I Wish It Would Rain
Rod Stewart · Other Songs - Rod Stewart
If I knew all your names, I'd call ya' your bloody names
Here's one that we did when we was here
Were many of you here last night?
Alright, well I changed me shirt anyway
No, I haven't changed me trousers
Sunshine, blue skies, please go away
My love has found another, gone away
Withered up my future, my life is filled with gloom
Day after day I stay locked up in my room
I know to you it might sound strange
But I wish it would rain
Curse so badly, I don't want to go outside
Everyone knows that a man ain't supposed to cry
Listen, I've got to cry, 'cause crying sheds the pain
To the world outside my tears I refuse to explain
I wish it would rain
Let it rain
Looking down at my tear stained face pressed against the window pane
But I search the sky desperately for rain
'Cause raindrops will hide my teardrops, no one will ever know
When I'm crying, crying when I go outside
To the world outside my tears I refuse to explain
I wish it would rain
Let it rain
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I Wish It Would Rain
Rod Stewart's "I Wish It Would Rain" stands as a poignant song in his extensive catalogue of soulful ballads. Drawing from the rich traditions of British rock and R&B, the track showcases Stewart's signature emotive delivery and his ability to convey deep vulnerability. While often associated with his later explorations into softer, more introspective material, the song reflects the enduring quality of his vocal performance across decades. It fits seamlessly within a discography defined by both high-energy rock anthems and tender, heart-wrenching moments. The recording captures the essence of Stewart's interpretive style, transforming the material into a personal expression of longing and melancholy that resonates with listeners familiar with his broader body of work.