Crazy Train
Ozzy and Robie Zombie 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 lyrics of "Crazy Train" by Ozzy Osbourne and Rob Zombie is a reflection of the frustration and disillusion felt by society in the 1980s. It points out that people live their lives as foes, fueled by a deeply ingrained sense of hate. The song makes an argument that it's not too late to learn how to love and let go of hatred. However, for the singer, or the singer, the mental wounds, which are not healing, have pushed him off the edge and send him on a ride on a "crazy train."


The song speaks of a world where people are conditioned to rule, and control, and the media sells it, and the people live that role. The conditioning, according to the song, has caused mental wounds that do not heal, leaving people screaming and driving them insane. The singer of the song, who has listened to preachers and fools, can no longer bear living in a world where he is always off the rails due to the mental wounds he's received.


Line by Line Meaning

All aboard ha ha ha ha ha ha ha
The train is about to take off, and the laughter indicates that this train ride may be an interesting one.


Ay, ay, ay, ay, ay, ay, ay
Expressing excitement, anticipation, or even fear for what's to come.


Crazy, but that's how it goes
Life is unpredictable, full of ups and downs, and sometimes things just don't make sense.


Millions of people living as foes
The world can be a hostile place, and people often find themselves at odds with others over differences in beliefs, opinions, religions, etc.


Maybe it's not too late
There's always hope for change, and perhaps it's not too late to start making a difference.


To learn how to love
To overcome hate and learn to be compassionate towards others, despite perceived differences.


And forget how to hate
To let go of resentment, anger, and negative emotions, and instead cultivate love, kindness, and empathy.


Mental wounds not healing
Deep emotional scars that continue to hurt and affect one's mental wellbeing.


Life's a bitter shame
Life can be challenging and cruel, and sometimes it's difficult to find joy and happiness amidst the sorrow.


I'm going off the rails on a crazy train
The artist feels like they're losing control, spiraling out of sanity, and things are becoming increasingly chaotic and unpredictable.


I've listened to preachers
The singer has sought guidance and wisdom from religious leaders, but perhaps found their words to be unhelpful or even harmful.


I've listened to fools
The artist has entertained the ideas and opinions of foolish, misguided people who claim to know what's best.


I've watched all the dropouts
The singer has observed people who have given up on life or society, and perhaps learned something from their experiences.


Who make their own rules
These people do not conform to society's expectations or norms, but instead blaze their own trails and do things their own way.


One person conditioned to rule and control
There are those who seek power and domination over others, and they often manipulate the masses into following them blindly.


The media sells it and you live the role
The media has a powerful influence on shaping public opinion and can easily sway people's beliefs and behaviors.


Mental wounds still screaming
The artist's emotional scars are still raw and causing intense pain and distress.


Driving me insane
The singer feels like they're losing their grip on reality and becoming more and more unstable.


I know that things are going wrong for me
The singer acknowledges that their life is not going as planned and things are not working out.


You gotta listen to my words, yeah
The artist wants people to pay attention to what they're saying and take their concerns seriously.


Heirs of a cold war
The artist is referring to the legacy of the Cold War, which left a lasting impact on society and culture.


That's what we've become
The artist believes that society has become cold, distant, and divided as a result of the Cold War and its aftermath.


Inheriting troubles I'm mentally numb
The singer has inherited the problems and issues of previous generations, and it's taking a toll on their mental health.


Crazy, I just cannot bear
The artist is expressing their frustration and pain at the state of the world and their own personal struggles.


I'm living with something' that just isn't fair
The singer feels like they're dealing with something unjust, undeserved, or unfair, and it's causing them great distress.


Who and what's to blame
The singer is questioning the source of their problems and trying to figure out who or what is responsible.


I'm going off the rails on a crazy train
The singer is expressing their sense of losing control and spiraling out of stability.


(Ha ha ha, bitch!)
This line is likely meant to be a taunt or insult towards someone specific or the world at large, highlighting the artist's bitterness and resentment towards their predicament.




Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
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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