Introduction:
Ricky Skaggs’ “Crying My Heart Out Over You” is a poignant country ballad that resonates with the universal experience of heartbreak and longing. Released in 1981 as the third single from his album Waitin’ for the Sun to Shine, the song quickly climbed the country charts, reaching number one and solidifying Skaggs’ position as a rising star in the genre.
“Crying My Heart Out Over You” became an instant classic, solidifying Skaggs’ reputation as a master storyteller and interpreter of country music. The song’s enduring popularity is a testament to its timeless message of love, loss, and the enduring power of human emotion.