You May Be Right
Billy Joel Lyrics
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Saturday I said I'm sorry
Sunday came and trashed me out again
I was only having fun
Wasn't hurting anyone
And we all enjoyed the weekend for a change
I've been stranded in the combat zone
I walked through Bedford Stuy alone
Even rode my motorcycle in the rain
And you told me not to drive
But I made it home alive
So you said that only proves that I'm insane
You may be right
I may be crazy
Oh, but it just may be a lunatic you're looking for
Turn out the light
Don't try to save me
You may be wrong for all I know
But you may be right
Well, remember how I found you there
Alone in your electric chair
I told you dirty jokes until you smiled
You were lonely for a man
I said take me as I am
'Cause you might enjoy some madness for a while
Now think of all the years you tried to
Find someone to satisfy you
I might be as crazy as you say
If I'm crazy, then it's true
That it's all because of you
And you wouldn't want me any other way
You may be right
I may be crazy
Oh, but it just may be a lunatic you're looking for
It's too late to fight
It's too late to change
You may be wrong for all I know
But you may be right
You may be right
I may be crazy
Hey, but it just may be a lunatic you're looking for
Turn out the light
Oh, don't try to save me
You may be wrong for all I know
You may be right
You may be wrong but you may be right
You may be wrong but you may be right
You may be wrong but you may be right
You may be wrong but you may be right
You may be wrong but you may be right
You may be wrong but you may be right
You may be wrong but you may be right
You may be wrong but you may be right
You may be wrong but you may be right
In "You May Be Right," Billy Joel sings about the ups and downs of a relationship. The first verse suggests that he has been caught doing something wrong at a party, apologized the next day, but is still getting the cold shoulder on Sunday. He defends himself, saying that he was only having fun and wasn't hurting anyone. The second verse touches on his rebellious side, recounting that he has been in dangerous situations in the past but made it home alive. He shrugs off the warning, saying that it only proves he's insane. The chorus, "You may be right, I may be crazy, but it just may be a lunatic you're looking for," emphasizes the idea that sometimes people need a little bit of madness in their lives. He suggests that his partner may be looking for someone who will keep them on their toes and not just settle for mediocrity. The final verse offers a hint of the history between them, suggesting that he accepted her for who she was when she was lonely, and that his craziness is a result of her influence.
Line by Line Meaning
Friday night I crashed your party
I attended a party that you were hosting without your invitation.
Saturday I said I'm sorry
The next day, I apologized for my actions on Friday night.
Sunday came and trashed me out again
On Sunday, you criticized me again for crashing your party.
I was only having fun
I did not have any malicious intentions and was simply enjoying myself.
Wasn't hurting anyone
My actions did not cause any harm or damage.
And we all enjoyed the weekend for a change
Despite the conflict, we were able to enjoy a weekend together, which was a refreshing change.
I've been stranded in the combat zone
I have experienced dangerous and difficult situations.
I walked through Bedford Stuy alone
I walked through a rough neighborhood by myself.
Even rode my motorcycle in the rain
I traveled on a motorcycle during a storm.
And you told me not to drive
You advised me not to travel on my motorcycle in the inclement weather.
But I made it home alive
Despite the risks, I was able to return home safely.
So you said that only proves that I'm insane
You consider my actions to be irrational and risky.
You may be right
It is possible that your opinion of me is accurate.
I may be crazy
I admit that my behavior may not be entirely rational.
Oh, but it just may be a lunatic you're looking for
My eccentricities may be what you find attractive or appealing in a partner.
Turn out the light
It is time to end the conversation or confrontation.
Don't try to save me
Do not attempt to change or control my behavior.
It's too late to fight
It is no longer worth arguing or trying to change each other's opinions.
It's too late to change
We have reached a point of no return or resolution.
You may be wrong for all I know
It is possible that my perspective on the situation is inaccurate.
Well, remember how I found you there
I recall a specific encounter we had together.
Alone in your electric chair
I found you in a state of loneliness or isolation.
I told you dirty jokes until you smiled
I made an effort to cheer you up or make you feel better.
You were lonely for a man
You desired companionship and a romantic partner.
