Walking in the Rain

The Walker Brothers

About Walking in the Rain

"Walking in the Rain" is a song written by Barry Mann, Phil Spector, and Cynthia Weil. It was originally recorded by the girl group the Ronettes in 1964 who had a charting hit with their version. Jay and the Americans released a charting hit cover of the song in 1969. The song has since been recorded by many other artists over the years, including the Walker Brothers.


Year:
1967
3:23
72 
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I want him, and I need him, 
And someday someway woo I'll meet him 
He'll be kind of shy, and real good lookin' too 
And I'll be certain he's my guy by the things he'll like to do

Like walking in the rain (like walking in the rain) 
And wishing on the stars (and wishing on the stars) up above 
And being so in love 

When he's near me, I'll kiss him, 
And when he leaves me woo I'll miss him 
Though sometimes we'll fight, I won't really care 
And I'll know it's gonna be alright 'cause we've got so much we share 

Like walking in the rain (like walking in the rain) 
And wishing on the stars (and wishing on the stars) up above 
And being so in love 

(Johnny) no no he'll never do 
(Bobby) no it isn't him too 
They would never no they'd never never ever ever love 
Walking in the rain (like walking in the rain) 
And wishing on the stars (and wishing on the stars) up above 
And being so in love 

Oh oh oh where can he be oh oh

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The Walker Brothers

The Walker Brothers were an American pop group of the 1960s and 1970s, comprising Scott Engel (eventually known professionally as Scott Walker), John Walker (born John Maus, but using the name Walker since his teens), and Gary Leeds (eventually known as Gary Walker). After moving to Britain, they had a number of top ten albums and singles there in the mid 1960s, including the #1 chart hits "Make It Easy on Yourself" and "The Sun Ain't Gonna Shine (Anymore)," both of which also made the US top twenty. more »

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13 facts about this song

Songwriter
"Walking in the Rain" was written by legendary songwriters Phil Spector, Barry Mann, and Cynthia Weil.
First Recording
The song was first recorded by the girl group The Ronettes in 1964.
Hit Single
"Walking in the Rain" became a hit reaching number 23 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart in the U.S.
Grammy Nomination
The song was nominated for a Grammy award in 1965 in the category of Best Rock & Roll Recording.
Covered By
The Walker Brothers, popular in the mid-60s, covered the song in 1967.
Spector's Production
Phil Spector, popularly known for his "Wall of Sound" production method, used the technique in the creation of "Walking in the Rain."
Narrative lyrics
The lyrics of "Walking in the Rain" depict a girl, dreaming of being with her man so much that she imagines she is with him in the weather scenarios described.
Cultural Impact
The Ronettes' version of this song was featured on the soundtrack for "Mean Streets", a movie by Martin Scorsese.
The Walker Brothers Version
Their version did not chart highly but they included it in their album "Images" (particularly in the UK).
Song Legacy
The song is considered a classic and is emblematic of the Phil Spector "girl group" sound of mid-1960 collapse and rebirth.
Cover Variety
The song has been covered by numerous artists in a variety of styles, including pop, soul, and rock, demonstrating its wide appeal and enduring popularity.
Induction
"Walking In The Rain" and The Ronettes were inducted into the Grammy Hall of Fame in 2008.
Usage in Media
The song has been used in a number of films and TV shows including "Goodfellas," and "Moonrise Kingdom," further proving its timeless popularity and influence.

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