Novelist feat. Qendresa DON’T CRY 4 ME (2022)
Humans are the only species known to shed emotional tears. While animals tear up for physical reasons—such as moisturizing their eyes, flushing out irritants, or protecting their vision—people cry in response to complex emotions: grief, joy, rage, love, feeling overwhelmed, you name it. Scientists believe emotional tears act as social signals, a nonverbal expression of vulnerability that invites empathy and fosters connection with others.
Which could make the title of today’s song by UK rapper Novelist featuring London-based singer Qendresa “DON’T CRY 4 ME” kind of awkward, honestly. Like, do you want me to emotionally regulate or not? That said, this track is so smooth and way too catchy to skip. It’s the kind of song that makes you nod and maybe it’s even worth holding back your tears for once… or like, cool cry.
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