4 the Tears In Your Eyes

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About 4 the Tears In Your Eyes

"4 the Tears in Your Eyes" is a song by Prince and The Revolution. Prince donated this song for the album We Are the World after he decided not to participate in the song "We Are the World". A rare live version of the song, used for Live Aid, was included on the album The Hits/The B-Sides. The song was written, produced and performed by Prince and is one of his most religious songs, speaking of Jesus and his ministry, miracles and crucifixion.


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Long ago, there was a man
Change stone to bread with the touch of his hand
Made the blind see and the dumb understand

He died for the tears in your eyes
Your eyes

Many people came from all around
Hear this man preach, glorious sound
Spoke of man in harmony and love abound

He died for the tears in your eyes
Your eyes

Your eyes
Your, eyes

Died for the tears in your eyes
For the tears in your eyes
And the tears of sorrow
For cents may be all that they're worth
For the rising sun each day assures us
The meek shall inherit the earth
The earth

Faith is a word, we all should try
Describing the man who willingly died
Believe that your hunger, sorrow, and fears 

Is less than the tears in your eyes
Your eyes

Less than the tears in your eyes
For the tears in your eyes
And the tears of sorrow
For cents may be all that they're worth (All they're worth)
For the rising sun each day assures us
The meek shall inherit the earth

Say it again
For the tears in your eyes
And the tears of sorrow
For cents may be all that they're worth (All they're worth)
For the rising sun each day assures us
The meek shall inherit the earth
The earth

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Prince

Prince Rogers Nelson (born June 7, 1958 - found dead in his home April 21, 2016. He died of an accidental overdose of the drug fentanyl), was born in Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States. Known by his mononym Prince, he was an American singer-songwriter, multi-instrumentalist and actor. He produced ten platinum albums and thirty Top 40 singles during his career. He wrote several hundred songs plus produced and recorded his own music for his own music label. Prince had a wide vocal range and was known for his flamboyant stage presence and costumes. His releases sold over 100 million copies worldwide. He won seven Grammy Awards, a Golden Globe, and an Academy Award. He was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2004, the first year he was eligible. Ro… more »

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Written by: Prince Rogers Nelson

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12 facts about this song

Origin
"4 the Tears in Your Eyes" is a song by American musician Prince. It was released in 1985.
Album Background
The song only appeared on Prince’s studio album “Around the World in a Day” as a video. The full version of the song was included on the charity album “We Are the World”, which was created to raise funds for humanitarian aid in Africa.
Recording
The original song was recorded at Prince's home studio in Minnesota in 1985.
Inspiration
"4 the Tears in Your Eyes" was written by Prince as a response to the hunger crisis in Africa, which was the theme of the "We Are The World" album.
Videography
An accompanying music video was also released, which was shot in black and white and showcased Prince’s theatrical style.
Durations
The full-length version of "4 the Tears in Your Eyes" is approximately 3 minutes and 25 seconds long.
Genre and Style
The song falls into the pop and gospel genres. It showcases Prince's versatility as a singer and songwriter.
Live Performance
Prince performed the song live only once during the "LoveSexy" tour in 1988.
Lyrics
The song's lyrics talk about Jesus and carry a strong religious sentiment. Throughout the song, Prince emphasizes the importance of faith and strength during difficult times.
Legacy
Although not as commercially successful as some of Prince's other hits, "4 the Tears in Your Eyes" remains an important part of his discography due to its social message and the context in which it was released.
Re-release
The song was re-released as a part of the posthumous Prince album “One Nite Alone... The Aftershow: It Ain't Over!” in 2002.
Notable Collaboration
The song was part of the "USA for Africa" project, which included well-known artists such as Michael Jackson, Lionel Richie, and Bruce Springsteen.

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