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Seal — Crazy
Album: Seal
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Released: 1991
Length: 5:49
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In a church by the face
He talks about the people going under

Only child know...

A man decides after seventy years
That what he goes there for
Is to unlock the door
While those around him criticize and sleep

And through a fractal on that breaking wall
I see you my friend and touch your face again
Miracles will happen as we trip

But we're never gonna survive unless
We get a little crazy
No, we're never gonna survive unless
We are a little
Crazy crazy crazy

Crazy are the people walking through my head
One of them got a gun to shoot the other one
And yet together they were friends at school
Get it, get it, get it, yeah!

If all were there when we first took the pill
Then maybe then maybe then maybe then maybe
Miracles will happen as we speak

But we're never gonna survive unless
We get a little crazy
No we're never gonna survive unless
We are a little
Crazy
No no we'll never survive unless we get a little bit

A man decides to go along after seventy years
Oh darling
In a sky full of people only some want to fly
Isn't that crazy
In a world full of people only some want to fly
Isn't that crazy
Crazy
In a heaven of people there's only some want to fly
Ain't that crazy
Oh babe Oh darlin'
In a world full of people there's only some want to fly
Isn't that crazy
Isn't that crazy Isn't that crazy Isn't that crazy

Oh
But we're never gonna survive unless we get a little crazy crazy
No we're never gonna to survive unless we are a little crazy
But we're never gonna survive unless we get a little crazy crazy
No we're never gonna to survive unless we are a little crazy
No no never survive unless we get a little bit

And then you see things
The size of which you've never known before
They'll break it
Someday
Only child know
Them things
The size
Of which you've never known before
Someday
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A rare popular song that critics admire and has aged well!
Posted 1 day ago by nelsonha    [ Reply ]
 themusicroob wrote:


What has been seen cannot be unseen....so now this lives rent-free in my mind forever...
Posted 1 year ago by annie_fannie    [ Reply ]
 tulfan wrote:
A baby seal walked into a club... (apologies...)

The importance of punctuation... 
"Stop clubbing, Baby Seals!" <smile>
Posted 2 years ago by IvanTheMediocre    [ Reply ]
I remember using this song to demo DCM CX-27 speakers ... I wish I hadn't sold my personal set as they stopped making them shortly afterward...errr
Posted 2 years ago by tulfan    [ Reply ]
 britishaudioman wrote:
I went clubbing with Seal once 


A baby seal walked into a club... (apologies...)
Posted 2 years ago by tulfan    [ Reply ]
 themusicroob wrote:


I don't find this racist, just in poor taste.
Posted 2 years ago by todbothom    [ Reply ]
 Laptopdog wrote:

When this song came out I had a roommate who said he didn't understand that line, "In a world full of people, there's only some want to fly." 
Not a real fun guy.




Yep, I agree!  He was probably a dud at parties!   
Posted 2 years ago by joejennings    [ Reply ]
 RDMOOZ1865 wrote:

The image is plainly dehumanizing. Insisting it is mere satire is to assume it does no harm, it's just a joke, we all gotta get over ourselves. But that position varies sharply based on your point of observation. Or, sitting just on the wings of the question: Does it fall under free comment and criticism? Yes, probably. But is it also crude, crass and unenlightened? Yes, it is. And all these tangents are the bilge water that weighs RP down. The site is about a meticulously curated and presented mix of music.




Get over yourself, really. There is nothing crude, crass, or unenlightened about this photo. Exactly the opposite. It is an intelligent  combination of words and images to make a humorous statement. The idea that you think this is racist or something tangential displays your own racism and sensitivity. I commented her before about this - Suppose it was a white performer and his or her head were placed on a baby seal? Would that still be as crass,crude , and unenlightened as the image you're commenting on? FWIW, I bet if Seal saw this image he would laugh his ass off.
Posted 2 years ago by Jelani    [ Reply ]
 h8rhater wrote:

Racist? No.

In bad taste? Probably. 

Kinda gives me the creeps.



