Crying
Roy Orbison, k.d. lang
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Written by: Joe Melson, Roy Orbison
Lyrics © Orbi-Lee Music, Barbara Orbison Music Company, BMG Rights Management, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, R-Key Darkus
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10 facts about this song
Release Information"Crying" is a ballad that was written and recorded by American singer-songwriter Roy Orbison. It was originally released in 1961 and became a major international hit.
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Chart PerformanceThe song peaked at number two on the Billboard Hot 100 and reached number one on the Cashbox music charts. In the UK, it hit number one on the UK Singles Chart.
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Duets and CoversFamous covers of "Crying" included versions by Jay and the Americans, Don McLean, and Rebekah Del Rio. Orbison later re-recorded the song as a duet with k.d. lang in 1987 for the film "Hiding Out". This version won the Grammy Award for Best Country Collaboration with Vocals.
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Musical Characteristics"Crying" is known for its heartbreaking lyrics and Orbison's powerful, operatic vocal performance. The song includes a dramatic build to a climactic high note that Orbison hits near the end.
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Legacy of the SongThe song cemented Orbison's reputation as a master of complex, emotional ballads. In 2002, "Crying" was honored by the Grammy Hall of Fame and is also ranked on Rolling Stone's list of "500 Greatest Songs of All Time".
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Personal ConnectionOrbison once revealed in an interview that he wrote "Crying" over a period of six months while he attempted to deal with a painful breakup.
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Awards and RecognitionIn 2001, the song was recognized by the National Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences with an induction into the Grammy Hall of Fame.
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Presence in Popular CultureThe song’s haunting melody and heartbreaking theme has made it a popular choice in various films and TV shows including Mulholland Drive, Only Yesterday, and The Handmaid’s Tale.
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Notable PerformancesOne of Orbison's most notable performances of "Crying" was during his televised 1988 comeback concert, known as Roy Orbison and Friends: A Black-and-White Night, where he was joined by several other famous musicians including Bruce Springsteen and Tom Waits.
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Creative ContributionThe song was co-written by Roy Orbison with Joe Melson, a regular collaborator who also co-wrote other major hits like "Only the Lonely".
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