Dont Cry is one of the most well-known songs by the American rock band Guns N Roses. It was written by Axl Rose and Izzy Stradlin during the bands early days. The song discusses the end of a relationship and was inspired by an ex-girlfriend of Axl Rose. It was among the first songs written by the band and is featured on the album Use Your Illusion I, released in 1991. The emotional significance of the song to the band is significant, as it repres ... See more [+] ents the challenges and experiences faced by the members early in their careers.