{"id":5916,"date":"2015-11-03T07:00:19","date_gmt":"2015-11-03T13:00:19","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/sites.dwrl.utexas.edu\/countrymusic\/?p=5916"},"modified":"2015-11-05T11:32:32","modified_gmt":"2015-11-05T17:32:32","slug":"peace-out-hurricane-patricia","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/sites.dwrl.utexas.edu\/countrymusic\/2015\/11\/03\/peace-out-hurricane-patricia\/","title":{"rendered":"Peace Out Hurricane Patricia"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>In light of the <a href=\"http:\/\/www.weather.com\/storms\/hurricane\/news\/hurricane-patricia-mexico-coast\">recent storms<\/a> that hit Austin, Texas this weekend and last, it seems most appropriate to talk about a few country hits that are on the \u201cmust listen to while it\u2019s raining\u201d list. If there is one thing that a country artist likes to sing about, it is feelings. And especially feeling those feelings when it\u2019s dreary outside. Even if the song doesn\u2019t deal directly with rain, it will probably make you nostalgic for spending time with you favorite people on a day that calls for multiple movie marathons, popcorn, board games, and warm, home-cooked food. Some may argue that these song choices are better suited for after a break up, but if you think about it, a break up is just a rainy day for your emotions (and maybe your eye balls).<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li>Colder Weather by Zac Brown Band<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><iframe title=\"Zac Brown Band - Colder Weather (Official Music Video) | You Get What You Give\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/oouFE51HcqM?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/p>\n<p>Hitting number one in 2011 on the Billboard of Hot Country Music, this song is easily a go to. Singing about \u201ccolder weather\u201d and leaving the people you love is just plain depressing. The slow melody is entrancing; making you want to be around the people you love. The song only adds to the sentimental feelings and longing that come along with a rainy day.<\/p>\n<ol start=\"2\">\n<li>Diamonds and Gasoline by Turnpike Troubadours<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><iframe title=\"Turnpike Troubadours -  Diamonds &amp; Gasoline\" width=\"500\" height=\"375\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/bdp_k2nXAP4?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/p>\n<p>Another slow and steady paced song, <em>Diamonds and Gasoline<\/em> is easy to follow and has a strong sense of honestly and truth to it. Just like the lull of rain on a windowpane or the street, the rhythm puts you in a calm and peaceful mindset. In the midst of rain or a thunderstorm, the need for serenity is high. Though the song didn\u2019t get much recognition by chart topping, those who follow the Turnpike Troubadours can attest to its emotional appeal.<\/p>\n<ol start=\"3\">\n<li>I Hope You Dance by Lee Ann Womack<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><iframe title=\"Lee Ann Womack - I Hope You Dance (Official Music Video)\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/RV-Z1YwaOiw?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/p>\n<p>The second number one of the Billboard of Hot Country Music on the list, topped the charts in 2000. <a href=\"http:\/\/www.leeannwomack.com\/\">Lee Ann Womack<\/a> uplifts her listeners throughout the song to \u201cfeel strong when you stand beside the ocean\u201d and not to sell out. On a rainy day, a little empowerment goes a long way, and is by all means necessary so as not to get bogged down by all of the gloom.<\/p>\n<ol start=\"4\">\n<li>When It Rains by Eli Young Band<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><iframe title=\"Eli Young Band - When it Rains\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/qMF4B3wDO_E?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/p>\n<p>Sometimes there are those days where your motivation has left, you can\u2019t help but feel alone, and you feel like you\u2019ve been set back into equilibrium when it starts to rain. Somehow the rain makes you feel a little less lonely. This song sings directly to that, saying, \u201cYeah the sun may brighten your day but if I had my way I would take the rain.\u201d Winning Song of the Year in 2011, it is clear that more than a few people <a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=bdp_k2nXAP4\">can relate<\/a> to feeling their best on a rainy day.<\/p>\n<ol start=\"5\">\n<li>19 You + Me by Dan and Shay<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><iframe title=\"Dan + Shay - 19 You + Me (Official Music Video)\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/S-Ac3uVAPZY?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/p>\n<p>A feel good song is crucial in completing the playlist for a rainy day. Although the rain may bring you down, its always reassuring to hear that you are loved. It\u2019s that song you dance around in the kitchen to while making a nice dinner in because the weather outside is unfavorable. A more recent song, it topped the charts for US Billboard top 100 in 2013-2014. No better way to finish out the list than a little revitalization.<\/p>\n<p>But why listen to certain country songs when it\u2019s raining? Because the genre really supplies the listeners with a <a href=\"http:\/\/tasteofcountry.com\/rain-songs\/\">plethora of songs<\/a>\u00a0that talk all about rain\u00a0all of the feelings that come with it: love, loneliness, companionship, and tranquility. There are many other songs that fall into these categories, but these are a few that I think fit best. And no matter what, any country is easily the right choice for some rainy day jams.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>In light of the recent storms that hit Austin, Texas this weekend and last, it seems most appropriate to talk about a few country hits that are on the \u201cmust listen to while it\u2019s raining\u201d list. 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