I Don't Wanna Cry
Larry Gatlin
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I don't wanna cry this early this mornin' But cry I will if you go through with me, with me alone I don't wanna cry this early this mornin' So lay back down and love me and leave the leavin' till later on I don't wanna think about tomorrow Lord knows, I got my hands full just worryin' about today If it's true that God sees every sparrow when it falls I hope He'll see me fallin' if you up and walk away 'Cause I don't wanna cry this early this mornin' But cry I will if you go through with me, with me alone I don't wanna cry this early this mornin' So lay back down and love me and leave the leavin' till later on So lay back down and love me and leave the leavin' till later on I don't wanna cry
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Written by: LARRY GATLIN
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
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10 facts about this song
Genre Classification"I Don't Wanna Cry" by Larry Gatlin falls under the genre of Country music, a style rooted in the folk music of the southern United States.
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Album InformationThe song is from the album “Rain Rainbow,” released in 1981.
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Billboard Rankings"I Don't Wanna Cry" reached the top 40 on the Billboard Country chart.
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Songwriter DetailsLarry Gatlin himself is the writer of the song "I Don't Wanna Cry." Gatlin is well known for his songwriting skills, particularly in the country genre.
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Larry Gatlin and The Gatlin BrothersEven though "I Don't Wanna Cry" is credited solely to Larry Gatlin, his siblings frequently performed as "Larry Gatlin & the Gatlin Brothers," marking a key collaboration in his music career.
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Grammy AwardsWhile "I Don't Wanna Cry" itself did not win a Grammy, Larry Gatlin is a Grammy award-winning artist.
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Song Theme"I Don't Wanna Cry" is a classic country ballad, showcasing themes of love and heartbreak common in this genre.
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Voice RangeIn the song, Larry Gatlin employs his tenor vocal range, known for its warm tone that adds emotional depth to the lyrics.
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Live Performances"I Don't Wanna Cry" has been performed live at various venues and country music events, adding to Gatlin's reputation as an emotive live performer.
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Ongoing InfluenceMany years post its release, "I Don't Wanna Cry" is still revered as a beautiful country song, and Larry Gatlin's music continues to inspire new generations of country artists.
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