Cry Not for Me
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| "Cry Not for Me" | ||||
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| Single by Patsy Cline | ||||
| B-side | "Yes, I Understand" | |||
| Released | February 23, 1959 | |||
| Recorded | December 13, 1957 | |||
| Studio | Bradley Studios, Nashville, Tennessee | |||
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| Label | Decca | |||
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| Producer | Owen Bradley | |||
| Patsy Cline singles chronology | ||||
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"Cry Not for Me" is a song first recorded by American country singer Patsy Cline. It was composed by Don Hecht and Jack Moon. It was released as a single in early 1959 via Decca Records and was produced by Owen Bradley. It was among a handful of singles released on the Decca label that were unsuccessful for Cline following a major hit in 1957.
In 1957, Patsy Cline reached the top of the country charts and crossed over onto the pop charts with the song "Walkin' After Midnight". Signed to 4 Star Records, her success not be duplicated with the label again.[2] Following a recording session held in January 1959, Decca Records (which leased 4 Star's music) released her next single, which included "Cry Not for Me".[3][4] Although the B-side was recorded in January 1959, "Cry Not for Me" was first cut on December 13, 1957. The session was produced by Owen Bradley and the song was composed by Don Hecht and Jack Moon.[4][5]