Can You Stand the Rain

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About Can You Stand the Rain

"Can You Stand the Rain" is a ballad by R&B/pop group New Edition. The song was released on December 13, 1988 by MCA Records as the third single from their fifth studio album, Heart Break.


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On a perfect day, I know that I can count on you
When that's not possible
Tell me can you weather the storm?

'Cause I need somebody who will stand by me
Through the good times and bad times
She will always, always be right there

Sunny days, everybody loves them
Tell me baby can you stand the rain?
Storms will come
This we know for sure (This we know for sure)
Can you stand the rain?

Love unconditional, I'm not asking just of you
And girl to make it last
I'll do whatever needs to be done

But I need somebody who will stand by me
When it's tough she won't run
She will always, be right there for me

Sunny days, everybody loves them, tell me, baby
Can you stand the rain? (Can you stand it?)
Storms will come (I know, I know all the days won't be perfect)
This we know for sure (But tell me can you stand it)
Can you stand the rain? (Can you stand the rain?)

Can you stand the rain
(Can you stand the rain?)
(No pressure, no pressure from me, baby)
This we know for sure
Can you stand the rain ('Cause I want you, and I need you, and I love you, girl)
(Tell me, baby)
Can you stand the rain
(Will you be there for me?)

(Come on, baby, let's go get wet)

Can you stand the rain
(Can you stand the rain?)
Can you stand the rain
(Will you be there, girl?)
Can you stand the rain
(Storms will come for sure)
Can you stand the rain
(Can you stand the rain?)
Can you stand the rain
(This we know for sure)
Can you stand the rain
Can you stand the rain
(This we know for sure)
Can you stand the rain
Can you stand the rain
(This we know for sure)
Can you stand the rain
Can you stand the rain

Yeah, it's gonna but I know, I know I'll be right there
(Can you stand the rain)

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New Edition

New Edition is an R&B group formed in Boston in 1978. The group reached its height of popularity during the 1980s. They were the progenitors of the boy band movement of the 1980s and 1990s and led the way for groups like New Kids on the Block, Boyz II Men, Backstreet Boys and 'N Sync. The group recorded mostly as a quintet. more »

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Written by: JAMES HARRIS III, JAMES SAMUEL III HARRIS, TERRY LEWIS

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13 facts about this song

Artist Origin
The song "Can You Stand the Rain" is performed by a famous American R&B boy band, New Edition, that originally hailed from Boston, Massachusetts.
Band Membership
New Edition consisted of members Ricky Bell, Michael Bivins, Bobby Brown, Ronnie DeVoe, Johnny Gill, and Ralph Tresvant during the period when the song was recorded.
Release Date
Released on December 13, 1988, "Can You Stand the Rain" is one of the group's major hits from the late 80s.
Album Information
"Can You Stand the Rain" is featured on New Edition's fifth studio album "Heart Break," which marked a mature and evolved sound for the band.
Billboard Success
This song peaked at number one on the Billboard R&B chart, maintaining the top position for two weeks straight.
Producer
The song was written and produced by Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis, a renowned songwriting/production team that has worked extensively with Janet Jackson, Mariah Carey, and several other famous artists.
Song Meaning
The song uses the metaphor of weather to ask if a lover can withstand the difficult times (or 'rainy days') in a relationship.
Critic Recognition
The song is sometimes regarded as a classic of the new jack swing genre, a fusion of hip hop and R&B that was popular in the late 1980s and early 1990s.
Cover Versions
"Can You Stand the Rain" has been covered by a number of artists including Boyz II Men and Guy Sebastian, demonstrating its enduring popularity.
Film Feature
The song was also used in the popular 90s movie "The Best Man," creating a memorable scene in the film.
Pop Culture
It is often remembered for its iconic music video, which features the group singing in a downpour and shows off their slick dance moves.
Longevity
Despite being over three decades old, "Can You Stand the Rain" remains popular and widely recognized, demonstrating the song's enduring appeal.
Grammy Nomination
The album "Heart Break" that contains this song was nominated for Grammy for Best R&B Performance by a Duo or Group with Vocals.

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