Prior to signing with Arista Records in 2000, Vassar's songwriting talent was no stranger to the airwaves, penning number-one hits for some of the most popular country artists of the late 1990s: Jo Dee Messina ("Bye, Bye" and "I'm Alright"), Alan Jackson ("Right on the Money") and Tim McGraw ("My Next Thirty Years" and "For A Little While"). He has also written songs for Collin Raye ("Little Red Rodeo") and Blackhawk ("Postmarked Birmingham").
Vassar also co-owns a piano bar outside Nashville, Tennessee, where he performed his own material prior to signing a record deal.
crazy life
Phil Vassar Lyrics
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It wakes the worries in my head
And I pour myself a bowl of Cheerios
I think about the good and bad
The happiness outweighs the sad
And the balance evens out the highs and lows
Today, there's lessons to be learned
There's progress to be made
[Chorus]
It's a crazy life, a crazy life
It keeps you on your toes
You never know what lies in store for you
Or where it's gonna go
Hellos, goodbyes, you laugh or cry
You're free to pick and choose, you win or lose
You're either wrong or right
Yeah, it's a crazy life
I think of lovers come and gone
And the people I've depended on
And I subtract the pleasure from the cost
Except for maybe two or three
They've drifted far away from me
Or maybe I'm the one who's gotten lost
But you can never go back home, no matter how you try
And once you've said, "Goodbye."
You've said it all and its over
[Chorus: x2]
Oh, yeah, it's a crazy life
Phil Vassar's song "Crazy Life" explores the ups and downs of life and its many uncertainties. In the first verse, he wakes up and reflects on his life, acknowledging that there are good times and bad times, but that he always tries to find balance. He recognizes that there are always lessons to be learned and progress to be made, and that each day is an opportunity to become a little older and wiser. The chorus emphasizes the unpredictable nature of life, with its hellos and goodbyes, laughter and tears, and the freedom to make choices that lead to either victory or defeat. He acknowledges that life can be overwhelming and chaotic, but ultimately, it is a beautiful and crazy journey.
In the second verse, Vassar thinks about people who have come in and out of his life, and how he has had to let go of them. He realizes that even though he may try to go back, he can never truly recapture those moments that are now in the past. He acknowledges that saying goodbye is not always easy, but it is a natural part of life. The repetition of the chorus emphasizes that life is a constant cycle of hellos and goodbyes, laughter and tears, and victories and losses. The song ends with Vassar stating that life is indeed crazy, but it is also a beautiful and unforgettable journey.
Line by Line Meaning
I rise and stumble from the bed
I wake up and get out of bed, feeling a bit groggy and not quite ready to start the day.
It wakes the worries in my head
Getting up reminds me of all the things I have to do, which can be overwhelming.
And I pour myself a bowl of Cheerios
I grab a quick breakfast to start my day.
I think about the good and bad
I reflect on both the positive and negative aspects of my life.
The happiness outweighs the sad
Despite the struggles, I am generally happy and content with my life.
And the balance evens out the highs and lows
In the end, my life is balanced and the good outweighs the bad.
Today, there's lessons to be learned
Each day presents opportunities for growth and learning.
There's progress to be made
I have goals and aspirations that I am working towards.
Tomorrow, I can say, "I'm a little older and wiser."
Each day I gain more experience and knowledge, making me a bit wiser than the day before.
It's a crazy life, a crazy life
Life is unpredictable and can be chaotic at times.
It keeps you on your toes
You never know what's going to happen next and you have to be ready to adapt.
You never know what lies in store for you
Life is full of surprises and you can't predict what's going to happen.
Or where it's gonna go
Life is unpredictable and it's hard to know where you'll end up.
Hellos, goodbyes, you laugh or cry
Life is full of ups and downs, including meeting new people, saying goodbye to loved ones, and experiencing both joy and sorrow.
You're free to pick and choose, you win or lose
You have the power to make choices and sometimes they work out in your favor, and sometimes they don't.
You're either wrong or right
There are consequences to your decisions and sometimes they are the right ones, and sometimes they are not.
Yeah, it's a crazy life
In summary, life is unpredictable, full of ups and downs, and can be a bit overwhelming at times.
I think of lovers come and gone
I reflect on past relationships and the people who have come and gone in my life.
And the people I've depended on
I think about the people who have been there for me and supported me throughout my life.
And I subtract the pleasure from the cost
I weigh the good times against the bad times and try to come to a balance.
Except for maybe two or three
While most people have left my life, there are a couple who have remained close over the years.
They've drifted far away from me
Most people in my life have moved on and we have grown apart.
Or maybe I'm the one who's gotten lost
Perhaps I am the one who has changed and grown apart from others.
But you can never go back home, no matter how you try
No matter how much you wish things were different, you can't go back to the past and change what has already happened.
And once you've said, "Goodbye."
Saying goodbye to someone is final and cannot be undone.
You've said it all and its over
Once you have said goodbye, the relationship is over and there is no going back.
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