Boys Don't Cry
The Cure
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I would say I'm sorry If I thought that it would change your mind But I know that this time I have said too much Been too unkind I try to laugh about it Cover it all up with lies I try and laugh about it Hiding the tears in my eyes Because boys don't cry Boys don't cry I would break down at your feet And beg forgiveness Plead with you But I know that it's too late And now there's nothing I can do So I try to laugh about it Cover it all up with lies I try to laugh about it Hiding the tears in my eyes Because boys don't cry I would tell you That I loved you If I thought that you would stay But I know that it's no use That you've already Gone away Misjudged your limit Pushed you too far Took you for granted I thought that you needed me more Now I would do most anything To get you back by my side But I just keep on laughing Hiding the tears in my eyes Because boys don't cry Boys don't cry Boys don't cry
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Written by: Laurence Andrew Tolhurst, Michael Stephen Dempsey, Robert James Smith
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
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12 facts about this song
Song's Notability"Boys Don't Cry" is one of the most popular and recognizable songs from The Cure, an English rock band that originated in the late 70s.
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Release DateThe song was originally released as a standalone single in the UK in June 1979, following the release of the band’s debut album "Three Imaginary Boys."
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Album InclusionThe track was later included in the American release of The Cure’s debut album, titled "Boys Don’t Cry."
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Song ThemeThe song’s lyrics speak of a man who is attempting to hide his emotional depth and his sorrow from a failed relationship behind a facade of masculinity.
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Song TitleThe song's title, "Boys Don't Cry," comes from a commonly perpetuated stereotype about male stoicism.
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Music VersionsThe song has had several versions throughout the years. One of the most well-known is the new voice/new mix, which The Cure recorded in 1986 for their compilation album "Standing on a Beach."
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Chart SuccessDespite its popularity, "Boys Don’t Cry" didn’t chart in the UK when it was first released.
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Cultural ImpactIt has since become one of the band’s signature songs and has been covered by many artists. It became a cultural reference point for its stance on masculinity.
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Music VideoThe song's music video was directed by Tim Pope, who has worked extensively with The Cure throughout their career.
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Song's Influence"Boys Don't Cry" is widely considered to be a genre-defining song of the post-punk and new wave period.
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RecognitionIn 2019, for the song's 40th anniversary, it was recognized by the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame as one of The Cure's standout songs.
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Live PerformancesThe song remains a staple in The Cure’s live performances to this day and is an important part of their discography.
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