Don't Cry Baby

Nat King Cole · Other Songs - Nat King Cole

Don't cry, don't cry baby

Don't cry baby

Dry your eyes, and let's be sweethearts again

And oh, cause you know

You know I didn't mean

To ever treat you so mean

C'mon, c'mon sweetheart

And let's try it over again

And oh, don't cry

Don't cry baby

Don't cry, don't cry

Dry your eyes, and let's be sweethearts again

And oh, cause you know I didn't mean

To ever treat you so mean

C'mon, c'mon sweetheart

And let's try it over again

Don't cry, don't cry baby

Don't cry baby

Dry your eyes, and let's be sweethearts again

And oh, cause you know

You know I didn't mean

To ever treat you so mean

C'mon, c'mon sweetheart

And let's try it over again

And oh, don't cry

Don't cry baby

Don't cry, don't cry

Dry your eyes, and let's be sweethearts again

And oh, cause you know I didn't mean

To ever treat you so mean

C'mon, c'mon sweetheart

And let's try it over again

Don't Cry Baby - Nat King Cole

Nat King Cole's 1959 recording of 'Don't Cry Baby' stands as a definitive example of mid-century jazz-pop balladry. The track showcases Cole's signature smooth vocal style, characterized by a warm, baritone tone and intricate phrasing that blended R&B sensibilities with classical piano arrangements. Originally written by Otis Blackwell and Willie Dixon, the song became a staple of Cole's discography, appearing on various compilations and live performances throughout the late 1950s and 1960s. Its enduring appeal lies in its emotional depth and the seamless integration of Cole's piano playing with his singing, creating a timeless standard that influenced countless subsequent artists in the jazz and pop genres.