps me let go of the pain)
And I've been thinking like, "Ayy, yo"
(Sound of rain helps me let go of the pain)
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All comments from YouTube:

PLASTIC simz

This song is so slept onโ€ฆ

LaTia Unique

Ain't it though

V3R2AC3

@Shook Not hating <3 just speaking facts because wtf were those vocals, u can not tell me u don't know better songs than this.

Shook

@V3R2AC3 hater for what Lmfao

SlaughterX

I mean I guess Ive fallen asleep to it once or twice...

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Tee Adรฉ

Solange's most underrated song. Sound of Rain is my favourite.

Sir Abyss

Best song on the album, fight me.

Xbox Guy03

Dream

PLASTIC simz

I HEARD NO LIE.

Zandile Maks

All fax no printer

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