Released: 2008
Billy Currington’s ‘People Are Crazy’ is a narrative about an unexpected friendship formed in a bar, leading to an even more surprising inheritance. The song delves into themes of life, death, faith, and the unpredictability of human nature.
The first verse introduces us to the narrator and an old man, sharing beers and stories at a bar. ‘Swappin’ “I don’t cares”‘ is a casual way of saying they’re exchanging tales without concern. They discuss a range of topics, from politics to women, old habits, and even deeper subjects like God’s grace and their past mischief.
The chorus, ‘God is great, beer is good, and people are crazy’, encapsulates the old man’s worldview. It’s a simple, yet profound statement, suggesting faith in a higher power, appreciation for simple pleasures like beer, and the erratic, often baffling behavior of people.
In the second verse, the old man reveals he’s a war veteran and a divorcee, but he’s unsure why he’s in Ohio. Their conversation continues, reminiscing about past relationships and life’s highs and lows. The old man lights a cigarette, acknowledging its harmful effects but shrugging it off with his life philosophy.
The song takes a surprising turn when the narrator learns of the old man’s death through an obituary. The twist is that the old man was a millionaire and left his fortune to the narrator, a stranger he’d only met once. This unexpected act leaves his children furious, but the narrator is thankful.
The final verse shows the narrator visiting the old man’s grave, leaving a six-pack of beer as a token of gratitude and a nod to their shared conversation. The song ends with the repeated chorus, echoing the old man’s simple yet impactful life philosophy.
