- Contains partial lyrics
Song: |
Crying |
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Voice Piano Guitar | |
Scoring: |
Piano/Vocal/Guitar Singer Pro Audition Cut - Short |
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Transposed Key: |
G Major |
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Original Published Key: |
C Major |
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Product Type: |
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Musicnotes |
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Product #:
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MN0194047_D5 |
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Price:
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$5.99
Includes 1 print + interactive copy with lifetime access in our free apps.
Each additional print is $4.99
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Pages: |
2 |
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Lyrics Begin:
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I thought that I was over you, but it's true, so true; |
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Arrangement Details
Song Details
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Date: |
1961 |
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Publisher: |
Sony/ATV Music Publishing |
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Product Type: |
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Musicnotes |
Product #: |
MN0194047_D5 |
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Lyrics Begin: |
I thought that I was over you, but it's true, so true; |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What key is this version in, and is it available in other keys?
The audition cut - short edition of “Crying” is in G major. The originally published key is C major. You can also purchase it in 5 other keys, each sold separately.
Can I print or download the sheet music?
Your purchase comes with 1 authorized print and an interactive copy you can access for life through the free Musicnotes apps. If you need a PDF, you can add one to your order at checkout.
Can I preview the score and hear it before buying?
You can preview the audition cut - short score for “Crying” and hear its playback on this page before choosing a key or purchase option. The playback follows the notation in this exact arrangement, helping you hear how the music is written before you buy.
What does this audition cut - short arrangement include?
The audition cut - short arrangement of “Crying” is written for voice, piano and guitar, allowing one singer and one accompanist to perform it as written. The catalog lists partial lyrics for this edition, so expect some verses to be omitted.
Is “Crying” available for other instruments?
Yes. “Crying” is available in other editions for a range of instruments, scorings and skill levels. View all sheet music versions of “Crying” to compare them.
What time signature is this version in?
The music is written in 4/4. Each measure contains four quarter-note beats.

About This Arrangement
“Crying” by Roy Orbison is offered as an audition cut - short arrangement in instantly downloadable digital sheet music. The original music is by Joe Melson. The arrangement spans 2 pages. This arrangement is in G major.
It can be transposed into 5 alternate keys. The tempo marking is old school country, around 92 BPM. The scoring is for Voice, Piano and Guitar. This edition contains partial lyrics.
It falls under the Rock style category. This song is available in 27 arrangements on Musicnotes, spanning various instruments and difficulty levels.
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