2) The Petticoats were a female pop band who put out the Surfin' Sally b/w Why Does Billy Play In Your Yard? 45 on Challenge Records in 1963.
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The Petticoats Lyrics
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When no one can see them cry
No one can see them cry
Boys cry when their hearts are broken
When their hearts are broken by
Someone who says "Goodbye"
His feelin's he will hide
When he acts tough, sure enough
It's a sign he's soft inside
Boys cry when no one is near them
When no one can hear them cry
No one can hear them cry
Don't you know how it hurt when you let me go
Did you think I'd forget that I loved you so
Didn't you know that
Boys cry when no one can see them
When no one can see them cry
No one can see them cry
When a boy gets hurt by a girl
His feelin's he will hide
When he acts tough, sure enough
It's a sign he's soft inside
Ooh, boys cry when no one is near them
When no one can hear them cry
No one can hear them cry
Boys cry when their hearts are broken
When their hearts are broken by
Someone who says "Goodbye"
The lyrics to The Petticoats' song "No" explore the idea that boys cry, even though they are often expected to hide their feelings and be tough. The song suggests that boys cry when they are hurt by someone they love, and that they will try to hide their pain by acting tough. However, the lyrics also imply that this toughness is just a front, and that underneath it all, boys are soft and vulnerable. The song is a plea for understanding and compassion, and encourages listeners to recognize and validate boys' emotions.
The first verse sets the tone for the song, with the phrase "Boys cry when no one can see them" repeated throughout. The second verse explores the idea that boys cry when their hearts are broken, and that they may try to hide their pain from others. The chorus emphasizes that no one can see or hear boys cry, suggesting that their emotions are often unrecognized and unacknowledged. The bridge of the song adds more emotional depth, with the singer asking if the person who hurt them realized the impact of their actions.
Overall, "No" is a powerful and empathetic song that challenges gender stereotypes and encourages listeners to be more compassionate towards others.
Line by Line Meaning
Boys cry when no one can see them
Boys sometimes cry in private when they don't want anyone else to see.
When no one can see them cry
Boys cry when they are alone or think they are alone.
No one can see them cry
Boys keep their tears hidden from others.
Boys cry when their hearts are broken
Boys cry when they are deeply hurt emotionally.
When their hearts are broken by
Boys cry when they have been hurt emotionally by someone or something.
Someone who says "Goodbye"
Boys cry when someone they love leaves them or breaks up with them.
When a boy gets hurt by a girl
Boys can be hurt emotionally by girls.
His feelin's he will hide
Boys may try to hide their emotions after being hurt by a girl.
When he acts tough, sure enough
Sometimes when a boy tries to act tough, it's because he's actually feeling emotional or vulnerable.
It's a sign he's soft inside
Appearing tough on the outside doesn't mean a boy is actually tough on the inside. It's okay to show vulnerability.
No one can hear them cry
Boys sometimes cry silently or try to hide their tears from others.
Don't you know how it hurt when you let me go
The singer is talking directly to someone who hurt them emotionally; they are asking if this person understands the pain they caused.
Did you think I'd forget that I loved you so
The singer is questioning whether the person who hurt them thought they would simply forget about the love they once shared.
Boys cry when no one can see them
Repetition emphasizes that boys can cry silently when they think no one is watching.
When no one can see them cry
Boys may cry when they feel alone or isolated.
No one can see them cry
Boys may keep tears hidden from others, even those they are closest to.
When a boy gets hurt by a girl
Girls can hurt boys emotionally, and it's okay for boys to express their emotions and sadness.
His feelin's he will hide
Boys may try to hide their emotions after being hurt by a girl, but this can ultimately be harmful to their emotional well-being.
When he acts tough, sure enough
When a boy tries to act tough or strong, it may actually be a defense mechanism to hide their emotional pain.
It's a sign he's soft inside
Showing vulnerability and expressing emotions does not make a boy weak; it shows that he is human and has feelings.
Boys cry when no one is near them
Boys may cry when they feel isolated or alone, even if they are in public.
When no one can hear them cry
Boys may try to hide their tears from others, even in public or around other people.
No one can hear them cry
Boys may cry silently or try to hide their tears, even from those closest to them.
Boys cry when their hearts are broken
Just like anyone else, boys can be deeply hurt and have their hearts broken.
When their hearts are broken by
Boys can experience emotional pain and heartbreak from many different sources.
Someone who says "Goodbye"
Sometimes a simple goodbye can be enough to hurt someone deeply and cause emotional pain and heartbreak.
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