Pretty When You Cry
Lana Del Rey · Ultraviolence [Deluxe] [2014]
Shine for you, my love.
Am I that girl that you dream of?
All those little times,
You said that I'm your girl,
You make me feel like your whole world.
I'll wait for you, babe,
It's all I do, babe,
Don't come through, babe,
You never do.
'Cause I'm pretty when I cry.
I'm pretty when I cry.
I'm pretty when I cry.
I'm pretty when I cry.
All those special times,
I spent with you, my love,
It don't mean shit compared to all your drugs.
But I don't really mind;
I've got much more than that.
Like my memories, I don't need that.
I'll wait for you, babe,
Don't come though, babe,
You never do, babe,
That's just what you do.
'Cause I'm pretty when I cry.
I'm pretty when I cry.
I'm pretty when I cry.
I'm pretty when I cry.
Don't say you need me when,
You leave and you leave again.
I'm stronger than all my men,
Except for you.
Don't say you need me here,
You leave us, you're leaving,
And I can't do it, I can't do it,
But you do it well.
'Cause I'm pretty when I cry.
I'm pretty when I cry.
Pretty when I cry.
I'm pretty when I cry.
Pretty when I cry.
I'm pretty when I cry.
I'm pretty when I cry.
I'm pretty when I cry.
Pretty When You Cry
Lana Del Rey's 'Pretty When You Cry' from the 2014 album 'Ultraviolence' stands as a defining track of her cinematic pop sound. The song blends her signature melancholic vocals with lush orchestral arrangements, capturing the emotional vulnerability characteristic of her work. Released during a pivotal era in her career, the recording exemplifies the dreamy, retro-futuristic aesthetic that became central to her discography. It serves as a poignant exploration of heartbreak and self-reflection, resonating deeply with fans who appreciate her ability to weave personal narrative with atmospheric production. The track remains a staple of her catalog, illustrating her unique ability to transform pop structures into evocative storytelling.