I Cried a Tear

LaVern Baker

About I Cried a Tear

"I Cried a Tear" is a song by American singer LaVern Baker. It peaked at number two on the Billboard R&B chart in 1959 and also peaked at number six on the pop chart. This single is Baker's biggest chart hit. King Curtis played the saxophone in this record.


Year:
1991
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I cried  a tear because of you
I cried a tear because we're through
I cried a tear what else could I do
But cry and sigh for love of you

I felt a tear fall in my heart
You fooled me so I wasn't smart
I can't believe that we must part
Come back to stay let's make a new start

I cried a tear because of you
I cried a tear because we're through
Please make my dream of you come true
Don't make me cry a tear for you
Don't make me cry a tear for you

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LaVern Baker

LaVern Baker (November 11, 1929 – March 10, 1997) was an American rhythm and blues singer, who had several hit records on the pop chart in the 1950s and early 1960s. Her most successful records were "Tweedlee Dee" (1955), "Jim Dandy" (1956), and "I Cried a Tear" (1958). more »

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Written by: FRED JAY, ALFRED C. JULIA

Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.

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12 facts about this song

Release date
"I Cried a Tear" by LaVern Baker was released in October 1958.
Chart success
It reached number two on Billboard's R&B chart and number six on its Pop chart.
Song length
The song has a duration of 2 minutes and 38 seconds, a typical length for pop songs of that period.
Origin of songwriter
The song was composed by Al Julia, a Canadian songwriter known for his contributions to popular music in the 1950s.
Genre
"I Cried a Tear" is classified as pop and R&B.
Cover versions
Several other artists have covered the song, including American singer Aretha Franklin and British rock band, The Beatles during their early Hamburg street performances.
Label
"I Cried a Tear" was released under the Atlantic Records label, known for producing numerous hit R&B and pop songs during the mid-20th century.
Backing group
The song features a backing group, The Gliders.
Singer's Career Impact
The song is considered one of LaVern Baker's most popular tracks, and was instrumental in cementing her fame during the 1950s and 1960s.
Success in the UK
"I Cried a Tear" also became a top twenty hit in the United Kingdom, peaking at number thirteen.
Style
The song showcases Baker's powerful and soulful vocals along with the characteristic R&B band ensemble of the era, featuring piano, guitar, bass, drums, and brass section.
Accolades
In 2001 "I Cried a Tear" was inducted into the Grammy Hall of Fame, an award established in 1973 to honor recordings that are at least twenty-five years old and that have "qualitative or historical significance".

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