What makes Don't Come Crying to Me by Linda Clifford notable?

This album is significant for its contribution to the burgeoning house music genre during the early 1980s, a period marked by the rise of disco-influenced sounds. The title track became popular in dance clubs and helped further establish Clifford as a prominent figure in the genre, showcasing her ability to blend soul and dance music seamlessly. Released in 1982, 'Don't Come Crying to Me' was Linda Clifford's third studio album, following her successful sophomore effort 'If My Friends Could See Me Now.' At this point in her career, she was solidifying her presence in the dance music scene while continuing to explore themes of love and resilience through her powerful vocal delivery.