96 Tears

Questionmark And The Mysterians · 96 Tears [1997]

Too many teardrops for one heart to be cryin

Too many teardrops for one heart to carry on

Youre way on top now since you left me

Youre always laughin way down at me

But watch out now, I'm gonna get there

W'ell be together for just a little while

And then I'm gonna put you way down here

And you'll start cryin ninety-six tears

Cry, cry



And when the sun comes up, I'll be on top

You'll be right down there, lookin up

And I might wave, come up here

But I don't see you wavin now

I'm way down here, wonderin how

I'm gonna get you but I know now

I'll just cry, cry, Ill just cry



Too many teardrops for one heart to be cryin

Too many teardrops for one heart to carry on

Youre gonna cry ninety-six tears

Youre gonna cry ninety-six tears

Youre gonna cry, cry cry cry now

Youre gonna cry, cry, cry, cry

Ninety-six tears

C'mon and lemme hear you cry, now

Ninety-six tears, I wanna hear you cry

Night and day, yeah, all night long

Uh-ninety-six tears, cry cry cry

C'mon baby, let me hear you cry now, all night long

Uh ninety-six tears, yeah c'mon now

Uh-ninety-six tears

96 Tears by Questionmark And The Mysterians

Released in 1966, "96 Tears" stands as a defining rock and roll anthem from the British Invasion era. The track, featuring the iconic opening guitar riff, was recorded by Questionmark And The Mysterians and became their signature hit. Its infectious energy and distinctive sound propelled it to the top of the charts, cementing its place in music history. The song's enduring popularity has led to numerous cover versions and continued use in film and television, ensuring its relevance across generations. As a quintessential example of mid-60s pop-rock, it captures the raw excitement and cultural momentum of the time.