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"Here's That Rainy Day"

38m · I've Heard That Song Before · 05 Dec 17:48

Joe and his guest, Lee Bush, listen with you to 4 renditions of "Here's that Rainy Day," exploring the different levels of themelodies and harmoniesinthis standard. They dive intothe profoundly sad lyrics, exposing the ironic nature of this song.Then they listen with you tothis week's bonus tune,“September in the Rain," a song performedby Joe Williams witha more upbeat take onrain. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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