Let It Rain

by Eric Clapton
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Lyrics

The (D)rain is fall ing through the mist of sor row (G)that sur (D)round ed me.

The sun could nev er thaw a way the bliss that lays a (D)round me.

Let it rain,

let it rain.

Let your love rain (G)down on (D)me.

Let it rain,

let it rain.

Let it rain,

(G)rain, (D)rain.

My (D)life was like a des ert flow er burn ing (G)in the (D)sun.

ed me.

Un til I found the way to love was hard er said than (D)done.

me.

Let it rain,

let it rain.

Let your love rain (G)down on (D)me.

Let it rain,

let it rain.

Let it rain,

(G)rain, (D)rain.

My

(G)rain, (A)rain.

(G)rain, (D)rain.

Let it rain,

let it rain.

Let your love rain (G)down on (D)me.

Let it rain,

let it rain.

Let it rain,

(G)rain, (A)rain.

Rain,

rain.

Rain,

rain.

Let It Rain โ€” Easy Piano Notes for Beginners

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Learn "Let It Rain" on piano with easy notes โ€” perfect for absolute beginners. Large color-coded note names show exactly which keys to press. No music reading required. Key of D, 115 BPM.

Tip: Start at 50% speed to get comfortable with the fingering, then work your way up to full tempo.

About โ€œLet It Rainโ€

Can I play "Let It Rain" without reading sheet music?
Yes โ€” Easy Notes mode prints the letter name (C, D, Eโ€ฆ) directly on each note in big color-coded labels, so you can match colors to your keyboard without any traditional notation. The whole arrangement of "Let It Rain" is playable in minutes, even for first-time players.
What key is "Let It Rain" by Eric Clapton played in?
Let It Rain is arranged in the key of D on Super Simple Piano. You can transpose to any other key live in the player.
What's the tempo (BPM) of "Let It Rain"?
The arrangement plays at 115 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
Is "Let It Rain" easy to play on piano?
Yes โ€” this is one of our beginner-friendly arrangements with simplified chords and color-coded notes.
Can I download sheet music for "Let It Rain"?
Yes โ€” registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
Who composed "Let It Rain"?
"Let It Rain" was originally performed by Eric Clapton. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
What chords are used in "Let It Rain"?
This arrangement uses 7 chords: A, Am, C, D, Em, F#m, G.
What other songs by Eric Clapton can I play here?
Try "RUNNING ON FAITH", "BELIEVE IN LIFE", "MY FATHER'S EYES". All are in our player with color-coded notes; pick the one matching your level.
Can a complete beginner play "Let It Rain"?
Absolutely! The Beginner mode shows large color-coded notes with letter names (C, D, E...). Just match the colors to your keyboard โ€” no music reading needed. "Let It Rain" is perfect for first-time players.
Do I need to read music to play "Let It Rain"?
No! Our Beginner mode replaces traditional notation with color-coded letter names. Each note shows exactly which key to press. You can start playing "Let It Rain" in minutes, even if you've never touched a piano before.