: The narrator is determined to keep their "pride" after a breakup. They specifically pray for stormy weather so that their tears cannot be distinguished from raindrops, ensuring their ex never sees their sorrow.
The song explores themes of , resilience , and the hiding of private pain .
Released in 1990 as the lead single for their fourth album, , "Crying in the Rain" marked a stylistic shift for the Norwegian band a-ha. Transitioning away from their synth-pop roots, the track delivered a moody, melancholic interpretation of a 1960s classic. Historical Origins & Composition
