Emily Chambers (@em_chambers) is a Nashville-based singer-songwriter from Vancouver, BC. Not too long ago, she released a soulful pop ballad, “I Hope It Rains,” recorded in Nashville with producer David Dorn. The song is the second track from Chambers’ debut album.
Emily Chambers – “I Hope It Rains” Single
Driven by piano, cello, and heart-wrenching vocals, “I Hope It Rains” blends R&B influences with intimate storytelling. The track features a powerful vocal performance reminiscent of Adele and Emeli Sandé while exploring themes of longing and loss.
In her own words, Emily Chambers explains, “This song is about heartbreak, in any form. It’s about losing someone before you’re ready to – if you’re ever ready – even if you know that letting go is for the best. I began writing this song two years ago while processing my dad’s battle with Parkinson’s and dementia. Through songwriting, I often found myself a step ahead of his journey, as if my future self was preparing me for what lay ahead. Dad passed last April, and I am still learning how to allow myself space to grieve. I Hope It Rains is my way of asking myself for exactly that: space to grieve.”
Overall, “I Hope It Rains” poignantly connects with listeners on an emotional level. The lyrics express a desire for catharsis, using weather imagery as a metaphor for dealing with grief. Chambers invites her audience to reflect on their own experiences, making the song not just a melody but a shared human experience that touches the hearts of many.
Emily Chambers
When Emily steps on stage, it feels like you’ve known When Emily Chambers steps on stage, it feels like you’ve known her forever. A Vancouver native, her musical journey has taken her from Berklee College of Music to busking the streets of Europe, to crisscrossing the U.S. in her baby blue camper van. She has released 3 EPs within the last decade, and spent 6 years living in Nashville, TN, before making the move to her dream city. Now based in South London, England, she is stepping into a bold new chapter—kicking it off with the release of her debut full-length album later this year.
Emily’s music blends vintage R&B with modern indie soul, drawing inspiration from artists like Amy Winehouse and Alicia Keys with the timeless storytelling of Carole King. Her raw and sultry vocals have earned her spots on Spotify Editorial Playlists such as Fresh Finds and Mood Ring and led her to share the stage with Briston Maroney, Rayland Baxter, Nikki Lane, Lawrence, Delta Rae, Bre Kennedy, and Liz Cooper & The Stampede.
With an unwavering commitment to authenticity, Emily continues to captivate audiences—one song, one show, and one unforgettable moment at a time.
Listen to Emily Chambers’ “I Hope It Rains” Single
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