I Couldn't Keep from Crying
Marty Robbins
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I saw you walking by his side Heard you whisper all those lies And I couldn't keep from crying You sang him love songs tenderly Just the way you sang to me And I couldn't keep from crying Saw you capture all his charms As you nestled in his arms With his pretty words and ways In your heart he took my place I stood and watched him steal a kiss From two lips I know I'll miss And I couldn't keep from crying.
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10 facts about this song
Song Identity"I Couldn't Keep From Crying" is a classic country ballad by American country and western singer Marty Robbins.
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Release InformationThe song was released in 1953. It marked one of Robbins' earliest entries into the world of recorded music.
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Chart PerformanceDespite its early release in Robbins' career, "I Couldn't Keep From Crying" managed to perform well on charts, with it reaching Number 5 on the US Country chart.
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Record LabelThe song was released under the Columbia Records, the label which Robbins would stay with for the vast majority of his career.
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Album"I Couldn't Keep From Crying" was also included in Robbins' album "Marty Robbins", released in 1958.
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Fame IndicationThe song was one of Robbins' first singles to hit the Billboard Country chart, a clear indication of the fame he would eventually achieve.
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Song InspirationMarty Robbins was known for writing songs inspired by his own life, although it's not specifically known if "I Couldn't Keep From Crying" is autobiographical. Regardless, many listeners have found its lyrics relatable.
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LegacyRobbins' successful recording of "I Couldn't Keep From Crying" helped to lay the foundation for the blend of country and pop music that became his signature style.
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Overall ReceptionAlthough the song is not as well-known as some of his later hits like "El Paso", "I Couldn't Keep From Crying" is still recognized as a classic Marty Robbins song and continues to be enjoyed by country music fans today.
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Cover VersionsWhile no major artist has covered "I Couldn't Keep From Crying", the song is a staple for many bands and musicians in live performances due to its timeless lyrical content and melody.
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