Released: 2024
“Called Crazy” by Kassi Ashton is a powerful tune that spins the narrative of a tumultuous relationship, cast through the lens of defiant pride and a touch of humor. Kassi delivers a story of being labeled “crazy” by a lover—a badge she wears almost as a testament to her unforgettable impact on the ones who dare to enter her wild heart. It’s a celebration of unapologetic individuality and the magnetic pull of a love that’s anything but ordinary.
The song kicks off with a bang, painting a vivid picture of rebellion: sugar in the gas tank, spray-painted confessions in big, bold letters. It’s metaphorical gold for acting out in the aftermath of a lover’s quarrel, where damaging a car represents the extent of emotional turmoil caused. But here’s the kicker—while these acts scream ‘crazy,’ there’s a gleam in her eye that suggests she’s more calculated than unhinged, hinting at a love-hate dynamic where passion ignites flames on both ends.
As Ashton digs her heels into the chorus, she declares she’s “never been called crazy by a man who didn’t come back for more.” It’s a striking affirmation that for all the drama, there’s an undeniable attraction that keeps pulling them back together. The phrase “plead the fifth” cleverly implies her right to remain silent, adding layers of intrigue and mystery to her actions, while the imagery of “lit[ting] a match too close to the gas” evokes danger and unpredictability inherent in their relationship. Yet, she suggests, it’s exactly this unpredictability that’s irresistible.
The bridge and repeated choruses bring a sense of vindication and rebellious anthem-like quality to the song. Asserting that no man has ever called her crazy without being drawn back to her like a moth to a flame, Ashton flips the script on the derogatory label, claiming it as a sign of her unforgettable, albeit chaotic, influence. The call-and-response structure—”Call me crazy, but here you come back for more”—embodies the push and pull of their dynamic, underlining the theme that in love and war, ‘crazy’ isn’t always a deal-breaker; sometimes, it’s the very thing that makes the ride unforgettable.
At its core, “Called Crazy” isn’t just a song about relationship dynamics—it’s an anthem for anyone who’s ever been branded too much, too intense, or too passionate. Kassi Ashton isn’t just defending her sanity in the face of love gone awry; she’s celebrating the wild, untempered spirit that makes life and love exhilarating. It’s a reminder that sometimes, what’s deemed ‘crazy’ by one is simply misunderstood passion by another, and that reclaiming your narrative is the ultimate power move.
