About the song
Let’s immerse ourselves in the soulful sounds of Solomon Burke with his timeless hit “Cry to Me.” Released in 1962, this song is a soulful ballad that resonates with listeners of all ages.
Written by Bert Berns, “Cry to Me” showcases Burke’s powerful vocals and emotional delivery. With its heartfelt lyrics and soul-stirring melody, the song became an instant classic in the soul music genre.
“Cry to Me” was included in Solomon Burke’s album “If You Need Me,” released in 1963. The album featured a collection of soulful tracks that solidified Burke’s reputation as one of the greatest soul singers of his time.
Upon its release, “Cry to Me” climbed the charts, reaching number five on the Billboard Hot R&B Singles chart and number 44 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart. Its soulful sound and universal themes of love and heartache struck a chord with audiences, earning Burke widespread acclaim.
Decades later, “Cry to Me” remains a staple in the soul music genre and a beloved classic. Its timeless appeal and emotional depth continue to captivate listeners around the world, cementing its status as one of Solomon Burke’s most iconic songs.
So, whether you’re reminiscing about the soulful sounds of the past or discovering Solomon Burke’s music for the first time, “Cry to Me” is sure to touch your heart and evoke powerful emotions with its soul-stirring melody and heartfelt lyrics.
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Lyics
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)