Kiss the Rain


"Kiss the Rain" is a song by British singer Billie Myers, from her debut album Growing, Pains. It was released in 1997 as the lead single of the album by Universal Records. The song, produced by Desmond Child, is considered Myers' signature song and is her only notable hit. Myers also recorded a Spanish version of this song titled "Besa la lluvia ".
The song charted at number four on the UK Singles Chart for two weeks. It also became an international hit, reaching number two in Canada and number 15 in Sweden and on the US Billboard Hot 100. It was included in season two, episode two, "Crossroads" of the TV series Dawson's Creek.

Critical reception

Billboard wrote that "the gripping, acoustic sounds of the track's mood-setting guitar makes the palpable echoes of Billie Myers' voice really stand out." They noted further that "in fact, the chaotic, ever-sure echo full of Myers' emotions charmingly reaches the audience and has a lasting effect. The drum beats wonderfully complement the compelling guitar sounds. This wonderful single is full of depth, emotion, and musical clarity".

Track listings and formats

CD maxi-single
  1. "Kiss the Rain" – 4:09
  2. "Kiss the Rain" – 4:30
  3. "Kiss the Rain" – 7:23
  4. "Sleeping Beauty" – 3:57
12" maxi-single
  1. "Kiss the Rain" – 5:28
  2. "Kiss the Rain" – 3:52
  3. "Kiss the Rain" – 4:30
  4. "Kiss the Rain" – 7:52
  5. "Kiss the Rain" – 7:55

    Personnel

Weekly charts

Year-end charts

Certifications