You Won't Have To Cry
The Byrds · Complete Album Collection [2011]
Oh you know it makes me sad
To see you feel so bad
But it's happened to you
Many times before
But if you will come with me
Then girl you will see
That you won't have to cry anymore
There's no reason to feel blue
Because of what he says to you
And I wouldn't want
To see you hurt no more
I could never do you wrong
'Cause my love for you's too strong
And you won't have to cry anymore
Oh I saw you there with tears in your eyes
Because he told you so many, many lies
Oh you know it isn't right
To put yourself up tight
By thinking 'bout
The things he's done before
Just trust the love in me
And girl you will see
That you won't have to cry
No you won't have to cry
No you won't have to cry anymore.
To see you feel so bad
But it's happened to you
Many times before
But if you will come with me
Then girl you will see
That you won't have to cry anymore
There's no reason to feel blue
Because of what he says to you
And I wouldn't want
To see you hurt no more
I could never do you wrong
'Cause my love for you's too strong
And you won't have to cry anymore
Oh I saw you there with tears in your eyes
Because he told you so many, many lies
Oh you know it isn't right
To put yourself up tight
By thinking 'bout
The things he's done before
Just trust the love in me
And girl you will see
That you won't have to cry
No you won't have to cry
No you won't have to cry anymore.
You Won't Have To Cry
Released by The Byrds, "You Won't Have To Cry" stands as a poignant song in their catalog of folk-rock and country-influenced recordings. The track exemplifies the band's ability to blend harmonies with narrative storytelling, drawing from the same musical traditions that defined their earlier work with Bob Dylan. With its distinctive vocal arrangement and melodic structure, the song captures the emotional resonance characteristic of the late 1960s era, offering a reflective take on heartbreak and resilience. It remains a notable example of the group's versatility, showcasing their skill in crafting atmospheric soundscapes that resonate with listeners across generations.