About the song
“Raindrops Keep Fallin’ on My Head,” composed by Burt Bacharach and Hal David for the 1969 film *Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid*, is a memorable tune with a hopeful message. This song, performed by B. J. Thomas, became an instant classic, capturing the essence of optimism and resilience through its lyrics. The song speaks to overcoming life’s challenges and finding happiness despite adversity, as reflected in the line, “it won’t be long till happiness steps up to greet me.”
Released as a single, “Raindrops Keep Fallin’ on My Head” achieved remarkable success, reaching No. 1 on the charts in the United States, Canada, and Norway, and peaking at No. 38 on the UK Singles Chart. It dominated the Billboard Hot 100 for four weeks in January 1970 and became the first American No. 1 hit of the 1970s. The song also topped the Billboard Adult Contemporary chart for seven weeks and was named the No. 4 song of 1970 by Billboard. By mid-March 1970, it had sold over two million copies, showcasing its widespread appeal.
The song’s journey to fame was not without its hurdles. Initially, there was skepticism about its fit for the Western film, and even some criticism from within the film’s cast. However, the decision to include the song proved to be a brilliant one. It was awarded an Oscar for Best Original Song, with Bacharach also winning Best Original Score.
“Raindrops Keep Fallin’ on My Head” has since become an enduring piece of American cinema and music history. It was even featured in the 2004 film *Spider-Man 2* and remains a notable part of popular culture. In 2013, the song was inducted into the Grammy Hall of Fame, cementing its status as a timeless classic.
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Lyrics
Raindrops are falling on my head
And just like the guy whose feet are too big for his bed
Nothing seems to fit
Those raindrops are falling on my head, they keep falling
So I just did me some talking to the sun
And I said I didn’t like the way he got things done
Sleeping on the job
Those raindrops are falling on my head, they keep falling
But there’s one thing I know
The blues they send to meet me
Won’t defeat me, it won’t be long
Till happiness steps up to greet me
Raindrops keep falling on my head
But that doesn’t mean my eyes will soon be turning red
Crying’s not for me
‘Cause I’m never gonna stop the rain by complaining
Because I’m free
Nothing’s worrying me
It won’t be long till happiness steps up to greet me
Raindrops keep falling on my head
But that doesn’t mean my eyes will soon be turning red
Crying’s not for me
‘Cause I’m never gonna stop the rain by complaining
Because I’m free
Nothing’s worrying me