With ba… Read Full Bio ↴Robert Cray is an American blues guitarist, composer and singer.
With bassist Richard Cousins, keyboardist Peter Boe and drummer Tom Murphy, they launched The Robert Cray Band in 1980 with "Who's Been Talkin". The album was recorded during constant touring in the U.S. in 1978. The record was initially shelved for two years, being eventually issued by the short-lived Tomato label (whose licence was picked up by "Atlantic Records" (U.S.) and "Charly" in the UK.
After several years of regional success, Cray was signed to Mercury in 1982. It was the connection with the producing and songwriting team of Bruce Bromberg and Dennis Walker at Hightone that helped to create the mold-breaking music of "Bad Influence" (1983) and "False Accusations" (1985).
In 1984, The Robert Cray Band completed their first European tour to critical acclaim. Cray's participation with Albert Collins and Johnny Copeland on "Showdown!" (1985, Alligator) and the 1986 album release, "Strong Persuader", again produced by Walker, both received Grammy Awards, while the crossover single "Smoking Gun" gave him wider appeal and name recognition. During 1986 Cray played 170 concerts, including his seventh European tour since 1984, building on his increasing reputation in the UK.
The Robert Cray Band's next album "Don't Be Afraid of the Dark" (1988) was recorded in Los Angeles, California, and featured David Sanborn on guest saxophone. The title song from the album won Cray his third Grammy, and he guested on Eric Clapton's "Journeyman", whilst also being on the bill at Clapton's eighteen show marathon at the Royal Albert Hall in London. In 1991 Cray was selected to present Howlin' Wolf's induction trophy to Wolf's widow, Lilly Burnett, at the sixth annual "Rock and Roll Hall of Fame" Awards. Later that year Cray took part in the "Newport Jazz Festival" with B. B. King and John Lee Hooker.
Cray issued his following records under his own name, Robert Cray
Just A Loser
The Robert Cray Band Lyrics
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Whose will is none too strong
But I don't want to lose her
Even if my choice is wrong
I've been used to all the heartache
The jealousy and pain
So I'm well aware of what it takes
I played a fool for her smile, I found a groove in her style
I hung on every word that she said
But she was living up inside my head
And I better think this whole thing through for awhile
I'm not one to gamble
But in love my rules slide
When my heart starts to ramble
I just hang on for the ride
I've sought advice from all of my friends
I've even read a million books
But all those good intentions and
When she gives me that come on look
I played a fool for her smile, I found a groove in her style
I hung on every word that she said
But she was living up inside my head
And I better think this whole thing through for awhile
I could go on in misery
But this feeling just won't die
She's healing on delivery
I have to give her one more try
It's really time to figure out
If this love we have is real
And let's find out what it's all about
And give the old cards one more deal
I played a fool for her smile, I found a groove in her style
I hung on every word that she said
But she was living up inside my head
And I better think this whole thing through for awhile
The Robert Cray Band's song Just A Loser is a reflection on the struggles of love and relationships. The singer acknowledges his lack of willpower and self-doubt, stating that he might be a loser. Despite his flaws, he desperately wants to hold onto his partner, even if it means making the wrong choice. The lyrics suggest that the singer has experienced heartache and pain before, and he knows that winning his love back will take effort.
Throughout the song, the singer confesses his vulnerability and willingness to do anything to win his partner's affection. He describes how he became enamored with her and hung on every word she said. He also acknowledges that he needs to think through the situation and figure out if the love they have is real. The singer seems to be searching for a way to reconcile his own self-doubt with his desires.
Overall, Just A Loser is a poignant exploration of the complexity of relationships. It delves into the challenge of balancing one's own emotions and desires with the realities of love and commitment.
Line by Line Meaning
Maybe I'm just a loser
I feel inadequate and unworthy.
Whose will is none too strong
I lack the strength of character to overcome my challenges.
But I don't want to lose her
I am afraid of losing the person I care about.
Even if my choice is wrong
I am willing to try anything to make the relationship work.
I've been used to all the heartache
I am familiar with the emotional pain of failed relationships.
The jealousy and pain
I have experienced feelings of jealousy and emotional distress.
So I'm well aware of what it takes
I understand the effort required to rebuild a relationship.
To win her back again
I want to regain her love and trust.
I played a fool for her smile, I found a groove in her style
I made mistakes to please her and adapted to her way of life.
I hung on every word that she said
I gave her my full attention and relied on her for guidance.
But she was living up inside my head
She occupied my thoughts and influenced my actions.
And I better think this whole thing through for awhile
I need to carefully analyze the situation and plan my next steps.
I'm not one to gamble
I usually avoid taking risks.
But in love my rules slide
I am willing to compromise my principles for love.
When my heart starts to ramble
When my emotions take over, my judgement is clouded.
I just hang on for the ride
I go along with the flow of the relationship without questioning it.
I've sought advice from all of my friends
I have consulted with my close acquaintances for insight.
I've even read a million books
I have tried to educate myself on the subject of love and relationships.
But all those good intentions and
Despite my sincere efforts,
When she gives me that come on look
When she flirts with me or shows signs of interest,
I played a fool for her smile, I found a groove in her style
I make the same mistakes, trying to please her and fit into her life.
I could go on in misery
I could continue to suffer emotionally.
But this feeling just won't die
My love for her is too strong to give up.
She's healing on delivery
My affection is therapeutic for her.
I have to give her one more try
I am willing to make one last effort to make things work.
It's really time to figure out
It is time to determine if the relationship is worth saving.
If this love we have is real
If our feelings for each other are genuine and not just infatuation.
And let's find out what it's all about
Let us discover the true depth of our connection.
And give the old cards one more deal
Let us try again to make the relationship work.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: TIM KAIHATSU
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