Sarah Lois Vaughan (nicknamed “Sassy” and “The Divine One”) (March 27, 1924… Read Full Bio ↴Sarah Lois Vaughan (nicknamed “Sassy” and “The Divine One”) (March 27, 1924, Newark, New Jersey – April 3, 1990, Los Angeles, California) was an American jazz singer, described as “possessor of one of the most wondrous voices of the 20th century”. Jazz critic Leonard Feather called her “the most important singer to emerge from the bop era.” Ella Fitzgerald called her the world’s “greatest singing talent.

I Cried for You
Sarah Vaughan And Her Trio Lyrics

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I cried for you
Now it's your turn to cry over me
Every road has it's turning
That's one thing you're learning

I cried for you; what a fool I used to be
But I found two eyes just a little bit bluer
I found a heart just a little bit truer

I cried for you
Now it's your turn to cry over me

I cried; how I cried for you
What a fool I used to be
Oh, but I found two eyes
Just a little bit, little bit bluer
I found a heart just a little bit, little bit truer

For I cried for you

Now it's your turn to cry over me
Over me, over me

Overall Meaning

In "I Cried For You," Sarah Vaughan sings about a past love where she was the one crying over a broken heart. She reflects on how foolish she feels for having been so emotionally invested in someone who didn't value her in the same way. However, now she has found someone new who is a better match for her. The lyrics bring up the idea that every road has its turning, emphasizing that even though heartache can be painful, it can also be a catalyst for growth and ultimately lead to finding a more fulfilling relationship.

The song's message is relatable to many people who have experienced heartbreak and the emotions that follow. It's a reminder that we learn from past mistakes, and only when we let go of the past can new beginnings come. The use of repetition in the lyrics, "I cried for you, now it's your turn to cry over me," serves as a haunting reminder to the person who caused her pain that they will now suffer the same way.

Overall, "I Cried For You" is a powerful song that showcases Sarah Vaughan's signature blend of soulful vocals and emotional depth. It's a timeless reminder of the intensity of love and the transformative power of heartache.

Line by Line Meaning

I cried for you
I shed tears because of you

Now it's your turn to cry over me
It's your time to experience sadness because of me

Every road has it's turning
Life is filled with ups and downs

That's one thing you're learning
You are becoming aware of this fact

I cried for you; what a fool I used to be
I used to be gullible and foolish for you

But I found two eyes just a little bit bluer
I discovered someone with more beautiful eyes

I found a heart just a little bit truer
I discovered someone with a more sincere heart

I cried; how I cried for you
I wept so much for you

Oh, but I found two eyes
However, I discovered someone with beautiful eyes

Just a little bit, little bit bluer
Slightly more beautiful than yours

I found a heart just a little bit, little bit truer
I found someone with a more honest heart

For I cried for you
I shed tears because of you

Now it's your turn to cry over me
It's your time to experience sadness because of me

Over me, over me
Sadness is now directed towards me

Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner/Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: GUS ARNHEIM, ARTHUR FREED, ABE LYMAN

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