In the rock (and roll) community, Bill Monroe may be best known via one of Elvis Presley's earliest recordings at Sun Records, that of Monroe's 'Blue Moon of Kentucky'. Patsy Cline also made a highly regarded version of this song.
Cry Cry Darlin'
Bill Monroe Lyrics
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That's what I'll do If you should leave me with the blues
Cry cry darling
That's all I do cause you're the one that's in my heart
For me there'll be no moonlight
If ever we should part
Cry cry darling, that's all I do
Cry cry darling
My eyes will cry and never dry if you should go
Cry cry darling
When shadows creep I'll just weep all night I know
You know how much I'd miss you
If ever we should part
Cry cry darling
That's all I do cause you're the one that's in my heart
The lyrics of Bill Monroe's classic bluegrass song, "Cry Cry Darling," focus on the overwhelming emotions of heartbreak, and how the loss of a love can leave one feeling lost and alone. The repeated refrain of "Cry Cry Darling" reinforces the constant pain of separation and emphasizes the chorus's depth.
The first verse talks about how the singer would cry and weep if their lover were to leave them with the blues. The second verse talks about how they would feel empty without their lover and how they only cry because there is a significant person in their heart, and the chorus reiterates this sentiment.
As the song progresses, the lyrics show how the singer cannot fathom living life without their lover. The mention of the moonlight emphasizes the shadow that their lover's absence casts over their life. The singer believes that without their lover, they will be left weeping all night, this highlights the depth of their love and the extent of their pain.
Ultimately, this song portrays a sentiment that many people who have experienced heartbreak can relate to. The song's theme is timeless, and its simple yet poignant lyrics have touched the hearts of many listeners over the years.
Line by Line Meaning
Cry cry darling
The singer expresses that they will cry endlessly if their partner leaves them.
That's what I'll do If you should leave me with the blues
The singer tells their lover that if they leave them feeling sad and lonely, they'll cry nonstop.
Cry cry darling
The singer repeats their intention to cry if their beloved leaves them.
That's all I do cause you're the one that's in my heart
The singer informs their partner that crying is their sole means of dealing with the pain of separation because they hold the person so deeply in their heart.
For me there'll be no moonlight
The singer asserts that their life would have no light or happiness without their loved one by their side.
If ever we should part
The singer says that a separation from their partner is entirely unacceptable.
Cry cry darling, that's all I do
The singer restates their habit of crying if their sweetheart leaves them.
'Cause you're the one that's in my heart
The singer reiterates the idea that their beloved is the most important person in their life.
My eyes will cry and never dry if you should go
The singer claims that they will cry so much if their lover leaves that their tears will never stop.
When shadows creep I'll just weep all night I know
The singer predicts that they will experience restless, tearful nights if they part from their lover.
You know how much I'd miss you
The singer communicates to their partner how deeply they would feel their absence.
If ever we should part
The singer reiterates their fears of separation from their lover.
Cry cry darling
The singer repeats their intention to cry if their beloved leaves them.
That's all I do cause you're the one that's in my heart
The singer once again reinforces the idea that they will cry when their lover leaves because of the deep place they hold in the singer's heart.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: J. MILLER, JIMMY NEWMAN
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