Ortega has stated that "Rain" was inspired by his most popular composition, "It's Hard to Say Goodbye" . He chose the title because rain is a universal symbol for and melancholy.
: It maintains a steady pace of 109 BPM, allowing the listener to dwell on each note. Michael Ortega Rain A Very Sad Piano Song
: The piece is often described by listeners as "haunting" and "melancholic," intended to "break hearts" through its specific use of music theory and ear-led melody. Popularity and Reception Ortega has stated that "Rain" was inspired by
