Cry
Johnnie Ray The Four Lads Lyrics
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It's no secret you'll feel better if you cry
When waking from a bad dream
Don't you sometimes think it's real?
But it's only false emotions that you feel
If your heartaches seem to hang around too long
And your blues keep getting bluer with each song
So let your hair down and go on and cry
If your heartaches seem to hang around too long
And your blues keep getting bluer with each song
Well now, remember sunshine can be found behind a cloudy sky
So let your hair down and go on baby and cry (cry, and cry)
The song "Cry" by Johnnie Ray and The Four Lads talks about the idea of crying as a form of releasing one's emotions after going through difficult situations. The lyrics suggest that crying is a necessary step to cope with heartaches and bad dreams. The line "It's no secret you'll feel better if you cry" implies that crying can be therapeutic, and it can help people move on from painful experiences.
In the second verse, the lyrics touch on the idea that heartaches can linger and make one feel more depressed as time passes. However, the song encourages listeners to remember that there is always a ray of hope, even in the darkest moments. The line "Remember sunshine can be found behind a cloudy sky" suggests that there's always a brighter side to any situation, no matter how bleak and difficult it may seem. The song concludes by encouraging the listener to let out their emotions and not to hold back their tears.
Overall, the song "Cry" is an emotional ballad that speaks to the human experiences of pain, heartache, and the healing power of crying. The lyrics encourage listeners to embrace their emotions, process their feelings, and know that it's okay to cry.
Line by Line Meaning
If your sweetheart sends a letter of goodbye
When the person you love says goodbye and leaves you alone
It's no secret you'll feel better if you cry
Crying is a natural human response to emotional pain, and it can provide temporary relief
When waking from a bad dream
When you wake up after having a nightmare
Don't you sometimes think it's real?
Do you ever feel like the nightmare you had is happening in real life?
But it's only false emotions that you feel
The emotions you experience after a nightmare are not based on actual events, but are rather a result of your subconscious mind
If your heartaches seem to hang around too long
If you can't shake off the sadness and pain of a broken heart
And your blues keep getting bluer with each song
You feel sadder and more depressed with each sad song you listen to
Remember sunshine can be found behind a cloudy sky
Even though things may seem dark and hopeless, there's always a chance for happiness and hope to come your way
So let your hair down and go on and cry
It's okay to cry and express your emotions, even if it means letting your guard down and being vulnerable
Well now, remember sunshine can be found behind a cloudy sky
Again, even though things may seem bleak, there's always a chance for happiness and hope to shine through
So let your hair down and go on baby and cry (cry, and cry)
Let yourself feel your emotions fully and don't hold back your tears
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Written by: Churchill L. Kohlman
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Alex Ross
If your sweetheart sends a letter of goodbye
It's no secret you'll feel better if you cry
When waking from a bad dream
Don't you sometimes think it's real
But it's only false emotions that you feel
If your heartaches seem to hang around too long
And your blues keep getting bluer with each song
Remember sunshine can be found behind the cloudy skies
So let your hair down and go on and cry
If your heartaches seem to hang around too long
And your blues keep getting bluer with each song
Well now, remember sunshine can be found
Behind a cloudy sky
So let your hair down and go right on and cry
Hugo L.
The reverb is so haunting i can definitely imagine this song in a deserted mall in an apocalyptic movie scene
Jennifer Kay
Patent that idea quick!
Rafał Chrząszcz
Exactly!
michigandon
Sounds like something from Fallout.
Caren Weckstein
What a beautiful song.
Charlotte Swincicki
I just loved this guys voice!! I was a small kid and I still remember him!! This was a great song!!
Richard Stuckmeyer
Same here.
Steve52344
Absolutely great! A standout song and performance...to this day.
wayne rutledge
I remember singing this song when I was 15yrs old, in 1951, it was a different song from everything else that was being played at that time. I thought it was great, and tried to sing it like him. great memories!!!!!
Michelle Polish
+wayne rutledge Thats so cool, i find this music absolutely fascinating. Im kind of jealous you had the luck to have been around the time music sounded this way. It must have been amazing times.