Composer

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Harold Arlen

Genre

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Vocal

Style

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Vocal Music

Average_duration

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3:28

"Right as the Rain" is a popular song composed by Harold Arlen, with lyrics by E.Y. Harburg. The song was written in 1934 and premiered in the Broadway musical "Cotton Club Parade of 1934". The musical was a revue that featured African American performers and showcased the music and dance of the Harlem Renaissance. "Right as the Rain" is a romantic ballad that features a simple melody and a straightforward, optimistic message. The song is composed in the key of C major and has a moderate tempo. The song is structured in a standard AABA form, with each section consisting of eight bars. The first section of the song features a simple melody that is repeated twice. The lyrics describe the feeling of being in love and the joy that comes with it. The second section of the song features a more complex melody that builds on the first section. The lyrics describe the feeling of being "right as the rain" and the sense of contentment that comes with being in love. The third section of the song features a bridge that provides a contrast to the previous sections. The melody is more chromatic and the lyrics describe the uncertainty and doubt that can come with love. The final section of the song returns to the simple melody of the first section and repeats the message of the song's title. "Right as the Rain" is characteristic of Arlen's style, which often featured simple melodies and optimistic lyrics. Arlen was known for his ability to write catchy tunes that were easy to sing and remember. The song has been covered by many artists over the years, including Judy Garland, Frank Sinatra, and Barbra Streisand.

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