I'm all alone and I'm feeling blue
Wishing you were here with me
So I could say to you
Honey, I Love you
It's 2 a.m. and I can not sleep
Cause you are so very,very far from me
And It hurts me
To be alone
You are the kind that loves to here
Sweet love words whispered in your ear
But I'm a silent man
I don't know the lingo
The rain is sprinkling outside my door
And wondering when it will begin to pour
Like my life, when it rains it pours
When it rains it pours
Lightning and thunder
It all makes me wonder
When will it end
When it rains it pours
It all seems so sad
Before it's over
It will wash away all i had
When it rains it pours
Lightning and thunder
It all makes me wonder
When will it end
When it rains it pours
It all seems so sad
Before it's over
It will wash away all i had
Now the pour is over
And it's washed away all i had
Yeah, the pour is over
And it's washed away all i had
"When It Rains It Pours" by Merle Haggard is a heartfelt country song that captures the emotions of loneliness and longing for a loved one. With its simple yet powerful lyrics, the song resonates with anyone who has experienced the pain of being apart from someone they love.
The song begins with the narrator expressing his feelings of being alone and blue, wishing that his loved one was there with him. This sense of yearning is a universal emotion that many can relate to. We have all experienced moments when we long for the presence of someone we care about, especially during difficult times.
As the song continues, the narrator reveals that it is 2 a.m. and he cannot sleep because his loved one is far away. The distance between them is causing him pain, highlighting the deep connection and attachment he feels towards this person. This verse reminds me of Psalm 42:1-2, which says, "As the deer pants for streams of water, so my soul pants for you, my God. My soul thirsts for God, for the living God. When can I go and meet with God?" This longing for God's presence mirrors the narrator's longing for his loved one.
The chorus of the song emphasizes the theme of "when it rains, it pours." The rain is a metaphor for the narrator's sadness and the difficult circumstances he finds himself in. Just as rain can be relentless and overwhelming, the narrator's emotions and feelings of loneliness seem to intensify. This concept is reminiscent of Matthew 5:45, where Jesus says, "He causes his sun to rise on the evil and the good, and sends rain on the righteous and the unrighteous." It reminds us that everyone, regardless of their faith or circumstances, experiences seasons of rain in their lives.
The second verse of the song describes the kind of person the loved one is, someone who appreciates sweet love words whispered in their ear. However, the narrator admits that he is a silent man who struggles to express himself in this way. This contrast in communication styles adds another layer of complexity to the relationship, highlighting the challenges they may face in truly understanding each other. It reminds me of Proverbs 18:21, which says, "The tongue has the power of life and death, and those who love it will eat its fruit." Our words have the power to build up or tear down, and the narrator recognizes his need to improve his ability to express his love.
The song concludes with the imagery of the rain stopping and washing away all that the narrator had. This could be interpreted as a metaphor for the storms of life that can wash away our possessions, our relationships, and even our sense of self. It reminds me of Matthew 7:24-27, where Jesus tells the parable of the wise and foolish builders. The wise builder's house stands firm in the face of storms, while the foolish builder's house collapses. This song serves as a reminder that it is important to have a strong foundation in our relationships and our faith to weather the storms of life.
"When It Rains It Pours" is a poignant country song that speaks to the depths of human emotion. Through its relatable lyrics and themes of longing and loss, it reminds us of the importance of connection, communication, and a strong foundation in our relationships and faith.
