About the song
“Crying in the Rain,” a timeless ballad that has resonated with audiences for decades, emerged from a unique and fleeting collaboration between two songwriting luminaries, Carole King and Howard Greenfield. This poignant melody, originally brought to life by the Everly Brothers, has secured its place in music history as a testament to both the power of chance and the enduring appeal of heartfelt songwriting.
Intriguingly, the creation of “Crying in the Rain” was a product of serendipity rather than deliberate intent. Both King and Greenfield were established songwriters working under the same roof at Aldon Music, but their creative paths had never crossed. In a whimsical twist of fate, two songwriting pairs at Aldon decided to swap partners for a day, a spontaneous decision that would ultimately lead to the birth of a classic. Gerry Goffin, King’s usual collaborator, teamed up with Greenfield’s partner, Jack Keller, leaving King and Greenfield to navigate the uncharted territory of a new partnership.
It is a testament to their undeniable talent that despite this impromptu pairing, King and Greenfield managed to craft a song of such depth and emotional resonance. “Crying in the Rain” quickly captured the hearts of listeners, soaring to number six on the US Billboard Hot 100 in 1962. However, as fate would have it, this would be the only song ever written by the duo. While their collaboration was brief, its impact on the music world is undeniable.
The enduring popularity of “Crying in the Rain” can be attributed to its universal themes of heartbreak and longing, expertly conveyed through the evocative lyrics and melody. The song’s ability to connect with listeners on a profound level has solidified its status as a classic, ensuring that its legacy will continue to inspire and comfort generations to come.
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Lyrics
I’ll never let you see
The way my broken heart is hurting me
I’ve got my pride and I know how to hide
All my sorrow and pain
I’ll do my crying in the rain
If I wait for cloudy skies
You won’t know the rain from the tears in my eyes
You’ll never know that I still love you so
Though the heartaches remain
I’ll do my crying in the rain
Raindrop falling from heaven
Could never wash away my misery
But since we’re not together
I look for stormy weather
To hide these tears I hope you’ll never see
Someday when my crying’s done
I’m gonna wear a smile and walk in the sun
I may be a fool but till then darling
You’ll never see me complain
I’ll do my crying in the rain
I’ll do my crying in the rain
I’ll do my crying in the rain