Not Gon' Cry

Mary J. Blige

About Not Gon' Cry

"Not Gon' Cry" is a 1996 single by American R&B singer Mary J. Blige, from the soundtrack to the film Waiting to Exhale; the song is also featured on Blige's 1997 album, Share My World. The song was written and produced by Babyface and became a major hit for Blige in the US, where it peaked at number one and two on the Billboard's R&B Singles and Hot 100 charts respectively. On the Hot 100, it was one of several songs to be kept from the top by "One Sweet Day" by Mariah Carey and Boyz II Men, which spent sixteen consecutive weeks at the top spot. The single sold 900,000 copies domestically and was certified platinum by the RIAA. Blige received her third Grammy Award nomination for Best Female R&B Vocal Performance (her first nomination in that category) at the 39th Grammy Awards in 1997 for the song. Coincidentally, other songs on that were later released as singles from the soundtrack ("Exhale" by Whitney Houston and "Sittin' Up in My Room" by Brandy) also received nominations in the same category. Blige performed the song at the 39th Grammy Awards telecast. 


Year:
1998
5:37
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While all the time that I was loving you
You were busy loving yourself
I would stop breathing if you told me to
Now you're busy loving someone else
Eleven years out of my life
Besides the kids I have nothing to show
Wasted my years a fool of a wife
I shoulda have left your ass a long time ago

Well I'm not gon cry,
I'm not gon cry,
I'm not gon shed no tears
No, I'm not gon cry,
It's not the time
'Cause you're not worth my tears
Well I'm not gon cry,
I'm not gon cry,
I'm not gon shed no tears
No, I'm not gon cry,
It's not the time,
'Cause you're not worth my tears

I was your lover and your secretary
Working every day of the week
Was at the job when no one else was there
Helping you get on your feet
Eleven years of sacrifice
And you can leave at the drop of a dime
Swallowed my fears, stood by your side
I shoulda left your ass a thousand times

Well I'm not gon cry,
I'm not gon cry,
I'm not gon shed no tears
No, I'm not gon cry,
It's not the time
'Cause you're not worth my tears
Well I'm not gon cry,
I'm not gon cry,
I'm not gon shed no tears
No, I'm not gon cry,
It's not the time,
'Cause you're not worth my tears

I know there are no guarantees
In love you take your chances
But somehow it seems unfair to me
Look at the circumstances
Through sickness and health 'till death do us part
Those were the words that we said from our hearts
So now when you say that you're leaving me
I don't get that part

I was your lover and your secretary
Working every day of the week
Was at the job when no one else was there
Helping you get on your feet
Eleven years of sacrifice
And you can leave at the drop of a dime
Swallowed my fears, stood by your side
I shoulda left your ass a thousand times

Well I'm not gon cry,
I'm not gon cry,
I'm not gon shed no tears
No, I'm not gon cry,
It's not the time
'Cause you're not worth my tears
Well I'm not gon cry,
I'm not gon cry,
I'm not gon shed no tears
No, I'm not gon cry,
It's not the time,
'Cause you're not worth my tears

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Mary J. Blige

Mary Jane Blige ( /ˈblaɪʒ/; born January 11, 1971), preferably known as Mary J. Blige, is an American singer-songwriter, record producer, and occasional actress. She is a recipient of nine Grammy Awards and four American Music Awards, and has recorded eight multi-platinum albums. She is the only artist with Grammy Award wins in R&B, Rap, Gospel, and Pop. more »

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Written by: KENNETH EDMONDS

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10 facts about this song

Recording Artists
"Not Gon' Cry" is a signature song by American R&B singer Mary J. Blige. Although Babyface composed the song and Whitney Houston often performed it live, the original track was recorded by Blige.
Chart Performance
The single was a commercial success reaching #2 on the Billboard Hot 100 and #1 on the R&B Singles chart.
Grammy Nomination
In 1997, "Not Gon' Cry" was nominated for Best Female R&B Vocal Performance at the 39th Grammy Awards.
Soundtrack Success
The song was featured in the 1996 film "Waiting to Exhale" and was part of the corresponding soundtrack which topped the Billboard 200 for several weeks.
Song Composer
While the song is known as part of Mary J. Blige's repertoire, the lyrics were written by American R&B singer, songwriter, and producer Kenneth 'Babyface' Edmonds.
Dedicated Performance
Whitney Houston, one of the stars of "Waiting to Exhale", performed "Not Gon' Cry" live in many of her concerts, conveying the deep emotional texture of its lyrics.
Emotional Impact
The song is well-known for its powerful lyrics and Blige's emotionally charged performance; it has become an anthem for women dealing with heartbreak and betrayal.
Platinum Success
The single was certified platinum by the RIAA for sales exceeding 1 million copies in the United States alone.
Cultural Impact
"Not Gon' Cry" is widely recognized as one of Blige's biggest hits and is considered a classic in the neo-soul and contemporary R&B genre.
Music Video
The music video for "Not Gon' Cry" portrays Blige singing in different locations and is interspersed with scenes from "Waiting to Exhale".

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