I Don't Wanna Cry
Mariah Carey · Mariah Carey
Once again we sit in silence
After all is said and done
Only emptiness inside us
Baby, look what we've become
We can make a million promises
but we still won't change
It isn't right to stay together
When you only bring each other pain
I don't wanna cry
don't wanna cry
Nothing in the world
could take us back
to where we used to be
though I've give you my heart and soul
I must find a way of letting go'
Cause baby, I don't wanna cry
Too far apart to bridge the distance
but something keeps us hanging on and on
Pretending not to know the difference
Denying what we had is gone
every moment we're together
It's just breaking me down
I know we swore it was forever
But it hurts too much to stay around
I don't wanna cry
don't wanna cry
Nothing in the world
could take us back
to where we used to be
though I've give you my heart and soul
I must find a way of letting go'
Cause baby, I don't wanna cry
all the magic's gone
There's just a shadow of a memory
Something just went wrong
We can't go on make believing
I don't wanna cry
don't wanna cry
Nothing in the world
could take us back
to where we used to be
though I've give you my heart and soul
I must find a way of letting go'
Cause baby, I don't wanna cry
After all is said and done
Only emptiness inside us
Baby, look what we've become
We can make a million promises
but we still won't change
It isn't right to stay together
When you only bring each other pain
I don't wanna cry
don't wanna cry
Nothing in the world
could take us back
to where we used to be
though I've give you my heart and soul
I must find a way of letting go'
Cause baby, I don't wanna cry
Too far apart to bridge the distance
but something keeps us hanging on and on
Pretending not to know the difference
Denying what we had is gone
every moment we're together
It's just breaking me down
I know we swore it was forever
But it hurts too much to stay around
I don't wanna cry
don't wanna cry
Nothing in the world
could take us back
to where we used to be
though I've give you my heart and soul
I must find a way of letting go'
Cause baby, I don't wanna cry
all the magic's gone
There's just a shadow of a memory
Something just went wrong
We can't go on make believing
I don't wanna cry
don't wanna cry
Nothing in the world
could take us back
to where we used to be
though I've give you my heart and soul
I must find a way of letting go'
Cause baby, I don't wanna cry
I Don't Wanna Cry
Mariah Carey's 'I Don't Wanna Cry' stands as a defining track from her 1993 self-titled debut album, showcasing her signature melismatic vocal style and emotional depth. Released during the height of her early career, the song blends R&B and pop sensibilities with a poignant narrative about resisting tears and maintaining composure in the face of heartbreak. The recording features Carey's powerful high notes and intricate runs, establishing her reputation as a vocal powerhouse. As a cornerstone of her discography, the track exemplifies the polished production and lush arrangements characteristic of early 90s pop music, resonating with listeners seeking both musical sophistication and genuine emotional expression.