Crying In the Rain

The Everly Brothers

About Crying In the Rain

"Crying in the Rain" is a song written by Howard Greenfield and Carole King and originally recorded by The Everly Brothers. The single peaked at #6 on the U. S. pop charts in 1962. The song was the only collaboration between successful songwriters Greenfield (lyrics) and King (music), both of whom worked for Aldon Music at the time of the song's composition. On a whim, two Aldon songwriting partnerships decided to switch partners for a day – Gerry Goffin (who normally worked with King) partnered with Greenfield's frequent writing partner, Jack Keller, leaving King and Greenfield to pair up for the day. Despite the commercial success of their collaboration, King and Greenfield never wrote another song together. 


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2012
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I'll never let you see
The way my broken heart is hurting me
I've got my pride and I know how to hide
All the sorrow and pain
I'll do my crying in the rain

If I wait for cloudy skies
You won't know the rain from the tears in my eyes
You'll never know that I still love you
So though the heartaches remain
I'll do my crying in the rain

Raindrops falling from heaven
Will never wash away my misery
But since we're not together
I'll wait for stormy weather
To hide these tears I hope you'll never see

Someday when my crying's done
I'm gonna wear a smile and walk in the sun
I may be a fool
But till then, darling, you'll never see me complain
I'll do my crying in the rain
I'll do my crying in the rain
I'll do my crying in the rain
I'll do my crying in the rain

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The Everly Brothers

Isaac Donald "Don" Everly (born February 1, 1937) and Phillip "Phil" Everly (born January 19, 1939), together known as the Everly Brothers, are country-influenced rock and roll performers, known for steel-string guitar playing and close harmony singing. The duo was elected to the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1986. more »

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Written by: Carole King, Howard Greenfield

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12 facts about this song

Song Creation
"Crying in the Rain" was written by Carole King and Howard Greenfield. King was well-known for her ability to pen hit songs while Greenfield was a prolific lyricist.
Famous Performance
Though created by King, the song became tremendously well-known as a hit single by The Everly Brothers and was chart-topping upon its release.
Historical Placement
The song was released in 1962 when The Everly Brothers were at the height of their popularity.
Key Themes
The song mentions themes of heartbreak and regret, with the singer taking solace in the rain because it masks his tears.
Chart Performance
"Crying in the Rain" peaked at number 6 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart, confirming its popularity.
Cover Versions
It has also been covered by various other artists, such as Tammy Wynette and Crystal Gayle (country), Art Garfunkel and James Taylor (folk-rock), and many more.
Notable Lyrics
The song's first line "I'll do my crying in the rain," is often quoted as quintessential Everly Brothers material, expressing a deep emotional depth yet maintaining an appealing, pop sensibility.
Carole's Version
Although Carole King wrote the song, she didn’t record it herself until 1983 for her album "Speeding Time."
Induction to Hall of Fame
In acknowledgment of their popularity and long-term influence, the Everly Brothers were inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1986. "Crying in the Rain" is one of their most popular and enduring songs.
Last Top 10 Hit
Despite their continued relevance, "Crying in the Rain" was the last Everly Brothers song to reach the top 10 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart.
Combining Pop and Country Elements
The song represents an early example of pop and country crossover, combining the catchy melodies and relatable emotions of pop music with a simple, folksy narrative typical of country music.
Long-lasting Influence
Both Carole King and the Everly Brothers are still widely respected for their contributions to music. The song "Crying in the Rain" is one of many that reflect their talent for creating timeless, emotionally resonant songs.

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