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[Rain Songs] A selection of Western music to listen to on rainy days – rainy songs

music writerKOH-1
Started working as a music writer as a side job while employed at a record shop, and for over 18 years I’ve contributed to music magazines, disc guide books, mooks, and web media. As a writer my main field is Western music, but as a listener for over 35 years, I always try to keep my curiosity alive with the motto “I like what I like.” I have experience playing in bands, where I was a bassist who handled songwriting and composition. Instruments I’ve played include bass, guitar, and piano. I began studying English in my mid-40s and continue to do so today.
Former vocal coach specializing in Western musicRyo
With the motto “Learn the basics and enjoy putting them into practice,” I worked as a vocal coach specializing in Western music. As a teen, I questioned the idea that “Western music equals English,” and started listening to songs from around the world. Today, I devour music from over 80 countries and run a personal blog introducing tracks. I often listen to genres like nuevo flamenco, bolero, canzone, and R&B. I’ll keep updating articles daily to find the one perfect song you’re looking for!

A rainy Monday at the start of the workweek or a long-awaited day off—rain that falls at times like these can really put you in a blue mood, can’t it?

Of course, some people love spending a lazy day at home, quietly watching the rain when they have no plans to go out.

In this article, we’re sharing a selection of classic English-language songs perfect for rainy days, curated for fans of Western music!

From timeless hits that sing directly about rain to recent chart-toppers, and even songs whose lyrics or atmosphere make them ideal for rainy days—this comprehensive roundup spans genres and styles.

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[Rain Songs] A Selection of Western Music to Listen to on Rainy Days – Rainy Songs (111–120)

Let It RainUFO

UFO – Let It Rain (1982)

Let It RainUFO

Included on the 1982 album “Mechanix.” A five-piece rock band from London formed in 1969.

The hard, noisy guitar tone delivers a quintessential hard rock sound, and combined with the simple, powerful drumming, the melody is forceful and overwhelming to the listener.

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Rainy Days And MondaysCarpenters

Carpenters – Rainy Days And Mondays

Rainy Days And MondaysCarpenters

It’s not a song with a flashy or assertive sound, but it’s a pleasant piece that works well as calm, quiet background music.

Karen’s easy-to-understand vocals and the timbre of the wind instruments that flow in partway through evoke a nostalgic mood, like quietly listening to the gentle patter of rain outside while you’re in your room.

Despite leaving such a beautiful impression, when I took a closer look at the lyrics, I was surprised to find they matter-of-factly recount the feelings of a woman in a long-term relationship—her blues and the doldrums that come with a rut.

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Through The RainMariah Carey

Mariah Carey – Through The Rain (Official Music Video)

Through The RainMariah Carey

Mariah Carey, a songstress recognized worldwide.

Released in 2006, “Through the Rain” is a song that encourages listeners with the message: no matter how difficult the situation, if you don’t give up, you can overcome it.

It’s said that the catalyst for writing this song was the passing of Mariah’s father.

Born to a Black father and a white mother, Mariah’s parents reportedly eloped to get married.

They chose to be together despite opposition from those around them, and Mariah wrote this song with respect and gratitude to the parents who brought her into the world.

In the song, hardship is expressed with the word “rain.” The powerful message—“I can make it through the rain”—really strikes a chord.

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RainThe Beatles

The Beatles – Rain

RainThe Beatles

This song, which was the B-side to the 1966 single “Paperback Writer,” isn’t particularly well known, but it gained popularity among fans as an experimental recording.

The backing track was recorded at a faster-than-usual tape speed, while the vocals were recorded at a slower speed, and some sections were even reversed, making it a highly unconventional track.

Perhaps thanks to these effects, it turned into a strange song that evokes the muddled state of mind brought on by a low-pressure system of rain.

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Hirakawa Masako (Bōkarisuto: Sakata Mizumako)

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Shelter in the RainStevie Wonder

Stevie Wonder – Shelter in the Rain

Shelter in the RainStevie Wonder

Here is a song included on Stevie Wonder’s 2005 release, A Time to Love.

It uses rain as a metaphor for hardship, conveying a message of Stevie’s deep love: no matter how tough things get for you, I’ll be a shelter that protects you from the rain.

His uniquely stylish chord progressions are also exceptionally appealing.

The song was written for his first wife, who was battling illness, and after its release it was issued as a single to support charity efforts for Hurricane Katrina.

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Hirakawa Masako (Bōkarisuto: Sakata Mizumako)

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In conclusion

Some people may want to enjoy music with a calm mood on rainy days, while others might choose upbeat tracks to blow away the gloomy atmosphere.

Whatever your mood, I hope this article—packed with a wide variety of timeless classics—helped you find your new favorite go-to song for rainy days!