Don't Cry Out Loud (Melissa Manchester album)

Don't Cry Out Loud is the title of Melissa Manchester's eighth studio album, released in 1978 on Arista Records. It is named after the lead single, "Don't Cry Out Loud," which became one of Manchester's signature songs and a major hit.

The album features a mix of ballads and more upbeat pop songs, showcasing Manchester's vocal range and songwriting abilities. While "Don't Cry Out Loud" remains the most well-known track, the album also includes other notable songs like "Whenever I See Your Face" and "Pretty Girls."

"Don't Cry Out Loud" was co-written by Peter Allen and Carole Bayer Sager and originally recorded by Elkie Brooks in 1977. Manchester's version, however, propelled the song to international success. The album itself achieved platinum status, further solidifying Manchester's career as a prominent singer-songwriter.