Crackin' Up
Paul McCartney Lyrics


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You're always karkin' 'bout the money I spent,
You never quit screamin' 'bout payin' the rent.

Quit buggin' me, yeah, yeah.
He's crackin' up, yeah, yeah.
He's crackin' up, yeah, yeah.
He's crackin' up, I'm crackin' up, baby.




Overall Meaning

The lyrics in Paul McCartney's song "Crackin' Up" showcase the strain on a relationship caused by financial issues. The singer's partner constantly complains about their spending habits and the need to pay rent. The use of the phrase "crackin' up" serves as a metaphor for the growing frustration and tension in the relationship. The singer takes a stand and pleads for their partner to stop "bugging" them, but the repetition of the phrase "he's crackin' up" indicates that both parties' mental states are deteriorating due to the financial strain. In the end, the singer acknowledges that they are also "crackin' up," showing the impact of financial issues on both individuals in a relationship.


One possible interpretation of this song is that it speaks to the wider issue of financial stress in society. Financial concerns are a major source of anxiety for many people, and this stress can have a significant impact on relationships. The repeated emphasis on "bugging" and "screaming" also suggests that communication breakdown is a common occurrence when couples face financial strain. Another interpretation is that the song speaks to the expectations placed on men in relationships to provide for their partners. The use of the pronoun "he" in the repeated phrase "he's crackin' up" suggests that the singer's partner is the one stressing about finances, indicating that the burden of financial responsibility is often placed on men.


Line by Line Meaning

You're always karkin' 'bout the money I spent,
You constantly nag me about the expenses I make.


You never quit screamin' 'bout payin' the rent.
You are always yelling at me to pay the rent.


Quit buggin' me, yeah, yeah.
Stop irritating me.


He's crackin' up, yeah, yeah.
He is losing control of himself.


He's crackin' up, yeah, yeah.
He is becoming mentally unstable.


He's crackin' up, I'm crackin' up, baby.
Both of us are losing our minds over this situation.




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