Preview of the intermediate tenor sax sheet music arrangement for “Crying Eyes” by J.J. Cale.
The progression
Structure & dynamics
What's in the mix
Naturally (1971)
Cale's debut came together after Eric Clapton turned his song 'After Midnight' into a hit in 1970, finally giving him a platform. The record introduced his signature low-key approach, mixing blues, folk, and country in a way that felt relaxed and almost offhand.
All of NaturallyJ.J. Cale
J.J. Cale was an American guitarist, singer, and songwriter from Tulsa, Oklahoma, who played a central role in shaping what became called the Tulsa sound, a laid-back style rooted in blues, rockabilly, country, and jazz. He wrote spare, unhurried songs and played with a quiet precision that made him a major influence on artists like Eric Clapton, Mark Knopfler, and Neil Young, even though he largely avoided the spotlight himself. He died in 2013, leaving behind a catalog that quietly shaped decades of American rock and roots music.
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Good to know
What key is "Crying Eyes" in?
"Crying Eyes" by J.J. Cale is in F♯ major.
What is the tempo of "Crying Eyes"?
"Crying Eyes" plays at around 115 BPM in 4/4 time.
What chords are in "Crying Eyes"?
The core progression is B, F♯, F♯m, Bmaj/5, B7, and E♭m7, built around the F♯ major tonal center.
What instruments play on "Crying Eyes"?
The recording features acoustic guitar, electric guitar, electric bass, drums, and vocals.
Can I get "Crying Eyes" tenor sax sheet music?
Yes. This is the intermediate tenor sax sheet music arrangement of "Crying Eyes" by J.J. Cale, transcribed by Songscription.
Is "Crying Eyes" tenor sax sheet music easy to play?
"Crying Eyes" tenor sax sheet music comes in beginner, intermediate, and advanced levels, so there is an easy version to start with. At 115 BPM in F♯ major with 9 chords to navigate, the part sits at a comfortable intermediate level. You can switch levels on this page before you save it.
Is there an easy, beginner version of "Crying Eyes" tenor sax sheet music?
Yes. The beginner tenor sax sheet music for "Crying Eyes" simplifies the busiest passages and rhythms while keeping the melody, so it is the easiest way to start. The intermediate and advanced arrangements are one tap away when you want more of the original.
What album is "Crying Eyes" on?
"Crying Eyes" appears on Naturally (1971).
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