Treasure the Rain

by Willie Campbell

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Willie Campbell has immersed himself in a year of writing and collaborating with fellow musicians and songwriters. "Treasure the Rain" emerges as a highlight from this creative journey, showcasing the forthright lyrics of fellow Lewis native Norman Paterson. Having embarked on songwriting in his 60s, Paterson brings a unique perspective unburdened by the challenges faced by aspiring writers.
The song encapsulates the atmosphere and conflicting emotions of life on the Isle of Lewis in winter, condensed into a 2.40-minute track with a chorus that imparts a hopeful tone. Initially conceived as a folk song played on guitar, Willie Campbell felt his playing was unsuited to the song's potential. What you hear now is a deliberate step backward to simplicity, aligning with the tone of Norman Paterson's optimistic words.

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Treasure the Rain

While I wait for the Sun, I’ll treasure the rain.
I’ll sit by the sea till I feel whole again, I’ll watch as the tide goes out and returns.
I’ll treasure the rain while I wait for the Sun.

And I know this will pass as it has done before, and the Sun will return to my life once more.

And I know this will pass as it has done before, and the Sun will return to my life once more.

While I wait for the calm, i’ll ride with the storm, I’ll sit by the fire until I feel its warmth.
I’ll watch as the flames light up this old room.
I’ll ride with the storm while I wait for the calm.

And I know this will pass as it has done before, and the Sun will return to my life once more.

And I know this will pass as it has done before, and the Sun will return to my life once more.

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released January 26, 2024
Written by Willie Campbell and Norman Paterson
Produced by Willie Campbell

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"Campbell rises above all other references and stakes his claim to being one of the country’s truly great pop songwriters”.
The Herald
“Campbell and MacNeil’s first single is built around the former’s chiming music box-cadence, absolutely beautiful’.
The Guardian
“it’s a gorgeous, compelling listen”.
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