Some days the sky is hidden behind a thick layer of clouds.
It is as if a curtain has been drawn over the sun, casting a soft, diffused light over everything.
Sometimes it is heavy, grey and ominous, threatening rain at any moment,and other times it is soft and protective, shielding us from the harsh glare of the sun.
Here are 3 of my favourite cloudy day songs that sink into your soul.
'Partly Cloudy with a Chance of Tears', By Skylar Grey is a hauntingly beautiful song that captures the mood of a cloudy day.
With a simplistic piano melody and Grey's ethereal vocals, the song creates a sense of introspection and melancholy that is perfect for a cloudy day.
The lyrics speak of the uncertainty and unpredictability of life, much like the ever-changing nature of the weather.
Listen to 'Partly Cloudy with a Chance of Tears' on Youtube
'Cloudy' by Dennis Van Aarssen is a slow jazz ballad that perfectly captures the mood of a cloudy day.
The song's smooth melody and Aarssen's soulful vocals create a sense of intimacy and vulnerability that is perfect for a cloudy day.
The lyrics speak of a love that warns of approaching storms, much like the clouds that gather in the sky.
Listen to 'Cloudy' on Youtube
'Both Sides Now' is a classic song written by Joni Mitchell and covered by many artists, including Josh Groban and Sara Bareilles.
The song's gentle melody and heartfelt lyrics create a sense of nostalgia and reflection that is perfect for a cloudy day.
The lyrics tell of seeing life from different perspectives, much like the way clouds can change shape and form in the sky.
Listen to 'Both Sides Now' on Youtube