''What Am I Crying For'' is the fifth and final album by Dennis Yost and The Classics IV and their only album on MGM South, released in 1973. It is released in

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as ''Love Me Or Leave Me Alone'' the following year. The album failed to chart. The

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was the band's final Top 40 hit on the ''Billboard'' Hot 100, peaking at No. 39.

Reception

Despite failing to chart, the album was met with positive reviews. Billboard states that the album has a considerable middle of the road appeal.

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describes its title track as a fine example of the group's distinctive sound. Bad Cat states, despite Yost's pleasant voice with a middle of the road approach, his performances were deeper and rougher compared to his previous albums.

Track listing

Personnel

;Production *

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Charts

;Singles

References

External links

* {{Authority control 1973 albums MGM Records albums Classics IV albums Albums produced by Buddy Buie