Dermot Kennedy - After Rain

After Rain · Dermot Kennedy
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Lyrics
You call arrows to fall short
Because the snow is at our feet
And when embraces subside, and the lilies have died
It comes down to her tears on a sheet
But it's alright because
You cause lanterns to light
And force demons disperse
And if Lucifer may fear the swift drying of tears
Then, for evil, you could not be worse
But I see you now, yeah, I see you
And release me now, kinda like dreams do
And I see you now, was hard to see you
Just don't forget to sing
Remember everything
You're the only little girl I know who'd bring a kite in the snow
Said, "You just gonna hold it up?"
Said, "Nah, I'm gonna let it go"
And when your heart hurts, days like today are the antidote
If you think just maybe it's her
Then promise me, young man, you're gonna let her know
You won't go lonely, yeah
You won't go lonely, yeah
You won't go lonely, yeah
You won't go lonely, yeah
It'll all be better in the morning
'Cause while you sleep, I'll build a wall
Pick a weapon up or something
We're 'bout to have ourselves a brawl
In dead of night, one window open
He heard her singing down the hall
Singing 'bout him, least he was hoping
She left her listener enthralled
Woohoo

[@michellecoules3895]

When I first discovered Dermot Kennedy, I was partially deaf caused by a medical issue. It was a scary time and it was made even scarier when I realised artists who I had been listening to for years weren't sounding the way they should. They weren't as rich nor as beautiful as they were when I first discovered them. When I left the hospital on the day my hearing returned to near perfection, I turned to Spotify and played something that Dermot Kennedy performed and my god, I nearly fell to the ground and wept. I had been listening to him for months and appreciating the few sounds I could still hear and yet I still fell in love with what I heard. But when I was able to hear every crack in his voice, every tremble, every last bit of texture that I had missed while I was hard of hearing I fell even deeper in love with a voice I hadn't even heard fully before. When I discover more and more of his music, I feel parts of the same feelings as I had on that day after leaving the hospital: sheer awe and appreciation for a voice whose capacity I still haven't heard. I'm reminded of the relief and joy I felt on that day and the gratitude that I could begin to love the musicians I had always loved, while making more room in my heart for new musicians like Dermot Kennedy. I'm glad he was the first musician I decided to listen to when I left the hospital. Because I don't think I could recreate the same feelings as I did with any other artist. Rarely does a musician craft lyrics so evocative and poignant as Dermot, and we are privileged to be living in the same era as him.

[@iSugarCookiii]

He posted your comment on his Instagram ❤️ check it out

[@michellecoules3895]

@@iSugarCookiii oh my God! I just did, I am shooketh 😍

[@iSugarCookiii]

Michelle Murphy ❤️❤️

[@michellecoules3895]

@@iSugarCookiii ♥️♥️

[@selinbesili9823]

Michelle Murphy Hello Michelle. I just found your comment on his instagram and had to reach out to you. I am sure you know Bon Iver, but if you haven't listened to Heavenly Father before, the one he performed in the Sydney Opera House, then you should give it a try. It's really magical. The same goes for River by Leon Bridges, or Another Time by City of the Sun. And of course, I love your comment and Dermot Kennedy and so many other other artists. My biggest fear is to not being able to hear their beautiful music again. I am really happy for you that you got your hearing back. Discovering new music really is the best thing! Sending you lots of love from Switzerland, where Dermot's music also helps me getting through chemotherapy.

[@angel1202003]

can't wait for this guy to get the credit he truly deserves

[@CRAZYDOUDE]

The time is here

[@szotakandrei]

he does now.

[@davismurray4987]

Saw him in Dallas. Sold out fast as hell.

[@trolleymctrollsen]

He made it to Coachella last year. The time is now.

[@jonc6250]

His time has come THANKFULLY💜⭐

[@kieransp2010]

Dermot doesn't make music. He makes melancholy melodies for our hurting hearts

[@SimplesRugs]

My English teacher has a whole session about your music and we have been learning the meaning of your song for quite a while

[@SimplesRugs]

Yeah Mr. Deagle

[@SimplesRugs]

Ayeeee

[@PrisonMike-_-]

What have you come to know about what it means?

[@BLVCKxvSCVLE]

answer the question

[@Steee__]

Wuter Bittle Flup What did you learn it was about ?

