“Raindrops Keep Fallin’ on My Head” is a song written by Hal David and composed by Burt Bacharach. The song was originally written for the 1969 film “Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid” and sung by B.J. Thomas for the soundtrack.

The song became a big hit and reached number one in the Billboard Hot 100 charts in the United States. B.J. Thomas’ interpretation of “Raindrops Keep Fallin’ on My Head” won the Oscar for Best Original Song in 1970. The cheerful and upbeat nature of the song, combined with Thomas’ gentle vocals, contributed to its popularity. The text describes a person’s optimistic attitude despite challenges and setbacks. The association with the film as well as its catchy melody made “Raindrops Keep Fallin’ on My Head” an enduring classic and a recognizable part of pop culture.