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
Brazil as Love Me Or Leave Me Alone the following year.[1][2][3]
The album failed to chart. The
title track 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.[1]Gary Graff describes its title track as a fine example of the group's distinctive sound.[2] 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.[3]