Might Cry
Tank Lyrics


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Verse 1:
Listen, I know you ain't goin' trip over somethin' you heard, now you can't take my word, baby that really hurts, I know I've done my wrong, but that ain't been me in so long, but it keeps messin' up our home, won't the past leave us alone, (sometimes when you by yourself) you think about what we been through, (sometimes when you by yourself) you think I'm the same ol dude, (I hear you talkin') but listen to me, (I see you walkin') oh baby don't leave, I'll do what a man don't do just to make you see

Chorus:
Girl I know a man ain't suppose 2 cry, but I think I might, cause love is on the line, cause baby if I lose you, I might die, I'm trying hard 2 fight it, but I think I might, I might cry

Verse 2:
I know I should have called & said I was goin' be late, naw it wasn't no date, hold up baby just wait, I was drinkin' yea so what, can a nigga have a drink at the club, we talked & we laugh, but nothin' else happen cause, (sometimes when you by yourself) you think about what we been through, (sometimes when you by yourself) you think I'm the same ol dude, (I hear you talkin') but listen to me, (I see you walkin') oh baby don't leave, I'll do what a man don't do just to make you see

Chorus:
Girl I know a man ain't suppose 2 cry, but I think I might, cause love is on the line, cause baby if I lose you, I might die, I'm trying hard 2 fight it, but I think I might, I might cry

Vamp:
Now see baby it ain't what it look like, let me tell you what it is, shit gettin' real tricky up in here bout to break me down to tears, for I know it's hard for you to see that I changed for you & me & even if I got to cry that's what it's gonna be

Chorus:
Girl I know a man ain't suppose 2 cry, but I think I might, cause love is on the line, cause baby if I lose you, I might die, I'm trying hard 2 fight it, but I think I might, I might cry

Vamp Outro:

(I might) down on my knees, (I might) beggin' you please, (I might) oh baby don't leave, (I might) baby I'm sorry (baby I'm sorry), (I might) baby I'm sorry (baby I'm sorry), I won't break your heart no more (Cry), won't break your heart no more (Cry), so baby I might cry, I might cry, I just might cry, (oh, o oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh)





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Overall Meaning

In Tank's song Might Cry, the lyrics reflect the struggles of a man who has made mistakes in his relationship and is fighting to keep his partner from leaving him. The song is a powerful and emotional plea, as the singer is overcome with fear and pain that he may lose the one he loves. The opening verse sets the scene for the rest of the song, with the singer admitting to having made mistakes and pleading with his partner to give him a chance to prove that he has changed. However, the past seems to be continually haunting him, with the singer becoming increasingly desperate and emotional as he realizes the true depths of his love for his partner.


The chorus of the song is perhaps the most poignant moment, as the singer admits that he may cry if he loses his partner, despite the traditional belief that men should not show their emotions in such a way. The vulnerability and honesty of the lyrics serve to highlight the universal struggle of trying to hold onto someone you love, or trying to win back their trust after a mistake. The song ends on a hopeful note, with the singer promising to work on himself as he begs his partner not to leave him.


Line by Line Meaning

Listen, I know you ain't goin' trip over somethin' you heard, now you can't take my word, baby that really hurts
I know you won't believe me just because of something you heard. It hurts that you won't take my word.


I know I've done my wrong, but that ain't been me in so long, but it keeps messin' up our home, won't the past leave us alone
I did something wrong, but I'm not that person anymore. It keeps causing problems in our relationship. Can't we move on from the past?


(sometimes when you by yourself) you think about what we been through
When you're alone, you reflect on our history together.


(sometimes when you by yourself) you think I'm the same ol dude
When you're alone, you sometimes think I'm the same person who did you wrong in the past.


(I hear you talkin') but listen to me
I understand what you're saying, but please hear me out too.


(I see you walkin') oh baby don't leave, I'll do what a man don't do just to make you see
I see you're about to leave, but I'll do whatever it takes to make you stay.


Girl I know a man ain't suppose 2 cry, but I think I might, cause love is on the line, cause baby if I lose you, I might die, I'm trying hard 2 fight it, but I think I might, I might cry
I know society says men shouldn't cry, but I might because I don't want to lose you. I'll fight to keep you but I might cry if I fail.


I know I should have called & said I was goin' be late, naw it wasn't no date, hold up baby just wait, I was drinkin' yea so what, can a nigga have a drink at the club, we talked & we laugh, but nothin' else happen cause
I admit I should have called you to tell you I'd be late. It wasn't a date, I promise. I had a drink at the club and talked with friends, but nothing happened.


Now see baby it ain't what it look like, let me tell you what it is, shit gettin' real tricky up in here bout to break me down to tears
Please don't jump to conclusions, let me explain. Things are getting really tough for me and it's making me emotional.


for I know it's hard for you to see that I changed for you & me & even if I got to cry that's what it's gonna be
I know you might not see it, but I've changed for both of us. And even if I have to cry, I will.


(I might) down on my knees, (I might) beggin' you please, (I might) oh baby don't leave, (I might) baby I'm sorry (baby I'm sorry), (I might) baby I'm sorry (baby I'm sorry), I won't break your heart no more (Cry), won't break your heart no more (Cry), so baby I might cry, I might cry, I just might cry, (oh, o oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh)
I'll do whatever it takes to make you stay. I'm begging you not to leave. I'm sorry for breaking your heart before and promise not to do it again. But I might still cry, just maybe, because keeping you means so much to me.




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Most interesting comment from YouTube:

@emmanueladebiyi9386

As men we have grown not to show our emotions as stated in a song by Musiq Soulchild

I was told the true definition of a man was to never cry
Work till you tired (yeah) got to provide (yeah)
Always be the rock for my fam, protect them by all means
(and give you the things that you need, baby)
Our relationship is (suffering) trying to give you (what I never had)
You say I don't know to love you baby
Well I say show me the way
I keep my feelings (deep inside I)
Shadow them (with my pride eye)
I'm trying desperately baby just work with me



All comments from YouTube:

@beautifullyblessed3880

I wounder why this song not on itunes, but I’m still listening and the year is 2023…. and to anyone that’s reading my comments, May God continue to bless you!

@R4Roscoe

Tank puts you in your feelings, make you wanna be the man that your woman deserves πŸ‘ŠπŸΏπŸ‘ŒπŸΏπŸ˜‰πŸ’―

@dannyware5330

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@tomorrowwatkins4021

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@R4Roscoe

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@youtubingid

A man IS supposed to cry & a real woman knows how to create a safe environment for him to feel secure enough to release his true feelings. I love my man. <3

@savannahford-chambliss4063

Are u still with him 10 years later just asking ?

@jarhondagamble4434

I love Tank' s music..he is so underrated. True r&b to relate to.

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