Let a Boy Cry
"Let a Boy Cry" is a song written and recorded by the Italian singer-songwriter Gala. It was released in January 1997 as the second single from her first album, "Come into My Life". The song reached number one in Belgium, France, Israel and Italy. "Let A Boy Cry" achieved success in Europe, South America, Russia and Middle East and received a platinum record in France and Benelux. On the Eurochart Hot 100, "Let a Boy Cry" reached number 3. The song was written and composed by Gala, and produced by Filippo Andrea Carmeni and Maurizio  Molella. According to Gala, it talks about how in a society where men would not be ridiculed for their sensitivity, women could be freer. Critical reception. Pop Rescue said that "this track has a sense of dance about it. At times Gala’s vocals sound a bit flat and not unlike those of Divine. However, musically this song definitely lifts the tempo and sound up somewhat, and Gala’s vocals fit perfectly in the chorus." Chart performance. "Let a Boy Cry" was a major hit in several countries and very successful on the charts in Europe. It peaked at number -one in Belgium, France, Italy and Spain. The single also managed to peak at number 3 on the Eurochart Hot 100, and number 11 in the United Kingdom. In the latter, it reached that position in its first week on the UK Singles Chart on November 30, 1997. But on the UK Indie Chart, it was a even bigger hit, peaking at number-one. Additionally, it was a Top 20 hit also in Ireland and Scotland, and a Top 30 hit in Switzerland. Outside Europe, the single reached number-one for three weeks in Israel. "Let a Boy Cry" was  awarded with a platinum record in France, with a sale of 497,000 singles. Music video. The music video for "Let a Boy Cry" was directed by director Philippe Antonello, Luca Bigazzi and Gala. It was shot in Venice in San Mark’s square during the Carnival. The video is in black-and-white. It was uploaded to YouTube in June 2013. As of August 2020, it has got more than 8,8 million views. In a 2014 interview with "DNA Magazine", Gala said about the video: