[Rain Songs] A selection of Western music to listen to on rainy days – rainy songs
A rainy Monday at the start of the workweek or a long-awaited day off—rain that falls at times like these can really put you in a blue mood, can’t it?
Of course, some people love spending a lazy day at home, quietly watching the rain when they have no plans to go out.
In this article, we’re sharing a selection of classic English-language songs perfect for rainy days, curated for fans of Western music!
From timeless hits that sing directly about rain to recent chart-toppers, and even songs whose lyrics or atmosphere make them ideal for rainy days—this comprehensive roundup spans genres and styles.
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[Rain Songs] A Special Feature on Western Music to Listen to on Rainy Days: Rainy Songs (71–80)
Built To LastMêlée
This is a song by the American band Mae, released in 2007.
Chris’s clear vocals, the delicate piano melody, and the stylish instrumental sound come together to create a beautiful harmony.
June is a rainy month and the season of June brides—consider using it as wedding background music.
Red RainPeter Gabriel
Included on the 1986 album “So.” Born in 1950.
A singer-songwriter from the UK.
While the album featured many pop-oriented tracks like “Sledgehammer,” this song carries the weightier sound reminiscent of his earlier four albums—its heaviness lingers in your heart long after listening.
Another Rainy Day In New York CityBay City Rollers
“Another Rainy Day In New York City” was the opening track on the album “Stranger in the World.
” As its Japanese title “Ame no New York” (Rain in New York) suggests, the melody vividly conveys an image of rain in the big city.
It evokes a place where it’s hard to live unless you value individuality and have a strong sense of self—a city of diverse races where people live independently.
In that setting, the narrator senses a change in their lover’s attitude and foresees an impending breakup.
Amid this sadness, the song tells of sorrowful rain falling on New York as well.
It conjured up a wintry, bleak, rainy day in New York and left me feeling a little lonely.
[Rain Songs] A Selection of Western Music to Listen to on Rainy Days – Rainy Songs (81–90)
Bring On The RainJo Dee Messina
This is a song by American country musician Jo Dee Messina.
It’s included on her 2001 album Burn.
The song says that although today has brought some bad events, tomorrow will be different, and she’s moving forward with hope.
Some of you probably don’t like gloomy, rainy skies.
If you listen to this, it might make you think of sunny days and fill you with excitement.
By the way, the chorus vocals are performed by singer Tim McGraw.
The Sun and the RainMadness
Included on the 1984 album Keep Moving.
A six-piece ska band from the UK formed in 1976.
The bright, cheerful melody lines and the march-like, pulsing rhythm, topped by a buoyant, bouncy vocal delivery, make for a listening experience that lifts your spirits.
Powerful feat. Ellie Goulding & Tarrus RileyMajor Lazer
It’s a classic track by Major Lazer featuring Ellie Goulding and Jamaican singer Tarrus Riley.
Ellie’s uniquely sweet vocals and Tarrus’s soulful voice blend perfectly, and the passionate sound is irresistible.
How about listening to it on a rainy day out?
Let It RainUFO
Included on the 1982 album “Mechanix.” A five-piece rock band from London formed in 1969.
The hard, noisy guitar tone delivers a quintessential hard rock sound, and combined with the simple, powerful drumming, the melody is forceful and overwhelming to the listener.