You Make the Whole World Cry
Tanita Tikaram
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Young thing - saw it And calls his brother And brother's angry You make the whole world cry You can't tell me I rid my secret You can't own me You make the whole world cry Young thing downing And it maybe hurting And it maybe the best day you ever had And I've gone courting And I'm just chasing But baby, you make the whole world cry Yes, you make the world cry I tell you honestly Yeah, I tell you honestly So we go dancing And you start laughing And I start choosing A room to hide in But I'm not hiding And I'm not running, anymore So it's so good And it's so bad And it's walk To the end of you're so sure of yourself Baby you make the whole world cry Yeah, you make the whole world cry Yeah, you make the whole world cry Yeah, you make the whole world cry, cry, cry, cry Cry, cry, cry, cry, cry, cry, cry, cry
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Written by: TANITA TIKARAM
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10 facts about this song
Origin of the Song"You Make the Whole World Cry" was written and performed by Tanita Tikaram, a British pop/folk singer-songwriter. This soft melodious number was part of her third studio album "Everybody's Angel".
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Release InformationThe song was released in 1991, and it was immensely successful, showcasing unique qualities of songwriter Tanita's melodic and lyrical abilities.
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Album Performance"Everybody's Angel" was a great success in Europe, with "You Make the Whole World Cry" making significant contributions to the album's popularity.
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Artistic CollaborationJennifer Warnes performed the backing vocals on "You Make the Whole World Cry", adding a rich texture to the song.
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LyricsThe lyrics of the song express a sorrow mirrored by the whole world, demonstrating Tikaram's ability to capture complex emotions brilliantly in her songs.
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Personal TouchLike most songs by Tanita Tikaram, "You Make the Whole World Cry" has a deeply personal touch, a characteristic which has earned her a dedicated fan base.
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Musical StyleThe song is known for its distinctive style, blending pop, folk and adult contemporary genres together in a harmonious manner.
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Critical AcclaimThe song was well received critically, with praises often focussed on Tikaram's melancholic tone and mature songwriting skills.
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Commercial Success"You Make the Whole World Cry" helped to consolidate Tanita Tikaram's position as a commercial success in the early 1990s.
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Long-lasting ImpactDespite being released about three decades ago, "You Make the Whole World Cry" remains relevant and memorable in contemporary music discussions, indicating Tanita Tikaram's enduring influence in the music industry.
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