Crazy Jane
Scary Cherry and the Bang Bangs Lyrics


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Crazy Jane, so insane, she got herself locked up again
Policeman came said what a shame, "There's something wrong inside her brain"
It's too bad it's so sad

What's the word, she's disturbed, must be the voices that she heard
Electro-shock therapy, don't talk about it 'cause you're scaring me
It's too bad it's so sad
We go round and round and around and around with Jane
We go round and around and around and around with Jane

Baby's not responsible for all the crazy things that she do
She'll cut herself and burn herself, watch her fade to black and blue

Librium's so much fun ever since the incident with a gun
Put her out on the streets, where's she gonna live what's she gonna eat?
It's too bad it's so sad

We go round and around and around and around with Jane
We go round and around and around and around with Jane
We go round we go round with Jane oh yeah
Round and round and round and around
Round and round and round




With Jane
With Jane

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of "Crazy Jane" by Scary Cherry and the Bang Bangs depict the story of a troubled individual named Jane, who is constantly locked up due to her erratic behavior. The song portrays the perspective of someone observing Jane's situation and reflecting on the sadness and pity that surrounds her life. The repetition of the phrase "It's too bad it's so sad" emphasizes the feeling of helplessness and inevitability surrounding Jane's circumstances.


The second verse suggests that Jane's behavior may be influenced by the voices she hears, which supports the notion that she may be suffering from a mental illness. The mention of electro-shock therapy indicates one of the methods used to treat her condition, and the fear the topic induces in the singer conveys the severity of Jane's situation.


The chorus, with its repetition of "We go round and round and around with Jane," illustrates the cyclical nature of Jane's life, the constant repetition of her struggles which those around her are drawn into. The repetition highlights the resilience that is required in dealing with her ongoing struggles.


The final verse highlights the lack of responsibility assigned to Jane, implying that her behavior is a result of her mental state rather than a deliberate choice. However, it also sheds light on the physical harm Jane inflicts upon herself, such as cutting and burning, which further emphasizes the severity of her mental turmoil. The mentioning of Librium, a medication used to treat anxiety and withdrawal symptoms, hints at Jane's attempts to manage her mental health condition.


The repeated refrain "We go round and round and around with Jane" serves as a reminder of the recurring and exhausting cycle that those close to Jane find themselves in. The mention of her living conditions and uncertainty about her basic needs being met demonstrates the challenges Jane faces in finding stability and security in her life. The repetition further emphasizes the singer's involvement in Jane's struggles, underscoring the complexity and emotional toll of being involved with someone battling mental illness.


Line by Line Meaning

Crazy Jane, so insane, she got herself locked up again
Crazy Jane, who is extremely mentally unstable, has once again been confined to a psychiatric institution


Policeman came said what a shame, 'There's something wrong inside her brain'
A police officer arrived and expressed regret, acknowledging that there is an issue within Jane's brain affecting her mental state


It's too bad it's so sad
The situation is unfortunate and sorrowful


What's the word, she's disturbed, must be the voices that she heard
It is being discussed that Jane is mentally disturbed, potentially due to the auditory hallucinations she experiences


Electro-shock therapy, don't talk about it 'cause you're scaring me
The topic of electroconvulsive therapy is unsettling and causing fear


It's too bad it's so sad
Once again, the circumstances are unfortunate and melancholic


We go round and round and around and around with Jane
We are caught in a continuous cycle of dealing with Jane's unpredictable behavior


Baby's not responsible for all the crazy things that she do
It is unfair to hold the baby accountable for Jane's erratic actions


She'll cut herself and burn herself, watch her fade to black and blue
Helplessly witnessing Jane self-harm by cutting and burning herself, resulting in visible bruising


Librium's so much fun ever since the incident with a gun
Using Librium, a medication that helps with anxiety, has been rather enjoyable for Jane, especially following a traumatic event involving a firearm


Put her out on the streets, where's she gonna live what's she gonna eat?
Releasing Jane into homelessness raises concerns about her living conditions and access to food


It's too bad it's so sad
Once again, the situation is regrettable and disheartening


We go round and round and around and around with Jane
We continue to be trapped in an ongoing cycle of dealing with Jane's instability


We go round we go round with Jane oh yeah
We are consistently caught up in the whirlwind of Jane's presence


Round and round and round and around Round and round and round
Continually moving in circles without any progress or resolution


With Jane With Jane
Accompanied by Jane, who embodies chaos and unpredictability




Lyrics © Kanjian Music
Written by: Lezlie Deane, Mario Middleton, Tony Coke

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