Creeps is good. Lets you know you're alive and that there are other things out there...
Posted 2 years ago by Jelani    [ Reply ]
Love this song, one of those I'm listening to while writing and have to look up and see who this is. I probably heard it back in the 90s in my youth but never knew the name. Thanks to RP now I have this song on my best off 
Posted 2 years ago by TrevorWGoodchild    [ Reply ]
While I really like this somg, I don't like the version RP is playing: This a typical 80/90ies 'Maxi-Single' Version, where some producer added one or two longish sequences that are not more than a shallow and boring copy of the song's main theme. Unfortunately, while these additional sequences make the song longer, they actually make it worse. 

Please play the single version, absolutely great and no weak parts!
Posted 2 years ago by nicolas65    [ Reply ]
When this song came out I had a roommate who said he didn't understand that line, "In a world full of people, there's only some want to fly." 
Not a real fun guy.
Posted 2 years ago by Laptopdog    [ Reply ]
Sir Seal can sing...
Posted 2 years ago by jef    [ Reply ]
 Jelani wrote:


What's racist about it? Would it be racist if it were a white guy named SEAL? get over yourself.

Racist? No.

In bad taste? Probably. 

Kinda gives me the creeps.
Posted 2 years ago by h8rhater    [ Reply ]
 themusicroob wrote:


I suppose it had to be done. 
First, I disliked.... but then I liked. Weird.
Posted 2 years ago by einsteinstoe    [ Reply ]
Absolutely love this song. 
Posted 2 years ago by IndyDoug    [ Reply ]
EXCEPTIONAL!!! Especially in FLAC w/ K701 studio phones, great amp & DAC!
Posted 2 years ago by eileenomurphy    [ Reply ]
The image is plainly dehumanizing. Insisting it is mere satire is to assume it does no harm, it's just a joke, we all gotta get over ourselves. But that position varies sharply based on your point of observation. Or, sitting just on the wings of the question: Does it fall under free comment and criticism? Yes, probably. But is it also crude, crass and unenlightened? Yes, it is. And all these tangents are the bilge water that weighs RP down. The site is about a meticulously curated and presented mix of music.
Posted 2 years ago by RDMOOZ1865    [ Reply ]
This track is so much better than "Kiss From A Rose" that the radio stations were completely obsessed with.
Posted 3 years ago by timmus    [ Reply ]
Very good
Posted 3 years ago by mvandenakker    [ Reply ]
 MassivRuss wrote:


OMG LOLZ ROTFL



omg to the square... hahaha damn this is... CRAZY
Posted 3 years ago by jot    [ Reply ]
 themusicroob wrote:



Now that is disturbing
Posted 3 years ago by lrtripp    [ Reply ]
Everyone involved in the creation of this song and it’s release should be very proud.
Posted 3 years ago by meatmike    [ Reply ]
 On_The_Beach wrote:

He was a little crazy.


she was the contolling nutter!
Posted 3 years ago by Johnny_Alpha    [ Reply ]
Always jazzed to hear this! Thank you! We’re never gonna survive unless we get a little crazy. Hang in there folks, I believe we can make the world a better place.
Posted 3 years ago by Dahlia_Gumbo    [ Reply ]
Memories of an ex-gf. Good memories, hah! Didn't expect that didja? Instant 9 for me.
Posted 3 years ago by bahalana    [ Reply ]
Here's something crazy: play more Seal! His albums are very sublime, especially the self-titled ones. 
Posted 3 years ago by alisathegreat    [ Reply ]
May need an edit.  Best of 1991 - 2004 released in 1991?
Posted 3 years ago by rtnies    [ Reply ]
 garyevans wrote:



Your fate sealed.

Yes.  Contributing to herd immunity.....
Posted 3 years ago by westslope    [ Reply ]
 westslope wrote:

Terrific music for the pandemic!    

I tested positive but am not worried at all as I have been largely asymptomatic. 




Your fate sealed.
Posted 3 years ago by garyevans    [ Reply ]
Terrific music for the pandemic!    

I tested positive but am not worried at all as I have been largely asymptomatic. 
Posted 3 years ago by westslope    [ Reply ]
Love this mix, it's different than the one you hear all the time. Awesome!
Posted 3 years ago by Jazzy_NL    [ Reply ]
 Jelani wrote:


What's racist about it? Would it be racist if it were a white guy named SEAL? get over yourself.

