Acclaimed Finnish singer-songwriter and vocal coach Jenny Räisänen unleashes a powerful emotional anthem with her new single, “The Rain Is Not Far.” This cinematic indie pop masterpiece heals us through the heartbreak, acceptance, and ultimately, finding solace in nature.
“The Rain Is Not Far” begins with a melancholic piano melody, setting a somber mood. Räisänen’s voice enters, deep and expressive in the lower ranges, portraying loss and longing. The music builds from the wallowing, as her voice takes on operatic depth and soars with a newfound intensity. This captivating shift embodies the complex emotions of grief and acceptance.
After a moment of instrumental silence, Räisänen explodes back onto the scene. She catchily belts out her soaring vocals, backed by wailing strings and a tapping beat, creating a wave of cathartic energy. The strumming guitar chords inject an organic freshness, grounding the emotional power in a relatable and relaxing soundscape.
Räisänen’s storytelling shines through the simple yet evocative lyrics. The exemplary line, “Raindrops, friends of mine” weave a powerful connection between the cleansing power of rain and the acceptance of emotional release. The repeated refrain “shine, shine, shine” at the end acts as a beacon of hope that promises a brighter future after the storm.
The accompanying music video perfectly complements the emotional depth of the music by connecting it to the healing power of nature. Räisänen is seen, standing strong on picturesque hills by the sea in Ireland. She embodies the power of facing loss head-on. She belts out her pain towards nature and seeks comfort and strength in the release.
Check out the moving and nourishing music video of “The Rain Is Not Far” by Jenny Räisänen on YouTube.
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Photo Credit: Juhani Konttinen
Review by Naomi Joan