Rainy Night in Georgia

Brook Benton

About Rainy Night in Georgia

"Rainy Night in Georgia" is a song written by Tony Joe White in 1967 and popularized by R&B vocalist Brook Benton in 1970. It was originally released by White on his 1969 album, Continued, on Monument Records, shortly before Benton's hit single was issued.


Year:
1973
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Hoverin' by my suitcase, tryin' to find a warm place to spend the night
Heavy rain fallin', seems I hear your voice callin' "It's all right."
A rainy night in Georgia, a rainy night in Georgia
It seems like it's rainin' all over the world

I feel like it's rainin' all over the world
Neon signs a-flashin', taxi cabs and buses passin' through the night
A distant moanin' of a train seems to play a sad refrain to the night
A rainy night in Georgia, such a rainy night in Georgia

Lord, I believe it's rainin' all over the world
I feel like it's rainin' all over the world
How many times I wondered
It still comes out the same

No matter how you look at it or think of it
It's life and you just got to play the game
I find me a place in a box car, so I take my guitar to pass some time
Late at night when it's hard to rest I hold your picture to my chest and I feel fine

But it's a rainy night in Georgia, baby, it's a rainy night in Georgia I
feel it's rainin' all over the world, kinda lonely now And it's rainin' all over the
world
Oh, have you ever been lonely, people?

And you feel that it was rainin' all over this man's world
You're talking 'bout rainin', rainin', rainin', rainin', rainin', rainin', rainin',
rainin', rainin' rainin', rainin', rainin'

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Brook Benton

Brook Benton (September 19, 1931 – April 9, 1988) was an American singer and songwriter who was popular with rock and roll, rhythm and blues, and pop music audiences during the late 1950s and early 1960s, when he scored hits such as "It's Just A Matter Of Time" and "Endlessly", many of which he co-wrote. more »

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Written by: Tony White

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11 facts about this song

Song's Creator
"Rainy Night in Georgia" is a song written by Tony Joe White in 1962 and popularized by Brook Benton in 1970.
Song's Popularity
The song was a major hit for Brook Benton in 1970, reaching number 4 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart. It also topped the Billboard Best Selling Soul Singles chart for a week.
Influence in Music Industry
The song stands as one of the most covered songs in the history of recorded music, being interpreted by over 100 different artists in various musical styles.
Lyrics and Inspiration
The lyrics of the song convey a theme of loneliness and longing, inspired by White's experience of being far from home and walking around alone in the rain in Marietta, Georgia.
Recognition in the Rhythm and Blues Foundation
Brook Benton's version of the song was inducted into the Grammy Hall of Fame in 2014.
Script Use
The song's lyric "Hoverin' by my suitcase, tryin' to find a warm place to spend the night" was quoted by character George Clooney in the film "O Brother, Where Art Thou?".
Other Notable Covers
Other artists who have covered the song include Ray Charles, Conway Twitty, and Hank Williams, Jr. It was even translated and covered in French by Johnny Hallyday, under the title "Un Nuit de Pluie".
Song's Tone
The song is noted for its melancholy voice and tune paired with the poignant lyrics that depict a vivid picture of a rainy night in Georgia.
Impact on Tony Joe White's Career
The success of the song greatly boosted Tony Joe White's career as a songwriter and cemented his reputation in the music industry.
Iconic Line
The line "It's a rainy night in Georgia, a rainy night in Georgia. It seems like it's rainin' all over the world." is often cited as an iconic one, reflecting the universal feeling of loneliness.
Brook Benton's Comeback
The success of "Rainy Night in Georgia" also marked a significant comeback for Brook Benton, rejuvenating his singing career in the 1970s.

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