I Guess I'll Have to Cry, Cry, Cry
James Brown, The Famous Flames
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My cup is running over I don't know what to do My cup is running over I don't know what to do No, I don't know No, I don't know [Chorus] Guess I gotta cry, cry, cry People, let me cry, cry, cry I'd feel a little bit better If I cry, cry, cry My cup is overflowing I don't know what to do My cup is overflowing I don't know what to do No, I don't know No, I don't know [Chorus] When I, I lost you I lost the best thing I ever had Now that I, I realize, oh It makes me, it makes me It makes me so bad My cup is running over I don't know what to do My cup is running over I don't know what to do No, I don't know No, I don't know [Chorus] Just let me cry, people How do you feel How do you feel When you see a man cry People, let me cry I'm not ashamed I'm not ashamed Guess I gotta walk away now Just let me walk away Just let me walk away Just let me walk away
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Written by: JAMES BROWN
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10 facts about this song
Artist Evolution"I Guess I've Got to Cry, Cry, Cry" is a song by James Brown, a key figure in the development of funk and soul music. This song is a testament to his transformation from a gospel star to a funk icon.
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Song ReleaseThis song was released in 1968 as part of Brown's "I Can't Stand Myself When You Touch Me" album, showcasing his continuous evolution as an artist.
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Chart Performance"I Guess I’ve Got to Cry, Cry, Cry" climbed to number 12 on the US Billboard R&B charts, demonstrating Brown's increasing popularity at the time.
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Song ThemeThe song explores themes of heartbreak and disappointment, a significant departure from the upbeat, dance-oriented tracks James Brown was recognized for.
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Musical FormatIt follows the classic verse-chorus-verse structure, utilizing Brown's dynamic vocal range to articulate the emotional narrative.
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Iconic LineOne of the most memorable lines from the song is "But it's so hard to tell a grown man's tears from a grown man's pride", which encapsulates the central themes of masculinity and vulnerability.
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Musician CollaborationBrown's band, The Famous Flames, backed him on this track, underscoring the tight musical symbiosis between Brown and his ensemble.
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Unique Recording StyleJames Brown was known for his demanding recording sessions, often forcing the band to continually rehearse and refine the song until he was satisfied with the result.
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Live VersionsLike many of his songs, James Brown performed “I Guess I’ve Got to Cry, Cry, Cry” live, where his dynamic stage presence brought another level of intensity to the lyrics.
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Place in Pop CultureDespite not being as popular as hits like "I Feel Good" and "Papa's Got a Brand New Bag", the song is still recognized and respected by dedicated fans of James Brown's music, as well as soul and funk enthusiasts.
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