[@RangaPirate]

I've yet to find a song from Dermot that I dont like. The guy is a genius.

[@patriciathomas7169]

😊😉

[@juliaelzinga4214]

SAME!

[@MrGraveyman]

I've been listening to him for about 4/5 years now and I still, STILL, cant get over how good his songs are. His newer stuff is a bit less raw, and more charty, which is understandable, but this older stuff is just pure gold

[@mahmodfarhan4387]

old is gold and always will be ..

[@CharleyCarey]

I agree, the sound is a bit more pop now. But what I love is that the lyrical content hasn't changed. He's still making songs that mean something. Love it!

[@MrGraveyman]

@@CharleyCarey lyrics that transcend genre. Such depth to them

[@elrindam461]

I'm clinging to the real deal...trust that this is just a phase, comes with the fame, but the Dermot we fell in love with will be back...and boy am I excited to hear what he has been bottling up

[@vicgermain4179]

​@@elrindam461for sure, i think he'll take a little break, but i could see him come back with some old bon iver type shit

[@Diament1193]

2021 and still here listening to this amazing man

[@leemoore797]

I’m just blown away every time I watch him sing. Artists like this don’t come around very often, if ever there has been someone like him, I’m so thankful to be around at the same time.

[@biebmann]

one of the greatest musicians i've ever heard. your lyrics are incredible. when i'm older, i'll book you for my wedding. greatings from germany.

[@berniemccauley3645]

You might have to pay a lot for him these days

[@zlatanbrekke6538]

@@berniemccauley3645 I used to think the same some years back hahah, like I hope he can play in my wedding, but he blew up as a bigger artist

[@elevatedvibes9769]

a poet of our time :)

[@brianpvxd]

How can can Dermot Kennedy be so underated??? That voice men ....

[@WeWiZHD]

i'm here before this blows

[@eviesanta7]

5 years later, I'm still trying to process how much I LOVE this song. Your voice, the lyrics, the melody, the piano, the rawness. 😭

[@michaelcooley2025]

At the grand age of 50 something hearing Dermot singing brings a lot of clarity. He is a massive talent right up there with all the Greats. Pure class.

[@BarbaraNitsche]

Two young human beings 🎼🎹🎵who harmonize together 👏 👏 👏

[@pauldrews]

2020..still listening to this song....this is a masterpiece

[@temikojagermeister]

Sheer poetry and magic

[@WMW-82]

One of the greatest performances from Dermot that always have to come back to, his voice is just incredible

[@lgravelle4182]

Damn, he's always been consistent. Truly amazing artist.

[@barbaravallejos8324]

I love every version of this song! It is easy to see he is in his element

[@dano9916]

This might be the best version of any song ever.....

[@pathofnobility]

100% the raw emotion in this cannot be matched by a studio recording!

[@MartinBergnerGuitar]

i have no words left to say how i feel now after the first time i listened to this... i got shivers all over my body, tears running down from my eyes and... i stop here since words can not describe what i feel inside now after i heard something dat beautiful and magical... thank you

[@caoimheconway8998]

Same !

[@RIOTrhiannon]

this is my absolute favourite version of my absolute favourite song ever

[@solarisrising7331]

This music touches me in ways I can't even describe. I've never heard such an incredible and genuine artist.

[@chantsorrantswithadrin8848]

Don’t mind me just listening and liking every song of Dermot I see🥺

[@kalebbbbbbbbb]

Dermot Kennedy- King of powerful bridges

[@MartinBergnerGuitar]

From time to time I come back to this song and remember the time when I used to listen to this regularly... now it's a distant memory like an old painting that lost some of it's colour but still conveys the same emotion... It's still the most beautiful description of love that I ever heard and after all this time I still shed a tear every time "But it's alright because, You cause lanterns to light. And force demons disperse. And if Lucifer may fear the swift drying of tears, Then, for evil, you could not be worse." I hope something along these lines will be last thing I think about when my time has come.

[@Musicismylifexoxoxo1]

this man kills me, he is absolutely incredible, a true artist

[@Adelezie]

He literally just changed my life.

[@amandaingles9547]

I’m with you girl

[@Mel-cm8bl]

Please never stop making music

[@donnycutter19]

this made my eyes rain

[@franglancy2275]

Genuinely think this is my favourite piece of music ever. The voice, the crescendo with the piano. Magical.

