Crazy

Seal

About Crazy

"Crazy" is a song written by English singer, Seal, and British songwriter, Guy Sigsworth. The song was produced by Trevor Horn for Seal's debut album Seal (1991). Released as his official debut single, "Crazy" became one of Seal's biggest hits. It reached the top five in the United Kingdom, while becoming his first top ten single in the United States. It has since been covered by several artists, including Alanis Morissette, whose version was released as a single from her album The Collection (2005).  


Year:
2001
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In a church, by the face
He talks about the people going under

Only child know

A man decides after seventy years
That what he goes there for, is to unlock the door
While those around him criticize and sleep
And through a fractal on a breaking wall
I see you my friend, and touch your face again
Miracles will happen as we trip

But we're never gonna survive, unless
We get a little crazy
No we're never gonna survive, unless
We are a little crazy

Crazy yellow people walking through my head
One of them's got a gun, to shoot the other one
And yet together they were friends at school
Ohh, get it, get it, get it, get it no no

If all were there when we first took the pill
Then maybe, then maybe, then maybe, then maybe
Miracles will happen as we speak

But we're never gonna survive unless
We get a little crazy
No we're never gonna survive unless
We are a little crazy
No no, never survive, unless we get a little bit

Oh, a little bit
Oh, a little bit

Oh
Oh

Amanda decides to go along after seventeen years

Oh darlin'
In a sky full of people, only some want to fly
Isn't that crazy
In a world full of people, only some want to fly
Isn't that crazy, crazy
In a heaven of people there's only some want to fly
Ain't that crazy
Oh babe, oh darlin'
In a world full of people there's only some want to fly
Isn't that crazy, isn't that crazy, isn't that crazy, isn't that crazy

But were never gonna survive unless, we get a little crazy
No were never gonna to survive unless we are a little
But were never gonna survive unless, we get a little crazy
No were never gonna to survive unless, we are a little, crazy
No no, never survive unless, we get a little bit

And then you see things
The size of which youve never known before

They'll break it

Someday, only child know

Them things
The size of which youve never known before

Someday...
Someway...
Someday...
Someway...
Someday...
Someway...
Someday...

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Seal

Seal Henry Olusegun Olumide Adeola Samuel (born 19 February 1963), popularly known simply as Seal, is a British soul and R&B singer-songwriter, of Nigerian and Brazilian descent. Seal has won numerous music awards throughout his career, including three Brit Awards—winning Best British Male in 1992, four Grammy Awards, and an MTV Video Music Award. Seal is known for his numerous international hits, the best known being "Kiss from a Rose", which appeared in the soundtrack to the 1995 film Batman Forever. He has sold more than 20 million albums worldwide. He is a coach on The Voice Australia. more »

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Written by: Guy Sigsworth, Seal Samuel

Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Tratore

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15 facts about this song

Song origin
"Crazy" is a song by British singer-song"Seal". It was released in 1991 as his debut single from his self-titled debut album.
Chart performance
It peaked at number two on the UK Singles Chart and became a top 10 hit in several other countries.
Music structure
The song is set in the key of B♭ minor and is propelled by a haunting, circular keyboard riff and Seal's soulful baritone voice.
Songwriting credits
"Crazy" was written by Seal and producer Guy Sigsworth.
Other versions
The acoustic version of "Crazy" was featured on Seal’s 2004 greatest hits album "Seal: Best 1991–2004".
Accompanying video
The song's intriguing music video featured a semi-naked Seal with images of violence and oppression.
Award recognition
The song won a 1992 Ivor Novello Award for songwriting and composition.
Cultural significance
The song's lyrics, which can be interpreted as a call for individuality and freedom, resonated with many listeners. The tune became an anthem of sorts for the fight against oppression and conformity.
Notable covers
Many artists have since covered "Crazy". Among the most notable renditions are those by Alanis Morissette and Simple Minds.
International success
The song charted in 15 different countries, making Seal a household name internationally.
Grammy Nomination
"Crazy" was nominated for a Grammy Award for Best Male Pop Vocal Performance in 1992.
Seal's view on the song
Seal has been quoted as saying "Crazy" is "a song that encapsulates my view of the world at that particular time."
Commercial use
Some brands have used the song in promoting their products. For instance, in 2018, Chevrolet used the song in a commercial for the 2018 Chevy Traverse.
Recognition over the years
It has remained one of Seal's biggest hits, and is a perennial on classic pop and adult contemporary radio stations.
Use in Films and Series
The song has also been used in a number of films and television series, including 'The Pursuit of Happyness' and in an episode of the hit TV series 'Brooklyn Nine-Nine'.

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