Have You Ever Seen the Rain
John Fogerty, Alan Jackson
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Someone told me long ago There's a calm before the storm I know, it's been comin' for some time When it's over, so they say It'll reign a sunny day I know, shinin' down like water I wanna know have you ever seen the rain? I wanna know that have you ever seen the rain Comin' down on a sunny day? Yesterday and days before Sun is cold and rain is hard I know, been that way for all my life 'Til forever, on it goes Through the circle, fast and slow I know, it can't stop, I wonder I wanna know that have you ever seen the rain? I wanna know have you ever seen the rain Comin' down on a sunny day? Yeah I wanna know that have you ever seen the rain? I wanna know that have you ever seen the rain Comin' down on a sunny day?
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Written by: John Fogerty
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10 facts about this song
Origins & Meaning"Have You Ever Seen the Rain?" was written by John Fogerty, the lead singer, and songwriter of the popular rock group Creedence Clearwater Revival. According to Fogerty, the song was written about the impending disintegration of his band, symbolizing the "rain" that was going to fall on their sunny days.
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Release YearThe song was released as a single in 1971 from the band's album "Pendulum". It soon climbed the charts and has since become a classic rock staple.
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Chart Performance"Have You Ever Seen the Rain?" was a commercial success. It peaked at No. 8 on the Billboard Hot 100 Singles chart in the U.S.
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Music StyleThis song is categorized under genres like roots rock, swamp rock, and country rock. The band's music was categorized as ‘swamp rock’ because of its blend of rock with other genres such as blues, country, and R&B, reflecting music from the Mississippi swamps.
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Cover VersionsThe song has been covered by numerous artists across diverse genres, including Rod Stewart, Bonnie Tyler, and Joan Jett. Each artist added their unique twist, showcasing the song's enduring appeal and adaptability.
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In Popular Culture"Have You Ever Seen the Rain?" has been used in many films, commercials, and television series, including "The Longest Yard", "Stargate SG-1", and "My Name is Earl". It was also featured in an episode of "The Simpsons".
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AccoladesRolling Stone magazine ranked the song No. 188 on its "500 Greatest Songs of All Time" list, a testament to the song's enduring popularity and influence.
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MisinterpretationsAlthough Fogerty has clarified its true meaning, some still incorrectly interpret "Have You Ever Seen the Rain?" as a protest song against the Vietnam War, given the band's history of political commentary and the social context of the time when the song was written.
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Live PerformancesAfter Creedence Clearwater Revival disbanded, John Fogerty had a successful solo career and often performed ‘Have You Ever Seen the Rain?’ during his concerts, keeping the legacy of this classic song alive.
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Public ReceptionThe song remains popular today, more than 50 years after its release. It has been streamed millions of times on Spotify, further proving its timeless resonance with audiences across generations.
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