If it should rain
Edna St. Vincent Millay
1892 to 1950
If it should rain—(the sneezy moon
Said: Rain)—then I shall hear it soon
From shingles into gutters fall . . .
And know of what concerns me, all:
The garden will be wet till noon—
I may not walk—my temper leans
To myths and legends—through the beans Till they are dried—lest I should spread Diseases they have never had.
I hear the rain: it comes down straight. Now I can sleep, I need not wait To close the windows anywhere.
Tomorrow, it may be, I might Do things to set the whole world right. There’s nothing I can do tonight.
Edna St. Vincent Millay's If it should rain
We are busy working to bring Edna St. Vincent Millay's "If it should rain" to life through our unique musical arrangements and will have a full analysis of the poem here for you soon.
At V2Melody, each arrangement is crafted with care through a thoughtful partnership of human artistry and technological innovation. This process involves:
- Deep analysis of the poem's rhythm, structure, and emotional essence
- Careful selection of musical styles that enhance the poem's unique voice
- Balancing traditional poetic expression with contemporary sound landscapes
- Multiple revisions to ensure the arrangement honors the poet's original vision
This creative journey takes time—each composition represents hours of dedicated work to create something that deepens our connection to Edna St. Vincent Millay's words in meaningful ways.
While you wait for our complete interpretation, we invite you to explore other musical arrangements in our gallery or learn more about Edna St. Vincent Millay's life and contributions to literature.
Check back soon to experience how "If it should rain" transforms when verse meets melody—a unique journey that makes poetry accessible, engaging, and profoundly moving in new ways.