I Might Be Crying

Tanita Tikaram

About I Might Be Crying

"I Might Be Crying" was the first single to be released from Tanita Tikaram's fifth studio album Lovers In The City. This single peaked at #64 in UK. The song contains backing vocals by Jennifer Warnes. A video for this single was filmed in Vietnam. One of its b-sides is Not Waving but Drowning, a poem by Stevie Smith set to music.


Year:
1995
3:56
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What didn't know back then
Was that I might be crying
It is such a simple sentiment
To steal the show
And what I didn't know back then
Is that I might be losing you
And still I wouldn't know

And now I suck up to the pale moonlight
Like it's gonna lead me home
And I shiver in my tired clothes
As if that could keep me warm
And now I stare across the dirty river
And I'm sure upon this bridge I'll see you
'Cause I dreamt I'd kiss you up there

What I didn't know back then
Is how great the sin
How time goes so slowly
When you're cheating on a friend
And what I didn't know back then
Is that I might be needing you

Yeah I might be needing you
The need it doesn't end
And now I stare across the dirty river
And I breathe the dirty air
And I'm sure upon the bridge I'll see you
'Cause I dreamt I'd kiss you there

What I didn't know back then
Was that I might be crying
It's such a simple sentiment
To steal the show

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Tanita Tikaram

Tanita Tikaram (born 12 August 1969, Münster, Germany) is a British pop/folk singer-songwriter, best known for the hits "Twist in My Sobriety" and "Good Tradition" from her 1988 debut album, Ancient Heart. more »

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Written by: TANITA TIKARAM

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11 facts about this song

Song Background
"I Might Be Crying" is one of the songs from Tanita Tikaram's fourth album 'Lovers In The City,' published in 1995.
Mixed Reception
The song received mixed responses from critics, with some praising the powerful emotion while others criticized the repetitive nature of the lyrics.
Lyrics
The lyrics of "I Might Be Crying" convey a message of deep emotional distress and reflect Tikaram's talent for raw, honest songwriting.
Genre Classification
The song can be classified as part of the folk rock and singer/songwriter genres.
Music Video
The music video of "I Might Be Crying" showcases Tikaram performing in a simple, intimate setting, with emphasis on her facial expressions and body language to convey the song's sentiment.
Chart Performance
"I Might Be Crying" did well on the music charts, managing to reach #16 on the UK Singles Chart.
Vocal Performance
Tikaram's vocal performance is notable, with critics praising her deep, rich voice and her ability to imbue the song with palpable emotion.
Songwriting
Like most of her work, the song was written by Tikaram herself, showcasing her ability not only as a singer but also as a songwriter.
Discography Impact
"I Might Be Crying" remains one of Tikaram's most notable songs, despite the mixed critical reception.
Live Performances
The song is often performed live by Tikaram, and it remains a standout of her live repertoire.
Tikaram's Inspiration
While the specific inspirations behind "I Might Be Crying" are not public knowledge, Tikaram is known for drawing on her life experiences and emotions when writing her songs.

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