What makes Cry for You by Petra Marklund notable?

'Cry for You' became a commercial success, peaking at number 14 on the UK Singles Chart and solidifying September's status as a significant figure in the Eurodance genre. The title track gained considerable airplay and was emblematic of the late-2000s dance-pop wave, influencing both contemporaries and future artists in the electronic dance music scene. When 'Cry for You' was released in January 2009, Petra Marklund, known by her stage name September, was transitioning from her earlier hits into a more mature sound. This album followed her successful self-titled debut, which had solidified her presence in the European dance music scene. The release marked her entry into international markets, particularly the UK, where she sought to expand her audience.

Who is Cry for You for?

Cry for You works well if you're into steady rhythm for dancing, uplifting energy for celebrations and emotional highs and lows.

How many songs are on Cry for You?

Cry for You has 17 tracks, running approximately 56 minutes.

Cry for You

Petra Marklund · 2009

56 min · 17 tracks · EDM · disco · Eurodance

A pulsating blend of Eurodance and pop that captures the euphoric highs and emotional lows of love and heartbreak.

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Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

steady rhythm for dancing
uplifting energy for celebrations
emotional highs and lows
for sing-alongs
great for late-night drives

Maybe skip if you want

prefer slower, introspective music
seek complex, lengthy compositions

Where this album fits

Career context: When 'Cry for You' was released in January 2009, Petra Marklund, known by her stage name September, was transitioning from her earlier hits into a more mature sound. This album followed her successful self-titled debut, which had solidified her presence in the European dance music scene. The release marked her entry into international markets, particularly the UK, where she sought to expand her audience.
Stylistic neighbors: Robyn· Kylie Minogue· Sophie Ellis-Bextor

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

1 Cry for You (UK radio edit) 2:45
2 Can't Get Over (UK radio edit) 3:10
3 Until I Die (radio edit) 3:13
4 Sin of My Own 3:02
5 Satellites (Hard2beat edit) 3:15
6 We Can Do It (UK radio edit) 3:31
7 Flowers on the Grave 4:19
8 Leave It All Behind (UK radio edit) 2:42
9 Looking for Love 3:23
10 September All Over 3:31
11 Because I Love You (Dave Ramone edit) 2:45
12 Midnight Heartache 3:46
13 Sacrifice 3:57
14 End of the Rainbow 3:39
15 Cry for You (original edit) 2:47
16 Can't Get Over (original radio edit) 3:02
17 Until I Die (original edit) 3:44

What to play next

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