Introduction:
“A Man Who Never Cries” is a song by Alan Jackson released in 2021 as part of his album Where Have You Gone. The track is deeply rooted in the traditional country music genre, featuring a simple arrangement with acoustic guitars and a pedal steel guitar, which creates a melancholic backdrop. The song’s themes revolve around resilience, faith, and the emotional complexity of masculinity. In the lyrics, Jackson touches on the societal expectation that men should be stoic and suppress their emotions while also acknowledging the presence of “happy tears” and the difficulty of expressing one’s feelings openly.
While the song did not achieve mainstream chart success, it was critically acclaimed for its emotional depth and candid exploration of often-overlooked topics in country music. The production, handled by Keith Whitley, complements Jackson’s rich vocals, allowing the narrative to resonate with listeners who may relate to its portrayal of life’s hardships and simple joys. This song is a testament to Jackson’s enduring strength as a storyteller in the country music landscape.
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Lyrics:
“A Man Who Never Cries”
Momma taught us right from wrong
How Jesus loves us allThough they barely did get by
I never saw them cry
They said when things get rough
You gotta pick yourself up
Now, the years have taken me
Down a twisted crazy street
At times I’ve drifted off
The path that I should walk
Jesus helped me through some hard times
My wife and children by my side
I’m not perfect by a long mile
No matter how I try
But I’ve been blessed enough in my life
To make up for any strife
If you look closely deep in my eyes
You might see a few happy tears
From a man who never cries
It’s hard to let my feelings show
The ones I love don’t always know
Like I’m leading my horse blind
To a place that I can’t find
But I know I can’t complain
I’ve seen more sun than I have rain
When I look at where I’ve come
Who I am and what I’ve done, oh I know
Jesus helped me through some hard times
My wife and children by my side
I’m not perfect by a long mile
No matter how I try
But I’ve been blessed enough in my life
To make up for any strife
If you look closely deep in my eyes
You might see a few happy tears
From a man who never cries
Jesus helped me through some hard times
My wife and children by my side
I’m not perfect by a long mile
No matter how I try
But I’ve been blessed enough in my life
To make up for any strife
If you look closely deep in my eyes
You might see a few happy tears
From a man who never cries
From a man who never cries
From a man who never cries