Beatles Rain (1) by KahlanAmnelle on DeviantArt (original) (raw)
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Published: Mar 17, 2023
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The Beatles
Title:
- Rain
Release:
- 30 May 1966
Genre:
- Rock
- Psychedelic Rock
Language:
- English
Tracklist:
- Rain
- composed by John Lennon, produced by George Martin
Duration:
- 3:00
Label:
- Capitol Records
Music Videos:
- Director: Michael Lindsay-Hogg
- The video features the band performing in a studio and on a rooftop, with some scenes reversed or slowed down for a psychedelic effect.
Achievements and Awards:
- Ranked 20th in Mojo’s list of “The 101 Greatest Beatles Songs”
Theme:
- The song serves as a metaphor for change and introspection, capturing the acceptance of life’s unpredictability and challenges.
Available Formats:
- Digital
- Spotify, Apple Music, Amazon Music
- Vinyl
Photographer/Designer:
- Robert Whitaker (photographer for the Paperback Writer/Rain single cover)
Iconic Quotes:
- Rain is about people moaning about the weather all the time - John Lennon
Fun Facts:
- Rain was the first song to use a tape played backwards, creating the strange audio effect.
- The song was recorded during the sessions for Revolver, although it did not appear on the album.
- Ringo Starr has cited his drumming on Rain as his best recorded performance.
- The promotional films for Rain are considered early precursors to modern music videos.
- The song’s rhythm track was slowed down to achieve its distinctive sound.
Legacy:
- Rain is often cited as one of the Beatles’ finest B-sides.
- The song’s innovative use of backwards vocals influenced many future recordings.
- Rain marked a significant step in the Beatles’ transition to more experimental music.
- The song’s introspective lyrics and psychedelic sound have been praised by critics and fans alike.
- Rain continues to be celebrated for its groundbreaking production techniques.
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