Boyz II Men - Can You Stand the Rain Lyrics

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Who originally performed 'Can You Stand the Rain'?

   'Can You Stand the Rain' was originally performed by New Edition and released on December 3, 1988. The song was written and produced by Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis.

2. Who are the lyric writers for 'Can You Stand the Rain' as performed by Boyz II Men?

   The lyrics for 'Can You Stand the Rain' as performed by Boyz II Men were written by James Harris, also known as Jimmy Jam, and Terry Lewis.

3. What is significant about Johnny Gill's role in the original version of 'Can You Stand the Rain'?

   Johnny Gill's role in the original version of 'Can You Stand the Rain' was significant because the song was crafted to introduce him as a new member of New Edition, replacing Bobby Brown. Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis wanted to showcase Gill's talent alongside other group members.

4. Which New Edition members performed lead vocals in the original song 'Can You Stand the Rain'?

   In the original version of 'Can You Stand the Rain,' lead vocals were performed by Johnny Gill, Ralph Tresvant, and Ricky Bell. Michael Bivins contributed a spoken piece to the song.

5. Was 'Can You Stand the Rain' successful on music charts?

   Yes, the original version of 'Can You Stand the Rain' by New Edition was very successful on the R&B charts, reaching number 1. However, it peaked at number 44 on the Hot 100 chart.

6. Has 'Can You Stand the Rain' been covered by other artists?

   Yes, 'Can You Stand the Rain' has been covered by several artists including Boyz II Men on their 1997 album 'Evolution'. Other artists like Guy Sebastian, and The Murrills have also covered the song.