A little wishful thinking···


RAINING WHISKEY

if it was raining whiskey tonight
this heart you broke might set right
no umbrella, no hat, just tip my head back
and pray there's no clearing in sight

pain beyond belief
so if the clouds could send some relief
i'd thank the gods, i might beat the odds
maybe i could drown this grief
   
   if it was raining whiskey tonight
   pouring hard as it can get
   i could open wide while the heavens cried
   catch enough that i could forget
   would it help? i don't know. it might
   if it was raining whiskey tonight

the sky an endless moonshime still
i could lay down and drink my fill
on and on until the hurt was gone
half afraid it never will
   
   if it was raining whiskey tonight
   pouring hard as it can get
   i could open wide while the heavens cried
   catch enough that i could forget
   would it help? i don't know. it might
   if it was raining whiskey tonight



The BAND:

RealTracks in song: 1418:Bass, Electric, SouthernRock Ev16 085
RealTracks in song: 3186:Guitar, Acoustic, Rhythm CelticSongwriterQuinn Ev16 080
RealTracks in song: 2444:Guitar, Baritone Electric, Background PopCountryBrent Ev 085
RealTracks in song: 836:Guitar, Electric, Rhythm AltCountryRootsy Ev 075 (A:muted)
RealTracks in song: 833:Guitar, Electric, Rhythm AltCountryMoody Ev 075 (A:held)
Royalty free loops
A couple of MIDI tracks created in Studio One (sustained bass and strings)
A couple more RealTrack guitars doing just Holds in the chorus.


Just your typical Country song...

Thanks to all who take the time to listen.
Comments welcomed.

fj

Hi Floyd,

What a great title and hook. You always have this talent for putting a new and original slant
onto a heartbreak story.

Loved it all. Very taken by the kick drum and the tremolo guitar was just perfect.
Wonderful vocal and harmony with your trademark sound.

As usual, a faultless arrangement and mix.

ROG.

The slightly unpredictable chord progression is a touch of genius that fools the ear causing more mental focus. Kudos, Floyd.

Excellent word pictures, imagery and production.

As modern country as it gets without a cow in the narrative.
Lovely work from all perspectives.
There's a quite loud string squeak or similar at 2.50 that you may care to notch out but that's a matter of taste.

"I could lay down and drink my fill
on and on until the hurt was gone
half afraid it never will"

These are such poignant lyrics. Job well done!

Top notch writing disguised as simplicity. Again, the internal rhymes you build so wonderfully into your write are astounding!

if it was raining whiskey tonight
this heart you broke might set right
no umbrella, no hat, just tip my head back
and pray there's no clearing in sight

pain beyond belief
so if the clouds could send some relief
i'd thank the gods, i might beat the odds
maybe i could drown this grief

...and on and on. FANTASTIC! All done in a way that the casual listener would hear it and "just like" it. It's soooo well crafted.



I have to ask if you meant this to be able to be taken two different ways?
Actually referring to it raining a lot
But also the strength/proof of the whiskey
WHO DOES THAT?! I'm AMAZED!


Slight typo, however...hearing it, I thought you were going to say "the sky an endless moon" THEN you added "shine!" THEN "still!"
Again, top notch.


The Chorus opens up and is powerful without being overwhelming. It's in nice contrast to the rest of the song. To me it feels like a failed relationship...having those moments of strength in dispair; yet questioning and having uncertainty. A little bit of hunched over, then a little bit of standing just a little taller.

The arrangement and band is a perfect fit. I LOVE that guitar! The little embellishments in the chorus are really nice as well. A lot going on without being busy!

Those drums! Specifically the toms. WOW! The hats had some nice little flourishes as well.

All in all a very believable band.



Right...you ain't fooling this guy! It may sound that way; but nothing about it is.

I could see/hear this being on the radio.

Well done!

FJ,
Interesting theme. California comes to mind...I know that they have drought ordinance in some counties prohibiting collecting rain water. I wonder if it would stop people if it was raining whiskey?

Great tune and production. I enjoy following your quest in experimenting with music genres. I do not believe it is "typical".

Thank you for sharing!

Misha.

I'm amazed at your skills to combine lyrics & music into such powerful productions... Wow!

There is nothing "typical" about any song I have ever heard from you, they are always special regardless of the genre.

Cool writing and man, love that chorus! Very powerful.

Listened though both the studio monitors and the 'phones; the "band" sounds awesome, drums (you used loops?) and bass sound fabulous, strong and powerful and each with their own space in the mix.

Very nice, Floyd, always a pleasure to listen to your music!

In one word....BRILLIANT Floyd. You've a tremendous voice for this kinda songs. Very enjoyable

As usual really good song. Love the lyrics and all the references to raining, crying, grief, numbing the pain, no clearing in sight. Very nice.

Another super song Floyd. Loved the tremelo on the guitar very nice touch. Excellent vocal and lyric. Pure quality Floyd..

