Cry Cry Cry [Joaquin Phoenix]
Walk the Line Soundtrack · Walk the Line [Soundtrack] [2005]
I think you only live to see the lights of town
I wasted my time when I would try, try, try
Cause when the lights have lost their glow, you're gonna cry, cry, cry
Soon your sugar-daddies will all be gone
You'll wake up some cold day and find you're alone
You'll call for me but I'm gonna tell you: "Bye, bye, bye,"
When I turn around and walk away, you'll cry, cry, cry,
You're gonna cry, cry, cry and you'll cry alone
When everyone's forgotten and you're left on your own
You're gonna cry, cry, cry
I lie awake at night and wait 'til you come in
You stay a little while and then you're gone again
Every question that I ask, I get a lie, lie, lie
For every lie you tell, you're gonna cry, cry, cry
When your fickle little love gets old, no one will care for you
Then you'll come back to me for a little love that's true
I'll tell you no and then you ask me why, why, why?
When I remind you of all of this, you'll cry, cry, cry
You're gonna cry, cry, cry and you'll cry alone,
When everyone's forgotten and you're left on your own
You're gonna cry, cry, cry
Cry Cry Cry [Joaquin Phoenix]
Joaquin Phoenix delivers a soulful interpretation of Johnny Cash's 'Cry Cry Cry' on the 2005 Walk the Line soundtrack. This recording captures the raw emotion of the film's narrative, showcasing Phoenix's ability to embody the legendary country icon. The track stands as a poignant moment within the album, which features performances by Reese Witherspoon and other artists recreating Cash's extensive discography. The song highlights the melancholic depth of Cash's songwriting, translated through Phoenix's distinctive vocal delivery. As part of a celebrated soundtrack that brought Cash's music to a new generation, this performance remains a standout example of cinematic country music. The recording serves as a tribute to Cash's enduring legacy, blending traditional country sounds with the dramatic weight of the film's storytelling.

