About the song
Introducing the timeless soul ballad “Cry To Me” by the legendary Solomon Burke. This soulful masterpiece is a heartfelt plea for love and understanding, delivered with Burke’s powerful vocals and emotive performance.
Written by Bert Berns, “Cry To Me” was originally released in 1961 as a single and later included in Burke’s album “Rock ‘n Soul.” The song climbed the charts, peaking at number five on the Billboard R&B singles chart and claiming the number 44 position on the Billboard Hot 100 chart.
With its soul-stirring melody and poignant lyrics, “Cry To Me” showcases Burke’s ability to convey raw emotion and vulnerability through his music. His rich, velvety voice draws listeners in, inviting them to immerse themselves in the song’s heartfelt message of longing and desire.
Despite its release over six decades ago, “Cry To Me” remains a classic of the soul genre, beloved by audiences around the world for its timeless appeal and universal themes of love and heartache. Its enduring popularity has led to numerous covers and appearances in films and television shows, solidifying its status as one of Solomon Burke’s most iconic songs.
So, whether you’re experiencing the highs and lows of love or simply in need of a soulful tune to soothe your spirit, let Solomon Burke’s “Cry To Me” be your soundtrack to emotional catharsis and connection. Its heartfelt lyrics and soul-stirring melody are sure to resonate with listeners of all ages and backgrounds.
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Lyrics
When your baby leaves you all alone
And nobody calls you on the phone
A-don’t you feel like a-cryin’?
Don’t you feel like cryin’?
Well, here I am, a-honey
A-come on, well, cry to me
When you’re all alone in your lonely room
And there’s nothing but the smell of her perfume
A-don’t you feel like a-cryin’?
A-don’t you feel like cryin’?
A-don’t you feel like a-cryin’?
A-come on, come on, cry to me
Whoa
Nothing can be sadder than a glass of wine alone
Loneliness, loneliness, such a waste of your time, oh yes
You don’t ever have to walk alone, you see
A-come on, take my hand, and baby, won’t you walk with me?
Whoa yeah
When you’re waitin’ for a voice to come
In the night, but there’s no one
A-don’t you feel like a-cryin’? (Cry to me)
Don’t you feel like cryin’? (Cry to me)
A-don’t you feel like a-c-cry, c-cry, c-cry-cry (cry to me)
Cry, c-cry, c-cry-cry, cryin’? (Cry to me)
A-don’t you feel like a-cry, c-cry, c-cry-cry (cry to me)
C-cry, c-cry, c-cry-cry, cryin’? (Cry to me)