[@haleyboyer9148]

My favorite version. Dermot can sing this several times and each time it sounds brand new. My fav song. So timeless

[@Nickshelf]

That intro. Chills.

[@OozingPain]

Just listened to him perform this live. Honestly absolutely unbelievable. Had to come home and listen to all his songs again, so much raw talent it’s abit of a joke.

[@felixrostig8896]

This is incredible... Watched this masterpiece twenty times in a row and still can't get enough. So much energy and creativity in there. Pure perfection. Thank you.

[@musicofthe2ndfinest440]

Unreal how often I've already listened to this song. Just great!

[@williambergin6561]

She is so Irish. Love her

[@seaglass7878]

something about this gives me Ben Howard vibes. haunting and gorgeous, it sticks with you even if you don't remember the words.

[@Eylas]

There is a reason for this! At 05:03 there is a vocalisation that Dermot samples from Ben's "Black Flies", timestamp is at 05:36 for that vocalisation!

[@maddiea4103]

This takes me places

[@alexibaceta8066]

you've easily become one of my favourite artist. this song hits hard no matter how many times i've listened to it. keep going on doing you, it's amazing

[@jamielee7286]

All these years later and still so much emotion is stirred in my soul every time I listen to your voice 🥰 can not wait for the 15th of may.. to see you live. I may just cry

[@mallyleigh0828]

Found you on Spotify, my husband instantly had to learn this song. You have two fans in Washington state!

[@jack36afc18]

Same! Afternoon acoustic?

[@mallyleigh0828]

+Jack36AFC yes lol good playlist!

[@csantosgomes]

found him on this playlist too!

[@AkshayJaggi]

Same playlist. :)

[@juanbonifacio1039]

yeah! me too i found this song on Spotify.

[@andeusmc2030]

Your best performance man, hands down...and I've seen and searched the ends of the internet for your stuff. When the instruments begin to overpower, you raise it another bar and overpower them with solid vocals and melody.

[@belgiangolfer5076]

I can watch this over and over again. So beautiful.

[@joem6287]

Why cant more music have this much feeling in it... just wow.

[@Tess.of.all.trades]

Dermot Kennedy's music makes me want to start writing songs again. His voice and music is so beautiful it speaks to my soul. He is on a whole other level.

[@VAL0ERPTNML2]

lyrics: You call arrows to fall short Because the snow is at our feet And when embraces subside, and the lilies have died It comes down to her tears on a sheet But it's alright because You cause lanterns to light And force demons disperse And if Lucifer may fear the swift drying of tears Then, for evil, you could not be worse But I see you now, yeah, I see you And release me now, kinda like dreams do And I see you now, was hard to see you Just don't forget to sing Remember everything And you're the only little girl I know who'd bring a kite in the snow Said, "You just gonna hold it up?" Said, "Nah, I'm gonna let it go" And when your heart hurts, days like today are the antidote If you think just maybe it's her Then promise me, young man, you're gonna let her know You won't go lonely, yeah You won't go lonely, yeah You won't go lonely, yeah You won't go lonely, yeah It'll all be better in the morning 'Cause while you sleep, I'll build a wall Pick a weapon up or something We're 'bout to have ourselves a brawl In dead of night, one window open He heard her singing down the hall Singing 'bout him, least he was hoping She left her listener enthralled, woo, ooh

[@CricketRodeo]

Thank you! Also, this longer live version doesn't have the "you won't go lonely" part in it (I wish it did!), and I think it says "I call arrows to fall short....". It also has an extra verse at the beginning: "And I can only hope there'll be nothing wrong here in a little while and we'll tell jokes and run around for a little while 'till we go home where I'm so relaxed, my heart's a beat a mile and I can only hope it's not for nothing"

[@michaelmatejka1068]

You won’t go lonely here!!!

[@Danielson8140]

Back when Dermot made great music.

