Don't Start Crying Now
Van Morrison · Other Songs - Van Morrison
Don't start cryin' now
You ain't never had to cry baby
Don't start cryin' now
You never did it before
Don't do you know good no how
Cry cry baby, cry cry, all night long
Cry cry baby, cry cry, all night long
You're gonna wake up in the mornin'
And find your good man gone
Well you brag 'bout your woman
Take one look at mine
Well you brag 'bout your woman
A take one look at mine
She's as sweet as any angel
Make-a love most all the time
Cry cry baby, cry cry all night long
Cry cry baby, cry cry all night long
You might wake up in the morning
And find your good man gone
Ooh! (Instrumental)
Well I sent for you yesterday
Here you come walkin' today
Well I sent for you yesterday
Here you come walkin' today
Got you all fired up
And don't know what I said
Cry cry baby, cry cry all night long
Cry cry baby, cry cry all night long
Gonna wake up in the mornin'
Find your good man gone
Well cry cry baby, cry cry all night long
(Well) cry cry baby, cry cry all night long
You're gonna wake up in the mornin'
And find your good man gone
(Instrumental to end)
Don't Start Crying Now
Van Morrison's 1971 track 'Don't Start Crying Now' stands as a cornerstone of his early solo career, blending soulful R&B influences with his signature poetic lyricism. Recorded during a pivotal era when Morrison was transitioning from his band Maddy Prior to establishing a distinct solo identity, the song captures a tender, melancholic atmosphere that resonated deeply with audiences. Its smooth vocal delivery and emotive composition helped define the sound of late 1960s and early 1970s British rock and soul, influencing countless artists who followed. The recording remains a testament to Morrison's ability to weave complex emotional narratives into accessible melodies, cementing its place in his discography as an essential listen for fans of classic rock and soul.