It’s Raining Again

The song is a masterclass in using simple diatonic harmony to create emotional resonance. It distinguishes itself through the signature Wurlitzer electric piano sound and the 'pathetic fallacy' of using a bright, major key (G major) to accompany lyrics about sadness and loss. The harmonic structure is characterized by smooth voice leading in the bass line and the use of the iii chord (Bm) to temper the brightness of the I-IV-V structure. The outro is particularly distinctive, quoting the 'It's raining, it's pouring' nursery rhyme over a static harmonic loop, grounding the song in a sense of childhood innocence.

Roger Hodgson wrote the song as a reaction to a breakup, intentionally pairing a melancholic subject with an upbeat, 'nursery rhyme' style melody. Like many of Hodgson's hits, it was written several years before it was actually recorded and released by the band.

Released in 1982 as a lead single, this track captures the transition of Supertramp from progressive rock to sophisticated global pop. It features Roger Hodgson's signature Wurlitzer piano and high-register vocals, serving as one of the final hits for the band's classic lineup.