I suppose likening a black man to an animal might not be racist under certain circumstances.   Eye of the beholder though, might argue against taking the chance.
Posted 3 years ago by h8rhater    [ Reply ]
Maybe it's my new speakers, but the production quality of this track is just fantastic.
Posted 3 years ago by DigitalJer    [ Reply ]
I want to watch The Devil Wears Prada every time I hear this song
Posted 3 years ago by nursshar1    [ Reply ]
30 years ago.  Where did it go?
Posted 3 years ago by TampaPurple    [ Reply ]
I bumped it up to 10! Can’t not dance to this.
Posted 3 years ago by Dahlia_Gumbo    [ Reply ]
 themusicroob wrote:
 

OMG LOLZ ROTFL

Posted 3 years ago by MassivRuss    [ Reply ]
 SomersetBob wrote:
I love Seal's voice - just bumped this from an 8 to a 9 {#Yes}
 

Posted 3 years ago by primeeileen133    [ Reply ]
 RDMOOZ1865 wrote:

This is dehumanizing imagery. It is way past time to have moved past this form of representation. Plus, the man can sing.
 
And it's just not even witty.
Posted 3 years ago by ExpatLarry    [ Reply ]
There is originality in this song and it really cooks. Also, in my opinion it has really stood the test of time. Still makes me turn it up.
Posted 3 years ago by ExpatLarry    [ Reply ]
 britishaudioman wrote:
I went clubbing with Seal once 
 

Posted 3 years ago by lgonzale803    [ Reply ]
One of my best memories from 1991, the start of the best fucking decade in the past 55 years (imho).
Posted 3 years ago by dwlangham    [ Reply ]
firefox volume : 100%
windows volume : 100%
manual volume button on speaker : 100%

Awwww yeah
Posted 4 years ago by SomeKindOstrich    [ Reply ]
 beinder wrote:

<INSERT IMAGE OF SEAL'S HEAD ON A SEAL HERE>

I was unsure if this needed a thumbs up or down at first, but after a moment of reflection I wonder if any artistic, comedic or sarcastic merit is completely overshadowed by it being really racist.
 

What's racist about it? Would it be racist if it were a white guy named SEAL? get over yourself.
Posted 4 years ago by Jelani    [ Reply ]
 themusicroob wrote:
 
Oh Dear lord....Thumbs up   or    Thumbs down
Posted 4 years ago by grhorn    [ Reply ]
 j_mason wrote:

It's a pun. Seal and clubs..
 
Call the pun patrol!! 
Posted 4 years ago by folkes.tom    [ Reply ]
 RDMOOZ1865 wrote:

This is dehumanizing imagery. It is way past time to have moved past this form of representation. Plus, the man can sing.
 Stop it, you. It's satire. Comedy. A joke. Get it? Your attitude is dehumanizing, and teh trouble with the world right now.
Posted 4 years ago by Jelani    [ Reply ]
Una super rola!
Posted 4 years ago by quiqma    [ Reply ]
 themusicroob wrote:
 
This image is soooo creepy, I am at lost for words except take it down.
Posted 4 years ago by PhilippeTorres    [ Reply ]
 beinder wrote:

<INSERT IMAGE OF SEAL'S HEAD ON A SEAL HERE>

I was unsure if this needed a thumbs up or down at first, but after a moment of reflection I wonder if any artistic, comedic or sarcastic merit is completely overshadowed by it being really racist.
 
Racist?
Juvenile maybe, though how the hell is it racist? 
Posted 4 years ago by lizardking    [ Reply ]
 themusicroob wrote:
 
This is dehumanizing imagery. It is way past time to have moved past this form of representation. Plus, the man can sing.
Posted 4 years ago by RDMOOZ1865    [ Reply ]
Great tune.  A song for our times me thinks.  

Highlow
American Net'Zen
Posted 4 years ago by Highlowsel    [ Reply ]
 themusicroob wrote:
 
<INSERT IMAGE OF SEAL'S HEAD ON A SEAL HERE>

I was unsure if this needed a thumbs up or down at first, but after a moment of reflection I wonder if any artistic, comedic or sarcastic merit is completely overshadowed by it being really racist.
Posted 4 years ago by beinder    [ Reply ]
 j_mason wrote:

It's a pun. Seal and clubs..
 
