Whiskey and Rain

"Whiskey and Rain" is a song recorded by American country music singer Michael Ray. It was released on September 25, 2020 as the lead single from his upcoming fourth studio album, and released to country radio on October 26, 2020.[1] The song was co-written by Jesse Frasure and Josh Thompson, and produced by Ross Copperman.[2]

"Whiskey and Rain"
Single by Michael Ray
Released
  • September 25, 2020
  • October 26, 2020 (country radio)[1]
GenreCountry
Length3:26
LabelWarner Bros. Nashville
Songwriter(s)
Producer(s)Ross Copperman
Michael Ray singles chronology
"Her World or Mine"
(2019)		 "Whiskey and Rain"
(2020)
Music video
"Whiskey and Rain" on YouTube

Content

"Whiskey and Rain" describes someone drowning their sorrows in a glass of something strong, and Ray pointed out the song's vibe draws to mind some of his country forebearers.[3]

He told website Everything Nash: “I guess I always knew that I wanted more of a traditional country sound. That’s what I grew up on, what I listen to, to this day. And I just always felt like that was the record I wanted to make. It took this year, I guess, to really realize that on my own. So this song, it was just that catchy, hooky melody, that throwback to the Gary Allan. It sounds like Gary Allan, Dwight Yoakam — all of that. It just stood out. And really, we felt was a great way to introduce this new record and new sound.”[4]

Composition

"Whiskey and Rain" is a song with a 90s country vibe. Frasure tweaked the demo with a sibilant, '80s-pop drum sound and light, flute-tinted piano chords.[5]

Music video

The music video was released on October 29, 2020, directed by Sean Hagwell, and he brings the song’s throwback style to life. The video revealed Ray riding out the storm.[6]

Ray told to CMT about the message from this video: “We wanted the video to show that going through rough spots in life can open you up to different people and their situations. Maybe you can listen to their stories for a while. I think the video reflects the depth of the song, and it shows how sometimes the negative things in life can bring people together.”[7]

Charts

References
  1. "Future Releases for Country Radio Stations". All Access. Archived from the original on October 9, 2020. Retrieved July 21, 2021.
  2. Wendowski, Andrew (September 25, 2020). "Michael Ray Releases '90s-Inspired New Single 'Whiskey And Rain'". Country Now. Retrieved July 21, 2021.
  3. "Raise a glass: Michael Ray releasing new single, "Whiskey and Rain"". ABC News Radio. September 22, 2020. Retrieved July 21, 2021.
  4. "Michael Ray Shares the Story Behind 'Whiskey and Rain' Video [EXCLUSIVE]". Everything Nash. January 18, 2021. Retrieved July 21, 2021.
  5. Roland, Tom (November 11, 2020). "Makin' Tracks: Michael Ray Blends Multiple Retro Eras Into New Country Single 'Whiskey and Rain'". Billboard. Retrieved July 21, 2021.
  6. Parton, Chris (November 2, 2020). "Michael Ray Washes Heartbreak Away in 'Whiskey and Rain' Video". Sounds Like Nashville. Retrieved July 21, 2021.
  7. Shelburne, Craig (November 9, 2020). "Michael Ray's "Whiskey and Rain" Soaks Up the '90s Country Influence". CMT. Retrieved July 21, 2021.
  8. "Michael Ray Chart History (Hot 100)". Billboard. Retrieved December 7, 2021.
  9. "Michael Ray Chart History (Country Airplay)". Billboard. Retrieved December 14, 2021.
  10. "Michael Ray Chart History (Hot Country Songs)". Billboard. Retrieved December 7, 2021.
  11. "Country Airplay Songs – Year-End 2021". Billboard. Retrieved December 2, 2021.
  12. "Hot Country Songs – Year-End 2021". Billboard. Retrieved December 2, 2021.
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