About the song
Let’s delve into the soulful rhythms of “Cry To Me” by Solomon Burke. This timeless ballad, released in 1962, has left an enduring legacy with its heartfelt lyrics and emotive delivery.
Written by Bert Berns, “Cry To Me” was featured on Solomon Burke’s album “If You Need Me.” The song quickly made its mark on the charts, reaching number 5 on the Billboard R&B chart and earning critical acclaim for its raw emotion and powerful vocals.
Solomon Burke’s soul-stirring rendition of “Cry To Me” captures the pain and longing of unrequited love, resonating with listeners on a deeply emotional level. His rich, velvety voice and impassioned delivery bring the song’s lyrics to life, evoking feelings of empathy and understanding.
Over the years, “Cry To Me” has become a staple of classic soul music, earning recognition as one of Solomon Burke’s signature songs. Its enduring popularity has seen it featured in various films and television shows, further solidifying its status as a timeless classic.
So whether you’re seeking solace in the midst of heartache or simply appreciating the beauty of a soulful melody, let Solomon Burke’s heartfelt rendition of “Cry To Me” touch your soul and remind you of the healing power of music.
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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)