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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.more »
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I'll never let you seeThe way my broken heart is hurting meI've got my pride and I know how to hideAll the sorrow and painI'll do my crying in the rainIf I wait for cloudy skiesYou won't know the rain from the tears in my eyesYou'll never know that I still love youSo though the heartaches remainI'll do my crying in the rainRaindrops falling from heavenWill never wash away my miseryBut since we're not togetherI'll wait for stormy weatherTo hide these tears I hope you'll never seeSomeday when my crying's doneI'm gonna wear a smile and walk in the sunI may be a foolBut till then, darling, you'll never see me complainI'll do my crying in the rainI'll do my crying in the rainI'll do my crying in the rainI'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
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
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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 PerformanceThough 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 PlacementThe song was released in 1962 when The Everly Brothers were at the height of their popularity. |
Key ThemesThe 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 VersionsIt 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 LyricsThe 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 VersionAlthough Carole King wrote the song, she didn’t record it herself until 1983 for her album "Speeding Time." |
Induction to Hall of FameIn 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 HitDespite 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 ElementsThe 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 InfluenceBoth 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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