The Wilson sisters and Phillips were friends from childhood, growing up in southern California in the 1970's and 1980's. The three shared a love of music and songwriting, and developed their own style of vocal harmonies. In 1989, producer Glen Ballard and SBK Records signed the trio to a record deal.
Wilson Phillips released their debut album Wilson Phillips in 1990. They shot to fame with their debut single, the # 1 hit "Hold On". The album was a hit, producing three number one singles and selling 10 million copies worldwide.
They released their follow-up album Shadows and Light in 1992. It was much less successful, producing no top ten singles and selling one million copies. Shortly after, the group decided to split up.
During the next decade, the group went their separate ways. Chynna Phillips released a solo album, "Naked and Sacred" in 1995, while the Wilson sisters released a Christmas album in 1993 and an album "The Wilsons" in 1997. Carnie also went on to host her own television talk show, while Phillips married actor William Baldwin. A "Greatest Hits" album was released in 2000, although the group did not officially reunite for this release. Carnie made headlines in 1999 when she underwent gastric bypass surgery live on the internet and lost over 20 dress sizes.
Wilson Phillips reunited in 2004 to release California, an album of cover songs. A single, 'Go Your Own Way,' a remake of the original by Fleetwood Mac, peaked at #13 on the Billboard Adult Contemporary chart. The album debuted at #35 on the charts with 31,000 copies sold but due to the lack of promotion the album has yet to reach sales of 100,000 copies. In New Zealand the album was a surprise hit, reaching the top 10 and amassing gold sales following 'Go Your Own Way' topping the adult contemporary radio chart for several weeks.
You Won't See Me Cry
Wilson Phillips Lyrics
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I'd give it right to you.
But I don't have it.
How could I ever find it?
The strength to let you go, 'cause I don't have it.
When will I have it?
And it goes and it goes on.
And it goes on.
You won't see me cry.
You know I decided.
that I'm gonna pull myself together and find a way to fight it.
I'm gonna have to hide it.
You won't see me cry.
You won't see me cry.
I've got no choice but to face it.
I have to let you know that I don't like it.
My love is good for someone and it may take some time,
but I will find him.
Why should I waste it?
When I go, (when I go)
when I go on, I will go on.
You won't see me cry.
You know I decided.
that I'm gonna pull myself together and find a way to fight it.
Oh no. Even if I have to hide it.
You won't see me cry.
You won't see me cry.
You won't see me cry.
You know I decided. That I'm gonna pull myself together
I finally decided and I found the way to fight it.
So you won't see me cry.
The lyrics of Wilson Phillips's song "You Won't See Me Cry" convey the emotional struggle of letting go of a past love. The singer expresses her wish to give her former lover everything they ever wanted, but acknowledges that she doesn't have the ability to do so. She questions whether she will ever find the strength to move on, admitting that the process of letting go goes on and on. Despite the pain and difficulty of the situation, the singer resolves to hide her tears and fight to move on without her past love, declaring that they will not see her cry.
The song captures the universal experience of heartbreak and the pain of saying goodbye to someone you once loved deeply. The lyrics showcase the struggle many people undergo after a breakup, where they feel like they don't have the emotional fortitude to move on. The final uplifting line of the song where the singer declares her determination to fight on and not show her pain is especially empowering, offering hope to anyone listening who may be in a similar situation.
Line by Line Meaning
I wish I had all you ever wanted.
I regret not being everything you wanted.
I'd give it right to you.
If I had it, I would give it to you without hesitation.
But I don't have it.
Unfortunately, I do not possess what you desire.
How could I ever find it? The strength to let you go, 'cause I don't have it.
I don't know how to let you go, because I am not strong enough to do so.
When will I have it?
I wonder when I will find the strength to let you go.
And it goes and it goes on. And it goes on.
My feelings continue, regardless of the situation.
You won't see me cry.
I will not let you see me cry or show my vulnerability.
You know I decided. that I'm gonna pull myself together and find a way to fight it.
I have resolved to put myself back together and overcome this pain.
I'm gonna have to hide it.
I will have to conceal my sorrow and act like everything is alright.
Oh no. Even if I have to hide it.
Even though it will be difficult, I will still conceal my emotions from you.
I've got no choice but to face it.
I have to confront the harsh reality of our situation.
I have to let you know that I don't like it.
I need to be honest with you and tell you how I feel.
My love is good for someone and it may take some time,
but I will find him.
Although it may take time, I believe that I will find someone else who deserves my love.
Why should I waste it?
I refuse to waste my love on someone who cannot appreciate it.
When I go, (when I go)
when I go on, I will go on.
Even when I move on, I will continue to live my life and look forward to what the future holds.
You won't see me cry. You won't see me cry. You won't see me cry.
No matter what happens, I will not let you see me cry.
Lyrics © CONCORD MUSIC PUBLISHING LLC, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Peermusic Publishing
Written by: GLEN BALLARD, CHYNNA PHILLIPS, CARNIE WILSON, WENDY WILSON
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
polyprinz
I feel old reminiscing about this gem of a song, because I was in high school when this album (Shadows and Light) came out, a very successful follow-up to their self-titled debut album, went to their concert, and bought everything Wilson Phillips..LOL!
I wish I had all you ever wanted.
I'd give it right to you.
But I don't have it.
How could I ever find it?
The strength to let you go, 'cause I don't have it.
When will I have it?
And it goes and it goes on.
And it goes on.
You won't see me cry.
You know I decided.
that I'm gonna pull myself together and find a way to fight it.
I'm gonna have to hide it.
You won't see me cry.
You won't see me cry.
I've got no choice but to face it.
I have to let you know that I don't like it.
My love is good for someone and it may take some time,
but I will find him.
Why should I waste it?
When I go, (when I go)
when I go on, I will go on.
You won't see me cry.
You know I decided.
that I'm gonna pull myself together and find a way to fight it.
Oh no. Even if I have to hide it.
You won't see me cry.
You won't see me cry.
You won't see me cry.
You know I decided. That I'm gonna pull myself together
I finally decided and I found the way to fight it.
So you won't see me cry.
djintheatl
The harmonies are killer. Such an under-appreciated track.
James Raymond
@Karen Knight ??
Karen Knight
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Nomine Pater
Those two voices at the verse "my love is good for someone" are so uffffffffffff
James Raymond
Agreed!!!!! The harmonies are ridiculously beautiful.
Scott Harbison
I think this is one of the prettiest songs ever done in rock music. Wilson Phillips, IMHO, are totally underrated! It's little surprise how fantastic their melodies and harmonies are, given they are offsprings of Brian, Carl, and Dennis Wilson of The Beach Boys, not to mention John and Michelle Phillips of the Mamas and the Papas! What a terrific musical legacy the Wilsons and the Phillips families have! Let's hope "it will go on." Thanks so much for posting this!
gcmacyman
My favorite song by Wilson Phillips, what a beautiful song...
Jennifer B
Me too!
Criminal2195
Esta canción representa muchas cosas para mi ...era 1992 y ese año fue muy especial en mi vida ...nunca lo podre olvidar! ...y si,todabía lloro cuando la escucho!
Russell Shaw Film Actor & Voice-over
I forgot all about this song, I just love this song! its wonderful to discover it again and discover the Wilson Phillips. I don't think there as been another girl band as good as this for harmonies, very underated.