[@riggz1533]

Dermot kennedy's music is a part of my daily life without his music voice and lyrics i wouldn't be able to get out of bed each day and face the world. He makes me feel things i never thought we're possible, thanks to him I've been brought back to life and I'm making some amazing new decisions and memories and life choices with his music guiding me along the way. What a man! ❤️🙏👌

[@bamboozla9977]

I remember being in London at my first music festival. I was trying to get over a girl and my friend kept pulling me around. He was more obsessed with trying to find some people he sort of knew in a crowd of thousands. We were stood on a patch of grass, I was over drinking so I could try and relax and remember to have fun and over in a nearby tent I heard this, a guy just sat playing and I paused. My friend was on his phon, texting his mates. I slowly wondered over and stood on the edge of the audience, a small crowd. After 2 minutes my friend came and said we should go towards the bar again. I looked in his eyes and said "I need to stay here man. This guy, I have to listen to him" he could see i was dead set on it. Afterwards, Dermot played 'Moments passed' and i dont know why, but I was just tearing up, visibly. My friend didn't notice, thankfully. I wanted this guy to become well known and hope ot bought him happiness, like the happiness and retreat he gave to me that day

[@katerinagrace36]

The most gorgeous song in existence. Thank You.

[@RaphaelGarcia]

This dude is seriously one of the next big names in music... So talented! 🙌🏽🔥

[@amandafryckland8556]

Not only is your voice great, your lyrics are true poetry.. amazing! -Fan from Texas!

[@tophern7009]

Been listening to Dermot for a couple years now and this is one of my favorites! Just brilliant... Don't forget to sing. Remember everything! You're the only little girl I know bring a kite in the snow. Said, "you just gonna hold it up?" Said, "nah, I'm gonna let it go"

[@oshibo]

Whoever he's singing about, he truly cares about them with all of his heart. I thought it could be about someone dying, but not all the lyrics match that. Just a thought.

[@koalify7166]

probably about the woman he broke up with because of his musical career.

[@heavenisaplaceonearth3009]

@@koalify7166 he has a girlfriend For years:)

[@Nellyson96]

His sister's boyfriend's death, I think

[@yesthatisababytoucan.youre6983]

I may be wrong, but I believe that he said that some of the songs from this album are about the death of someone he knew, so you may be correct.

[@jasonmorbin7789]

This is truly a great song, in a time when great songs are few and far between. You're brilliant man, don't ever stop writing.

[@jackbikeking]

This song has got me out of depression that i have suffered for years lost my father 2 years ago he fell down stairs at my family home he died 3 day after i suffered bad because it happened in front of me now i cycle my mountain bike every day putting up 20 to 30 miles. But i cant do it without dermot kennedys music fantastic 💪🙌

[@Lennardvr]

Dermot had me enthralled🌻 aka (his mother as the commentary )😊

[@gysvpt5608]

I cant understand why friends dont know him! What a beautiful song!!

[@dellacaldwell]

LOVE LOVE LOVE this song...

[@jenhux4001]

First time I heard this song was two years ago, I had taken a trip to Ireland on a whim, rented a car & just started driving across the countryside. I turned up my Spotify just as I was coming into Dingle & this song came on. I had no idea you were Irish & yet there was something in the song that just suited the road I was on. I know this is cheesy to say, but I felt inspired by your music on my last minute adventure. Definitely was a trip for the books, a solo road trip to end off my 20’s. Thanks for the memories. xx

[@patrickjdouglas4422]

Great energy in your comment ;-)

[@yaowaretcrimi-panphum6803]

Please keep Doing this❤

[@annagoolsby1250]

Most talented singer and songwriter

[@ayshashahaltough1482]

i kinda feel bad for the people who havent heard your voice

[@jamierhea8433]

YES!

[@upgradeu2]

Aysha Shahaltough what’s her name???

[@pogge302]

Isnt that good :((( ??? I just dont want my frs know about him

[@jewelsquinlan333]

Agree. Shared this video.

[@aileenboggs2671]

They have now 😁

[@ronmaessen2021]

Thank you for making this song

[@rmpkobe24]

"It'll all be better in the morning 'Cause while you sleep I'll build a wall But pick a weapon up or something We're 'bout to have ourselves a brawl In dead of night, one window open He heard her singing down the hall Singing 'bout him, least he was hoping She left her listener enthralled" Hell of a lyric!

[@tanya3633]

'And when your heart hurts days like today are the antidote'❤❤

[@amysilverman283]

Thank you Spotify's coffee and chill for introducing me to this wonderful song.

