Crazy Times

Jars of Clay

About Crazy Times

"Crazy Times" is a song recorded and performed by Jars of Clay. The song was a writing collaboration between the band members Dan Haseltine and Stephen Mason with songwriters Mark Hudson and Greg Wells. It was the first single from their second studio album, Much Afraid. The single fared well in the mainstream, peaking at No. 38 on the Billboard Modern Rock Tracks chart. The demo version of the song can be found on the album The White Elephant Sessions, while a live version of the song is included on the 2003 double album, Furthermore: From the Studio, From the Stage. This song also appears on the WOW 1999 compilation album. 


Year:
2011
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You're cold that way 
And that's why you say 
The things that you say 
You can't attract 
The things that you lack 
You're trying in vain 

[Chorus]
It seems it's always the crazy times 
You find you'll wake up and realize 
It takes more than your saline eyes 
To make things right 

You spiral down 
You've broken your crown 
You don't feel like a queen 
You've seen the proof 
But you're still crying wolf 
You'll never believe 

[Chorus] 

You try to climb a broken ladder 
Grip the missing rungs 
And fall down, down, down 
Seems sometime ago you said 
This wouldn't last 
And now you sit here crying 

Beside your bed 
You feel left for dead 
You kneel in the dark

It takes more than your saline eyes 
To make things right 

[Chorus]

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Jars of Clay

Jars of Clay is a Christian rock band from Nashville, Tennessee. They met at Greenville College in Greenville, Illinois. more »

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Written by: GREG WELLS, MARK HUDSON, DAN HASELTINE, STEPHEN MASON

Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, CONCORD MUSIC PUBLISHING LLC, Round Hill Music Big Loud Songs

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10 facts about this song

Song Information
"Crazy Times" is a popular song by the American Christian rock band, Jars of Clay.
Album Achievement
The song is part of the band's second studio album, "Much Afraid", released in 1997, which earned them Grammy and Dove awards.
Billboard Performance
"Crazy Times" peaked at number two on the Billboard's Christian Songs chart, demonstrating its popularity within the Christian music community.
Theme of the Song
The lyrics of "Crazy Times" deal with the complexities of life and the struggle to maintain faith amid challenging times. It encourages listeners to turn to their faith in the face of adversity.
Band Formation
Jars of Clay was formed at Greenville College in Illinois in 1993 by Dan Haseltine, Charlie Lowell, Stephen Mason, and Matthew Odmark.
Unique Sound
The band is known for their unique fusion of acoustic, folk, and electronic music. "Crazy Times" specifically showcases the band's signature blend of powerful lyrics and acoustic-driven music.
Spiritual Impact
Since its release, "Crazy Times" has become a staple in Christian music, continuing to inspire listeners with its message of hope and resilience through faith.
High Album Sales
"Much Afraid", the album featuring "Crazy Times", was a commercial success, selling over 1.5 million copies.
Concert Popularity
"Crazy Times" is a favorite among concert-goers and often features in the band’s live setlists.
Record Label Relationship
Jars of Clay recorded "Crazy Times", along with the rest of the "Much Afraid" album, under the Essential Records label. Their collaborative relationship marked a particularly successful period for both the band and the label.

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