"Crying for No Reason" is a song by
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singer
Katy B
Kathleen Anne Brien (born 8 May 1989), known professionally as Katy B, is an English singer. She released her debut studio album, '' On a Mission'', in 2011, which spawned two top five hits, " Katy on a Mission" and " Lights On". In 2014 she re ...
, produced by Geeneus. It was released on 26 January 2014 as the second single from her second studio album, ''
Little Red''.
It entered the
UK Singles Chart at number five.
Music video
The music video for the song was released onto Katy B's
YouTube
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channel on 26 December 2013, lasting a total length of four minutes and three seconds.
As of May 2025, the video has over 16 million views.
Critical reception
Robert Copsey of ''
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'' gave the song a positive review, stating:
Now in the January/February Q1 period where exciting releases are few and far between, her latest effort 'Crying For No Reason' shines brightly in an otherwise desolate pop landscape. That's not to say the song itself - a stunning breakstep
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ballad
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about having a weepy moment for no particular reason ("I felt strong but am I breaking now?" she asks over crashing electro drums) - isn't worthy of such attention, as it really is one of the best ballads we've heard in quite some time. .
Track listing
Personnel
*
Kathleen "Katy B" Brien - vocals, writer
* Gordon "Geeneus" Warren -
producer, instruments, writer
*
Guy Chambers
Guy Antony Chambers (born 12 January 1963) is an English songwriter, musician and record producer, best known for his work with Robbie Williams.
Education
Chambers attended Quarry Bank Comprehensive School sixth form in Liverpool. From 18, ...
- writer
Chart performance
The song charted at number 5 in the United Kingdom and also peaked at 21 in the Irish Charts. It is her first solo single to chart in Ireland.
Charts and certifications
Weekly charts
Year-end charts
Certifications
References
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Katy B songs
2014 singles
2010s ballads
Pop ballads
Synth-pop ballads
Songs written by Guy Chambers
Columbia Records singles
Music videos directed by Sophie Muller
2014 songs