About the Song
"No Tears Left to Cry" is a song by American singer-songwriter Ariana Grande. It was released on April 20, 2018, by Republic Records as the lead single from her fourth studio album, Sweetener (2018). The song was written by Grande and Savan Kotecha with its producers Max Martin and Ilya Salmanzadeh. An uptempo dance-pop and power pop song driven by a UK garage beat featuring disco and R&B elements, its lyrics reflect on Grande's efforts to move on following the Manchester Arena bombing, a terrorist attack on her concert the previous year, "celebrating rising above the world's negativity" with a "nearly spoken-word" vocalization.
Meaning Behind the Lyrics
The song can be interpreted as a celebration of resilience and the desire to move forward despite past traumas. For many listeners, it reflects a personal journey of overcoming darkness and negativity, emphasizing the importance of finding joy amid struggles. The upbeat tempo and dance-pop sound contrasts with the weight of the themes, suggesting that healing and positivity can emerge from painful experiences. Ultimately, it resonates with those seeking hope and empowerment in challenging times.
Did You Know?
- Known for her four-octave vocal range, which extends into the whistle register, she is an influential figure in popular music.
- Publications such as Rolling Stone and Billboard have deemed Grande one of the greatest artists in history, while Time included her on its list of the world's 100 most influential people in 2016 and 2019.
Music Details
These details come from the iTunes song listing used for the artwork and metadata match.
- Album/collection: Sweetener
- Genre: Pop
- iTunes release date: April 20, 2018
- Track runtime: 3:26
Video Snapshot
- Video title: Ariana Grande – no tears left to cry (Official Video)
- YouTube channel: Ariana Grande
Quick Facts
- Artist: ARIANA GRANDE
- Song: NO TEARS LEFT TO CRY
- Album/collection: Sweetener
- Genre: Pop
- Reference page: No Tears Left to Cry
