Charlie Puth, Singer-songwriter gets introspective on his new single “Cry,” which features the famously expressive saxophone stylings of Kenny G. Co-produced by Puth and BloodPop®, with additional production from Stanley Rudolph, Leddie Garcia, Curt Chambers, and Pastor Funk, "Cry" mixes smooth jazz elements with modern pop production.
“Cry” is a tender and muscular meditation on emotional honesty. Whereas others spit in the face of, or flee from their feelings, Puth urges listeners to process those feels and accept them wholeheartedly, rejecting the notion that exposure is synonymous with weakness. Kenny G’s melting signature saxophone embedded in the pluming arrangement peppers warmth and depth, while Puth’s voice carries a genuine sincerity that sticks with you long after the song fades to silence.
“Cry” becomes more than just a song, it’ is an invitation to feel. In Puth’s own words, it’s a reminder that opening yourself up to feeling is not just human but necessary and can lead to growth. The pairing shows off Puth’s evolving artistry, revealing a songwriter capable of creating moments of hushed introspection as captivating as his radio-ready hits.
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