2:13
single, 1951
Written by Johnnie Ray
Ray, considered by some as an important figure in the development of rock 'n' roll, here turns in a belting, overwrought pop vocal with emotion dripping from every syllable. This is not early rockabilly or blues, but the straight pop vocal stylings of the time. Ray was born partially deaf, which may explain his unique, wavering vocal style. In this song, the narrator meets a lonesome, sad cloud, who, after complaining that no one cares if it lives or dies, then abruptly does a 180 in attitude and assures him that "Do your best and always remember / The dark clouds pass with time." Clouds, man. What are they really thinking?
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