Killer arrangement!

the song builds beautifully

I love all the instrument choices

the drums are punchy, the toms roll thru my headphones

super sound

awesome write, seems to me there's a positive lilt in your voice even when

singing a very sad song, an fj signature thing

I don't think it gets much better,

Kenny

Hi Floyd,

Once again you nailed it. It is a really good song - the lyrics and the composition are working so well together and everything is sitting perfect in the mix (as we have come to expect from you).

I read the lyrics before I listened and when listening to the song afterwards, the music and your vocal just felt as a perfect fit to the lyrics.

Great work on this! I hope you put it on Spotify - I know quite a few people at my work who would love to have this kind of song on their playlist.

Oh, and I love whiskey - so please let it rain tonight!

Thank you for sharing!
Will

Hey Floyd,

I really love this song and the band. Really nice work. Gorgeous sounds, mix, choice of instruments and vocals. Great lyrics.

Classic hook, of course. You always do that.

Yep.... great song you got there.

Love that tremelo guitar.

Floyd, I ain't much for whiskey, my ears enjoyed drinking this song. Cleverly constructed lyrics. I like how you opened each musical phrase in the chorus with the high notes and then went down with the melody.

Scott

Floyd,

If this were a typical country drinking song I doubt I`d be sitting here thinking Wow! What a fine song. The chorus ( and harmonies) is so good, your vocals seem to have just the right amount of ache.
The arrangment is faultless... of course!

Robert

Floyd,

I love this...

A great song and great vocal. Love the use of the baritone guitar - it really lends an emotional punch.

Excellent!

Bob

Dear Floyd,

I'm no expert in this genre, but this sounds like an outstangly great song to me. Loved the lyrics, great hook, fantastic arrangement. And, of course, as always well-sung.

Just brilliant!

Cheers,

Stefan

Excellent stuff. Made me thirsty.



Regards,

Bob

Thanks, ROG - appreciate that...




Donny - always glad to see you drop by! - thanks!

Perfectly produced radio friendly song, the lyrical hook and the baritone guitar are its highlights.

Janne

Thanks, Ray. I hear the string squeak (knew it was there). I typically leave them - as part of "what makes a performance" - it generally seems natural to me... unless it really detracts from the overall sound or feel of the song, which in this case I don;t think it does. Thanks for the careful listen.

Sounds more country than what is called country these days... and that's a good thing. Great job.

floyd

Excellent imagery, great sound, great band, great vocal.
Great song.

Peter

HTL beat us to the rhyme structure comments but from the get go we noticed how creative they were. Not one whit forced and very effective.

And then there’s the three verse / chorus structure that states it all in both a concise and powerful manner.

And then there’s the signature floyd vocal that is always strong and emotive - irrespective of the genre.

And then there’s the band...man, did that guitar nail it. A highlight within a great mix.

And then there’s J&B saying again, “ain’t he good! And now let’s have good small batch shot”

J&B

Great song Floyd, especially love the spaghetti guitars in this one, the perfect touch to a wonderful song!!!!! CLiff

Thanks, Ember. It is always appreciated when someone picks lyrics to note...

I really like the feel and musical color you've delivered throughout this fabulous delivery, Floyd.

Another masterfully created set of lyrics, taking the listener into the story just so well.

You've gotta know how much I appreciate this. Songwriting Craft is supremely important to me - and it should be polished to the point that it slips by easily - not "hit you over the head - yet stands up to detailed scrutiny...






Well...yeah...




Again, thanks..Excuse the misspelling...


Coming from you... that means a lot to me...



THANKS! for that wonderful review/comment!!!

Thanks, Misha. Get them rain barrels out there!!

Hi, Floyd !:))


When do you come over
to my place to stand in the
rain of whiskey ?

I love it ( in fact I
like cognac or brandy somewhat
more than whiskey ) !!!

But I can provide whiskey
whenever you wont it!

Your tune just did this to us !
there you see, so get yourself aboard
a plane for Helsinki !!

Cheers
Dani

Floyd, you just kill me man! Your creativity is off the charts! This has a beautiful sound! Your vocal is just full of a vibe that just pulls the listener in and makes them just sit and absorb it all! That vibrato guitar part really makes this one pop! Great work again! Thanks, Torrey

I was on board as soon as I heard the baritone guitar. Great song. Excellent.

What a great lyric for a drink my heart better song. I love the arrangement and vocal FJ. I think this is one of my new favs of yours.

I appreciate that, Jim. Thanks.




Thanks for the nice review, Dave. The drums are from a Drums On Demand file - a full song, stereo drum track that I chopped up and used pieces to reconstruct this song...

Graham - that is nice of you to say... thanks for stopping by..

Man, this is well done! Love the mix. Everything is in its right place. Good full sound, very tastefully done! Your vocals are spot on and expressive as ever. Good write, some really good lines in this one.

I've been out for a few weeks, and have really missed a lot. I'm sure glad I was able to get back to hear this one! (Good news, for me anyway. Tomorrow is my last day on this job, and my schedule should be much better, so I should be around a lot more.)

Really loved this one!

Steve

Floyd,

Great stuff, marked by your usual excellent vocal and production! Really cool listen—good luck with this one!

