Boothe seemed, at the time, to have the makings of an international, long-lasting, hit maker, certainly when compared to most of the other latter-day reggae acts. His smoother style gave him a wider appeal, rather like UB40 and Aswad. Boothe's choice of songs also showed the breadth of his musical taste. But for all that, he only managed one more hit in the UK Chart, "Crying over You", which made Number 11.
In more recent times, Boothe has also recorded for Bunny Lee, Phil Pratt, King Jammy, Pete Weston, Jack Ruby, Hugh "Red Man" James, Castro Brown, and Tappa Zukie. Plus in 1995, he teamed up with Shaggy, for a new styled version of his old track, "The Train Is Coming", which appeared on the soundtrack of the film, Money Train.
A double-disc overview of Boothe's Trojan years, Crying over You, was released by the label in 2001.
Boothe's official Web site is at www.kenboothemusic.com
Crying Over You
Ken Boothe Lyrics
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Or because the load you're carrying is too heavy for you
Right now, I'm crying because the one I love
Has gone and left me all alone
I would like to express myself to you people
So that you can get a better understanding
Of what I'm trying to say
Crying over you in the evening
Crying over you, don't know what to do
You made me feel ashamed
People say, "it's all in the game"
Woman please, let me explain
Then I know you'd be mine
Oh, every day I pray - mm
To have you and to hold - oh yeah
Now that you are here by my side
I really, really don't want to cry
Crying over you in the morning
Crying in the evening
Crying over you, don't know what to do - mm
You made me feel ashamed
People say, "it's all in the game"
Oh woman, woman, woman, let me explain
Then I know you'd be mine
Then I'll stop crying, crying over you
And I'll stop sighing, sighing, don't know what to do
Lying, lying, every day in my bed
Sighing, sighing, don't know what to do
'Cause I'm crying, crying ....
The song "Crying over you" by Ken Boothe is a slow, soulful ballad about heartbreak and loss. The first verse sets the tone for the entire song by explaining that crying is a natural response to losing someone or bearing a heavy load. The singer goes on to say that he is crying because the one he loves has left him alone. The lyrics are packed with emotion and the singer conveys his feelings of sadness and confusion through his powerful vocals.
In the chorus, the theme is repeated but with a slight variation that underscores the depth of his sorrow. He sings about crying over the person in the morning, evening and how lost and helpless he feels. In the second verse, he tries to explain himself to the person who left him, hoping that she will understand how much he needs her. He pleads with her to take him back and says that if she does, he will stop crying and feeling ashamed.
Overall, the lyrics of "Crying over you" are a moving commentary on the pain of heartbreak and the various emotions one experiences when losing a loved one.
Line by Line Meaning
When you cry, you cry because you lose someone
Crying comes naturally when you lose someone you love
Or because the load you're carrying is too heavy for you
Sometimes, crying is an emotional release when you're overwhelmed by burdens
Right now, I'm crying because the one I love
I'm shedding tears because the person I care for has abandoned me
Has gone and left me all alone
The one I love has deserted me, and I am completely alone
I would like to express myself to you people
I want to communicate my feelings to others so they can understand me
So that you can get a better understanding
I hope to make myself clearer for others to comprehend
Of what I'm trying to say
I want to articulate what's in my heart
Oh, crying over you in the morning
I am weeping about my lost love from the moment I wake up
Crying over you in the evening
My tears for you don't stop, even at night
Crying over you, don't know what to do
I don't know how to cope, so I can't help crying and feeling lost
You made me feel ashamed
You caused me embarrassment and humiliation
People say, "it's all in the game"
Others say that love is a game with winners and losers
Woman please, let me explain
Please allow me to clarify, my dear lady
Then I know you'd be mine
If you can see things from my perspective, you might return to me
Oh, every day I pray - mm
Every day I ask for divine intervention
To have you and to hold - oh yeah
I want you to be mine and for us to be together
Now that you are here by my side
Now that you're here with me, finally
I really, really don't want to cry
I genuinely hope I won't shed any more tears
Lying, lying, every day in my bed
I'm consistently lying in bed, lost in thought
Sighing, sighing, don't know what to do
I don't know how to proceed and keep feeling distressed
'Cause I'm crying, crying ....
I'm still crying and overcome with emotions
Contributed by Kaitlyn E. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@TH3_FURY
One of the most beautiful voice from this era in that music style !
Love Ken Boothe so much, he makes my days better since 40 years !
@MarieProvost77
What a lovely thing to do; posting this on a day when despair threatens. Can't be depressed while I'm skankin'. And Ken is a god.
@pauledwards6470
Love it
@noratarragona9398
Buenisimo groove
@fF-jb4gs
Amazing mr boothe
@JRGRAY-33
๐ฅClassic ๐ฅ
@stevenbennett2951
What a track
@user-xt7hp5bo1z
Reminds me of my school days ๐คญ
@DrGoodnSexy75
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@richiebennett161
Memories