[@iancarney2592]

the "oooooo"s at the end go nicely with Ben Howard's Black Flies, give me a good idea for a live performance of After Rain -> Black Flies

[@kassyl1601]

Ian Carney Yes yes yes!!!

[@alejandraorellana2592]

thought exactly the same!!!

[@aliciagjb4ev]

Your music is absolutely beautiful.

[@CharleyCarey]

Dermot is incredible in this video. The pianist is pretty amazing as well. I wonder if she has any music out on KZbin or elsewhere.

[@fionaashton1738]

I think it's his sister.

[@CharleyCarey]

@@fionaashton1738 oh very cool. Thank you for that bit of information! Must be a very talented family!

[@mikeantonio2652]

The lyrics in that intro speak to me more than any other lyrics ever. Just beautiful.

[@AB-mt9cw]

This guy is such an incredible lyricist. Haven’t seen lyrics like these in years. Love this song!

[@rehkitz22]

Your music saves my life. Thank you.

[@Echoxxx]

this is just magic.

[@tophern7009]

Don't forget to sing. Remember everything...

[@danibaq]

You have a new fan now and I'm from Brazil... Dermot, your song is amazing, I'm in love. I wish you all the best.

[@diegomegi7369]

first song i heard of dermot. ever since im in love with his music. i bought a plane ticket with my own money to go see him in paris and it was even better than i imagined. one of the best artists of our time.

[@denisecahill1668]

Pure raw talent love this man his words are heart hitting and strong x

[@GpLd]

This just had me in tears…

[@nicenuts4u]

Bloody brilliant song mate. Hope to hear a lot more from you.

[@mikeinthemiddle]

Dude i just came across your music and i gotta say, you're really amazing! There's something really genuine about the way you sing! I'm an actor, so listening to this kind of music can really help me prep for scenes :) Thanks for the inspiration man

[@adriannab1592]

still here in 2025. this will never get old ugh i just love him so much, the way he can touch your soul is just different ❤❤

[@reginametzler7945]

Du bist der gebore Künstler, schon damals!❤❤❤

[@lieneb6428]

One of the best videos on KZbin,i love this version 🤍

[@ariannagonzalez2618]

Anyone else notice that Ben Howard - Black Flies 🐺 howl at the end !?! My heart 🥰 can’t wait to see him again in February 2020

[@xslaneyx]

Absolutely beautiful song. The ambience of the room, the pianist playing the piano so elegantly and Dermots voice and guitar all just blend effortlessly. Incredible. Thank you so much.

[@bev7777]

Its very difficult to choose one favorite of Dermot Kennedy's songs. But this here unfolds every section of my heart. Things I pine over, things I am terrified of, what I value most, etc. This song is unreal to me. Gorgeous

[@dwightcrespo4050]

You are so beautiful Dermot. Ive been following you since before you had your first album. I always felt odd because i feel and see so much deeper and after listening to you i dont feel alone. I feel deep and belp more than i should and been taken advantage of and thohght something was wrong, maybe eith me. People dont see the beautiful things all around us and feel so deep to the point its hard to express. I gound closeness somehow so long ago its been over 6 or 7 years probably more and you had one concert years ago and couldnt attend due to a miscarriage. I tried sharing your music and people thought i was too deep and look now. What i mean to say is that your words you put jn your songs could not be better said. Youre a beautiful person and your gift its rven more beautiful that can be shared. I hope one day i can experience you live due to ny health not sure when that could be but thank and love you for sharing your words, wisdom, talent and gift. 🙏🏽 i would marry you if i could lol. God bless you 😊

[@twinkle4467]

Heart broken 💔 😢

[@neoheliosoffical]

What a voice !

[@amandabeaty1492]

I listened to this song on repeat when I had to leave Ireland to go back to Canada. I cried all the way home...

[@englishgardensdave1]

dude your voice is killer

[@1Marie1smileeey]

so beautiful, very unique and so full of emotions! Your voice is amazing, keep it up

[@elkabalci]

Truly amazing !!!!!!!!!!!

[@s.nduati4198]

I've been listening for a while, I found my people. I found my tribe.

[@rosalynv6793]

thank you

[@shanonsmichigan4120]

Beautiful 💚💚💚

[@DiminutiveFlower]

So damn talented in so many ways.

[@juliamcextra]

I love the part at the beginning, also piano sounds incredible with this song