A particularly weak one about a topic sure to troll but, yes it's a pun.
Posted 4 years ago by h8rhater    [ Reply ]
The cover image be looking like....



Posted 4 years ago by Punkysoup    [ Reply ]
 Clssmi wrote:
Me too! 

 britishaudioman wrote:
I went clubbing with Seal once 
 

 

that was YOU?
Posted 4 years ago by redaction    [ Reply ]
Me too! 

 britishaudioman wrote:
I went clubbing with Seal once 
 

Posted 4 years ago by Clssmi    [ Reply ]
 SomersetBob wrote:
I love Seal's voice - just bumped this from an 8 to a 9 {#Yes}
 

OK.
Posted 4 years ago by penn07    [ Reply ]
 Ben_D_Wire wrote:


I just went to a 10 
 

Still playing catch up.... 7-=>8.  
Posted 5 years ago by SpencerAR    [ Reply ]
 SomersetBob wrote:
I love Seal's voice - just bumped this from an 8 to a 9 {#Yes}
 

I just went to a 10 
Posted 5 years ago by Ben_D_Wire    [ Reply ]
 gwolfie1959 wrote:

Just to clarify, the thumbs down I gave is for the posting of this picture, and not for Seal himself. I'm not sure what the other thumbs up or down meanings were really for.
 
Same for me - thumps down meant unacceptable photo. Not funny, just disgusting.
Posted 5 years ago by B_Drexler    [ Reply ]
 themusicroob wrote:
 
Just to clarify, the thumbs down I gave is for the posting of this picture, and not for Seal himself. I'm not sure what the other thumbs up or down meanings were really for.
Posted 5 years ago by gwolfie1959    [ Reply ]
 aspicer wrote:

....AND...?
 
It's a pun. Seal and clubs..
Posted 5 years ago by j_mason    [ Reply ]
 britishaudioman wrote:
I went clubbing with Seal once 
 
....AND...?
Posted 5 years ago by aspicer    [ Reply ]
 britishaudioman wrote:
I went clubbing with Seal once 
 

Well?  Stories!?!!  Don't be shy.  
Posted 5 years ago by westslope    [ Reply ]
"Crazy are the people walking through my head
One of them got a gun to shoot the other one
And yet together they were friends at school...."-- Seal, 1991


Nov. 1, 1991: A physics graduate student kills five University of Iowa officials and wounds two others. The student then fatally shoots himself.

 
 
Posted 5 years ago by mrtuba9    [ Reply ]
I went clubbing with Seal once 
Posted 5 years ago by britishaudioman    [ Reply ]
Good flashback to the 90's.  Thanks!
Posted 5 years ago by unclehud    [ Reply ]
Posted 6 years ago by sunflowerbee    [ Reply ]
Posted 6 years ago by themusicroob    [ Reply ]
 iheartparadise wrote:
Only on RP will you hear Jethro Tull and Ozric Tentacles followed by Seal. WELL DONE! 
 
Interestingly enough, they just played the same three artists consecutively in the same order today (12-Sept-2018).  Coincidence? :)

I wasn't familiar with Seal's music, but based on this song, I think I'm gonna have to give him a listen.
Posted 6 years ago by beerslayer    [ Reply ]
 SomersetBob wrote:
I love Seal's voice - just bumped this from an 8 to a 9 {#Yes}
 

Amazing voice and style. 
Posted 6 years ago by Chrispy_one    [ Reply ]
I love Seal's voice - just bumped this from an 8 to a 9 {#Yes}
Posted 6 years ago by SomersetBob    [ Reply ]
Only on RP will you hear Jethro Tull and Ozric Tentacles followed by Seal. WELL DONE! 
Posted 6 years ago by iheartparadise    [ Reply ]
Even if he were to sing the phonebook, he would still sound like a god. It's not me who said that, but Trevor himself.
Posted 6 years ago by eveliko    [ Reply ]
One of those songs that no matter how many times I hear it played, I still enjoy it. 

I look at the title in my Itunes library and skip by it because I've heard it so much.

