Released: 2019
Right off the bat, “Cry” by Cigarettes After Sex is a raw confession of a flawed character, incapable of sustaining a faithful relationship. It’s a tune that paints the heart-wrenching truths of non-commitment, and the resulting pain it inflicts.
Starting with “It’s making you cry every time you give your love to me this way”, we get a glimpse into the lead singer’s account of how his partner’s love is far more complicated for him than it seems. Here, crying signifies the pain his partner endures when expressing their love towards him.
The recurring lines “…But I need to tell you something, My heart just can’t be faithful for long, I swear I’ll only make you cry” serve as a harsh confession straight from the singer about his inability to stay faithful. It’s his open admission that he’ll eventually cause his lover pain, due to his inconsistency in being devoted.
When the singer says “Maybe I’d change for you someday, but I can’t help the way I feel”, there’s a glimmer of hope, but it’s quickly smothered by his commitment issues. If anything, this song is a testament to the honest, albeit brutal reality of people who struggle with faithfulness in relationships, causing inevitable hurt to their significant others.
Overall, “Cry” by Cigarettes After Sex serves as a melancholic reminder that not everyone is capable of maintaining a committed relationship, and the brutal truth of it can lead to a lot of heartbreak.
