Everything Rain


Have you ever been caught in the midst of a thunderous storm? The rain pelting against the windowpanes, the wind howling like a symphony of chaos, and the darkness enveloping everything in its path. It’s overwhelming, isn’t it?

Sometimes, our minds can feel just like that - loud, turbulent, and consumed by a torrential downpour of emotions. 

Picture yourself in the shoes of Tiny Dragon from James Norbury’s “Big Panda and Tiny Dragon,” feeling lost in the midst of a storm raging inside your head. “My head feels like this storm sometimes,” you might say. The turbulence within can be paralyzing, stealing away our executive functions and leaving us feeling stranded amidst the tempest of our emotions. 

In such moments, it’s as if the storm has taken over, leaving us frozen in its wake. The ability to regulate our emotions becomes a Herculean task, overshadowed by the thunderous roar of our racing thoughts and feels. 

But just as Tiny Dragon found solace in Big Panda’s gentle words, there’s a glimmer of hope amidst the chaos. “If you really listen, you can hear raindrops splashing on stone,” Big Panda reminds us. Even in the midst of the storm, there’s a chance to find a little peace - a moment to pause, to quiet the mind, and to reclaim control over our emotions. 




In his song “Forever Rain,” RM of BTS beautifully captures this sentiment. As you listen to the rain falling in the background, his words paint a picture of finding solace in the storm: 

”When it rains, I get a little feeling that I do have a friend”

In these lyrics, RM expresses the comforting sensation that comes with rainfall, as if it brings the presence of a friend. It’s a reminder that even in the darkest moments, we’re not alone - there’s a companion in the rain, offering solace and companionship amidst the turmoil. 

But beyond seeking refuge, there’s also the importance of finding the positive amidst the storm. Just as the rain nourishes the earth, so too can our struggles nurture growth and resilience within us. It’s about shifting our perspective, finding beauty in the midst of chaos, and embracing the lessons that adversity brings. 

So, next time you find yourself in the midst of an emotional storm, remember Tiny Dragon and Big Panda’s wisdom. Pause, listen for the raindrops on the stone, and seek out that glimmer of peace within the tempest. And as RM’s soothing voice reminds us, perhaps we’ll find that even in the forever rain, there is beauty, there is growth, and there is hope.


Video Link: forever rain - RM

English Translation Lyrics (Genius.com)

[Verse 1]

I wish it rains all day

'Cause I'd like someone to cry for me, yeah

I wish it rains all day

'Cause then people wouldn't stare at me, yeah

[Verse 2]

‘Cause the umbrella would cover the sad face

‘Cause in the rain people are busy minding themselves

Gonna breathe a little slower

“Cause my life and my rap, they’re usually too fast

[Verse 3]

Now everything goes back to its place

My shadow’s reflected on the sky

I’m standing on the darkness

Head down to my heels, yeah

[Refrain]

Slow rap, slow jam, slow rain

Everything slow

Slow rap, slow jam, slow rain

Everything slow

[Chorus]

Forever rain (forever rain) x 7

(forever rain) Forever rain x 4

[Verse 4]

When it rains, I get a little feeling that I do have a friend

Keeps knocking on my windows

Asks me if I’m doing well

And I answer, “I’m still a hostage of life”

I don’t live because I can’t die

But I’m chained to something

[Verse 5]

Just like you, if I could just knock on somewhere

If I could kiss the whole world so hard

Would someone welcome me, maybe embrace my weary body?

[Verse 6]

Please don’t ask any questions

But do keep pouring forever

I’m not lonely when you’re pouring

Please stay by my side

Wanna live in the ashy world

I know that there’s no forever

[Bridge]

Slow rap, slow jam, slow rain

Everything slow

When it rains, it pours

When it rains, it pours

It pours (it pours, it pours)

[Chorus]

Forever rain (forever rain) x 6

Forever rain

[Outro]

(Forever rain) Forever rain x 4

Forever rain (Forever pour on me)

Forever rain (Forever)

Forever rain, pour on me

Forever rain, forever rain (Forever)

Forever rain, forever rain

Pour on me


I do not own the rights to any of the videos, audio, or lyrics. All rights go out to BigHit, HYBE, RM, BTS, and to whomever owns the video. English Translation generated by Genius.com. Content shared for reference purposes only. 


Photos of the book pages from "Big Panda and Tiny Dragon" by James Norbury, were taken by me from my own copy of the book and should not be reproduced without my permission. 
I do not own any rights to the illustrations or text. Content shared for reference purposes only.

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