The song "You Don't Have To Be A Baby To Cry" by Ernest Tubb And His Texas Troubadours talks about the pain and heartbreak one goes through when love goes wrong. The lyrics suggest that anyone can experience these emotions, regardless of age or maturity. The song starts by stating that love doesn't discriminate based on age, and even adults can feel the pain of a broken heart. It emphasizes that love can cause one to lie awake all night, unable to sleep due to the emotional turmoil. The lyrics then mention the feeling of losing something precious when the person leaves. The reference to a "golden rainbow" disappearing symbolizes the loss of happiness and hope in their life. The person is left with a broken heart, which is portrayed as being full of tears. The closing lines of the song challenge the idea that the tears shed are just raindrops, implying that they are genuine and reflect the emotional pain being experienced. The recurring phrase "You don't have to be a baby to cry" reinforces the notion that heartbreak can affect anyone, regardless of age or maturity.
