Cry Like A Man
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G G D G
Take a look around you, how much longer can you live this way
C G C G C G D
trash on the floor, from weeks before, just gets deeper by the day,
Em D G C Am
cant let go of that foolish pride, you keep it locked up in-side
G C D G
time to face the pain, stand up and cry like a man
G G D G
There's no one left to blame now, she had her reason why she had to go
C G C G C G D
the feelings you hid, the love you couldn't give, kept her from touchin your soul.
Em D G C Am
you got to break down that fortress inside, and surrender to the tears in your eyes,
G C D G
you'll never be free again, til you cry like a man
Em C G C G
Theres no shame in letting teardrops fall,its a good thing it'll be alright
Em G Em C C
a little rain can make the trees grow tall, you've got to be strong,
G D G
so stand up and cry like a man
G G D G
You know shes gone for good now,your love is torn beyond repair
C G C G C G D
theres not a trace of a tear on your face, there ought to be some there
Em D G C Am
those deep emotions you keep in the dark,if you dont let them out there goin to tear up your heart
G C D G
you'll never be free again til you cry like a man
C D G
So Stand Up and Cry Like a Man
How to play Cry Like A Man
Use the controls above to change the key and text size. Follow the highlighted chords while listening, then practice each section slowly before playing at the original tempo.
What is the starting chord?
The first identified chord is G. You can transpose without leaving the page.
Can I play it on guitar or keyboard?
Yes. The chord progression works on acoustic guitar, electric guitar and keyboard. Adapt the voicings to your instrument and level.