Tears On My Pillow
Mya · Fear of Flying
Now it's official
You're out of my life
Too many tears I've cried
I'm leaving the moments
Behind on the shelf
Believing in you
Was hard for myself
All your apologizes
Outside the door
I can't waste my time on you anymore
I've fallen much deeper than this before
[Chorus]
There's no tears on my pillow
No room for crying
No tears on my pillow
I left them behind
And I found me a better place
Somewhere inside
And I know I won't cry these tears any more
Can't say I'm selfish
I trust in my heart
I know what I want
And it tears you apart
Don't worry about me
Thinking of you
My days are filled
With too much to do
The whole world is waiting
For me to explore
I can't waste my time on you anymore
I've fallen much deeper than this before
[Chorus]
No regrets, no sadness
You're not the first and you're not the last man
Somehow you had me trapped in your web
But it won't be raining
When I hang my head down, oh
No tears on my pillow
I left them behind
And I found me a better place
Somewhere inside
And I know I won't cry these tears
Won't cry these tears anymore, ooh
Tears on my pillow, ooh
No more tears on my pillow, oh
Tears On My Pillow
Released on Mya's 1999 album Fear of Flying, Tears On My Pillow stands as a defining track of the late nineties R&B and neo-soul movement. The song features a smooth, emotive vocal performance that blends soulful melodies with contemporary hip-hop influences, characteristic of Mya's signature sound during her peak. It was produced by the duo The Neptunes, contributing to the polished, radio-friendly production style that dominated the era. The track explores themes of heartbreak and vulnerability, resonating deeply with listeners seeking authentic emotional expression within the genre. As a staple of Mya's discography, it remains a significant example of the fusion of R&B and hip-hop that defined the late 90s and early 2000s.