Someone's Gotta Cry
Jean Shepard · The Melody Ranch Girl [Bear Family (Germany)] [1996]
Someone's gotta cry when love is over
And as you leave it's very plain to see
You're not about to cry for you're in love again
But someone's gotta cry and that leaves me.
There's very little left to say the goodbyes have been said
But anytime a true love dies a few tears must be shed
Someone's gotta cry that makes it final
And in her arms is where you wanna be
You smile at her she smiles at you you're happy
But someone's gotta cry and that leaves me.
--- Instrumental ---
There's very little left to say the goodbyes have been said
But anytime a true love dies a few tears must be shed
Someone's gotta cry that makes it final
And in her arms is where you wanna be
You smile at her she smiles at you you're happy
But someone's gotta cry and that leaves me.
Someone's Gotta Cry
Jean Shepard's "Someone's Gotta Cry" stands as a poignant example of her work within the folk-rock genre, characterized by acoustic storytelling and emotive delivery. Recorded for the album *The Melody Ranch Girl*, the track exemplifies Shepard's ability to blend traditional folk structures with the atmospheric depth of her era. The song reflects the introspective nature of her discography, focusing on themes of emotional vulnerability and the human condition. As part of her broader catalog, this recording showcases her commitment to authentic vocal performance and lyrical clarity, resonating with listeners who appreciate the raw, unpolished aesthetic of mid-to-late 20th-century folk music.