Cry Me A River
Elaine Paige · Other Songs - Elaine Paige
Now you say you're lonely
You cry the long night thro'
Well you can cry me a river
Cry me a river
I cried a river over you
Now you say you're sorry
For bein' so untrue
Well you can cry me a river
Cry me a river
I cried a river over you
You drove me nearly drove me
Out of my head
While you never shed a tear
Remember? I remember all that you said
Told me love was too plebian
Told me you were thro' with me, an'
Now you say you love me
Well just to prove you do
Come on an' cry me a river
Cry me a river
I cried a river over you
You drove me nearly drove me
Out of my head
While you never shed a tear
Remember? I remember all that you said
Told me love was too plebian
Told me you were thru with me, an'
Now you say you love me
Well just to prove you do
Come on an' cry me a river
Cry me a river
I cried a river over you
Cry Me A River - Elaine Paige
Elaine Paige's 1994 recording of 'Cry Me A River' stands as a definitive interpretation of the classic song, blending her distinctive vocal style with a lush, orchestral arrangement. Originally popularized by Frank Sinatra, the track was reimagined here with a sophisticated pop sensibility that highlighted Paige's emotive delivery and technical prowess. The recording became a significant hit in the United Kingdom, where it reached the top of the charts, showcasing Paige's ability to reinvent standards for a modern audience while maintaining the song's emotional core. Her version is widely regarded as one of the most successful cover renditions of the piece, cementing her status as a leading figure in British pop music during the mid-1990s.