"Cry to Me" is a song written by Bert Berns (listed as "Bert Russell") and first recorded by American soul singer Solomon Burke in 1961. Released in 1962, it was Burke's second single to appear in both Billboard magazine's Hot R&B Sides and Hot 100 singles charts. Several other artists recorded the song, including Betty Harris (1963), the Pretty Things (1965), the Rolling Stones (1965), Freddie Scott (1967) and others.

"Cry To Me" from Solomon Burke's Greatest Hits Album was used in the movie Dirty Dancing.

Solomon Burke is credited with coining the term "Soul Music." He was also crowned the "King of Rock N Soul" and wore a cape, crown and carried a scepter in his live performances."