Introduction
“Rain is a Good Thing” is a country song by Luke Bryan, released in 2010. The song was written by Luke Bryan and Dallas Davidson. It was a commercial success, reaching the top of the Billboard Hot Country Songs chart. The song’s lyrics celebrate the positive aspects of rain, especially for farmers and people living in rural areas.
Verse 1
My daddy spent his life lookin’ up at the sky
He’d cuss, kick the dust, sayin’ son it’s way too dry
It clouds up in the city, the weather man complains
But where I come from, rain is a good thing
The first verse sets the tone for the song. The narrator’s father is a farmer who depends on rain for his crops. The contrast between the city and the rural areas is highlighted, as rain is seen as an inconvenience in the city but a blessing in the country.
Chorus
Rain makes corn, corn makes whiskey
Whiskey makes my baby, feel a little frisky
Back roads are boggin’ up, my buddies pile up in my truck
We hunt our hunnies down, we take ’em into town
Start washin’ all our worries down the drain
Rain is a good thing
The chorus expands on the benefits of rain for the narrator’s rural lifestyle. Rain helps produce crops like corn, which can be used to make whiskey. The rain also creates muddy back roads, which provide an opportunity for the narrator and his friends to go on adventures and pick up women.
Verse 2
Ain’t nothin’ like a kiss out back in the barn
Wringin’ out our soakin’ clothes, ridin’ out a thunderstorm
We’ll break out the blankets, and dare each other to go
Runnin’ through the middle of it, screamin’ at the top of our lungs
The second verse describes a romantic encounter between the narrator and his partner during a rainstorm. The rain creates a cozy atmosphere in the barn, and the couple enjoys the thrill of being outside during a thunderstorm.
Chorus
Rain makes corn, corn makes whiskey
Whiskey makes my baby, feel a little frisky
Back roads are boggin’ up, my buddies pile up in my truck
We hunt our hunnies down, we take ’em into town
Start washin’ all our worries down the drain
Rain is a good thing
Bridge
You can find me in a field somewhere
It’s just a rainstorm away
The bridge emphasizes the idea that rain is essential for the narrator’s lifestyle. He is always ready to enjoy the rain, and it brings him joy and fulfillment.
Chorus
Rain makes corn, corn makes whiskey
Whiskey makes my baby, feel a little frisky
Back roads are boggin’ up, my buddies pile up in my truck
We hunt our hunnies down, we take ’em into town
Start washin’ all our worries down the drain
Rain is a good thing
Conclusion
“Rain is a Good Thing” is a catchy and upbeat song that celebrates the positive aspects of rain. The lyrics highlight the importance of rain for farmers and people living in rural areas, as well as the opportunities for adventure and romance that rain can provide. The song’s success reflects its universal appeal and the timeless nature of its theme.
