[Verse 1] You said, “I’m fine…” Like every bloke is taught to do. Made us both another cup of tea Then stared straight through the afternoon. You shrugged it off, Said, “Must be something in my eye.” But babes, there’s nothing in the air - Don’t need an excuse to cry. ⸻ [Pre-Chorus] Some boys grow up hearing, “Don’t let anybody know.” Like every feeling’s something You’re supposed to swallow whole I don’t want a matcho hero Putting on an act. Rather have someone who shows emotions like that. ⸻ [Chorus] It’s OK to cry, babes. Come here, I’ll hold your shaking hands. You don’t have to be the strong one Every minute that you can. Let it fall… You don’t have to hide your face. The bravest thing you’ve ever done Was crying in the first place. It’s OK to cry, babes. ⸻ [Post-Chorus] Cry, babes… I’ve got you. Cry, babes… I’ve got you. ⸻ [Verse 2] You could take out your frustrations On someone’s face outside a pub, Some would call that “being a man.” You said, -“Sorry,” … Like your sadness was a crime. As if I’d rather have you numb .. Or losing it and doing time ⸻ [Pre-Chorus] You’ve carried all your worries Filled the pockets of your coat. Maybe now’s the time to let me help you share your load ⸻ [Chorus] It’s OK to cry, babes. The mucous washes off, you know. I’ll still fancy you tomorrow… Probably even more so Every tear Proves you’re still alive. I’d prefer you have an open heart Than one hidden be hind pride It’s OK to cry, babes. ⸻ [Post-Chorus] Cry, babes… I’ve got you. Cry, babes… I’ve got you. ⸻ [Orchestral instrumental interlude] [Bridge] If anybody calls you soft… Don’t see it as a curse The strongest people that I’ve known Have always cracked a little first… [Gently/tenderly spoken] “That’s how the light gets in” [instrumental breakdown] ⸻ It’s OK to cry, babes. ⸻ [Post-Chorus] Cry, babes… I’ve got you. Cry, babes… I’ve got you. [short instrumental drop] ⸻ [Chorus] It’s OK to cry, babes. Come here, I’ll hold your shaking hands. You don’t have to be the strong one Every minute that you can. Let it fall… You don’t have to hide your face. The bravest thing you’ve ever done Was crying in the first place. It’s OK to cry, babes. ⸻ [Post-Chorus] Cry, babes… I’ve got you. Cry, babes… I’ve got you. [Post-Chorus] Cry, babes… I’ve got you. Cry, babes… I’ve got you. ⸻ [Gently/tenderly spoken] “I’ve got you”
