Crying for Love
Jan Howard · Evil on Your Mind [Decca] [1966]
Show that special someone you're worthy of his love
Or then someday you may be someone just like me
Who is crying crying for love that used to be.
You must learn to give as well as receive
Show him how much you care and never never decieve
For once I had a love just made for me
But I I was so foolish I just couldn't see.
So today look at me
Someone you don't want to be
Who is crying, crying for love
That used to be crying for love that used to be...
Crying for Love
Jan Howard's "Crying for Love" stands as a poignant song in her mid-1960s discography, appearing on the 1966 Decca album Evil on Your Mind. During this era, Howard solidified her reputation as a versatile country vocalist capable of navigating both upbeat rhythms and deep emotional territory. This recording captures her signature ability to convey vulnerability, fitting seamlessly into the traditional country sound that defined her career throughout the sixties. While she would later explore different labels and styles, her work during this Decca period remains a crucial chapter in her extensive body of recordings. The song reflects the classic songwriting and production values of the time, showcasing Howard's enduring presence in the genre without relying on fleeting trends.