Hope all is well in your world,

Deej

Very nice. Love that guitar style.

thanks for having a listen, Donna...




Thanks, Scott!!

Kenny - thanks for that really nice review...

Floyd sets standards.

This is a great one from any angle.

"Just your typical Country song..." by one of the most proficient producers of a "Just your typical Country song..." writer to be found anywhere. I'm off to cry in my beer as I take another listen on this old bar's jukebox.... Great work Floyd.

And thanks for sharing your thoughts on this one, Will... appreciate that...




Thanks for that, David....

Another spectacular write!!! Love the groove.....draws you in (the spagetti western guitar is a perfect fit). It's got heart, it's got wit, colorful metaphors, and oodles of fantastic lines! Some of my faves are:

no umbrella, no hat, just tip my head back
and pray there's no clearing in sight

and

i could open wide while the heavens cried

Simply does not get any better than that!!

Needless to say, production and mix are top drawer! (but I'll say it anyway)

Great, great stuff Floyd!!!

Take care. Greg

Thanks, Herb...




I certainly appreciate that. Stefan...

I'll be sure to bring my umbrella - upside-down!

I just love that baritone guitar!

Wonderful composition.

another hit added to the string!!

great job, as always!

-rob

Another great write, supported by a fine vocal. That tremolo guitar is a standout and is so present it sounds like it’s right here in the room. You certainly seem to have a large seed bank of song ideas! Your manipulation of the real tracks is nothing short of remarkable. The attention to detail not only in the write but also in the arrangement and production is a hallmark in all your songs. I expect we are in for a lot more of these musical gems in 2019. Outstanding job, Tom

I could open wide while the heavens cried! Dang! Why ain't you famous? Your lyrics always blow me away! As a former professional drunk I approve this song!

Bob - Thanks for stopping by for a listen!





Thanks, Janne...





Thanks. There is still good Country out there scattered about...

Peter - thanks for all those superlatives!





Cheers! to you both!! Thanks for the great review...

What a tune! Love the sincerity in both your vocals and instruments here. Really hits the soul. Nicely catchy on the hook to - it manages to be an earworm while still tugging at the heart string. I personally loved it!

Nothing I'd change here - thanks for sharing

Thanks, Cliff....




Trev - Thanks for stopping by and for the fine review...





Thanks, Dani!!!





A reaction like that from you, Torrey, is icing on the cake! Thanks!!

Thanks!




Josie - Thanks for stopping by. We should see you more often!...




Thanks, Steve. Always glad to hear your thoughts on a song and its presentation...




Appreciate that, Deej... good to see you around again...

floyd,

Beautiful modern country ballad!
I completely agree with Rob.
What a great title and hook. You always have this talent for putting a new and original slant onto a heartbreak story.
And I also completely agree with HearToLearn.
The rhymes you build is wonderful.
And super vocal as usual.
Enjoyed my listen a lot.

Best regards.

Shigeki Adachi

Thanks, ed...




thanks for stopping in for a listen, Phil...




I appreciate that, Charlie. Thanks for your continued support...





Thanks for that great review, Greg!! If there is anyone that I like to see quoting lyrics, it is a songwriter as good as you!!

Thanks, Lawrence...




thanks for having a listen, Rob...

I appreciate all of that, Tom - coming from someone how also pays a lot of attention to detail in their writes, arrangements and productions... Thanks!!

- very nice to see you drop in for a listen, Tommy...!!





Thanks for dropping by, Deryk!!





Shigeki Adachi - Thanks for that very fine review!!

I just had to come back for another listen...
I really like this one!

Hey floyd,

According to Soundcloud, I first listened to this song 2 months ago. After I listened, I set the song aside to come back and write a couple of thoughts... Where did all that time go?

As late as late can be, here are those thoughts

What first grabbed my attention here is how you've use the rhyme scheme for the limerick, i.e. AABBA, to present the verses. A long time ago, I read in a songwriting book that this rhyme scheme is a good one if humour is required. At the time I read that, I didn't agree because, for me at least, the humour in limericks is about the words and the rhyme scheme is just how that word content is delivered.

For example...

• A writer of songs named floyd
  Had wonderful skills he employed
  And he delivered his words
  As if they were chauffeured
  And all who heard them, enjoyed

While the above maybe creates a small smile, I'm pretty certain that that's not due to the rhyme scheme. (If my students at school heard or read this, they would definitely groan!)

What you've shown us all in "Raining Whisky" is that the AABBA rhyme scheme presents serious lyrics with pizzazz. It also flows along well.

All the best,
Noel

Well,

It looks like I missed this one when you posted it. It's a sad day to miss a new Floyd Jane song. Your professionalism shines on this in every aspect. It's a rhyming scheme I used to use a lot, but not too much recently. Maybe I need to rethink that.

Love the higher EQ accent on the drums in the chorus - it's a great drum track! Typing through a smile. I like that!

Alan

Damn, this is so radio-ready. I guess all your stuff is. Amazing! Really enjoy listening to your tunes!