Crazy
Ne-Yo Lyrics

Compound, Rockafella
This is a reference to Jay-Z’s record label Roc-A-Fella Records, which was founded in partnership with Kareem “Biggs” Burke and Damon Dash. It was later merged with Def Jam Records.

And Ne-yo's like
This line could indicate the change in tone between the previous lyrics and the forthcoming ones, with Ne-Yo stepping into the role of the singer.

Young Michael, I'm Quincy, ho
This is a reference to Michael Jackson and Quincy Jones, respectively. It shows Ne-Yo’s admiration for the two iconic figures in the music industry.

Now hear the flow that broke the Da Vinci code
This line might mean that Ne-Yo’s music and lyrics are so complex and intricate that it is comparable to the famous code created by Leonardo Da Vinci.

I'm psycho
This line could signify Ne-Yo's erratic behavior that is coming across through his lyrics.

Everything I write go together so nice
This line could mean that Ne-Yo takes great pride in his song-writing skills and feels that he has mastered the art of making words and lyrics flow coherently.

Like a wedding, make you wanna throw rice
This line could be a metaphor for how Ne-Yo’s songs are joyful and celebratory, just like weddings.

I'm schizo
This line suggests that Ne-Yo feels he has a split personality or exhibits erratic behavior.

(Coo-coo) clock don't tick so
This line suggests that Ne-Yo's mind is in a state of chaos, so much so that time doesn't seem to be moving forward.

Right sometimes till the chicks noodles
This line is a play on words, meaning that Ne-Yo's lyrics are so compelling and emotive that they can make someone’s heart race, even making them feel like their brain is boiling, like overcooked noodles.

I got screws loose
This line simply means that Ne-Yo feels his mental state is unstable, like he's missing something.

I pull words out the air like blue tooth
This line might mean that Ne-Yo feels his words flow out of him naturally or effortlessly, as easily as blue tooth connects two devices.

I'm a sandwich short of a picnic
This expression is slang for someone who is not quite right in the head or missing some mental faculties.

Ignorant thoughts come across
This line means that Ne-Yo sometimes thinks irrational or uninformed thoughts.

You'd sworn that I written this
This line shows that Ne-Yo has an innate ability to express himself eloquently to the point where listeners might think he wrote about a personal experience.

But I didn't, so maybe
This line suggests that Ne-Yo is pointing out that he hasn’t written about anything in particular rather it is a result of his creative passion that's driving his lyrics.

It's good to be crazy
This line suggests that Ne-Yo embraces his oddities and aspects of his personality that may cause him to be perceived as crazy.

Isn't it, baby?
This line might be a rhetorical question posed to his partner in a playful manner.

I wrote your name on my wall three thousand times
This line is an expression of deep affection, with Ne-Yo saying he's written his partner's name on his wall multiple times.

Last night you were on my mind
This line signifies that Ne-Yo is thinking about his partner at all times and can't get them out of his head.

That's what you do to me
This line is a repetition that emphasizes how Ne-Yo’s partner is a significant part of his life and influences his thoughts and emotions.

Then, one by one I went down the line just repeating it
This line could mean that Ne-Yo is so enamored with his partner that he can’t help but keep repeating the name of the person who’s on his mind.

'Cause it makes me smile
This line suggests that thinking about his partner brings a sense of joy to Ne-Yo.

Some say that it's Just strange to act that way
This line might mean that people who don’t understand what love feels like think it's strange to be as obsessed with someone as Ne-Yo is.

But they don't understand
This line could signify that people who don't understand love, like Ne-Yo does with his partner, can judge him unfairly.

No, they don't get it
This line emphasizes the point made above, that some people just don’t understand the depth of affection Ne-Yo feels for his partner.

You're so magnetic
This line is a compliment that emphasizes how Ne-Yo is deeply attracted to his partner and feels as drawn to them as a magnet.

Though it's pathetic
This line could mean that Ne-Yo acknowledges that his obsession might be seen as pitiful by others, but the feeling prevails regardless.

To them I simply turn and say...
This line implies that Ne-Yo would defend himself if someone were to criticize him for his loving behavior.

Just call me crazy
This line is Ne-Yo’s way of implying that he is not ashamed of being in love and being seen as crazy for it.

Insane, deranged
These words reflect the judgment that is put on people who are madly in love and would do anything for that someone.

It don't matter to me
This line suggests that people can appear as crazy as long as they have love and be happy, and other peers' opinions shouldn't matter.

Call it what you want to; I don't care
This line signifies that the judgment of other people does not impact Ne-Yo's love for his partner.

And it doesn't make a difference 'long as she's there
This line signifies that Ne-Yo's partner is the only one that matters, and everything else is just background noise.

Lovin' you is crazy
This line conveys the idea that Ne-Yo is deeply in love with his partner, despite the feelings being described as crazy by some people.

Crazy is what I'll be
This line implies that Ne-Yo will accept the label of craziness if it means that he gets to love his partner honestly and faithfully.

Ooo, crazy, ooo, crazy, ooo
This line is an expression of affirmation or excitement for feeling crazy in love.

Lately it seems like every song I write is about you
This line is an expression of how much Ne-Yo is influenced by his partner and how everything in his life revolves around them.

Ooo, I love your style
This line is a form of appreciation that Ne-Yo has towards his partner.

And it just don't make no sense, oh, how my swagger is crooked
This line means that Ne-Yo's life doesn't feel complete without his partner's presence. Everything seems a little bit off and not just right without them.

If you ain't by my side
This line signifies that Ne-Yo is so used to his partner's presence that he isn't sure how to live without them.

(Just call me crazy)
This line is a repetition that emphasizes how Ne-Yo feels the label of craziness is a fair description of his state of mind.

I talk to your picture
This line implies that Ne-Yo has an emotional connection to his partner to the extent that he talks to their picture when they're not around.

Ooo, write your name in the mirror
This line signifies Ne-Yo's affection for his partner, which is making him do things as simple and sweet as writing their name on a mirror.

Right after I love you down (Whoa) I need you so much
This line signifies that Ne-Yo’s affection for his partner exists beyond just the act itself and continues even after they’ve been physically intimate.