I Don't Want To Cry
Mariah Carey · Other Songs - Mariah Carey
Once again we sit in silence
After all is said and done
Only emptiness inside us
Baby, look what we've become
(Oh)
We can make a million promises
But we still won't change
It isn't right to stay together
When you only bring each other pain
I don't wanna cry
Don't wanna cry
Nothing in the world
Could take us back
To where we used to be
Though I've give you my heart and soul
(Given you my heart and soul)
I must find a way of letting go
'Cause baby
I don't wanna cry
I don't wanna cry
Hey
Too far apart to bridge the distance
But something keeps us hanging on and on
Pretending not to know the difference
Denying what we had is gone
Every moment we're together
It's just breaking me down
I know we swore it was forever
But it hurts too much to stay around
I don't wanna cry
Don't wanna cry
Nothing in the world
Could take us back
To where we used to be
Though I've give you my heart and soul
(Given you my heart and soul)
I must find a way of letting go
'Cause baby
I don't wanna cry
Uh, I don't wanna cry
No
All the magic's gone
There's just a shadow of a memory
Something just went wrong
We can't go on make believing
I don't wanna cry
Don't wanna cry
Nothing in the world
Could take us back
To where we used to be
Though I've give you my heart and soul
(Given you my heart and soul)
I must find a way of letting go
'Cause baby
I don't wanna cry
I Don't Want To Cry
Mariah Carey's 'I Don't Want To Cry' stands as a poignant testament to her mastery of melodic pop and R&B. Released during a period where she balanced commercial success with artistic vulnerability, the track showcases her signature vocal range and emotive delivery. The song explores themes of heartbreak and emotional resilience, reflecting a style consistent with her broader discography that blends soulful instrumentation with polished production. As a standalone recording, it highlights her ability to craft songs that resonate deeply with listeners, serving as a bridge between her earlier balladry and her more experimental work in the 1990s. The composition remains a staple in her catalog, celebrated for its lyrical honesty and melodic sophistication.
