Kirk Franklin - It's Rainin' Lyrics
Lyrics
Chorus:
Send it on down, send it on down, send your rain down
Send it on down, send it on down, send your rain down
Send it on down, send it on down, send your rain down
Send it on down, send it on down, send your rain down
Verse 1:
We need to feel some holy drops from you(send it on down)
Lord we are willing to go through and through(send it on down)
Shower down a blessing on your people(send it on down)
Lord we need you to shower down a blessing on us
Chorus:
Repeat verse 1:
Chorus:
Bridge:
We're waiting here for our blessing, let it pour down, for me
We need to feel your anointing, Let it pour fresh, for me
(Repeat 2x)
Rainin, it's rainin, it's rainin, it's rainin (C'mon take it up now)
It's rainin,(one time) rainin,(two times)rainin, it's rainin, it's rainin,
It's rainin, it's rainin, it's rainin, it's rainin, it's rainin, it's rainin, it's rainin,
it's rainin, it's rainin, it's rainin
(Wait a minute give them my freestyle one more time
In his name C'mon and help me,help me, help me, help me)
Rainin, it's rainin, it's rainin, it's rainin, it's rainin
(Wait a minute it ain't over, I just gotta turn the tape over excuse me
There it go, Whooo)
Raini, it's rainin, it's rainin, it's rainin, it's rainin
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It's Rainin'
Meaning & Inspiration
Kirk Franklin’s "It's Rainin'", released on December 25, 2014, is far more than a simple track; it's a profound spiritual plea set to music, an urgent cry from the heart of a community seeking divine intervention and renewal. At its core, the song embodies a collective hunger for God's presence, using the powerful biblical metaphor of rain to represent a fresh outpouring of the Holy Spirit, blessings, and anointing. It immediately draws the listener into a posture of expectation and devotion, setting the stage for a deeply moving experience centered entirely on a yearning for spiritual revival.
The central invocation, "Send your rain down," is a direct echo of ancient prayers for divine provision and favor. In Scripture, rain frequently symbolizes God’s blessings, His covenant faithfulness, and the life-giving power of His Spirit. Just as dry ground desperately needs water to flourish, the human spirit, the song suggests, needs "holy drops" from God to thrive. Passages like Isaiah 44:3, where God declares, "I will pour out water on the thirsty land, and streams on the dry ground; I will pour out My Spirit on your offspring and My blessing on your descendants," beautifully illustrate this connection. Similarly, Hosea 6:3 speaks of God coming "like the rain, like the spring rain watering the earth," signifying a refreshing and restorative divine visitation. The repeated call to "shower down a blessing on your people" is a collective act of faith, affirming a belief in God’s willingness and ability to provide for His children in abundance, reminiscent of Deuteronomy 28:12, where rain in its season is a sign of divine blessing and prosperity.
The song’s bridge intensifies this spiritual longing, shifting from a general request for rain to a specific yearning: "We need to feel your anointing, Let it pour fresh, for me." This plea for anointing speaks to a desire for spiritual empowerment, guidance, and consecration. In the New Testament, the anointing often refers to the presence and indwelling of the Holy Spirit, who teaches, comforts, and equips believers. 1 John 2:27 affirms this, stating that "the anointing which you received from Him remains in you, and you have no need for anyone to teach you; but as His anointing teaches you about all things." The emphasis on "fresh" anointing highlights a need for continuous renewal, acknowledging that spiritual life requires ongoing communion and fresh impartation from God. The declaration, "We're waiting here for our blessing," underscores a patient yet fervent expectation, a posture of faith that aligns with biblical calls to wait on the Lord with courage and steadfastness, as seen in Psalm 27:14 and Lamentations 3:25.
Moreover, the line "Lord we are willing to go through and through" reveals a foundational commitment underlying this fervent prayer. It expresses a readiness to endure trials and tribulations, recognizing that spiritual growth and the reception of blessings often involve perseverance. This sentiment resonates with Romans 5:3-4, which teaches that "tribulation brings about perseverance; and perseverance, proven character; and proven character, hope." The song, therefore, is not merely a passive request but an active engagement of faith, where the community presents itself as prepared and dedicated, ready for whatever spiritual journey God calls them to undertake. The insistent, almost chant-like repetition of "Rainin', it's rainin'" towards the song’s close transforms the request into a prophetic declaration, embodying a spirit of expectation that God is indeed moving, that the spiritual outpouring is imminent and already taking place.
Ultimately, "It's Rainin'" serves as a powerful anthem for anyone seeking a deeper connection with the divine. It cultivates an atmosphere of intense spiritual expectation, inviting individuals to open their hearts fully to receive God’s abundant grace, fresh anointing, and life-changing blessings. It's a testament to faith's enduring power, reminding all who listen that God is eager to respond to a people whose hearts are willing and whose spirits are thirsty for His presence. The song encourages believers to not only ask but to expect, to prepare their spiritual ground for the outpouring that brings renewal, strength, and purpose, truly a musical sermon that inspires unwavering hope.