deep purple when a blind man cries

"When a Blind Man Cries" is a blues-rock song by the British band Deep Purple, originally released in 1972 as the B-side of the single "Never Before." It was recorded during the Machine Head sessions in December 1971. The song expresses themes of loneliness, despair, and isolation, metaphorically or literally about a blind man's sorrow and struggles. The lyrics convey deep emotional pain and a sense of abandonment, highlighting the sadness of a disadvantaged person brought to tears. Ian Gillan, the band's vocalist, explained that the phrase "if a blind man cries" evokes a very sad image and that those who are disadvantaged tend to complain less than the able-bodied. Though initially not favored for live performances by guitarist Ritchie Blackmore, the song became a staple in live sets after his departure from the band in the 1990s.