I said take me as I am
I offered myself as a partner without changing who I am.
'Cause you might enjoy some madness for a while
I hinted that my eccentricities may be what you need or find appealing in a partner.
Now think of all the years you tried to
Reflect on the many years you spent searching or trying to find satisfaction.
Find someone to satisfy you
You searched for a partner or experience that would bring you fulfillment.
I might be as crazy as you say
I acknowledge that my behavior may be eccentric or unusual.
If I'm crazy, then it's true
I accept my eccentricities as a fundamental part of who I am.
That it's all because of you
I suggest that your influence or impact on my life contributed to my unusual behavior or personality.
And you wouldn't want me any other way
Despite our differences, you accept me and appreciate me for who I am.
You may be wrong but you may be right
There is a possibility that either of us may be correct or incorrect in our opinions or assumptions.
You may be wrong but you may be right
Our differing perspectives may both have validity or accuracy.
You may be wrong but you may be right
We cannot be certain who is correct or incorrect in our assessment of the situation.
You may be wrong but you may be right
Ultimately, each of our opinions may be equally valid or invalid.
You may be wrong but you may be right
Our differences may not be reconcilable, and we must accept each other's opinions.
You may be wrong but you may be right
Our disagreement may be a result of differing values, beliefs, or personalities.
You may be wrong but you may be right
There may be no objective truth or right answer in this situation.
You may be wrong but you may be right
Our difference in opinion may be a result of subjective experiences or interpretations.
You may be wrong but you may be right
We may never fully understand or agree with each other's opinions or perspectives.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: Billy Joel
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Lyrics
Friday night I crashed your party
Saturday I said I'm sorry
Sunday came and trashed me out again
I was only having fun
Wasn't hurting any one
And we all enjoyed the weekend for a change
I've been stranded in the combat zone
I walked through Bedford Stuy alone
Even rode my motorcycle in the rain
And you told me not to drive
But I made it home alive
So you said that only proves that I'm insane
You may be right
I may be crazy
But it just may be a lunatic you're looking for
Turn out the light
Don't try to save me
You may be wrong for all I know
But you may be right
Remember how I found you there
Alone in your electric chair
I told you dirty jokes until you smiled
You were lonely for a man
I said take me as I am
'Cause you might enjoy some madness for a while
Now think of all the years you tried to
Find someone to satisfy you
I might be as crazy as you say
If I'm crazy then it's true
That it's all because of you
And you wouldn't want me any other way
You may be right
I may be crazy
But it just may be a lunatic you're looking for
It's too late to fight
It's too late to change me
You may be wrong for all I know
But you may be right
You may be right
I may be crazy
But it just may be a lunatic you're looking for
Turn out the light
Don't try to save me
You may be wrong for all I know
You may be right
You may be wrong but you may be right
You may be wrong but you may be right
You may be wrong but you may be right
You may be wrong but you may be right
You may be wrong but you may be right
You may be wrong but you may be right
You may be wrong but you may be right
You may be wrong but you may be right
You may be wrong but you may be right
bakedwithrealchez
Shout out to all the parents that introduced this to their kids. RIP Dad.
Melanie Grooms
My dad introduced Billy Joel to me and my 4 year old daughter loves him too so I just got her Billy Joel greatest hits volumes 1 and 2.
theisgood0
Yes let’s respect your dad and all the awesome dads who introduced this magic for our ears
Gladiator500
My mom introduced me to billy Joel and he now is my favorite singer
Holly Hock
My pa did as well as my mom it's the only music they listen to.
Billy Joel is a king and I stand him harder than the bee hive stands queen bee T^T)9"
I'm in 8th grade and have been listening to Joel since I was a baby
Rae sour
*their kids
Kenneth Mars
My older son loved this album. He was four and he would say, "Play crash your party, Daddy!" That was thirty-eight years ago. Great memories.
Dean Farr
I used to always play this song on cassette in my very first car back in the late 80's that was in my high school years
Aaron D
That was me too. Dad loved this song. I'm 42 now. Still love Billy Joel...Michael Keaton's musically inclined twin brother.
Man I miss the 80s.
D Doc
Holy crap! It just doesn't seem that long ago.