Don't Cry
Asia
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Hard times you had before you I knew when I first saw you You girl you've always been mistreated, cheated So leave it all behind you It took so long to find you I know that we can last forever Ever and more, more, oh Don't cry now that I've found you Don't cry take a look around you Don't cry it took so long to find you Do what you want, But little darlin', please Don't cry I knew I'd never doubt it I was so sure about it Don't think all that's been before I'll hear you when you're calling I'll catch you when you're falling Don't worry I will always be there Like never before, or, oh
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Written by: JOHN KENNETH WETTON, GEOFF DOWNES
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
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14 facts about this song
Release Date• "Don't Cry" by Asia was released on June 15, 1983.
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Album• The track is from "Alpha," Asia's second studio album.
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Genre• The song is categorized as Progressive Rock, Art Rock
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Chart Performance• "Don't Cry" peaked at number 10 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart in the United States.
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Band Members• During the time of the song's creation, Asia consisted of band members John Wetton, Geoff Downes, Steve Howe, and Carl Palmer.
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Songwriting Credits• "Don't Cry" was written by band members John Wetton and Geoff Downes.
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MTV• The music video for "Don't Cry" received considerable airplay on MTV, a relatively new channel during the song's release.
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Reception• It was one of the band's most successful singles and remains one of the highlights of their discography.
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Album Reception• Although "Alpha" was panned by critics, "Don't Cry" received favorable reviews.
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Music Video• The music video for "Don't Cry" was directed by Godley & Creme, known for their innovative videos during the 1980s.
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Live Performances• Despite variable band line-ups over the years, "Don't Cry" has often remained a staple in Asia's live performances.
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Billboard Adult Contemporary Chart• The track also reached number 9 on the Billboard Adult Contemporary chart.
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Legacy• "Don't Cry" is still remembered as a classic rock staple, often played on classic rock radios.
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The Song's Theme• The song's theme, encapsulated in its title, is about overcoming challenges and pushing through adversity.
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