People Are Crazy

Billy Currington

About People Are Crazy

"People Are Crazy" is a song written by Bobby Braddock and Troy Jones and recorded by American country music singer Billy Currington. It was released in March 2009 as the second single from Currington's 2008 album Little Bit of Everything. The song became Currington's third number one hit on the US Billboard Hot Country Songs chart. On December 2, 2009, the song was nominated for two Grammy Awards for Best Male Country Vocal Performance and Best Country Song. The song was also nominated for "Song of the Year" at the 2010 Academy of Country Music Awards.  


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This old man and me, were at the bar and we
Were having us some beers and swaping 'I don't cares'
Talking politics, blond and red-head chicks
Old dogs and new tricks and habits we ain't kicked

We talked about God's grace and all the hell we raised
Then I heard the ol' man say;
"God is great, beer is good and people are crazy"

He said "I fought two wars,
Been married and divorced"
What brings you to Ohio?
He said "Damned if I know"
We talked an hour or two about every girl we knew
What all we put 'em through
Like two old boys will do

We pondered life and death
He light a cigarette
He said "These damn things will kill me yet;
But God is great, beer is good and people are crazy"

Last call its two a.m., I said goodbye to him
I never talked to him again
Then one sunny day, I saw the old man's face
Front page obituary, he was a millionaire
He left his fortune to some guy he barely knew, his kids were mad as hell
But me, I'm doing well
And I drop by today, to just say thanks and pray,
And I left a six-pack right there on his grave and I said;
'God is great, beer is good, and people are crazy"

God is great, beer is good, and people are crazy.

God is great, beer is good, and people are crazy.

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Billy Currington

William Matthew "Billy" Currington (born November 19, 1973) is an American country music artist. more »

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Written by: Bobby Braddock, Troy Jones

Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Bluewater Music Corp.

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15 facts about this song

Release Year
"People Are Crazy" by Billy Currington was released in March 2009.
Album
The song is a part of Currington's third studio album, "Little Bit of Everything."
Chart Performance
It reached number 1 on the U.S. Billboard Hot Country Songs chart.
Genre
The song falls under the genre of Country.
Songwriters
"People Are Crazy" was written by Bobby Braddock and Troy Jones.
Awards
The song was nominated for Grammy Awards in 2010 in the categories of Best Country Song and Best Male Country Vocal Performance.
Duration
The official duration of the song is 3 minutes and 51 seconds.
Certification
The song has been certified Platinum by the RIAA for the sale of over one million digital copies in the United States.
Storyline
The lyrics narrate a sentimental story about an encounter with an old man at a bar who dispenses wisdom about life and after he dies, leaves his fortune to the narrator.
Distinctive Feature
The song is well-known for its catchy chorus, "God is great, beer is good and people are crazy."
Crossover Success
Apart from achieving success in country charts, it also peaked at number 27 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart, indicating its popularity among a broader audience.
Music Video
The song's music video, directed by The Brads, humorously showcases the story narrated in the song, complete with the surprise plot twist at the end where the protagonist inherits a fortune.
Critical Acclaim
The song was praised by critics for its engaging storytelling, catchy tune, and relatable theme. Chris Neal of Country Weekly described it as "a good-natured, down-to-earth tune."
Artist's Perspective
Currington stated in interviews that he immediately connected with the song when he heard it and felt it was perfect for his relaxed, "just go with the flow" style.
Impact
"People Are Crazy" has remained one of Currington's most popular songs, often eliciting a strong response from fans during live performances.

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