While Cray was among artists such as Stevie Ray Vaughan and George Thorogood who got wider radio airplay and regular MTV video exposure during the late 1980s, he started playing guitar in his early teens. At Denbigh High School in Newport News, Virginia, his love of blues and soul music flourished as he started collecting records. Originally, Robert Cray wanted to become an architect, but at about the same time he was going to study design in architecture he formed a local band "Steakface", described as "the best band from Lakewood you never heard of". Cray on guitar and vocals contributed greatly to Steakface's set list of songs by Jimi Hendrix, Quicksilver Messenger Service, Fleetwood Mac, the Grease Band, Blodwyn Pig, Jethro Tull, Forever More, Spirit, and The Faces.
By the time he was twenty, Cray had seen his heroes Albert Collins, Freddie King and Muddy Waters in concert, and decided to form his own band. His band started playing college towns on the west coast. After several years of regional success, Cray was signed to Mercury Records in 1982. His third release, Strong Persuader, received a Grammy Award, while the crossover single "Smokin' Gun" gave him wider appeal and name recognition.
By then Cray was an opening act for such major stars as Eric Clapton (who remains a friend to this day), and sold out larger venues as a solo artist. Cray has generally played Fender guitars (Telecasters and Stratocasters) and there are two signature Robert Cray Stratocasters models available from Fender.
Cray continues to record and tour.
No Big Deal
Robert Cray Lyrics
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And you might need those little white pills
Fast little cars give some people chills
But I need my baby to get my thrills
Yeah, I need my baby to get my thrills
Ohh, I'm just wild about Mexican food
Ohh, and you might think you're a real bad dude
But I've got to have my baby when I'm in the mood
Oh, I've got to have my baby when I'm in the mood
(Guitar solo)
And Lizzy likes to hear the saxophone
Terri likes the guitar tone
Shawny, she wants a dancing song, yeah
But I'd rather hear my baby when she moans
Ohh, I'd rather hear my baby when she moans
Now I know you know just how I feel
Going in circles don't make your will
If I lose my baby or miss a meal
I'll get me another, ain't no big deal
I said I'll get me another, ain't no big deal
No big deal
Ain't no big deal
Owwwwww!
(Some very strange noises by Young Bob!)
The song "No Big Deal" by Robert Cray is a perfect example of how each individual has their own unique way of finding pleasure in life. The lyrics talk about various things that people enjoy, such as money, drugs, cars, and music. However, the singer emphasizes that he needs his baby to truly feel alive and fulfilled. This idea is reinforced throughout the song as the singer continues to explain that he would rather be with his baby than hearing music, drinking, or any other activity that might be enjoyable to others.
The chorus of the song, "I'll get me another, ain't no big deal," suggests that the singer isn't attached to any specific person or thing. He's confident that he can find someone else if he loses his baby, but in reality, he really just wants to be with her. The line "Going in circles don't make your will" implies that he doesn't want to keep searching for happiness because he's found it with his significant other.
The guitar solo in the middle of the song perfectly captures the mood of the lyrics. It's both playful and intense, fitting with the singer's idea that he's enjoying life but still needs his baby to feel complete. Overall, "No Big Deal" is an excellent depiction of the importance of relationships and how individual experiences can vary greatly.
Line by Line Meaning
Everybody likes those folding bills
People tend to like money and the things it can buy
And you might need those little white pills
Sometimes people use drugs for various reasons
Fast little cars give some people chills
Some people enjoy the thrill of driving fast
But I need my baby to get my thrills
The singer finds his excitement in his significant other
Ohh, I'm just wild about Mexican food
The singer enjoys eating Mexican food
Ohh, and you might think you're a real bad dude
Some people might consider themselves tough or cool
You might need a drink to come unglued
Alcohol can be used to alleviate stress or tension
But I've got to have my baby when I'm in the mood
The singer wants to be with his significant other to feel good
And Lizzy likes to hear the saxophone
One person enjoys listening to saxophone music
Terri likes the guitar tone
Another person enjoys the sound of guitars
Shawny, she wants a dancing song, yeah
Yet another person likes music that makes her want to dance
But I'd rather hear my baby when she moans
The singer prefers to hear the sounds his significant other makes
Now I know you know just how I feel
The singer believes others can empathize with his perspective
Going in circles don't make your will
Repeating the same actions and behaviors won't help you achieve your goals
If I lose my baby or miss a meal
The singer considers losing his significant other to be just as bad as missing a meal
I'll get me another, ain't no big deal
The singer believes he can easily replace his significant other if necessary
No big deal
It's not a big deal
Ain't no big deal
It's really not a big deal at all
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