Beat Crazy (song)

"Beat Crazy" is a song by the British new wave band Joe Jackson, released on their 1980 album of the same name. The song is known for its frantic tempo, angular guitar riffs, and sarcastic lyrics that critique societal pressures and conformity. It showcases the band's energetic and experimental sound, moving away from the more straightforward pop of their earlier work. The lyrics explore themes of frustration and disillusionment with modern life, delivered with a rapid-fire vocal delivery characteristic of Joe Jackson's style. While not as commercially successful as some of their other singles, "Beat Crazy" has become a notable track in Joe Jackson's discography and a representative example of the new wave musical landscape of the early 1980s. Its driving rhythm and biting social commentary have contributed to its enduring appeal among fans.