But when I hear it on RP,  I realize I still really like this song.
Posted 6 years ago by rabaak    [ Reply ]
Not a 10 for everyone.
But the memories this tune brings back are priceless.

Hi Linda!
Posted 7 years ago by Faithful_Fool    [ Reply ]
I distinctly remember this fresh song at the time being used to demonstrate a pair of DCM CX27 speakers with some Onkyo powerhouse feeding them and I fell in love with the equipment and song. Would love to have those CX27s back...sigh
Posted 7 years ago by tulfan    [ Reply ]
 VH1 wrote:
He was quite crazy to marry that dopey cow Heidi! {#Frustrated}{#Iamwithstupid}{#Skull}

 
You said it!
Posted 7 years ago by pankman    [ Reply ]
 joempie wrote:
A good song of course, but a bit very mainstream for RP standards. Heard this on mainstream radio a 1000 times already...

 
That shouldn't disqualify it.  The highest ranked songs on the RP playlist are mostly songs heard on "mainstream" radio ad nauseum.  Even your selections of 10s include such over-played radio staples like "Fly Like An Eagle", "A Whiter Shade of Pale", and "Comfortably Numb".
Posted 8 years ago by Proclivities    [ Reply ]
He was quite crazy to marry that dopey cow Heidi! {#Frustrated}{#Iamwithstupid}{#Skull}
Posted 8 years ago by VH1    [ Reply ]
 jasonv wrote:
This whole album is a good listen.

 
Agreed as well.  Listened to it a lot back in the day...
Posted 8 years ago by drictor    [ Reply ]
 joempie wrote:
A good song of course, but a bit very mainstream for RP standards. Heard this on mainstream radio a 1000 times already...

 
In other words, eclectic?
Posted 8 years ago by Ulises    [ Reply ]
Great writer, excellent voice, and an even better bass player{#Bananajam}
Posted 8 years ago by below72    [ Reply ]
A good song of course, but a bit very mainstream for RP standards. Heard this on mainstream radio a 1000 times already...
Posted 8 years ago by joempie    [ Reply ]
Timeless, inspiring lyrics.
Posted 8 years ago by maboleth    [ Reply ]
More from this album would be welcomed in my home??

Thanks Bill

{#Hearteyes}
Posted 8 years ago by fitmartin    [ Reply ]
And the lyrics are so modern and true.
Posted 8 years ago by maboleth    [ Reply ]
One of my favorite all-time songs. 
 
Posted 8 years ago by Danimal174    [ Reply ]
Love Seal's distinctive voice
Posted 9 years ago by dubberdan    [ Reply ]
 jasonv wrote:
This whole album is a good listen.

 
Agreed.
Posted 9 years ago by TerryS    [ Reply ]
This whole album is a good listen.
Posted 9 years ago by jasonv    [ Reply ]
{#Bananajam}{#Bananasplit}{#Sunny}
Posted 9 years ago by Huwie    [ Reply ]
Awesome, tight, melodic - great tune.
Posted 9 years ago by Stratocaster    [ Reply ]
Always liked the music of this tune, only now I stopped to read the lyrics and wow, I totally agree!!
Posted 9 years ago by hugogdt    [ Reply ]
Wow. Haven't heard this in years.

I went to Seal's homecoming gig on his first tour (1991 I think, the year is hazy). An absolutely stellar show. In the space of a year he'd gone from being a guest vocalist to fronting a four piece rock band (including the impressive Gus Isidore). There was a particularly cool, spacious cover of Hey Joe, which I still remember vividly. 
Posted 9 years ago by michaelkh    [ Reply ]
{#Bananajam}{#Bananasplit}{#Dancingbanana_2}{#Bananajam}
Posted 9 years ago by JBarDom    [ Reply ]
Always liked this song.  Thanks, Bill!
Posted 9 years ago by scarletdancer    [ Reply ]
 Michellegoguen wrote:
Best road tripping CD EVER!!! Even after thousands of listens, I still hear layering I've never noticed. Brilliant.

 
All hail the Horn.


Posted 9 years ago by planet_lizard    [ Reply ]
 Emwolb wrote:

Seasoned correctly, and with small roasted potatoes and asparagus, with a light vinaigrette, is quite tasty.
 
