Don't Cry

Seal

About Don't Cry

"Don't Cry" is a song by Seal. It was released as the final single from his second studio album Seal (a.k.a. Seal II), as a double A-side with "Prayer for the Dying".


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1992
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Don't be so hard on yourself
Those tears are for someone else
I hear your voice on the phone
I hear you feel so alone
My baby
Oh my baby
Please my baby
My baby

When we were young
And truth was paramount
We were older then,
And we lived a life without any doubt
Those memories,
They seem so long ago

What's become of them? (They've all gone for sure)
When you feel like me I want you to know
Don't cry
Not alone
Don't cry tonight, my baby
Don't cry you'll always be loved
Don't cry tonight my baby

Today I dreamed
Of friends I had before
And I wonder why
The ones who care don't call anymore
My feelings hurt
But you know I overcome the pain
And I'm stronger now
There can't be a fire unless there's a flame

Don't cry
Your not alone
Don't cry tonight, my baby
Don't cry you'll always be loved
Don't cry oh
Limousines and sycophants
Don't leave me now,
'Cause I'm afraid what you've done to me
Is now the wolf
In my bed 

In my head
In my head
In my head

The challenges, we took were hard enough
They get harder now
Even when we think that we've had enough
Don't feel alone,
'Cause it's I you understand
I'm your sedative,
Take a piece of me whenever you can

Don't cry you're not alone (don't be so hard on yourself)
Don't cry tonight my baby (these tears are for someone else)

Don't cry you'll always be loved (I hear your voice on the phone)
Don't cry tonight sweet baby (I hear you fear so alone)

Don't cry, don't cry, don't cry, don't you cry, cry
Don't cry 'cause you still be loved
Don't cry
Don't cry tonight, oh

My baby, my baby, my baby, my baby, my baby, my baby, my baby
My baby, my baby, my baby, my baby, my baby, my baby, my baby
My baby, my baby, my baby
Don't cry tonight
You'll still be loved

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Seal

Seal Henry Olusegun Olumide Adeola Samuel (born 19 February 1963), popularly known simply as Seal, is a British soul and R&B singer-songwriter, of Nigerian and Brazilian descent. Seal has won numerous music awards throughout his career, including three Brit Awards—winning Best British Male in 1992, four Grammy Awards, and an MTV Video Music Award. Seal is known for his numerous international hits, the best known being "Kiss from a Rose", which appeared in the soundtrack to the 1995 film Batman Forever. He has sold more than 20 million albums worldwide. He is a coach on The Voice Australia. more »

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Written by: SEAL HENRI SAMUEL

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10 facts about this song

Release Date
"Don't Cry" by Seal was first released on 12th December 1995.
Album Inclusion
The song is included in Seal's second studio album, "Seal (Sometimes referred to as Seal II)”, which was released in 1994.
Genre
"Don't Cry" falls within the genre of soul and pop music, showcasing Seal's characteristic fusion of soulful vocals and pop sensibilities.
Chart Performance
The track was a success on several music charts. It topped the Canadian RPM Dance chart, reached number ten on the UK Singles chart, and number 33 on the U.S. Billboard Hot 100.
Music Video
The song's music video was directed by famous filmmaker Paul Boyd, which features Seal singing in a desert location.
Songwriting Credits
"Don't Cry" was written by Seal, alongside celebrated music producer Trevor Horn, reinforcing the successful partnership they'd established with Seal's debut album.
Influences
Highlights of the song are Seal's husky vocals paired with sensual lyrics, mirroring the influence of soul music icons like Marvin Gaye and Curtis Mayfield.
Awards and Nominations
Though "Don't Cry" itself did not receive any specific awards, the album on which it featured received two Grammy awards in 1996.
Reception
Critics often praised "Don't Cry" for its emotive lyrics and powerful delivery, complementing the song's melancholic yet introspective tone.
Cover Versions
The song has been covered by several artists, showcasing its enduring legacy and popularity.

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