About the Song
She Never Cried In Front Of Me: An Introduction
“She Never Cried In Front Of Me” is a song written by Toby Keith and Bobby Pinson and recorded by American country music artist Toby Keith. It was released in July 2008 as the first single from his album That Don’t Make Me a Bad Guy. The song reached number one on the Billboard Hot Country Songs chart in the United States and number 34 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart.
The song is a ballad about a man who is reflecting on his relationship with a woman who has left him. The song’s narrator describes how the woman was always strong and never cried in front of him, even when she was hurting. The song’s narrator also describes how he misses the woman and regrets letting her go.
“She Never Cried In Front Of Me” is a powerful and moving song about love, loss, and regret. The song’s lyrics are honest and relatable, and Keith’s vocal performance is heartfelt and emotional. The song is a must-listen for fans of country music and anyone who has ever experienced heartbreak.
Toby Keith
Toby Keith is an American country music singer, songwriter, record producer, and actor. He has released 19 studio albums, 2 live albums, 3 compilation albums, and 50 singles. Keith has sold over 40 million albums worldwide and has won numerous awards, including the American Country Music Awards’ Top Male Vocalist award in 2002 and 2003.
Keith is known for his distinctive voice and his rowdy, rebellious image. His songs often deal with themes of patriotism, blue-collar pride, and living life to the fullest. Keith is also a successful businessman, with his own line of clothing, restaurants, and tequila.
Critical reception
“She Never Cried In Front Of Me” received positive reviews from critics. AllMusic’s Stephen Thomas Erlewine called the song a “powerful ballad” and praised Keith’s “impassioned vocal performance.” Billboard magazine’s review of the song was also positive, calling it a “heartfelt and emotional” song that is “a must-listen for fans of country music.”
Commercial performance
“She Never Cried In Front Of Me” was a commercial success. The song reached number one on the Billboard Hot Country Songs chart in the United States and number 34 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart. The song was also certified Gold by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA).
Music video
The music video for “She Never Cried In Front Of Me” was directed by Michael Salomon and premiered in July 2008. The video features Keith singing the song in a variety of settings, including a bar, a rodeo, and a military base. The video also features footage of Keith’s real-life wife, Tricia Lucas.
Legacy
“She Never Cried In Front Of Me” is a powerful and moving song about love, loss, and regret. The song’s lyrics are honest and relatable, and Keith’s vocal performance is heartfelt and emotional. The song is a must-listen for fans of country music and anyone who has ever experienced heartbreak.
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Lyric
It’s 7:35She’s someone else’s wife And I can get on with my life And that thrills me She married him today Her daddy gave the bride away I heard a tear rolled down her face And that kills me ‘Cause now I, can see why She’s finally cryingHow was I supposed to knowShe was slowly letting go If I was putting her through hell Hell, I couldn’t tell She could’ve given me a sign And opened up my eyes How was I supposed to see She never cried in front of meYeah maybe I might’ve changedIt’s hard for me to say But the story’s still the same And it’s a sad one And I’ll always believe If she ever did cry for me They were tears that you can?t see You know the bad ones And now I, can see why She’s finally cryingHow was I supposed to knowShe was slowly letting go If I was putting her through hell Hell, I couldn’t tell She could’ve given me a sign And opened up my eyes How was I supposed to see She never cried in front of meWithout a doubt, I know nowHow it outta be ‘Cause she’s gone and it’s wrong And it bothers me Tomorrow I’ll still be asking myselfHow was I supposed to knowShe was slowly letting go If I was putting her through hell Hell, I couldn’t tell She could’ve given me a sign And opened up my eyes How was I supposed to see She never cried in front of meHow was I supposed to seeShe never cried in front of me Well, I couldn’t tell