Prolonged Rain

(Verse 1) Drops are tapping on the eaves again, The sky is grey — it’s hard to breathe. No rays of sun for a whole week now, My heart is tight — I can’t take a deep breath. I’ll grab my umbrella — my old friend, It’s with me again on this long day. The city’s hidden behind the veil, The rain keeps falling — it doesn’t mind the wait. (Chorus) Prolonged rain, prolonged, Whisper of drops — it’s your voice. So monotonous and barely alive, But don’t rush to leave, just stay awhile. (Verse 2) The window’s fogged up, tea in my cup, A film’s on screen — I’m not into it much. I recall how I’d greet the sun, And how we laughed in the warmth we’d won. But now there’s just the rhythm of the rain, It drums on the roof — a muffled refrain. So monotonous, like a dream with no hope, One thing brings comfort: you’re still with me, I know. (Chorus) Prolonged rain, prolonged, Whisper of drops — it’s your voice. So monotonous and barely alive, But don’t rush to leave, just stay awhile. (Verse 3) Suddenly the wind tears through — it rips the fog apart, A timid ray breaks through, alive and bright at heart. The rain is fading — the novel’s been read, The main hero’s no longer a stranger instead. Drops are sliding down — one last moment in sight, The sky grows brighter, grows light in the quiet night. The world’s been mended, its pieces align, I smile at you — just breathe, it’s alright. (Chorus) Prolonged rain, prolonged, Whisper of drops — it’s your voice. So monotonous and barely alive, But don’t rush to leave, just stay awhile.