Robert Cray is an American blues guitarist, composer and singer.
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

anytime
The Robert Cray Band Lyrics

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I could be the one
That you talk to
Anytime

I could you make you coffee
Cream and sugar
Anytime

Come to my house
Sit by the window
You'll always have someone to talk to
Anytime

You can drop by
Late at night
Anytime

Come around here
Early in the morning
Anytime

I'm available today for you to see
It's easy to forget the way
Love used to be

Some days I fold the towels
Maybe I'll watch a game
I'm not lonely, I'm doing ok, ya see
I almost forgot her name

If you want to talk lost love
I'm here
Anytime

I read the paper on Sunday
That takes about a week right there
I never answer the telephone, see
That way I'm never here

If you want to talk lost love I'm here
Anytime

Mmmm
Mmmm

If you want to talk lost love I'm here

I could be the one

Any
Anytime

We can sit by the window
Yes we can

Talk about lost love

Love?

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of the song Anytime by The Robert Cray Band convey a message of companionship and empathy. The singer assures the listener that he is always available to talk to them anytime they want. He is willing to make them coffee or sit by their side and listen to their stories about lost love. The singer suggests that it is easy to forget the way love used to be, and he is ready to lend a sympathetic ear to anyone who needs it.

The singer also talks about his own life, saying that he is doing alright even though he has almost forgotten his lost love's name. He reads the paper on Sundays, watches games, and folds towels. The lyrics mention that he is never available on the phone as he does not answer it, suggesting that he prefers personal, face-to-face communication.

In summary, the song is like a lifeline to anyone who is feeling lonely, lost, or seeking a shoulder to lean on. The lyrics make us reflect on the importance of having someone to talk to and reminds us that we are not alone in our struggles.

Line by Line Meaning

I could be the one
I am willing to be the person you confide in

That you talk to
I am willing to listen when you need to talk

Anytime
I am available at any time

I could you make you coffee
I am willing to make you coffee

Cream and sugar
I can make the coffee however you like it

Come to my house
You are welcome to come to my house

Sit by the window
We can sit and talk by the window

You'll always have someone to talk to
You can always talk to me

You can drop by
You are welcome to stop by

Late at night
Even if it's late at night

Come around here
Feel free to come by