I Don't Wanna Cry

Mariah Carey · 1991

8 min · 2 tracks · contemporary R&B · hip-hop · soul

Soulful melodies and emotional delivery intertwine with contemporary R&B textures to create a heartfelt listening experience.

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I Don't Wanna Cry is a single by Mariah Carey, released in 1991. Soulful melodies and emotional delivery intertwine with contemporary R&B textures to create a heartfelt listening experience. 'I Don't Wanna Cry' reached number one on the Billboard Hot 100, solidifying Carey’s status as a chart-topping artist. Its success contributed to her early reputation for blending pop with soulful vocal performances, influencing subsequent artists in the genre. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

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What does I Don't Wanna Cry sound like?

Soulful melodies and emotional delivery intertwine with contemporary R&B textures to create a heartfelt listening experience. Rooted in contemporary R&B and hip-hop.

What makes I Don't Wanna Cry by Mariah Carey notable?

'I Don't Wanna Cry' reached number one on the Billboard Hot 100, solidifying Carey’s status as a chart-topping artist. Its success contributed to her early reputation for blending pop with soulful vocal performances, influencing subsequent artists in the genre. Released on April 25, 1991, 'I Don't Wanna Cry' marked Mariah Carey's second single from her self-titled debut album. At this point in her career, she was rapidly gaining recognition after winning the Grammy Award for Best New Artist earlier that year, establishing her as a powerful new voice in pop and R&B.

How many songs are on I Don't Wanna Cry?

I Don't Wanna Cry has 2 tracks, running approximately 8 minutes.