In 2008, Sligh released his first album as a solo artist, entitled "Running Back To You," featuring four redone Half Past Forever songs. This album also features the hit single "Empty Me," which earned top 5 fame on AC Christian charts.
Sligh returned on September 14th, 2010 with his sophomore effort, and first on Word Records, entitled "The Anatomy of Broken."
"The Fro Patrol" is the name for Sligh's avid fans/fan club, which arose during his time on American Idol. They get their name from Sligh's curly afro.
Sligh has also garnered fame as a songwriter. He has written such songs as "Here Comes Goodbye," by country favorite Rascal Flats.
Cry Tonight
Chris Sligh Lyrics
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I’ve lived and loved and lost a thousand times
Is this a second chance
Just to make it pass all this energy?
I don’t wanna cry tonight
Don’t wanna hang my heart on my sleeve
But You’re everything my soul could ever need
Just a little faith gets us further in this race
We all know trust don’t come too easily
Is this just romance
Or will we take a chance on something beautiful?
I don’t wanna cry tonight
Don’t wanna hang my heart on my sleeve
But You’re everything my soul could ever need
I don’t wanna cry tonight
Don’t wanna know my heart’s broke in two
‘Cause all I'll ever need right here is You
I don’t wanna cry tonight
Don’t say it’s hard enough to be myself
‘Cause all I ever need is You, all I need is You
I don’t wanna cry tonight
Don’t wanna hang my heart on my sleeve
But You’re everything my soul could ever need
I don’t wanna cry tonight
Don’t wanna know my heart’s broke in two
‘Cause all I'll ever need right here is You
I don’t wanna cry tonight
The song “Cry Tonight” by Chris Sligh has a heartfelt and emotional message about being afraid to love again after experiencing heartbreak. The lyrics begin by expressing the singer’s fear and vulnerability, as he acknowledges the pain that he has gone through in the past. He questions whether the relationship he is currently in is a second chance to find true love, or if it is something that will eventually fizzle out. He is hesitant to put himself out there again and open up his heart, as he does not want to face the possibility of getting hurt once again.
Throughout the song, the singer is torn between his fear and his desire for a true connection. He recognizes that having faith and trust are crucial in any meaningful relationship, but also understands that these things do not come easily. Despite his reservations, he acknowledges that the person he is with is everything that his soul could ever need. He does not want to cry tonight, as that would mean exposing his emotions and his heart once again, but he also does not want to lose this person and the potential for a beautiful relationship.
In the end, the singer decides to let go of his fear and take a chance on love once again. He realizes that all he ever needs is the person he is with, and that he does not need to face the world alone. The song is a powerful anthem for anyone who has ever experienced heartbreak, and who has struggled with the fear of opening up their heart once again.
Line by Line Meaning
You could never understand, just how scared I am
I have experienced so much loss and pain that it's made me fearful, and I don't think anyone could truly comprehend how much it has affected me.
I’ve lived and loved and lost a thousand times
I've had many relationships and experiences, but they always seem to end in heartbreak, causing me to be hesitant to let anyone else in.
Is this a second chance
I'm wondering if this current relationship is a chance for me to finally move on from my past and find something that lasts.
Just to make it pass all this energy?
Perhaps this new relationship is just a way for me to distract myself from my pain and keep myself busy, rather than actually dealing with my emotions.
I don’t wanna cry tonight
I'm scared of getting hurt again and don't want to allow myself to be vulnerable enough to cry.
Don’t wanna hang my heart on my sleeve
I don't want to wear my heart on my sleeve and show my emotions too easily, as that could lead to getting hurt again.
But You’re everything my soul could ever need
However, this current person means so much to me that I don't want to lose them, as they bring me comfort and happiness like nobody else ever has.
Just a little faith gets us further in this race
I'm realizing that having faith in this relationship and believing that it can succeed will help us both move forward and grow together.
We all know trust don’t come too easily
However, I'm also aware that trust isn't something that comes naturally, especially after experiencing so many failures and betrayals in the past.
Is this just romance
I'm questioning if this relationship is only superficial and based on fleeting emotions, or if it has deeper potential for growth and love.
Or will we take a chance on something beautiful?
I'm hoping that we both are brave enough to take a chance on each other and build something genuine and beautiful together.
Don’t wanna know my heart’s broke in two
I'm afraid of another heartbreak and don't want to face the pain of having my heart broken again.
‘Cause all I'll ever need right here is You
However, I know deep down that this relationship is worth the risk, as this person is all I'll ever really need to be truly happy.
Don’t say it’s hard enough to be myself
I don't want to hear excuses or justifications for why I shouldn't pursue this relationship, as I know it's in my best interest to try.
‘Cause all I ever need is You, all I need is You
This person means everything to me, and having them in my life is all I really need to find joy and contentment.
Lyrics © CAPITOL CHRISTIAN MUSIC GROUP, Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: CHRIS SLIGH
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