Crazy

Waylon Jennings, Struggle Jennings

About Crazy

"I've Always Been Crazy" is a song written and recorded by American country music artist Waylon Jennings. It was released in June 1978 as the first single and title track from his 1978 album I've Always Been Crazy. The song became his sixth number one on the country chart as a solo artist. The single stayed at number one for three weeks and spent a total of thirteen weeks on the chart.


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I've always been different with one foot over the line
Windin' up somewhere one step ahead or behind
It ain't been so easy but I guess I shouldn't complain
I've always been crazy but it's kept me from goin' insane (Struggle)

Uh, outlaw shit .45 in my Levis
Got stung gettin' honey out the beehive
Dea wanna see me locked up
Two lines popped up, ol' girl's knocked up
Scratch scratch back to the drawin' board scribble
Man down but the ball's in my court, dribble
Everybody wanna rock if they don't roll
Paid that toll without sellin' my soul
This is how the game goes, no, I demand more
Everything you been through in your life is what I stand for
I won't budge, run and tell that
Monkey on my back like the man with the yellow hat
If she curious, call me Jorge
Missed her chance like she came before the foreplay
Uninvited but I made it through the doorway
Black sheep, no shepperd, that's my forte

I've aways been different with one foot over the line
Windin' up somewhere one step ahead or behind
It ain't been so easy but I guess I shouldn't complain
I've always been crazy but it's kept me from goin' insane

Uh, momma told me never hit your brakes when it's slick out
Daddy told me always pull my dick out
Still check your chick out even when I'm with my girl
'Cause Jellyroll told me, "Share picky with the world"
Cashville rider, west side ratchet
Gotta problem with these Feds won't bury this hatchet
They know they wrong and I know I'm right
So we dancin' 'round and 'round like a slow prom night, uh
Click clack, bang bang, still reppin' A Gang
Talk slick, put your shit on the woodgrain
Goddamn, man, black paint, blue velvet
Blue suede shoes, biggest thing since Elvis
uh, jailhouse rock, I'ma a hound dog
Still runnin' from your shadow like a groundhog
Won't stand up, that's your downfall
Back at home even if I hit a ground ball

I've aways been different with one foot over the line
Windin' up somewhere one step ahead or behind
It ain't been so easy but I guess I shouldn't complain
I've always been crazy but it's kept me from goin' insane

Uh, .45 colt hangin' out of my denim
Find out where it hurts then I hit 'em
Got pitbulls, sic-sic, get 'em
But they said I'm wrong for the way that I did 'em, shit
hop off of the boat afloat, no stowaways
All I know is digital scales and a throwaway
West side raised, south side paid
Maybe a little crazy but I'm not insane

I've aways been different with one foot over the line
Windin' up somewhere one step ahead or behind
It ain't been so easy but I guess I shouldn't complain
I've always been crazy but it's kept me from goin' insane

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Waylon Jennings

Waylon Arnold Jennings (pronounced /ˈweɪlən ˈdʒɪnɪnz/; June 15, 1937 – February 13, 2002) was an American country music singer, songwriter, and musician. Jennings began playing guitar at eight and began performing at twelve on KVOW radio. He formed a band, The Texas Longhorns. Jennings worked as a D.J. on KVOW, KDAV, KYTI and KLLL. In 1958, Buddy Holly arranged Jennings' first recording session, of "Jolie Blon" and "When Sin Stops (Love Begins)". Holly hired him to play bass. During the "Winter Dance Party Tour," in Clear Lake, Iowa, Holly chartered a plane to arrive at the next venue. Jennings gave up his seat in the plane to J. P. Richardson, who was suffering from a cold. The flight that carried Holly, Richardson and Ritchie Valens crashed, on the day late… more »

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Written by: William Harness, Waylon Jennings

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12 facts about this song

Release Date
"Crazy" by Waylon Jennings was released in 1973.
Cover Song
This is actually a cover version. The original "Crazy" was written and performed by Willie Nelson for Patsy Cline, making it a hit in 1962.
Album Inclusion
The song is included in Waylon Jennings' album titled “Honky Tonk Heroes,” which is his eighth studio album.
Genre
This song falls into the Outlaw Country genre, a sub-genre of country music which Waylon Jennings played a vital part in popularizing in the 1970s.
Collaborators
The album "Honky Tonk Heroes", which features "Crazy", includes multiple songs written by Billy Joe Shaver, another famous Outlaw Country artist.
Chart Success
The album “Honky Tonk Heroes” peaked at No. 4 on the Billboard Country Albums chart, showcasing the popularity of Jennings and his renditions, including "Crazy".
Legacy
This cover of "Crazy" contributed to Jennings' rebellious image in the country music world, preserving the legacy of Outlaw Country music.
Tribute Element
Jennings' rendition of "Crazy" served as a nod to his close friend Willie Nelson, acknowledging his songwriting prowess.
Distinctive Style
Waylon Jennings brought his unique style to "Crazy," offering a more rugged and raw version in comparison to Patsy Cline's smoother original recording.
Performance
Waylon Jennings often included "Crazy" in his live performances, making it a staple in his concert setlists.
Critical Response
Critics have often praised Jennings' version of "Crazy" for its emotive delivery and authenticity, reflecting the singer's storied personal and professional life.
Impact on Jennings' Career
Though not a standalone hit for him, this cover contributed to Jennings' success in the 1970s and fortified his status as a pioneering figure in the Outlaw Country genre.

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