Crazy Love

American country rock band Poco came together in 1968 after the demise of the Canadian-American folk rock band Buffalo Springfield. They consisted of guitarists Richie Furay and Jim Messina, who were former members of Buffalo Springfield, they were joined by multi-instrumentalist Rusty Young, bassist Randy Meisner, and drummer George Grantham. Meiner quit the band during the recording of their first album and was replaced by Timothy B. Schimt. Other changes saw Messina leave and be replaced by Paul Cotton. The band continued making music until 2021 and stopped actively touring in 2013. They released 19 albums and were inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.

“Bad Weather” is a song that was written by Paul Cotton. It is featured on their album From the Inside. The song is an amazing composition the speaks of lost love and heartache. This album marked the debut of Cotton as a songwriter with Poco. His smooth vocals added a lot to the band’s signature country-rock fusion.

“Call It Love” is a song that stands out from the rest and is featured on their 1989 album Legacy. This track is especially significant since it marks a reunion of original members, Furay, Young, Grantham, Meisner, and Messina. It became a symbol of the band’s return to its roots.

“Crazy Love” is a song that was introduced on the band’s 1978 album Legend. It was written by founding group member Rusty Young and the first single to reach the top 40 becoming and remaining the band’s biggest hit. It charted on the Billboard Hot 100 and Adult Contemporary charts. It was their first song to make the Top 20 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart.

“Feudin” is a song written by Rusty Young. It is featured on their album Cowboys & Englishmen. The other songs on the album were mostly cover songs. At this point the band switched from MCA records and began recording with Atlantic records.

“Keep On Tryin'” is a song that was written by Timothy B. Schmit and is featured on the Poco album Head Over Hells. The song shows off the band’s harmonizing and became a favorite song in concerts. The song lyrics were a mix of folk and California rock.

“Heart of the Night” is a song that was written and sung by guitarist Paul Cotton. It is featured on their album Legend and was released as the second single. The song charted on the Billboard Hot 100, Easy Listening, and C&W charts. The song is an atmospheric ode to New Orleans, a city that clearly captivated Cotton’s imagination. It became their most commercially successful record to date.

“Here We Go Again” is a song that was written by Timothy B. Schmidt. It is featured on their 1973 album Crazy Eyes. This was a poignant sendoff for Furay who left the band after the album was released. Late Furay appeared as a guest on their album Inamorata in 1984 and reunited with Poco’s original lineup for their 1989 album Legacy.

“Just for Me and You” is the closing track of Poco’s 1971 album From the Inside. It showcases Furay’s songwriting skills and emotional depth. The song captures a sense of reflection and longing. The song is certainly steeped in the country-rock fusion that Poco has been celebrated for.

“Pickin’ Up the Pieces” is the title track to the 1969 debut album of the same name. It showcases the band’s innovative blend of country and rock. It was written by guitarist Richie Furay, who wrote significant lyrics on how to come up with something different, having left Buffalo Springfield to form Poco.

“You Better Think Twice” is a song featured on their second album Poco. It is the first album featuring bassist Timothy R. Schmit, who replaced Randy Meisner. This song was written by Jim Messina and became the signature song for the band. A copy of this album can be seen hanging in the Poco exhibit in the Country Music Hall of Fame in Nashville along with the jacket that Rusty Young wears on the back cover.