Stormy Weather Lyrics – Etta James

"Stormy Weather" by Etta James is a classic blues song that reflects the deep emotional impact of a romantic separation. The lyrics convey a sense of despair and heartache as the singer describes the bleakness that has set in since her man has left. The weather serves as a metaphor for the emotional storm the singer is experiencing, with continuous rain symbolizing her ongoing sadness and misery.

[Verse 1]
The opening verse sets the tone for the song, expressing the singer's confusion and sorrow over the absence of sunlight in her life. The metaphor of "stormy weather" represents the turbulent emotional state she finds herself in since parting with her man. The continuous rain becomes a symbol of the constant pain and heartbreak she is enduring.

[Chorus]
The chorus intensifies the emotional impact, as the singer describes life as "bare" and expresses the pervading sense of gloom and misery. The repetition of "stormy weather" emphasizes the ongoing emotional turmoil, and the inability to pull herself together emotionally. The weariness mentioned in the chorus underscores the profound emotional fatigue she is experiencing....Read More