[2026] A roundup of classic Western songs perfect for cloudy days

Good Morning SunshineAQUA

Aqua – Good Morning Sunshine

Included on the 1997 album “Aquarium.” A three-member music group from Denmark formed in 1989.

It’s a memorable track featuring a clear, translucent vocal over a mid-tempo rhythm and a melancholic yet light melody.

The rap break in the middle is cool as well.

I Made It Through the RainBarry Manilow

I Made It Through the Rain

It’s I Made It Through the Rain, sung by Barry Manilow, a world-renowned singer who was praised by Frank Sinatra and Bob Dylan.

It was released in 1980.

In Japan, the title is Sadness Overcome.

The song uses rain as a metaphor for hardships, troubles, anxieties, and worries, conveying the message: “If I can endure this rain now, a wonderful future awaits.” Beyond sorrow lies a radiant light.

It’s a song of hope that makes you feel you can try again tomorrow.

The gentle vocals and the grand arrangement are a beautiful match.

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Araki Jakkan

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Another Rainy Day In New York CityBay City Rollers

Bay City Rollers – Another Rainy Day In New York City

“Another Rainy Day In New York City” was the opening track on the album “Stranger in the World.” As its Japanese title “Ame no New York” (Rain in New York) suggests, the melody vividly conveys an image of rain in the big city.

It evokes a place where it’s hard to live unless you value individuality and have a strong sense of self—a city of diverse races where people live independently.

In that setting, the narrator senses a change in their lover’s attitude and foresees an impending breakup.

Amid this sadness, the song tells of sorrowful rain falling on New York as well.

It conjured up a wintry, bleak, rainy day in New York and left me feeling a little lonely.

Raining In My HeartBuddy Holly

Raining In My Heart

Buddy Holly, known as a pioneer of rock ’n’ roll.

His black-rimmed glasses and suit look so stylish, don’t they? A lot of people have probably heard his name because it’s also the title of a song by Weezer.

This is a song called “Raining In My Heart.” Buddy Holly’s dapper vocals paired with the sound of strings make it feel so romantic.

Sad feelings have long been associated with rain, haven’t they? In this song, too, it’s expressed as, “The sun is out, the sky is blue, there’s not a cloud in sight, but it’s raining in my heart.” It was recorded in the ’50s, but isn’t it amazing how relatable it still is today?

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Yoimachi Jēn

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Distant SunCrowded House

Distant Sun by Crowded House

Included on the 1993 album “Together Alone.” A four-piece rock band from Melbourne formed in 1984.

With its upbeat, breezy rhythm and the melancholic tone of the acoustic guitar, this song has a memorable melody that makes you want to listen to it while taking a walk.