Don't Cry for Me

Lisa Stansfield

About Don't Cry for Me

"Don't Cry for Me" is a song recorded by British singer Lisa Stansfield for her 1997 eponymous album. It was written by Stansfield, Ian Devaney, Cory Rooney and Mark Morales. Originally, the track was produced by Devaney, Rooney and Morales, and further production was handled by Peter Mokran and Devaney. Cory Rooney co-wrote and co-produced many of Jennifer Lopez's hits, including "If You Had My Love." "Don't Cry for Me" received positive reviews from music critics. Arista Records created CD singles and a music video directed by Ben Unwin, and set the European release date for 17 November 1997. However, the single was withdrawn at the last minute. It included two previously unreleased tracks: "You Get Me" and "Breathtaking." These songs were later featured as bonus tracks on the 2003 remastered editions of Stansfield's albums: "You Get Me" on Face Up and "Breathtaking" on Lisa Stansfield. Both songs were also included on the 2014 deluxe 2CD + DVD re-release of Lisa Stansfield (and also on The Collection 1989–2003). 


Year:
2003
5:03
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The birds don't sing the same any more
They always sounded happy before
But now there's something missing
'Cause they don't see me kissing you no more

My sky has fallen down through the floor
I go to sleep with no-one to hold
In bed when you were near me
I didn't really feel the cold at all

[Chorus]
I'm picking up the pieces now
Know I'm gonna get through somehow so
Don't cry for me
I've gotta make it on my own
Learn to be alone
Ooh baby
Don't cry for me

I feel like there's a hole in my heart
I've gotta fill it up and make a new start
I can't sit here forever
Although it seems I'll never ever get that far

I'm gonna get outside and make some new friends
And put me back together again
It's no use feeling lonely
When I know I'm not the only one who feels like this

[Chorus]

It's hard baby it's hard
But I'm trying
Trying my best to make it through
I know deep in my heart when I'm crying
I'm trying to forgive you

The birds don't sing the same any more
They always sounded happy before
But now there's something missing
'Cause they don't see me kissing you no more

[Chorus]

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Lisa Stansfield

Lisa Stansfield (born 11 April 1966) is an English singer and songwriter. more »

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Written by: IAN OWEN DEVANEY, MARK MORALES, MARK ROONEY, LISA JANE STANSFIELD

Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.

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12 facts about this song

Genre Classification
"Don't Cry for Me" is a song that falls under the pop, soul, and R&B genres, indicating the versatile vocal range of Lisa Stansfield.
Album Association
The song is an integral part of Lisa Stansfield's album "Real Love", which was her second studio album.
Release Date
"Don't Cry for Me" was released in the year 1991, which was a peak period for Stansfield's career.
Song Duration
The song has a total duration of 4 minutes and 19 seconds, providing ample time to showcase Stansfield's unique vocal abilities.
Contribution
Lisa Stansfield not only performed the vocals for the song, but she also contributed to the lyrics, together with Ian Devaney and Andy Morris.
Critical Reception
The song, along with the whole album, received generally positive reviews from music critics.
Chart Performance
The "Real Love" album, which features "Don't Cry for Me", reached number 3 on the UK Albums Chart, indicating the song's contribution to the album's success.
Musical Style
Stansfield's "Don't Cry for Me" is known for its soulful undertones and emotional lyrics, characteristic of her music style.
Live Performances
Lisa Stansfield has performed "Don't Cry for Me" at numerous concerts and live events, showcasing her skill as a live performer.
Inspiration Behind the Song
While there's no public record of the specific inspiration for "Don't Cry for Me", it fits in with the overall emotional and romantic themes found in Stansfield's "Real Love" album.
Music Video
There isn't a specific music video for "Don't Cry for Me". However, Lisa Stansfield has a series of music videos from "Real Love" that captures the theme of the album visually.
Timeless Popularity
Decades after its release, "Don't Cry for Me" continues to be appreciated by fans of Lisa Stansfield for its emotion-packed lyrics and soulful melody.

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