The Sound Of Rain
The Go-Betweens · Other Songs - The Go-Betweens
And sees the railroad yard
And he blames the weatherman
For it raining so hard
I'm hearing, hearing
The sound of rain
The sound of rain
The sound of rain
Falling on my head
Sometimes the sky is gray
And other times it is white
So he rubs his weary eyes
And wonders if he's losing his sight
I'm hearing, hearing
The sound of rain
The sound of rain
The sound of rain
Falling on my head
He puts on his coat and his hat
He walks down through the park
Past the butcher shop and the telephone booth
Where couples talk in the dark
Then over the bridge to her door
She opens it with a sigh
He pulls out a gun that he'd brought along
And shoots her right between the eyes
I'm hearing, hearing
The sound of rain..
The sound of rain (falling on my head)..
The sound of rain
The Sound Of Rain
The Go-Betweens' 1982 single 'The Sound Of Rain' stands as a quintessential example of their melodic pop-rock style, blending acoustic guitar with a driving rhythm section. Released during the height of their commercial success, the track exemplifies the band's signature approach to songwriting, characterized by clear vocal melodies and introspective lyrics that resonated with audiences across Australia and beyond. As a staple of their discography, the recording captures the band's ability to craft emotionally resonant pop structures that balanced commercial appeal with artistic integrity. The song remains a defining track from their early catalog, showcasing the harmonies and production quality that helped establish The Go-Betweens as a major force in Australian rock during the early 1980s.