{#Lol}  Don't forget to light a couple of whale-blubber lamps for a little ambiance.
Posted 10 years ago by Proclivities    [ Reply ]
Terrific sets today Bill!  

Even the Bersker warriors are putting down their weapons and grooving to it all. 

{#War} 
Posted 10 years ago by westslope    [ Reply ]
Best road tripping CD EVER!!! Even after thousands of listens, I still hear layering I've never noticed. Brilliant.
Posted 10 years ago by Michellegoguen    [ Reply ]
A great album, very complete, eclectic and strange.
Great tune too.
Posted 10 years ago by CoYoT51    [ Reply ]
{#Drummer} {#Bananajam} {#Dancingbanana} {#Bananapiano} {#Bananasplit} {#Dancingbanana_2} {#Motor} {#Clap} 
{#Drummer} {#Bananajam} {#Dancingbanana} {#Bananapiano} {#Bananasplit} {#Dancingbanana_2} {#Motor} {#Clap} 
  
Posted 10 years ago by Peter_Bradshaw    [ Reply ]
 Krakus wrote:
....and why Heidi Klum left Seal?
 
He was a little crazy.
Posted 10 years ago by On_The_Beach    [ Reply ]

boober wrote:

That's what she said

 
 {#Roflol}
Posted 10 years ago by afrixluvguy    [ Reply ]
....and why Heidi Klum left Seal?
Posted 10 years ago by Krakus    [ Reply ]
 lshinkawa wrote:
Love Seal.

 
Seasoned correctly, and with small roasted potatoes and asparagus, with a light vinegarette, is quite tasty.
Posted 11 years ago by Emwolb    [ Reply ]
 Mandible wrote:
 married to Heidi Klum
 
she's with me now
and we get a little crazy 
Posted 11 years ago by boober    [ Reply ]
 vanmas wrote:
Nice version of this song...
Is this the 12 inch?
 
That's what she said
Posted 11 years ago by boober    [ Reply ]
This is one of those songs that is clearly "of its time" in production values that also sounds great today.  Much like early Beatles, Motown classics, 1960s-era backmasking, 1980s-era sampling, etc.  I love to hear it!
Posted 11 years ago by bluejay08003    [ Reply ]
{#Drummer}  {#Bananajam}  {#Dancingbanana}  {#Bananapiano}  {#Bananasplit}  {#Dancingbanana_2}  {#Motor}  {#Clap}
Posted 11 years ago by JBarDom    [ Reply ]
This song has been following me around the last few days, happy to hear it again now - great lyrics, powerful performance, it's a good one.
Posted 11 years ago by mellyp    [ Reply ]
 sbird wrote:
Amazing song - still holds up 20 years later.

Songfacts.com sez the following: "This song was inspired by the crazy events of 1989-90, in particular the fall of the Berlin Wall. The lyrics, "And through a fractal on a breaking wall, I see you my friend, and touch your face again" appears to be a reference to the Berlin Wall coming down." Others think it's about drugs...


 
Yeah, I always interpreted it as a hallucinogenic experience. And the recognition that only some people want to risk expanded consciousness... But higher consciousness is exactly what this species desperately needs if we're to survive. Timeless song. Alanis Morissette's version is also worth a listen.
Posted 11 years ago by zoopmama    [ Reply ]
{#Propeller}      {#Yes}      {#Drummer}      {#Bounce}            {#Mrgreen}          {#Notworthy}
Posted 11 years ago by maxmox    [ Reply ]
Nice version of this song...
Is this the 12 inch?
Posted 11 years ago by vanmas    [ Reply ]
Nice!
Posted 12 years ago by helgigermany    [ Reply ]
 kurtster wrote:


Hey don't knock Casey !  {#War}

He was the one who turned me on to Pink Floyd for the first time in the summer of 1968.

He was still a working DJ at KRLA - AM in LA and played the entire Saucerful of Secrets album on his Sunday night show.
 
CAsey has a meltdown...Casey Kasem's Profane Radio Meltdown • The Definitive Edition! - YouTube
Posted 12 years ago by Jelani    [ Reply ]
good voice, lack of talent
Posted 12 years ago by matude    [ Reply ]