UK
September 1991- Label and catalog number
- Geffen Records GFS 9
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single · Silver Injection Labels
- Runout / matrix
GFS 9 A-1J-1-Q2Side A stamped
GFS 9 B-1J-1-Q2Side B stamped
GFS 9 ASide A, label
GFS 9 BSide B, label
Vinyl pressings
Don't Cry
by Guns N' Roses · 1991
25 pressings14 countriesSoft RockHard RockRock
Don't Cry was first pressed on vinyl in 1991. Every vinyl pressing is listed below with its label, catalog number and runout codes, so you can tell an original from a reissue.
How to spot a first pressing of Don't Cry
23 pressings came out in 1991, the album's first year, in 12 countries. Compare the label and catalog number on your copy, then the codes etched or stamped in the runout groove (the dead wax around the label): they are the surest sign of an early pressing.
UK
September 1991- Label and catalog number
- Geffen Records GFS 9Uzi Suicide Record Co.
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single, Jukebox · Black Injection Labels
- Runout / matrix
GFS 9 A- 1J-1-Q 2Runout Side A, Stamped
GFS 9 B- 1J-1-Q 2Runout Side B, Stamped
UK
September 2, 1991- Label and catalog number
- Geffen Records GFST 9Uzi Suicide Records GFST 9
- Format
- 12", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo
- Runout / matrix
GFST 9 A - 1U-1-1Side A runout
GFST 9 B - 1U-1-1Side B runout
UK
September 2, 1991- Label and catalog number
- Geffen Records GFS 9
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Stereo · Paper Labels
- Runout / matrix
GFS 9 A-1U-1-1Side A runout
GFS 9 B-1U-1-1Side B runout
US
1991- Label and catalog number
- Geffen Records GEFS7-19027Uzi Suicide GEFS7-19027
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single
- Runout / matrix
GEFS7-19027-A-GL1 STERLINGRunout Side A - Etched (STERLING - Stamped)
GEFS7-19027-B-GL1 STERLINGRunout Side B - Etched (STERLING - Stamped)
Argentina
1991- Label and catalog number
- Geffen Records TLP 21651Uzi Suicide TLP 21651
- Format
- 12", Maxi-Single
Not sure how to read the runout? See matrix numbers, runout and dead wax and how to tell a first pressing.
All 25 vinyl pressings
By decade, oldest first. Open a pressing for its full label, barcode and runout details.
1990s24 pressings
| Year | Country | Label and catalog number | Format |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1991 | Argentina | Geffen Records TLP 21651 / Uzi Suicide TLP 21651First year12", Maxi-Single, Promo · Promo | 12", Maxi-Single, Promo · Promo |
| 1991 | Argentina | Geffen Records TLP 21651 / Uzi Suicide TLP 21651First year12", Maxi-Single | 12", Maxi-Single |
| 1991 | Australia | Geffen Records GEF12 21651 / Uzi Suicide GEF12 21651First year12", Single | 12", Single |
| 1991 | Australia | Geffen Records GEFS7 19027First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1991 | Brazil | Geffen Records 990.4061First year12", Promo · Promo | 12", Promo · Promo |
| 1991 | Europe | Geffen Records GES 19027First year7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo |
| 1991 | Europe | Geffen Records GES 19027 / Uzi Suicide RecordsFirst year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1991 | Europe | Geffen Records GES 19027 / Uzi Suicide GES 19027First year7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo |
| 1991 | France | Geffen Records GES 19027First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1991 | France | Geffen Records GES 19027First year7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo |
| 1991 | Germany | Geffen Records GET 21651First year12", 45 RPM | 12", 45 RPM |
| 1991 | Germany | Geffen Records GET-21678 / Uzi Suicide GET-21678First year12", 45 RPM, Picture Disc, Stereo · Picture disc | 12", 45 RPM, Picture Disc, Stereo · Picture disc |
| 1991 | Mexico | Geffen Records RX-1025First year7", 45 RPM, Single, Promo · Promo | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Promo · Promo |
| 1991 | Mexico | Geffen Records GEFDS-1651First year12", 33 ⅓ RPM, Single | 12", 33 ⅓ RPM, Single |
| 1991 | Philippines | Geffen Records GEF45-7010First year7", 45 RPM, Single, Jukebox | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Jukebox |
Year unknown1 pressing
| Year | Country | Label and catalog number | Format |
|---|---|---|---|
| ? | Costa Rica | BMG International 712829112", Single, Promo · Promo | 12", Single, Promo · Promo |
Tracklist
- A1Don't Cry (Original)4:42
- A2Don't Cry (Alt. Lyrics)4:42
- BDon't Cry (Demo)4:42
Questions
How many vinyl pressings of Don't Cry are there?
25 vinyl pressings of Don't Cry are listed here, from 14 countries, released between 1991 and 1993.
When was Don't Cry first released on vinyl?
The earliest pressings are from 1991, in UK, US, Argentina, Australia and more. One of them is Geffen Records GFS 9, released September 1991.
How do I tell if my copy of Don't Cry is a first pressing?
Check the catalog number on the label (first-year pressings use GFS 9, GFST 9, GEFS7-19027, TLP 21651) and the codes etched in the runout groove, then compare them with the pressings listed above; for example, GFS 9 A-1J-1-Q2 and GFS 9 B-1J-1-Q2. Later reissues often keep the catalog number but change the label design or the runout codes.
How much is Don't Cry on vinyl worth?
It depends on which pressing you have and on the condition of the record and its sleeve. Early pressings from the album's home country in near mint condition are usually worth the most; common later reissues are worth far less. Scan your copy with VinylLens to see its value for every grade.
