Thunder And Rain
Graham Parker · Box Of Bootlegs 2 [2011]
Am Am G Dm
Cold night air everywhere, holes in my feet and bats in my hair
Am G Dm
TV meals scattered round, glazed up eyes rolling through town
F G Em Am
And when night black me out in a flash I found out
F C/ED G C D F Am
Lovers get caught just the same in the thunder and rain
C D Am
In the thunder and rain
All I heard empty words, but empty words don't count
Devil's home spikes and bones ain't worse than loneliness and doubt
And the long corridor push me on to your door
But I got caught just the same in the thunder and rain
Am Am Am Am
Thu under and ra a ain, Thu under and ra a ain
Am Am Am Am
Thu under and ra a ain, Thu under and ra a ain
Em AmFDm
I thought your love would pull me through
Em AmFDm
So I left my coat at home with you
Em AmFDm
But when the door shut tight on you
F C/ED G C D F Am
Lovers get caught just the same in the thunder and rain
Lightning cracked I fell back, hail dropped like bullets through the air
Pull me in by my skin give me the strength to go out there
Cause when night black me out in a flash I found out
Lovers get caught just the same in the thunder and rain
Yes they do I tell you
Lovers get caught just the same in the thunder and rain,
Thunder and rain
I know that lovers get caught just the same in the thunder and rain,
Thunder and rain
I tell you lovers get caught just the same in the thunder and rain
Thunder and rain, Thu u under and ra ain, In the thunder and rain
Thunder And Rain
Graham Parker's 'Thunder And Rain' stands as a compelling song within his extensive discography, showcasing the raw energy that has defined his career since the late 1970s. Known for his sharp, new wave-inflected rock sound, Parker often blends gritty vocals with tight, rhythmic arrangements that drive his compositions forward. This particular recording, featured on the 2011 compilation Box Of Bootlegs 2, highlights the enduring quality of his live performances and studio experiments. While Parker is frequently associated with his early work with The Rumour, his solo output continues to explore themes of resilience and emotional turbulence. The track reflects his signature style, balancing melodic accessibility with a driving intensity that has secured his reputation as a vital voice in British rock music.