Crazy Train
- Ozzy Osbourne Lyrics


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All aboard ha ha ha ha ha ha ha

Ay, ay, ay, ay, ay, ay, ay

Crazy, but that's how it goes
Millions of people living as foes
Maybe it's not too late
To learn how to love
And forget how to hate

Mental wounds not healing
Life's a bitter shame
I'm going off the rails on a crazy train
I'm going off the rails on a crazy train

Let's go

I've listened to preachers
I've listened to fools
I've watched all the dropouts
Who make their own rules
One person conditioned to rule and control
The media sells it and you live the role

Mental wounds still screaming
Driving me insane
I'm going off the rails on a crazy train
I'm going off the rails on a crazy train

I know that things are going wrong for me
You gotta listen to my words, yeah

Heirs of a cold war
That's what we've become
Inheriting troubles I'm mentally numb
Crazy, I just cannot bear
I'm living with something' that just isn't fair

Mental wounds not healing
Who and what's to blame
I'm going off the rails on a crazy train
I'm going off the rails on a crazy train





(Ha ha ha, bitch!)

Overall Meaning

The song "Crazy Train" by Ozzy Osbourne is about the destruction caused by hate, bigotry, and war. The opening lines are like an invitation to join in on an off-beat journey. The song talks about how millions of people live as foes to each other and how we need to learn to love and forget how to hate. The song emphasizes how mental wounds can be a bitter shame and how they can drive a person insane. The song urges listeners to listen to their words because things are going wrong.


Ozzy Osbourne wrote this song in the late ’70s with his guitarist, Randy Rhoads. It was released in 1980 as the first single from Osbourne's debut solo album, “Blizzard of Ozz.” Since its release, “Crazy Train” has become a heavy metal classic and Ozzy's most recognized signature song.


Line by Line Meaning

All aboard ha ha ha ha ha ha ha
Let's get ready for the ride of our lives and laugh along the way


Ay, ay, ay, ay, ay, ay, ay
Expressing excitement and anticipation for what's to come


Crazy, but that's how it goes
Acknowledging that the world and our experiences can be crazy and unpredictable


Millions of people living as foes
Many people live in conflict with each other


Maybe it's not too late
There is still a chance for change and to make things better


To learn how to love
We need to practice love and compassion towards others


And forget how to hate
Let go of negativity and grudges towards others


Mental wounds not healing
Emotional pain and scars still affecting the mind


Life's a bitter shame
Life can be difficult and full of disappointment


I'm going off the rails on a crazy train
Feeling like life is getting out of control


Let's go
Encouraging others to come along for the ride


I've listened to preachers
Having heard many religious and spiritual teachings


I've listened to fools
Having also encountered those who preach foolish ideas


I've watched all the dropouts
Observing those who have given up and dropped out of society


Who make their own rules
Some people refuse to conform and follow societal norms


One person conditioned to rule and control
Powerful individuals may try to control and manipulate others


The media sells it and you live the role
The media can shape public opinion and cause people to follow their lead


Mental wounds still screaming
Emotional pain and trauma still causing distress


Driving me insane
Feeling overwhelmed and losing one's grip on sanity


I know that things are going wrong for me
Feeling like everything is going against oneself


You gotta listen to my words, yeah
Urging others to pay attention and understand the struggles


Heirs of a cold war
People living in the aftermath and tensions of a major conflict


That's what we've become
Societal divisions and global issues have made us into this


Inheriting troubles I'm mentally numb
Being exposed to so many problems has desensitized us and made us feel numb


Crazy, I just cannot bear
Feeling overwhelmed and unable to cope with the craziness of the world


I'm living with something' that just isn't fair
Feeling like life is unjust and unfair


Who and what's to blame
Questioning the root causes of societal problems


I'm going off the rails on a crazy train
Expressing feelings of losing control and going mad


(Ha ha ha, bitch!)
Adding a final exclamation of craziness and laughter




Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: John Osbourne, Randy Rhoads, Robert Daisley

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Most interesting comment from YouTube:

@nicolasortiz8547

Lyrics:

All aboard ha ha ha ha ha ha ha

Ay, ay, ay, ay, ay, ay, ay

Crazy, but that's how it goes
Millions of people living as foes
Maybe it's not too late
To learn how to love
And forget how to hate

Mental wounds not healing
Life's a bitter shame
I'm going off the rails on a crazy train
I'm going off the rails on a crazy train

Let's go

I've listened to preachers
I've listened to fools
I've watched all the dropouts
Who make their own rules
One person conditioned to rule and control
The media sells it and you live the role

Mental wounds still screaming
Driving me insane
I'm going off the rails on a crazy train
I'm going off the rails on a crazy train

I know that things are going wrong for me
You gotta listen to my words, yeah

Heirs of a cold war
That's what we've become
Inheriting troubles I'm mentally numb
Crazy, I just cannot bear
I'm living with something' that just isn't fair

Mental wounds not healing
Who and what's to blame
I'm going off the rails on a crazy train
I'm going off the rails on a crazy train



All comments from YouTube:

@WhatIsTheDill

I played this song for a few friends. None of them liked it. Clearly I need new friends.

@ronaldreagan850

Dill I've seen your videos, they are great. (You have a good taste in music).

@kosjeyr

Yes, yes you do.

@bethfaulkner6477

I agree!

@nathanhopkins4791

Yes, yes you do.

@nathanhopkins4791

@@kosjeyr lol, I typed mine out before having even seen yours. high five

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@Scarecrow545

Opening riff: 🤘🏽☠️🤘🏽
Rest of the song: 🌈😇🦋

@Misty.mystify

True tho

@user-yt6li9ze9o

You are so right!! It is amazing😋😋me and my brother and I listen to this all the fucking time!!

@soyluison7212

Solo: 😈👿

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