Idles are a heavy post-hardcore/punk band from Bristol, London and Newport.… Read Full Bio ↴Idles are a heavy post-hardcore/punk band from Bristol, London and Newport. The success of the band’s debut EP “Welcome” did not go unnoticed and so it happened that BBC Introducing in the Southwest honoured the group as “Band of The Year” in 2012.

After a hiatus, the band returned in 2015 with “MEAT EP” and “META EP”. “Divide & Conquer” and “Well Done” were released in 2016, when it was announced their debut album “Brutalism” was released on March the 10th, 2017 and was supported by a 24 date UK Tour during March and April.

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Cry To Me
Idles Lyrics

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When someone
Leaves you all alone
And nobody
Calls you on the phone
Don't you feel like crying?
Don't you feel like crying?
Well here I am boy
Cry to me

When you're all alone
In your lonely room
And there's nothing
But the smell of perfume
Don't you feel like crying?
Don't you feel like crying?
Don't you feel like crying?
C'mon, cry to me
Cry to me

Nothing could be sadder than a glass of wine alone
Loneliness, loneliness, it just a waste of time
C'mon
When your heart beats pounding like the rabbit's in the night, uh huh
I will hold you
Until everything's all right

Whoa, cry to me
Cry, cry to me
Cry, cry, cry, cry, cry, cry
Cry, cry, cry, cry to me
Cry to me

Cry to me
Cry, cry, cry to me

Overall Meaning

In "Cry to Me," Idles takes on the role of a reassuring friend, offering solace to someone who's feeling down and out. The lyrics emphasize the loneliness and heartache of a romance that has gone sour, with references to being left alone and ignored. The repeated refrain of "Don't you feel like crying" reflects the pain and vulnerability of the situation, but the singer's offer to "hold you until everything's all right" suggests that comfort and support are available.

The imagery of the lyrics also conveys a sense of isolation and desperation, with references to a lonely room and the smell of perfume, which might remind the singer of a departed lover. The line "Nothing could be sadder than a glass of wine alone" adds to the melancholic tone of the song, emphasizing the futility of trying to fill the void with alcohol. However, the upbeat tempo of the song and the insistent refrain of "Cry to me" offer a note of hope - a reminder that reaching out for help can sometimes be the first step toward healing.

Interestingly, "Cry to Me" was written and originally performed by Solomon Burke in 1961, and has since been covered by many artists, including the Rolling Stones and the Beatles. Idles' version, released on their 2020 album "Ultra Mono," brings a punk energy to the song, with driving guitars and the urgent, impassioned delivery of lead singer Joe Talbot. The band has cited Burke's version as a major influence on their music, and their take on the song pays homage to his legacy while making it their own.

Line by Line Meaning

When someone Leaves you all alone
When someone you care about leaves you without anyone to talk to or spend time with

And nobody Calls you on the phone
And nobody reaches out to you through a phone call, leaving you without any communication

Don't you feel like crying?
Doesn't it make you want to cry?

Well here I am boy Cry to me
Here I am, offering you the support and comfort you need. Please cry to me.

When you're all alone In your lonely room
When you find yourself locked up in a room, all by yourself, feeling lonely.

And there's nothing But the smell of perfume
And all you are left with is the smell of some perfume, reminding you of someone who's not there anymore.

Don't you feel like crying?
Doesn't it make you want to cry?

C'mon, cry to me Cry to me
Please come on, and cry to me. I am here to listen and help you let out your emotions.

Nothing could be sadder than a glass of wine alone
No moment could be sadder than drinking wine all alone, without any company.

Loneliness, loneliness, it just a waste of time
Loneliness can be crushing, and it's just a waste of time. You need someone to be there for you.

C'mon When your heart beats pounding like the rabbit's in the night, uh huh
Come on, when your heart is racing and pounding like a rabbit's in the middle of the night, I am here for you.

I will hold you Until everything's all right
I will hold you and comfort you until all your worries and troubles are gone.

Whoa, cry to me Cry, cry to me Cry, cry, cry, cry, cry, cry Cry, cry, cry, cry to me Cry to me Cry to me Cry, cry, cry to me
Whoa, please cry to me. Cry, cry, cry to me. Cry, cry, cry, cry, cry, cry. You can cry to me anytime you want. Please cry to me. Cry to me. Cry, cry, cry to me.

Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: Joe Talbot, Adam Devonshire, Mark Bowen, Lee Kiernan, Jon Beavis

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