MAR 28
CHRIS HART - "RAIN" | REVIEW
BY LUNA CARDOSO
Chris Hart, a London-based folk-rock singer-songwriter, continues his musical journey with Rain, a song that reflects the bittersweet beauty of starting over in a new place. Rain is the third track in his waterfall-style album, following Anywhere and Selfish, which explore themes of love and homesickness. This time, Hart's focus is more introspective: growing to embrace change.
The song opens with a nostalgic reflection on childhood storms, which were once cause for concern but are now a metaphor for the emotional downpours of uprooting one's life. The lyrics trace Hart's emotional change from someone fleeing the rain to someone who finds peace in it. The line "I got a haircut and a new phone number / and a new guitar to lay down under" paints a vivid picture of reinvention, while small domestic details like "drinking wine from coffee mugs" add a warm, grounding touch.
Rain sounds as peaceful as its title suggests. The melody subtly flows, reflecting the song's message of acceptance. Hart's folk-rock roots shine through in the organic arrangement, which features acoustic sounds and modest instrumental swells to create an atmosphere of peaceful reflection. Repeated like a mantra, the chorus emphasizes that going on doesn't mean forgetting where you came from.
With Rain, Chris Hart delivers an intimate, wistful track that turns uncertainty into something beautiful. It's a song about finding calm amid the unfamiliar, about learning that home is an emotion rather than a physical location. The gentle melody and lyrics of Rain have a soothing effect, making it a perfect companion for those standing at the crossroads of change. Rain is a reminder that sometimes you have to let it fall.
