Their first release in 1985 was a seven-inch single named "Crazy Game", with the B-side "Everybody's Waiting (for Someone to Come Home)". That same year, the Indigo Girls released a six-track Extended play album named "Indigo Girls", and in 1987 released their first full-length album, Strange Fire, recorded at John Keane Studio in Athens, Georgia, and including "Crazy Game". With this release, they secured the services of Russell Carter, who remains their manager to the present; they had first approached him when the EP album was released, but he told them their songs were "immature" and they were not likely to get a record deal.
They were signed to Epic Records in 1989 and won the Grammy for best contemporary folk album later that year (for their self titled release) Some of their hit songs include "Galileo," "Closer to Fine," and "Shame on You."
Aside from being musicians, Ray and Saliers are activists, constantly supporting causes like gun control, women's rights, Native American rights, environmental protection, the abolition of the death penalty, and as lesbians themselves, LGBT rights. They constantly devote their time and money to such causes, often playing benefit concerts.
Ray and Saliers both have side projects. Ray owns and founded Daemon Records, an independent label based in Decatur. She also has a career as a solo artist, and has released two albums thus far. Saliers is the part owner of Watershed, a restaurant and wine bar in Decatur.
Together, the Indigo Girls are constantly touring. Their new album, Poseidon and the Bitter Bug, was released March 24, 2009.
Crazy Game
Indigo Girls Lyrics
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I never should have started to play
But now you couldn't tear me away
Love is sweet sweet baby
So good to you
So bad
And I fear
The situation's clear before my eyes
I've been a little bit stronger from the start
Listen to my heart
'Cause if you're ever believing
I'm thinking of leaving
Look to the moon
'Cause it's a fact
She may go wandering about
But she always comes shining back
And it's true
I'll wait for you
You dry your tears
Don't be thinking grey is here to stay
Sometimes everything is in the way
You're wanting to look at it
Turn your view around
Dry your eyes
Eyes like yours should carry a smile
I haven't seen them sparkle in a while
Give it one more try
Dry your eyes
'Cause if you're ever believing
I'm thinking of leaving
Look to the moon
'Cause it's a fact
She may go wandering about
But she always comes shining back
And it's true
I'll wait for you
In "Crazy Game," the Indigo Girls sing about the struggles of love and the confusion that comes with it. The singer admits that love is both sweet and bad, and they are afraid that the situation is clear before their eyes. They fear that confusion may break them, but they have been strong from the start, and they listen to their heart. Even if it seems like they want to leave, they tell their partner to look to the moon as a guiding light, because just like the moon, they may wander but will always come shining back. They assure their partner that they will wait for them and encourage them to dry their tears and not let the difficulties of life dampen their spirits.
Line by Line Meaning
Crazy game
Love can be a crazy, unpredictable game.
I never should have started to play
In hindsight, I regret getting involved in this game called love.
But now you couldn't tear me away
Despite the risks, I'm so invested in this relationship that I can't imagine leaving it now.
Love is sweet sweet baby
Love is a wonderful, powerful force that brings joy and happiness.
So good to you
Love can make you feel amazing when it's going well.
So bad
But when love goes wrong, it can be devastating.
And I fear
I'm scared of the potentially negative consequences of being in love.
The situation's clear before my eyes
I can see the reality of the situation I'm in, and it's both good and bad.
Confusion wants to break me and it tries
Despite knowing what's going on, I still feel confused and uncertain about what to do.
I've been a little bit stronger from the start
I've had some strength and resilience throughout this relationship.
Listen to my heart
I need to trust my instincts and feelings about this relationship.
'Cause if you're ever believing I'm thinking of leaving
If you're worried that I might leave you, please remember...
Look to the moon
Look to the moon for hope and reassurance in our love.
'Cause it's a fact
The moon always comes back, just like my love for you.
She may go wandering about
The moon may appear to move away or disappear, just like I might seem distant or uncertain at times.
But she always comes shining back
But the moon, just like my love, always returns to shine brightly again.
And it's true, I'll wait for you
I'm committed to waiting for you, no matter what happens or how long it takes.
You dry your tears
Stop crying and try to move on from your sadness.
Don't be thinking grey is here to stay
Don't dwell on the negative or let depression take hold, because things will get better eventually.
Sometimes everything is in the way
Sometimes other factors or challenges make it difficult to see the beauty in life.
You're wanting to look at it
You want to see the good in life and your relationship.
Turn your view around
Try to look at things from a different, more positive perspective.
Eyes like yours should carry a smile
Your eyes and your soul should be happy and joyful, not constantly consumed by sadness.
I haven't seen them sparkle in a while
I haven't seen you truly happy and glowing in some time.
Give it one more try
Try to make the relationship work one more time, despite the difficulties.
'Cause if you're ever believing I'm thinking of leaving
Again, just remember that I'm committed to this relationship.
Look to the moon
Find hope and inspiration in the moon's constant and enduring presence.
'Cause it's a fact
Just like the moon, my love for you is a constant fact that will not change.
She may go wandering about
Again, I may seem distant or uncertain at times, but this does not reflect my true love for you.
But she always comes shining back
Just like the moon, my love for you always returns and shines brightly.
And it's true, I'll wait for you
Once again, I am committed to waiting and fighting for our love.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: EMILY ANN SALIERS
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