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
No Big Deal
The Robert Cray Band 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 The Robert Cray Band is a blues-rock track that speaks about the singer's preference for the simple things in life, such as his love for his partner and their intimate moments. The song begins by referencing materialistic things that people tend to pursue, such as money, pills, and fast cars, alluding to how they give others thrills, but the singer finds his excitement in his relationship. He stresses that he requires his partner to be in the mood and hears her moans for him to feel aroused. The second verse mentions the preferences of the women around him, who enjoy various types of music, but he firmly states that nothing compares to the sound of his beloved. The song ends with the singer emphasizing that he is content with his relationship and is not interested in any changes since he would "get me another" if anything were to happen, and it would not be a significant problem for him.
Line by Line Meaning
Everybody likes those folding bills
Money is universally appealing
And you might need those little white pills
Some people turn to drugs when they need a pick-me-up
Fast little cars give some people chills
Some people crave adrenaline rushes and excitement
But I need my baby to get my thrills
For the artist, true excitement and joy comes from being with their significant other
Ohh, I'm just wild about Mexican food
The artist loves Mexican food
Ohh, and you might think you're a real bad dude
Some people may have an inflated sense of self-importance or ego
You might need a drink to come unglued
Some people turn to alcohol when they need to relax or unwind
But I've got to have my baby when I'm in the mood
When the artist is in the mood for something, being with their significant other is the only thing that will satisfy them
And Lizzy likes to hear the saxophone
Lizzy has her own unique musical tastes and preferences
Terri likes the guitar tone
Terri has her own unique musical tastes and preferences
Shawny, she wants a dancing song, yeah
Shawny has her own unique musical tastes and preferences
But I'd rather hear my baby when she moans
When it comes to music, the only thing that really matters to the artist is hearing their significant other's voice
Now I know you know just how I feel
The singer believes that their audience can relate to their emotions and experiences
Going in circles don't make your will
Living life in a repetitive, cyclical pattern won't lead to personal growth or fulfillment
If I lose my baby or miss a meal
The singer would be upset to lose their significant other, but they also won't let it ruin their life
I'll get me another, ain't no big deal
If the artist loses their significant other, they won't be devastated because they believe they can find love again
No big deal
Losing a partner isn't the end of the world
Ain't no big deal
Losing a partner isn't the end of the world
Owwwwww!
Sound effect used to punctuate the end of the song
Contributed by Molly N. Suggest a correction in the comments below.