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Not Gon' Cry Lyrics

by Mary J. Blige

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Not Gon' Cry Lyrics

While all the time that I was loving you You were busy loving yourself I would stop breathing if you told me to Now your busy loving someone else 11 years out of my life Besides the kids I have nothing to show Wasted my years a fool of a wife I shoulda have left your ass a long time ago [1] - Well I'm not gon' cry, I'm not gon' cry I'm not gon' shed no tears No, I'm not gon' cry, it's not the time Cuz your not worth my tears Well I'm not gon' cry, I'm not gon' cry I'm not gon' shed no tears No, I'm not gon' cry, it's not the time Cuz you're not worth my tears [2] - I was your lover and your secretary Working every day of the week Was at the job when no one else was there Helping you get on your feet 11 years of sacrifice And you can leave at the drop of a dime Swallowed my fears, stood by your side I shoulda left your ass a thousand times [Repeat 1] I know there are no guarantees In love you take your chances But somehow it seems unfair to me Look at the circumstances Through sickness and health, 'till death do us part Those were the words that we said from our heart So now that you say that you're leaving me I don't get that part [Repeat 2] [Repeat 1 until fade]

Meaning of Not Gon' Cry

“Not Gon’ Cry” is a raw and powerful declaration of resilience from Mary J. Blige as she confronts the devastation of a betrayal. The song embodies a painful, yet determined acceptance – she refuses to succumb to tears, recognizing her ex-lover isn't worth her sorrow. Through repeated affirmations, “I’m not gon’ cry,” she asserts control over her emotions and ultimately, her life after 11 wasted years of sacrifice and being a supportive, often overlooked partner. Blige reveals the emotional toll taken, acknowledging the foolishness of staying with someone who valued themselves above her, highlighting the bitterness and regret alongside a steely resolve. Despite the hurt, she acknowledges the inherent risks in love and ultimately chooses to move forward, signifying a hard-won victory over heartbreak and a commitment to not letting this experience define her future.

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