90s Songs I Like: "The Crying Game" Boy George (1992)
By John Roberts
@JohnRoberts (109857)
Los Angeles, California
November 2, 2016 8:58am CST
Written by Geoff Stephens, “The Crying Game” was a hit for Dave Berry in 1964. Filmmaker Neil Jordan used the title for his acclaimed Best Picture Academy Award nominated movie about an Irishman falling in love with someone with a special secret. Boy George came in to do a cover produced by the Pet Shop Boys and the song went to Billboard Hot 100 #15. “The Crying Game” was a post Culture Club comeback for Boy George.
“I know all there is to know about the crying game
I’ve had my share of the lying game”
“The Crying Game” is a haunting song of heartbreak and being left behind. Boy George sings it well with sorrow and emotion.
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@JohnRoberts (109857)
• Los Angeles, California
2 Nov 16
Yes, a very good movie. Sad.
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@CaptAlbertWhisker (32507)
• Calgary, Alberta
2 Nov 16
I remember this as a themesong of a movie with a shocking twist that dropped my jaw on the floor.
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@JohnRoberts (109857)
• Los Angeles, California
2 Nov 16
I knew those that saw the movie knew what the twist was. To say what it is would ruin the movie for those who haven't seen it.
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@RasmaSandra (73602)
• Daytona Beach, Florida
2 Nov 16
I know the song but didn't know that Boy George sang it too. Thanks for sharing.
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@teamfreak16 (43421)
• Denver, Colorado
3 Nov 16
One of George's best! Love the movie, too.
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@Happy2BeMe (99392)
• Canada
2 Nov 16
I always enjoyed Boy George's singing and this is such a great song. He performs it so well.
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@JohnRoberts (109857)
• Los Angeles, California
2 Nov 16
I think this is Boy George's best song even better than his Culture Club songs.
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@RitzzView (2994)
• India
3 Nov 16
Lyrics is good.
The music is so different then that of today. Seems like music doesn't express the sadness matched with the lyrics. But maybe it was perfect for then..
The music is so different then that of today. Seems like music doesn't express the sadness matched with the lyrics. But maybe it was perfect for then..