Mary J. Blige - Not Gon' Cry Lyrics

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What album features Mary J. Blige's song 'Not Gon' Cry'?

   'Not Gon' Cry' is featured on Mary J. Blige's third album, 'Share My World' (1997), in addition to being part of the 'Waiting to Exhale' film soundtrack.

2. Who wrote and produced the song 'Not Gon' Cry'?

   The song 'Not Gon' Cry' was written and produced by Kenneth 'Babyface' Edmonds.

3. How did 'Not Gon' Cry' perform on the Billboard charts?

   In the United States, 'Not Gon' Cry' peaked at number one on the Billboard Hot R&B Singles and number two on the Billboard Hot 100 charts.

4. Did 'Not Gon' Cry' receive any Grammy nominations?

   Yes, Mary J. Blige received her third Grammy Award nomination for Best Female R&B Vocal Performance for 'Not Gon' Cry' at the 39th Grammy Awards in 1997.

5. What inspired the lyrics of 'Not Gon' Cry'?

   The lyrics of 'Not Gon' Cry' are inspired by a storyline from the movie 'Waiting to Exhale', specifically revolving around the character Bernadine, who is abandoned by her philandering husband.

6. Who directed the music video for 'Not Gon' Cry'?

   The music video for 'Not Gon' Cry', which integrates clips from 'Waiting to Exhale', was directed by Wayne Maser and Elizabeth Bailey.