Crazy For You (Mixed-ish?)

Happy Weekend, Anomalies!

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Crazy For You is one of those rare songs where I actually prefer the live version (shot out to my In Lieu Of homies) over the studio recording. I composed and recorded the music myself, with my uncle Renny co-producing and his friend Geno playing guitar and bass.

At the time, I was still such a novice in the studio, and I didn’t yet know how to advocate for the sound I truly believed in. The final track ended up with both MIDI drums and live drums—but I always felt the live drums should’ve stood on their own. I mean, it’s not every day that the late, great Ricky Lawson plays on your song!

Looking back, there are some atmospheric sounds I probably would’ve taken out, too. But even with all that, there are parts of this production I absolutely love.

One of my favorite aspects is the vocal arrangement. At one point, Renny handed me a mic, said “Record!”—and then walked out. I was alone in the studio, experimenting with lead vocals, background harmonies, and ad-libs. I felt so free (and terrified), but that space allowed me to create without anyone questioning or deterring my vision. I’ll always be grateful to him for that moment. He was juggling other projects and couldn’t be there the whole time, so he empowered me to produce on my own. Honestly, I still prefer working out vocals and harmonies alone in the studio. Lyrics? Usually in my car.

Crazy For You was one of the first times I really pushed my voice—testing my range and seeing how high I could go. At one point, I was deep in a take, and when I looked up, I saw Renny peeking through the studio door, wide-eyed. He goes, “You can sing high notes like your mom and Chaka Khan too?” And I was like, “…I guess?” He laughed and said, “Dayum, let me let you finish.” I cracked up.

Because I’d been so into alternative rock, I’d always sung in a more subdued, held-back way. When my mom first heard the song, she did a double take and screamed. That moment meant the world to me—realizing her gift had passed down to me, but in my own voice, my own style. Working on Crazy For You felt like unleashing a dragon.

Dracarys, dammit. 🔥🐉

A Note About Renny

Lately, I’ve been really missing my uncle. I miss laughing with him in the studio, learning from him, and watching his genius unfold so effortlessly. He had such a deep musical gift, and even though he could be tough to work with at times, he helped so many people get their music out into the world.

The memories we made together throughout my life are some of the most meaningful to me. I didn’t always realize it in the moment, but now I treasure every second—the jokes, the arguments, the breakthroughs—all of it. He taught me to trust my instincts, take risks, and stand firm in my creative voice.

I wish we had more time. But I carry his lessons with me in everything I do.

Thank you, Uncle Buck. I hope you’re somewhere eating a big bowl of cereal with lots of milk and Hershey’s syrup on top—and laughing.

Crazy For You

There are times where I don't understand you. Don't want to be around you. Don't wanna let you in my mind

There are moments where I feel I can't breathe underneath all your loving, between all of the arguing

Then there's times when I, I'm mistaken and I'm aching for you and you and you

I can't enough of what you say, what you do, what you do

I know I must be crazy. My heart sometimes plays the enemy. I do some things I don't mean. I know I must be crazy for you. For you. For you.

I know that I'm no saint because I play games with you. Just to see what you would do. Just to find out how much you can take.

I press those buttons that I know will cause us to fight. I don't take anything light, whether I'm wrong or right.

Later one when we're alone and you smile, it's the best time of my life. You're my guy, I'm your girl, that is all that should matter in a chaotic world.

I know I must be crazy. My heart sometimes plays the enemy. I do some things I don't mean. I know it's just 'cause I'm crazy. I know I must be crazy. My heart sometimes plays the enemy. I do some things I don't mean. I know I must be crazy for you.

Crazy for you...

I said I'm crazy for you babe! I said I'm crazy for you babe! There's so many things that you make me feel, yeah. That's right, that's right, For you, you, you!!! Baby! Baby! Babe!!!!!!!!!!!!