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Because after all, the rain does leave behind a nice clean that brings a smile to your face.

This orchestrated, yet not dramatic, arrangement is the sound of Raindrops and it’s the sound of mainstream crossover pop of the late ‘60s, the sound that Thomas made his own starting with this very record. A slightly melancholy, earthy, fresh scent. gives it an appropriately soft and symphonic treatment. What’s most revealing is Thomas' choice of “The Greatest Love” from Joe South - it’s one of South’s poppiest numbers, and B.J. But of course it is actually an American tune, written for a specific movie. The Academy Award-winning song from Butch Cassidy & the Sundance Kid and 1 hit Raindrops Keep Falling on My Head powered the album of the same name to 15. Bacharach & David are heard on the title track and “This Guy’s In Love with You,” Jimmy Webb has two songs (“If You Must Leave My Life,” “Do What You Gotta Do”), Mark James, author of “Hooked on a Feeling,” has two cuts, including “Suspicious Minds,” and Bobby Russell’s ‘60s standard “Little Green Apples” gets an airing. Thomass breezy performance combined with the seamlessly optimistic lyrics produce a delightful number that makes the listener feel truly joyful. by Amanda London ApRaindrops Keep Fallin’ on My Head was one of the first biggest and most-notable hits that John Farnham, an Australian musician, ever scored in his long, illustrious career. Naturally, “Raindrops Keep Falling on My Head”’s prominent position in Butch Cassidy & the Sundance Kid was instrumental in this breakthrough - its blockbuster status guaranteeing Thomas a bump - but the LP Raindrops Keep Falling on My Head followed through on the single, abandoning any lingering Texas soul influences remaining in Thomas and focusing firmly on pop. Thomas Raindrops Keep Fallin On My Head: Raindrops are falling on my head And just like the guy whose feet are too big for his bed Nothing se. I believe its a metaphor for lifes problems/obstacles/challenges, and that the following lines explain theres no time for sulking/self-pitying. Thomas had hits before “Raindrops Keep Falling on My Head” - big ones, too, like “Hooked on a Feeling” - but that 1969 single made his career, establishing him as a first-class adult contemporary singer. Strumming Intro Verse 1 Raindrops keep falling on my head And just like the guy whose feet are too big for his bed, Nothing seems to fit, those.