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Cry

· by Faith Hill

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Lyrics

If I had just one tear run nin’ (Db)down your cheek, may be I could cope.

May be (Db)I’d get some (Ab)sleep.

If I had just one mo ment at (Db)your ex pense, may be all my mis er y

(Ab)would be well spent,

(Ab)yeah.

Could you (Ab)cry a (Eb)lit tle and (Ab)lie just a (Db)lit tle?

Pre (Ab)tend that you’re (Eb)feel in’ a (Fm)lit tle more (Db)pain?

I (Ab)gave, now I’m (Eb)want in’ (Ab)some thin’ in re (Db)turn.

So, (Ab)cry just a (Eb)lit tle for (Ab)me.

If your love could be (Eb)caged,

hon ey, I would (Db)hold the key and con ceal it (Eb)un der neath the pile of lies you (Db)hand ed me.

And you’d hunt and those lies, they’d be all you’d (Db)ev er find.

That’d be all you’d have to know

for (Ab)me to be fine,

(Ab)yeah.

Can you (Ab)cry a (Eb)lit tle and (Ab)die just a (Db)lit tle?

And (Ab)ba by, I would (Eb)feel just a (Fm)lit tle less (Db)pain.

I (Ab)gave, now I’m (Eb)want in’ (Ab)some thin’ in re (Db)turn.

So, (Ab)cry just a (Eb)lit tle for (Ab)me.

Give it up, (Db)ba by, I hear you’re do in’ (Ebsus)fine.

Noth in’s gon na (Db)save me and I see it in your eyes.

Some kind of (Gb)heart ache com in’, give it a (Dbm)try.

I don’t want (Db)pit y, I just want what is mine,

(Ab)yeah.

Could you (Fm)me,

(Db)yeah.

(Ab)Cry just a (Eb)lit tle for (Fm)me.

Whoa, (Db)whoa, could you (Ab)cry a (Ebsus)lit tle for (Ab)me?

Cry by Faith Hill — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Cry” by Faith Hill in our color-coded kid songbook view — every note is colored by pitch (red C, orange D, yellow E, green F, blue G, purple A, pink B) and the lyrics sit directly under each note, so children can sing along while they play. The song is in the key of Db at 135 BPM, a medium-difficulty arrangement — try slowing the tempo down using the BPM control.

Tips for parents & teachers

Start at 50% tempo using the BPM control. Speed up only when your child can play through without stopping.
Turn on the metronome from the top bar to build steady rhythm.
Use the segmented OFF / C / 1 button to toggle note labels on the staff and keys — kids learn note names faster with letters showing.
Tap a measure number on the timeline to jump to a specific section for repeat practice.

Frequently asked questions

Is "Cry" good for a child learning piano?: Yes — this color-coded arrangement is designed for ages 4-12. Each note is colored by pitch so kids match colors to keys, no music reading required. Lyrics sit under every note for sing-along play.
What age can start with "Cry"?: Children as young as 4 can follow the color-coded notes. By age 6-7 most kids can play through the song themselves with light guidance. Parent help is recommended for the first few sessions.
Do we need a piano teacher to use this?: No — the color-coded format is designed to be self-explanatory. Parents with no music background can supervise. Teachers can also use it as an introductory lesson tool.
Can we print the sheet music?: Yes — tap "Download Sheet Music" above for a free printable PDF with the same color-coded notes that appear on screen.
How many chords does "Cry" use?: Just 9 chords: Ab, Db, Dbm, Dbsus2, Eb, Ebsus4, Fm, Fm7, +1 more. Take it one section at a time.
What other Faith Hill songs work for kids?: Try "THIS KISS", "THE WAY YOU LOVE ME", "BREATHE". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.