9 Songs Perfect For The Rainy Season To Calm Your Mind

With the monsoon season in full swing which means more time to spend indoors. Honestly, the whole year feels like a rainy day since COVID has made it difficult to step out of the house. Rain brings with it a sense of relief from the hot sun and also a time to just ponder over our thoughts. The soft sound of rain splattering on the windows is like a symphony for the ears and with a perfect song the feeling of calmness can be increased manifolds. Here is a hand-picked list of songs that never grow old and can be listened to on a long drive in the rains or while you are chilling in your house. 

1. Covered In Rain by John Mayer

This song is like an elegy for love gone sour and the singer reminiscing the old memories which many of Mayer’s songs are about. Whenever he picks up his guitar it is given that magic is waiting to happen and his artistry and mastery over the guitar. This song is proof that this track has the same charisma and quality as the rest of his work.

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2. Sparks by Coldplay

This song gives a romantic vibe like none other and words fall short to praise Chris Martin’s inexhaustible voice which is hard not to fall in love with. Combined with slow strumming and beautiful lyrics make this one of Coldplay’s unexplored songs that should be on everyone’s playlist.

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3. Ring My Bells by Enrique Iglesias 

One of Enrique’s underrated songs where he uses his sultry voice to create a dreamy mood to get you in the state of romance. This song will become an instant favourite for all and even the people who are not Enrique’s fans. The chill atmosphere this track creates is hard to resist which in turn has a soothing effect on the mind. 
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4. Unsaid by The Fray 

Isaac Slade artistry exemplifies this song and making it a hidden gem in their album. With a rhythmic and soft melody making this song very likeable and is about leaving things unsaid and living in the moment with your loved one. Though this song is not one of their most popular but is hard to miss for its melodious and calming sensibility. 
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5. Wish You Were Here by Pink Floyd

Well doesn’t Pink Floyd always hit right int the feels and this track is no different with a twelve-string guitar intro and then the voice of David Gilmour and the rest of the band joins in creating a song which exceeds the country music setup creating a timeless piece of music. 
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6. Video Games by Lana Del Rey 

The song transports you back to the days when lovers used to meet in gaming parlours, go on long drives and pass out in bars. The music video has a magical quality and hazily depicts Los Angeles with snippets of lovers fluttering around the city. 

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7. Redbone by Childish Gambino 

A critically acclaimed song that even won the Grammy making Donald Grover aka Childish Gambino an excellent artist who tries different genres. He pitches up his voice to create an almost robotic effect with brilliant backing vocals making this track one of the best by the artist. 
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8. Sun & Moon (Acoustic) by Above and Beyond

This bittersweet song about a couple parting ways resonates with each individual who has dealt with the same. The rendition of the band’s most popular song which is an electronic mix could be transformed into a soulful orchestral performance was hard to imagine but they did it splendidly.
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9. Come Away With Me by Norah Jones

This song will put you straight in a relaxed mood on a rainy day as he lyrics are so beautiful that you will actually feel whisking your significant other somewhere away making it one of the best jazzy romantic songs of all time. This became Jones one of the most famous songs and the album won multiple grammy awards. 
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By Arushi Garg (Suggest Nest)