I Made It Through the Rain

Barry Manilow

About I Made It Through the Rain

"I Made It Through the Rain" is a song that became a hit after it was recorded by American singer Barry Manilow, also included on his 1980 album, Barry. The song was originally recorded by its co-writer Gerard Kenny who composed it with Drey Shepperd about a struggling musician who never gives up. Manilow heard the song and revised the lyric with Jack Feldman and Bruce Sussman to make the song about the everyday person's struggles, rather than those of a profession. In the U. S. , Manilow's version peaked at number 10 on the Billboard Hot 100 and at number 4 on the Adult Contemporary chart. Kenny's original version was included on his 1979 RCA Records album called Made It Through The Rain, which reached the top 20 of the UK Albums Chart and remains on his set-list at concerts as of 2016. 


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We dreamers have our ways
Of facing rainy days
And somehow we survive

We keep the feelings warm
Protect them from the storm
Until our time arrives

Then one day the sun appears
And we come shining through those lonely years

I made it through the rain
I kept my world protected
I made it thought the rain
I kept my point of view
I made it through the rain
And found myself respected
By the others who
Got rained on too
And made it through

When friends are hard to find
And life seems so unkind
Sometimes you feel afraid

Just aim beyond the clouds
And rise above the crowds
And start your own parade

'Cause when I chase my fears away
That's when I knew that I could finally say

I made it through the rain
I kept my world protected
I made it thought the rain
I kept my point of view
I made it through the rain
And found myself respected
By the others who
Got rained on too
And made it through

I made it through the rain
I kept my world protected
I made it thought the rain
I kept my point of view
I made it through the rain
And found myself respected
By the others who
Got rained on too
And made it through
And made it through
And made it through

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Barry Manilow

Barry Manilow (born June 17, 1943) is an American singer-songwriter and producer. He is best known for such recordings as "Could It Be Magic", "Mandy", "Can't Smile Without You", and "Copacabana (At the Copa)". more »

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Written by: Gerard Kenny, Drey Shepperd, Bruce Sussman, Jack Feldman, Barry Manilow

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11 facts about this song

Song History
"I Made It Through the Rain" is a popular song by American singer-songographer Barry Manilow. Released in 1980, it served as the lead single from his studio album "Barry."
Chart Performance
The song was a significant hit, ascending to number 10 on the US Billboard Hot 100 and number 4 on the Adult Contemporary chart. It also reached the top spot on the Billboard Hot 100 chart in February 1981, becoming his 7th number 1 hit.
Lyric Meaning
The lyrics of the song are said to reflect Manilow's real-life struggles in his career, symbolizing his determination and perseverance to make it through hardships, including some of the criticism he received from critics.
Collaborators
The song was a collaborative effort - Manilow wrote the music, while the lyrics were penned by lyricists Drey Shepperd and Jack Feldman.
Cover Versions
"I Made It Through the Rain" has been covered by numerous artists over the years including John Barrowman, Johnny Mathis, and Australian singer Anthony Warlow.
Awards and Honors
The song earned Manilow a Grammy nomination for Best Pop Vocal Performance, Male, in 1981.
Impact on Manilow's Career
The success of "I Made It Through the Rain" helped solidify Barry Manilow's status as a staple of the adult contemporary genre. It is considered as one of his definitive songs.
Music Video
A music video was produced for the song, which features Manilow performing the song on stage interspersed with scenes of ordinary people overcoming struggles and adversities.
Album Information
"Barry," the album from which the song comes, is Barry Manilow's 15th album, released in 1980. The album reached the top 15 of the Pop album chart and was certified platinum.
Live Performances
The song has consistently been part of Manilow's live setlists throughout his career, featuring prominently in many of his concerts to date.
Cultural Impact
The song's inspiring lyrics about perseverance in tough times have resonated with audiences for decades, making it a time-honored anthem of resilience.

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