November Rain

Guns N' Roses

About November Rain

"November Rain" is a power ballad by the American hard rock band Guns N' Roses. Written by the band's lead vocalist Axl Rose, the song was released as a single in 1992 from their third studio album, Use Your Illusion I (1991). "November Rain" peaked at number three on the United States Billboard Hot 100 chart, making it the longest song in history to enter the top ten of that chart. It is also the third longest song to enter the Hot 100 chart (second longest at the time of its release). The song reached number one on the Polish LP3 Chart, number four on the UK Singles Chart, number five on the Australian ARIA Singles Chart and the top 10 on several other music charts around the world. Since its release, the song has sold over a million copies worldwide. 


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When I look into your eyes
I can see a love restrained
But darlin' when I hold you
Don't you know I feel the same

Nothin' lasts forever
And we both know hearts can change
And it's hard to hold a candle
In the cold November rain

We've been through this such a long long time
Just tryin' to kill the pain, oo yeah
But love is always coming and love is always going
And no one's really sure who's lettin' go today
Walking away

If we could take the time
To lay it on the line
I could rest my head
Just knowin' that you were mine
All mine
So if you want to love me
Then darlin' don't refrain
Or I'll just end up walkin'
In the cold November rain

Do you need some time on your own
Do you need some time all alone
Everybody needs some time
On their own
Don't you know you need some time all alone

I know it's hard to keep an open heart
When even friends seem out to harm you
But if you could heal a broken heart
Wouldn't time be out to charm you

Sometimes I need some time on my
Own
Sometimes I need some time all alone
Everybody needs some time
On their own
Don't you know you need some time all alone

And when your fears subside
And shadows still remain, oh yeah
I know that you can love me
When there's no one left to blame
So never mind the darkness
We still can find a way
'Cause nothin' lasts forever
Even cold November rain

Don't ya think that you need somebody
Don't ya think that you need someone
Everybody needs somebody
You're not the only one
You're not the only one

Don't ya think that you need somebody
Don't ya think that you need someone
Everybody needs somebody
You're not the only one
You're not the only one

Don't ya think that you need somebody
Don't ya think that you need someone
Everybody needs somebody
You're not the only one
You're not the only one

Don't ya think that you need somebody
Don't ya think that you need someone
Everybody needs somebody

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Guns N' Roses

Guns N' Roses is an American hard rock band who formed in Los Angeles, California, in 1985. The classic lineup as signed to Geffen Records in 1986, consisted of vocalist Axl Rose, lead guitarist Slash, rhythm guitarist Izzy Stradlin, bassist Duff McKagan and drummer Steven Adler. Today, Axl Rose is the only remaining original member, in a lineup that comprises Use Your Illusion–era keyboardist Dizzy Reed, lead guitarists DJ Ashba and Ron "Bumblefoot" Thal, lead and rhythm guitarist Richard Fortus, bassist Tommy Stinson, drummer Frank Ferrer and keyboardist Chris Pitman. The band released six studio albums, accumulating sales of more than 100 million albums worldwide, including shipments of 45 million in the United States. more »

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Written by: Saul Hudson, Izzy Stradlin, Duff McKagan, Darren A Reed, Matt Sorum, W. Axl Rose

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16 facts about this song

Release Date
"November Rain" was released as a single in June 1992.
Album Inclusion
The song is from their third studio album titled "Use Your Illusion I."
Song Length
The song is unusually long compared to most rock tracks with a total length of 8 minutes and 57 seconds.
Song Writer
"November Rain" was written entirely by the band's lead vocalist, Axl Rose.
Music Video Cost
With a production budget of $1.5 million, the music video for "November Rain" is one of the most expensive music videos ever made.
Billboard Performance
On the Billboard Hot 100 charts, “November Rain” peaked at number 3 and stayed on the chart for 15 weeks.
Music Video Views
The song's music video is one of the most viewed on YouTube, with over 1 billion views.
Orchestration
Unlike most rock songs, "November Rain" features a full orchestra.
Song Meaning
It's speculated that the song is about Axl Rose's failed romantic relationship with his long-term girlfriend Erin Everly.
MTV Video Music Awards
The music video won the MTV Video Music Award for best cinematography in 1992.
Solos
The song features three guitar solos performed by the band's lead guitarist, Slash.
Composition
"November Rain" is often regarded as a power ballad and is known for its sweeping orchestral arrangements.
Inspiration
The song was reportedly influenced by Elton John's style, in particular his song "Don't Let The Sun Go Down On Me."
Recording Time
Axl Rose began working on the song in early 1980s, it took over a decade to complete.
Live Performance
"November Rain" is a staple at Guns N' Roses live performances; the band even performed the song at their induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.
Collaboration
Besides the main band members, the song also features musicians from the Skyliners and the Waters on backing vocals.

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