Slipknot

Lyrics

[Intro]
Ooh, ooh

[Verse]
It's been years since anyone could be a friend
It's the fear that kills the feeling in the end
Can we face it? Can we shape it? Can we really die?
If rain is what you want, all you have to do is close your eyes
Just close your eyes
I am watching resurrection start to crawl
Is there any chance in hell? Any chance at all?
Do we need it? Do we see it? Is it really there?
If rain is what you want then take your seats, enjoy the fall
Enjoy the fall

[Chorus]
The only thing deeper than my last breath
The only thing darker than my last death
Is the panic, the static, I've come back from the dead
But my cities will never sleep again

[Bridge]
In these diamonds, we're left with colored glass
As pressure takes its toll, we will outlast
But you can't break my heart
As long as I can be myself, I'll never fall apart
And you can't take me in
If I'm not broken, break me down
So I will never feel alone again
[Chorus]
The only thing deeper than my last breath
The only thing darker than my last death
Is the panic, the static, I've come back from the dead
But my cities will never sleep again
My cities will never sleep again
My cities will never sleep again
My cities will never sleep again
My cities will never sleep again

It is natural to grieve when someone you know passes away. The experience can be devastating, and everybody copes with it differently. For artists, especially musicians, the process of grieving may be visible in their art. Musicians have found solace in their artistic expression, such as writing songs to cope with their pain. Slipknot's "If Rain Is What You Want" is one such song. It is a tribute to a band member and is a melancholic look at how people wanted the band to deal with the loss.

Slipknot is a Grammy award-winning band with millions of followers all over the world. The band members have always been honest about their struggles, with many of their songs serving as a medium for them to express their sorrows. The Gray Chapter is Slipknot's fifth album and was one of the toughest records the band ever created. The album was a dedication to their former bassist, Paul Gray, who passed away in 2010. The album represents the band's collective sense of mourning and loss. The fourteenth track on the album, "If Rain Is What You Want," is a brilliant tribute to Gray.

About If Rain Is What You Want

"If Rain Is What You Want" was inspired by the band's reactions to the public's expectations of them after Gray's untimely demise. Corey Taylor, the band's lead vocalist, spoke about the song in an interview with Kerrang! magazine. According to Taylor, the public had predetermined ideas of how Slipknot should grieve the loss of their bandmate. Taylor spoke about how he and others thought about the situation differently. They felt that they were the only ones who knew what it felt like to lose Gray. The song is, therefore, their emotional response to the public's expectations.

The song features the band's somber musical style. The song begins with a slow and gentle melody and is immediately recognizable as a Slipknot creation. The first verse is Taylor's exposition of his grief, represented by the line "Something about the rain keeps me alive." The lyrics of the song reflect the emotions the band members were going through at the time. They believed that they could handle the situation without interference from outsiders. They had to come to terms with their loss in their way and at their pace. The song represents the band's confusion when faced with the general public's expectations in dealing with such a significant loss.

The melody in "If Rain Is What You Want" is reminiscent of Gray's signature style. Slipknot chose a song that highlighted the bass guitar notes, honoring their fallen bandmate. The vocal performances by Taylor and others are the epitome of emotional catharsis. The lyrics are poignant and moving, making for a powerful and bittersweet composition.

The song's composition is such that it moves slowly, with a feeling of constant loss that culminates in a sad acceptance of reality. The song's structure is essential, with the instrumental break providing a much-needed pause before the final emotional verse and chorus. The instrumentation is beautifully arranged, and the composition ends with a sudden halt, much like the life that inspired it.

Wrapping Up

"If Rain Is What You Want" is one of the most emotional tributes to a fallen musician ever created. The song represents the band's pain and the emotions they went through while dealing with such significant loss. Yet, even this song's darkest moments remind the listener that life goes on and that bandmates must pick up the pieces and move forward. By acknowledging their loss, the band members were able to find the strength to continue with music and remember Gray in their way. The song's complexity and power continue to resonate with music lovers worldwide and pay tribute to the man who inspired such incredible music.

• Release Date: October 17, 2014
• Artist: Slipknot