Dr. Elvis Francois chatted about his new single “I’ll Cry With You,” and the power of music.
How did “I’ll Cry With You” come about?
In 2021, I had the privilege of meeting legendary songwriters Charlie Midnight and Buck Johnson. They were crafting songs that captured the depth of human connection—the kind of love that doesn’t just celebrate the highs but walks through the lows.
At the time, I had just completed my training in spine surgery, and when I first heard the concept of “I’ll Cry With You,” it resonated with me instantly.
As a surgeon, I had witnessed moments where words weren’t enough—where simply being present in someone’s pain was the most powerful act of love.
That connection led me to Nashville, where we poured our hearts into refining the song.
Working with Charlie and Buck was nothing short of magical, and I’m incredibly proud of what we created together.
What gravitated you towards this song?
In medicine, we’re often taught to be strong for our patients. But true strength isn’t just about giving answers—it’s about standing with someone in their uncertainty.
Whether it’s delivering a tough diagnosis or preparing a patient for surgery, the greatest gift we can offer is our presence.
That’s why this song means so much to me. “I’ll Cry With You” isn’t just about sorrow; it’s about the power of shared emotion, of bearing the weight of hope together.
The writing session in Nashville was one of the most moving musical experiences of my life, and I can’t wait for the world to hear what we created.
Why is it important to let our emotions out?
Music is one of the most beautiful forms of emotional release. It has a way of finding us exactly where we are—whether it’s a song that makes us cry on a tough day or the one we blast in pure joy when life gives us something to celebrate.
Holding in emotions can weigh on the mind, the heart, and even the body. Suppressing pain can lead to stress, anxiety, and even illness, while allowing ourselves to feel—to truly feel—can be healing.
That’s the beauty of music. It’s not just something we enjoy; it’s something we need. It speaks for us when we can’t find the words and reminds us that we’re never alone in what we feel.
What’s the one thing you want our readers to get out of “I’ll Cry With You”?
At its core, this song is a reminder that the greatest act of love isn’t fixing someone’s pain—it’s being willing to sit with them in it.
I hope this record makes people think of the ones they cherish most. In life, we remember those who stood by us in our hardest moments.
When we learn to cry with the people we love, we create bonds that time can’t break.
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