I Wanna Make You Cry
Jeff Bates
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How long has it been? How long have you held it in? And how long will you wait Before you let somebody take your breath away Again? I want to be the one who turns you on Makes love til the lonely's gone Be the man you've dreamed of all your life I swear I'll make it last until Tears of joy come pourin' from your eyes I want to make you cry Tell me what to do And I'll do what you want me to 'Cause darlin, I believe That I have fallen hopelessly and helplessly For you I want to be the one who turns you on Makes love til the lonely's gone Be the man you've dreamed of all your life I swear I'll make it last until Tears of joy come pourin' from your eyes I want to make you cry I swear I'll make it last until Tears of joy come pourin' from your eyes I want to make you cry I want to make you cry
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Written by: JEFF BATES, JEFFREY WAYNE BATES, KENNY BEARD
Lyrics © Round Hill Music Big Loud Songs, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
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10 facts about this song
Artist Background"I Wanna Make You Cry" is a song by country music artist Jeff Bates. Bates is a Mississippi-born country singer known for his powerful vocals, reminiscent of Conway Twitty and Elvis Presley.
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Chart PerformanceThe song was a success on Billboard's Hot Country Songs charts, peaking at number 23 in 2003.
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Album Inclusion"I Wanna Make You Cry" is included in Jeff Bates' debut album, "Rainbow Man" which was released under RCA Records in 2003.
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Song ThemeContrary to what the title might suggest, "I Wanna Make You Cry" is actually a love song. The lyrics suggest that Bates wants to bring his loved one to tears with the depth of his love and affection.
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Music VideoThe song's music video was directed by Eric Welch, a well-respected director in the music industry.
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Songwriters"I Wanna Make You Cry" was written by Jeff Bates and Kenny Beard. Beard is also a notable songwriter in country music, producing hits for other artists such as Trace Adkins and Aaron Tippin.
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Unique Approach to LoveThis song approaches love and affection differently than most conventional love songs. Instead of simply professing his love, Bates sings about wanting to move his loved one to tears with the depth, sincerity, and intensity of his emotions.
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Connection with FansBates often performs "I Wanna Make You Cry" during his concerts and the song has been highly praised by fans for its heartfelt lyrics and passionate delivery.
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ProductionThe song was produced by David Malloy, who has worked with other famous country music stars, like Eddie Rabbitt and Julianne Hough.
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PopularityEven though it was released in the early 2000s, "I Wanna Make You Cry" continues to be one of Bates' most popular songs among fans.
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