When the Children Cry

White Lion

About When the Children Cry

"When the Children Cry" is a song performed by the rock band White Lion. It is the third single and 10th and final track on their 1987 album Pride. The power ballad peaked at #3 on the Billboard Hot 100, #7 on the Mainstream Rock Tracks and #88 in the UK in early 1989. The song was also re-recorded in 1999 on the album Remembering White Lion (also released as "Last Roar" in 2004). A live version was released on the album Rocking the USA. The re-recorded and live versions were both released as promo singles and later on iTunes. In 2004, an acoustic version of "When the Children Cry" was included on the "VH1 Classic Metal Mania: Stripped" compilation. In early 2003, just before the beginning of the Iraq War, it was covered by Christian indie rock group Seventh Day Slumber. In 2008, the song was sampled by Sabac Red on "As Children Cry". 


Year:
1992
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Little child dry your crying eyes
How can I explain the fear you feel inside
'Cause you were born into this evil world
Where man is killing man and no one knows just why
What have we become just look what we have done
All that we destroyed you must build again

When the children cry let them know we tried
'Cause when the children sing then the new world begins

Little child you must show the way
To a better day for all the young
'Cause you were born for all the world to see 
That we all can live with love and peace
No more presidents and all the wars will end
One united world under God

When the children cry let them know we tried
'Cause when the children sing then the new world begins

What have we become just look what we have done
All that we destroyed you must build again
No more presidents and all the wars will end
One united world under God

When the children cry let them know we tried
When the children fight let them know it ain't right
When the children pray let them know the way
'Cause when the children sing then the new world begins

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White Lion

White Lion is an American/Danish hard rock/heavy metal band that was formed in New York City in 1983 by Danish vocalist Mike Tramp and American guitarist Vito Bratta. Mainly active in the 1980s and early 1990s, releasing their debut album Fight to Survive in 1985. The band achieved success with their No. 8 hit "Wait" and No. 3 hit "When the Children Cry" from their second album, the double platinum selling Pride. The band continued their success with their third album, Big Game which achieved Gold status and their fourth album Mane Attraction which included a supporting tour. White Lion disbanded in 1992 and not long after their first compilation album, The Best of White Lion was released. more »

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Written by: VITO BRATTA, MIKE TRAMP

Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.

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10 facts about this song

Song's Original Artist
"When the Children Cry" is technically a power ballad originally performed by the rock band "White Lion."
The song's Release
Released in 1987, "When the Children Cry" is one of White Lion's most famous songs and was part of their second album "Pride."
Chart Performance
"When the Children Cry" reached number 3 on the U.S Hot 100 and number 2 on the US Rock charts, cementing its status as a significant hit during the late 80s.
Song Theme
The song, "When the Children Cry," primarily emphasizes peace, indicating that the world will become a better place if the cycle of violence and war is broken.
Cover Version
The Christian rock band "Seventh Day Slumber" covered "When the Children Cry" in their 2005 album "Once Upon a Shattered Life."
Record Label
The original song was released by Atlantic Records, which is one of the big three recording companies and a significant player in the production of rock genre music.
Influence and Impact
Despite being more of a soft rock ballad, "When the Children Cry" is regarded as a classic song that has influenced many musicians and has been covered by different artists around the world.
Music Video
The music video for “When the Children Cry'' by White Lion features the band's lead vocalist and guitarist, Mike Tramp, and Vito Bratta performing in an outdoor setting, contributing to the peaceful and contemplative mood of the song.
Song's Duration
The original track by White Lion is approximately 4 minutes long, which is standard for songs in the rock music genre.
Songwriting Credits
"When the Children Cry" was written by lead vocalist Mike Tramp and lead guitarist Vito Bratta of White Lion.

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