Their best known songs include "Summer In The City", "Do You Believe In Magic?", "Darling Be Home Soon", and "Daydream". The band reunited in 1991 and continue to perform without Sebastian, who has declined to participate, and Yanovsky, who died in 2002.
The band's name was inspired by lyrics from Mississippi John Hurt's "Coffee Blues" and drew influence from contemporary folk and psychedelic music while also inspiring later rock bands.
A more complete history of this seminal New York band can be found on their official site: lovinspoonful.com
Rain on the Roof
The Lovin' Spoonful Lyrics
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Caught up in a summer shower
Dryin' while it soaks the flowers
Maybe we'll be caught for hours
Waitin' out the sun
You and me were gabbin' away
Dreamy conversation sittin' in the hay
'Cause I didn't feel a drop 'til the thunder brought us to
You and me underneath the roof of tin
Pretty comfy feelin' how the rain ain't leakin' in
We can sit and dry just as long as it can pour
'Cause the way it makes you look makes me hope it rains some more
You and me and rain on the roof
Caught up in a summer shower
Dryin' while it soaks the flowers
Maybe we'll be caught for hours
Waitin' out the sun
The Lovin' Spoonful's "Rain On The Roof" is a lighthearted tribute to the simple pleasures of sitting under a tin roof on a hot summer day, listening to the rain. The lyrics describe a romantic scene between two people who take refuge from the rain and find themselves getting lost in conversation as they wait for the storm to pass. The opening line, "You and me and rain on the roof," sets the tone for the rest of the song, as the singer describes the cozy scene that unfolds between the two lovers. The rain becomes a character in the song, as it provides the soundtrack for their conversation and helps to create a sense of intimacy between them. The verse "Pretty comfy feelin' how the rain ain't leakin' in" provides a sense of comfort, as the tin roof keeps the two dry and allows them to enjoy the storm without getting wet.
The chorus emphasizes the romantic aspect of the song, as the two lovers are "Caught up in a summer shower" and "Maybe we'll be caught for hours." The rain becomes a symbol of their connection, as it forces them to slow down and take the time to enjoy each other's company. The line "Waitin' out the sun" implies that the two are in no rush to leave the shelter of the tin roof, and are content to stay and enjoy each other's company until the rain stops.
Overall, "Rain On The Roof" is a sweet, romantic song that celebrates the beauty of a moment shared between two people. It captures the sense of intimacy that can be created between two people during a storm, and celebrates the simple pleasures that life has to offer.
Line by Line Meaning
You and me and rain on the roof
The singer and someone else are experiencing rain on the roof.
Caught up in a summer shower
They are caught in a sudden summer rainfall.
Dryin' while it soaks the flowers
Despite getting wet, they are enjoying the experience while watching the flowers absorbing the rainwater.
Maybe we'll be caught for hours
They don't mind being stuck in the rain for a while.
Waitin' out the sun
They are waiting for the rain to stop and the sun to come out again.
You and me were gabbin' away
They are having a conversation.
Dreamy conversation sittin' in the hay
They are sitting in hay while having a romantic, dreamy conversation.
Honey, how long was I laughing in the rain with you
The singer is asking how long they were both enjoying the rain together.
'Cause I didn't feel a drop 'til the thunder brought us to
They were so engrossed in the moment that the singer didn't even realize it was raining before the thunder made them aware of it.
You and me underneath the roof of tin
They are still under the shelter of the tin roof while it's raining.
Pretty comfy feelin' how the rain ain't leakin' in
They are feeling comfortable because the tin roof is not leaking in the rain.
We can sit and dry just as long as it can pour
They are content to stay dry under the tin roof for as long as it continues to rain.
'Cause the way it makes you look makes me hope it rains some more
The singer is enjoying their companion's appearance in the rain and hopes that it continues to rain to prolong the moment.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, CARLIN AMERICA INC, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: JOHN SEBASTIAN
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@kellyaparicio
You and me and rain on the roof,
Caught up in a summer shower,
Drying while it soaks the flowers.
Maybe we'll be caught for hours,
Waiting out the sun.
You and me, we're gabbing away
Dreamy conversation, sitting in the hay.
Honey, how long was I laughing in the rain with you?
Cause I didn't feel a drop til the thunder brought us to.
You and me underneath a roof of tin.
Pretty comfy feeling, how the rain ain't leaking in.
We can sit and dry just as long as it can pour.
Cause the way it makes you look makes me hope it rains some more.
You and me and rain on the roof,
Caught up in a summer shower.
Drying while it soaks the flowers
Maybe we'll be caught for hours,
Waiting out the sun.
@eaglecommand
1968, I was in Vietnam and had never heard of the Lovin Spoonful. A fella bought a reel to reel tape machine and had this album on one of the reels. I put on the headset and it started to play. It was like the music started coming from in my head and was coming out into my ears, absolutely fantastic. Of course all that tech is old now and listening to headphones is nothing new to the brain but The Lovin Spoonful will always be a great memory for me.
@CJ-hc9ud
❤️
@toneyfamily1398
Thank you for your service. My dad served as well. We owe all of you a debt of gratitude.
@SweetHomeAl
What an amazing description of the first time listening to music on headphones… many times, I have thought of and told others about the first time it happened for me, because it was so moving! To hear it described this way brings me right back, thank you so much!
@jayeltom6089
im an anti theist but God love you
@giuseppemarino8861
Thanks for your service Joe Marino Italy.
@curaeus007
Always felt this band was very underrated. So many great songs.
@IntoTheSky19
Have never ever gotten tired of this song. Such perfect lyrics.
@josephblough7509
I have two 33 1/3 records and an anthology CD of them. the records are mint condition. I was born in 1968, I first heard them on the radio in 1975, mom get the records at a garage sale in 1981. been a fan since I first heard them on the radio! 🙂
@martameek5558
I waited out the storm with my horse Stormy under a shed as I sang this song to my Beautiful Horse. Never Will Forget It.