Set Fire | To The Rain

"Setting fire to the rain" represents an act of impossible strength—burning away the pain and finally taking back control by letting a destructive relationship burn to the ground.

The Story Behind the Flame: Exploring Adele’s "Set Fire to the Rain" Set Fire to the Rain

Co-written with producer Fraser T. Smith, the lyrics delve into the pain of discovering a partner’s "hidden side". "Setting fire to the rain" represents an act

Lyrics like "All the things you'd say, they were never true" highlight the betrayal and the "games" her partner played. Set Fire to the Rain